Nerdy Show

RIP Space Ghost: George Lowe Reads Coast to Coast Fanfic

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 23:09:07 GMT

It's with a heavy heart that we report that Space Ghost is no longer getting enough oxygen. On March 2nd, George Lowe, voice of Space Ghost, and all-around delightful weirdo, became a true ghost. He joins C. Martin Croker, voice of Zorak and Moltar in Valhalla.

We never did any podcasts with either of them, but back in 2014 we recorded an episode of Nerdy Show Live with George Lowe where we read some Space Ghost Coast to Coast fanfic. George Lowe reads as Space Ghost, Cat as Zorak, Hex and Moltar, Doug as the announcer, and Jonna as Lou Ferrigno. "But wait", you might say to yourself, "I've never seen/ heard any such show!" Right you are. Nerdy Show Live was our short-lived experiment in doing panel show-style video programs in front of a live audience. This particular Nerdy Show Live was delightful in-person, but disastrous insofar as recording - as you'll hear. Long story short: we weren't in control of our audio engineering and what we ended up with is an unusable mess. However, in memory of George Lowe and C. Martin Croker, we've done what we can to salvage the best bit of that hot mess in a somewhat-listenable form.

Listenable enough, perhaps, that hopefully you can have a laugh and think on the gloriously surreal late nights with Tad, Zorak, Moltar, Brak, and the rest of the gang.

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Nerdy Show Bulletin: Marc With A C's Feature Film Documentary

Wed, 01 May 2024 04:01:51 GMT

A brief bulletin to let you know that there's a feature film documentary about Nerdy Show regular Marc With A C. The film is called Half Serious, Half Kidding: The Digital Footprint Of An Obscure Rock Star it's coming soon to streaming platforms, but if you're keen to get a limited run physical copy with a soundtrack, zine, and a wealth of bonus content... now's your chance - until Thursday, May 2 at 11:50 AM Eastern, that is.

Back it here:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mwacdoc/marc-with-a-c-documentary-on-blu-ray-with-soundtrack

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Pixelh8's Hard Reset

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:00:08 GMT

Nerdy Show doesn’t have a monopoly on going dormant for years at a time - why, twelve years ago, legendary chiptunes artist, Pixelh8, stepped away from music. He turned from pioneering musician to pioneering educator and founded The Creative Computing Club. But no sonic wizard stays entombed forever! Pixelh8 is back! His new record, Hard Reset, is out now, further new projects await, and we've dusted off Nerdy Show to give this old pal a warm welcome home.

In this episode Cat and Jess travel with PixelH8 trough his new album, track by track, and learn crazy tales like how his first acting gig, on the set of a Tollywood movie, led to him programming a song on decommissioned missile hardware. We'll also discuss the how’s and whys of his departure from music and everything that happened in between, the various eras of chiptune music, his work reclaiming computer chips from dying consoles to build new instruments, spending six hours to make an anime sound on the NES, and much more.

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“NERDY,” She Wrote: An Update BOUND to Excite!

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 23:00:12 GMT

Nerdy Show is never dead, only sleeping! Your host with the most, Cat, returns to catch you up on what you may have missed, what's going on with her and Nerdy Show, and to share her latest geeky podcast adventure: "MOTHER," She Wrote: An EarthBound Podcast, which explores Nintendo's trilogy of cult sensation RPGs. All this will likely surprise and delight, but this is no mere update - it's a prelude! A new Nerdy Show episode is coming soon and this episode paves the way. So tune in and prepare yourselves for further adventures across the vast expanse of the nerdiverse!

Links:

"MOTHER," She Wrote: https://mothershewrote.earth
The Nerdy Show / Omniverse Discord: https://omniverse.media/discord

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✨֍Mystery Broadcast֍✨

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 02:26:07 GMT

When you least expect it - There's something new in the Nerdy Show feed! A suspicious message! What can it be? We won't leave you to cryptic ponderings: it's Cat, your hostess with the mostess, spontaneously returning to the the feed that started it all. She regails with a ramble to cinch up the gap between broadcasts and to test out some new tech that could terraform talk podcasting (though it's still very much in beta). Join us for a jumble of thoughts and feelings on this Cat catch-up to check-in with you fine folks and see what's cookin'.

Join us in funding our next season of The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program: https://cthulhumystery.com/crowdfund

Hang out on the Discord: https://www.omniverse.media/discord

Listen to The Most on Bandcamp: https://themostgainesville.bandcamp.com/album/mostified

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Mystery Program Returns in a LIVE Adventure! November 13th & 14th

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 17:23:57 GMT

We interrupt this yawing gulf of silence with an important bulletin!

The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program and Chaosium have joined forces to bring you a bold new adventure! A live charity spectacle! Two nights of improvised tabletop storytelling - like only Mystery Program can make: November, FRIDAY THE 13TH AND 14TH - 7pm Eastern at CthulhuMystery.com/live.

Behold as the horror and hilarity unfold before your very eyes in unedited actual play mayhem! And brace yourselves as our cast explores the classic Cthulhu scenario, "The Crack’d and Crook’d Manse".

What’s more, this presentation isn’t just thrills and chills, it's also a charity event, benefiting the Transgender Law Center. Audience donations can alter the destiny of our players, boosting vital stats like sanity AND viewers have a chance to win digital and physical copies of Chaosium's recently remastered tome: Mansions of Madness!

But this isn’t the only Cthulhu event! Sunday, November 8th, Showrunner Cat Blackard and Keeper Luke Stram will be joining audio drama’s finest at the PodTales’ virtual convention.

Head to PodTales.org to explore their free online programming and to tune in on the 8th to hear from our creators in “Choosing a Game System for Actual Play” and “Supportive Play-Acting”.

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David Byrne Shares True Stories From "True Stories"

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 21:53:48 GMT

In this archival interview from 2018, Cat speaks with Talking Heads' David Byrne about the Criterion Collection re-release of his 1986 film, True Stories and the first ever edition of that film's complete soundtrack. The film was Byrne's directorial debut and as it plainly puts it right at the start is "about a bunch of people in Virgil, Texas."

The film is part zany, slice of life comedy, part anthropological study - processed through the music of Talking Heads and projected through a loving, art house lens. Cat and Byrne discuss how this remarkable portrait of 80s America came together and other unexpected art.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2020/09/nerdy-show-david-byrne-shares-true-stories-from-true-stories

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The Big Chill

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:44:43 GMT

In this time of global upheaval, the entirety of The Nerdy Show Network unites! If we must be alone, let us be alone together! We summoned our fans far and wide along with personalities from Omniverse and The Nerdy Show Network to our Discord server to hang out, geek out, and spread love from a distance.

Hear from the cast and crews of: Nerdy Show, The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program, Ghostbusters: Resurrection, Dungeons & Doritos, Derpy Show, Flame On!, Wicked Anime, RPG From Scratch / Leyliners, and YOU!

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We Are Omniverse

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 18:49:10 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast is an ever-evolving thing! Are we a news source? A travelogue of niche nerdery? A family of freaky friends with a penchant for pop culture? Media journalists documenting artistic endeavors from the geek world, far and wide?

We're all these things! But now, we're also Omniverse!

Join Cap, Doug, and La Valle as they offer insights into what we've been up to behind the scenes and how our podcast empire has become something exciting and new as our skills and community has grown and changed with us. And... while there may be new things on the horizon... Nerdy Show is far from over.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2020/02/nerdy-show-we-are-omniverse/

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Come See Us at PodTales! Oct 20th, Cambridge, MA

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 13:56:28 GMT

We're going to PodTales a festival of audio drama and audio fiction. It's free, it's in Cambridge, MA, and it's on October 20th.

More info here: https://podtales.org/

We've got a table (A5/6 in the Mt. Absalom room) and several panels including this one at 2PM: "Living in the Moment: Writing Through Improvisation" in The Hephaestus (Second Floor). Hosted by Cap and featuring Hem "Volonda" Cleveland (The Lucky Die, Dark Dice) Natasha Haverty & Brendan Pelsue (We Are Not These People), Sean Howard (Civilized, Alba Salix: Royal Physician, The End of Time and Other Bothers). The first storytellers didn't sit around plotting – they lived in the moment and collaborated with others to tell taller tales! Our panel shares the secrets of wielding spontaneity and collaboration as tools for creating unprecedented drama, laughs, and realism in your stories - as well as how to craft recording environments to enhance and manipulate your cast's performances, how to plot without a script, and how to elevate improvised material to audio excellence with scripted revisions and cinematic production.

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We're Making a Lightning Dogs Animated Short!

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 21:26:37 GMT

Brace yourselves for a massive announcement years in the making: We've teamed up with The DAVE School to bring Lightning Dogs to life as an animated short! Join Cap, La Valle, and Doug for this brief update and hear more about the short in Lightning Dogs: The Official Paw'dcast: https://bit.ly/2UqxVSK

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Get Off My Books

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 18:55:55 GMT

Presently the production house known as Nerdy Show is in the midst of some massive movements. After the release of The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program series 2, Cap and Doug dove right into a new major project for Lightning Dogs (still TBA) - so, after a long day of recording stuff they can't talk about quite yet, and no time to assemble a proper episode of Nerdy Show, they grabbed a friend and piled into the studio for a free-wheeling conversation to catch you up on things and hopefully entertain and delight.

Who is this mystery friend? Cap and Doug are joined by Eleanor Edwards, co-host of Consequence Podcast Network's The Fifth Dimension: A Twilight Zone Podcast, and Cap's partner of 16 years who's been behind-the-scenes this entire time, but hasn't truly graced us with her presence until now. Crazy! We discuss the new Twilight Zone, RoboCop, JFK erotica, and a host of other strange media and critical diversions into the life and times of the Nerdy Show crew.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2019/04/nerdy-show-get-off-my-books/

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Update :: A Very Tuckered Howdy-Do

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 02:56:44 GMT

Folks, Cap is plum tuckered. She's fried. Like a fairground pickle. Here's some words from her speaking of things to come, begging your pardon, and sharing a smidge of the latest while we get our ish together. <3

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Update :: Go Listen to the D&D Q&A!

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 18:36:46 GMT

There's no episode of Nerdy Show this week because we put our our long awaited Dungeons & Doritos Q&A 2 - which you can find over on that show's feed. Cap discusses this and shares a few other tidbits of network news.

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Pitching in the Wind

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT

The wildly-swinging hits keep on coming! How far will we veer off of our usual platter of geeky chatter? And for how long? Indefinitely?! Well at the very least we'll always stay true to what you've come to expect from us for the past decade: surreal tangents and strange comedy. In this episode - Cap, La Valle, and Doug team up for a creative experiment in which Cap plays a high-powered Hollywood executive type taking pitches from hapless writers.

Which of these absurd ideas will get green lit for production? Whose hopes and dreams will get eaten alive by the Hollywood monster? How far will these poor saps go to break a tie and "win" this pitch party?

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2019/02/nerdy-show-pitching-in-the-wind/

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no caps: The Terrifying Adventures of Doug & La Valle

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 18:24:45 GMT

When the Cap is away, the Doug and La Valle will play. Left to their own devices (without adult supervision), the duo discuss some of their favorite Nerdy Show pitches and come up with new ones. But things take a spooky turn when a discussion about favorite horror movies leads to an exploration of La Valle’s dark, supernatural past.

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ALL CAPS: Judy Funnie Meets Maude Lebowski

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 18:59:49 GMT

Join Cap on a solo mission as they give hints to the latest happenings at The Nerdy Show Network, muse on the Network's (and this show's) 10th year of podcasting, share the ups and downs of kitten fostering, and highlight two amazing comics you should read: Gillen and Hans's Die and Okorafor and Tana's LaGuardia. But all that's just a prelude to the main event!

In preparation for an upcoming collaborative art project, Cap dusts off some fan fiction they wrote with Local-Shop in which their favorite pretentious art ladies of the 90s meet: Judy Funnie (from Nickelodeon/ Disney's Doug) and Maude Lebowski (from The Big Lebowski). Indulge in Cap's all too thorough knowledge of Doug continuity as we explore Judy's undocumented time at Vole University and Maude's continued interest in work that's strongly vaginal. No, this isn't slashfic, but hopefully the artsy fartsy feminist storyry therein won't make you uncomfortable.

Vagina.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2019/01/judy-funnie-meets-maude-lebowski/

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Strange Dreams in the PVP Cranberry Bog

Wed, 12 Dec 2018 18:48:16 GMT

Coming to you live from the deep recesses of your own mind: Nerdy Show is creepin' in your dreams and in your Fallout 76 servers!

As we batten down the hatches while hatching other Nerdy Show Network schemes, our titular show goes full on diary – recapping the various projects we're chipping away at and fascinating life happenings.

Join Cap, boR, Brandon, and Jon for tales from Fallout 76, a surreal “double mumbo jumbo” dream that gives a first hand exploration of encounters from beyond, pineapple upside down pancakes, books to read, films to watch, and more!

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/12/nerdy-show-321-strange-dreams-in-the-pvp-cranberry-bog

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Horror!! With Chris Ryall and Jeremy Whitley at NC Comicon

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 06:08:20 GMT

Join us for a panel with Chris Ryall (Locke & Key, Zombies Vs. Robots) and Jeremy Whitley (Vampirella) as we chew on chilling tales, crossing genres, and frights for all seasons.

This discussion comes to you live from NC Comicon, moderated by psychiatrist Matt Connor, and featuring our very own Cap Blackard alongside Chris and Jeremy. We discuss the differences in conveying scares in disparate mediums, our formative horror memories, favorite films, existential dread, and a dose of Cap's insights on bringing the scares in the audio drama medium with The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/11/nerdy-show-320-horror-with-chris-ryall-and-jeremy-whitley-at-nc-comicon

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Episode 319 :: NC Comicon X: Innocent Target

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT

We're on the road! And you might be too! Incept your commute by driving along with us driving and recapping our adventures at NC Comicon and beyond.

Cap, Tony, and Doug share their highlights from North Carolina Comicon, Bull City in Durham, NC - the Willow 30th anniversary event, the Lightning Dogs, the pals, the panels, and the wretchedly delightful late nights of bad movies. What's more, it's been a while since this particular trio has been the spotlight of a Nerdy Show episode, so we delve into our latest life happenings.

We discuss quality films of old to counteract the recap of terrible VHS feature Fugitive X: Innocent Target, share massive life changes, and peek behind the curtain of The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program series 2.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/11/nerdy-show-319-nc-comicon-x-innocent-target

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Episode 318 :: Existential Crisis Haunted House

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 04:00:31 GMT

Enter a vortex of horror and existential crisis. We sink our fangs into Netflix's spoopier recent series, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and the second season of Castlevania. Hear us extol the nerd nuances that have Cap, boR, and Brandon drinking deeply from these series' black chalices. We also discuss the shocking return of Adult Swim's bastard child, 12 Oz Mouse, Star Trek: Lower Decks, a forthcoming animated series about the nobodies of the Federation fleet, and invite you to invest in our pitch for a haunted house experience like no other - one that distills the cold, unfeeling universe into one terrifying (and psychically crippling) walk-through.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/10/nerdy-show-318-existential-crisis-haunted-house

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Episode 317 :: The Boy Who Pooped on a Mountain

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 04:42:26 GMT

Brandon has returned from his trip to Scotland. Did our resident renegade glean any culture while on his first trip overseas? We're not 100% sure, but he definitely left his mark: he pooped on a mountain! Well, more like a hill; but you have to understand, Floridian standards for elevated landmasses are a bit out of whack. Hear tales of enchanted gastrointestinal distress, fried pizza, castles, and, yes: birds.

We also discuss camping at Camp Crystal Lake (the video game kind) with Friday the 13th: The Game, MMO woes, the continuing saga of Adventure Time, and other flotsam from the ocean of nerdy pop culture.

For links and more info visit the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2018/10/nerdy-show-317-the-boy-who-pooped-on-a-mountain

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Nerdy Show 316 :: Japanese Horror Nights and Other Frights

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 14:53:28 GMT

Nerdy Show's global cultural exchange continues! Fresh from a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, two of our hosts share chilling tales of how Universal Studios does Halloween Horror Nights in Japan. It's a drastically different experience guaranteed to make you liquefy with jealousy and set the horror hounds a-barkin'.

Our anorak tentacles have crept across the world: Spain, Hungary, Switzerland, soon Scotland... We're not sure why this is the year we've all blown about like dandelion fluff, but, for as long as that lasts our travelogues will keep on coming. John and Chrystal's Nihon nightmares (that's intentional nightmares - they had a great time) are but one component of this week's podcast adventure. Cap shares their entry into the Venture Bros. Carvel cake contest and discusses new horizons in taking back the web for the users, boR shares a spoiler-free exploration of The Good Place... there's lots crammed into this particular and peculiar podcast.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/10/nerdy-show-316-japanese-horror-nights-and-other-frights

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Episode 315 :: Age & Beauty: Life-Extension Drugs and Staying Young at Heart

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 20:08:19 GMT

Engineered obsolescence: that's what the human body is. It kicks alotta ass and then gets slower, brittler, and much harder to drive. Surely us nerds of the 21st century must've found some way to brain ourselves out of this? Well... turns out we have!

