GGR Pirate Radio really exemplifies the "pirate radio" mantra. We talk movies, video games, relationships, comics, TV, sports, music and everything else under the sun. The only format: there is no format. All are welcome to talk about the thinks they “geek out” over as long as you follow the only ru…
It went so well on “At The Diner” that Mike decided to invite some of the other podcasters from the GGR Pirate Radio Network! Mike is joined by Mariah Beachboard and BJ Robinson of “FedCon: Federation Conversations” and Ulysses E. Campbell of “The Fantastic Forum Podcast” as they share their favorite media from 2023.
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss their thoughts on "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania."
This celebration of The Sandman as comics and show includes an in-depth interview of Kyo Ra who played Rose Walker.
A special podcast episode featuring Mike Lunsford and James Rambo having a conversation that starts at censorship, decency, realism in dialog in movies and then pivots to fast food restaurants they both want to try!
And now, part 2 of our Stranger Things Season 4 discussion! Mike and Mariah are joined by "At The Diner" co-host and GGR editor James Rambo this time around. The trio discuss their feelings on the season but also delve into their own biggest fears and so much more! Give it a listen!
Our crew over at the “At The Diner” podcast has another great episode for you! Give them a subscribe, too! Mike, MC and Rambo discuss their confusion and frustration after the recent announcements the new WB CEO made for the company's future.
The "At The Diner" crew discusses their thoughts and feelings about season 3 of Amazon Prime's "The Boys."
Mike, MC and Rambo review Ms. Marvel and discuss how she fits into the MCU, what it means for future projects and more Marvel topics.
Mike, MC and Rambo are "At The Diner" to discuss the latest MCU big-screen release, Thor: Love and Thunder.
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss their thoughts and feelings on the first 4 episodes of Marvel's newest Disney+ series, "Ms. Marvel."
The “At The Diner” crew of Mike, MC and Rambo recap and review “Obi-Wan Kenobi.” They discuss what they liked about the series, how ridiculous a lot of the Be warned, they crew does discuss spoilers.
Can you believe that in the 7 years of podcasting, GGR has never discussed Stranger Things? Well, GGR editors Mike Lunsford and Mariah Beachboard rectify that! They go into great detail about their thoughts on the first part of Season 4
Mike, MC and Rambo are joined by GGR contributor Mariah Beachboard to discuss the 3rd episode of the new Star Wars Disney Plus series "Obi-Wan Kenobi."
Mike, MC, and Rambo are joined by GGR contributor Mariah Beachboard to discuss the Halo series on Paramount Plus.
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss the premiere episodes of Disney Plus' new Star Wars series "Obi-Wan."
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss their thoughts and feelings about the recent Disney Plus movie "Chip n Dale: Rescue Rangers." They also discuss other cartoons they've seen that have impressed them.
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss their thoughts and opinions on Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss the Moon Knight finale, the series as a whole and how it may connect to other MCU properties
Trek Talk Episode 2 Host Mariah happily chats with BJ and Mike about Star Trek: Discovery Season 4 - specifically Disco's excellent inclusion of LGBTQIA+, Star Trek Horror, how not to be an asshole, and how to evangelize non-trekkies! (Spoilers abound.)
Trek Talk Episode 2 Cold Open Mariah, BJ, and Mike share opinion about the last season of Picard since Mariah FINALLY watched the last episode. Kudos to friends who don't spoil Star Trek! (Btw, this podcast contains spoilers.)
A special GGR Pirate Radio presentation: GGR Trek Talk! Host Mariah Beachboard and panelists Mike Lunsford and William “BJ” Robinson discuss their love of Star Trek. In particular, the trio go in depth about the importance of representation, positive female role models and the inclusion of people of color and LGBTQIA actors and characters.
The Great Geek Refuge presents: The Hitchhiker by Lucille Fletcher, adapted by Mariah Beachboard, James Rambo, and Mike Lunsford. Produced, Directed, and Edited by Mariah Beachboard Featuring the vocal talents of: Mike Lunsford as Ronald Adams Haizle Williams as Mrs. Adams Michael Burke, Joseph Kaitschuck, and Carl Bonebright as the many voices of the Hitchhiker James Rambo as the Attendant Jordan Lee Cloud as the waitress Casey Caracciolo as the Storekeeper Dorlainedenwen as the Female Hitchhiker And Tina Leach as Mrs. Whinney Sound effects by Tina Leach, Mike Lunsford, Mariah Beachboard, and the many many creative geniuses at FreeSound. As for music, you heard “Forlorn Nature” by GrimhirCountdown by Aries BeatsMy Sad Old Heart by the 126ersMoonshine Town by JR Tundra and Local Forecast - Elevator by Kevin MacLeod promoted by Mr. Snooze and used under Creative Commons 3.0 license. Special thanks to Troublexex for studio space. This playcast was edited and produced on Audacity. Thank you for listening to the Great Geek Refuge’s playcast The Hitchhiker. Stay tuned to the very endfor a special treat.
