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Superman Filming, Fantastic Four Updates, Batman First Look, and AJ Locascio’s Gambit

Superman Filming, Fantastic Four Updates, Batman First Look, and AJ Locascio’s Gambit

FromGeek Freaks


Superman Filming, Fantastic Four Updates, Batman First Look, and AJ Locascio’s Gambit

FromGeek Freaks

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Length:
100 minutes
Released:
Jul 2, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode, Frank Lourence and Jonathan discuss the latest news in the geek world, including the ongoing filming of the new Superman movie in Cleveland and updates on the Fantastic Four set in the 1960s. The episode features an exclusive interview with AJ Locascio, the voice behind Gambit in X-Men '97 and Han Solo in the Lego Star Wars games. AJ shares his experiences voicing iconic characters, insights into his career, and what it’s like being a part of the X-Men universe. Timestamps and Topics: 00:00 Introduction and weekly roundup 00:14 Top 90s sequels and reboots discussion 03:30 Diego Luna and Rogue One characters in Andor Season 2 07:47 Superman filming updates and set photos 11:38 New Batman: Caped Crusader trailer and its nostalgic elements 14:01 Green Lantern series details and its True Detective-style approach 17:00 Marvel and DC universe discussions and the upcoming Fantastic Four movie set in the 1960s 20:34 Upcoming Godzilla and Kong movie and its MonsterVerse connection 23:00 Interview with AJ Locascio Key Takeaways: Superman Filming: The new Superman movie is being filmed in Cleveland, embracing its Americana roots and featuring practical effects over CGI. Fantastic Four: The movie will be set in the 1960s in an alternate universe, leading up to Secret Wars to unify the multiverse. AJ Locascio's Insights: AJ talks about his passion for Gambit, the unique challenges of voice acting for video games vs. animation, and his love for the characters he portrays. Green Lantern Series: The upcoming series will be in the style of True Detective, focusing on a deep investigation led by Jon Stewart and Hal Jordan. Memorable Quotes: AJ Locascio: “For me, I always jam. It’s always been my focus when I’d watch the show, but for other people to pick up on it, and for all the love, you know, Gambit love to come out has been wild.” Frank Lourence: “Superman is from Cleveland. This is actually where he was invented. So it's cool that this is kind of where they're bringing it back, you know, back to the origins.” Guest Bio: AJ Locascio is a talented voice actor known for his roles as Gambit in X-Men '97, Han Solo in the Lego Star Wars games, and Prince Lotor in Voltron. With a background in both animation and video games, AJ brings a unique perspective to his characters, making him a beloved figure in the voice acting community. Call to Action: Don't miss out on future episodes! Subscribe to the Geek Freaks podcast on your favorite platform, leave a review, and share this episode on social media using the hashtag #GeekFreaksPodcast. Follow us for more updates and behind-the-scenes content! Related Episodes: Interview with Frank Martin Review of Star Wars: The Acolyte Links and Resources: Geek Freaks Sources: https://geekfreakspodcast.com/ AJ Locascio's Website: https://www.ajlocascio.com/ AJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aj_locascio/ Spoops on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_spoops/ Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcast Twitter: https://x.com/geekfreakspod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/ Listener Questions: Got questions or topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes? Send them in to Geek Freaks and we might feature them in an upcoming show! TAGS Superman, Fantastic Four, AJ Locascio, X-Men '97, voice acting, Cleveland, Gambit, Marvel, DC, Green Lantern, Batman: Caped Crusader, Rogue One, Andor, Star Wars, The Acolyte, movies, TV shows, geek news, 90s reboots, comic book adaptations, interview, podcast, Geek Freaks, superhero films, animation, video games, AJ Locascio interview
Released:
Jul 2, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Geek Freaks is for all geek culture fans. Listen to the latest in Video Games, Movies, Comics, and TV on our show. Join our host, Frank , and a rotating panel of super fans for in-depth discussions and exclusive interviews. Stay updated on the latest in geek culture with our podcast. New episodes every week. Search for Geek Freaks on Apple, Spotify, or any other podcast app to subscribe and never miss an episode.