Geek Fruit Podcast

Ep. 0 - The Origin Story

49 min 56 sec

On Episode 0 of Geek Fruit Tejas and Jishnu introduce themselves and talk about their obsession with Star Wars.

Ep. 1 The Geek Fruit Menace

51 min 31 sec

In the first episode of Geek Fruit Tejas Jishnu take a deep dive into Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Listen to what they loved, what they hated and how they felt about events in the movie.

Ep. 2 2016: Age of Franchise

1 hr 9 min 8 sec

In this episode Jishnu and Tejas take on the impossible task of discussing every single movie franchise release of this year in super detail. They fail spectacularly but cover enough for you to get a general idea that damn: 2016 is going to be big.

Ep. 3 By Grabthar's Hammer Alan Rickman will be avenged

1 hr 12 min 24 sec

This week Tejas and Jishnu pay homage to the late Alan Rickman with a little help from fellow Geek Fruit member Dinkar Dwivedi, and further delve into why science fiction keeps getting snubbed every year during award season.

Ep. 04 Small Screen Heroes

1 hr 7 min 1 sec

Jishnu and Tejas take a break from movies to discuss television and how superhero shows like Flash, Daredevil and Agents of Shield have navigated their respective networks to tell the best stories possible. Also the real question on everyones minds:...

Ep. 05 The First Lady Of S.H.I.E.L.D

1 hr 7 min 10 sec

Jishnu Tejas discuss what they feel is probably one of the more underrated shows of last year: Agent Carter and how Hayley Atwells performance as the titular character is one of the best weve seen on screen. With Season 2 having begun in full...

Ep. 6: Love In The Time Of Multiverse

56 min 38 sec

This weeks episode deals with the emotion that eludes most nerds: Love A valentines day special, Jishnu and Tejas discuss their favourite nerdy couples who totally Ross Racheled the hell out of science fiction. And then some.

Ep. 07: The Return of Schmuckin Deadpool

1 hr 13 min 38 sec

In this first of kind spoiler free episode, Jishnu and Tejas are joined by fellow Geek Fruit member Dinkar as they discuss the brilliant but slightly frustrating premiere that was Deadpool. Almost expectedly the profane and irreverent nature of the...

Ep. 08: Recon Mission: Comic Con Express Pune 2016

1 hr 6 min 39 sec

In our first ever outstation visit, the Geek Fruit team explored the recently held Comic Con Express in Pune. We broke the bank scoring some cool merch, but also got a chance to meet the independent comic publishers of india and speak to them about...

Ep. 09: Recon Mission: IMAGICA

1 hr 7 min 20 sec

Last year at an undisclosed time the Geek Fruit team went on a black ops mission not to be revealed until now: a clandestine visit to the theme park known as IMAGICA. Did it hold up against their claim as an international standard theme and amusement...

Ep. 10: Mirror is the new Black

1 hr 5 min

A fictional series that is far closer to reality than we would like, Black Mirror has been hailed as the modern day Twilight Zone, as well as the dark look into the consequences if we ever werent too careful with our zealous technological...

Ep. 11: A XXX Parody

55 min 42 sec

This week Tejas and Jishnu boldly go where all men have gone before, despite what your conveniently empty browser history might say. The guys stop for a moment to draw attention to the behemoth that is the world of porn parodies and erotic fan fiction...

Ep. 12: A Season In Hell's Kitchen

1 hr 24 min 31 sec

In this special episode, break down season2 of Marvels Daredevil made for Netflix. In no particularish order they discuss what worked, what didnt and discus the zany ending to the season and what it means for the rest of the Defenders miniverse.

Ep. 13: Geek Fruit v Snyder: Dawn of Outrage

1 hr 29 min 42 sec

In what is going to be probably the most divisive movie in the year for fans and critics alike, the resident nerds at Geek Fruit, Jishnu Tejas and Dinkar, breakdown what was really going on in the Dawn of Justice. Love it or hate it, BVS marks the...

Ep. 14: Rebel One

1 hr 17 min 30 sec

After many episodes far far away from the home of the Star Wars Universe, Jishnu and Tejas return to discuss the incredible season finale of Star Wars Rebels, the animated television show set between episode 3 and 4. A mustwatch for any hardcore fan,...

Ep. 15: The Evolution of Man-Cubs

57 min 35 sec

We return to our childhood favourites this week as Jishnu and Tejas discuss the live action adaptation of Rudyard Kiplings The Jungle Book made famous by Disney originally in 1967. They talk about facts you really didnt know about one of the most...

Ep. 16: Prolonged Exposure to Chemical X

1 hr 11 min 2 sec

Jishnu and Tejas talk about the return of the beloved Powerpuff Girls to Cartoon Network. This reboot has new voice talent, updated animation and graphics, but the same infectious charm of the original run that we grew up watching. They also discuss...

Ep. 17: This is for my Meeples

1 hr 3 min 11 sec

Jishnu and Tejas talk to Ceto and Vikas and dive into the wonderful world of Tabletop Board Gaming. If you are someone who has always wanted a 101 on board games and its beautifully nerdy culture then say no more. This episode should have you clued...

Ep. 18: Avengers Disassemble

1 hr 10 min 19 sec

MCUs very own Anthony Mackie AKA Sam Wilson AKA Falcon casually gave this movie the title of Avengers 2.5, and damn was he on the money about that one. Filled to the brim with heroes fighting off heroes, the third and seemingly final installment of...

Ep. 19: Legend of the Game Show

1 hr 10 min 51 sec

This weeks episode of the Geek Fruit Podcast has us throwback to the times of adventure shows. No, not reality shows, not survivor, not idol, just plain good old fashioned adventure game shows, where we can all relax and watch the nameless...

Ep. 20: Age of Apocalypse

1 hr 5 min 25 sec

On this episode, the nerds break down the third installment of the prequel trilogy XMen: Apocalypse. Whether youre a fan of the series or not, it is impossible to deny the XMens influence on the superhero genre, with the original being one of the...

Ep. 21: Han YOLO

1 hr 10 min 40 sec

On this episode, the geeks look into the life and times and deaths of nerd legend Harrison Ford Erstwhile roadie and professional carpenter, Fords life has been full of bizarre experiences but his passion for acting has inevitably lead to a galaxy...

Ep. 22: Interwebz Killed the TV Star

1 hr 7 min 57 sec

On this episode, the nerds focus not on the characters or the stories, but the very vessels that carry them for the process of distribution. But in particular, the internet as a form of distribution. While you may think this is all business models and...

Ep. 23: The Fastest Man Alive

1 hr 1 min 13 sec

On this episode, Jishnu, Dinkar and Tejas are talking about the Scarlet Speedster of the CW and Colours Infinity variety. If you are mega fans of this iteration, then you know that season 2 was about as explosive as the first. With Zoom as a major...

Ep. 24: Turtle Power

55 min 44 sec

As millennials growing up in the 90s, a mainstay of our cartoon programming included one seemingly bizarre concept of four anthropomorphic turtles trained by rat sensei. How did this concept turn into one of the largest franchises ever In this...

Ep. 25: War Games

59 min 43 sec

Video Game movie adaptations have never had much luck at the cinema. Is it truly something that cannot be properly adapted Adding to the evidence is this years Angry Birds and Warcraft: two game based movies that have uncannily similar storylines....

Ep. 26: Iron Throne Primaries

56 min 2 sec

Long have we now crossed the books from which the recordbreaking hit HBO series Game of Thrones was adapted from. Readers and viewers alike are making their guesses for who will claim the Iron Throne as we hurtle towards the inevitable conclusion. In...

Ep. 27: Fish n' Ships: Resurgence

56 min 55 sec

In this episode, Jishnu and Tejas review two movies which have absolutely no reason to be clubbed together Nevertheless they discuss how even Bill Pullman cannot save the travesty that is Independence Day: Resurgence, and how Finding Dory may not be...

Ep. 28: Pokemon Go Away, I Need to Work

48 min 39 sec

Jishnu and Tejas take a look at the ultimate time killer of them all, Pokmon Go. They also take a look at Marvels Contest of Champions and Star Wars Galaxy of Heroes. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: This is an IVM Production for more such awesome...

Ep. 29: Jim Gordon's Gotham

59 min 20 sec

In this episode, Jishnu and Tejas take on the laborious task of finishing the whole second season of Foxs Gothamin in a week, and to their surprise, its not half bad. They discuss Theo Gallavan, Hugo Strange, Riddler and The Penguin and that kid...

Ep. 30: Kralling All Trekkies

47 min 31 sec

The 13th overall Star Trek Movie has an interesting creative team in Simon Pegg and Justin Lin Fast Furious series behind it. Tejas, Dinkar and Jishnu break down why this very successfully captures the essence of the Star Trek philosophy and...

Ep. 31: The Killing Joke

48 min 46 sec

Tejas, Jishnu and Dinkar deconstruct the myth and controversy behind the 1988 Eisner awardwinning graphic novel The Killing Joke by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland. They also try to make sense of its animated counterpart and its now equally...

Ep. 32: Suicide Squad Goals

43 min 58 sec

In the hotly anticipated third installment of the DCEU, David Ayer Training Day, Fury directs the story a motley crew of supervillains contracted by the government to undertake a near impossible mission, in exchange for early parole. Does the movie...

Ep. 33: The Strangest Thing

35 min 34 sec

Jishnu and Tejas finally have the chance to review a brand new show which is not a reboot, sequel, prequel or from a shared universe but in many ways still feels like one. They discuss what they loved and didnt love about Season 1 of Netflixs new...

Ep. 34: Queens of the Sci-Fi Age

43 min 34 sec

Jishnu and Tejas take a break from doing a movie of the week review to talk about the greatest women in science fiction. From Sigourney Weaver to Zoe Saldana, they talk about how some stories have worked and some have not in the current phase of women...

Ep. 35: Harry Potter and the Mid Life Crisis

50 min

Tejas, Jishnu and special guest Neha discuss the hotly anticipated final chapter of the acclaimed Wizarding saga, the twopart play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Did it match our expectations Does Harrys unfortunately named son Albus, meet his...

Ep. 36: Spidey Sensibilities

54 min 8 sec

On this episode, Tejas, Dinkar and special guest Siddhant Mehta discuss a big question for any spidey fan: Whatever happened to the web head From being the coolest superhero to being rebooted twice, is Peter Parker relevant anymore in a world full of...

Ep. 37: Delete This Episode!

52 min 8 sec

On this episode, Jishnu and Dinkar discuss deleted scenes, bonus features and directors cuts of movies. With alternate cuts and ultimate editions becoming increasingly common in the superhero and scifi world, how do we settle on the definitive...

Ep. 38: Space Jokes!

49 min 16 sec

This week Jishnu, Tejas and Dinkar talk of all things comedic in the realm of science fiction. Are all scifi comedies self aware parodies of the genre Or are there films that are funny stories that just happen to be set in space or a world of...

Ep. 39: How Bulletproof is Luke Cage?

1 hr 0 min 29 sec

This week Jishnu and Dinkar marathoned through season 1 of Marvels Luke Cage in 72 hours to bring you an hour long analysis of the Bulletproof Heros first stand alone series. They discuss what made their nerd hearts flutter and what killed the...

Ep. 40: What Do You Got Left 2016?

1 hr 4 min 50 sec

Jishnu and Dinkar thought that there werent too many movies of interest left to release in 2016. They could not have been more wrong. This week they go through nearly 20 movie trailers slated for release between October and January, 2017. The big...

Ep. 41: Tim Burton's Home for Peculiar Movies

49 min 3 sec

In this episode, Tejas and Jishnu discuss the relatively lowkey release of Miss Peregrines Home For Peculiar Children. With a starstudded cast and interesting source material, we expected a return to form for Tim Burton, which he only kinda half...

Ep. 42: Comic Con and the Chariotverse!

56 min 25 sec

This week Jishnu and Tejas dissect comic con India and the Indian comic book publishing scene with Chariot Comics benevolent overlord Aniruddho Chakroborty, to answer some pertinent questions about the still very nascent industry. We discuss his...