Join Cap, boR, Jon, and Tony as we test out the latest life-extension drugs, brainstorm the sci-fi benefits of custom-engineered organoids, and stay young at heart with rousing discussions on the new Spider-Man game, the animated series The Dragon Prince, and get excited about surprise television adaptations of Don't Hug Me I'm Scared and Alan Wake, as well as introduce Talking Heads frontman David Byrne to Rule 34?! Yeah - that's actually a thing that happens - hear a short clip from Cap's forthcoming interview with the legendary musician about his film True Stories, where we drop some carnal Internet knowledge.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:
https://nerdyshow.com/2018/09/nerdy-show-life-extension-drugs-and-staying-young-at-heart

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Episode 314 :: Cultural Exxxchange

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 21:10:24 GMT

Indulge in tastes and tales from around the world - in explicit, eye-narrowing detail. We've taken some long, strange trips and some deep sips of cultures not our own and the results are... mixed at best. boR shares the shockingly unsavory details of his trip to Spain while Trench elaborates on New Jersey frustrations. Meanwhile, in Orlando, Cap and Brandon are enjoying curious Chinese cheese-topped teas and British tea parties was well as the refined tastes of the XXX French edutainment cartoon, PeePooDo and the Super Fuck Friends.

There's lots more locked away in our bawdy podcast boudoir - such as hype for Dragon Quest XI and the surprising return of No Man Sky!

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:
https://nerdyshow.com/2018/09/nerdy-show-314-cultural-exxxchange/

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ALL CAPS: The Colin Episode

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 22:15:04 GMT

"Loneliness is lonely." Someone famous probably said that once... And so, Cap has once again violated the solo mission sanctity of ALL CAPS.

Our illustrious, chromatic poddess (that's short for "podcast goddess") is joined by their oldest pal, and Nerdy Show/ Dungeons & Doritos cohort, Colin Peterson. Learn about formative childhood experiences at long gone roller rinks and ominous dreams. Hear Colin's report on seeing Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway. Experience visceral 30-something solidarity and surprising mood-altering substances.

Taste the friendship! TASTE IT!

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/08/all-caps-the-colin-episode/

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ALL CAPS: A Game of Telephones

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT

It's lonely in the void, so Cap's reaching out to get touched... by someone. Yes, the lines are open and your chromatic operator is doing an AMA the old fashioned way: with telephones. There's no telling what'll happen - including surprise guest appearances! Cap gets a turducken-themed song challenge from Marc With a C, chats with amazing illustrator and new Lightning Dogs collaborator, Kempo Cornelius, hears about Kyle Bunnell (aka Krondor Krew's Shinobi MC)'s new 5th Ed. D&D character - plus Dungeon & Doritos' delightful dragonborn Jamela Dalla Egberte III graces us with her presence and catches up with her old adventuring acquaintance, Deen the Mighty.

Hear from long-time Nerdy Show listeners/ first-time callers and indulge in geeky chats about the Resident Evil 2 remake, tokusatsu shows, the pros and cons of Preacher season 3, and more!

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/08/all-caps-a-game-of-telephones/

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ALL CAPS: Niche Pop Culture Obsession: Octo Expansion

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT

Brace yourselves for a re-CAP of all the podcastery whatnot Cap has been up to. A Willow vision quest turns into philosophical musings on pop culture obsession. Will curiosity kill the Cap? Can their insatiable lust for knowledge ever be sated? Is progesterone all it's cracked up to be? Is forever friendship a fiction or fact? All-consuming questions abound before giving way to an exploration of the deep sea subway adventures of Splatoon 2's OctoExpansion and Cap's two clams about the dynamic and peculiar world of Inklings and Octolings.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/08/all-caps-niche-pop-culture-obsessions-octo-expansion

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ALL CAPS: The Aquabats! Super Show! N€€d$ Right€ou$ Comrad€$

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 04:10:00 GMT

PREVIOUSLY! ON NERDY SHOW... The gang had a good laugh about skeleton soup. But enough of that. Let's get serious... SERIOUSLY AWESOME.

In lieu of a regularly scheduled episode, you're getting an over-indulgence of your host with the most, Cap. It's no surprise they've got a lot of things on their mind, but there's one thing of paramount importance. The fate of the world might hang in the balance: The Return of The Aquabats! Super Show!

It's a super rad television show about America's hardest working superhero band - totes appropes for kids and lounge lizards alike. It's not like anything else on TV, and that's why Big TV slammed its gold-ringed hand and exiled Super Show to Nowheresville. But there's a chance, friends. A chance that if enough Righteous Comrades band together and sacrifice their piggybanks to the altar of Crowdfundius, the Greek god of hopes and dreams, that The Aquabats might have a super-successful Kickstarter that'll bring back the greatest show since sliced bread AND make some dope records too!

So... long story short... Cap talks about that. And also fills you in on what Nerdy Show is up to behind the scenes.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:

https://nerdyshow.com/2018/08/all-caps-the-aquabats-super-show-needs-righteous-comrades

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Episode 313 :: Three Skeletons, One Sarcophagus

Fri, 03 Aug 2018 22:47:00 GMT

We love food here on Nerdy Show - and drinks too! Sometimes we talk about rare and unusual sodas, but in this episode we're pursuing the ultimate specialty drinks. These beverages have been secreted away in the deepest recesses, but we'll drink them - some way, some how. Neither inter-planetary travel or prime directive bleeding hearts can stop us from making first contact with our pursed lips. And if you think that calling the finely fermented skeleton juice "sewage" is going to give pause to our pallets - we say "Pshaw! We are parched!" Or at least some of us...

Hop along with Cap, boR, Jon, and Doug and discover the latest of our planet-trotting summer shenannigans, hear a spoiler-free review of Mission Impossible: Fallout, get caught up with a deluge of post- Comic Con trailers, fuss over Overwatch's latest fuzzy addition, and get Cap's hot take on Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:
https://nerdyshow.com/2018/08/nerdy-show-313-three-skeletons-one-sarcophagus

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Episode 312 :: This Podcast Stinks.

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 05:05:00 GMT

Frag heads and nose nerds unite, and get a whiff of this totally ripe episode! We're joined by a former Nerdy Show host-turned-fragrance expert, Kristin West, aka Beauty Meow, who gives us the lowdown on the olfactory arts. Kristin doles out oud-les of stinky facts and answers our ignorant questions about the art of stank. Are you DTF? (Down to fragrance).

We also talk about the new RoboCop project in the works from Neill Blomkamp, a shocking comic book first, Coheed and Cambria and Chrono Trigger concerts, the fine art of cutting edge, prank-based television, and more!

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:
https://nerdyshow.com/2018/07/nerdy-show-312-this-podcast-stinks/ ‎

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Nerdy Show Review: Ant-Man and the Wasp

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 05:32:00 GMT

Throw your average summer film reviews in the garbage! Or, since they're probably online, CTRL-A, CTRL-C, CTRL-P, and then analogue delete those suckers into a recycling bin. Why? Because Nerdy Show's Hollywood hot takes offer above-adequate cinematic insights, cool comic lore critiques, and weapons-grade tomfoolery.

Join Cap, boR, and Brandon as we review Ant-Man and the Wasp, Marvel's latest offering, through the discerning lens of Brandon's hastily scribbled notes on napkins in a dark theater. Learn proper movie palace bathroom procedures, endure the shock jock stylings of W.A.S.P., and enjoy both spoiler-free and clearly-denoted spoilerific discussions as we share our feels on this size-swapping, pseudo-science action comedy.
For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2018/07/review-ant-man-and-the-wasp-brandons-napkin-notes

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Interview: Jen Cohn - Voice of Overwatch's Pharah

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 18:11:00 GMT

"Podcasts rain from above!"

Live at North Carolina Comicon, Cap speaks with voice actor, Jen Cohn, voice of Overwatch's Pharah. Chances are good the shooter sensation isn't the only place you've heard her - Cohn is also Lord Zash from Star Wars: The Old Republic, Ursa from Avatar: The Last Airbender, and that's just for starters.

Learn about the strange circumstances of Cohn's initial Overwatch audition and the "Dark Pharah" that gave way to the "Captain America of Overwatch". She shares the surprising animation gig she'd love to have, how her journey into voice work got started, where Doom Fist's voice was found, and the question on every fan's mind: where the heck is Pharah's animated short?!

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/07/interview-jen-cohn-voice-of-overwatchs-pharah

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Episode 311 :: European Vacation

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 22:29:00 GMT

After two weeks traipsing around Switzerland and Hungary, Cap has returned to The States with tales and peculiar confections to share.

Discover the Halo-esque terrain of the Alps and travel to the Schilthorn - the real world site of Blofeld's mountaintop base from On Her Majesty's Secret Service. Learn about Hungary's volcanic geology, canoe through a water-filled lava tube, and venture to Eurpoe's largest pinball museum. But when the Cap's away... the boR, Brandon, and Doug will... watch Westworld season 2. Hear some spoiler-free thoughts now that the second season has concluded and how a Westworld mobile game is shockingly similar to another timesink we know and love.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/06/nerdy-show-311-european-vacation/ ‎

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Episode 310 :: Conversation Royale

Wed, 13 Jun 2018 04:13:00 GMT

Sometimes Brandon gets angry and unleashes his rage on the unsuspecting masses. Does he need to be on meds? We certainly think so!

Join Cap, Bor, Brandon and Jon as they discuss the inadequacies of E3 before it even happens and the current trend of seemingly endless “Battle Royale” style games popping up everywhere. Oh, but there’s so much more! Come follow us down the volcano hole of horrible terminology as we struggle to create better names for horrible ways to die. In this episode, we take 99 don’t give a humps and toss them right out the bus for your ever shrinking attention span. This is going to be one swirling storm that your ADD just won’t be able to handle!

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/06/nerdy-show-310-conversation-royale/

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Nerdy Show Update :: June 2018

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 19:24:00 GMT

What? No Nerdy Show this week?! Nah, sorry pal! There's all kinds of stuff going on!

Let Cap fill you in on the details and guide you to some cool and surprising stuff happening elsewhere on the network this week to tide you over for our next adventure.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/06/nerdy-show-update-june-2018/

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Episode 309 :: Flavor Trippin'

Wed, 30 May 2018 04:09:00 GMT

Maybe we have an oral fixation... because we just can't stop putting things in our mouths. Some of these things in our mouths include opinions about recent movies!

Join cap, boR, Brandon, and Trench as we share our thoughts on Solo: A Star Wars Story, Deadpool 2, and Avengers: Infinity War, including genuine opinions and also outright lies. But, dear friends, every nerd podcast and their mom's is talking about those tentpole geek features. Sure, you want to hear our informed and sarcastic opinions - we're zany! All that said though, we've got something those other shows don't have... and that's miracle berries.

Yup, we're back to our old tricks and shoving inappropriate things in our mouths. Like the vacuum cleaner said: it's a livin'!

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/05/nerdy-show-309-flavor-trippin/

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Episode 308 :: Adventures at Moogfest 2018

Wed, 23 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT

Moogfest is a festival unlike any other. One part TED Talk, one part that record you discovered in college that blew your mind; the event’s dual focus of Future Thought and Future Sound has made it a beacon for discerning artists, festivalgoers... and Nerdy Show for six years running.

During the day, theatres, classrooms, and workspaces are filled with lectures and workshops led by artificial intelligence scientists, synthesizer engineers, musicians, and even galvanizing social figures like Chelsea Manning. By night, Durham, North Carolina, becomes a cyberpunk music festival – robot-accompanied bands, A Clockwork Orange-esque montages, stages resplendent in synths and patch cables. Join Cap, Jon, and Flame On!'s Bryan on their overnight drive back to Orlando, recounting their electrifying weekend at the nerdiest festival in the world.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/05/nerdy-show-308-adventures-at-moogfest-2018

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Microsode: Adamantium Chef

Wed, 16 May 2018 15:26:00 GMT

It's no secret: Nerdy Show loves food. And we get up to some weird, weird adventures with both eating AND making food. So, when we got a listener request to talk about Iron Chef - naturally we wanted to do far more than talk about the beloved Japanese cooking contest... we wanted to actually do it. Unfortunately our eyes were bigger than our stomach.

Hear Cap, Jon, and Chrystal share plans for a "Adamantium Chef" a video series likely too crazy to see the light of day. Share some stories about Iron Chef and the anime it's influenced, and recount our latest food adventures.

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Episode 307 :: Squid Beak Brassiere

Wed, 09 May 2018 03:35:00 GMT

Our present is the future - and the future is a beautiful pandemonium of science so surreal that even the strangest jokes can come true.

Like what, you ask? Tesla coils at a hockey game, vitamins for frogs flavored like bugs, swarms of drones foiling the FBI, squid beak meta-material being used to make bras. Which of those are real and which of those are Nerdy Show discussions gone awry? Find out when Cap, boR, Jon, and Nicky team up and go peculiar as they recount their latest adventures and the weird "sci" that's not necessarily "fi". boR tries out the HTC Vive Pro to see if it lives up to his superhuman eyeball needs and looses himself in Accounting +. Cap share's the journey so far with hormone replacement therapy and the power of choosing their own form. The gang discusses Avengers Infinity War. Oh, and Scale Watchers - those guys show up too.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/05/nerdy-show-307-squid-beak-brassiere

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Microsode: Mario Paint and Beyond - 90s Creative Games with Jazzy Boho

Thu, 03 May 2018 06:48:00 GMT

Once upon a time there was a short-lived era of gaming based specifically around empowering the user to create. The era of Mario Paint - a console game that came with a mouse, explained how to interface with your VCR, and had full illustration, music, and animation suites... all for the Super Nintendo. It's the best-known, but it wasn't alone.

In this episode, Cat, Brandon, and Jon team up with Fangamer's Jazzy Boho to discuss the obscure genre of creative games. These "games" blurred the lines between children's entertainment and art applications and were made to empower users with tools only limited by their imagination and ingenuity. We share stories of software both awful and awesome from the era of 90s gaming when just about anything was possible. Their day may be done, but the legacy lives on! Jazzy is an avant-garde animator who uses Mario Paint in ways heretofore unknown to humankind - she shares some of the secrets of making her surreal and hilarious videos as well as some other retro tools of the trade.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/05/mario-paint-and-beyond-90s-creative-games-with-jazzy-boho

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Episode 306 :: Looong Looong Nerds

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 05:57:00 GMT

After vacations, business trips, interviews, conventions, and other mayhem - Nerdy Show's hosts are back in the studio catching up with each other and what's been going down in the nerd world.

And... also... catch up with what the Japanese already know a lot about: dramatic and surreal on-going commercial narratives. Did you know that for over a decade an alien has been impersonating Tommy Lee Jones, drinking canned coffee, and doing everyman jobs in Nippon? Did you know that NO ONE can resist a looong, looong maaaan? Did you know that Buffy the Vampire Slayer's Giles may have started this entire phenomenon? That's not even half of it! We talk God of War, Lost in Space, Ready Player One, Pacific Rim 2, and give our two credits on everything worth doing in the past month of nerd stuff.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:
https://nerdyshow.com/2018/04/nerdy-show-306-looong-looong-nerds/ ‎

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Episode 305 :: Nerdy Show in Tennessee - Weird Al, Kid Koala, Arcades, Spelunking, & More!

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 00:14:00 GMT

Cap is on the road and indulging of nerdy adventures of all sorts: music, ancient cultures, retro gaming, modern art, cuisine, and geology! But it's dangerous to go alone - they're joined by long-lost Nerdy Show hosts Colin and Luke and the trio is taking YOU along for the ride.

Hear all about the "Weird Al" Yankovic concert of die-hard fan's dreams as we recap the deep cuts of his Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour. Learn the story of Nashville's hot chicken and the dangers therein. Go spelunking in Raccoon Mountain Caverns and explore other subterranean shenanigans. Unleash your inner DJ with Kid Koala's Satellite Turntable Orchestra... And that's just for starters! Join us for a magical mystery tour of geeky gallivanting!

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/04/nerdy-show-305-nerdy-show-in-tennessee-weird-al-kid-koala

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Interview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Other Strangeness with Tom Waltz and Erik Burnham

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 21:15:00 GMT

Mutagen Man, Wyrm, The Pizza Thrower, The Utroms, Cudley the Cowlick... The Ninja Turtles are super weird - Awesomely unusual. IDW TMNT writers Tom Waltz and Erik Burnham are joined by Nerdy Show's Cap to celebrate the legacy of Ninja Turtles and the series' myriad mutations across all continuities. They play with action figures, thumb through old roleplaying books, and sift through the sewer of way cool mutants.

Hear the story of how Donatello's perceived "death" in the comics upset parents and turned Waltz's life upside down, the joys of being both a fan AND a creator, and why we've never seen the Turtles' movies' Master Tatsu in the comics.

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Interview: Christy Karacas' Ballmastrz: 9009

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT

In the distant future there is only THE GAME. Do you have what it takes to pulverize all the other mutants, magical girls, cyborgs, and wasteoidz? Can you master the ballz?

Enter: Ballmastrz: 9009, the new series from Superjail's Christy Karacas. Whereas Superjail's animation drank deep from the acid-laced waters of 60s and 70s Western animation, this new series pulls heavy from the anime well. But of course, that's not all. There's also Jodorowsky, giallo films, every dystopian sports project ever, and other peculiar pop culture ephemera in the mix. Join Cap for a conversation with Karacas about his anime influences, the possible future of Superjail, and how Ballmastrz is different from anything he's done before.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/04/nerdy-show-interview-christy-karacas-ballmastrz-9009/

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Interview: Ninja Turtles Rise! Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz, & Ben Bishop

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 06:36:00 GMT

Coming to you live from North Carolina Comicon - Oak City, Cap hosts a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle tell-all with series co-creator, Kevin Eastman, writer of the IDW TMNT series, Tom Waltz, and awesome artist, Ben Bishop. Whether you're a longtime fan looking to scrape the sewer for new intel or have fond, fuzzy memories of action figures and cartoons of yore - this episode's got something for you!

