This Week in Geek | TIFF26 Is a Wrap! Our Festival Recap 09.21.2026

TIFF26 is officially a wrap! In this episode, Justin, Nate, and Darcy look back at Geekcentric’s second year covering the Toronto International Film Festival.We break down our favourite festival movies, our biggest surprises and disappointments, the films we wish we had seen, the TIFF26 award winners, and some of our favourite moments from another incredible year at the festival. We also reflect on what we learned from year two and what we’ll do differently when we return to TIFF.This is only the beginning! Stay tuned to The Geekcentric Podcast for more in-depth reviews of the movies we saw at TIFF26 throughout the rest of the year. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

This week, we’re going Behind The Geeks with Geoffrey Thorne, executive producer and showrunner of Batman: Caped Crusader. Justin sits down with Geoffrey to discuss creating a Batman series for an audience that has grown up with the character, reinventing some of Gotham’s most iconic villains, and finding new ways to approach characters with decades of history behind them. We also dive into Season 2’s unsettling take on The Joker and what excites him about the future of Batman: Caped Crusader.All episodes of Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2 are streaming now on Prime Video. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

This is our spoiler-free review for LEGO® Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Nate and Darcy break down their thoughts discussing its animation style, surprising cast, great Lego style humour, and how it serves as a fun, family-friendly recap of the Disney+ original series LEGO® Star Wars: The Mandalorian debuts on Disney+ on Wednesday, September 2. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

Today, Justin, Darcy and Nate recap their experience at Fan Expo Canada 2026 and ask whether this year’s convention lived up to expectations. They discuss the overcrowded show floor, the noticeable absence of major studio activations, and an expanded Artist Alley that often felt too congested to properly explore. Despite the disappointing floor experience, the convention still delivered some memorable panels. Justin shares highlights from X-Men: The Animated Series, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, and an unpredictable appearance from Mark Hamill. Darcy and Nate also discuss panels for KPop Demon Hunters, the upcoming film Stuntman with Jay Baruchel, and “Fellowship Reunited,” celebrating 25 years of The Lord of the Rings with Elijah Wood and Billy Boyd. It’s an honest conversation about the highs, the lows, and everything that shaped their weekend at Canada’s biggest celebration of fandom. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

Join us for a special edition of Behind The Geeks featuring Sarah Natochenny, the iconic voice of Ash Ketchum! Sarah sits down with Nate to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pokémon and reflect on her remarkable journey bringing one of animation’s most beloved heroes to life. She shares what playing Ash has meant to her, discusses the character’s enduring legacy, and recalls some of her favourite interactions with Pokémon fans at conventions around the world. Sarah Natochenny will be appearing at FAN EXPO Canada 2026 from Thursday, August 27 through Saturday, August 29. FAN EXPO Canada runs August 27–30, 2026. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

In this special Behind The Geeks episode, Justin sits down with Coyote vs. Acme stars Will Forte and Lana Condor to discuss the long-awaited film and its remarkable journey to the screen. They talk about whether the movie’s real-life history changed how they see its corporate satire, the surprises of acting opposite animated characters, and what audiences might see differently in Wile E. Coyote after finally hearing his side of the story. Will and Lana also reveal what they would ask ACME to build specifically for them—and whether they would trust it enough to use it.  Coyote vs. Acme crashes into theatres August 28, 2026—get your tickets and see it on the big screen! Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

This is our spoiler-free review for Coyote vs. Acme. Nate, Justin, and Darcy discuss the film’s live-action and animated style, the performances from Will Forte, Lana Condor, and John Cena, and the surprising emotional depth given to Wile E. Coyote. We also explore how the movie’s troubled journey to the screen adds another layer to its story about perseverance, corporate greed, and an underdog refusing to stay down. Coyote vs. Acme is in theatres August 28, 2026   Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

Disney unveiled the future of its movies, shows, games, theme parks and cruise line at D23—and we’re breaking it all down in one MASSIVE episode. Join Justin and his fellow Mouseketeers - Darcy and Nate - for a deep dive into Friday night’s Disney Entertainment Showcase, featuring announcements from Disney Animation, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and more. Then, we head from the screen into the parks for Saturday’s Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase, covering Villains Land, Tropical Americas, Monstropolis, Disneyland’s Tomorrowland, the return of Dreamfinder, Expedition Everest’s Yeti and everything else coming to Disney destinations around the world. Settle in and get ready for the ultimate D23 2026 recap! TRAILERS AND FIRST LOOKS The Bluey Movie — Teaserhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DcC8M70iElY/ Marvel Television’s VisionQuest — Official Trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AC70kDtcYU4 Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday — Special Lookhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JrbS8ZpTFQ Ahsoka Season 2 — Official Teaserhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKANY6B2L94 Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 3 — Teaserhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DcC6rSzDXrj/ Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

This is our spoiler-filled discussion of X-Men ’97 Season 2. Join Justin, Nate, and Darcy as we break down the entire season, covering what worked, what didn’t, our favourite moments, the evolution of Apocalypse, and some of the biggest finale reveals. We also dive into what's next and where the story could be heading in Season 3. All episodes of X-Men ’97 Season 2 are streaming now on Disney+. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

This is our spoiler-filled review for House of the Dragon Season 3! Join Nate and Darcy as they break down the season’s highs and lows, including its biggest battles, pivotal character arcs, key moments, and deviations from the source material. They also dive into the season finale, the deeper lore behind the story, and what it could all mean for the future of the series. All episodes of House of the Dragon Season 3 are streaming now on CraveTV in Canada. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats