The wait is over! In the official premiere of The GeekCast Radio Network’s Top 100 Animated Series 15th Anniversary Edition , host Steve Megatron kicks off the

Before anyone fires up the phasers, let me establish this clearly: I am a huge Star Trek fan . I grew up with it. I was raised on it. Star Trek wasn’t just some

I didn’t write Altered Audio because podcasting needs more experts. It doesn’t. Podcasting needs fewer gatekeepers and more people who are willing to say, “You can do this—and you don’t need permission.” That’s why the book exists. This Series Was Never Just About Conferences Throughout this series, I’ve talked about podcast conventions, cost, access, burnout, tools, gear expectations, and industry pressure. But none of that exists in isolation. They’re all symptoms of the same problem: the barrier to podcasting keeps getting higher, while the industry pretends it doesn’t understand why creators leave.

In Episode 161 of Studio 2009 join TFG1Mike and Steve Megatron as they revisit the 2009 G.I. Joe film, The Rise Of Cobra! Tune in to hear their thoughts from way back then, and here and now! From the story, to the action, the casting, and more! This Podcast exists because of Listeners Like You!!! The GCRN Geek Meter!

In Episode 070 of FROM THE COMMAND CENTER join TFG1Mike and Jesse Ras as they give you a 30th anniversary discussion and FILM COMMENTARY of MIGHTY MORPHIN' POWER RANGERS THE MOVIE!!!! So yeah the 70th episode has been two years in the making, and we have finally got a film commentary for the film. So check it out, and play our audio along with the film!!!

GeekCast Radio Network didn’t start as a business plan. It started the same way most independent podcasts do: with an idea, a microphone, and a willingness to figure things out as we went. That mindset never really changed—and it’s why the network still exists. Sustainability Over Scale From the beginning, we made a conscious decision to prioritize sustainability over scale. Not because growth is bad—but because unsustainable growth kills more podcasts than slow progress ever will. That meant: keeping costs low choosing tools carefully avoiding unnecessary upgrades building systems that could survive real life, not just launch week…

Today on Episode 231, the guys get in the spirit of the Holidays and take turns counting down their Top 5 Favorite Holiday films. Which classics make their list? What are their honorable mentions, or non-christmas films that they watch every holiday. Tune in to find out! Be Sure to Follow The Hosts on X! Kevin “OptimusSolo” Thompson and Dan “The Comic Concierge” Clark! #UNLEASHTHECINEMAGEEKINYOU!!! #CinemaGeeks #HolidayFilms #ChristmasFilms

“Best practices” are supposed to help people. They’re meant to shorten the learning curve, prevent avoidable mistakes, and give creators a solid foundation to build on. In theory, they exist to support growth. In practice, they’ve slowly turned into something else. For many independent podcasters, “best practices” now feel less like guidance and more like gatekeeping wrapped in professional language. When Advice Becomes a Requirement Spend any amount of time in podcasting spaces and you’ll hear the same refrains: You need this mic. You should be using this DAW.

The podcast industry loves data. Downloads. Retention. Engagement. Growth curves. Completion rates. Attribution models. Listener funnels. And lately, a lot of attention has been paid to one particular question: Why do so many podcasters quit? You’ll hear it framed as podfade. Shows that stop publishing. Creators who disappear. Feeds that go silent. But what’s rarely discussed is why so many creators reach that point in the first place. The Barrier Keeps Rising — Everywhere At the same time the industry studies podfade, the barrier to podcasting keeps rising across every front:

Dive into a massive Geek News Smorgasboard with Altered Geek host Steve Phillips! We break down the biggest pop culture headlines of the week, including the historic news of the Original Power Rangers (Super Sentai) officially ending after 50 years. Get the scoop on the surprising Gremlins 3 announcement, the cosmic teaser for the new Supergirl DCU movie, and Brendan Fraser's latest comments on his potential return in The Mummy 4. Plus, we cover the mysterious Sonic the Hedgehog Spinoff Movie, the latest on Nicolas Cage's Spider-Man variant, a…

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Podcast conferences talk a lot about community. It’s in the marketing copy. It’s in the panel descriptions. It’s in the welcome speeches and closing keynotes. The word gets used so often it starts to feel like a promise. But for many independent podcasters, the lived experience feels less like a community—and more like a club. Not an evil club. Not a malicious one. Just a quietly stratified ecosystem where access is tiered, visibility is uneven, and the most valuable conversations don’t always happen where everyone can reach them. The Tier You Don’t See on the Schedule…

When people talk about podcast conferences being “too expensive,” the conversation usually stops at the badge price. That’s understandable—it’s the most visible number. It’s also the least honest one. Because the ticket isn’t the real cost. It’s just the cover charge. The Hidden Math Indie Podcasters Do Automatically If you’re an independent podcaster, attending a conference isn’t a casual decision. It’s a calculation. You’re not just asking, “Can I afford the ticket?” You’re asking: Can I afford the flight or long-distance drive? Can I afford the hotel prices during conference weekend?

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Podcasting, Access, and the Indie Reality Series Premise Join me in this adventure into discussing podcasting, access and the indie reality. Podcasting was built on openness and DIY creativity—but the modern podcast ecosystem increasingly favors those with money, access, and proximity to industry hubs. This series explores why that matters, how it impacts creators, and why sustainable indie podcasting still works without playing the industry’s game. I love the idea of podcast conventions. On paper, they sound perfect: a room full of creators, storytellers, producers, and audio nerds swapping notes, learning new skills, and leaving energized to make better shows.