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The Zone’s Geek-out Podcast-0372: Shhhhhhhhh, tomato potato

webmeister Bud — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:40:35 +0000

Pol, Kirsten, and Bud talk about smartphone shortcomings and brilliant solutions, tax writeoffs and money being the root of all stupid, originals vs memberberries, and have a passionate discussion about Apple.

Bud’s Weekly Geek-out

05:27 – DualShot Recorder

Coming Soon

10:29 – Coyote vs. ACME (in theatres August 28)

15:55 – The Mandalorian and Grogu (in theatres May the 4̶t̶h̶ 22nd)

19:35 – Practical Magic 2 (in theatres September 11) (Zoner Mary)

20:59 – Street Fighter (in theatres October 16)

22:18 – Spaceballs: T̶h̶e̶ ̶S̶e̶a̶r̶c̶h̶ ̶F̶o̶r̶ ̶M̶o̶r̶e̶ ̶M̶o̶n̶e̶y̶ The New One (Amazon MGM movie, in theatres April 23, 2027)

related: Rick Moranis (and more) reveal

27:21 – Focker-In-Law (in theatres November 25)

28:15 – Super Troopers 3 (in theatres August 7)

30:42 – Ladies First (Netflix film, May 22)

31:41 – The Transporter, but make it organ donation: Runner (Alan Ritchson, Owen Wilson, in theatres September 11) (Zoner Mary)

33:41 – The Dog Stars (in theatres August 28)

35:30 – Insidious: Out of the Further (in theatres August 21)

38:35 – Evil Dead Burn (in theatres July 10)

42:03 – Hershey (in theatres November 26) (Zoner Mary)

46:01 – The Brink of War (in theatres August 14)

50:31 – Neglected (in theatres May 8) (Zoner Mary)

53:00 – The Magic Faraway Tree (August 21) (Zoner Mary)

54:39 – Star Trek: New movie confirmed at CinemaCon, they cancelled Starfleet Academy last month and are selling off the sets and props, but separately, they’re making THREE copies of a $165,000 USD TOS communicator wristwatch

Geek News Proper

57:56 – Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down

1:05:05 – The Onion says it has a deal to take over Alex Jones’ Infowars, plans to relaunch right-wing site as parody of itself

1:07:17 – Pedro Pascal in legal battle with Chilean spirit brand Pedro Piscal (Zoner Ewan)

Reviews and Recommendayshes

1:15:17 – NINE INCH NOIZE (Bud)

1:17:59 – Anaconda (Kirsten)

1:18:19 – Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (Kirsten)

1:19:35 – Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie (Kirsten)

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Bud’s Weekly Geek-out! 20260422 (672) – DualShot Recorder

webmeister Bud — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:17:47 +0000

Today on Bud’s #WeeklyGeekOut . . . a wildly popular and wildly useful new app that lets you shoot in portrait AND landscape at the same time! =) webmeister Bud

DualShot Recorder: iOS app ($10 CAD) • Android waitlist • official website/feature list • personal/business IG account •

Trust no other links!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/zOAM-tBSExU

The Zone’s Geek-out Podcast-0371: All of these people are so attractive. I’d like to see a movie with all them

webmeister Bud — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:41:22 +0000

Pol, Kirsten, and Bud chat about swinging, octopii, leaks, and the fact that Ian McKellen is old.

Bud’s Weekly Geek-out

01:59 – AI councillor

Coming Soon

06:18 – Mortal Kombat II (it’s-out-now-please-buy-tickets trailer)

07:37 – Coyote vs. Acme (teaser for the trailer, next week, in theatres August 28, article) (Zoner Ewan)

11:41 – Godzilla Minus Zero (in theatres November 6)

12:33 – The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (in theatres November 20)

16:29 – The Invite (Olivia Wilde, who also directed, Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton, in theatres June 26)

21:25 – Passenger (in theatres May 22)

24:01 – The Punisher: One Last Kill (Marvel special, Disney+, May 12)

26:01 – Remarkably Bright Creatures (Netflix film, May 8)

28:53 – The Boroughs (Netflix series, May 21)

31:10 – Entire Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender animated film leaked (October 9, only on Paramount Plus??!?)