Ep. 43: Thanks, T. Hanks

59 min 6 sec

This week Jishnu and Dinkar discuss the reason behind the existence of the latest Dan BrownRon HowardTom Hanks film Inferno. In a selfless gesture of charity to you listeners they break down the film in an hour to save you from having to sit through...

Ep. 44: Doctor CumberStrange

52 min 51 sec

The 14th installment to the Marvel Cinematic Universe is no lowkeyAntMan style addition. With an expensive cast and VFX budget, Dr. Strange opens up interesting doors for the Marvel Multiverse, but does he make it that much better Follow Geek...

Ep. 45: How technology Will Kill You

54 min 36 sec

Acclaimed writer and overall paranoid social commentator Charlie Brooker gives us his latest fears of technology via a new series of Black Mirror. After an emotional and depressing slog we got through the six episodes to tell you what worked and what...

Ep. 46: Fantastic Beasts and how to fund them.

57 min 58 sec

This week Dinkar and Tejas talk about Harry Potter prequel Fantastic Beasts, and its immense potential to be a breakthrough franchise. With a very decent first entry into a five installment saga, we breakdown its story and characters as well as its...

Ep. 47: The Machines are Coming!

56 min 24 sec

Jishnu and Tejas take a break from science fiction to discuss the real world. Benefit or assumed threat, AI technology is the future. Along with the much more knowledgeable Amit Doshi, owner of IVM podcasts, we talk about current developments in the...

Ep. 48: Arrival and the Story of Your Life

50 min 59 sec

Jishnu and Tejas dont think an hour is long enough to discuss Arrival, Denis Villeneuves cerebral science fiction drama but they give it a shot anyway. Whether its the use of the visuals to deliver subtext, or the alien logograms that depict their...

Ep. 49: The Daughters of Disney

58 min 40 sec

This week Dinkar and Tejas watch and review Moana and rank amongst the previous Disney Princesses adventures, while also marking the evolution from its own stereotypes. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other awesome...

Ep. 50: Rogue One, Geek Fruit Fifty

1 hr 2 min 33 sec

On the 50th episode of the Geek Fruit Podcast, Jishnu and Dinkar bring it all back to where they began Star Wars. They discuss the first of the SW anthology films, Rogue One, and ask if it works as a standalone movie. They also discuss Fuller House...

Ep. 51: 2016 Year in Focus

1 hr 4 min 35 sec

Jishnu Dinkar and Tejas wrap up the year by giving their final hot takes on some of the favourite and not so favourite movies of the year. We also time travel to the second episode ever 2016: Age of Franchise and play back our own predictions to...

Ep. 52: Sci-Fly Under the Radar

59 min 49 sec

Dinkar and Tejas discuss the sci fi movies that deserve way more love than they get, their plots and the reasons they shine outside the spotlight.

Ep. 53: Assengers Creed

57 min 44 sec

Tejas and Jishnu try and explain the plots of two completely average films to each other. In this case, Assassins Creed and Passengers. Does it help that they have similar letters Nope. The Geek Fruit podcast is also available on iTunes: You can...

Ep. 54: Masala Horror with Shamik Dasgupta

52 min 13 sec

Dinkar and Jishnu interview comic book author Shamik Dasgupta best known for his works with Speech Bubble Entertainment, Yali Dreams Creations and Virgin Comics just to name a few. The nerds get into a spoilerfree dissection of the themes that run...

Ep. 55: Sherlock and Wats On Our Mind About It

47 min 12 sec

This week Jishnu and Dinkar have a spoilerfree discussion about the 4th season of BBCs Sherlock, and why it might be losing its charm. Plus, they talk about why shows like Sherlock often either burn out or fade away. The Geek Fruit podcast is also...

Ep. 56: Wild Wild Westworld

58 min 45 sec

Dinkar, Tejas and Geek Fruit Podcast producer Navin Noronha discuss HBOs hit show Westworld. Whether its the nature of reality or the Bicameral mind, they discuss the all the big hits and revelations as well as the major themes of the complex Sci Fi...

Ep. 57: DC After Dark

45 min 33 sec

Tejas and Jishnu review the latest addition to the DC animated universe, Justice League Dark. Listen in on how it manages to juggle very grim themes and somehow work in a poop monster. Theres nothing Batman cant do. The Geek Fruit podcast is also...

Ep. 58: The Snooze Between Us

31 min 29 sec

This week Jishnu and Tejas kill time as they eagerly anticipate The Lego Batman film... by discussing The Space Between Us. The Geek Fruit podcast is also available on iTunes: You can find us on Audioboom: Or generally, just about any app...

Ep. 59: The Lego Dark Knight

49 min 12 sec

Jishnu and Tejas finally get to discussing the highly anticipated The Lego Batman Movie, and how it compares to previous iterations of both Bat films and The Lego Movie. They also talk about Batmans evolution, the future of the Lego films and much...

Ep. 60: Fanboying with Abhijeet Kini

49 min 49 sec

Tejas and Jishnu chat with comic author Abhijeet Kini, best known as the creator of Angry Maushi and Fanboys. Apart from continuing the dissection of the Indian comic book industry they look at Kinis ongoing relationship with Tinkle comics from...

Ep. 61: Old Man Logan

57 min 5 sec

Tejas and Geek Fruit editor Siddhant Mehta and producer Navin Noronha discuss the epic finale to the Wolverine saga. We discuss Hugh Jackmans role in the XMen as well as Patrick Stewart and try to find a future for the the franchise. The Geek Fruit...

Ep. 62: Sir Swagneto

44 min 46 sec

With all the talk about Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewarts latest outing in the XMen universe Tejas, Dinkar and Jishnu decided to take some time out and look at the life and times of Ian McKellen. Listen in as the three nerds lord over the man, the...

Ep. 63: Young Man Legion

49 min 54 sec

This week, Tejas and Jishnu discuss the critically acclaimed FX series, Legion, which is based on the character from the XMen universe. How good is it really The geeks find out. The Geek Fruit podcast is also available on iTunes: You can find us on...

Ep. 64: Beast Mode

55 min 11 sec

Tejas and Jishnu discuss Beauty and the Beast and Kong: Skull Island and figure whether these two films are worth your time. The Geek Fruit podcast is also available on iTunes: You can find us on Audioboom: Or generally, on just about any app you...

Ep. 65: Iron Douche

56 min 50 sec

Netflixs Iron Fist is being trashed by critics, but is it really that bad Tejas, Dinkar and Geek Fruit editor Siddhant investigate the good, the bad and the frustrating things about this show. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: This is an IVM...

Ep. 66: Summer Movie Spectacle 2017

57 min 10 sec

Jishnu and Dinkar watched all the movie trailers so you dont have to. On this episode, they give you the lowdown on what movies are coming out this summer and which ones you should care about, all under three minutes per film. Follow Geek Fruit on...

Ep. 67: Rebel Revolution

51 min 42 sec

Jishnu and Tejas discuss Disney XDs Star Wars Rebels, the animated show set between Star Wars Episodes 3 and 4. They cover the shows recently completed 3rd season, its major arcs, Grand Admiral Thrawn and the mindblowing catharsis the show...

Ep. 68: Time Travelogue

58 min 55 sec

Jishnu and Tejas discuss the favourite facets of time travel in sci fi and talk about the movies that made them love the genre. They also discuss the current ongoing of a certain galaxy far far away, post the recent Star Wars Celebration event. Follow...

Ep. 69: Ex-Kids: Coming of Age

53 min 40 sec

In this very special episode Dinkar, Geek Fruit Editor Siddhant and Producer Navin discuss coming of age movies, talk about their favorites, and grow up together as friends. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: This is an IVM Production for more such...

Ep. 70: My Neighbour Ghibli

59 min 44 sec

The films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli are cultural touchstones in animation, and cinema in general. Siddhant and Dinkar, with the help of Ghibli superfan Alika, discuss the films and the themes that they often return to. Follow Geek Fruit on...

Ep. 71: Geeks of the Galaxy

1 hr 1 min 6 sec

Weve been excited about Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 for ages, so we pulled out all the stops on this one. Listen to Tejas, Dinkar, Jishnu, Navin, and Siddhant in hologram form air their surprisingly different views on the movie, and the future...

Ep. 72: Science. Fiction. Horror.

52 min 59 sec

This week, Jishnu and Tejas discuss their picks in the horrorscifi subgenre, after a quick spoilerfree review of Alien: Covenant. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on...

Ep. 73: Joss Whedonverse

43 min 42 sec

Jishnu and Tejas take an hour to pay tribute to one of the most beloved writer/directors in the nerdverse Joss Whedon, covering some of his greatest works in TV, cinema and even web series. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this...

Ep. 74: Jack's Back

1 hr 1 min 12 sec

Tejas, Dinkar and Geek Fruit Editor Siddhant do a comprehensive analysis of Samurai Jack, what made the show stand out when it began, and why its Season 5 conclusion makes it one of the greatest endeavours in animation and television theyve ever...

Ep. 75: Diana: Warrior Princess

50 min 48 sec

Wonder Woman is a win for DC, but its got issues too. Special guests Mae and Navin join Tejas and Dinkar to discuss what they loved and what they could have done without. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other...

Ep. 76: Curse of the Franchise

47 min 26 sec

Jacks back again But this time, its Jack Sparrow returning for the 5th installment of Pirates. Is it worth it Tejas and Dinkar discuss with special guest Amit Doshi. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other...

Ep. 77: Mummy Issues

45 min 10 sec

The Mummy returns But why Tejas and Dinkar discuss the roller coaster ride that is the Mummy reboot, taking some detours into Rotten Tomatoes scores and the Dark Universe. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other awesome...

Ep. 78: Tale of Graphic India

47 min 14 sec

Dinkar and Tejas take a deeper look into Indian comic book company Graphic India. They analyze the companys origin story, as well as discuss their own stories and characters like Devi, Avatarex, Chakra and Grant Morrisons 18 days. Follow Geek Fruit...

Ep. 79: Fanboi-ing Ain't Easy

52 min 31 sec

Siddhant and Jishnu talk about the upcoming Han Solo films change of director from Lord Miller to Ron Howard, and how sometimes knowing too much about what goes on behind the curtain of the films we love can ruin our viewing experience. Follow...

Ep. 80: Spider-Boy

52 min

Tejas, Jishnu and Siddhant talk about the latest iteration of SpiderMan, and whether this ones for keeps. Spoiler: he totally is. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on...

Ep. 81: Jagga and the Mystery of Disney India

44 min 22 sec

Tejas and Dinkar take a break from Hollywood to talk about Jagga Jasoos as well as how Disney India has been faring. Also Shiamak Davar. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on...

Ep. 82: For The Love Of American Gods

50 min 47 sec

Jishnu and Siddhant are joined by special guest Anuya Jakatdar from Books On Toast to talk about the latest page to screen adaptation in Neil Gaimans American Gods and ask why his most hyped novel might be his weakest work. Follow Geek Fruit on...

Ep. 83: The Book was Better

46 min 30 sec

Jishnu and Tejas are joined by producer Navin Noronha to discuss how some of their favourite nerdy franchises have fared after being adapted to screen. Spoiler alert for the Twilight saga, Harry Potter series, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep,...

Ep. 84: Apes in the Time of War

48 min 28 sec

Tejas and Jishnu dig into two films that deal with war: Dunkirk and War for the Planet of the Apes. Spoiler alert: Apes is a whole lot better than Dunkirk. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the...

Ep. 85: Pirate Bae

43 min 21 sec

This week, Jishnu sits down with Siddhant and Navin to discuss how the HBO hacks and the subsequent leake of Game of Thrones affects the fans of the show. In a world of rampant piracy, can you be a genuine nerd and stand by the creators of your...

Ep. 86: Who Defends the Defenders?

