Geek History Lesson

Augustus Freeman IV is one of the few comic book characters who can claim icon status. As one of the inaugural titles of the groundbreaking Milestone Comics imprint in 1993, Icon charted new territory in its bold and unique storytelling. This Dakotaverse / DC Comics Universe Character is more important than any other Superman archetype and we’re here to tell you why! Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez - https://twitter.com/Blackcrow521Check out the finale of Jason's comic series - SUPER BEST FRIEND!All three issues available here► https://www.superbestfriendcomic.comFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://et

Time to reveal the history and adventures of Superman in the Dark Age! Prepare for the Man of Steel to be completely rebooted from the his red boots to his spit curl! Afterwards, he will die, be reborn, grow long hair, and turn into an electric blue battery! The 1990's history of Superman is weird, and we're about to reveal it all!Check out the finale of Jason's comic series - SUPER BEST FRIEND!All three issues available here► https://www.superbestfriendcomic.comFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Fol

To celebrate our upcoming release of Superman's Dark Age History in Comics, we've created this MEGA EPISODE of Superman's Golden Age, Silver Age and Bronze Age History from past episodes. So prepare to get rebooted a few times and fly up, up and away!(Originally aired 4/2016, 4/2018 & 3/2021)Check out the finale of Jason's comic series - SUPER BEST FRIEND!All three issues available here► https://www.superbestfriendcomic.comFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl

Batman's comic book history is so big that we had to divide into multiple episodes! Welcome to the 1970s, where Batman finds the Joker fish and gets a new girlfriend! The Bronze Age of Comics has begun! Plus Special Guest John Siuntres of the Word Balloon Podcast joins the pod! http://wordballoon.blogspot.com/Check out the finale of Jason's comic series - SUPER BEST FRIEND!All three issues available here► https://www.superbestfriendcomic.comFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://t

To celebrate our upcoming release of Batman's Bronze Age History in Comics, we've created this MEGA EPISODE of Batman's Golden Age and Silver Age History from past episodes. So turbines to speed and atomic batteries to full as we take a look at Batman's FULL HISTORY from 1938 to 1970!(Originally aired 3/2016 & 9/2021)Check out the finale of Jason's comic series - SUPER BEST FRIEND!All three issues available here► https://www.superbestfriendcomic.comFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason

A GHL BONUS EPISODE! Listen to an episode of the Jason & Jeremy Jawing About Justice League Podcast! JASON and JEREMY enter SEASON 2 of Justice League, debate Darkseid's parenting skills and special guest Ashley V. Robinson (https://twitter.com/AshleyVRobinson) who outshines both their hosting skills.Follow Jeremy: https://twitter.com/JLAwesomeFollow Jason: https://twitter.com/JawiinEmail us at jasonandjeremypod@gmail.comTheme Music Credits --Composer: Evan RobinsonMixed by David HaugExecutive Producer: K PhillipsFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashle

Recorded LIVE at MCM London 2021! Jordanne Dunn of The Books to Last Podcast joins Ashley to discuss the best Geek Prose Books that you should add to your book shelf! Read some books without pictures my friends!Follow Jordanne: https://twitter.com/jordannedunnListen to The Books to Last Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/books-to-last-podcast/id1548534286For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/Jawiin or https://www.jasoninman.com/Thanks for showing up to cla

Time for the Mind University to give our thoughts on the year that was 2021! What are Jason and Ashley's choices for the Best Movies, TV, and comics? SPOILER WARNING for 2021 movies and shows.For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/Jawiin or https://www.jasoninman.com/Thanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Doctor Strange and Clea, the new sorcerer supreme, hijack our podcast to fix the magical recession and kidnap one of the most famous men in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus, Tex Willerman and Kurt Wagner debut their new podcast. And special guest Omar Najam joins us too! https://twitter.com/OmarNajam Happy Holidays ya'll!GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/Jawiin or https://www.jasoninman.com/Thanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

We’re discussing The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers for its 20th anniversary. The Two Towers is the second film in director Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy, based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasy epic. It was released on December 18 2002. Frodo (Elijah Wood) and Sam (Sean Astin) form an uneasy alliance with Gollum (Andy Serkis) on their journey to destroy the Ring in the sequel to The Fellowship of the Ring. Special guest and GHL Research assistant Diego Nunez joins us for this episode.Follow Diego on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blackcrow521 Check out his amazing video essays: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOZTyuTJBDq1sfHZ7qK8xqg For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http:/

