About Us

Geek Freaks

Geek Freaks is a podcast network where geeks unite to discuss the latest in geek culture. There are different shows on the Geek Freaks feed including Geek Freaks News, Level Up, Push to Talk, Trek Freaks, Pushing Buttons, and Sloop. Special events like announcement reactions and convention coverage are available as soon as possible. Geek Freaks has additional shows on the horizon for YouTube, Patreon, and your favorite podcast platform.

• Geek Freaks News goes over the big stories in comic books, video games, movies, and tv.
• Outlast Podcast covers every episode of CBS’ Survivor with a recap and analyst.
• Geek Freaks Interviews is an interview series with comic creators, game developers, and more.
• Challenge Accepted is a series of challenged episodes and movies that review both hits, duds, and the latest in the Geekdom. 
• Trek Freaks ventures through the Star Trek franchise, looking for creator Gene Roddenberry’s message.
• Level Up dives deep into classic and industry-changing games.
• Disney Moms Gone Wrong has Susan, Sarah, and Diana as they analyze every Disney movie and share their experiences as modern moms.
• From the Pages is our Patreon-exclusive series covering the origins of geekdom legends.

Frank Lourence – Host & Producer

Frank is the co-host of Geek Freaks, Challenge Accepted, Outlast Podcast; and the host of From the Pages. He loves podcasting because he gets to research his favorite things and share them with others.

In his free time, Frank plays video games while chatting with friends on Discord. He also likes binging Netflix and Hulu. He is an avid podcast listener, suggesting The Dollop, My Favorite Murder, and Small Beans.

• Favorites
  • Game – World of Warcraft
  • Comic – Flash, Flashpoint
  • Show – The Simpsons
  • Movie – Shawshank Redemption
  • Book – A Song of Ice and Fire

Eddie ‘Squeaks’ Martin – Host

Squeaks is a co-host on Geek Freaks. He is a father to Kairi (named after Kingdom Hearts) and husband to Sarah. He works as an airman for the US Air Force.

In his free time, Squeaks is either gaming on his PC or PlayStation or headed to Disneyland. He often reads comics and novels, making him a great source for suggestions.

• Favorites
  • Game – Kingdom Hearts
  • Comic – Spawn
  • Show – Attack on Titan
  • Movie -Romeo + Juliet by Baz Luhrann
  • Book – Harry Potter

Jonathan Lourence – Host

Jon is co-host of Geek Freaks and is the Geek Freaks’ Convention Reporter. He and his wife Susy just welcomed their new baby, Marko (named after the Saga comic).

You can find Jon at your local Comic or Video Game Conventions. He is also on top of the latest binge-worthy shows, usually bringing in a grade on the next big hit.

• Favorites
  • Game -Minecraft
  • Comic – Saga
  • Show – Star Trek Voyager
  • Movie – Ready Player One
  • Book – Ready Player Two

Daniel Amaral – Host

Daniel is the hardcore gamer and anime watcher of the group. He is on top of the eSports scene and the latest in gaming reveals. Making him vital to the Geek Freaks News show.

Daniel is usually playing Call of Duty or World of Warcraft with his friends. He also enjoys restoring his pickup during his downtime.

• Favorites
  • Game – Final Fantasy 10
  • Comic – Batman Beyond
  • Show – Naruto, Seinfeld
  • Movie – Rocky 4
  • Book – Island of the Blue Dolphin

Kyle Doelan – Host

Kyle co-hosts the revival of the Pushing Buttons Podcast. He recently got married during the early days of the pandemic. Kyle and his wife Emma enjoy everything geek-freaks alongside one another.

Kyle is a die-hard gamer with experience playing a multitude of games. A completionist at heart, Kyle doesn’t cease until he achieves every goal he sets his mind to.

• Favorites:
  • Game – Bloodborne
  • Comic – Watchmen
  • Show – Stargate SG-1
  • Movie – The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
  • Book – The Hobbit

Thomas Craig – Host / Marketing

Thomas is the co-host of The Joy Schtick Show & Challenge Accepted.  What started off as a pandemic hobby, podcasting has become a true passion.  He loves getting to talk to people about what they love in geek and pop culture.

Raised with the spirit of Aloha in Hawaii, he has carried this mindset with him both professionally and personally, leading him on a path to new adventures and opportunities. After graduating from the University of Hawaii, he moved to California to do marketing all over the US and various countries around the world.  This sparked a love for travel, which ultimately led to a career change as a commercial pilot.  Now in his free time, he spends the majority of his time reading comics, playing video games, and watching any TV shows and movies that pique his interest (Which is most of them lol).

• Favorites
  • Game – Super Smash Bros: Melee
  • Comic – Green Lantern, X-Men, Daredevil
  • Show – How I Met Your Mother/ Breaking Bad
  • Movie – Big Fish/ The Avengers
  • Book – Can’t Hurt Me

Kevin Conner – Host

Kevin is a lover of video games, science fiction, and discussion of both. Growing up with video games, he has a passion for retro-inspired games but will play the occasional AAA release.

In his spare time, Kevin likes to binge TV shows with his wife, play with his dog, and watch Twitch streams. Though loves to strongly express his opinions, Kevin is, at his core, an introvert that loves staying at home.

• Favorites:
  • Game – The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
  • Comic – Sin City
  • Show – Star Trek: Deep Space 9
  • Movie – Goodfellas
  • Book – Star Wars: Heir to the Empire

Tyler – Host

Tyler is the Co-host of the round 3 Fighting games podcast. He loves podcasting because he loves to discuss all types of games with friends and research fighting game pros and new games to play.

In his free time, Tyler likes to play any and all fighting games with friends or random people online. He also enjoys playing many other games such as Mario kart, Mario Party, and Tetris effect Connect. He likes to cook and play board/card games with his wife, friends, and family. He also watches competitive gaming such as smash brother, Tekken, and the ctwc.

• Favorites
  • Game- Smash brother
  • Comic- Spiderman
  • Show- Next level Chef
  • Movie- Remember the Titans, Coach Carter
  • Book- Trust your S.H.O.T. Meadowlark Lemon