These simultaneous creators, artists, and fans discuss TMNT history; such as how the IDW series, now the longest running Ninja Turtles comic ever, came to be. And they also tease tales to come - such as some insider info on Nickeodeon's upcoming Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, the return of the John Woo-inspired book, Bodycount, and Eastman and Bishop's new indie comic, Drawing Blood. We also discuss personal favorite TMNT video games, Waltz and Bishop's TMNT origin stories, and much more.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:
https://nerdyshow.com/2018/03/nerdy-show-interview-ninja-turtles-rise-kevin-eastman-tom-waltz-ben-bishop/

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Microsode: Independent Sci-Fi / Fantasy Publishing with Alyson Grauer

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 08:49:00 GMT

Here at Nerdy Show, we know how to make our stories come to life by taking matters into our own hands with audio dramas and comic books... but what about books? That's right, prose - sentences, paragraphs, chapters - strung into bound volumes be they physical or digital; how do you break into that scene?

To help us solve this quandary, Cap and Bad Storytellers / Ghostbusters: Resurrection's Josh LaForge are joined by Alyson Grauer of the RPG podcast Warda. She's got experiences to share about breaking into independent sci-fi / fantasy publishing, in both novels and short stories, along with advice on leveling up your writing game and her personal tale of social networking her way to print.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page:
https://nerdyshow.com/2018/03/nerdy-show-microsode-independent-sci-fi-fantasy-publishing

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Episode 304 :: Peculiar Science

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 05:12:00 GMT

There IS such thing as a tesseract. A notion we take for granted here in the 21st century, but one that in 1962 made some waves - especially when it was the central focus of a children's book. Madeline L'Engle's sci-fi classic, A Wrinkle in Time, for all its hard sci-fi mixed with metaphysical fantasy, has been near-impossible to adapt in its 50+ years - but can the full weight of Disney's special effects budget and the powers of Oprah finally make some science magic happen? We've got opinions! And that's not all!

Join Cap, Trench, boR, and Jon as we discuss sci-fi anime and TV you may have already watched, odd films you might not have, and some baffling new explorations in science: VR murder in the court room, vortexes on Jupiter, and Alexa laughing manically when she hears a ghost.

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Microsode: Westerns

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 05:26:00 GMT

What makes a "Western"? Is it the arid landscape of 1800s America? Is it the hats? Or is it something more? ...Some kind of "true grit", if you will, that gets into the boots of a story and chafes at the characters' collective psyches? In this listener-requested Microsode we might not be able to provide answers to the Big Questions in this Big Country, but we'll certainly dole out as many musings as we can muster.

Join Cap and 2/3rds of the Ghostbusters: Resurrection cast: Doug, Briggs, La Forge, and Poole for a rootin' tootin' travelogue through the world of Westerns. We've got advice on where to start if you want to dive into the genre, some off-kilter observations, and advice on what to watch in every era that spurs have hit the silver screen.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/03/nerdy-show-westerns/

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Episode 303 :: As Mute As It Gets

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT

Time to get serious folks. Sometimes a single piece of pop culture sweeps in and sidelines an entire discussion - brushing aside all the idle chatter of the latest video game whatnot, ill-advised parody erotica, and dreams of a virtual future where theme park rides never die. Yeah, that stuff is here too. But mostly in this episode we talk about Duncan Jones' sci-fi film, Mute.

Join Cap, boR, Brandon, and NeoFaust as they discuss why this sidestep sequel to Moon is one of the most cyberpunk stories to make it to film. But all is not well in the neon-drenched streets of near-future Berlin: though luminaries like legendary author William Gibson love it, Mute is getting gutted in the reviews. We share spoiler-free highs and lows of the movie and take the toxic climate of online criticism to task. There might not be hacking, razorgirls, and explosions, but if you're looking for a seedy underbelly to skulk in while wearing mirrorshades, well... this might be the film you're looking for.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/02/nerdy-show-303-as-mute-as-it-gets/

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Review: Black Panther - Spoiler Free

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT

A story of birthright, colonialism, isolationism, empowerment, and oh yeah... superheroes, Black Panther is a big step for the Marvel Cinematic Universe into a wider world. Join boR and Cap for a bite-sized and spoiler-free review that gives you the feels without the reveals. We discuss how Black Panther makes some key changes to the Marvel movie formula, where the film (and the format) falter, and where it breaks bold new ground.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/02/nerdy-show-review-black-panther/

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Episode 302 :: Monsters, Rockets, & Necropants

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT

From far away lands, near Earth orbit, and the gutters of the Internet, we’re sourcing the finest semi-organic nuanced discussions on all things nerdy. Cap, boR, Brandon and Jess are hunting monsters, breeding monsters, and reminiscing about ranching monsters with the new games Monster Hunter World and Monster Breeder. We also dial up an old pal for his debut appearance on Nerdy Show: long time listener, first time caller, Ice Abyzz – the Icelandic fan who’s now a cast member of the acclaimed audio drama, The White Vault.

We talk to Ice about his upcoming trip to NYC to do a live recording of the show, opening for The NoSleep Podcast, and also get the skinny on the hottest Icelandic fashion trend: necropants. Cap and Brandon took a co-op trip to parts unknown in Mario Odyssey, and meanwhile Jess was living it up on yet another Japanese vacation. Plus we softly and delicately bite into the Lady Doritos controversy and then get explosive about SpaceX’s grand geek gesture with the Falcon Heavy test flight.

For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2018/02/nerdy-show-302-monsters-rockets-necropants/

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Microsode: Augmented Reality

Thu, 08 Feb 2018 06:39:29 GMT

Throughout Nerdy Show's entire nine year existence we've heralded and cautioned about the oncoming world of augmented reality - That one day the virtual world would explode out from your devices and exist forever in your field of vision atop the world as we know it. Soon you won't even need a phone. What comes next will be wearable.

Join Cap, Jon, and Lightning Dogs' Max Acree as they go beyond the parlor tricks of Pokémon Go and into hands-on experiences with Microsoft Hololens' "mixed reality" workspace. We discuss where the tech is now and where it'll be in the very near future; for better or for worse. Along the way we'll also give some much needed props to forward-thinking anime, look back on mistakes of the 90s, and the likelihood of NPCs IRL.

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/02/nerdy-show-microsode-augmented-reality

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Episode 301 :: Don’t Be a Brandon!

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT

Folks, we know we don’t always set a good example. But that’s what we’re here for! Let us make mistakes, so you don’t have to. We have no shame, we have no sense of decency, we just have strong opinions about pop culture and very little restraint. Case in point: sometimes we put things in our bodies that we really, really shouldn’t. Or, as you’ll soon find out, sometimes Brandon gives a special friend an unforgettable Hanukkah.

In this episode, Cap, boR, and Brandon get back to basics with sci-tech, video games, and television shows – where there’s startling discoveries all around – such as the awesomeness of Happy! and Dragon Ball Fighter Z. We give updates on how Star Trek Discovery and The Good Place are sitting with us, discuss mysterious rumors of a Diablo Quatro, share some big forthcoming changes for The Nerdy Show Network, and *gasp* learn that one of Brandon’s lies turned out to be true!

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https://nerdyshow.com/2018/01/nerdy-show-301-dont-be-a-brandon/

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Film Commentary: Dracula Untold

Wed, 24 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

By listener-request we're investigating the curious case of Dracula Untold - the 2014 film that puts a supernatural spin on Vlad the Impaler's real world origins and would have been the first installment in Universal's ill-fated cinematic universe of movie monsters. Does this new spin on a classic have enough bite to hold up against our refined tastes? Join Cap, boR, Doug, La Valle, and Chrystal as they sink their teeth into this podcast review and feature-length film commentary. We explore the background of the film's controversial tagline, "Get Sucked", and explore what would have been for the Dark Universe: why Dracula Untold became disavowed, how The Mummy put the nail in the coffin, and the ways that, in spite of everything, this surprising film might live again. Plus: our spontaneous creation of the most brilliant candy you've never tasted. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2018/01/nerdy-show-microsode-dracula-untold-film-commentary

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Microsode: Dracula Untold & the Death of the Dark Universe

Wed, 24 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

By listener-request we're investigating the curious case of Dracula Untold - the 2014 film that puts a supernatural spin on Vlad the Impaler's real world origins and would have been the first installment in Universal's ill-fated cinematic universe of movie monsters. Does this new spin on a classic have enough bite to hold up against our refined tastes? Join Cap, boR, Doug, La Valle, and Chrystal as they sink their teeth in! We explore the background of the film's controversial tagline, "Get Sucked", and explore what would have been for the Dark Universe: why Dracula Untold became disavowed, how The Mummy put the nail in the coffin, and the ways that, in spite of everything, this surprising film might live again. Plus: our spontaneous creation of the most brilliant candy you've never tasted. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2018/01/nerdy-show-microsode-dracula-untold-film-commentary

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Interview: Musical Obscurity with Marc With A C and Jordon Zadorozny

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Music nerd extraordinaire Marc With A C has held onto a singular dream for most of his life: for a record of his to be produced by Blinker the Star's Jordon Zadorozny - one of his favorite musical acts. That long-sought day has come, and the dream has crystallized into... Obscurity. In this special interview episode of Nerdy Show, Cap is joined by Marc With A C and Zadorozny to tell the making-of story of this milestone in Marc's underground career. Be regaled with Canadian adventures, both culinary and pharmaceutical. Discover the record's low-fi secrets amidst the posh production. Geek out about Robert Palmer and Pink Floyd while dodging Aerosmith-obsessed barflies. And join Marc for a frank discussion on writing music in the 21st century, "making it", collaborating with a longtime hero, and what "Roxanne" of Police fame was really thinking. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2018/01/nerdy-show-interview-musical-obscurity-with-marc-with-a-c-and-jordon-zadorozny

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Microsode: Foodfight!

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Join the Nerdy Show crew for a bite-sized episode about Foodfight! - one of the most notoriously bad films of all-time. It's a CGI animation disaster of epic proportions and the dumpster fire that made it to the screen is only half of the sordid story. We tell how this mess was made and share our reactions after surviving this maelstrom of mediocrity. If you think you've heard the tale of Foodfight! - think again! We've got theories of motel room recordings, backdoor Avatar tech testing, money laundering, insurance scamming, and maybe even a secret plot that links Foodfight! to IBM's Watson, Cyberdyne Systems, and the usurpation of humanity! And... if you're brave enough... you can join, Cap, boR, Doug, Chrystal, and La Valle for feature-length audio commentary and thrill as beloved capitalist mascots get oppressed by goose-stepping generic brands. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2018/01/nerdy-show-microsode-foodfight-film-commentary

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Film Commentary: Foodfight!

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Join the Nerdy Show crew as they endure Foodfight! - one of the most notoriously bad films of all-time. It's a CGI animation disaster of epic proportions and the dumpster fire that made it to the screen is only half of the sordid story. We tell the strange tale of how this mess was made and share our reactions after surviving this maelstrom of mediocrity. Join, Cap, boR, Doug, Chrystal, and La Valle for feature-length audio commentary and thrill as beloved capitalist mascots get oppressed by goose-stepping generic brands. We've got theories of motel room recordings, backdoor Avatar tech testing, money laundering, insurance scamming, and maybe even a secret plot that links Foodfight! to IBM's Watson, Cyberdyne Systems, and the usurpation of humanity! For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2018/01/nerdy-show-microsode-foodfight-film-commentary

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Episode 300 :: Nerdy Show & Tell

Wed, 03 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast has hit a momentous milestone! We're celebrating Nerdy Show's big 3-hundo with a rager of a party, and you're all invited.

Stumble with us into a celebratory romp of regrettable decisions! Join Cap, boR, Trench, and Flame On!'s Bryan for an old fashioned game of show and tell; where all the hosts have brought something to the table, and surprises are the order of the day. You want science? We dial up Jon for startling revelations about space colonization. You want music? Marc With a C makes a special sing-along appearance. It's a feast of topics and tastes both sinister and sublime. We'll serenade you using arcane instruments, unleash your inner sex gecko, and yes, wax nostalgic from time to time. Brace yourselves - it took 300 episodes of Nerdy Show to prepare you for the mayhem about to be unleashed.

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The 2017 FINAL BOSS – Top 20 Nerdy Things of the Year!

Tue, 26 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

It's the Top 20 Nerdy Things of 2017 - our annual list that does the the impossible (and highly unnecessary) task of summarizing the year in orders of geekitude. Our list turns a discerning eye to all corners of human endeavor - from every medium of pop culture to scientific discoveries - and ranks them on a completely arbitrary and unscientific scale.Join Cap, boR, Trench, and Brandon as this manic year comes to an equally manic crescendo. When gauging "nerdiness" there's always plenty of surprises - this year is no different including past winners that returned to dazzle us again, and a shocking wealth of so, so, so many gloriously good television shows. Grab some latkes and join us for this feast of likes.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/12/top-20-nerdy-things-of-2017/

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Interview: The History of Barry Levinson's Toys

Wed, 20 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Join Cat for an in-depth exploration of one of the most tragically-overlooked films of the 1990s: Barry Levinson's Toys. This highly unusual holiday film starring Robin Williams turns 25 this year and we're celebrating by putting it in its rightful place as a marvel of filmmaking and a chilling satire of drone warfare - made years before that was even a thing.

Haven't seen the film? No problemo! With help from acclaimed director Barry Levinson (Good Morning, Vietnam, Rain Man) Cat pops open every facet of Toys to see what makes it tick: the gorgeously surreal visuals, the incredible Hans Zimmer/ Trevor Horn soundtrack, and the chilling tale of tiny tanks and tiny planes ushering in an era of endless war. We get the film's full history - from its origins in the late 70s, to the marketing fumble that doomed it, as well as the personal stories of how this movie rocked Cap's world when they saw it in 1992. Yeah, it's one of Cat's favorite films and researching Toys has been a personal quest for years. (Need proof? We've got clips from our 2011 interview with Thomas Dolby in here!) So gather with us in your yuletide finery for a much-needed reexamination of an amazing movie and a poignant parable for our present day.

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It's Star Wars Week! Check Out State of the Empire!

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Episode VIII, The Last Jedi is coming out so this week we're putting out THREE episodes of our Star Wars speculation podcast, State of the Empire! Check them out at http://nerdyshow.com/starwars We've got an episode priming you for the film to come, a review of the film, AND a review of the new high-tech VR experience Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire.

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Derpy Show :: Episode 300

Mon, 04 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Celebrating 300 episodes of Nerdy Show, it's Derpy Show's 300th episode spectacular! Wait... that's not right...What's happening here?! The Derpy Show crew has reunited to host this special episode of Nerdy Show. If you replace the entire crew of a show with that of another, is it even the same show anymore? Find out as we answer that question, and learn what DJ Snorlax, Robojoe, Neofaust, and boR have been up to for the past 2+ years. You probably want to know what else is in the episode... well too bad! You're just gonna have to stop reading this and listen. Seriously. Let's just say you're going to love it. Let's just say your expectations will not just be met, but exceeded... Neofaust brought portable synthesizers. That's all you're getting. Happy 300th episode.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/12/derpy-show-episode-300

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Microsode: 15 Years of Firefly

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

15 years ago a television show lived and died, but in its single season rocked the 'verse of geeks everywhere. Joss Whedon's Firefly is still one of the greatest sci-fi adventures to ever straddle the small and big screens. Join Cap, boR, Trench, Jon, and Doug - four longtime fans and one nonplussed nerd who doesn't get the hype - for a listener-requested episode where we reminisce about the series, Serenity, the comics, and the fandom at large. For fans old and new, we think you'll agree, it's a mighty fine shindig. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2017/11/microsode-15-years-of-firefly/

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Pod Cast :: A Thanksgiving Bulletin from the Multiverse

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Don't get too excited folks, this is but a toe-dip into the torrid seas of the multiverse and a Thanksgiving bulletin that Nerdy Show is cooling our collective heels as we prepare for the brutal onslaught that is the holiday season. But that doesn't mean we can't have some fun! Join *undecipherable whale noise* and land lubber cetacean enthusiast Pat Freely for gripping casual conversation on ocean mammal concerns. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/11/pod-cast-bulletin-multiverse/

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Review: Justice League - Spoiler Free

Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Of all the crazy gambles in superhero cinema, Justice League is the biggest. With DC/ Warner Brothers' spotty track record for their cinematic universe... there's no way this ensemble film of largely undeveloped characters could work, right? We're glad we didn't put money on this one because Justice League has absolutely flipped expectations and re-writes the book on what's possible for the future of DC heroes in cinema. Join Cap for a spoiler-free exploration of how this film handles introducing some of DC's most iconic characters to the big screen, where it falls in the landscape of superhero movies, where it falters, and how it succeeds against all odds. And yeah, if you want to go deeper, we'v got a little bit of spoilery chat safely tucked away after the credits. Booyah. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2017/11/nerdy-show-review-justice-league/

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Episode 299 :: Toxic Nut Soup

