Podcasts, Radio Shows, And YouTube Channels About Genre Fandom From Long Islanders

There are so many ways to share our love of movies, comics, books, games and everything else. Below we have listed some of the podcasts that cover geek culture across Long Island by Long Islanders.

Destinies – The Voice of Science Fiction

When & Where: Fridays at 11:30 pm on WUSB, 90.1 FM, the radio station of the State University of New York at Stony Brook

What: Hundreds of writers, artists, editors, actors, producers, directors, and musicians have appeared on the program since its debut in April 1983. Regular features include: the Destinies Audiobook Sampler, Soundtrack Spotlight, Graphic Detail, the Destinies Radio Theater, Patrick Thomas’ “Dear Cthuhlu,” poetry by Christina M. Rau, the Destinies Film Review Team, and convention updates and highlights, as well as host Dr. Howard Margolin’s interviews.

It Came From The Radio

When & Where: Every Sunday at 6pm (EST). Syndicated radio show broadcasting LIVE from the WGBB Studios (1240 AM with simulcast on 95.9FM in NY). Also airing on 88.1FM WARY (in Westchester County) every weekday night airing multiple times after 10pm (EST). Catch us online Wednesdays at 8am (EST) and 8pm (EST) on SCIFI.radio, Thursdays at 4pm (EST) on www.btdradio.com, Fridays at 6pm (EST) on Indievolt.com, Saturdays AND Sundays 9pm (EST) on www.crookedriverranchradio.com. Also subscribe on your favorite podcatcher.

What: Weekly entertainment show with a sci-fi/fantasy slant. Hosted by Sunburst Creator Mark Torres.

The Fandalorians: Teachers by Day, Nerds by Night

When & Where to listen: Available wherever you listen to podcasts

What: Throughout the day, Mr. Richardson, Mr. McDonald, and Mr. G educate America’s youth. By night, however, they debate and discuss anything in the world of entertainment, and pop culture. Join us every Monday for debates, banter, and fun on the #1 public school teacher pop culture podcast in the world, the Fandalorians: Teachers by Day, Nerds by Night.

Tats, Toons, & Toys

When & Where to listen: Check him out on YouTube!

What: YouTube channel dedicated to showcasing Tattoos, Cartoons, and Vintage Toy collecting from Large Anthony – Follow on Instagram @tatstoonsandtoys @tattoosbylarge

Cup O’ Comics

Where & When: Weekly on YouTube at @CupOComics

What: A channel about comic books. William Montolio puts out fresh content every week and works at Red Shirt Comics in Port Jefferson. Also follow him on IG.

Long Island Retro Gaming

Where & When: YouTube

What: Classic video gaming enthusiasts talking about retro gaming, which culminates in the Long Island Retro Gaming Expo. They talk about all things retro gaming: history, fixing old games, playing, and more.

Did we miss your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!

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