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Release Date: 02/11/2025

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In this episode of Geek Freaks, Frank is joined by Jonathan and Thomas to break down all the biggest trailers from the Super Bowl and beyond! We’re talking about Fantastic Four, Thunderbolts, Jurassic World, Mission Impossible, and more. Which trailer stole the show? Which one left us wanting more? We debate it all! Plus, we wrap up with an incredible interview with Braxton Cosby, an acclaimed author and creator of The Young Hellions series. Braxton dives into world-building, dystopian storytelling, and how he’s blending novels and comics to tell epic stories. Don’t miss it!

Timestamps and Topics:

  • 00:00 - Introduction and Patreon Announcements

  • 00:07 - Super Bowl Recap: Game & Commercials Discussion

  • 00:54 - Fantastic Four Trailer: First Impressions and Theories

  • 06:22 - The Thing’s Design and Voice Debate

  • 10:42 - The Impact of Galactus in the MCU

  • 17:42 - Thunderbolts Trailer: A Darker Take on the MCU?

  • 19:59 - Breaking Down The Sentry's Power and Threat Level

  • 24:28 - Team Chemistry: Yelena, Red Guardian, and Bucky

  • 25:06 - How to Train Your Dragon Live-Action Adaptation

  • 26:26 - Lilo & Stitch Live-Action Movie: First Look at Stitch

  • 30:23 - The Importance of Authentic Hawaiian Representation

  • 32:35 - Jurassic World Returns: Is This The Movie to Revive the Franchise?

  • 37:10 - Mission Impossible Finale: Will This Truly Be The End?

  • 39:07 - Most Anticipated Movie Based on Trailers

  • 41:17 - Interview with Braxton Cosby: The Young Hellions Series and World-Building

  • 55:15 - Rapid Fire Questions with Braxton Cosby

  • 56:06 - Recommendations & Closing Thoughts

Key Takeaways:

  • Fantastic Four embraces a unique 60s sci-fi aesthetic, with strong world-building and an intriguing setup for Galactus.

  • Thunderbolts delivers a serious tone with a powerful villain in The Sentry, raising questions about how this team will survive.

  • Jurassic World shifts to a smaller, horror-inspired story set on an isolated island, bringing back classic suspense elements.

  • Braxton Cosby discusses The Young Hellions series, tackling themes of survival, identity, and resilience in a post-apocalyptic world.

  • The mix of novels and comics in Braxton’s work provides a fresh approach to storytelling.

Memorable Quotes:

  • “The Fantastic Four trailer has that perfect mix of nostalgia and innovation—this is the MCU’s best shot at doing them right.”

  • “Thunderbolts finally gave us stakes! Seeing The Sentry in action makes this a must-watch.”

  • “Jurassic World may be bringing it back to the basics, but that mysterious red-tinted dinosaur has me worried.”

  • Braxton Cosby: “I believe every book should be your best work—if you love it, others will too.”

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Apple Podcast Tags: Fantastic Four, Thunderbolts, Jurassic World, Mission Impossible, Marvel, MCU, Trailers, Movie Breakdown, Geek Culture, Superheroes, Sci-Fi, Dystopian Fiction, Author Interview, Comic Books, Lilo & Stitch, How to Train Your Dragon