34:33 – The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum sets cast: Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood officially return, with Jamie Dornan as Aragorn

44:18 – We don’t get to see it yet, but a teaser/trailer for Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil movie (as well as Practical Magic 2) was shown at CinemaCon in Las Vegas.

Reviews and Recommendayshes

45:08 – The Boys (Kirsten & Bud)

48:18 – Euphoria (Pol)

Extro!

54:09 – SNL UK

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Bud’s Weekly Geek-out! 20260415 (671) – AI councillor

webmeister Bud — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:22:11 +0000

Today on Bud’s #WeeklyGeekOut . . . local councillor deepfakes self to highlight ease of creation at the local political level. =) webmeister Bud

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Kidovate & LumberWorld with The Zone Rangers!

Josh Schneider — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:55:56 +0000

The Zone was down at Lumberworld with Kirsten James, celebrating Lumberworld’s 51 years in business. We had so much fun checking out all the cool BBQs, smokers, handyman tools, and more. The Scouts were also there doing a boat drive and kept us well fed with hamburgers and hot dogs!

The Zone Rangers got to head down to the Bay Centre to check out Kidovate. Kidovate is the largest young entrepreneurship event in Canada. All three floors of the Bay Centre were packed with kids, and they had everything from makeup bags to lamps to even handmade wood cutting boards—they definitely had something for everyone!The zone is down at the Uptown Cascadia on April 17th—come on by and say hi!Acera Insurance is an active community champion!

Every day their team celebrates diversity and creates an inclusive culture where everyone is welcomed and supported. They are an equal opportunity employer and proudly work with clients from all walks of life.

As an active community champion, Acera Insurance supports numerous national, provincial and regional organizations that empower individuals who are often unfairly marginalized. Find out more HERE.

The Zone’s Geek-out Podcast-0370: What if…Steamboat Willie, but guns?

webmeister Bud — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:23:10 +0000

Pol, Kirsten, Bud, and a special ghost chat robots, the Hulkster, The Studio, and then review and recommendaysh all the things!

Bud’s Weekly Geek-out

02:23 – Esquimalt Atom Smashers

Coming Soon

11:53 – Daredevil: Born Again (it’s-out-now-please-watch-it trailer, still atrocious fork CG)

13:49 – Hulk Hogan: Real American (Netflix documentary, April 22)

17:06 – CBS sets Late Show replacement: Comics Unleashed With Byron Allen (11:35p slot, May 22)

29:55 – Caravan Palace – Good Mouse (Mouse: P.I. for Hire, April 16 on Steam, Xbox, PS5, and Switch 2)

31:39 – Madonna to play herself in The Studio S2 (in production)

33:15 – Zach Shields set to pen Weapons prequel screenplay alongside Zach Cregger

36:01 – Steven Spielberg liked Weapons so much he no longer wants to make a horror movie

37:58 – Project Hail Mary IS coming to Victoria’s IMAX (soon!)

Reviews and Recommendayshes

42:12 – Project Hail Mary (Art)

53:12 – Daredevil: Born Again (Art)

58:08 – Super Mario Galaxy Movie (Pol)

1:05:50 – Maul: Shadow Lord (Kirsten)

1:06:43 – The Sopranos S2 (Kirsten)

Bud’s Weekly Geek-out followup

1:10:02 – Atom Smashers episode feedback

Reviews and Recommendayshes AGAIN

1:11:22 – Your Friends & Neighbo(u)rs S2 (Art)

1:15:04 – some final thoughts on Independence Day (1996)

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The Zone’s Top 21 Countdown April 6th – April 13th 2026