1 hr 4 min 20 sec

Netflixs Marvel heroes come together in The Defenders, and Tejas, Dinkar, Siddhant and Navin come together to discuss it. And much like the Defenders, they dont always see eye to eye. Listen in as they go over the good, the bad and the Iron Fist of...

Ep. 87: Haters Gonna Hate?

52 min 37 sec

Here at Geek Fruit, were lovers and not fighters. So Tejas, Dinkar and producer Navin take this episode to defend some movies that hold a special place in their hearts, though the world hates them. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen...

Ep. 88: Game of Tropes

41 min 14 sec

Jishnu Tejas and special guest and GoT expert cause he read the books Aalok Padhye discuss the hotly debated seventh season of Game of Thrones and recall their favourite and least favourite moments from the last 7 episodes. Follow Geek Fruit on...

Ep. 89: IT is what IT is

46 min 41 sec

Clowns are terrifying, but we ventured out to watch IT anyway, just for you. Listen to Dinkar, Navin and special guest Nick Saraf discuss the movie, the 90s mini series, the book, AND the Hindi TV adaptation Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You...

Ep. 90: Death Naught

47 min 39 sec

Death Note was already a highly popular manga and anime series, and it has now been adapted into an American movie. Dinkar, Siddhant and Navin take the chance to discuss the appeal of the original series, and how Hollywood misses the point of what...

Ep. 91: Bojacking Around

57 min 8 sec

Dinkar, Siddhant and special guest Sharanya sit down to talk about the hilarious highs and soul crushing lows of the latest season of our favorite talking horse cartoon. Listen in, neighsayers welcome. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can...

Ep. 92: Rediscovering Star Trek, Orville We?

46 min 54 sec

Dinkar and Jishnu review the first episode of Star Trek Discovery and its counterpart of sorts, Seth MacFarlanes The Orville, and ask if stories of mans never ending explorations in space are getting old and predictable or are more relevant now...

Ep. 93: Tick Tick Boom!

38 min 49 sec

Cult superhero parody The Tick has returned, old chums But is it still a parody Dinkar, Siddhant, Navin and guest Josh discuss the new tone and their opinions on the Amazon Prime webseries. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to...

Ep. 94: Meet Joe Replicant

44 min 16 sec

Tejas, Siddhant and Jishnu try to answer the question laced through Denis Villeneuves Blade Runner 2049: what does it mean to be human. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App...

Ep. 95: Theme for John Williams

43 min 32 sec

Weve talked directors and actors before on Geek Fruit, but today Jishnu and Dinkar go into the life and career of someone just as important legendary composer John Williams. Listen to them discuss his legacy and their favourite musical moments....

Ep. 96: VFX, Why FX

48 min 5 sec

Special effects have completely changed movies and TV over the last two decades, so Tejas and Dinkar discuss the history and progress of VFX, why they cant carry a story anymore, and weigh in on the CGI v/s Practical effects debate. Follow Geek Fruit...

Ep. 97: Ma Universe, Ma Rulz

49 min 14 sec

Fictional universes have been around for a long time, and theres many worlds beyond the MCU, Start Wars and DCEU that we love. So Tejas, Dinkar and Navin take this episode to discuss their favourite universes, the ones theyd like to live in, and the...

Ep. 98: Nostalgia Things: Ragnarok

50 min 19 sec

Siddhant, Jishnu and Navin dive into Stranger Things Season 2 and Thor: Ragnarok, and ask how long the 80s nostalgia trip will dominate our favourite tent pole films and television shows. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this...

Ep. 99: Justice Weak

49 min 20 sec

DCs tent pole cinematic event Justice League has come out to a resounding sigh and a shrug from our team. Listen in as Dinkar, Siddhant and Navin discuss their thoughts and play a round of 1 Nice, 1 Bad. Oh, and Jishnu and Tejas are there too....

Ep. 100: Geeking Out Live!

1 hr 50 min 14 sec

Geek Fruit goes live for its 100th episode spectacular Listen to the gang try to remember their greatest hits, talk about the state of geekdom with Abhijit Kini, and play some games with very hazy rules. Its the weird and rambling journey of the...

Ep. 101: We Ain't Afraid Of No Ghosts

46 min 38 sec

Geek Fruit takes a step out of the sciencefictional into the metaphysical, as Jishnu and Dinkar discuss ghosts in cinema, pop culture, and real life. And also the new U2 album. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and...

Ep. 102: Punish 'Em and Then Some

47 min 59 sec

In this episode of the Geek Fruit podcast, Sid Navin and Tejas take on the least superhero of all superheroes, The Punisher, which concludes his exceptional story arc that was set up in the second season of Daredevil. Follow Geek Fruit on...

Ep. 103: See You Around, 2017

53 min 6 sec

Its the end of 2017, so were reflecting on the year that was. Listen to Dinkar, Siddhant and special guest Abbas talk about all the movies and TV of 2017. Yes. ALL OF THEM. Also, watch out for the Guns, Girls and Global Dominations checklist....

Ep. 104: The Lastest Jedi

1 hr 4 min 12 sec

The Last Jedi takes the Star Wars franchise in brand new directions, and not everyone is a fan. Are they right though Tejas, Dinkar, Navin and Abbas search their feelings to discuss the movie and the fan reactions to it. Follow Geek Fruit on...

Ep. 105: What a Cartoon Episode

52 min 6 sec

Cartoons were the gateway to geekdom for most of us, so in the first part of a series, Tejas and Dinkar discuss the beginnings of animation, from early Disney and Warner Bros to The Flintstones. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to...

Ep. 106: Dear Stan

41 min 36 sec

In celebration of his 95th birthday Tejas and Jishnu deep dive into the life and times of Stan Lee. This is not the Stan Lee your mother remembers. Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM...

Ep. 107: Streamocalpyse 2020

46 min 51 sec

In the wake of Disney announcing their acquisition of Fox and their plans to launch a streaming service, the landscape of film and television is on the verge of a major change. Listen to Jishnu and Dinkar discuss the future of original content, and...

Ep. 108: What a Cartoon Episode Part 2

47 min 39 sec

Animation blew up in the 80s, with the rise of toy and comic based shows. Tejas, Dinkar and Navin discuss the big hits of the era He Man, Thundercats, Spiderman, G.I. Joe, and also try to fantasy cast a gritty Captain Planet reboot. Listen to What...

Ep. 109: January Round-Up: Jumanji, Electric Dreams, Black Mirror and Oscars

52 min 49 sec

Tejas, Dinkar and Navin sit down to rewind what they consumed in scifi and films over the month of January and give you the lowdown. What are your thoughts on Jumanji, Electric Dreams, Black Mirror Also, listen to them talk about the nerds being...

Ep. 110: Love Transcends Space & Time

42 min 27 sec

On this Valentines special, Tejas, Jishnu, Navin and Jaanam get together to talk about falling in love with Artificial Intelligence, what romance in the future could look like, and their take on The Man From Earth sequel. They also ship science...

Ep. 111: What a Cartoon Episode Part 3

55 min

In this episode, Tejas and Dinkar talk about cartoons from the modern era. Take a trip down memory lane as they discuss the cartoons that the 80s and 90s kids grew up watching, and how Cartoon Network formed a big part of our cartoon viewing with...

Ep. 112: Black Panther For President

47 min 36 sec

Does MCU: Wakanda live up to the hype Yes, and then some. Tejas and Dinkar get into Black Panther: The Movie, with some discussion of Black Panther: The Album thrown in. Listen to them talk about why they loved it, with some nitpicks, and wait till...

Ep. 113: Yas Queen Kathleen

43 min 4 sec

Kathleen Kennedy, creative overlord of the Star Wars universe has had a greater role in your life than you know. Jishnu and Dinkar get into her storied history as the producer of all your favourite childhood films like E.T, Indiana Jones and Jurassic...

Ep. 114: Summer Preview Review

48 min 36 sec

From Solo to Skyscraper, Tejas and Jishnu blaze through their hot takes on this summers upcoming big screen releases in 3 minutes or less. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android:or iOS:...

Ep. 115: What a Cartoon Episode Part 4

47 min 20 sec

Can The Simpsons predict the future Can Futurama move you to tears Can Rick and Morty fans just back off please Listen to Tejas and Dinkar address all these questions and more, as we discuss adult animation in part 4 of WACE. You can listen to this...

Ep. 116: Yer A Magic Episode, Harry!

52 min 28 sec

Were putting a spell on you this episode, as we discuss magic in movies, and also legit real life magicians. Listen in for our definitive ranking of the Harry Potter movies, our opinions on David Blaine, and our astonishing realisation that the real...

Ep. 117: Altered Annihilation

51 min 30 sec

Netflix dropped the expansive new SciFi show Altered Carbon, and the much talked about SciFi horror movie, Annihilation on us last month. Amit and Jaanam join us to discuss. Warning: Spoilers for Annihilation, and some contrarian opinions You can...

Ep. 118: Geek Fruit Bulletin #1

10 min 29 sec

Welcome to the Geek Fruit Bulletin Here we discuss the nerd news floating in the ether. This week: Why are Ready Player One screenings getting cancelled in India Were pressing A to START, after all. Should dinosaurs be nasty James...

Ep. 119: Keeping up with the Joneses

38 min 52 sec

Jishnu and Jaanam dive into the second season of Jessica Jones. Between juggling some exemplary themes and subject matter to struggling with inconsistent story pacing, has the allfemale directed series managed to find one of the most interesting...

Ep. 120: Geek Fruit Bulletin #2

9 min 10 sec

On the Bulletin, we talk nerdy stuff in the ether This week: Psst. Did you hear what Steven said about Stephen Spielberg and King respectively Do we really care about Amazons LOTR TV show And will we watch it either way Yes. Did Westworld...

Ep. 121: Science Minus Fiction

53 min 10 sec

Were getting real with our science this week, with Tejas, Dinkar and Jaanam discuss their love for science documentaries and the people who make them. Travel through the Cosmos, journey through the Blue Planet, understand Life, but mostly, just...

Ep. 122: Geek Fruit Bulletin #3

13 min 44 sec

In our new weekly news/nonnews segment, Tejas and Jaanam discuss why its difficult to say the word Venom when youre a symbiote, James Camerons sulking over the Avengers movies and Blue Planet 2 premiering in India. Tune in to the MCU Marathon...

Ep. 123: Nerd Collusion Course

44 min 43 sec

Sometimes there are geeks in places you wouldnt expect. On this episode, Tejas, Jishnu and Dinkar discuss unlikely collaborations between nerd realms. Comedians writing comics, musicians making superhero musicals, and Vanilla Ice rapping with Ninja...

Ep. 124: Geek Fruit Bulletin #4

13 min 51 sec

On todays bulletin, we talk about some little known franchises such as: Avengers, in which we spoil nothing Star Wars, in which we discuss the upcoming new show from Dave Filoni The Simpsons, in which we muse on what the show should do next Get...

Ep. 125: Infinity Hour

59 min 9 sec

Heres an hour and change of us gushing, goofing and geeking out about the cinematic event of our generation, Marvels Avengers: Infinity War. Enjoy a thorough spoilerific discussion with Navin, Tejas, Jishnu and Dinkar. Listen to this show and other...

Ep. 126: Geek Fruit Bulletin #5

10 min 10 sec

In this weeks edition of news/nonnews, we discuss: How does AntMan and the Wasp fit into the MCU Pretty well, cause it can change in size. Arrested Development Season 5: Is it an illusion Will Solo: A Star Wars Story give us the Modal Nodes...

Ep. 127: Geek Fruit Cantina Live

1 hr 3 min 52 sec

On this live episode from our Star Wars celebration on May the 4th, Aakash Mehta joins us to discuss the legacy of the prequels, followed by an animated discussion with Kunal Rao about the merits of The Last Jedi. We also talk about some iterations of...

Ep. 128: Geek Fruit: Origins (Special Episode)

7 min 17 sec

In this clip from our live Star Wars Day show, the Geek Fruit Cantina, we share the Geek Fruit origin story how it began, and how our love for Star Wars was the key to our start. Listen to our full episode Geek Fruit Cantina Live here:...

