<![CDATA[Geeks & Governance]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:54:22 GMTMon, 22 Sep 2025 04:51:14 GMT60Jordan Norris & Joe AguileraGeeks and Governance is a podcast created by lifelong best friends Jordan Norris and Joe Aguilera, who have spent years bonding over movies, video games, and TV shows. Each episode dives into the social and political themes hidden within the entertainment we all love, uncovering the deeper ideas and cultural connections that shape the stories we consume. Whether it’s superheroes, sci-fi epics, or beloved cult classics, Jordan and Joe break down how pop culture reflects—and sometimes challenges—the world around us. Geeks and Governance isn’t just about fandom; it’s about discovering the meaning behind the media and connecting with a community that craves thoughtful, fun, and passionate conversations about the intersection of entertainment and society.episodicJordan Norris & Joe Aguileragoofguild@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[Killing in the Name: Rage Against the DHS]]>This is a special episode we're excited to bring as we return from our break with our very first Music-centered topic. Rage Against the Machine released a song titled "Killing in the Name" on November 2, 1992. The song has been described as "a howling, expletive-driven tirade against the ills of American society" - and we think it's relevance and lasting effect on American counterculture is more than worth discussing.

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]]>8a4cfb73-f546-4492-90df-d91843f021c4Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:19:31 GMT<p>This is a special episode we're excited to bring as we return from our break with our very first Music-centered topic. Rage Against the Machine released a song titled "Killing in the Name" on November 2, 1992. The song has been described as "a howling, expletive-driven tirade against the ills of American society" - and we think it's relevance and lasting effect on American counterculture is more than worth discussing.</p><p></p><p>Send listener questions and episode suggestions to geeksandgovernance@gmail.com</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance</a></p><p></p><p>To advertise on the show, contact us!</p>yes01:16:12Killing in the Name: Rage Against the DHSfull<![CDATA[Gears of War]]>In November of 2006, Gears of War was released for the Xbox 360 and changed console gaming forever. This is a game very near and dear to our hearts for many reasons, so we're really excited to talk about this one and share what makes this game so special to us. Of course, we'll also be covering and expanding on the plot's explosive and powerful themes. Take cover and grab some ammo, as we explore the lore in Gears of War.

]]>a55a6c26-7421-4ee1-aae9-1da997d561cfSun, 14 Dec 2025 04:02:12 GMT<p>In November of 2006, Gears of War was released for the Xbox 360 and changed console gaming forever. This is a game very near and dear to our hearts for many reasons, so we're really excited to talk about this one and share what makes this game so special to us. Of course, we'll also be covering and expanding on the plot's explosive and powerful themes. Take cover and grab some ammo, as we explore the lore in Gears of War.</p>yes00:46:15Gears of Warfull<![CDATA[V for Vendetta]]>In this episode, Jordan and Joey dive into the dystopian world of V for Vendetta, exploring the film’s powerful themes and how they resonate in our modern world. From government surveillance and authoritarian control to propaganda, fear-based politics, and the spark of revolution, we break down the ideas that have kept this movie culturally relevant for nearly two decades.

We also look at how symbols, rebellion, and moral ambiguity shape both the film and real-world movements — and why this film continues to influence activism and political conversation today. This is a movie we’ve always known we wanted to cover, and we couldn’t wait any longer to share our thoughts with our listeners.

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]]>eebfc0fa-c768-4540-b3fe-f66e5b3626d5Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:14:44 GMT<p>In this episode, Jordan and Joey dive into the dystopian world of <i>V for Vendetta</i>, exploring the film’s powerful themes and how they resonate in our modern world. From government surveillance and authoritarian control to propaganda, fear-based politics, and the spark of revolution, we break down the ideas that have kept this movie culturally relevant for nearly two decades.</p><p>We also look at how symbols, rebellion, and moral ambiguity shape both the film and real-world movements — and why this film continues to influence activism and political conversation today. This is a movie we’ve always known we wanted to cover, and we couldn’t wait any longer to share our thoughts with our listeners.</p><p></p><p>Send listener questions and episode suggestions to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:geeksandgovernance@gmail.com" target="_blank">geeksandgovernance@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance</a></p><p></p><p>To advertise on the show, contact us!</p>yes01:43:39V for Vendettafull<![CDATA[Peacemaker: Season 2]]>In this episode of Geeks and Governance, Jordan and Joey return to the world of exploding helmets, questionable morality, and painfully honest character arcs as we dig into Peacemaker Season 2. With the fallout of Season 1 still hanging over Chris Smith, we break down the new conflicts, shifting alliances, and the deeply personal battles that drive the story forward.

