395: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

Wednesday Addams is the breakout star of Charles Addams' comic-strip-turned-multi-media-juggernaut: THE ADDAMS FAMILY! This week on Geek History Lesson, we are getting creepy and cooky, mysterious and spooky in celebration of Wednesday season 2, part 2 on Netflix! Learn all about Wednesday's comic strip origins, how cute she was, and her evolution into the dark dive we love to watch today! Did you know the iconic dance isn't just a TikTok trend, but reaches all the way back to the 1964 series with ties to both Lord of the Rings AND Batman 66?For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Today, we podcast tall buildings in a in search of The Man of Steel's most unique and singular stories! From alternate versions of Clark Kent to explorations of Krypton to the Death and the Return we break down some of the most iconic tales of The Big Blue Boy Scout in these Superman-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 452: Superman Blue – Remember that time Superman turned ELECTRIC!?GHL 439: Death of Superman with Charlie Stickney – Study up on the biggest event in comic book history with White Ash creator, Charlie StickneyGHL 382: Superman's Ideal Version of Krypton with Jeremy Skinner – Discover what the hosts of Jason and Jeremy Jawing About Justice League believe Superman's perfect vision of his homeworld isIt's a bird! It's a plane! It's a podcast! Join us for this epic celebration of all things Superman!Follow Charlie Stickney on BlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/charliestickney.bsky.socialFollow Jeremy Skinner on Threads ► https://www.threads.com/@jlawesomestFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Today, we celebrate (for almost 6 hours!) our shared favorite character in all of comic book history: Robin! From the first Robin to the most recent we break down some of the most beloved Boy Wonders who have ever donned the pixie boots with some of our favorite legacy character-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 21: Nightwing – Explore the life time of the character who defined the Dynamic Duo, Dick GraysonGHL 65: Robin (Tim Drake) – Study up on the smartest Robin to ever deduce both Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson's alter-egosGHL 155: Red Hood (Jason Todd) – Discover the tragic history of the first Robin who died and came back a villainGHL 222: Robin (Damian Wayne) – Meet Bruce Wayne and Talia al Ghul's biological son, the scowly oneGHL 197: The Signal (Duke Thomas) – Follow the strange journey of the future Robin who never wasGHL 79: History of Robin - Live from NerdCon! – Jason & Ashley are joined live on stage by Omar Najam (writer Daredevil), and Mia Resella (creator Sam the Witch), for the ultimate Robin trivia gameSlide down the Batpole, jump onto the Redbird, and uncover in this epic celebration of all things Robin!Follow Mia Resella on Threads ► https://www.threads.com/@miaresellaFollow Omar Najam on BlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/omarnajam.bsky.socialFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Batman’s history is so legendary and he's had so many sidekicks we had to jump cut to the future! This week on Geek History Lesson, we’re diving into the future history of Batman Beyond -- a time when Terry McGinnis is under the cowl, Neo Gotham is darker than ever, Bruce Wayne has a new god, and we are introduced to some of the most unique and imaginative tales in DC television history.Additional research & writing by Diego Nunez - https://www.threads.com/@blackcrow521For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Today, in celebration of Fantastic Four's fourth cinematic debut season we tie the threads between The First Family, The Future Foundations, and some of their most iconic baddies with some of our favorite Baxter Building-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 75: Fantastic Four – Explore the science and the fiction behind Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Ben Grimm, and Johnny StormGHL 76: Fantastic Four Pt 2 – Study up on the greatest moments of Marvel Comics' First Family - including first steps!GHL 370: Silver Surfer – Discover the far out & trippy origins of Norrin RaddGHL 250: Doctor Doom – Follow the journey of the fifth member of The Fantastic Four on his descent into villanryGHL 77: Best FF – Jason & Ashley build their ultimate Fantastic Four line up with other members of the Marvel Comics UniverseSuit up in blue and white, jump into the Negative Zone, and enjoy in this epic celebration of all things Fantastic!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

This week YOU lead the Fantastic Four discussion! We answer your questions about everything Marvel's First Family from stories we love, tropes we want to retire, characters we want to see more of, and moments we never want to hear referenced ever again. Did your question make it to air? Listen to the full episode & find out!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

School may be out for the summer, but comic book always have havens for the strange and nerdy to find refuge in. On this week's episode we step into the hallowed halls of The Umbrella Academy, Kamar Taj, Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters, and Starfleet Academy to conclude which Universe offers the best education to a young superhero type. Did we miss your fave?For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Today, we celebrate (for almost 6 hours!) our shared favorite character in all of comic book history: Robin! From the first Robin to the most recent we break down some of the most beloved Boy Wonders who have ever donned the pixie boots with some of our favorite legacy character-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 21: Nightwing – Explore the life time of the character who defined the Dynamic Duo, Dick GraysonGHL 65: Robin (Tim Drake) – Study up on the smartest Robin to ever deduce both Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson's alter-egosGHL 155: Red Hood (Jason Todd) – Discover the tragic history of the first Robin who died and came back a villainGHL 222: Robin (Damian Wayne) – Meet Bruce Wayne and Talia al Ghul's biological son, the scowly oneGHL 197: The Signal (Duke Thomas) – Follow the strange journey of the future Robin who never wasGHL 79: History of Robin - Live from NerdCon! – Jason & Ashley are joined live on stage by Omar Najam (writer Daredevil), and Mia Resella (creator Sam the Witch), for the ultimate Robin trivia gameSlide down the Batpole, jump onto the Redbird, and uncover in this epic celebration of all things Robin!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

This week YOU lead the Superman discussion! We answer your questions about everything Superman from stories we love, tropes we want to retire, characters we want to see more of, and moments we never want to hear referenced ever again. Did your question make it to air? Listen to the full episode & find out!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Today, in celebration of the comic book series Absolute Flash, which is jumping off shelves worldwide, we've entered the Speed Force to summon the assistance of The Flash Family from some of our favorite Flash-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 228: The Flash (Barry Allen) with Stephen Schleicher – Explore the science fiction origins of investigator Barry Allen, who redefined the role of The Flash.GHL 462: Iris West (The Flash) – Study up on the smartest woman in Central City and discover what led to her romance with Barry AllenGHL 146: Kid Flash (Wally West) – Discover the boy who grew up loving The Flash then perfected what it meant to be The FlashGHL 365: Impulse (Bart Allen) – Follow the journey of the slack speedster who became The Flash and died to save the worldSuit up in red and gold and time travel your way through this epic celebration of the Flash Family! (Additional research and writing by Meredith Harris)Follow Stephen Schleicher on Threads ► https://www.threads.com/@majorspoilersFollow Meredith Harris on Threads ► https://www.threads.com/@meredithharrisFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!