Ep. 129: Geek Fruit Bulletin #6

12 min 8 sec

Were back with our hot takes on the happenings in the nerd ether This week: Marvels Cloak and Dagger, and also how are Marvel TV and movies connected anymore The Case of the Sherlock Holmes 3 Announcement Plus, Dinkar keeps referencing the...

Ep. 130: What a Cartoon Episode 5: DC

54 min 9 sec

Our feature series on the cartoons of our lives returns, and this time were talking about the greatest version of DC, the animated universe. Tejas and Dinkar discuss the two latest entrants into the DCAU Gotham by Gaslight and Batman Ninja, dive...

Ep. 131: Geek Fruit Bulletin #7

12 min 33 sec

Whats in the news Whats not in the news We talk about it all on this weeks Bulletin Or at least that was the plan. Jake Gyllenhaal will be Mysterio in Spiderman 2. Will he wear a fishbowl Jishnu Guha takes over to deliver a show stopper of...

Ep. 132: New DP

44 min 21 sec

Deadpool 2 has a big reputation to live up to after the success of the first movie, but we werent too enthused by it, and the movie just about met our expectations. Listen to us discuss why we think DP2 tries to be too clever for its own good. Also,...

Ep. 133: Geek Fruit Bulletin #8

11 min 38 sec

On this edition of news/nonnews, Jaanam and Tejas dive into a mini review of Blue Planet that just released in theatres recently. They also turn their gaze toward Andy Serkis new Mowgli trailer and decide whether we needed it or not. Listen to our...

Ep. 134: Solo 2: Duo

46 min 33 sec

Solo has landed to a relatively muted box office and mixed reactions. Best friends Jishnu and Dinkar discuss why this might be, and search their own feelings about the movie. Follow Geek Fruit on social media. TheyreGeekFruitHQon...

Ep. 135: Geek Fruit Bulletin #9

9 min 33 sec

There have been some odd happenings in the world of geek this week, and were here to give you our hot takes on: James Marsden is doing a Sonic the Hedgehog movie, but who is more handsome The Magic Order will mash up Neverland and Wonderland, is...

Ep. 136: B Joshi Gets An A

47 min 20 sec

Bhavesh Joshi Superhero is the Indian superhero movie weve been clamouring for. Tejas, Dinkar and Jaanam discuss why the movie feels fresh and original, what they loved about it, and why everyone should go see it right now But after you listen to...

Ep. 137: Geek Fruit Bulletin #10

10 min 36 sec

Some things are news, some are not. We discuss it all on The Bulletin This week: Jared Letos standalone Joker movie. Why so... seriously The Addams Family movie is on its way, and were fantasy casting. Hey, whats up with Joss Whedon...

Ep. 138: Jurassic World is not enough

34 min 37 sec

Jishnu and Tejas have differing stances on the new Jurassic World movie, but both agree that it is at best an average film, which falls short of its big ideas. Is it time for the Dinosaurs to be extinct once more Follow Geek Fruit on social media....

Ep. 139: Geek Fruit Bulletin #11

13 min 38 sec

Tejas, Jishnu and IVM Likes host Alika discuss the recent mammoth gaming expo E3 and some of the titles that caught their attention. Meanwhile, Jishnu cannot understand the physics of Aquaman. All this and more on this weeks news/notnews Bulletin....

Ep. 140: Continue Watching?

38 min 45 sec

Jishnu and Tejas do a retread of a topic or a sequel if you will that always has them wondering about the future of popculture franchises. Have we crossed the golden age of scifi and fantasy or are we just getting into it Will movies continue to...

Ep. 141: Geek Fruit Bulletin #12

14 min 47 sec

Were talking some news and a lot of notnews on this edition of the Bulletin. This week: New Age Content Ninja Turtles A new TMNT movie is in the works. So Long, A Star Wars Story The Star Wars spinoff movies are possibly being put on hold. ...

Ep. 142: OST: What's The Score?

37 min 11 sec

In celebration of the FIFA World Cup, were talking about scores this week. Only, were talking about film scores and nothing to do with football. In the first of this two part series, Tejas and Dinkar discuss how a great film score elevates the movie...

Ep. 143: Bulletin #13

14 min

Space is a vacuum, but nerddom is full of happenings This week on the Bulletin, we discuss: Batman is getting married. Why didnt he invite us Quentin Tarantinos Star Trek movie. Will he use Sabotage in the soundtrack Again Sony...

Ep. 144: What a Cartoon Episode 6: The Incredible World of Pixar

59 min 5 sec

The Incredibles 2 doesnt quite live up to the original, but we did enjoy it. This episode, we discuss the movie, followed by a deep dive into all the Pixar movies with a highly unscientific ranking and analysis system. Follow Geek Fruit on social...

Ep. 145: Bulletin #14 (Pixar Shorts)

19 min 21 sec

Pixar short films are always fun, and often great. In this companion piece to our Pixar episode, we discuss the best shorts, such as Geris Game, Sanjays Super Team, and Day Night. Listen to our latest episode on Pixar movies here: Listen...

Ep. 146: OST: Best Movie Soundtrack Albums

45 min 38 sec

What happened to all the albums Dinkar and Tejas discuss the reason why exclusive movie soundtracks have dwindled in the last decade, when before we had an era of questionably awesome soundtracks that essentially delayed the death knell for emo rock...

Ep. 147: Bulletin #15

12 min 8 sec

On this weeks edition of the bulletin, Jishnu and Tejas enlighten you with some news over notnews. This weeks hot takes include the Rugrats and why a baby cat is not much bigger than a toddler also how Marvel defeats DCs movies even at a...

Ep. 148: AntWasp: The Sequel

44 min 8 sec

The sequel to Marvels lightest movie is here and is exactly the breath of fresh air that MCU needed after Infinity Wars heroes bit the dust. Jishnu and Tejas discuss why comedy was more important than plot and why AntMan is a more important hero...

Ep. 149: Bulletin #16

13 min 11 sec

You know what we dont have enough of in the nerd universe MANWOMAN movies. Jishnu and Tejas dedicate this bulletin to movies where men and women have an equal lead role. They also talk about fatherdaughter films and see how they rank. Listen to...

Ep. 150: Comic Con 2018

39 min 17 sec

This years Comic Con saw the release of a ton of trailers for films and TV shows, both new and old. Tejas and Jishnu give you the greatest hits from this SDCC. Follow Geek Fruit on social media. TheyreGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram...

Ep. 151: Bulletin #17

11 min 37 sec

Jishnu and Tejas discuss other weirdisms this week on the Bulletin, including Calpurnia, a regular indie band we wouldnt otherwise consider if it werent for frontman and breakout Stranger Things star Finn Wolfhard which already sounded like a band...

Ep. 152: Mission: Impossible Fall: Outstanding

59 min 2 sec

The latest installment in the M:I franchise might just be the best yet. Tejas and Dinkar but its actually Jishnu in an MI mask go into the studio to discuss how these movies just keep getting better, and rank their favourite moments from the...

Ep. 153: Bulletin #18: Star Wars 9, Topher Grace's Hobbit

16 min 21 sec

In this weekly dissection of news/notnews, we talk about: Luke, Leia and Lando return in Episode 9 Linda returns in Terminator 6 Topher Grace returns with a reedit of a prequel trilogy Tom Cruise is cool and maybe an alien Listen to our...

Ep. 154: So Bad, It's Good

43 min 41 sec

We all know those movies that are so over the top ridiculously bad that they actually become really fun to watch. Dinkar and Tejas talk about some of their favourite examples of these beautiful disasters. Say hello to a lot of Nicolas Cage. Follow...

Ep. 155: Bulletin #19: Hashtag Oscars So Popular

14 min 26 sec

This weeks Bulletin is buzzing with news and not news: And the Oscar goes to... desperate lengths to regain its popularity Ruby Rose is bullied off Twitter after being cast as Batwoman. Sigh. Is it okay to watch ahead in a TV series before your...

Ep. 156: JJ Abrams and Centipedes

46 min 42 sec

Were taking a look at the life and career of one of our heroes, JJ Abrams this week. Jishnu and Dinkar talk about Lost, Star Trek, Star Wars and other highlights from JJ like Super 8 and MI:3. They discuss his fondness for lens flares, time jumps and...

Ep. 157: Bulletin #20: Holy Cage, Holy Pratt

12 min 18 sec

Jishnu and Dinkar round up a slow news week with special guests Mickey Mouse and Goofy. The Lady and the Tramp being remade in live action Nicolas Cage goes noir in the Spiderverse Chris Pratt is religious apparently Listen to our latest episode on...

Ep. 158: How to Get Your Kids into Sci-fi feat. Saurabh Kanwar

51 min 8 sec

Jishnu and Tejas interrogate Dinkars boss, Flarepath founder and Cool Dad Saurabh Kanwar about being a nerd with kids. Also find out about the super powers that he developed to either score major brownie points with his kids or make sacred pop...

Ep. 159: Bulletin #21: Dora The Explorer, Steam Games

12 min 56 sec

Tejas and Jishnu share the news of Dora The Explorer getting a live action remake starring Micheal Pena Eva Longoria, because of course it is. They also have something to say about Steam games and Star Wars, as one does. Listen to our latest...

Ep. 160: Luke Cage, Netflix's Hero?

47 min 36 sec

Is Luke Cage Season 2 the best Marvel TV show yet Tejas thinks it could be, Dinkar thinks its either the greatest or the worst and he cant tell which. Listen to our heroes discuss the highlights and lowlights of an eventful season, while indulging...

Ep. 161: Bulletin #22: Todd Phillips' Joker, Listen to Oscar Isaac

12 min 14 sec

Its another week in geek news and not news with the Bulletin. Were talking: Alec Baldwin is playing Thomas Wayne Alec Baldwin is not playing Thomas Wayne Everyone would do well to listen to Oscar Isaac Listen to our latest episode on Luke Cage...

Ep. 162: What Is A Quiz Show? (Quarterfinals Edition)

50 min 41 sec

Which long running Indian quiz show now only exists as an app Which stern quizmaster went on to a career as a game show mogul What is the primary difference between American and British quiz shows Listen to find out, because were talking about...

Ep. 163: Bulletin #23: Ubisoft Opens its Mumbai Office, Assassin's Creed Odyssey

15 min 28 sec

Its another week in geek news and not news with the bulletin. Were talking: Tejas attends Ubisoft preview for Assassins Creed Henry Cavill as Geralt in Netflixs The Witcher adaptation Listen to this show and other awesome shows on the...

Ep. 164: Ghoulness Gracious

37 min 18 sec

Tejas and Jishnu deconstruct Netflix Indias first horror feature in Patrick Grahams Ghoul. Also, Faulad Singh is a funny guy. Follow Geek Fruit on social media. Theyre GeekFruitHQ on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can listen to this show...

Ep. 165: Bulletin #24: 48 FPS vs. 25 FPS

8 min 6 sec

Christopher Nolan is unhappy with how his films look on TV. Do you even give a damn Does Captain Marvels introduction to the MCU pave the way for Nova Listen to our latest episode on Ghoul here: Listen to this show and other awesome shows on...

Ep. 166: Where The Strees Have Nunames

46 min 32 sec

Dinkar and Tejas and special guest and Geek Fruit producer Jaanam dig into WOMEN IN HORROR a unique week in popculture where two films are centered around femalelead scaries. They discuss Stree and The Nun and decide what makes horror scary and why...

Ep. 167: Bulletin #25: Fresh Faces

13 min 57 sec

Dinkar and Tejas discuss the newest additions and first looks to the MCU and DC movie franchises including Joaquin Phoenixs take on the Clown Prince of Crime as well as Brie Larsons Captain Marvel trailer. Listen to our latest episode on Women in...

Ep. 168: Back To The Franchise: X-Men

51 min 54 sec

The original XMen trilogy was far from perfect, but pioneered many tropes that are common in superhero movies to this day. We take a look back at what made the X movies great in the first installment of yet another brand new series Back To The...

