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The Paramount+ Max Merger & 3D Printer Surveillance

General Geek Episode 03.05.2026

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The Paramount+ Max Merger & 3D Printer Surveillance
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The landscape of Geekdom is shifting beneath our feet! In Episode 460, host Steve “Megatron” Phillips and TFG1Mike break down the massive industry-shaking news that HBO Max and Paramount+ are officially merging into a single streaming titan. We discuss what this means for your wallet and Paramount’s promise to let the HBO brand “operate with independence.”

We also dive into a serious local and national issue: Colorado’s proposed law that could force surveillance on 3D printers to regulate digital files. Is this a necessary safety measure, or are we officially living in a surveillance state? Plus, we cover SAG-AFTRA’s move to organize the booming video podcast industry, the Supreme Court’s major ruling on AI copyrights, and the bizarre news of a Funko-inspired cinematic universe in the works. From “Book Meets World” nostalgia to cleaning up messy news headlines regarding Tubi and Cartoon Network, we’ve got it all.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

  • Critical analysis of the Paramount+ and Max merger and its impact on subscribers.
  • A deep dive into the legal battle over 3D printing rights and digital privacy.
  • The latest on AI copyright laws and what the Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the case means for creators.
  • A look at the future of video podcasting under SAG-AFTRA labor rules.

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Altered Geek, Steve Phillips, TFG1Mike, Paramount Plus, HBO Max, Streaming Merger, 3D Printing, Colorado Law, Surveillance State, AI Copyright, SAG-AFTRA, Funko Pop, Rideback, Cartoon Network, Tubi, Boy Meets World, Tech News, Podcast Industry, Intellectual Property, Digital Rights,

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Co-Creator @GeekCastRadio | Creator @AlteredGeek | Voice Actor | Podcaster, Husband | Father | Web/Graphic Design | A/V Editor | Geek of Games, Tech, Film, TV.

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