Jason Lamb — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:30:21 +0000

LW TW ARTIST TITLE
3 1 Metric Victim of Luck
1 2 Noah Kahan The Great Divide
4 3 The Black Keys You Got To Lose
2 4 Fionn I Put My Make Up On
6 5 Violet Grohl THUM
5 6 Wet Leg magnetout
8 7 Alice Merton Ignorance is Bliss
10 8 Arkells w/Portugal the Man Money
7 9 Allie X 7th Floor
11 10 Wolf Alice White Horses
9 11 sombr 12 to 12
13 12 The Sheepdogs Keep Out of the Storm
14 13 Holy F**** Evie
15 14 Djo Deleta Ya
16 15 Boy Golden Cowboy Dreams
17 16 Dominic Fike Babydoll
12 17 Bad Child High Ground
19 18 Turnstile Look Out For Me
18 19 Geese Cobra
21 20 The Darcys Good Time
* 21 Brigitte Calls Me Baby Slumber Party

Bud’s Weekly Geek-out! 20260408 (670) – Esquimalt Atom Smashers

webmeister Bud — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:24:59 +0000

Today on Bud’s #WeeklyGeekOut . . . the Esquimalt Atom Smashers are on their way to the world robotics championships, and need our help! =) webmeister Bud

What did the Zone Rangers get up to for Easter Long Weekend

Josh Schneider — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:00:05 +0000

The Zone hurried down to Dominion Brook Park for the Big Easter Egg Hunt, run by the Peninsula Celebrations Society. The event was amazing, with all the activities going on, including meeting the Easter Bunny, bouncing sky-high on huge bouncy castles, meeting Elsa and Anna, and of course, the big egg hunt it was a blast!

The Eves of Destruction Roller Derby Tournament was an absolute blast! This multi-day event was packed with loud, fast-paced, full-contact action that kept the energy high all weekend. From the intense matchups to the electric crowd atmosphere, there was never a dull moment.

The Zone will be heading down to the beloved Lumberworld on April 11th—we hope to see you there!

Acera Insurance is an active community champion!

As an active community champion, Acera Insurance supports numerous national, provincial and regional organizations that empower individuals who are often unfairly marginalized. Find out more HERE.

Listen to win The Zone’s Tank Tag

Tess Yee — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:00:11 +0000

Think you’ve got a sharp memory? Play The Zone’s Tank Tag! It’s kinda like regular tag, but for grownups, with less running, and with gas.

We’ll play Tank Tag weekdays during The Morning Zone (6:00–10:00 am), The Midday Zone (10:00 am–2:00 pm), and The Afternoon Zone (2:00–6:00 pm).

Call 250-475-0913 to play, then all’s you have to do to win is . . . remember the name of the previous contestant.

Dredge that up from the recesses of your memory, and you win $25 in gas! If not, we’ll keep going down the phone lines until we get a winner with a good memory.

Everything resets Monday morning, when we begin a new game tag.

On Monday, May the 4th (be with you), we’ll draw from all of our winners, and one lucky Zoner will be awarded the grand prize: $500 in gas!

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The Zone’s Geek-out Podcast-0372: Shhhhhhhhh, tomato potato

Past Geek-Outs

Bud’s Weekly Geek-out! 20260422 (672) – DualShot Recorder

The Zone’s Geek-out Podcast-0371: All of these people are so attractive. I’d like to see a movie with all them

Past Geek-Outs

Bud’s Weekly Geek-out! 20260415 (671) – AI councillor

Kidovate & LumberWorld with The Zone Rangers!

The Zone’s Geek-out Podcast-0370: What if…Steamboat Willie, but guns?

Past Geek-Outs

The Zone’s Top 21 Countdown April 6th – April 13th 2026

Bud’s Weekly Geek-out! 20260408 (670) – Esquimalt Atom Smashers

What did the Zone Rangers get up to for Easter Long Weekend

Listen to win The Zone’s Tank Tag