This season swings even harder into its political commentary — tackling misinformation, cult mentality, government overreach, and what happens when a nation chooses comforting lies over uncomfortable truths. We explore how the show satirizes modern American politics while still delivering gut-punch character moments, violent absurdity, and that signature James Gunn heart.

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]]>305be181-f86e-4ce8-acde-fbefe7513ea5Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:45:00 GMT<p>In this episode of <i>Geeks and Governance</i>, Jordan and Joey return to the world of exploding helmets, questionable morality, and painfully honest character arcs as we dig into Peacemaker Season 2. With the fallout of Season 1 still hanging over Chris Smith, we break down the new conflicts, shifting alliances, and the deeply personal battles that drive the story forward.</p><p>This season swings even harder into its political commentary — tackling misinformation, cult mentality, government overreach, and what happens when a nation chooses comforting lies over uncomfortable truths. We explore how the show satirizes modern American politics while still delivering gut-punch character moments, violent absurdity, and that signature James Gunn heart.</p><p></p><p>Send listener questions and podcast suggestions to geeksandgovernance@gmail.com</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance</a></p><p></p><p>To advertise on the show, contact us!</p>yes01:41:47Peacemaker: Season 2full<![CDATA[Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory - Halloween Bonus]]>Our highly requested second Halloween special dives into the deceptively sweet nightmare of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971). This time, Jordan and Joey peel back the golden wrapper to reveal the film’s eerie underbelly — where greed leads to punishment, innocence is tested, and the world’s most whimsical factory feels just a bit sinister.

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]]>df7774a4-58f6-4515-aaf0-553b89f4c45aFri, 31 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>Our highly requested second Halloween special dives into the deceptively sweet nightmare of <i>Willy Wonka &amp; the Chocolate Factory (1971).</i> This time, Jordan and Joey peel back the golden wrapper to reveal the film’s eerie underbelly — where greed leads to punishment, innocence is tested, and the world’s most whimsical factory feels just a bit sinister.</p><p></p><p>Send listener questions and episode suggestions to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:geeksandgovernance@gmail.com" target="_blank"><b>geeksandgovernance@gmail.com</b></a></p><p><b>YouTube:</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance" target="_blank">youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance</a><br /><b>TikTok:</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance</a></p><p>To advertise on the show, contact us!</p>yes01:52:17Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory - Halloween Bonusfull<![CDATA[Shaun of the Dead - Halloween Special]]>Happy Halloween Geeks! This special spooky episode features the 2004 zombie comedy classic Shaun of the Dead. We’ll be exploring its unique blend of horror, humor, and surprisingly sharp social commentary — from everyday apathy to emotional growth in the face of the undead.

So grab a pint, lock the doors, and join us as we break down how Shaun of the Dead turned a zombie apocalypse into one of the most relatable comedies ever made.

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]]>66058ec1-7705-45bf-b714-55593e3aa18aWed, 29 Oct 2025 04:58:38 GMT<p>Happy Halloween Geeks! This special spooky episode features the 2004 zombie comedy classic <i>Shaun of the Dead.</i> We’ll be exploring its unique blend of horror, humor, and surprisingly sharp social commentary — from everyday apathy to emotional growth in the face of the undead.</p><p>So grab a pint, lock the doors, and join us as we break down how <i>Shaun of the Dead</i> turned a zombie apocalypse into one of the most relatable comedies ever made.</p><p></p><p>Send listener questions and podcast suggestions to geeksandgovernance@gmail.com</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance</a></p><p></p><p>To advertise on the show, contact us!</p>yes01:48:29Shaun of the Dead - Halloween Specialfull<![CDATA[Peacemaker: Season 1 - Catagories]]>In our excitement to record our first full-length podcast, we completely forgot to do our categories section! This is where we focus less on the commentary and themes within the media and really just have some fun with it. It’s our chance to kick back, throw out some ridiculous questions, debate wild hypotheticals, and just bounce ideas off each other without overthinking it.