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Here at Nerdy Show, we're a melting pot of pop culture. We'll gladly mash subjects and mix genres when it comes to geeky discussion and dweeby diatribes. Unfortunately, the same thing can be said for us and food. Sometimes you have a peanutbutter cup-like combo of good ideas, but more often than not we make bad, bad ideas.Join Cap, boR, Brandon, and Trench for spoiler-free opinions on Thor: Ragnarok and Stranger Things season 2. We extol the virtue of some shows you might not be watching such as Nathan For You and Pickle and Peanut, rumble with our old favorites: VR and WoW, and take you with us on some delightful diversions on the winding road of life. Oh yeah, and we also basically eat garbage. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/11/nerdy-show-299-toxic-nut-soup/

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Nerdy Show Book Club :: Episode 15 :: Read-Along: The Handmaid's Tale

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

This episode is dedicated entirely to Margaret Atwood's landmark dystopian novel, The Handmaid's Tale. It's a horrifying story that gets closer to reality with each passing day - in which America has been overthrown by religious fundamentalists and anyone not male, white, and heterosexual is killed or subjugated. We experience this awful reality through the eyes of a woman trapped in sexual servitude; her existence reduced to being a walking womb to compensate for the future's low birth rate.Join Cap, Denika, Jess, and Brandon for an overview of the novel, a dramatic reading, and then spoiler-intensive discussions on both the book and the recent television adaptation. We discuss the challenges of the world, and the narrative itself, as well as the novel's massive cultural impact, parallels in our own reality, and even manage to make some jokes to soften the blow of how hard this book hits.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/11/nerdy-show-book-club-episode-15-read-along-the-handmaids-tale

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Episode 298 :: Tricks & Treats (Assorted)

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

This episode of Nerdy Show is presented by: Candy Corn - the blissful indulgence every hole hungers for. Hear us get hopped up on sugary snacks as we ramble through the streets of our nerdy neighborhood. We knock on a lot of topical doors, but it's not all Snickers and Smarties. Destiny is handing out unwrapped treats with chaos snuggled within their sugary folds.Join Cap, Brandon, boR, and Jon as we discuss the latest gaming crazes: Cuphead and the Duck Season - both nostalgia-fueled horror shows. We also tell the spooky story of the battery that breathed HUMAN AIR, take a trip to Brandon's Backwoods Bird Bungalow, visit Scale Watchers, and watch new seasons of some of our favorite TV until the sugar high wears off. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/10/nerdy-show-298-tricks-treats-assorted

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Nerdy Show Book Club :: Episode 14 :: A Handmade Tail

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

As we brace ourselves for our forthcoming dissection of the disturbingly relevant Handmaid's Tale, we first divert into greener and more peculiar pastures by talking about the other things we've read. Join Cap, Denika, Brandon, and Jess as they unload on a wide expanse of literary explorations. Discover a genre specifically about faeries being dicks, explore the world of video game translation and The Legend of Zelda to a point of fascinating minutia, learn what's the opposite of Death Note, and gird your loins for the Funky Pickle. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/10/nerdy-show-book-club-episode-14-a-handmade-tail

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Episode 297 :: The Orville Vs. Star Trek: Discovery

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

This season of television you've got choices when deciding where to boldly go. Option A: Seth MacFarlane's The Orville; a Galaxy Quest-style, Roddenberry-fueled sci-fi comedy. Option B: Star Trek: Discovery; a darker slice of Trek set in the new movie continuity. Option C: BOTH?! Join Cap, boR, Trench, and Doug as we weigh the pros and cons of both series. The very fact that we have two high-caliber, space-faring shows at once after such a long time without anything Trek-flavored is hitting us with one heck of a displacement wave! We also review Blade Runner 2049, the long-lost SNES title Star Fox 2, and discuss the confusing news surrounding MegaBots, peculiar home archeology, and more!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/10/nerdy-show-297-the-orville-vs-star-trek-discovery

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Nerdy Show Interview: Careless Juja and the World Tour That Wasn't

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

VGM is a strange genre. For starters, it's a genre consisting almost exclusively of covering other people's music - but the difference between a random band covering a random song and Video Game Music is substantial. VGM focuses on rearrangement of music, sometimes drastically so; often uplifting the source material to previously unrealized heights. So quality VGM is a very special thing - for lovers of video games and instrumental compositions alike. Even more special is the rare occasion of there being a VGM supergroup, rarer still when in this Internet-based culture such an act actually gathers perform to a live audience. That's Careless Juja for you - a high level, shiny Pokémon appearing when you least expect it.Carelss Juja are Careless (Random Encounter, co-creator of Liberty), YouTube VGM sensation, The Great Juja, and a cadre of talented musicians bringing songs you love to life as you've never heard before. Nerdy Show's Cap and boR caught up with the band on the eve of the final performance of their world tour... Or not. Hear a very sleep-deprived Careless Juja elaborate on the preposterous goal of faking a world tour live album in less than 24 hours, and turning what was supposed to be a vacation into a complicated concert event. We also share tracks and tales from this (alleged) World Tour Live Album, and the final Random Encounter release.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/10/interview-careless-juja/

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Nerdy Show Update :: September 2017

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Our workloads and life are all feeling fatigue from the Hurricane Irma monkey wrench. We'll resume our regularly scheduled programming next week. In the meantime, here's some updates about the latest happenings behind the scenes.

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Episode 296 :: The Hunker Games

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We survived Hurricane Irma! Venture to the "dirty side of the storm" and thrill as we describe all our first world inconveniences of sassy trees, migratory bird flight plans, power outages, and copious hunkering. It turns out while we were keeping clear of windows and raking endlessly, some cool media came out. Hear our thoughts on Seth MacFarlane's spin on Star Trek and Galaxy Quest, The Orville. We also explore how Stephen King's IT measures up against the classic, Tim Curry-fronted 1990 miniseries and discuss what we can do about un-cancelling Dark Matter.So crack open a can of escargot, boot up your Richard Dawkins simulator, and HUNKER DOWN with this episode of Nerdy Show.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/09/nerdy-show-296-the-hunker-games/

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Nerdy Show Interview: Chamber Band - Time Traveling Through 36 Questions & Governor's Square

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Chamber Band have made it their mission to emotionally disarm you while exploring beloved nerd worlds. In their debut record, Deities, they cheekily adventured through Dungeons & Dragons, in Careers they braved The Hunger Games, and now in Governor's Square they're taking on H.G. Wells' The Time Machine and The Invisible Man. However, in all cases it's best you check your preconceived notions before venturing further. Love, loss, and existential but infinitely relatable quandaries await you - and with those universal themes, captivating music. This is no mere fanfiction; Chamber Band cuts their source material to the core. Join Cap and vocalists/ songwriters Chris Littler and Ellen Winter as they explore the new record and how it fuses two beloved sci-fi classics into one potent narrative. But that's far from all Chamber Band has been up to - they're the writers behind the podcast smash-hit 36 Questions! Hear about how this musical/ audio drama hybrid came to be, the challenges of drastically changing up both formats, and getting props from the creator of Hamilton. We also debut a new track and unleash an unheard rarity from the archives. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/09/nerdy-show-interview-chamber-band-time-traveling-through-36-questions-governors-square

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Nerdy Show Review: Twin Peaks - The Return

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Looking for a spoiler-free review of Twin Peaks - The Return? Well sorry, folks - there's no such thing. Tune in to the first couple minutes to hear the broadest of discussions of our thoughts on the revival series, and then buckle up. After we cross the spoiler wall you're going to want to have seen all of the series or the strange desire to be even more confused than the average Peaks fan.This summer we took a vacation, more of a road trip really - we spent more time than expected in Las Vegas and middle-of-nowhere North Dakota, but most importantly we returned to a small town in Washington where strange things happen. It was a wild ride; one that we could never have predicted, and now that it's over we need to decompress. Cap is joined by Peaks-pal, Consequence of Sound's Mike Roffman, for a support group-like unpacking of all the mirth and horrors we've witnessed.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/09/nerdy-show-review-twin-peaks-the-return

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Episode 295 :: The Immortal Iron Fish

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Do you want to be a master of martial arts fish-ticuffs? Well, you'd better look somewhere else, friend! We've got zero good advice and only the dregs of the nerd world to feed on. We're pop culture catfish! Join us as we nom through the goop of our geek lives.Learn about the fruits of Brandon's plant harem, Doug's difficulties with Deep Space Nine, Cap's strange adventures prepping for the second series of The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program, and boR's burning hype for the new season of Dik Gently. We unload about the upcoming Secret of Mana remake, check out the new Cartoon Network series, OK KO!, utterly fail to pitch television shows to Doug, and yes - there's more in store. It's everything you could ever fish for. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/08/nerdy-show-295-the-immortal-iron-fish

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Nerdy Show Review: Amazon's The Tick - Season 1 - Spoiler-Free

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The biggest, boldest, bluest name in superhero comedy is bounding back into your life! This week Amazon unveils the first season of The Tick (or half of it anyway). Ben Edlund has returned to his cyan creation with the incomparable Peter Serafinowicz in the title role alongside a cast of up-and-comers. Join Cap, Tony, and Doug as we celebrate the Ticks that have come before and discuss the finer points of what this new spin on an old favorite does differently. In this spoiler-free review, learn how the show has evolved past the pilot that was released last year and what a darker, more story-driven series can do for comedy and classic Tick stories that prior shows couldn't. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/08/nerdy-show-review-amazons-the-tick-season-1

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Episode 294 :: Carbon Nano Toobin'

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Global warming getting you down? Just go carbon nano toobin', brah! We discuss a surprising new science that could eat CO2 and spit out the multi-use material of the future: carbon nanotubes. Blind and unchecked science and capitalism have got us into this mess, and it turns out they might save us too. We're full of summer fun science facts!Join us as we explore the games we've been playing - such as Splatoon 2 and Player Unknown's Battlegrounds - as well as share our thoughts on Disney's new incarnation of DuckTales. Are we about to see a Disney Afternoon shared universe? What do the Scale Watchers hosts think of Elon Musk? How does a Heavenly Sandwich taste? And most importantly, is your salmon cannon ready?For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/08/nerdy-show-294-carbon-nano-toobin/

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Nerdy Show Update :: August 2017

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Hey folks! No episodes for the next couple weeks while we travel and sort out surprise summer shenanigans! However, if you're craving entertainment - all is not lost - this is an exciting week!Out today we have an all-new episode of Dungeons & Doritos. As of this episode, the series is on a hiatus of an undetermined length as explained in our recent D&D Update. We do have one more D&D project to fill the gap though - a second "D&D Q&A"! Send in your questions for the cast or characters to dnd@nerdyshow.com by August 25th.Also out this week is a new episode of Lightning Dogs and The Orphans: Facility. And if you're a fan of our audio dramas, it may please you to know that a new entry in The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program is about to go into production.This week, you can see the Lightning Dogs crew: Cap, Doug, Tony, and artist local-shop at Megaplex in Orlando, FL - August 4th-6th. We've also got a panel on Saturday at 4pm called "Don't Let Your Dreams be Dreams".For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/08/nerdy-show-update-august-2017/

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Nerdy Show Interview: Marc With A C Gets Shock Treatment

Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Before there was "reality TV" there was Shock Treatment - a side-step sequel to The Rocky Horror Picture Show that confounded fans and slipped in under moviegoers' radars in 1981. No sweet transvestites here, just Brad and Janet trapped in a televised torture chamber that looks eerily like America in the 21st century. The film faded into obscurity, where it would've languished were it not for some die-hard fans, among them the lo-fi musician and familiar voice here on The Nerdy Show Network, Marc With A C.In this episode, Marc and Cap share everything you need to know about this hidden gem of b-movie musicals: the actor strike that led to massive changes in the plot, the fandom that re-discovered it, and the weird story of how Marc's just for fun covers of the songs turned into a beloved piece of the Shock Treatment legacy (now being pressed on vinyl to coincide with the Blu-ray release). We also have a Rocky Horror bombshell to drop as Marc's journey to license these songs shed some light on the long-rumored, often-denied follow-up film, Revenge of the Old Queen.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/07/nerdy-show-interview-marc-with-a-c-gets-shock-treatment

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Episode 293 :: Escape from Ape-Catraz

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Something genuinely strange has happened friends. There was once a age where summer blockbusters were a popcorn-munching escapist's paradise of awesome stories coupled with dazzling effects. But those days were long past, plots got dumber, and quality films became few and far between... Until now. Against all odds, summer 2017 has hit hard with stellar films. Films that are critically acclaimed, artfully crafted, and explosive in the effects department. In this episode we share our awe and wonderment with Spider-Man Homecoming and War For the Planet of the Apes. But that's not all.Join Cap, boR, Tony, and Brandon as we explore not only our summertime film habits, but the amazing TV we've seen too including the new Warren Ellis-penned Castlevania on Netflix, cartoons we've caught up on, and other treats from the small screen. Plus: Brandon's Apes notes he scrawled in the darkened theatre, a few good books, and the Splatoon-fueled debate of cake vs. ice cream. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/07/nerdy-show-293-escape-from-ape-catraz

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Nerdy Show Interview: 40 Years of Cerebus the Aardvark with Gerhard

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Cap celebrates 40 years of a comic book milestone: Cerebus the Aardvark. It's an independent comic that took the world by storm, changed the industry forever, and broke bold new ground with its hilarious and heart-rending story. The series was written and drawn by Dave Sim with background artist, Gerhard. Together they chronicled the life of this ill-fated aardvark with Sim drawing the characters and Gerhard anchoring the cartoon animal into immaculately rendered environments.This archival HeroesCon panel is a one-on-one conversation with Gerhard as Cap learns about the artists' collaborative process in creating the longest-running indie comic of all-time, how to ditch school but still get some book learnin', and breaking beyond the background with Gerhard's new project, The Smile of the Absent Cat, written by Grant Morrison for Heavy Metal.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/07/interview-cerebus-the-aardvark-gerhard

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Episode 292 :: Smoke 'Em if You Got 'Em

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

If you're jonesin' for some unfiltered geek conversation, well pal, you've come to the right podcast. Light up with Nerdy Show as we share some smokin' film, game, TV, science, and comics news and reviews.Brandon shares sublime experiences in space parking in Elite Dangerous: The Legendary Edition, Y.A.s Queen Denika delivers an impromptu Nerdy Show Book Club and shares her adventures at Kennedy Space Center, boR delights in Diablo necromancy, and Cap uncovers exciting news about an upcoming Animorphs graphic novel. We also learn about controversial Russian satellites, discuss Preacher season 2, the trailers for the new My Little Pony and Chucky movies, share peculiar post-coital rituals and much more.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/07/nerdy-show-292-smoke-em-if-you-got-em

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Nerdy Show Interview: Curse Words with Charles Soule and Ryan Browne

Wed, 28 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

There's only one man (and a koala) standing in the way of Earth being enslaved by a magical realm: his name is Wizord, and he's kind of a dick. That's Image Comics' new fantasy-comedy Curse Words in a nutshell, and if you're not on board already, after this magical mystery tour, you will be. Join Cap and Aaron live at HeroesCon for a saucy chat with series creators Charles Soule (Lando, Swamp Thing) and Ryan Browne (God Hates Astronauts) about their hazardous writing process and the origins of this spell-casting sonnuvabitch.Tune in for insights into the creative process of making comic books and stay for the bottomless wine coolers, baseball inaccuracies, and notes on the importance of Death Becomes Her. Hear ideas that got lost, early titles that didn't pass the focus groups, and brace yourselves for the whirlwind wizard tour hitting the highways of America this summer. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/06/nerdy-show-interview-curse-words-with-charles-soule-and-ryan-browne

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Episode 291 :: Moogfest (and E3) Walk With Me

Mon, 19 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The summer is already off to a breakneck start for both pop culture and your beloved hosts. Hosts like boR, Nicky, Jon, and... what was that other one? They used to be on the show quite a bit... oh, Cap! Our fearless leader has returned from their travels hither and thither and brought with them eclectic tales. Learn about Cap and Jon's experiences at Moogfest - a combination science and technology conference and music festival. Hear about encounters with transhumanist presidential candidates, famed musicians, and failures at mental synthesis. Cap also gushes over the return of Twin Peaks and offers a spoiler-free primer for what's in store.But, while that backlog of adventuring is plenty interesting, there's new hotness afoot: namely E3 - the year's annual deluge of video game announcements. We eat more weird food and share our thoughts and insights on the crazy things coming from Nintendo, Ubisoft's shocking announcement of Beyond Good and Evil 2, our skepticism towards Anthem, how amazing Spider-Man looks, and much, much more. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/06/nerdy-show-291-moogfest-and-e3-walk-with-me

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Nerdy Show Update :: Come See Us at HereosCon!

Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Come see Cap, Doug, Aaron, and Bryan at HeroesCon this weekend. Awesome panels and a new Lightning Dogs book await! (We're at booth AA-100)

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Cracking Open The Dresden Files

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.When it comes to series that deal with magic and folklore, some of the most provocative stories are set in modern times: Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Supernatural, Harry Potter... and one other cornerstone of that genre that somehow we've never talked about on Nerdy Show: Jim Butcher's The Dresden Files. The novels, the comics, the roleplaying game, even the much-maligned TV show are home to a plethora of paranormal pantheons and all sorts of exciting spins on popular myths.This episode is both a spoiler-free starter-kit for the uninitiated and a walk down memory lane for those eagerly awaiting book 16. Join Dresden-philes Trench, Luke, and Arkais along with total uninitiated novice, Cap, as we explore what sets Butcher's world apart from its contemporaries, our favorite characters and villains, and all the tie-in media.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/06/nerdy-show-cracking-open-the-dresden-files

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Episode 290 :: American Nerds

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 03:14:26 GMT

In the realm of nerd podcasting, some older powerhouses are fading away, while others are gaining power through new followers. They'll do whatever it takes to entertain you and stay fresh in your mind. Dive into this crazy world with only boR, Brandon, Doug, and Denika as your guides into the world of American Nerds! With little to no explanation as to why, you'll embark on a mission to the sun, play a few rounds of Gwent, wrestle small Japanese robots, team up with Wonder Woman, discuss Neil Gaiman's American Gods, teach you about dental hygine, and most likely stumble down many other unforeseen paths along the way!https://nerdyshow.com/2017/06/nerdy-show-290-american-nerds/

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Console Clunkers & Spoofing Star Wars with Palette-Swap Ninja

Wed, 31 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Cap and Brandon are joined by Palette-Swap Ninja, an obscure nerd band that recently made a big splash when they combined two pillars of 20th century pop culture into one unbelievable concept album. Dan Amrich is a game journalist turned Ubisoft community developer and Jude Kelley is a research scientist who repairs old arcade machines. With our collective powers combined, we're unleashing a nerd podcast of an unrepellable magnitude.First up, we take on the listener-requested topic: failed video game consoles. We've all seen our fair share of pie-in-the-sky, crazy flops in the ever-ongoing console wars, but Dan's career in game journalism grants him a special perspective. In the mid-90s at outlets like Flux and GamePro he was witnessing some of the legendary travesties - including the notorious Virtual Boy. We dissect and debate just what makes a "failed" game console and get stories from Dan and Jude's deep game nerd backgrounds, then we dive into the incredible project they've spent the last 5+ years working on: Princess Leia's Stolen Death Star Plans. Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Star Wars and the 50th anniversary of The Beatles' immortal classic, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Band - this seamless, record-length parody tells the entire story of A New Hope. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:https://nerdyshow.com/2017/05/nerdy-show-star-wars-palette-swap-ninja

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Episode 289 :: Seed Vault: Discovery

Wed, 24 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

What’s an episode of Nerdy Show like without its captain? You’re about to find out! While Cap is on shore leave, the rest of the bridge crew venture out into deep pop culture space, and become voyagers in search of nerdy discoveries and beyond. It ain't’ mutiny if there’s no captain aboard! Join boR, Nicky, Brandon, and Doug as they discuss new VR technology, Norway’s secret apocalyptic “seed vault,” Star Trek’s newest sci-fi television series Discovery, Seth MacFarlane’s new sci-fi series The Orville, Netflix’s new fantasy series based on The Witcher, Netflix’s new fantasy series based on The Dark Crystal, and a little more on Guardians of the Galaxy 2.http://nerdyshow.com/2017/05/nerdy-show-289-seed-vault-discovery/

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Nerdy Show Microsode: European RPG Video Games

Wed, 17 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.Where you're from greatly influences who you are - especially so when it comes to creative output. So it should be no surprise that for indie game studios out of Eastern Europe, the stories they tell and the games they make are distinctly different from the usual faire: games like Metro 2033, S.T.A.L.K.E.R., Gothic, and others.Cap, Trench, Arkais, Luke, and Tony explore their favorite titles in the often overlooked, sometimes obscure, and always fascinating world of European RPG video games. We look for what makes these games decidedly different (outside of a lack of major corporate funding), discuss the books that inspired them, share our personal highs and lows, and, of course, spend plenty of time talking about the best known title of them all, The Witcher.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/05/nerdy-show-microsode-european-rpg-video-games

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Episode 288 :: Guardians of the Dewniverse

Wed, 10 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

If you crave the mysteriously exotic discussions of Nerdy Show, crack open this episode and experience a caffeinated deluge of uncanny topics. We share our spoiler-free thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, discuss the Bioshock-in-space creepiness of Prey, and the addictive properties of Ken Burns' documentaries... but that's far from all.Join Cap, boR, Doug, and Brandon as we sample forbidden and peculiar nectars. Yes, we uncork all the unusual varieties of Mountain Dew that have hit shelves recently and perform sinister experiments. We also take on a listener-requested prompt and share our dream video games. As in: the games we would personally make, were the resources available to us. The results are as baffling and sinister as the myriad flavors of Dew...For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/05/nerdy-show-288-guardians-of-the-dewniverse/ ‎

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Nerdy Show Interview: Aquapocalypse Now - Jeffrey Morris Unveils Oceanus

Mon, 01 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We've had an influx of cool, thought-provoking sci-fi films lately, but few of them have had much integrity when it comes to the "science" in "science fiction". Fortunately, we know a guy who's on a quest to change all that. Meet Jeffrey Morris, head of FutureDude Entertainment, and the writer/ director of the upcoming film, Oceanus. With Oceanus, Morris is creating a near-future world of deep sea exploration, moon bases, and asteroid mining; advised by such science luminaries as Neil DeGrasse-Tyson... and then he's setting that world on fire - literally.With the surface of the world consumed by catastrophe, the only remaining bastion of human civilization on Earth is the sea base, Oceanus. The film will explore that gleaming science city beneath the waves as the apocalypse sends it into disarray; and then the advantageous director is launching a 10-part TV miniseries to continue the story. Along for the ride is legendary Star Trek writer D.C. Fontana and Fringe and The Wire's Lance Reddick. Cap and Jess have been granted exclusive access to the feature film script and are joined by Morris for a revealing exploration of this unprecedented undersea adventure series, his sci-fi influences, the science that makes the show tick, and how this exciting and expansive project came to be!http://nerdyshow.com/2017/05/nerdy-show-interview-jeffrey-morris-unveils-oceanus

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Episode 287 :: Bill Nye Drops the Ball

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Tired of things you love going bad? Exhausted with good premises falling short? We feel you! Join Nerdy Show as we stare in slack-jawed wonder at the dumpster fires of Bill Nye Saves the World, the venerable TV science guy's new Netflix series, and other hot messes like Mass Effect: Andromeda.Yeah, you could say we're in a bit of a cantankerous mood, but fortunately there's still plenty of pop culture to love. Join Cap, boR, Tony, and Trench as they zero in on the comic books and television that's both been lifting them up and keeping them down. Learn how Marvel's controversial Secret Empire storyline isn't actually about Nazis, and is in fact quite awesome. Discover television recommendations that veer off our usual geeky path. Get a hot tip on what you need to grab at the upcoming Free Comic Book Day - and much more!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/04/nerdy-show-287-bill-nye-drops-the-ball

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Episode 286 :: Dank Dragon

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Normally we cover a wide swath of nerd subjects, but this episode is all video games. That said, the titles we're discussing are all very different from one another - some of them are even from alternate realities!Learn about the next level trolling and subversion of gaming conventions in the super-strange action RPG, NieR: Automata. Get lost in the Inception/ dating sim hybrid that is Persona 5. Palm your face over the poor game design choices of Quake Champions. Relive the glory of Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor and get excited for the follow-up, Shadow of War. And last, but definitely not least, chow down on some xenomorph egg-looking Italian delicacies and imagine the wonders of non-existent video games dreamed up by a neural network. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/04/nerdy-show-286-dank-dragon/

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Thrilling Tales of Science Fantasy with Matt D. Wilson

Sun, 09 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

In-between hard sci-fi and hard fantasy lies a land where robots and unicorns play; so holster your laser pistol and put the spurs to your dragon, 'cause in this episode we're exploring the ill-defined expanse of science fantasy. This genre is home to critically-important pillars of pop culture like Star Wars and basically every super hero universe, but where's the dividing line? At what point is advanced technology that's like magic actually magic?To help answer this question, Cap, Jess, and Flame On!'s Bryan are joined by Matt D. Wilson - author and co-host of comics podcast War Rocket Ajax. We share our favorite examples of science fantasy from across all mediums, discover some surprising candidates, and explore sub genres of the sub genre. We also discuss Matt's current Kickstarter project to fund his new comic: Everything Will Be Okay - a satire about every conceivable apocalypse happening at once. But... is it science fantasy...? Discover the answer within!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/04/nerdy-show-science-fantasy-matt-d-wilson

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Nerdy Show Interview: 15 Years of Donnie Darko With Richard Kelly

Wed, 05 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Donnie Darko is one of the greatest cult films of all time and a defining moment in 21st century cinema. It's a love letter to outcasts, anyone who grew up in the 1980s, and fans of the finest thought-provoking horror and sci-fi. For its 15th anniversary, the film is getting re-released on the big screen in a new 4K edition, and we're thrilled to commemorate the occasion by speaking with writer/ director Richard Kelly.Join Cap and Consequence of Sound Editor-in-Chief, Michael Roffman as they look back on the cultural impact of the film and time travel to Kelly's past; making cheese plates for Madonna and filming unapproved musical sequences. We gain metaphysical insights into the mysterious links between Donnie Darko and Kelly's other films (Southland Tales and The Box), get hints a projects still to come, and discuss the music that defined the era. Plus Cap and Mike delve deep into the nature of nostalgia, their action figure collecting pasts, and much more. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/04/interview-15-years-of-donnie-darko-with-richard-kelly

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Ultraman

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Here it comes! You've heard us talk about kaiju and daikaiju of all sizes, but we've never devoted an entire discussion to Japan's giant silver defender, Ultraman... until now.In this listener-requested Microsode, the Ultraman-uninitiated (Cap and Brandon), discover the series via the tender, loving hands of tokusatsu enthusiasts Arkais and Ghostbusters: Resurrection's Mike Wall. We can only scratch the surface of this long-running, record-breaking, multiversal series, but just like every pastoral farmhouse in Ultraman's wake, we leave a mark. Get advice on where to start, learn about the series' legendary pedigree, and more!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/03/nerdy-show-microsode-ultraman/

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Episode 285 :: Journeys of the Body and Mind

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Come with us now on a journey through time and space. Like bards of old in seaside taverns, the Nerdy Show crew are prepared to regale you with tales of their recent voyages. They've traversed to geeky locales perhaps you too have seen; like North Carolina ComiCon: Oak City, or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. And they've also found themselves in strange and uncharted lands: mining for cryptocurrency and experimenting in sensory deprivation chambers - no joke!Join Cap, boR, and Jess as they share experiences from the Splatoon 2 Global testfire, our feels on Netflix's Iron Fist, traveling with a Nintendo Switch, comics you should check out and, of course, their uncanny travels within and without.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/03/nerdy-show-285-journeys-of-the-body-and-mind

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Episode 284 :: Zelda Carts Give You the Breath of the Wild

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Do you love that not-so-fresh feeling? Do you delight in the mouth stank that comes with sleeping in the wilderness and necking with bokoblins on lonely nights? You crave the Breath of the Wild!Join Cap, boR, Brandon, and Jon as we examine this vastly different installment in the Zelda series: gameplay, storyline, and yes... flavor. We also discuss our quest to procure Nintendo Switches, and our experiences with the new system. While their carts might taste like poison, is this the breath of fresh air Nintendo needs to get back in the game?While the Big N might dominate the discussion, there's still room for other nerditudes, like Overwatch's Orisa, the grizzled, hard-R Old Man Logan, and our discovery of a fascinating and horrible late 90s reality show from Japan that locked a man named "Eggplant" naked in a room for a year, surviving only by winning magazine contests. Delicious!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/03/nerdy-show-284-zelda-carts-give-you-the-breath-of-the-wild/

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Nerdy Show Review: Kong: Skull Island

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Prepare yourself for an ape apocalypse! If you're on the fence about Kong: Skull Island like we were, this spoiler-free review will see you right. It's a hard sell: a King Kong reboot set in the same universe as the 2014 Godzilla - hypothetically aiming for a crossover. We think we were right to be skeptical, but the results? Well, join Brandon and boR as they provide their reactions and takeaways... Let's just say that, much like the characters of the film, they were surprised by what they found. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/03/nerdy-show-review-kong-skull-island

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Interview: Fatal Farm Returns to Lasagna Cat

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Chances are good that at some point you've seen a video created by Fatal Farm. They're a duo of FX wizards who specialize in subversion and surrealism, and whose work is as hilarious as it is head-scratching. They've done sketches for Key & Peele, had a hand in two Adult Swim specials, are the brains behind the notorious penis-exploding scene in Our RoboCop Remake, and nearly 10 years ago, unleashed three incredible web series on an unsuspecting world, including their crown jewel: Lasagna Cat.

Lasagna Cat is a "tribute" to the works of Jim Davis - live action reenactments of Garfield strips put into a psychic blender. We've been revisiting these videos for years... and all of a sudden there's more of them... and a 1-800 number sex survey. Sound confusing? Never fear - all will be explained. Cap is joined by Fatal Farm (Zach Johnson and Jeffery Max) as they peel off the cat suit and expose the series' unmentionables. Learn why (and how) they collected 1000 people's sexual information, hear about the years of trials and tribulations that led to this glorious Garfield moment - and that's just for starters. They also share an alternate TV intro that never came to be, how their prank series Infinite Solutions prompted an emergency Microsoft meeting, muse on transposing pop culture and pop art, share pro tips for faking birth in a bathroom stall, and give us a taste of the creature features to come.

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Episode 283 :: JNCO Genes

Tue, 28 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Ever caught yourself soul searching? You might look inside yourself and ask, "who am I?" Examining your personality, perhaps your heritage, maybe even your genetic makeup. Then, you turn your gaze outward. How do you define yourself? Is it the way you cut your hair? The shirts you wear? Friend, if you're soul-searching you need a piece of clothing that's more than a lifestyle - it'll change you to your core: you need JNCO Genes.But hey, this is Nerdy Show! Cap, boR, Jon, and Trench have way more info to bequeath to you than ill-advisable fashion tips. In this episode we discuss the thrilling discovery of potentially habitable exoplanets, the future of The Dark Crystal, a sampling of the cartoons we've been watching, and much more!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/03/nerdy-show-283-jnco-genes/

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Geeky Cars

Wed, 22 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

In this impromptu Microsode, we veer sharply into the fast lane and have a rapid fire discussion about our favorite geeky cars - the automobiles in pop culture that we nerd out the hardest over. Yes, we finally let ultra car nut, Ghostbusters: Resurrection's Adam Briggs take the wheel, and along for the ride is fellow Ghostbuster Mike Wall, Wicked Anime's Jonathan Fleming, and your resident Nerdy Show mainstays Cap and Brandon.Discover the geek whips that we dig the most, learn a thing or two about what cars Briggs loves and loathes, attempt to figure out what the heck is up with Kamen Rider Drive, and brace yourselves as we find out how many topical detours can we take before we crash this thing in a ditch.For links and more info: http://nerdyshow.com/2017/02/nerdy-show-microsode-geeky-cars/

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Episode 282 :: My Farty Valentine

Wed, 15 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Valentine's Day may have come and gone, but its pungent perfume lingers thick in the air. Whether you've got the post-V-Day blues or or are a regular polyamorous Poe Dameron - Nerdy Show has got the comedown you need: the robust voice of Flame On's Jarrod Pope. Join Cap, boR, Brandon, and Jarrod's sumptuous pipes as they take a tumble with a plethora of pop culture. We give our first impressions on two recently-debuted comic book TV shows that are decidedly not about superheroes (Legion and Powerless), review the based-on-a-true-story(ish) medieval fantasy game, Nioh, and share our excitement for forthcoming projects like Adi Shankar and Warren Ellis' Castlevania. But oh, dear listener, that's far from all - we also call a 1-800 number to attempt to reactivate a webseries about Garfield and abuse Jarrod's sexy voice with some nerdy pick-up line recommendations from your favorite lil' stinker: Brandon.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/02/nerdy-show-282-my-farty-valentine/

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Nerdy Show Review: The LEGO Batman Movie

Sat, 04 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Hear our spoiler-free LEGO Batman Movie review! Will Arnett's brooding and hilariously self-absorbed Batman returns in a send-up to every incarnation of the caped crusader and his ginormous gallery of villains. It's a pleasant departure from the grimdark Batmen of recent films and, like The LEGO Movie before it, is a non-stop pop culture explosion for all ages.Join Cap and Doug for a frank discussion of the highs and ho-hums of the film. Can this spin-off stack up to its predecessor? Will Billy Dee Williams finally get his moment as Two-Face? And... if everything is awesome, is there such a thing as too much awesome? These and many other inter-locking questions will be confronted in this movie Microsode!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/02/lego-batman-movie-review/

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Episode 281 :: Give Yourself a Lemony Snicket

Wed, 01 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Do you feel that burning deep inside? It's either your yearning for good times with Nerdy Show, or your playing a sinister game with Count Olaf. In this episode we're discovering a multitude of strange things; not just what a "Lemony Snicket" really is, but the tastes of mysterious foods, the flammability of certain birds... and a bunch of opinions on pop culture, of course!Join Cap, boR, Brandon, and Nicky as we discuss the genetic merger of human and pig, the sexy subversion of Archie's TV return in Riverdale, a shocking team up between Square-Enix and Marvel's Avengers, feels on Netflix's revitalization of Lemony Snicket's Series of Unfortunate Events, the deal with Gravity Rush 2, and even dial up Jon for another segment of Surprise Science!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/02/nerdy-show-281-give-yourself-a-lemony-snicket

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Nerd Fitness

Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

In this listener-requested episode we don our sweat bands and feel the burn - 'cause we're talking physical wellness the Nerdy Show way. Join Cap, Trench, Friday Night Fanfiction's Stevo, and Lefty Lucy - Dungeons & Doritos cast member and renowned burlesque performer - as we discuss our personal trials and tribulations with staying fit, keeping sharp, and making good (snacking) decisions.Discover the health benefits of fan-created Dance Dance Revolution mods and the costs of breaking in, as well as simple stage show techniques to burn calories while learning a new skill that can earn you fun money and make you the life of the party. We discuss ways to hack your meals, the benefits of standing desks, and bike rides gone wrong. Learn from our trials and tribulations so you can loose any girth you've grown weary of or just keep your ticker running like new.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/01/nerdy-show-microsode-nerd-fitness/

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Episode 280 :: Nintendo Switch Wipe

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The time has come to unpack all the new info on the Nintendo Switch, the Big N's hybrid console/ portable system that's simultaneously turning heads and plaming faces. For all the cool, quirky games and features the system has to offer, a lot of baggage comes with this new venture. And while, yes, we're going to dig through this baggage like the TSA, the hosts of Nerdy Show are also cautious about the forthcoming scourge of bathroom gaming to come. This isn't your personal handheld - this is a console meant to be shared, so you'd better pick up some of our patent-pending Switch Wipes!Pop a couple Bennys and join Cap, boR, Doug, and Brandon for a antibacterial antics and sanitary discussions such as a review of A Monster Calls and the subscription service controversy surrounding the return of Cartoon Hangover's Bee and Puppycat and Bravest Warriors. And that's not all, o unsuspecting listener - we've got a new segment called Surprise Science with Jon - and you won't believe the many-eyed deluge of science facts we get when we give our sci-tech host an unprompted phone call.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/01/nerdy-show-280-nintendo-switch-wipe

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Nerdy Show Microsode: The Films of Takashi Miike

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

In this listener-requested episode we discuss the prolific Japanese director, Takashi Miike. Known best perhaps as a master of combining horrific gore and comedy, Miike's career spans and fuses all genres - from children's films to period pieces - and takes viewers into exciting new places just as often as he takes them to uncomfortable territory. Perhaps you've caught his acclaimed (and often censored) Ichi the Killer or maybe his live action adaptation of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, but with nearly 100 films to his name, chances are, there's more to Miike than you know.In this episode, Cap is joined by Jonathan and Andrew of Wicked Anime and Stevo of Friday Night Fanfiction to share their favorite films and provide an introduction to his work whether you're a longtime fan or only just getting familiar. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/01/nerdy-show-microsode-the-films-of-takashi-miike

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Nerdy Show 279 :: That's Not Coconut!

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Enjoy the refreshing taste of Nerdy Show! We got some oddball gifts this holiday season, and some of them were edible, so of course we subject ourselves to these curious (and horrifying) delights for your listening pleasure. Inappropriately flavored sodas (none of the coconut) and strange candy await you, but that's far from all.The year-end gifts keep on coming, with holiday adventures, surreal Reddit spam, and time to decompress and play some video games. After last episode, everyone in the crew is now hooked on Final Fantasy XV. Thanks to fan instruction we also learn about two surreal indie games and discover a Chinese film that bootlegs our favorite games and breaks our brain.Drink responsibly!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2017/01/nerdy-show-279-thats-not-coconut/

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Nerdy Show :: Happy Holidays!

Wed, 28 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Happy holidays from us to you! Our flagship show is taking a week off, try some of our other wares, whydoncha?

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Nerdy Show 278 :: Grandma Tarkin

Mon, 19 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It's the end of the year, so chances are good you might be spending time with some family this week. And since that's the case, chances are also good you might come home to an empty seat at the table, because someone you love is no longer with us. Hey, it's been a tough year for celebrities, why not normal people too? But don't fret, friend, because just across the uncanny valley lies a place where all your dead family members can be recreated in CGI. Pretty soon you'll be in the familiar embrace of Grandma Tarkin. And they'll look at least as good as our cut-rate Photoshoppery.Join Cap, boR, Nicky, and Brandon as we serve up a piping-hot Christmas meal of Rogue One opinions and our latest television and gaming experiences. We expound on Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency, Final Fantasy XV, and the game we all slept on this year: Quantum Break. Oh, but that's not all, friends: we talk about the Tickle Me Elmo of the lonely salaryman this season: Gatebox, your very own rudimentary A.I. waifu companion. Well, we've got some thoughts on that AND recommendations on how to make your own on a budget!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/12/nerdy-show-278-grandma-tarkin/

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The 2016 FINAL BOSS – Top 20 Nerdy Things of the Year!

Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings – and in this case all the greatest geeky happenings of the year!We're not going to beat around the bush, 2016 has been a mess. But in spite of tragedies, loss, and injustice aplenty, there's been some spectacular achievements and innovations; from high science, to the most popcorn of pop culture, and everything in-between. That's what our annual Top 20 Nerdy Things list is all about: counting down the best, geekiest people, places, achievements, media, and more that the year has to offer and ranking them with the only measurement of any relevance left on this forsaken rock: nerdiness.Join Cap and Jess along with a rotating cast of faces from around The Nerdy Show Network (Doug, Jon, Brandon, Aaron, La Valle, Oral, Max, and Briggs) as we cast arbitrary and subjective judgements on topical geekitudes. We share all the deets and feels on what made this collection of cultural oddities shine amidst this bleak year, say goodbye to our favorite celebrities, and even award a few superlatives to some fine specimens that didn't make the Top 20 cut.If you find yourself lost and looking for meaning, these tremendously awesome happenings just might restore your faith in humanity.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/12/2016-final-boss-top-20-nerdy-things-of-the-year

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Genesis Does What Nintendon't

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.Ah, the holidays. That magic time of the year when your parents are most likely to cave in and buy you something super-expensive. And chances are good that if you're on this website reading this, more than once that premium gift was a gaming console. But when you peeled back the wrapping what was underneath? In the early 90s, the console you had was more than a portal to indoor adventure - it was a way of life. Were you a Nintendo kid, or were you a radical, shades and denim wearin' embodiment of coolness: a Sega kid?Join clean-cut Nintendo kids Cap and Brandon, and too kool 4 skool Sega kids, Wicked Anime's Andrew and Jonathan, as we revisit the console wars and an insane era of home entertainment experimentation. With the Genesis, Sega tried out every absurd concept they could think of to push the medium one step farther. You could trick out your Genesis with a Master System adapter, the Sega CD, 32X, 3D glasses... and that's just for starters. In this episode we discuss Genesis culture, the games, the portables, the hardware, and freaky franken-systems you never knew existed.Thanks to Anthony Rubbert for this Microsode request!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:k: http://nerdyshow.com/2016/12/nerdy-show-microsode-genesis-does-what-nintendont

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Episode 277 :: Con Artists

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Ah, conventioneering - the excursion of choice for the modern nerd. With 2016 at an end, our crew's traveling days have wrapped and we're excited to share the last of our adventures in geeky parts unknown. Cap reports in from North Carolina Comicon, where DC Comic's Young Animal imprint took over, and fancy donuts flowed like wine. Nicky shared her experiences at Blizzcon - the con dedicated exclusively to the games produced by Blizzard Entertainment and the legions of fans who worship them.Meanwhile, boR returned to his homeland where soda is called "pop" and Jon lost himself in the absurdly detailed VR flight sim, Elite Dangerous, while keeping tabs on some truly remarkable innovations in gene splicing. All that plus the future of Stargate, the problems with continuing Blade Runner, and a review of the stunning sci-fi feature, The Arrival. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/11/nerdy-show-277-con-artists/

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Nerdcasting the Multiverse: Thanksgiving Special

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into the super-specific with listener-requested discussions and interviews. But then on rare occasions… something much more unusual happens…What we know as "reality" is just a thin barrier covering an infinite multiverse of parallel worlds. Many scientists agree on this theory, but we have proof. Earlier this year, we discovered a rift that allowed us to hear other realities. Tuning our dials into that strange abyss of alternate broadcasts was a fascinating adventure AND it was free entertainment! Who are we to pass up a bargain? 'Tis the season, after all.Remarkably enough, our holidays are mirrored in these other worlds; so as you're prepping to gorge yourselves and/or camp out in front of a big box store, we invite you to discover the looming threat of the Reptilian conspiracy targeting both Thanksgiving, and the scared treats of Easter on Scale Watchers. Learn cooking tips from the dumpster (Sole Food) and the unknown (Quinowhaaaaa?), or kick Thanksgiving to the curb and celebrate a new holiday coming straight from the Underground: Conquest Day. Don't touch that dial (we wouldn't want you to experience quantum displacement) and Happy Thanksgiving!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/11/multiverse-thanksgiving-special/ ‎

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Nerdy Show Review: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Thu, 17 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.In this case the specific discussion at hand is a stand-alone film review of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them - the first film set in J. K. Rowling's Wizarding World not revolving around Harry Potter. You might recall back in 2013, our lukewarm feelings towards a film adaptation of the in-universe textbook, followed by a rising enthusiasm earlier this year when details of a more elaborate story came into view and the article series History of Magic in North America began its release, leading up to the film.Join Doug and Nina as they share their feelings on the film, fresh from an early screening - opening with a spoiler-free review and then switching gears to unrestricted discussions about what transpires and modern film's ever present nemesis: the clunky third act.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/11/review-fantastic-beasts-and-where-to-find-them

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Episode 276 :: Hackin' with boR

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!When life gets you down, there's always rad media and good friends to help you through the tough times - and we've got both!Join your pals at Nerdy Show for our two cents on the latest games we've been playing, tech we've been hackin', and movies and TV we've been watching. Well, most of your pals anyway. Cap's gone to North Carolina Comicon; leaving boR, Trench, Tony, and Doug to run amok in the Nerdy Show studio unsupervised.What did the gang think of Marvel's first foray into the mystic arts with Doctor Strange? Is Skyrim's re-release worth your hard-earned dough? How do Titanfall and Dishonored's sequels measure up to their predecessors? Is any surprise that Tony's bony ass thought the 90s comedy Heavyweights was a laugh-filled romp? (It isn't.) And just how much stuff can boR hack? Clearly these are the most important questions of the day. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/11/nerdy-show-276-hackin-with-bor/

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Nerdy Show Interviews: The Cast & Creators of Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell

Mon, 07 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.Our sins have finally caught up with us... so it's time we caught up with our favorite sinners! In this episode we're speaking with the cast and creators of Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell - Adult Swim's workplace comedy set in the underworld. To celebrate the series' third season Cap and boR are joined by Henry Zebrowski (The Wolf of Wall Street) who plays the hapless demon, Gary, Satan himself: Matt Servitto (The Sopranos) and writer/ directors Dave Willis (Aqua Teen Hunger Force) and Casper Kelly (Too Many Cooks).When you're doing a show where red body paint is required dress code, and you're getting shat on by devils, you can bet there's some wild stories. Hear all about the exotic body parts, mushroom flashbacks, and green screen magic behind the scenes. Even if this is your first time on the rack, this is a prefect primer for the sublime tortures of Willis and Kelly's series. Plus you'll get the answers to age old questions like can aliens go to hell? What's after Too many Cooks? And will Henry's bold concept restaurant, Foogler's, get off the ground?For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/11/nerdy-show-interviews-the-cast-creators-of-your-pretty-face-is-going-to-hell

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Episode 275 :: Nerdy Show Switch

Tue, 01 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!The Big N has finally pulled back the curtain on the much-murmured WiiU follow-up, and it's a heck of a SWITCH from what we expected. Heyo! Thanks, we'll be here for the duration of this podcast. But seriously, folks - we're cautiously optimistic about this modular, multi-use console and in this episode we air all our concerns and hopes on how this hybrid system might pan out. Plus we've got some leaked specs that, if true, shed some light on what's to come.Join Cap, Brandon, boR, and Jon as they not only talk meatspace gaming, but the virtual realm too. Thanks to a hardware hook-up from sci-tech master Jon, Cap and Brandon jacked into VR and had a transformative experience. Hear how their experiences differed from boR's past HTC Vive reporting, and how they're coming down from the virtual high. Not ones to leave science out of the "sci-tech", we also report the latest from Tabby's Star - the mysterious space object that has the most sound scientific minds saying, "I'm not saying it's aliens..." We've got some alternate theories, and a review of World of Final Fantasy too!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/11/nerdy-show-275-nerdy-show-switch/ ‎

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Journey to Mars - NASA, SpaceX, and Mars One

Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.Look up in the night sky. What do you see? We'll tell you what: a smug, red dot bastard taunting us; saying, "oy, come on you blighters. I dare you." We don't know why he's cockney, but his name is Mars and clearly he's a jerk. Challenge accepted, squire. We've got a cadre of national and private enterprises determined to plant some flags in your smug face.Our journey to Mars has been a long road from the fanciful 20th century sci-fi that started it all, but the next space race is upon us and in 15 years humanity is likely to have made landfall on a new world. With SpaceX's recent announcement of their advantageous plans for colonizing, NASA's in-progress projects, and even the controversial Mars One project - exciting things are happening. Wait, what was that last one? Mars One? That's the private project determined to be the first to the Red Planet that got a lot of attention (and flack) when they announced they expected to fund their Mars missions by televising the whole thing as a reality show. That's the listener-requested discussion that launched this episode, but we're taking it one small step further and catching up with the latest from SpaceX and NASA too. What dangers of colonization are still unaccounted for? Does Mars One have a life after reality TV? Will public interest in space come back in full? Humans on Mars, Kyle. Humans on Mars.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/10/nerdy-show-microsode-journey-to-mars-nasa-spacex-and-mars-one

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Episode 274 :: How The Westworld Was Won

Wed, 19 Oct 2016 02:55:04 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!We live in an age of reboots and reimaginings. ...We're kind of exhausted of it, really. But lately there's been some unexpected resurrections from the pop culture graveyard that's captured our imaginations and provoked our patented chaotic conversations: from HBO's Westworld, to an unusual deviation of the first Dragon Quest, even The Great Lakes Avengers - and that's just to start!Join Cap, boR, Doug, and Brandon as they drool over the possibilities of the super-sweet Raspberry Pi 3, as well as muse on the recently announced Red Dead Redemption 2, and get hyped for Twin Peaks' return. Plus - be prepared for strange adventures because Cap's back from a trip to Chicago with an odd tale of a steamy cultural exchange and insights that only a good beating can coax out of you. Even more pop culture peculiarities await you within!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/10/nerdy-show-274-how-the-westworld-was-won

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Nerdy Show Bulletin :: Weather Report

Tue, 11 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions, interviews, and sometimes unexpected diversions… Like this one!In this case the diversion was SUPER unexpected - even for us... and his name was Matthew. The hurricane looked like it was going to be a beast, but as luck would have it, it rolled through our town without being much trouble at all. We didn't even lose power! But what we did lose was time. All the preparations, followed by reverting everything to normal killed our regularly scheduled programming.Tune in as Cap recaps the happs and offers the latest on Liberty's quest for a Guinness world record, Nerdy Show's presence at North Carolina Comic Con, Lightning Dogs, and some exciting things going down this week - both online and on the windy streets of Chicago. We'll be back with our regularly scheduled podcast next week!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/10/nerdy-show-bulletin-weather-report/

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Episode 273 :: This Show Needs an Enema

Wed, 05 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Nothing like some '89 Batman quotes to adequately sum up our transition from "Fart Box" to present. We're backed up with pop culture nonsense and other mental ephemera, so it's time to clean house. After all, "when you've gotta go - go with a smile." We'll stop. This isn't even a poopy episode, we swear. There's no Brandon in sight!Join Cap, boR, and Doug as we recount a recent RPG adventure with Fiasco - the game about making absurd, collaborative movies. Doug and Cap pitch their dark comedy about crooked time cop wedding crashers and see if he'll greenlight their picture. We explore the strange similarities the real world communication between trees and DC Comics' elemental forces lorded over by Swamp Thing and other avatars. We also embrace our mundane selves for a change and pounce on pesky peccadillo that chafe our nuanced nerd nethers. Plus Regular Show (in space), Ninja Turtles (in space), and Dark Matter (in space)!For links and more info, head to the main epiosde page: http://nerdyshow.com/2016/10/nerdy-show-273-this-show-needs-an-enema

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Nerdy Show Community Update: Lightning Dogs, Phantasm, & Other Strange Dreams

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions, interviews, and sometimes unexpected diversions… Like this one!As the summer ends and fall begins... we're swamped with projects. #Dogtober is almost upon us! That's the return of Nerdy Show's would-be animated series, Lightning Dogs, to podcasts. Just the biggest of the myriad things we've got brewing in our pop culture cauldron. Join Cap, Doug, and Tony as they offer up the latest that Nerdy Show is working on, stall for time, get in strange film conversations, and even crack open the dream journal.Hear about Cap's experiences and excitement surrounding the return of Phantasm, learn of "The Trials of Pharrt" - coming soon to a Twitch stream near you (?), reminisce about 1999's The Mummy, sup upon the seafood filled delights of Doug's sci-fi nightmares, and more!For links and more info, head to the main epiosde page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/09/nerdy-show-community-update-lightning-dogs-phantasm

