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Get Your Geek On! Syfy’s Summer Special <i>SYFY WIRE AFTER DARK</i> Premieres Aug 1

GET READY TO GEEK OUT WITH SYFY’S SUMMER SPECIAL

‘SYFY WIRE AFTER DARK’

THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 1

–45-Minute Show to Feature Specially Curated Products Fans Know and Love from Dark Horse Comics, goodr sunglasses and DC licensee Graphitti Designs–

Jackie Jennings – Syfy Wire After Dark — Photo Courtesy of Syfy

July 28, 2020 — Join in on the weird and wonderful world of nerd fandom and celebrate SYFY’s coolest picks of the summer with SYFY WIRE AFTER DARK this Saturday, August 1 at 11PM ET/PT.

From comic books and superheroes to wacky water toys and favorite summer movies this 45-minute special is hosted by Jackie Jennings and her talking cat sidekick, Mr. Scribbles, and will feature a variety of SYFY WIRE correspondents and guests breaking down the latest and greatest genre discussions, debates, fan-favorite products and more.

It’s Mr. Scribbles! – Syfy Wire After Dark — Photo Courtesy of Syfy

SYFY WIRE After Dark Official Trailer

SYFY WIRE AFTER DARK segments include:

  • SUPERHERO SIDE HUSTLES: An in-depth discussion with WIRE correspondent and comic expert Angélique Roché on Wonder Woman’s most unexpected side hustles
  • SUMMER READING BOOK CLUB: A fun series of short segments presented by WIRE correspondent and literary master Brian Silliman breaking down the best comics to add to summer reading lists this year
  • TOY MASTERS: Wet and wild show-and-tell with toy specialist Tom Neff and his adorable family featuring the best classic backyard water toys and a celebration of the 30th anniversary of the super soaker
  • BEHIND THE PANEL: WIRE’s resident comic book fanboy and “metal nerd” Juan Cadavid digs into the epic “Dark Nights: Death Metal” series from DC — breaking it down for current comic book readers and new fans alike
  • SUPERHERO SYMBOLOGY: WIRE’s Superman superfan Matt Romano takes viewers on an in-depth journey discussing the evolution of the iconic Superman symbol
  • COMICS THAT BLEW OUR MIND: Comics queen and WIRE correspondent Whitney Moore dissects “The Sandman” from its origins to the adaptation in the works today
  • SUMMER TIPS FROM GRANT IMAHARA: Short, light-hearted segments featuring the beloved late robotics specialist and television personality Grant Imahara sharing tongue-in-cheek tips on how to get the most out of summer

Throughout SYFY WIRE AFTER DARK viewers will also have the ability to instantly buy what they see utilizing both NBCUniversal Checkout and ShoppableTV, including graphic novels from some of Dark Horse Comics’ most popular properties, The Witcher, Umbrella Academy, or the soon-to-be SYFY series Resident Alien; goodr sunglasses‘ limited edition “Wonder Woman 1984” sunglasses; and “Superman,” “Dark Nights: Death Metal” or “The Sandman” products from DC licensee Graphitti Designs.

About Syfy

SYFY is a global, multiplatform media brand that gives science fiction fans of all kinds a universe to call home. Celebrating the genre in all its forms, SYFY super-serves passionate fans with scripted original science fiction, fantasy, paranormal and superhero programming, along with late night animation, fan-focused franchises and live event coverage. The brand is powered by SYFY WIRE (www.syfy.com), the premier editorial brand for fans of sci-fi, fantasy and horror. SYFY is part of NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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Judy Manning

Dream chaser extraordinaire! Judy tends to be a tad sarcastic and kind of goofy! She is an avid admirer of all things supernatural, paranormal, celestial and mystical. She loves to read, write, and watches way too much TV. She enjoys many genres of film and music (and let's be honest, most music from the 80s). She also has a wicked sweet tooth. Cupcakes beware.

Judy Manning

Dream chaser extraordinaire! Judy tends to be a tad sarcastic and kind of goofy! She is an avid admirer of all things supernatural, paranormal, celestial and mystical. She loves to read, write, and watches way too much TV. She enjoys many genres of film and music (and let's be honest, most music from the 80s). She also has a wicked sweet tooth. Cupcakes beware.