Ep. 169: Bulletin #26: Harshvardhan Kapoor Talks Bhavesh Joshi

24 min 28 sec

On this nonnews edition of the Bulletin we have a treat for you Hear the unedited audio of our chat with Harshvardhan Kapoor, where we discuss: Bhavesh Joshi Superhero as a Netflix series Our favourite sequences Sequel possibilities And a...

Ep. 170: Unlocking Spider-Man with Hoezaay

49 min 35 sec

In a special gaming episode, Tejas and special guest and closet nerd Hoezaay Jose Covaco discuss Marvels SpiderMan for the PS4 by Insomniac Games. They discuss the story, their favourite missions, side quests and why this iteration of SpiderMan...

Ep. 171: Bulletin #27: Spiderthings, Star Warsings

20 min 53 sec

A bunch of SpiderMan related news has dropped on the web heh and were all over it like a... spider We discuss: The Into The Spiderverse trailer drops and we have thoughts Tom Hardy thinks the best parts of venom were cut out. He might be right....

Ep. 172: I Are Venom

47 min 21 sec

The old gang is back Jishnu, Tejas and Dinkar are all in the studio to discuss Venom, a movie that is missing most of the old gang. Like everyone else in the Spiderverse. Were torn about whether its terrible, or so terrible its good. Listen in to...

Ep. 173: Bulletin #28: Gunns, Grey and The Walking Dead

12 min 8 sec

Some new developments on old news on todays bulletin: DC has hired Gunn for Suicide Squad 2 The Walking Dead trudges on Greys Anatomy 101, up to 1501 Stop Scott Stapp Suicide: A T.I. Story Listen to our latest episode on Venom here: Listen...

Ep. 174: Big Willie Style

48 min 22 sec

Jishnu and Tejas embark on a hot take fiesta of Will Smiths entire career and give the definitive ranking of all his movies and public endeavours while also debating on whether Hitch is a good movie or not. spoilers it totally is...

Ep. 175: Bulletin #29: Tom & Jerry Lives, Iron Fist Does Not

11 min 37 sec

In this weekly dissection of news/notnews, we talk about: Tom Jerry is getting a second life in a live action / mixed reboot Much to Tejas dismay, Netflixs Iron Fist burns out after its second season The CWs Arrowverlses new season starts...

Ep. 176: The Bad Guys

50 min 16 sec

For a special Halloween episode, Jishnu and Tejas discuss the unsung heroes of most of our favourite pop culture movies and TV shows: The Villains From Disney to Marvel to DC, they discuss what makes a good villain tick. Get tickets to our Super...

Ep. 177: Bulletin #30: Of Space Stations & Museums

11 min 41 sec

Its another week in geek news and not news with the Bulletin. Were talking: NASA uses SciFi references to name new constellations The Harley Quinn animated series has been announced, and so has the voice of Harley and The Joker King Tchallas...

Ep. 178: Back to the Franchise: Harry Potter

50 min 27 sec

Leading up to the release of the second installment of the Fantastic Beasts franchise, Dinkar and Jishnu revisit their origin stories of the Potterverse. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can listen to this show and...

Ep. 179: Bulletin #31: The Problem with Fett (and Apu)

15 min 59 sec

Theres a couple things stirring in the nerd popculture world, and were here to dissect them for you. This week: The Boba Fett movie is cancelled, but dont boba fret because weve got The Mandalorian Adam Scott is in the Twilight Zone reboot,...

Ep. 180: Sci-Fi Hi-Fi Mix Vol. 1

44 min 20 sec

Scifi inspired music is a weird and wonderful world. From one off songs from artists youd never suspect, to full blown concept albums, theres a lot to unpack. Jishnu and Dinkar discuss some of their favourites in part 1 of this series, including...

Ep. 181: Bulletin #32: Stan The Man, Pokemon and MIB 4

9 min 42 sec

This week on the bulletin: Tejas and Jishnu reflect on Stan Lees passing and legacy Deadpool is now a Pokemon MIB 4 might focus on the British division Listen to our latest episode on scifi inspired music here: Listen to this show and other...

Ep. 182: Derren Brown

46 min 36 sec

Illusionist / Mentalist Derren Brown has been a household name in the UK for over a decade and is now looking to take over the United States by way of a new Netflix special Sacrifice. Tejas and Jishnu scratch the surface of unpacking one of their long...

Ep. 183: Bulletin #33: Aai Zouwu

15 min 41 sec

On the Bulletin this week are some interesting pieces of news and further explanations of Greys Anatomy canon from Dinkar. Jon Cryer will be playing Lex Luthor on Supergirl. He should never have gotten those hair plugs. Joaquin Phoenixs Joker...

Ep. 184: The Crimes of The Crimes of Grindelwald (Spoilercast)

1 hr 0 min 56 sec

Tejas and Dinkar slowly lose their minds while trying to process just how much they were disappointed by the Fantastic Beasts sequel. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows...

Ep. 185: Bulletin #34: Meeple Kaun

11 min 58 sec

On a special Bulletin, gaming enthusiasts Prashant and Karan join us to talk about their event, Meeplecon the first largescale board game convention in India. Plus, they discuss creating a board game culture in the country, and games to get newbies...

Ep. 186: Ralph Breaks The Sequel

49 min 11 sec

WreckIt Ralph was a surprise favourite when it came out, and the new sequel takes it to a whole new level. Tejas and Dinkar discuss why Ralph Breaks The Internet is perfect for its time, before getting into a larger discussion about Disneys modern...

Ep. 187: Bulletin #35 (eagle screech)

12 min 50 sec

Were talking some nonnewsy news on this weeks bulletin: Birds of Prey and the discussion of it by one Geek Fruit Will Roald Dahls BFG be a BFD Dinkars comprehensive report on Thugs of Hindostan Listen to our latest episode on Ralph...

Ep. 188: Two Point Oh No

1 hr 1 min 51 sec

We delve into the phenomenon that is Superstar Rajnis 2.0, and try to figure out if it lives up to the insane hype behind it. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the...

Ep. 189: Bulletin #36: Endgame

16 min 3 sec

Trailers and announcements as usual on this weeks Bulletin, and also an apology Yup, we never make mistakes here at Geek Fruit, but when we do, we issue a correction. Also on this podcast: Solo missed an Oscar submission deadline. Someones...

Ep. 190: Merry Geekmas?

47 min 41 sec

Tis the season to be jolly, so Dinkar and Jishnu get into a nostalgic discussion about the Christmas movies theyve enjoyed over the years, and learn a little bit about their friendship along the way. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook,...

Ep. 191: Bulletin #37: Sonic Boom

17 min 28 sec

Were going worldwide on the bulletin this week, as we discuss: The furry Sonic the Hedgehog is scurry Benicio del Toro will pause dramatically in the Dora movie while kids shout answers at the screen Greetings gumshoe, Carmen Sandiego has been...

Ep. 192: Into The Spider-Best

45 min 47 sec

The new animated SpiderMan movie might just be the best versions of the character yet. Tejas and Dinkar discuss how putting Miles Morales, Peter Parker, and several other bizzaro versions of Spidey into one dimension hopping adventure sounds...

Ep. 193: Bulletin #38: This Is Us (And Others)

13 min 47 sec

The year is ending, but were looking ahead with our news in this bulletin: Jordan Peeles Us trailer drops, and we cant wait for the movie to get out Adam McKay wants to make a Speed Racer style Silver Surfer movie, and we say yesjas MIB:...

Ep. 194: The Little Momoamaid

1 hr 1 min 33 sec

Aquaman finally rises to the surface of the DCEU, and with James Wan at the helm can it actually shed its campy reputation and return to glory Dinkar and Tejas discuss the bizarre choices that make Aquaman a fresh film but with its head just above...

Ep. 195: Bulletin #39: How To Enjoy New Things

18 min 19 sec

We take a step away from our typical recommendations here and talk about the nonmovieandTVpopculture weve enjoyed over the previous year. There are books, games, and this exciting new medium called podcasts Dive in Listen to our latest episode...

Ep. 196: 2018 In The Rearview Mirror, 2019 Is A Go

1 hr 1 min 1 sec

Tejas, Jishnu and Dinkar take a look back at their movie highlights from 2018, and while you might think there are obvious choices, Jishnu makes some truly surprising picks. Then they run through all the big releases and finales we have to look...

Ep. 197: Bulletin #40: Beasts, Bears, Bandersnatch Galactica

12 min 30 sec

News year, notnews me This week were talking: Momoa in Lego Movie 2. Makes sense, the mans abs are like bricks. Holmes and the Rotten Rotten Tomatoes Score If you want to hear us talk about Banderssnatch, hit play We said it once before but it...

Ep. 198: Bandersnatch: Choose Your Own Episode

42 min 14 sec

Jishnu, Jaanam and Abbas do a spoiler filled breakdown of Black Mirrors stab at choose your own adventure storytelling in Bandersnatch. Whether youve watched just one play through or worked your way through dozens of endings does Bandersnatch...

Ep. 199: Bulletin #41: Animators Get What They Deserved (Whether They Like It Or Not)

17 min 32 sec

This week, Jishnu, Jaanam and Abbas are talking: ExPixar CEO John Lasseters move to Skydance Animation and the allegations that lead to his leaving SpiderMan: Into The Spiderverse wins the Golden Globe for best animated feature The Simpsons...

Ep. 200: What A Cartoon Episode 7: Stop! Motion Time

59 min 35 sec

Creating stop motion is slow and painstaking, but listening to us talk about it on this episode is a breeze We go over some classics of the style, such as Wallace and Gromit, and discuss why stop motion appeals to directors with singular visions like...

Ep. 201: Bulletin #42: And The Oscar Noms Go To

23 min 55 sec

We breeze through the list of Academy Award nominations and give our hot takes on them all, and the idea of an awards bait movie. Listen to our latest episode on Stop Motion Animation here: Listen to this show and other awesome shows on the...

Ep. 202: Straight Up Action

57 min 37 sec

Cool guys dont look at explosions and cooler guys talk about action movies on their podcast Its us. And special guest Abhimanyu. Were the cool guys. We talk straight up action movies from the Stallones and Schwarzeneggers and uh Neesons, and...

Ep. 203: Bulletin #43: I Just Cannot Deal

13 min 52 sec

Nothing but quality news and notnews for ynerds This week: Is Galaxys Edge the Westworld of the real world Can no director deal with the Gambit movie Because its about cards A new ghostbusters sequel that ignores the previous sequel. Who...

Ep. 204: Back To The Franchise: Brosnan's Bond

1 hr 0 min 10 sec

Tejas and Jishnu deep dive into Pierce Brosnans sevenyear run as James Bond and nitpick at the best set pieces, casino scenes, Bond girls, favourite theme songs and predictions for how the franchise will continue. FollowGeekFruitHQon...

Ep. 205: Bulletin #44: Birds Be Cray

14 min 18 sec

This week, Jishnu and Tejas talk about: Aquamans billions of blistering barnacles and dollars at the box office Birds of Preys terrible title and excellent cast Anthony Daniels wraps his work on Episode 9crie Listen to our latest...

Ep. 206: Nolan, Bro - Part 1

53 min 26 sec

Its Nolan on the horizon, as the gang discusses the mindeffing films of the famous Christopher. We talk about Christopher Nolans beginnings, his first films, and the moment where he became the modern day god of cinema, while also spending some time...

Ep. 207: Bat The Last Man

14 min 28 sec

We take the scenic route while discussing the geek happenings this week: Im not Batman anymore says Ben Affleck Legion will be leavin Y: The Last Man will be a TV show y/n An extended explanation of the DC Superhero Pets Universe Listen to...

Ep. 208: Nolan, Bro - Part 2

39 min 33 sec

Listen to Jishnu regale Dinkar with the tale of the time he believes he saw a wild Christopher Nolan grazing outside a Raymonds store in South Bombay. They also talk about Tarantino for some reason. You can listen to this show and other awesome...