We also want you to be part of it — send us your own category ideas, listener questions, or even full episode requests. The more creative and off-the-wall, the better. After all, this show is all about having fun with the stories we love and building a community that’s as geeky and passionate as we are.

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]]>a7244d7c-5dab-47ec-932a-9d0e44747e82Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:15:44 GMT<p>In our excitement to record our first full-length podcast, we completely forgot to do our categories section! This is where we focus less on the commentary and themes within the media and really just have some fun with it. It’s our chance to kick back, throw out some ridiculous questions, debate wild hypotheticals, and just bounce ideas off each other without overthinking it.</p><p>We also want <i>you</i> to be part of it — send us your own category ideas, listener questions, or even full episode requests. The more creative and off-the-wall, the better. After all, this show is all about having fun with the stories we love and building a community that’s as geeky and passionate as we are.</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Geeksandgovernance@gmail.com" target="_blank">Geeksandgovernance@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>To advertise on the show, contact us!</p>yes00:44:59Peacemaker: Season 1 - Catagoriesfull<![CDATA[Peacemaker: Season 1]]>In this debut episode of "Geeks and Governance," hosts Joe Aguilera and Jordan Norris discuss "Peacemaker" Season 1, exploring the unique storytelling style of James Gunn. They discuss the show's themes, character development, and the impact of superhero fatigue, while also sharing unique takes on the genre. Join them for an engaging conversation that blends entertainment with thoughtful commentary on societal issues and political tie-ins.

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]]>ccf38fd2-52b4-4726-8f9a-dcbf056dc479Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:57:28 GMT<p>In this debut episode of "Geeks and Governance," hosts Joe Aguilera and Jordan Norris discuss "Peacemaker" Season 1, exploring the unique storytelling style of James Gunn. They discuss the show's themes, character development, and the impact of superhero fatigue, while also sharing unique takes on the genre. Join them for an engaging conversation that blends entertainment with thoughtful commentary on societal issues and political tie-ins.</p><p></p><p>Send listener questions and podcast suggestions to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:geeksandgovernance@gmail.com" target="_blank">geeksandgovernance@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/@GeeksAndGovernance</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@geeksandgovernance</a></p><p></p><p>To advertise on the show, contact us!</p>no01:16:39Peacemaker: Season 1full<![CDATA[Welcome to Geeks and Governance!]]>In the very first official episode of Geeks and Governance, life-long best friends Jordan and Joey kick things off with a fun, laid-back introduction to the show. We talk about who we are, what inspired us to start this podcast, and what “Geeks and Governance” really means.

Our mission? To dive deep into our favorite movies, video games, and TV shows - not just for the stories and fandoms we love, but for the social and political themes woven into them. From moral dilemmas in epic adventures to real-world reflections in pop culture, we’ll explore how entertainment mirrors society - and maybe learn a little about ourselves along the way.

This short, 15-minute debut sets the stage for what’s to come: thoughtful conversations, a bit of geeky banter, and plenty of laughs.

]]>9cb4d2a7-69d0-4a76-b853-cd2881020661Sat, 11 Oct 2025 06:20:39 GMT<p>In the very first official episode of <i>Geeks and Governance</i>, life-long best friends Jordan and Joey kick things off with a fun, laid-back introduction to the show. We talk about who we are, what inspired us to start this podcast, and what “Geeks and Governance” really means.</p><p>Our mission? To dive deep into our favorite movies, video games, and TV shows - not just for the stories and fandoms we love, but for the social and political themes woven into them. From moral dilemmas in epic adventures to real-world reflections in pop culture, we’ll explore how entertainment mirrors society - and maybe learn a little about ourselves along the way.</p><p>This short, 15-minute debut sets the stage for what’s to come: thoughtful conversations, a bit of geeky banter, and plenty of laughs.</p>yes00:14:19Welcome to Geeks and Governance!full