Celebrating Spider-Man Day, the Legality of Fan Art, and Best of 2025 So Far

In this Geek Freaks episode, we celebrate Spiderman Day by discussing the live-action Spider-Man films, Tom Holland's new suit, and the ongoing shoot in Glasgow. The conversation then shifts to the future of the Hulk storyline in the MCU, speculation on God of War and Wolfenstein TV adaptations, and the potential for a Star Trek “Year One” series. We dive into the legality of fan art after recent Pokémon TCG drama, and our hosts share their picks for the best movies, games, comics, and TV shows so far in 2025. Tune in for an engaging discussion that blends nostalgia with fresh perspectives, complete with listener recommendations and a sneak preview of what’s coming next.

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Timestamped Topics

Time	Topic
00:00:00–00:00:21	Introduction: Celebrating Spiderman Day and upcoming topics
00:01:37–00:02:44	Live-action Spider-Man rankings; Tobey Maguire vs. Tom Holland vs. Andrew Garfield
00:04:45–00:07:31	Behind the scenes of Spider-Man filming: New suit, Tony Stark tech, and potential nostalgic callbacks
00:07:31–00:12:17	Hulk’s role in the upcoming Spider-Man film and possible MCU storylines
00:15:17–00:19:09	Amazon’s God of War adaptation: Norse mythology focus and game-to-TV transition
00:21:37–00:22:23	Wolfenstein TV series speculation and Amazon’s track record after Fallout
00:23:32–00:31:07	Star Trek “Year One” concept and the future of Strange New Worlds
00:31:07–00:39:28	Mid-show break: Listener poll results, favorite live-action Spidey, and comic conventions
00:41:00–00:51:20	Best of 2025 so far: Movies, animated movies, video games, and comics
00:55:02–01:04:47	Legality of fan art: Pokémon TCG controversy and a deeper discussion on copyright
01:04:47–01:13:42	Recommendations: Hello Kitty’s “My Melody and Kuromi” series and the wholesome Dropout show “Game Changer”
01:13:42–end	Wrap up: Thanking listeners, inviting questions, and previewing the next episode

 

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Key Takeaways

• Live-Action Spider-Man Debate: Tobey Maguire remains a nostalgic favorite, but the hosts note that Tom Holland’s portrayal captures the youthful energy of the comics. Andrew Garfield’s films still deserve a watch for a fresh perspective.

• Spider-Man Day Preview: Filming for the new movie is underway in Glasgow and Pinewood Studios. The new suit seen in set photos may just be an early version; expect a Stark Tech upgrade later on.

• Hulk in the MCU: The show explores theories about bringing a “classic Hulk” back. If Bruce Banner loses control, it could set up a “Hulk vs. Punisher” scenario in the next Spider-Man film.

• God of War Adaptation: Amazon’s series is confirmed to draw on the 2018 Norse storyline. The hosts hope to see Kratos’ Greek mythology past referenced through flashbacks and deeper character development.

• Wolfenstein & Fallout Success: Wolfenstein could take a campy, bullet-heavy approach similar to Amazon’s Fallout. The show creators hope Amazon will continue its good run of game adaptations.

• Star Trek Year One: A “year one” approach could explore how the Enterprise crew originally formed. The hosts support revisiting nostalgia without rehashing the original 1960s series, as long as the focus remains on character building.

• Fan Art and Copyright: After a Pokémon TCG card was accused of copying fan art, the discussion highlights how fan art technically violates copyright and can’t be claimed if used without permission. Nintendo and Disney have strict policies, while Blizzard and Riot Games encourage fan creations.

• Best of 2025 (so far): The hosts rave about “Deadpool & Wolverine” and “Sinners” as standout films, with special love for “K-Pop Demon Hunters” and “Leo.” Games like “Death Stranding 2” and “Oblivion Remastered” shine, and comics such as “Sandman,” “Thing,” and “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow” capture the imagination.

• Wholesome Recommendations: From the adorable stop-motion Netflix series “My Melody & Kuromi” to the heartwarming “Game Changer” episode awarding $100,000, the show encourages viewers to find comfort in small joys.

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Quotes

• “It’s hard not to pick Tobey Maguire, but Tom Holland plays the outnumbered kid that’s right off the page.” – Frank

• “I always wanted a smart Hulk—but not a Hulk who refuses to smash.” – Squeaks

• “Amazon’s adaptations are killing it. Between Fallout and what’s in store for God of War, I think fans have a lot to look forward to.” – Frank

• “If we see Hulk, Punisher, and Spider-Man all fighting in the same film, something has to be out of control.” – Squeaks

• “Fandoms are passionate, but remember that fan art is technically derivative. It falls into a grey area unless the rights holder chooses to pursue it.” – Frank

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Links and Resources

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• Featured Shows & Games:

  • Game Changer on Dropout – Catch the “Who Wants to Be…” episode

  • My Melody & Kuromi on Netflix – Wholesome family viewing

  • Death Stranding 2 by Kojima Productions – Our Game of the Year pick

  • Sinners (film) – Directed by Ryan Coogler; an inspired mid-year hit

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