Ep. 209: Bulletin #46: Face Your Doom

17 min 4 sec

We use our weekly news/notnews show to dissect the trailer for DCs Doom Patrol, a show that looks both ridiculous and fun. Also we check in with Gwenyth Paltrow Listen to our latest episode on our favourite movies of 2018 here: Listen to...

Ep. 210: What A Cartoon Episode 8: Dreamworks

1 hr 4 min 7 sec

DreamWorks Animation has a long history of releasing animated movies that weve all seen trust us, youll be surprised how many of them you seen but dont really care much about. Tejas and Dinkar discuss their origins, their rivalry with Pixar, and...

Ep. 211: Bulletin #47 She is the Captain Now

20 min 41 sec

Dinkar, Jaanam and Tejas discuss the impending release of Captain Marvel and the politics of hate groups and fan clubs. Also, Dinkar tells animal jokes. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Listen to our latest episode on...

Ep. 212: Russian (Russian (Russian Doll) Doll) Doll

1 hr 9 min 13 sec

Russian Doll is a fresh take on a familiar trope and were here to peel back the many layers of depth that Natasha Lyonne and friends add to a moving and funny story. Plus, the greatest listener mail of all time. FollowGeekFruitHQon...

Ep. 213: Bulletin #48 Happy Name Day IVM

16 min 21 sec

Tejas and Jishnu celebrate four years of IVM podcasts by subjecting you to their hot takes on as many of the various IVM podcasts that they could get through. Oh and the number they were looking for is 3537. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook,...

Ep. 214: Revival of the Fittest

49 min 53 sec

Tejas and Jishnu run through a gamut of TV and film franchises over the years that should or shouldnt have been given a second life, and a third and a fourth. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can listen to this...

Ep. 215: Bulletin #49: I'm a Sucker for Views

12 min 36 sec

Jishnu and Tejas extend their chat on Revivals and discuss the incoming news of a Scooby Doo reboot with an interesting cast. They also talk about 2 years of Nintendo Switch and Mark Hamills new show Knightfall, but most importantly they give the...

Ep. 216: The Marvellous Mrs. MCU

54 min 50 sec

Tejas, Abbas and Jishnu recap the highs and lows of the Marvel Cinematic Universes 21st and penultimate film before the end of the Phase 3 Captain Marvel. Despite Carol Danvers carrying the mantle of being both the most powerful and the real first...

Ep. 217: Bulletin #50: A Lad in the Middle East

14 min 14 sec

Jishnu and Tejas talk Aladdin and how were all fine with this new trailer, but reflect on the liveaction Disney films. Tejas also tells us about the twitter account thatll tell you if you can pet a dog in a video game or not and finally a tribute...

Ep. 218: Love, Death, Robots AKA Monsters n' F#*!@kin'

41 min 24 sec

Love is bigger than anything in its way, but this scifi anthology series from Tim Miller and David Fincher throws in some post. Jishnu and Dinkar discuss Netflixs Love, Death and Robots and discuss the moments and themes that stick out. Tune in for...

Ep. 219: Bulletin #51: Happiness Is A Warm Gunn

13 min 32 sec

Yup, James Gunn is back from the cold climes he was banished to, and you bet weve got thoughts on it. We expound on his return, what might have changed Disneys stance on the matter, and how public perception has more consequences than actual...

Ep. 220: Mard Ko Words Nahi Hota

59 min 3 sec

Were at a loss to explain why we have completely opposing views on Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota. Tejas and Dinkar discuss the much talked about movie from director Vasan Bala, and somehow manage to disagree on almost everything. Its an instant classic,...

Ep. 221: Bulletin #52: Teenage Mutant Ninja Dora

13 min 14 sec

Whats a samurai, and whats a ninja Whats news, and whats notnews Were trying to figure it all out on this weeks bulletin. Dora is a teenager in the movie, and theres a joke about EDM. Checks out. Whats a Nickelodeon type movie anyway A...

Ep. 222: Nolan, Bro - Part 3

45 min 55 sec

Like a Christopher Nolan film, our series discussing his work goes deeper than you think. This time Tejas and Dinkar bring on producer Zoya to discuss Interstellar and The Dark Knight Trilogy, which spirals like a galaxy in Interstellar out into a...

Ep. 223: Bulletin #53 Along Came A Snyder

14 min 44 sec

Zack Snyder has a very specific vision of the DC universe, and hes angry at the fans who disagree with him. Does that include us Thats the topic of discussion on this notnews edition of the bulletin. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook,...

Ep. 224: This is Us

46 min 1 sec

Dinkar and Tejas dive into Jordan Peeles latest thriller Us and decode the multiple threads left by the films layered plot. Dinkar also discovers an eerie connection with the film, as he recounts a tale from his youth....

Ep. 225: Bulletin #54: With or Without U2

14 min 40 sec

Tejas sparks a fire in Jishnus heart that he totally denies, when he claims that U2 will come to India this year. They also talk about Reys parents and the impending disappointment that could be the GoT finale. FollowGeekFruitHQon...

Ep. 226: Yer A Wizard, Billy

48 min 57 sec

Dinkar, Jaanam and Jishnu breakdown DCs latest entry into the DCEU: Shazam. Find out why its a welcome change of pace in tone, and a DC film that actually makes Jishnu smile for once. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram and...

Ep. 227: Bulletin #55: Dinkar's Games Edition

13 min 40 sec

Dinkar is in a mood and has some games in store for Jaanam and Jishnu. Robert Downey Jr. is also about to talk to animals in a new Dr. Dolittle movie, but mostly Dinkars games. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Check...

Ep. 228: Back To The Franchise - Unbreakable Trilogy

54 min 54 sec

Tejas and Jishnu finally get into Tejas beloved Manoj Night Shyamalans superhero trilogy Unbreakable, Split Glass. Find out if the final film of the auteurs take on the superhero genre manages to stick the landing....

Ep. 229: Bulletin #56: Plugs Away

17 min

Weve got some exciting things cooking at Geek Fruit HQ, and we get into some details about them today: Say hi at Geek Fruits Cantina Strikes Back Endgame pregame Game of Thrones halftime huddle Weve got limited seating at the event, so RSVP...

Ep. 230: ENDGAME 3000

1 hr 25 min 11 sec

Tejas, Jishnu and Dinkar gush over the finale to the MCUs tenyearlong run: Avengers: End Game. Its over an hour of spoilerfilled retrospection on the life and times of Earths mightiest heroes. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook,...

Ep. 231: Bulletin #57: Naaaaaan

16 min 50 sec

Do you understand the news and not news comin outta my mouth This week we zip through: The dramatic Fresh Prince fan trailer. Did they not see the episode where Will meets his dad What are Jablinski gaaayyymss and Naaaaaaan Dark Phoenix is a...

Ep. 232: Geek Fruit Cantina Strikes Back, Live!

1 hr 11 min 26 sec

As per our long running tradition of two years, we held a little soire for our fellow Star Wars nerds on May the Fourth. On this live podcast from the event, we discuss the present and future of Star Wars with special guests Navin Noronha and...

Ep. 233: Getting to know (Dar)us

24 min 11 sec

In a Very Special Episode of the GF Bulletin featuring Dinkar and IVM family Jaanam and Alika, we meet new producer Darus, talk about the producers weve loved and lost along the way, and understand the true meaning of being a nerd. Check out our...

Ep. 234: Back to the Franchise: The Matrix

1 hr 0 min 27 sec

Its 20 years since the original science fiction action masterpiece The Matrix released and so Jishnu and Tejas dive back into the dreamworld to challenge its GOAT status. Is The Matrix woke Is Neo a compelling character Will Jishnu ever watch John...

Ep. 235: Game Of Petitions

20 min 58 sec

100,000 people have signed a petition to redo the last season of Game of Thrones. The design of Sonic the Hedgehog is being changed after fan outcry. And somewhere out there is a collection of fans who are actively trying to remake The Last Jedi. Are...

Ep. 236: Pocket MonSTARS! feat. Ishaan Krishna and Alika Gupta

52 min 2 sec

Tejas brings two legendary Pokemon trainersIVM Likes Alika Gupta and Bhayanak Mauts Ishaan Krishna to the Geek Fruit Podcast, where they try their best to discuss Pokemon Detective Pikachu but instead spend an hour doing a 101 for Pokenoobs. Also...

Ep. 237: Bulletin #60: Paul Rudd: King of Youngsters

18 min 3 sec

Ever wonder why some actors like Paul Rudd, Keanu Reeves, and Anthony Mackie never age Speaking of Anthony Mackie, do you think he would be the right choice to take over Captain Americas spot in the MCU Speaking of MCU and monsters and all, have...

Ep. 238: Fresh Prince of Agrabah

57 min 40 sec

Dinkar and Tejas interview special guest and star of last years hit Disney stage production Aladdin Taaruk Raina and get behind the scenes of what it takes to make a lovable street rat and Ababwite. They also talk about the liveaction adaptation of...

Ep. 239: Bulletin #61: Goodness Cretacrous Me!

18 min 32 sec

Dinkar, Tejas and special guest Abhimanyu talk about Robert Pattinson finally confirmed casting as the caped crusader, but even news as big as that is dwarfed by the new trailer for Hotstars adaptation of The Office and discuss why people are dumb...

Ep. 240: What's a Godzilla to a Geek?

49 min 23 sec

Our old pal Gojira is back to deal with some mean monsters and pesky people, and were here to talk about it from a safe distance. Is Godzilla a benevolent monster Is this movie ridiculous Do we love it anyway Yup. To all three....

Ep. 241: Bullletin #62: Keanaissance Man

20 min 24 sec

Tejas and IVM personnel Abbas and Jaanam discuss the recent explosion of Keanu Reeves in 2019 and what is a long overdue moment for The One. Check out the previous episode on Whats a Geek to a Godzilla here You can listen to this show and...

Ep. 242: Order of the Dark Pheonix

49 min 59 sec

Tejas and Jishnu talk about the final from 20th Century Foxs XMen franchise Dark Phoenix. They ask the hard questions like, does this movie give its fans any closure Does anyone still care about Phoenix Did Tejas mention how much he hates Days...

Ep. 243: Bulletin #63: Atithi Dev Patel

13 min 56 sec

In a glorious extended, not news segment Tejas and Jishnu talk about Hotel Mumbai. Youre welcome Listen to our previous episode on Order of the Dark Pheonix here FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. You can...

Ep. 244: Edgar Gets It Wright

1 hr 1 min 20 sec

In a relatively short career so far, Edgar Wright has made smart, stylish, and sometimes divisive films. Dinkar and Jishnu discuss what makes his movies special, and where he might go next. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, and...

Ep. 245: Bulletin #64: (Insert Tearable Poster Pun)

19 min 23 sec

Back at it again with the news and not news This week, Tejas and Dinkar get into: Why the new Spiderman posters are far from good Taika Waititi is making Flash Gordon Subscribed. The Edgar Wright movie rankings we didnt get around to, and spoiler...

Ep. 246: Toy Story 4ever

40 min 40 sec

What does it mean to be alive Are we born to fulfill a purpose These arent the kind of questions youd expect a kids movie about toys to raise, but here we are. Tejas and Dinkar gush over Toy Story 4 and then compare it to the earlier movies to see...

Ep. 247: Bulletin #65: Criminal Cases 5 CLASH

9 min 40 sec

Tejas and Jishnu discuss Queer Eye and their favourite of the fab 5. Tejas also tells Jishnu about Mantri Cards, a new fave card game being funded on Wishberry right now Its called Mantri Cards, its a card game to introduce the public to the new...

Ep. 248: Black Mirrors & Polar Bear Sex

45 min 39 sec

Tejas and Jishnu dig into Charlie Brookers fifth season of Black Mirror. Has the show maintained its inquisitive look at the impact technology in the modern age has on our lives or has the premise started to lose steam...