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Episode 272 :: Fart Box

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!We wanted to be upfront in that this episode of Nerdy Show is not unlike a box full of farts. Now, maybe that's problematic for you. But before you turn up (or pinch) your nose and walk away, we want to remind you that farts are only natural. Nature's stinky wink, if you will. Sly, but charming. Plus, you know that the box contains farts - but that might not be all that's in the box. It could, for example, contain a review of Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, some chat about the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online and other Poké-news, predictions of which 90s comedies are destined to get unnecessary third installments, or maybe just good, ol' fashioned laughs.So join Cap, boR, Nicky, and Brandon as we unbox the flatulent fun. Brandon reports on his vacation and the Smithsonians he collected, Cap shares a recent TV show crush, boR voices a new batch of unpopular opinions, and Nicky strikes it rich with a childhood obsession. It's all here. Just tongue punch "play" for an earful of fun. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/09/nerdy-show-272-fart-box/

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Board Games & Loaded Dice

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.The Nerdy Show crew has gathered for another rowdy round of gaming discussion, but this time we're not talking about roleplaying or vicious Magic the Gathering battles... This time we're unfolding one of the nuanced corners of tabletop: the board game. From the weird novelty games of our youths, to the adult thrills of historical economics and geopolitics, the scope of tabletop gaming outside the roleplaying realm is expansive. Good thing this Microsode is double-length!Cap, Doug, Colin, and Wicked Anime's Jonathan are joined by our old pal Hex who returns to Nerdy Show to share his new endeavor - his tabletop game design company, Screech Dragon, and their first public project: Loaded Dice. Hex takes puts his newfound "hexpertise" to the test as we share our favorite and most memorable board gaming experiences and discuss the medium in its myriad formats.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/09/nerdy-show-microsode-board-games-loaded-dice

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Episode 271 :: Even Stranger Things

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Peculiar things are afoot at Nerdy Show. Stranger Things than normal, you might say. But we're not only spending some long-overdue time discussing this summer's breakout TV series, we're making our own investigation into some paranormal happenings. This time it's not us reaching into the void: something reached out. The Central Florida Ghostbusters got a very unusual call from a man alleging to work at The Montauk Project, a notorious hub for government experiments, and in this episode we call him back.Join Cap, Doug, Trench and Briggs before they're black bagged , framed, or otherwise disposed of for sniffing where they oughtn't. We dig into the lore of Overwatch, the potential conspiracy theory inspirations of Stranger Things, the surprising social satire of the new Flintstones comic, a couple indie games worth checking out, and the secrets we know about the forthcoming Protomen short film, Light Up the Night.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/09/nerdy-show-271-even-stranger-things

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Nerdy Show Microsode: Scooby-Doo Legacy

Mon, 29 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.Across the network, one of our favorite topics of discussion has got to be animation. From the kind that's paired best with over-sugared cereal, to the kind that makes your shell-shocked 'Nam vet great uncle blush. Well, in this episode we send up a series that's been around since that great uncle of yours was slashing through the jungles: Scooby-Doo. For nearly 50 years Scoob and the gang have been run-cycling their way through one spooky situation to another across TV, films, comics, and really, every medium known to humankind if we're being thorough.Join Cap, Doug, Jonathan from Wicked Anime, and Norbert Daniels Jr. of Saturday Morning Block Party as we dig through the gang's storied and sometimes sordid history. We explore the Hanna-Barbera history that led to the creation of Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?, the cool and sometimes inexplicable crossovers, the new comic Scooby Apocalypse, and the series' crowning achievements such as the acclaimed Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated. Whether you're down with the Doo, or have witnessed one unmasking too many, there's strange nerdy stories herein guaranteed to thrill and chill. Rikes!Thanks to James Hickson for this Microsode request!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/08/microsode-scooby-doo-legacy/

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Episode 270 :: Mayonnaise Hole Fundamentals

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!You can find a lot of life lessons in mayonnaise hole. Sometimes you lean in so close you'd swear you'd snap in two, and the dang mayonnaise just won't sheath the hole. But you keep leanin'! You lean until you sink that mayo - because you know nothing worth fighting for in this world is easy. And then there's trust. A good fisher ain't worth a damn without an anchor to back them up. Ah hell, I'm gettin' ahead of myself...Join Cap, boR, Nicky and Brandon for an odyssey into our peculiar nerd lives and the plethora of pop culture we've consumed. We share our thoughts on the pilot for a new live action adaptation of the comic book classic: The Tick. We weigh the experience vs. the controversy of the galaxy-wandering game, No Man's Sky. We give our two cents on Laika's latest stop motion feature, Kubo and the Two Strings. We pitch ad slogans for undergarments made out of spider webs, hunt for bat nipples, give Carrot Top a movie idea, and yes, Cap finally talks about Camp Fangamer 2016 - the strange adventures therein, and the birth of the 21st century's #1 sport: mayonnaise hole.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/08/nerdy-show-270-mayonnaise-hole-fundamentals

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Nerdy Show Interviews: Samurai Jack's Genndy Tartakovsky and Brad Neely

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.Coming to you from San Diego Comic Con, join Cap and Jess for press round tables with [adult swim]'s finest. We speak with animation legend, Genndy Tartakovsky, creator of Samurai Jack and Symbionic Titan, about Jack's return to TV on [adult swim] and what's in store for an older, wiser and more TV-MA Jack in his final adventure. We also roll deep with the creative team of Brad Neely's Harg Nallin' Sclopio Peepio including the eponymous creator and executive producers Daniel Weidenfeld and Dave Newberg who you may know from the exploits of Baby Cakes and The Professor Brothers over in China, IL.Plus, get a preview of the other goodies in store as bonus features from Cap's summertime travel. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/08/nerdy-show-interviews-samurai-jack-genndy-tartakovsky-brad-neely/ ‎

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Episode 269 :: Summertime Show & Tell

Tue, 09 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!For the Nerdy Show crew the busiest, craziest days of the summer are over... and we've brought souvenirs! From San Diego Comic Con, to Camp Fangamer, to the mean streets of LA's Little Tokyo, to... the inside of Brandon's butt. (Hint: if you've scrutinized this episode's artwork, you've gotten a sneak preview).Join Cap, Jess, Brandon, and boR for first hand accounts of celebrity conversations including the cast of The Man in the High Castle, Samurai Jack creator Genndy Tartakovsky, filmmaker Luc Besson, and more. Hear the happs from SDCC including the Ash Vs. The Evil Dead panel and the Her Universe fashion show among others. Jess speaks on Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the strange new entry in the series. Brandon shuffles out short reviews for games including Dex and Hyper Light Drifter; boR gets into it with a fan over guild hangouts in World of Warcraft, and the gang at large discuss new developments in some of the strangest sci-tech news from last year. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/08/nerdy-show-269-summertime-show-tell

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Nerdy Show :: Stream Team Takeover 2: Wonder Beard and Friends

Wed, 03 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions, interviews, and sometimes unexpected diversions... Like this one!It's summer time, and you know what that means: SUMMER SEQUELS. One year ago, the Stream Team, Nerdy Show's Twitch crew, hijacked Nerdy Show's airwaves with their shenanigans. With Cap still on the road to elsewhere we figured: WHY NOT AGAIN!Join Wonder Beard (SteveO), Deadpan (Trench), Wolfman (David) and the PUN-Isher (Tony) as they discuss the games they're playing, the games they're looking forward to, and the games they wish weren't a thing; as the the Stream Team's sordid continuity barrels onward.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/08/nerdy-show-stream-team-takeover-2-wonder-beard-and-friends

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Nerdy Show 268 :: Beyond Onion Discovery

Wed, 27 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!After Cap left on a 2 week mission to Comic Con and Camp Fangamer, the rest of the Nerdy Show crew have been left adrift.Join your new captain, boR, as he leads an away mission into uncharted realms of topical nerd discussion with ensigns Brandon, Doug, and Tony. Along the way they discuss Star Trek: Beyond, Star Trek: Discovery, MegaBots, Steam sale acquisitions, Overwatch patch notes, Witcher 3, Mr. Robot, World of Warcraft: Legion, and more Comic Con trailers than you can shake a tribble at.But wait, there's more! Doug gives us an update on the progress of one of our dumbest/ best ideas ever: Spider Simulator! What happens when Brandon brings onions to a podcast recording? Can they successfully pull off making an episode of their own? To find out, you have but to ENGAGE.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/07/nerdy-show-268-beyond-onion-discovery/

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Nerdy Show Book Club :: Episode 13 :: Into the Pop Culture Garbage Hole

Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

From the pages of Nerdy Show – it’s Nerdy Show Book Club! In these literary episodes, we share the books we’re currently reading, do dramatic readings from the best and worst nerd literature, talk with notable geek authors, and discuss a book we’ve read along with the community.When you consume a ton of media, it's inevitable that you'll come face-to-face with some tentacle-waving garbage monster of obscure pop culture. The question is: is it bad bad or good bad? Will you find surprising brilliance to unnecessary direct-to-video sequels of classic films? Can a blatant sampling of the best-known sci-fi media of the past 30 years provide a fresh perspective? Real monkey/ typewriter/ Shakespeare kinda stuff.Join Cap, Colin, Denika, and Brandon as they plummet into the recesses of the pop culture garbage hole: an inevitably frequent stopover for any nerd with a media addiction. Our Read-Along Book for this episode is Ready Player One author, Ernest Cline's Armada. Can this modern day retelling of The Last Starfighter (and many other nerd staples) stand aside his dazzling debut? We also dabble in dystopian fiction, discuss the metaphysics of simulation theory as told by a thought-form entity, and read from a young reader adaptation of Mortal Kombat: the movie.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/07/nerdy-show-book-club-episode-13-into-the-pop-culture-garbage-hole

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Episode 267 :: Poké Stuff & Mallow Fluff

Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings! At long last, our Augmented Reality prophecy has come true! After years of speculation on what the AR future could hold, the unprecedented power of Pokémon has thrown society headlong into virtual monster madness. With Pokémon GO, throngs of nerds and normies alike are meandering through the streets at all hours; disturbing the peace, connecting with total strangers, and even discovering bodies. Join Cap, boR, Jess, and Brandon and we enter this bold, new world. We share tales of our Pokémon GO exploits, gripes with the game, and all the amazing and strange ways that the entire planet has been reacting to this virtual invasion. But that's not all - we also indulge in a crazy snack we dreamed up on this very show, brought to life: Ecto Cooler Twinkies! Plus, more substantive video game experiences, awesome cartoons, and our apprehension for the new Ghostbusters. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2016/07/nerdy-show-267-pokemon-go/ ‎

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Terranigma and the Quintet Legacy

Tue, 05 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.

This episode spotlights one of the greatest video games you've never heard of: Terranigma. Those who know it, regard it as among the greatest RPGs of the Super Nintendo era, if not of all-time. This is no mere tale of sword and sorcery, Terranigma taps into the duality of life and the contradictory nature of the human existence. It's the story of Ark, a reckless young man from outside time, who's charged with resurrecting Earth and human culture from global extinction.

The game is heavy stuff, and it's not alone. Terranigma is one in a series of thematically-linked titles made by the studio Quintet, along with likewise revered games: Soul Blazer, Illusion of Gaia, Act Raiser, and Granstream Saga. In this extra-length Microsode we discuss them all, but to do so we need some help... Cat and Brandon are joined by Lauren the Flute of VGM band, The Returners and Adil Mohyuddin of Fangamer to expand on the complexities of one of our favorite games.

Whether you're a long-time fan, or this is the first you're hearing of the game, this is a journey through a classic you won't soon forget. And if you enjoy this episode, be sure to come out to Camp Fangamer in Tucson, AZ July 29-31 where Cat, Lauren, and Adil are expanding this discussion into a panel!

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Episode 266 :: Game OverLOAD

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!'Tis the season of massive game announcements! E3 has come and gone, and for the first year in six years we weren't there to witness it firsthand. But even without the hands-on experiences there's still a ton of games to take in. In this episode we share the forthcoming titles that have us the most excited: the latest Zelda, the first independent game from Hideo Kojima, new weirdness from Quantic Dream, and so much more.Join Cap, boR, Nicky and Brandon as they nerd out about the followups to series they love, and speculate on what's to come in all-new titles. Plus: Cap reviews the much-buzzed Mighty No 9 and has a contrary opinion to the title's detractors, Brandon reveals a secret talent, and a surprising suggestion for the ultimate nerd workout.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/06/nerdy-show-266-game-overload/

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Nerdy Show Microsode :: Jessica's Japanese Vacation

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into super-specific discussions and interviews.In this episode we're catching up with Nerdy Show host Jessica who's returned from a two week adventure in the geek mecca: Japan.Japan's got no shortage of intrigue - from mountain temples to sweat-flavored candies - so Cap and boR sat down with Jess to hear all about her fortnight of frolicking in The Land of the Rising Sun. Hear about the rad stuff on display at the Sailor Moon 20th Anniversary Exhibition, power plays by hot spring monkeys, warm pancake beverages, truly foreign takes on sex and gender, a stay in the famed robot hotel, and much more!Hajimemashou!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/06/jessicas-japanese-vacation/

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Episode 265 :: The Bun IS The Fish!

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!This episode we're all about awesome new TV and movies, savory snacks (with and without fish), and sci-tech. Discover whether Preacher is expanding the classic comic story or veering wildly off-course, thrill to our first taste of the new Voltron, and the main event: Warcraft - is it good?! Let Nerdy Show's Warcraft review steer you right.Join Cap, bor, Denika, and Brandon as they abolish fun and violate you with cold hard facts such as the Reptillian conspiracy of Build-A-Bear, and why vacuum tubes are the future. Plus there's awesome new versions of old video games, the resurrected flavor of our favorite ghostly fruit drink, the potential of orcs in cars, and the continuing adventures of our culinary genius knows no bounds, which clearly knows no bounds.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/06/nerdy-show-265-fish-bun/ ‎

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Episode 264 :: Microsode: Drunk Game Boy History

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into the super-specific with listener-requested discussions and interviews.In this episode, we pay tribute to the undisputed king of handheld gaming, the Nintendo Game Boy, by chronicling nearly 30 years of Game Boy history. The catch? These amateur video game historians are drunk! From the system's humble prehistory as the Game & Watch, to its legendary "chunky" years, and beyond; we discuss its storied legacy and myriad iterations.Join Cap, Brandon, Arkais, La Valle, and Friday Night Fanfiction/ Overclocked Remix's Stevo aka Level99 over drinks. Arkais has brought along his massive collection of Game Boys and accessories, not to mention Kalua - so you know this is a party. We share not just the system's history, but our own personal stories with Game Boy, including some too horrible to even hint at here. Plus Stevo lends his expertise as a game music remixer to share what's so special about Game Boy's chipset and how it birthed chiptunes. All this and more, thanks to Hugh O’Donnell – the Nerdy Show fan who requested this topic.Play it loud, bitches.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/06/nerdy-show-264-drunk-game-boy-history/ ‎

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Episode 263 :: Hail Hydra

Wed, 01 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!The tables have turned in the comic world! DC Rebirth is hitting comic fans in the feels and potentially heralding a new era of the much maligned comics company cleaning up the grimdark mess they've made. Meanwhile, Marvel has incited the rage of fair-weather fans with a shocking Captain America cliffhanger that's solicited death threats and become a meme sensation.Join Cap, boR, Trench, and special guest host, Stevo of Friday Night Fanfiction as they take on the comics controversy. Discover the cinema sensation that Stevo is woefully late to, be warned about shady tech crowdfunding, sample some of the finest sexy spam, and learn how to torment Tony with fire.Hail Hydra.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/06/nerdy-show-263-hail-hydra/

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Episode 262 :: Moogfest 2016 with Gary Numan

Wed, 25 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into the super-specific with listener-requested discussions and interviews.Moogfest has returned! This nearly uncategorizable symposium of sight and sound has dazzled us in every instance of its intermittent incarnation and this year it materialized in Durham, NC. It's part electronic music festival, part sci-tech convention where music legends and futurists meet for an uncanny synthesis of ideas and experiences.It was a hi-fi weekend, but this is a low-fi recording as Cap and Bryan recount their adventures LIVE from within a Chevy Volt and running on little to no sleep as they make the trip from North Carolina back to Orlando. Hear about their favorite performances, the mysteries of technoshamaism, the suppressed history of women's role in 20th century computing, vastly differing transhumanist views, the strange circumstance of cyborg pedicure performance art, and even an interview with New Wave legend, Gary Numan!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/05/nerdy-show-262-moogfest-2016-with-gary-numan

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Episode 261 :: Poseidon's Kiss

Tue, 17 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!This episode of Nerdy Show has gone to pot. We're joined by special guest host, Derpy Show's NeoFaust, who incites a magical journey on myriad tangents spanning the globe. Discover the rancid touch of Poseidon's Kiss, the perils of pooping in rural Japan, tour a fusion reactor, even get bit by a vulture! Yes, these are real things that happened!But our expeditions into the strange aren't the end of Cap, boR, Brandon, and NeoFaust's ramblings - heavens no. We share our thoughts on Captain America: Civil War, lament the inexplicable death of Disney Interactive and many of our favorite shows on ABC, our favorite characters in Overwatch, the excitement of Uncharted 4... Plus, by listener request, experience boR's controversial music opinions, and a motivational speech on The Lord Baby Jesus by Father Grandfather!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/05/nerdy-show-261-poseidons-kiss/

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Nerdy Show Book Club :: Episode 12 :: Journey Into Mythic Fiction

