“For Kyle” “A Celebration of Kyle Stinson”
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This heartfelt episode of The Absolute Geek Podcast is a raw, unfiltered tribute to Kyle Stinson, the beloved co-host and brother-in-spirit to host Matt. Delivered in a deeply personal monologue, Matt reflects on Kyle’s profound impact as a friend, collaborator, and creative force behind the podcast for over a decade. He recounts their journey from meeting at a comic convention in 2014 to building Absolute Geek into a cultural touchstone for fans worldwide, sharing stories of late-night arguments, chaotic podcast moments, and unforgettable adventures at conventions like WonderCon and San Diego Comic-Con. Matt emphasizes Kyle’s unique ability to make everyone feel welcome, his infectious humor, and his unwavering authenticity. Amid grief, he expresses a fierce commitment to honoring Kyle’s legacy by continuing the podcast, monetizing it to support Kyle’s family, and ensuring his voice lives on through the archives. The episode closes with a powerful message of love, remembrance, and defiance against the unfairness of Kyle’s passing from cancer, culminating in a call to action for listeners to support Kyle’s family via GoFundMe and share their memories.
Kyle Stinson was more than a co-host—he was a brother, friend, and foundational force in the Absolute Geek community.
The podcast’s legacy is a living tribute to Kyle, and continuing it is a way to honor his life and sacrifice.
Kyle’s humor, authenticity, and ability to connect with people made him irreplaceable and deeply loved.
Matt is committed to monetizing the podcast to financially support Kyle’s family as a gesture of gratitude.
Grief is not just about big losses—it’s about the countless small, everyday moments that will never happen again.
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A Raw Tribute to Kyle
“Kyle was my brother in a lot of ways. He was one of those people that you just assume is always going to be there.”
The Birth of a Legacy: From Convention to Podcast
“Kyle could be a very persuasive person. Like the time he got Rob Liefeld to sign his book to your buddy, Rob Liefeld. Your friend, Rob Liefeld. That was just Kyle, man.”
Conventions, Chaos, and Unforgettable Moments
“Kyle just busted my balls and we'd be walking and he'd be like, Oh look, there's full for the money ducks and just stop and laugh and laugh and laugh and laugh.”
The Weight of Grief and the Promise to Continue
Matt confronts the depth of his grief and the temptation to end the podcast. He shares his vow to keep Absolute Geek alive, not just for himself but to fulfill a promise—to one day hand Kyle’s wife a check representing his share of the podcast’s success as a token of gratitude.
Legacy, Memory, and the Power of Storytelling
“As long as we keep telling those stories and as long as we keep saying your name, and as long as we keep carrying parts of you, that means something to us, to me, to your family.”
“Fuck cancer. It's not, it's not fair when it's taken from all of us. Sadly, this isn't the first Kyle. It won't be the last Kyle that has been taken from us from cancer and that's not fair.”
“As long as we keep telling those stories and as long as we keep saying your name, and as long as we keep carrying parts of you, that means something to us, to me, to your family.”
“I don't want memories right now. I want my friend back.”
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