Things…they are a changin’. Follow the GGR Pirate Radio podcast at it’s new home: “At The Diner.” Links below for At The Diner. Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-the-diner/id1540520471 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qzMnbEg6BZdlOugLAWWf2?si=pv2sq4A2TL2oa9A1tlY7yA
The Great Geek Refuge presents, our first radio play-cast: A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, adapted for current times by Mike Lunsford and Benjamin Shapiro. Directed by Mike Lunsford
New podcast is same as the old one, except this one has a sweet new logo! Mike, MC, and Rambo use the Random Question Generator and then discuss “What We’re Watching/Playing”
Mike, MC and Rambo go 90s nostalgia and play a game of “Would You Rather..”
Mike, MC, and Rambo delve into the changes at GGR Pirate Radio and why
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo discuss the various Spider-Folk that exist in the Spider-Verse and delve into their favorites.
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo have another installment of Geek 101, an introductory level conversation about iconic characters and franchises. This time they delve into one of the most iconic television and movie franchises of all time: Star Trek.
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss Netflix's new hit, Cobra Kai and delve into its source material, the Karate Kid film franchise.
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss their thoughts on season 2 of "The Boys" on Amazon Prime. Be warned, there are spoilers in this episode!
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss social media apps, being old, YouTube, its subscription service, algorithms, doing their first video podcast, and previewing what they'll be discussing in the other episodes for the week.
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo talk about their unpopular opinions in regards to music.
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo kick the week’s podcasts off with a cold opening. They discuss Jon Hamm’s abilities, some Fantastic Four fan-casting, our new subscribers on Patreon and teasing the episodes for this week. They also pay tribute to Eddie Van Halen after his recent passing.
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo have a fun, unplanned conversation. It's a grab-bag of topics so prepare yourself as the crew talks food they can't stand, professions that they prefer has a cocky, self-sure representative, and so much more. Do you want access to this episode early, too? Make sure you sign up for our Patreon as well and you’ll get to listen to this early as well!
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo premiere a new segment: Geek 101, an introductory level conversation about iconic characters and franchises. They start with one of the most iconic superheroes of all time, the Man of Steel himself, Superman.
This cold open features Mike telling the crew about his upcoming “Christmas Carol” radio drama, discusses his Karate Kid binge and he, MC, Steve and Rambo discuss the movies and the Cobra Kai series. They also talk about the joy they get from sharing things with their friends.
Wanna know what "At The Diner" on GGR Pirate Radio is all about? Give this trailer a listen!
Mike recounts to Steve, MC, and Rambo the details of his Disney World trip and how this one was different because of the pandemic.
A conversation starter courtesy of Steve, the crew discuss what the 3rd place thing is when the top 2 are clear. For example, when it comes to space-based Science Fiction franchises, Star Wars and Star Trek are 1 and 2...but what's 3? Mike, Steve, MC, and Rambo discuss.
The GGR Pirate Radio crew returns from their break with an episode of the Geek Sheets. MC runs this week's Geek Sheets as he, Mike, Rambo, and Steve discuss The Mandalorian S2, the trailer for WandaVision, and new possibilities for the Flashpoint movie.
This was a Patreon early-access episode for our patrons. You can join, too! 5 bucks a month gets you early access to episodes just like this one! Join today! Mike, Rambo and MC discuss what they’re watching right now when it comes to movies and TV. Shows include: Assassination Classroom, Doctor Stone, Wings, New Girl, Seinfeld, Friends, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Friday Night Dinner, Cobra Kai, Lost in Space, America’s Test Kitchen, Cook’s Country, Star Trek: The Next Generation, the Sean William Scott hockey movie Goon and the Jordan Peele series Lovecraft Country.
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo delve into movies, video games, and albums that were stuck in varying levels of "development Hell."
Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo discuss the DC Fandome reveals of the James Gunn directed “Suicide Squad 2.” Only Rambo had seen the first one all the way through, can Gunn’s unique take and skillful direction turn this franchise around?
Mike, MC and Rambo pay tribute to Chadwick Boseman after his untimely passing.
Part 2 of our DC Fandome conversation. Mike, MC, Rambo and guest Raven Smith discuss the Wonder Woman 1984 trailer, some of the details about the villains, and where they think the story may go. They also discuss the tendency for people to not understand Batman or how the character works.
Mike, MC and Rambo are joined by special guest Raven Smith to talk about the reveals from DC Fandome…but they mostly gush over how good the Matt Reeves helmed “The Batman” trailer looked.
Mike, Steve, and MC discover when they did their Fantasy Band Draft and hear Rambo's picks. Plus, they set up the framework for 2 awesome playlists. Check our Facebook page for the Spotify playlists and feel free to add songs!
Mike, Steve, MC & Rambo preview their playlist creation in the next episode but also talk teenage celebrity crushes, the awesome albums of 1997, and Rambo tells a funny cooking mishap story.
Part 2 of our Star Wars Sequel Trilogy conversation. Mike, Steve and Rambo go more in-depth with changes they would have made to the sequel trilogy to make it more enjoyable/watchable and discuss some of the more ridiculous things said by fans who were disappointed with the films.
A Long Time Ago, In A Galaxy Far Far Away…Mike, Steve and Rambo discuss the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy in detail. What did they like, what did they dislike, what complaints did fans have that were valid, and what was ridiculous? They cover it all in this discussion. Make sure you tune in to part 2 of this Star Wars special, too!