Geek Girl Soup – Details, episodes & analysis

Susan and Cort dive into the Law & Order universe, connecting actors, episodes, and the wild web of Hollywood projects through their own version of Six Degrees of Separation. From surprise guest stars and missed casting opportunities to Netflix’s odd release models, and upcoming spinoffs, the Soup crew stir up plenty of TV and movie talk. Plus: recommendations you won’t want to miss, a little Beyond the Gates soapiness, and even some nostalgia for Melrose Place. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

This week, Susan, Cort, and Chris dive deep into the outrageous and brilliant return of South Park. From behind-the-scenes gossip to eye-popping sight gags, the gang breaks down the season 27 jaw-dropping premiere and why the show feels sharper than ever. They reminisce about their own history with South Park (including near run-ins with the creators), the lightning-fast six-day episode production cycle, and the unexpected revival of cultural relevancy that’s got millions tuning back in. It’s not all about South Park, though. We wander into other TV universes—Foundation, Smoke, Wednesday, the latest War of the Worlds, and even the questionable charm of sequels like Happy Gilmore 2 and Old Guard 2. Plus, a nostalgic detour into The Bionic Woman’s strangely dark finale. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Geek Girl Susan was in Los Angeles last week and finally got two of the Geek Guys together. So, this week, we present you with a Very Special carcast from LA! Susan and Chris visited the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and the La Brea Tar Pits. They joined Erik to help out with the 2024 Rose Parade float. Then they recorded this little episode for you from a bit of a noisy restaurant then from the car. We apologize for not delivering on our promised programming for this week, our Hanukkah episode. With Susan out of town and Kelly being sick, things went off the rails. But we’re sure you’ll be thrilled with this carcast! And Happy Hanukkah! Next week: Christmas with “Home for Christmas” (“Hjem til Jul”) and “I Hate Christmas” (“Odio il Natale”). Throw in “A Storm for Christmas” and “Over Christmas,” if you feel like it—all on Netflix. _________________________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

In the latest episode of Geek Girl Soup, we celebrate Susan and her birthday twin, Demi Moore. What’s your favorite movie starring Demi? Highlights: AppleTV’s new series Pluribus, Landman on Paramount, and Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

When Kelly’s on assignment, squirrels swarm the GGS environment. Susan and Cort take over this episode of Geek Girl Soup with Gary and his squirrel friends while Kelly is on assignment this week. The hosts dive into the latest entertainment news and have an extra-packed recommendations section before traveling Beyond the Gates for a super soapy discussion. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

What’s on your watchlist for Thanksgiving? Kelly’s back this week to discuss all the Thanksgiving things she, Susan, and Cort watched. Way fewer squirrels than Susan and Cort chased last week! We have lots of recommendations for y’all and chat about what we’re looking forward to watching at home and in the cinema this week. Happy Thanksgiving! We’re thankful for all y’all! ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Jump left. Step right. Let’s do the time warp one more time. What’s your favorite midnight movie? Susan, Kelly, and Cort jump back in time to talk about cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The girls catch up on the latest scandals happening Beyond The Gates and other news. We have lots of recommendations for y’all, and we chat about what we’re looking forward to watching at home and in the cinema this week. ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

You know Frosty and Rudolph and Santa and Buddy, the Whos and the Grinch and Charlie Brown’s Christmas. But do you recall, our most favorite Christmas movie of all? Yipee-kay-yay, Geeks! ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

Joanne is back for season 3 of Hjem til Jul/Home for Christmas on Netflix! We were not happy about getting a third season, but we ended up enjoying it nonetheless. How can you not like a sweet, Norwegian Christmas romance starring Ida Elise Broch? ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com

This episode of Geek Girl Soup kicks off 2026 with Susan, Kelly, and Cort catching up on their holidays before diving deep into pop culture, award season, and a nostalgic “Party Like It’s 1976” theme. The hosts discuss the Stranger Things finale experience, family stories, and recent film and TV recommendations, including standout award contenders and series like His & Hers, Adolescence, and Train Dreams, while also critiquing disappointments. They break down Critics Choice Awards highlights, industry news (including new legacy awards and Ted Lasso’s return), and what’s coming soon to streaming. The main conversation covers 1976 films such as Logan’s Run, Carrie, Rocky, and The Man Who Fell to Earth, exploring their themes, legacy, and cultural relevance today. The episode wraps with thoughtful commentary on representation and storytelling and a preview of the next episode’s theme celebrating squirrels. Where to watch 2026 Award-Nominees https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XHtH5xjZ7kspJ_-4owZqEjLdwIM3mTWkLBCpYX-Wyeo/edit?usp=drivesdk ___________ Original music by Garrett Thompson Follow us on social media: @GeekGirlSoup Email your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com