Shane Plays Geek Talk
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 100
Frequency: Monthly
Rating: 4.1/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Male
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 2.7k subscribers
Instagram: 281 followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
shane@shaneplays.com
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Host
Shane Stacks - Host and geek fandom commentator covering tabletop games, role-playing games, video games, comics, science fiction, fantasy, film, television, and books. He is also a co-author of Dungeons and Desk...
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Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Bill Brackeen - Green Lantern Comics, The Lanterns Television Show, Comic-book History, Superhero Storytelling, And Adaptations
Matt Barton - Computer Role-playing Games, Massively Multiplayer Online Games, Tabletop Role-playing Games, Game Adaptations, Game Mods, And Classic Games
Bill Barsh - The 50th Anniversary Of Palace Of The Vampire Queen, Classic Dungeons & Dragons, Tabletop Role-playing Game Publishing, Retro Rulesets, And Adventure Design
Johnny Wood-Brooks - Independent Game Development, Retro Video Games, Game Engines, Multiplayer Implementation, Steam Publishing, And No One Left To Die
Stephen Clements - Frankenstein Films, Horror Cinema, Movie Criticism, And Genre Film History
Recent Topics
Episodes
Green Lantern & Lanterns TV Show - Episode 295 - 9/30/2026
October 01, 2026
Shane and fellow GL fan Bill Brackeen geek out on Green Lantern and the Lanterns TV show. Green Lantern trivia (Golden Age, Silver Age, and beyond). The two most well-known Green Lantern oaths and interesting variations. What is the real-life inspiration for the lantern concept? The many things a GL power ring can do besides make constructs. Thoughts on the Emerald Twilight arc (and some behind-the-scenes details). Remembering HEAT: Hal's Emerald Attack/Advancement Team. Guess who the Spectre...
CRPG / Video Game Gabfest With Matt Barton Of Matt Chat - Episode 294 - 8/31/2026
August 31, 2026
Professor Matt Barton of Matt Chat joins Shane for a gabfest on CRPGs and other things video gamey, plus a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT. EverQuest and World of Warcraft still have players. What is Mr. T's connection to WoW, and are fools involved? A cruise through player activity stats for various MMOs, plus which MMO has (or had) the highest player base. Playing tabletop RPGs on a virtual tabletop versus in person. Shane's weekly game group has a hard time finding multiplayer video games they all agree ...
Palace of the Vampire Queen: The First Ever D&D Module with Pacesetter Games - Episode 293 - 7/31/2026
August 01, 2026
Bill Barsh of Pacesetter Games holds forth on Pacesetter Games updates and the 50th Anniversary of Palace of the Vampire Queen, the first module ever published for Dungeons & Dragons. Palace of the Vampire Queen isn't just the first published D&D module; it's also the first published megadungeon. What are Pacesetter's plans for the 50th anniversary of Palace of the Vampire Queen? (hint: they're cool). Shane's inner 13-year-old asks the obligatory question that a 13-year-old would ask about th...
Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Shane Plays Geek Talk?
Shane Plays Geek Talk is hosted by Shane Stacks. Its publicly listed email is shane@shaneplays.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Shane Plays Geek Talk?
The publicly listed email for Shane Plays Geek Talk: shane@shaneplays.com.
How many listeners does Shane Plays Geek Talk have?
Podseeker estimates Shane Plays Geek Talk reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Shane Plays Geek Talk?
Shane Plays Geek Talk typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Direct experience in game development, tabletop publishing, comics, film, or related fandoms; academic or professional expertise is useful but not essential when the candidate has substantial subject knowledge. Common among recent guests: Published or developed games; Founded or operates a tabletop game publisher; Academic expertise in games or related subjects. Recent guests include Bill Brackeen, Matt Barton, and Bill Barsh.
How hard is it to get booked on Shane Plays Geek Talk?
Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.
What topics does Shane Plays Geek Talk cover?
Recent episodes cover Games, Geek Fandom, Tabletop Games, Gaming, and Comics. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
shane@shaneplays.com
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