The Muppet characters, not Batman, tell their version of the classic tale of an old and bitter miser's, not Max Schreck, redemption on Christmas Eve. A retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, not the Penguin, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways during night-time visitations by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and future and not Catwoman. Special Guest Film Critic William Bibbiani joins the pod this week - https://twitter.com/WilliamBibbiani For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https:

Nananana… Mup-pets! Jason and Ashley celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the best Christmas Movie ever made! The monstrous Scrooge, who lives in the sewers beneath London, joins up with wicked shock-headed businessman The Ghost of Christmas Past to topple Kermit the Frog once and for all. But when Ghost's timid assistant, Rizzo, finds out, and The Ghost tries to kill him, he is transformed into the sexy Rat Puppet. He teams up with Scrooge and The Ghost to destroy Kermit, but sparks fly unexpectedly when he confronts the Green Crusader. That's the synopsis of this movie, right?For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.m

In Superman #75, published on November 17, 1992, the unthinkable happened: Superman, the standard bearer for the comic book superhero, died. Obviously, in the world of comic books, he improved. But the “Death of Superman” brought him the most media attention he had received in years. We’re going to examine the event that changed comic books forever with special guest Charlie Stickney - https://twitter.com/CharlesStickney!Check out Charlie’s new comic THE GAME - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thegamecomic/the-game-1-3/ For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.c

The Dora Milaje, the Black Panther's loyal retinue, was introduced to Marvel fans in Captain America: Civil War. Since then, they have caught our attention. As John Walker learned most recently in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Wakandan warriors are badass. In this podcast, we'll reveal some of the Dora Milaje's tantalizing secrets, from their debut in the 1990s to their appearance in the upcoming Black Panther film Wakanda Forever.For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://twitt

Riri Williams is a gifted engineer who possesses a genius-level intellect. Her armor rivals Tony Stark's own advanced suit, and she has his digitized consciousness as an AI to guide and mentor her. Now, Ironheart will appear in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever before starring in her own show. In order to get a better idea of what Disney+ has instore for us, let's meet the genius teen. Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez - https://twitter.com/Blackcrow521For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/

In October 1992, the X-Men animated series premiered as part of the Fox Kids programming block, and an entire new generation became fans of the mutant superhero team. X-Men showrunner Eric Lewald and series writer Julia Lewald join us to celebrate three decades’ worth of the series and reveal which mutant was their favorite to write. Was it Wolverine, Rogue or Beast? Listen to find out!Follow Eric & Julia: https://twitter.com/xmentasPick up X-Men: The Art and Making of The Animated Series: https://amzn.to/3SL8g69Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/Jawiin

Our friends at the ONLY STUPID ANSWERS podcast, DJ Wooldridge & Roxy Striar, stop by to give us a full BLACK ADAM review (with and without spoilers!) NOTE: This episode contains explicit language.Listen to more Only Stupid Answers - https://www.onlystupidanswers.com/For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl

RECAST: Learn all about the KING of Wakanda before Black Panther Wakanda Forever! We'll retell the origin of T'Challa before he arrives in his first solo movie, Black Panther. (Episode originally aired Feb 2018).For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Marvel Club join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/Jawiin or https://www.jasoninman.com/Thanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

What made Teth Adam, soon to be played by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in a major motion picture, go from a villain who appeared only once during the 1940s to one who changed the hierarchy of the DC Universe? Let’s dig deep into the history of Black Adam, Shazam’s greatest foe!Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez - https://twitter.com/Blackcrow521 Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/Jawiin or https://www.jasoninman.com/Thanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

It’s Fate. Doctor Fate. A classic character from the Golden Age of Comics is making his way into the modern DC Extended Universe in The Rock's upcoming Black Adam. In his form-fitting blue bodysuit and flowing yellow cape, this founding member of the Justice Society of America is instantly recognizable. But who is Kent Nelson, a.k.a. Doctor Fate? Meet the character Pierce Brosnan will be portraying alongside Dwayne Johnson in the film.Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez - https://twitter.com/Blackcrow521 Join the Geek History Lesson Patreon► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► http://geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonTwitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://etsy.me/3QEVtBl You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/Jawiin