Ep. 249: Bulletin #66: Poor Little Mermaid

8 min 57 sec

The internet once again does its thing and proves that its an idiot. Jishnu and Tejas discuss the casting of the titular character in the Little Mermaid and Jishnu defends his favourite film and the casting choice. Listen to our previous episode on...

Ep. 250: Spidey Sense of Humour

54 min 26 sec

Tejas and Jishnu are joined by comedian Rohan Joshi to talk all things Spidey with the release of the final film in Marvels Phase 3 of the MCU SpiderMan: Far From Home. After 23 films the real questions everyone is asking are does the multiverse...

Ep. 251: Bulletin #67: Emmy Time Will Do

17 min 2 sec

The Emmy nominations are out, and theres good TV, bad TV cough Game of Thrones cough and TV we havent seen yet. A lot of it is that third category, but we still discuss some of the best shows from the past year. Listen to our previous episode on...

Ep. 252: Stranger Things: Scooper Troopers

35 min 50 sec

Abbas, Alika, and Jishnu dive into the Duffer brothers third season of Stranger Things and ask the hard questions like will Eleven inevitably be the cause for the Chernobyl disaster, and why wont Alika cut Hopper some slack...

Ep. 253: Bulletin #68: Bulletin Roulette

10 min 50 sec

Its a freestyle Bulletin, as Jishnu and Dinkar free associate over some decidedly not news topics, including: An email from former guest Ishaan Krishna The longrunning battle between TeamSuds and Dinks Army Dinkars obsession with a YouTube...

Ep. 254: The Lion Weeps Tonight

55 min 3 sec

Tejas and Jishnu try to keep it together while breaking down their thoughts on Jon Favreaus remake of the Lion King. If youre playing along at home, try to count how many times the words in the original were used. Follow...

Ep. 255: Bulletin #69: Lean Machine

17 min 39 sec

Tejas tells Jishnu about leanin and leanback content, and why you need to watch Blown Away and Final Table. Listen to our previous episode on The Lion Weeps Tonight here Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter...

Ep. 256: Marvel: Phased and Confused

40 min 58 sec

Jishnu and Tejas do a quick update on the announced Phase 4 of Marvels expanding cinematic universe. What are we most excited about Good guess Its Hawkeye. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any...

Ep. 257: Bulletin #70: The Conroy Rises

22 min 21 sec

Jishnu and Tejas can only talk about one thing. Kevin Conroy will finally play a live action Bruce Wayne, and thats it. As if this year could not get more epic Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any...

Ep. 258: Soviet Fallout

49 min

Jishnu and Tejas could not ignore the beauty that is HBOs Chernobyl and decide to step away from their usual fare to discuss the gripping and haunting miniseries by Craig Mazin and figure out what makes it a must watch. Follow...

Ep. 259: Bulletin #71: Maid in Venom

16 min 9 sec

Jishnu will not watch the liveaction adaptation of the Little Mermaid and Tejas hates Venom. What can we do to change their minds Perhaps a Live Stage Adaptation with Shaggy What about a Serkis directed Venom sequel Follow...

Ep. 260: The Boys of Bummer

50 min 54 sec

Amazons The Boys is an edgy, dark comedy set in a world where superheroes are everywhere, and the most powerful are the most corrupt. If this sounds like Watchmen but not good, spolier alert: youre right. Our reactions range from eh to meh, and we...

Ep. 261: Bulletin #72: Spider Can't

18 min 19 sec

Spiderman does whatever a spider can, but the one thing he cant do is be a part of the MCU apparently. We discuss the issue on this edition of the Bulletin, along with: Matrix 4 is happening Yet another Stranger Things cast member is a musician...

Ep. 262: C-List Superstars

52 min 23 sec

The MCUs Collector. Boba Fett from Star Wars. Many of the movies and shows we love feature minor characters who turn onto major highlights. They wouldnt technically qualify for Best Lead Role, or even Best Supporting Role, but they receive a far...

Ep. 263: Getting to Know Shlok

22 min 25 sec

Have you ever wondered What is a Shlok Well so have the Geek Fruit boys. This weeks bulletin is all about the ongoing saga of the Geek Fruit Podcasts latest producer. Listen in to see if the eighth times the charm. Follow...

Ep. 264: D23

53 min 46 sec

Tejas and Jishnu round up the greatest hits and misses from the slew of announcements made at Disneys annual D23 expo. So much to watch so little time. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any queries....

Ep. 265: Yeah Science!

21 min 10 sec

Jishnu and Tejas discuss the upcoming Breaking Bad spin off film and the future of Warner Brothers becomes clear to them after a visit to the freshly minted WB World in Abu Dhabi. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter...

Ep. 266: Act Like You Can Sing

49 min 55 sec

In the latest edition of our periodic dives into the world of music in films, Tejas and Dinkar take a look at actors who moonlight as musicians, and draw the distinction between vanity projects and music theyd actually listen to. Plus, Tejas writes...

Ep. 267: Geek Fruit N Nut

19 min 12 sec

Tejas and Dinkar take the scenic route around the nonnews of the day, discussing chocolates that promote world peace, the pointlessness of raisins, and KFCs new dating sim Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter...

Ep. 268: Sing Like You Can Act

1 hr 0 min

Are musicians better actors than actors are musicians Tejas and Dinkar discuss this important topic and the musicians who have successfully made the transition. All of this prefaced by a discussion of the current state of pop music, for some reason....

Ep. 269: Getting to Know Laxmi

25 min 9 sec

Tejas and Dinkar have a chat with digital human and Geek Fruit fan Laxmi Krishnan about the intersection between pop culture and new media, and how art forms are developing today. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter...

Ep. 270: Aliens Exist

52 min 15 sec

The trifecta Dinkar, Jishnu, and Tejas have assembled to talk about the US Navys recent statement that confirms some of Blink 182s Tom Delonges claims that aliens exist. That and a ramble about some of our favourite friendly aliens from...

Ep. 271: AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N

8 min 4 sec

The Geek Fruit boys got an exclusive all access preview to the new travelling exhibition of some of the MCUs costumes and props at the AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any...

Ep. 272: Apocalypse...Now??

53 min 14 sec

We dont know if youve been keeping up with the news, but the world is ending. Thanks to a lifetime spent watching apocalyptic scenarios unfold in fiction, Tejas and Dinkar are better prepared than the average protagonist. In this episode, they...

Ep. 273: Nerd Forecasting

17 min 27 sec

Dinkar and Tejas discuss the new casting rumours on Batman and whether Jonah Hill could play any other role except the Penguin. They also discuss the return of the original Jurassic Park trifecta and wonder if the follow up could actually be good....

Ep. 274: The Killing Joker

1 hr 5 min 24 sec

Clowns to the left of us, Joker to the right, and were stuck in the middle talking about DCs brand new take on the Batman villain. Joining us to talk about stand up comedian Arthur Flecks slow transformation into the clown prince of crime is stand...

Ep. 275: Don't Speak (About News)

16 min 41 sec

Comedian Niveditha Prakasam joins Tejas and Dinkar to talk about the news, but mostly to talk about not the news. This week: The Birds of Prey trailer and the viewing of it by one Geek Fruit Carly Rae Jepsen covered No Doubt, and thats hella good...

Ep. 276: Boyz to Good Omens

50 min 12 sec

Dinkar and Jishnu dive into a spoilerfree breakdown of the Terry Pratchett/Neil Gaiman tv adaptation of Good Omens. Listen in to find out why the boys give it a resounding sure, why not despite their love for stars David Tennant and Martin...

Ep. 277: Bulletin #80: Doctor Do More

16 min 16 sec

Weve got comedian Kunal Rao with us in the studio to join us in dishing out hot takes on the news and not news of the day, including our thoughts on the Dolittle trailer, and Zoe Kravitz being cast in the upcoming Batman movie. Follow...

Ep. 278: Sitcom Shenanigans (feat. Kunal Rao)

1 hr 8 min 31 sec

Sitcoms are foundational pop culture for pretty much everybody, and the form has evolved a lot over time. Kunal Rao joins us to discuss this change, and we run through some all time greats. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram,...

Ep. 279: Bulletin #81: Dinkar's Games: Gettin Jiggy Edition

12 min 12 sec

Dinkar attempts to play one of his classic games with Jishnu Guha, while giving him a lesson in rap history. Jishnu, being the agent of chaos he is, plays spoilsport throughout. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter...

Ep. 280: El pilogue: A Breaking Bad Series Finale

49 min 1 sec

Tejas and Jishnu do a spoilerific dissection of Vince Gilligans follow up to his critically acclaimed Breaking Bad series. The nerds ask if this movie was necessary and did we even want it in the first place. Follow usGeekFruitHQon...

Ep. 281: Actual Halloween Bulletin

14 min 4 sec

Jishnu and Tejas record a special Halloween Bulletin, which was recorded on the actual day. And they talk about the Halloween party that happened last night. It was great. That fire though Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram,...

Ep. 282: Back to the Franchise: Die Hard

48 min 26 sec

Is John Mcclane the essential everyman Or a god damn all American hero. Tejas Abhimanyu discuss the trials and tribulations of Mr McClane and his charming legacy. FollowGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can listen...

Ep. 283: Bulletin #83: Matrix Redux

10 min 28 sec

Tejas Abhimanyu talk about the new Matrix movie casting news, and in other news Tejas tries to contain his excitement for the same. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any queries. You can listen...

Ep. 284: Terminator: Dark Franchise

53 min 41 sec

Dinkar and Tejas are joined by Abbas to discuss Terminator: Dark Fate. Spoilers for the entire series Also why do terminators have teeth, you know, all the important questions. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter...

Ep. 285: Bulletin #84: Fantastic Farells And Where To Find Them

21 min 56 sec

This week on The Bulletin were talking about but mostly around several things that have been in the news: Colin Farell as Penguin There were rumours it would be Jonah Hill, but Oswald that ends wald. A brief reflection on Telltale Games. Gone too...

Ep. 286: Back to the Franchise: Batman Forever

55 min 20 sec

Dinkar and Tejas discuss the greatest Batman movie of all time, ahead of Geek Fruits special event BatFan Forever. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any queries. You can listen to this show and other...

Ep. 287: Bulletin #85: #ReleaseTheFanbros

30 min 9 sec

On this weeks Bulletin we address a tendency that has become way more common in nerd culture today the angry, entitled fan. We talk about the clamouring for the Snyder Cut of Justice League, the reaction to Charlies Angels, and the redesign of...

Ep. 288: Here Be Dragons

49 min 18 sec

Dinkar and Tejas enter the studio with nothing. Then suddenly...DRAGONS. This is an episode about our favourite dragons in no particular order. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any queries. You can...

Ep. 289: Bulletin #86 Godzilla v/s Delays

19 min 57 sec

Theres a Crisis headed to this Earth, and also one headed to the DC Television shows. So we discuss where we left The Flash, Supergirl, and the rest of the crew. And no discussion of DC is complete without more confusing DCEU news, but first, we...

Ep. 290: The Brotherhood of Assassins

50 min 56 sec

Tejas and special guest Vikas Munipalle discuss their favourite video game franchise Assassins Creed and how it has evolved into one of the most amazing immersive experiences of the medium. They try to ignore the film though. Follow...

Ep. 291: Bulletin #87: Saying Goodbye to Shlok

10 min 44 sec

This week Tejas and Jishnu bid adieu to Geek Fruits producer Shlok who is about to move on up to bigger and better things. Find out what managed to lure him away from the warm embrace of Geek Fruit podcast after all these months. Follow...

Ep. 292: Suns Out, Knives Out

53 min 18 sec

Jishnu and Tejas discuss Rian Johnsons new whodunnit genre piece Knives Out and then talk about whether directors make their best work between franchises. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any...

Ep. 293: Imagine Spider-Man & the End of Marvel TV

18 min 11 sec

Jishnu and Siddhanth Mehta Geek Fruits producer emeritus wax poetic on some Marvel news from this weeks Brazil ComicCon Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any queries. You can listen to this...

