Be Our Geek

Because everybody's a geek about something! Join Miss Shannan (myTalk 107.1 radio) and Jatin Setia (Twin Cities Film Fest) as they discuss movies, TV, music, and pop culture from the geek perspective. Plus, a special guest each week shares what has them "geeking out." You're not just a geek; you're our geek!

TV & Film
Society & Culture
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Ep. 20: Actor, Director, Rapper Dante Pirtle at...
Here's an abbreviated “Be Our Geek,” as Miss Shannan and Jatin hit the road for the 2019 Twin Cities Actors Expo. Great timing for our guest Geek, Dante Pirtle, Actor, Director, Rapper and all around great guy. Hear his true life tales...
24 min
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Ep. 19: Umbrella Academy, Streaming Services an...
Jatin and Miss Shannan take you to “The Umbrella Academy.” And our guest Geek, Steve Brown from “Nothing But Hemp” takes us through the business of CDB. Since even Martha Stewart is into it, we figure it must be “a good thing.”
54 min
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Ep. 18: Oscars Response, Howard the Duck Reviva...
Miss Shannan and Jatin give their Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down on this year’s Oscar winners. What’s Lea Thompson’s take on the new Hulu “Howard the Duck” series? Jatin has the scoop, right from Lea. Plus, we take suggestions on what shows...
50 min
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Ep. 17: More Oddities in the DCEU and Our Cool ...
How did we get here? Jatin and Miss Shannan ponder the state of the DC Extended Universe and how Batman and Superman have become side characters. Then they brainstorm some ideas to get the Oscars broadcast back on track. Listen in and...
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Ep. 16: The Batman, Suicide Squad and Ring Gene...
We recently got some news on the future of the DC Cinematic Universe. Are things looking up or down for the DCEU? Miss Shannan is joined by Guest GEEKS, Jake “Stubby J” Beaver and Matty Atlantic from the “Ring General Radio” podcast. Listen...
63 min
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Ep. 15: Geek Films, Oscars and Acting with Bill...
Do we think Black Panther will grab an Oscar this year? Get our take on the Oscar Nominations before they officially come out. And get some valuable and fun insights from our guest GEEK, Actor and Acting Instructor, Bill Cooper. Check...
67 min
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Ep. 14: Console Room 2019 recap with Christophe...
Be Our Geek starts off Season Two with our first broadcast from “Console Room 2019” the Twin Cities fan run Doctor Who convention. We’re joined by “Console Room” vets and friends of the show Christopher Jones and Taylor Cisco. And, were...
44 min
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Ep. 13: Enter the Spider-Verse and Celebrate th...
Get your “Life Day” decorations out for this episode, where Jatin and Miss Shannan are joined by guest Geek, Christopher Grap from the Mall of America. Miss Shannan gives her spoiler-free review of “Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse.” And...
49 min
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Ep. 12: Get Your Foodie and Game of Thrones Fil...
Listen in to this delicious edition where Jatin and Miss Shannan are joined by guest Geek, Stephanie Hansen. We cover Game of Thrones, Stephanie’s successful “foodie” radio show, "Weekly Dish" and learn about her podcast, “Makers...
63 min
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Ep. 11: Tales of David Arquette, Stan Lee and T...
Miss Shannan and Jatin share their personal stories about David Arquette and Stan Lee. Then guest GEEK, Tina Rexing tells us how she went from spreadsheet geek to award winning baker and owner of T-Rex Cookies. It’s a sweet episode of Be...
55 min
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Ep. 10: Fan Out About Fantastic Beasts and Lear...
Jatin and Miss Shannan discuss their hope and dreams for the new "Fantastic Beasts" flick. Then guest GEEK, Eugenia Jenson reads Jatin's future through her tarot like "Wine Fate" cards. Get mystical with Be Our Geek...
48 min
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Ep. 9: Tom Arnold Talks "Saving Flora" and "The...
Check out all the happenings midway through the 2018 Twin Cities Film Fest. Then hear our Guest Geek, Actor and Comedian Tom Arnold tell us about his new movie "Saving Flora," his new series "The Hunt for the Trump Tapes."...
48 min
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Ep. 8: Mister Cisco Does it All
Get Miss Shannan’s review of "Venom. Hear how Jatin survived his "48 Hour Eyes Wide Open" event. Plus Guest Geek, Author, Trivia Host and Country Music Singer, Taylor Cisco joins us with his take on "problematic TV Shows."...
72 min
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Ep. 7: She Is One With The FORCE
Jatin is full on #TeamNoSleep as Be Our Geek broadcasts from the rooftop bar of the AC Marriott Hotel Minneapolis West End. He's on a mission to stay awake for 48 hours. So, Miss Shannan and guest Geek Ra'eesa Motala are...
52 min
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Ep. 6: A Dash of Venom
We get a brief recap of the Twin Cities Film Fest Preview Gala, including the awesome onsite interview with Steve Zahn as he received his "Lifetime Achievement Award." Then we give pre-film impressions of "Venom" and its...
61 min
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Ep. 5: She Blinded Me With Food Science
The Oscars have a new category and we're not all in on the idea. Plus, Miss Shannan and Jatin get a little closer to the food chain thanks to Food Scientist MJ Kinney. And, we'll see what our Guest Geek thinks of the 2018 Minnesota...
61 min
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Ep. 4: No Sleep Makes You Weak
Miss Shannan and Jatin take a look at all the goodness we’ve gotten from actor and comedian, Steve Zahn, as we prepare for his appearance at the 2018 Twin Cities Film Fest Preview Gala. Plus, our guest GEEK, Sleep Technologist Sarah Moe,...
52 min
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EP. 3: San Diego Comin-Con 2018 Recap
Miss Shannan is right back in the studio after her first trip to San Diego Comic-Con. She and Jatin recap some San Diego Comic-Con Highlights and discuss the Doctor Who and DC Comics announcements with Veteran Con Attendee and Comic Book...
12 min
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EP. 2: Who's A Good Donkey?
Miss Shannan and Jatin talk to Dean Edwards, Voice Actor and Comedian Dean Edwards. Laugh along with his tales of taking over the voice of Donkey from Shrek. And we'll share his Geeky love of Star Wars and all things animated.
58 min
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EP. 1: Remakes, Recasts and Reboots
It's all about the "redo" as Miss Shannan and Jatin discuss some interesting movie and TV second editions. Guest Geek, Jake "Stubby J" Beaver helps us sort the must sees and won't sees including, Transformers and...
44 min