Ep. 294: Wake Up Sid, it's 2020 already

56 min 22 sec

Geek Fruits producer circa 2016ish Siddhant Mehta is back to join Jishnu for a special roundup of the greatest hits of 2019. Listen in for a speed run through the year in television, film and some news/not news for good measure Follow...

Ep. 295: Bulletin #89: The Year in the Year in Geek Fruit

44 min 45 sec

Tejas and Dinkar sit down to take a look back... at the episode from earlier this week, where Jishnu and Siddhant discussed some important moments in 2019. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any...

Ep. 296: Foresight Is 2020

51 min 28 sec

Tejas and Jishnu just watched Rise Of Skywalker. But they cant talk about it right now and need time to let their hearts catch up with their heads. Meanwhile, heres an episode of what to look out for in 2020. Jishnu is tired already. Follow...

Ep. 297: Bulletin #90: Nolan on the Horizon

11 min 9 sec

Bulletin 90: Nolan On The Horizon T and D discuss the teaser trailer for Tenet and uncover several layers of meaning behind the title. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any queries. You can listen to...

Ep. 298: TROS: The Fruit Speaks!

1 hr 7 min 21 sec

The boys are back in town for a spoilerific postmortem of the conclusion to the Skywalker saga. Its a lot. What more do you want Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any queries. You can listen to...

Ep. 299: One Step up, Two Steps back

39 min 17 sec

On this weeks bulletin Tejas and Dinkar get nostalgic big time. Tamagotchis, classic video games, ipods, and the noughties in hindsight, they discuss it all. Follow usGeekFruitHQon Facebook, Instagram, Twitter andfor any...

Ep. 300: We Watches The Watchmen

1 hr 11 min 15 sec

Even with a massive legacy to live up to, Damon Lindelofs Watchmen TV series manages to create something new that really understands the spirit of the original graphic novel. Tejas and Dinkar take apart the series and why it succeeds in a very...

Ep. 301 Bulletin #92: The Perfect Star Wars Viewing Order

21 min 59 sec

Were answering a question that has come up a lot of late. What is the best order in which to watch every Star Wars film We experiment with reordering the trilogies, inserting anthology films, briefly consider including TV shows, and consider the...

Ep. 302: Mandalorian

1 hr 5 min 15 sec

With one of the biggest series of the year having ended its first season, its time to talk about it Disneys hit show has been all the rage in the past few month, and Dinkar, Jishnu Tejas are dying to talk about it

Ep. 303 Bulletin #93: Your Bulletin Must Be In The Form Of News

13 min 19 sec

Tejas, Dinkar Jishnu are talking topical on the bulletin today. On the agenda, they have the news of Christian Bale being in Thor, Billie Lourd being in Star Wars and them having Alex Trebek in their hearts.

Ep. 304: Best of the 2010's

1 hr 10 min 25 sec

With the 2010s having come to an end, its time for our favourite geeks, Tejas, Jishnu Dinkar, to talk about their favourite, as well as leastliked movies, from the last 10 years. Which movies make it, which dont Only one way to find out

Ep. 305 Bulletin #94: Toss A Bulletin To Your Witcher

38 min 12 sec

Bulletin 94: Toss A Bulletin To Your WitcherTejas and special guests Antariksh and Alika discuss the ongoing Japanese Film Festival as well as Netflixs latest foray into fantasy, The Witcher.

Ep. 306: I Vant To Vatch Dracula

57 min 31 sec

The Dracula miniseries created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss returns to their beloved trope of two great minds sparring with each other. So theyre going to love this episode, where the great minds Jishnu and Dinkar discuss the fun and r

Ep. 307 Bulletin #95: Obi Wait

17 min 57 sec

On the news/notnews docket this week is the case of the Disney Star Wars series featuring ObiWan being put on hold. And some bonus speculation on Captain Marvel 2

Ep. 308: Dolittle Crises in 1917

56 min 5 sec

Much like the protagonists in Sam Mendess 1917, were navigating the tricky landscape of January releases this episode. Jishnu reports on Dolittle, while Tejas and Dinkar gi

Ep. 309 Bulletin #96: Getting To Know Antariksh (Better)

20 min 17 sec

The thrilling Bulletin episode where we learn the origin story of our acting producer Antariksh, featuring showbiz stories and indepth discussion of comedy gameshow podcasts.

Ep. 310: Back To The Franchise: Sam Raimi's Spider-Man

59 min 13 sec

Sam Raimis SpiderMan movies began an era of onscreen Spideys, and in many ways set the template for everything that followed. We take a look back at the films in the context of 2020, including our thoughts on the much criticised third installment.

Ep. 311: Mortal Kombat vs the World

17 min 49 sec

Jishnu, Dinkar and Tejas talk about video game adaptations as the new trailer for the animated adaptation of Mortal Kombat hits the internet.The Geeks are having a LIVE Back To The Franchise show on the 15th of Feb, 2020 in Mumbai. Theyre going to be

Ep. 312: The Geeks vs The Oscars

1 hr 8 min 58 sec

Tejas, Dinkar and Jishnu go down the Oscars nominations list, one movie at a time. Its a slog. Just like the Oscars.The Geeks are having a LIVE Back To The Franchise show on the 15th of Feb, 2020 in Mumbai. Theyre going to be talking about the

Ep. 313 Bulletin #97: Battinson Revealed

14 min 29 sec

Jishnu Tejas and Dinkar discuss the hotly anticipated Matt Reeves Batman adaptation and also the test footage released on Vimeo. But what will the ears look like All the important questions.

Ep. 314: Harley Quinn: Birds of Okay

55 min 53 sec

Birds of Prey gives Margot Robbies Harley Quinn a chance to break out on her own, away from the Joker and away from the general mess of the DCEU. But despite good performances and a decent plot, it was...okay. Tejas and Dinkar discuss w

Ep. 315: Bond, Billie Bond

19 min 19 sec

Harrison Ford doesnt care about anything. This isnt really news to anyone. And thats why we talk about it on this weeks Bulletin, our news/notnews show. We also talk about Billie Eilishs new Bond theme, and some other subjects in the nerd ether.

Ep. 316: Me, Myself and Carrey

1 hr 0 min 34 sec

Jim Carreys movies in the 90s defined their era comedically, and he went in to prove his chops as a dramatic actor too, in spite of a few missteps. We take a look back at his long and sometimes illustrious career with Jishnu, Dinkar and special guest An

Ep. 317: Bulletin #99: Bob's your CEO

11 min

Its time for your regular dose of news/notnews This week:Bob Iger ran Disney for over a decade and bought everything, but now its time for a new Bob.Jurassic World 3 title announcement. Why is not called Triassic

Ep. 318: Fruit Picks

31 min 10 sec

We talk an awful lot about movies here, so were switching things up this episode with recommendations from the other pop culture weve been following from YouTube channels to reality shows.

Ep. 319: Bulletin #100: Going Viral

16 min 57 sec

Covid19 has shut down most of the world, but were still going strong here at The Bullet, bringing you the news and not news of the day.

Ep. 320: One Word: Onward

32 min 46 sec

Pixars latest pulls off one of their classic moves taking a uniquely weird premise and making it incredibly relatable.

Ep. 321: Bulletin #101: Quick Bulletins

19 min 30 sec

What exactly is a Quibi Thats the question we delve into with this weeks Bulletin, where we discuss the quick bites streaming service Quibi, have a look at the shows on offer, and wonder whether the end times are upon us.

Ep. 322: OST: SFX

32 min 9 sec

In the third installment of our sometimesseries on movie sounds, we delve into the world of sound effects and talk about some iconic moments, while attempting to imitate them.

Ep. 323: The Time Traveler's Godzilla

32 min 56 sec

Its a strange time in the world, so were bringing you an episode we recorded at a simpler time, back in 1998. Yes, we recorded an episode in 1998. Just go with it.

Ep. 324: What A Cartoon Episode 9: DC Animation II

35 min 16 sec

Weve covered the amazing DC Animated Universe on a previous edition of our widely celebrated What A Cartoon series, but believe it or not, they went ahead and made more movies after that instead of resting on their laurels. So we catch up on Superman: Re

Ep. 325: Fruit Picks - Isolation Edition

46 min 49 sec

Being stuck at home has forced artists across the world to find new ways to create the things they always have, and in many cases inspired them to create new things entirely. We talk about some of our favorite things that have come out of this strang

Ep. 326: Back To The Franchise: Mortal Kombat

51 min 16 sec

Dinkar and Tejas look back at possibly the best video game adaptation of all time, but not for the reasons you might think. Does the 90s action film bicycle kick away the comptetion, and why is it so similar to the Matrix If you want to know, get

Ep. 327: OST: Musicals

43 min 4 sec

Jishnu and Tejas realize that they havent ever spoken about one of their favourite art forms of all time: Musical Theatre. In a latest addition to their highlyacclaimed sub series OST they speak about some of the genre and its possible resurrgence in

Ep. 328: Tintin and the Ten Thousand Thundering Typhoons

34 min 39 sec

Tintin was a huge part of our childhoods, and yet weve never gotten around to discussing it on the show.

Ep. 329: One Shot, One Kill

34 min 18 sec

Graphic novels are a great storytelling medium not just because of their use of visuals and text, but because they naturally lend themselves to experimentation and reinvention.

Ep. 330: Fruit Picks: Isolation Edition - Part 2

32 min 6 sec

Its time once again for Fruit Picks, where we talk about the general pop culture that weve been enjoying.

Ep. 331: Open Worlds of Video Games

30 min 17 sec

Jishnu, Tejas and Abhimanyu discuss the different open world games the three of them are currently playing, and talk about why openworld and sandbox games are uniquely special to play, and how they have improved over time.

Ep. 332: The Big Fat Panel Show Of The Year

40 min 9 sec

Comedian Kunal Rao joins us to talk about a classic television format the British panel TV show.

Ep. 333: Post Corona Nerd World

30 min 39 sec

Dinkar, Tejas and Jishnu do a round up of the state of pop culture in the age of corona. We look at the ongoing theatres versus streaming services wars. The first in what we hope wont be a recurring series for very much longer

Ep. 331: (Reupload) Open Worlds of Video Games

30 min 49 sec

Jishnu, Tejas and Abhimanyu discuss the different open world games the three of them are currently playing, and talk about why openworld and sandbox games are uniquely special to play, and how they have improved over time.

Ep. 334: Sid's Anime World

38 min 30 sec

Were joined once again by erstwile Geek Fruit producer and nerdfather Siddhant Mehta as he guides noobs Jishnu and Tejas through the Anime world and why its larger effect on the world of pop culture is just getting started.

Ep. 335: Space Force Coast To Coast

35 min 53 sec

Space Force arrives with a lot of expectations thanks to its creative team and timely subject matter, but it hasnt been garnering the best reviews.

Ep. 336: Fruit Picks: Vol. 3

37 min 14 sec

Dinkar and Tejas give you their freshest picks of the month. They discuss streaming services Mubi and HBO Max and whether they are worth checking out.

Ep. 337: Things We Grew Out Of

32 min 18 sec

Jishnu and Tejas are kids at heart and have a tough time letting go of things they love, and yet there are things that they look back on and go, Yep, were good Find out the very few things that they are okay with letting go in pop culture and the arts

Ep. 338: Geek Fruit Reviews The Geek Fruit Podcast

31 min 29 sec

Jishnu, Dinkar and Tejas make some important announcements regarding the shows future and look back on the history of the show and make some fan theories about their own show.

Ep. 339: Geek Fruit Reviews The Future

39 min 19 sec

In the penultimate episode of The Geek Fruit podcast, the boys take the time to quickly review all the major movies coming out in the next 3 years so that you guys are all set up during the shows impending absence sniff

Ep. 340: The Geek Fruit Epilogue

49 min 54 sec

Jishnu, Dinkar, Tejas, Ruchi and Abhimanyu bid farewell to their listeners by reading out fan mail one last time and reflect on the end of an era as they enter the hiatus.