Wed, 11 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

From the pages of Nerdy Show – it’s Nerdy Show Book Club! In these literary episodes, we share the books we’re currently reading, do dramatic readings from the best and worst nerd literature, talk with notable geek authors, and discuss a book we’ve read along with the community.It's been an obscene amount of time since we cracked open Book Club, but neither hell, nor high water, nor the waning attention spans of modern man can hold us back from our quest for enthralling brain-pictures. Join Cap, Colin, Brandon, and Denika as they share what they read during our long absence and we discuss our community read-along: Neil Gaiman's grim fairytale, The Ocean at the End of the Lane.Explore the dark truths of Denika's late night reading, Colin's frustrations with Earthsea, and a true story of a sexual awakening from The Shaggy Dog while growing up raised by early 20th century pseudoscience. Then, indulge in an exhilarating reading from read the Gooflumps classic, Stay Out of The Bathroom. And finally wander into the haunting and beautiful world of our featured book with a spoiler-free discussion (and a safely quarantined spoilerific one at the end) as well as a dramatic reading. What's the difference between mythic fiction, magical realism, and other arbitrary literary genres? Discover the answers (or not) within!For links and more info, head tot he main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/05/nerdy-show-book-club-mythic-fiction/

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Episode 260 :: The Screen Door Effect

Tue, 03 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!This just in: crushing disappointment. After much VR excitement we've finally got our hands on and HTC Vive but all is not well in the virtual world. Turns out it's not only the Lawnmower Man one must fear, but also the dreaded "screen door effect". We also discuss the future of Rick and Morty, the surprising fact of the most frequent enemy in first person shooters, and a new face in the presidential race whose background in government-funded time travel makes him an ideal candidate. Join Cap, boR, Tony, and Doug as we get to the truth about VR's future, Sasquatch endangerment, discover what Doug's Miitomo addiction hasto do with the Third Reich, and much more.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/05/nerdy-show-260-the-screen-door-effect/

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Episode 259 :: Microsode: Batman Beyond #Schway

Wed, 27 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into the super-specific with listener-requested discussions and interviews.This time we're raising hell on the crime-ridden, neon-soaked streets of Neo-Gotham and discussing one of our favorite spins on the Batman mythos: Batman Beyond. This late-90s animated series spun out of the critically-acclaimed Batman the Animated Series, and surprised our younger selves with a wise-craking Batman in an even grimmer world.Join Cap, Doug, Briggs, La Valle, and Tony as we share our love for this schway TV series, its surprising origins, the movie adaptations that almost happened, DC's mishandling of the character in the comics, and even some hope for what's to come.What torrid hookups are happening in the Batmobile? How did Alfred die? All this and more thanks to Joshua Westphal – the Nerdy Show fan who requested this topic. #SchwayFor links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2016/04/nerdy-show-259-batman-beyond-schway

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Episode 258 :: Podcasts For Dangerous Humans

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Spring has sprung for the world of pop culture and new and exciting things are a foot! Some of the biggest video games of the season are now in beta, and we've tried them all: Overwatch, Battleborn, Doom... Plus there's recently-released titles like Pokkén Tournament and Dark Souls 3. Meanwhile, DC Comics prepares its final bid for relevance with DC Rebirth an event that just might recapture the fun of the DCU. Even if that fails, there's always Young Animal - a shocking new arm of DC helmed by My Chemical Romance's Gerard Way that's unleashing the glory days of edgy art comics on the reborn DC universe.Join Cap, boR, Nicky, and Brandon for insights from the DC Retailer Roadshow, what we loved about the betas, and what we've got beef with. Speaking of beef... Brandon brought some mysterious meat to the studio. Hear us sample strange flesh and stranger pop culture on this episode of Nerdy Show!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/04/nerdy-show-258-podcasts-for-dangerous-humans

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Episode 257 :: Microsode: Unmakable Comic Book Movies

Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into the super-specific with listener-requested discussions and interviews.In this double-length Microsode Cap is joined by THE ENTIRE CREW of Ghostbusters: Resurrection - Doug, Nina, Josh La Forge, Adam Briggs, John Poole, and Mike Wall. Their mission: to dig deep into their collective well of comic book fanaticism to share the comics they'd most love to see adapted on the big screen, but don't have a snowflake's chance in hell of being pulled off. What are the stories so crazy not even the Marvel Cinematic Universe would dare touch? What independent books would make killer features but Hollywood can't be trusted to adapt? What stories can exist only in the sequential art medium? And just how do those springs in Ranma 1/2 work, anyways?All this and more thanks to Joshua Westphal - the Nerdy Show fan who requested this topic.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/04/nerdy-show-257-microsode-unmakable-comic-book-movies

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Episode 256 :: Miitomo A-Go-Go

Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Where has the time gone, friends? If you're like us, it's been sucked into the uber timesink vortex that is Miitomo. "Hang out" with your friends and learn intimate secrets like their favorite kinds of bread. Believe it or not, it's shockingly addictive. Miraculously, there's lots more we've got to talk about!Hear our thoughts on the MOBA Paragon and the new Fallout 4 DLC. Or howabout our excitement for the return of some classic anime or the evil Terms of Service coming to an Oculus near you ? Heck, we've even got some info on how Planet X will destroy life on Earth that ISN'T a vaguely mystical conspiracy theory. Listening won't get you any Miitomo Coins, but we guarantee it'll be more rewarding.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/04/nerdy-show-556-miitomo-a-go-go/

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Episode 255 :: Nerdcasting the Multiverse

Fri, 01 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into the super-specific with listener-requested discussions and interviews. But then on rare occasions... something much more unusual happens...We're no strangers to strangeness. We've encountered real-life werewolves, experienced hauntings and close encounters; but admittedly it's been a while since we've tangled with the paranormal. Turns out the paranormal isn't done tangling with us. Our studio equipment is picking up signals from someplace... else. Fortunately we've got a spirit box to tune in, and what we found will shock you.Join Cap, Doug, boR, and Tony as we listen in on other realities and discover if our geeky programming is truly the finest in the multiverse. Learn dark truths on Greetings from Twilight Gulch, hear the most inoffensive words imaginable on Safe Words, stay vigilant in humanity's war with the Lizard Men on Scale Watchers, discover unique new foods on Quinowhaaaaa?, get sound advice from The No Fangs Radio Hour, and even listen in on a Nerdy Show from a much darker timeline. Journey with us to a new dimension in podcasting!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/03/multiverse/

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Episode 254 :: Stream Team-Up

Wed, 23 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!From the darkest depths of Twitch comes Trench and Tony of Nerdy Show's Stream Team! They're mixing it up with Cap and boR for our bi-weekly spelunking into the treacherous caverns of the nerdiverse. Can podcasting audiences handle the brute force of Tony's disarmingly liberal use of pun-based humor and Trench's love of cake?Since getting up to video game hijinks is what the Stream Team is all about then youbetcha we're talkin' 'bout some vidija games! Namely the possible coming age of cross-platform multiplayer and Tom Clancy's The Division. Does the social shooter give Destiny a run for its money? What 2nd tier Marvel comics should you be reading? How will the magic of augmented reality be used for evil? Surrender yourself to this Stream Team-Up and have all these burning questions cleared up by the Tinactin of our apt infotainment. http://nerdyshow.com/2016/03/nerdy-show-254-stream-team-up/

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Episode 253 :: Interview: Marc With A C Gets More Bacon

Wed, 16 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn’t unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we’re diving deep into the super-specific with listener-requested discussions and interviews.In this episode we spend some quality time with, nerd rocker Marc With A C as he takes listeners and hosts alike on a journey through his latest record, Unicorns Get More Bacon. This isn't just you're average interview about a new record, heck no! This is a track-by-track listening party - a veritable DVD comentary track for the story behind the whole record!Join Cap and Nerdy.FM station manager Lauren Furze (aka TheFifthSister) as they brave edgy topics like epic life fails and ethics in gaming, the necessity of providing Marc with a handmade scarf at every show, how fans influenced this record, the whereabouts of Cool Skateboard Dog, and much more. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/03/nerdy-show-253-interview-marc-with-a-c

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Episode 252 :: The Gasping of the Huntsman

Wed, 09 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings! (And business opportunities with spiders!)This episode is a pop culture plethora rife with tangents! Join Cap, boR, Doug, and Brandon for new adventures in video games: Brandon's latest batch of indie games have left him wanting, boR is jacking into the VR realm, Doug is finally communing with the current generation of consoles, and Cap is bringing the computer to the couch with Steam Link. Indulge in insightful and strange venting on The X-Files and The Muppets, find out Cap's feels on Zootopia, and learn some weird, weird factoids about Demolition Man.All this and more fun than you can shake a butt-warmed cleaver at!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/03/nerdy-show-252-the-gasping-of-the-huntsman

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Episode 251 :: Interview: 8-Bit Theater 15th Anniversary with Brian Clevinger

Wed, 02 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast isn't unloading on the latest geek news and happenings, we're diving deep into the super-specific with listener-requested discussions and interviews. This episode happens to be both of those things!This day marks the 15th anniversary of one of the most influential pieces of Internet literature from the early days of webcomics: 8-Bit Theater. A parody of all things beautiful and horrible about RPGs both on console and tabletop, this series chronicled the adventures of the so-called "Light Warriors" and trolled audiences for nine years with continual anti-climaxes. Not only is it a work of great geeky significance, it's also one near and dear to Nerdy Show's heart as it's the brainchild of one of our founding hosts: Brian Clevinger.Join Cap, Trench, Tony, Brandon as they dig up Brian's sordid, pixelated past. Learn how to quit college in style and stretch a dumb joke out for nearly a decade! Is Fighter a secret genius, or a massive tool? What's up with Black Mage's face? These questions might be answered! By listener request we also go deep into narrative RPG design theory and how the old ways of tabletop number crunching should give way to storytelling. Thanks to Kahalis, Barryeyi, and Joshua Westphal for the topics!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/03/nerdy-show-251-8-bit-theater-15th-anniversary-with-brian-clevinger

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Episode 250 :: All Up in Your PodTubes

Tue, 23 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!We're always transforming here on Nerdy Show. Or mutating, perhaps. Transcending our former iterations on our quest for geek entertainment perfection. After a long history of dabbling in video, we're finally ready to open up our studio to big brother and show you how our proverbial sausage is made.Join Cap, boR, Nikki, and Doug in our twice-a-month journey through all the most cool and unusual happenings in nerd culture - but this time you can do it in audio or video! Learn how Deadpool shattered our already high expectations and the weird tech boR tested while watching it. Get a primer for DC Rebirth; the comics company's mysterious last ditch effort to fix their abysmal sales and screwy continuity. And forget this ever happened with the latest scientific breakthroughs in erasing memories. For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2016/02/nerdy-show-250-all-up-in-your-podtubes

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Episode 249 :: Nerdy Show Season 1 Retcon

Wed, 17 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast has been going strong for seven years! That's right, we've been nerdcasting since 2009, and by listener-request we're about to travel back in time to rewrite the past. Join Nerdy Show's original team of hosts: Cap, Hex, and Brian, along with the man who accidentally masterminded the whole enterprise, Aaron, as we travel back to the basement college radio station where it all began. We thought we could leave the past buried, but Nerdy Show fan Twomper has requested that we exhume the corpse of our show's first "season". The catch? This is a retcon, baby! We're rebooting the origin story!

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Episode 248 :: Pop!, Pikachu, and Phil Collins Too

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Take a look at us now... Did you feel us coming in the air? We're back in the stu-stu-studio to talk about video games, movies, sci-tech, aaaand Cap interviewed Phil Collins. It wasn't for Nerdy Show, but he did bring an excerpt to share with the class. Hear Phil Collins talk about that one time Phil was on Miami Vice and hear Cap maybe nerd out a bit too much...But that's just one item in a shopping spree of topics! Join Cap, boR, Nicky, and Brandon as we discuss Danny DeVito's role in the future of Pokémon, Star Trek Beyond, Funko flipping, virtual sex apparatus, and more! Join us as we crack open the Kinder Egg of pop culture and succumb to the tempting choking hazards within.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/02/nerdy-show-248-pop-pikachu-and-phil-collins-too

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Episode 247 :: David Bowie Lives

Mon, 25 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Nerds are by definition outsiders. If you think differently, loose yourself in fiction or history, or do something strange that the "normies" can't categorize, you're certain to find yourself walking a more solitary path. Lucky us the way ahead has been lit by the luminary nerds before us. Luckier still that we lived in a world with David Bowie, a nerd who transformed our reality into a weirder, wilder, geekier place.Join Cap and Marc With A C, two Bowie-obsessed peoploids, as they share their love of this Lad Insane and personal stories of how the Thin White Duke changed their lives. It's a crash course for the ravers and the novices too with tales from deep in small town record bins and long-forgotten shopping malls, a first-hand account of the longest show Bowie ever played, and strange or little-known facts about the wild-eyed boy from Brixton. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/01/nerdy-show-247-david-bowie-lives/

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Episode 246 :: The Gene Pool: Human-Animal Hybrids and the Deadpool Movie

Tue, 19 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!No doubt about it - reality is getting stranger by the day. When scientists are citing sci-fi fears of human-animal hybridization as a danger too real to risk, we're officially off the deep end. Whether we go the route of Animal Farm, Island of Dr. Moreau, or even an anthropomorphic utopia; Nerdy Show will be there for off-color commentary on this crazy nerd world of ours.Meanwhile, in other laboratory fiction: our favorite Merc With A Mouth, Deadpool is finally hitting the big screen in a true to form adaptation of his murderous misadventures. Or at least we hope it's true to form... Join Cap, boR, Jess, and Doug as we take on the fan-requested topic of the upcoming film as well as get you hip to the latest craze: Pocket Mortys! We swap stories of collecting an entourage of young boys and making them battle - similar to, but legally-distinct from Pokémon. That's far from all - tune in for your weekly dose of comics, video games, sci-tech, and film!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/01/nerdy-show-246-deadpool-movie/

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Episode 245 :: Boost Your Brain with Monkeys and Cocaine!

Tue, 12 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Remember our episode "Fallout... Of Reality"? This is the second half of that episode! We spent so much time talking about video games, we had to corral all our sci-tech, comics, and TV/Movies into this episode.Join Cap, boR, Doug, and Jess for a journey into the unusual! What does feeding cocaine to monkeys have to do with future of memory boosting brain chips? Discover how Aaron linked My Chemical Romance to the future of DC's Doom Patrol. Do international space mining protocols allow for alien slavery? What about space piracy - will the coolness outweigh the horror? Or what about simpler questions like, what are our favorite shows from the Fall 2014 set and how can we subscribe to all the services needed to watch them?Oh - and BTW, this episode was recorded in late November 2015 so if the timeline seems off... that's why! Check out our previous episode for a bit more info on our year-end scheduling pandemonium.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2016/01/nerdy-show-245-boost-your-brain/

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Episode 244 :: Pardon Our Mess or... Doug is Sad He's Not DiCaprio

Tue, 05 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Spiraling from the year-end chaos the holidays bring comes... Nerdy Show!If this is your first episode, let us stop you right here folks. Perhaps we can direct you to our Greatest Hits page where you'll find our finest adventures. THIS episode goes deep. In some cases, Inception deep. Before we return to your regularly scheduled Nerdy Show, we wanted to do an impromptu community update explaining where we've been, where we are, and where we're headed.Join Cap and Doug for an unedited community update ramble through the craziness that comes from the year's end, the various Nerdy Show productions in development, and on a completely unrelated note: a dream Cap had starring Tim and Eric, John C. Reilly, Leonardo DiCaprio, and a cast of performers in flesh-colored banana suits. We've also got some tips for what YOU can do to help Nerdy Show get a leg up in this competitive, crazy podcast world. In the months to come we'll keep you posted on what we're cooking up and how you can help - and on the flip side let us know how we can better serve your infotainment needs!xoxox For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2016/01/nerdy-show-244-pardon-our-mess-or-doug-is-sad-hes-not-dicaprio

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Episode 243 :: The 2015 FINAL BOSS – Top 20 Nerdy Things of the Year!

Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings - and in this case all the greatest geeky happenings of the year!It's the moment you've been waiting all year for: your friends at Nerdy Show have once more completed the impossible (and some argue unnecessary) task of ranking the Top 20 Nerdiest Things of the Year. Our list heralds from all facets of society: from science to game shows and pop culture to technology. We've run the gamut, collected a host of nerdy topics, and ranked them on a completely arbitrary and unscientific scale.Join Cap, boR, Jon, Jess, Doug, and Brandon on a Magical Mystery Tour through the peculiar future-present landscape of this strange and amazing year. Not only do we have to distill an entire year of achievements down to 20 items and a smattering of superlatives, but we've only got three minutes on the timer to describe them! The clock is literally ticking as all that was 2015 comes to an explosive end. Listen in as we relive and reveal everything that made the year great.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/12/nerdy-show-2015-final-boss-top-20-nerdy-things-of-the-year

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Episode 242 :: Fallout... of Reality

Mon, 30 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network’s flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Fallout 4 is out now, and frankly it's a miracle that we managed to stop playing it to record an episode, let alone release one. Yes, Nerdy Show is getting lost in the post-apocalyptic Bostonian abyss of Bethesda's latest masterwork. Join Cap, boR, Doug, and Jess as we share our thoughts on the new game and some of our first experiences after stumbling out of the Vault.Even with the momentous undertaking of fighting off Synths and scavenging every last useful piece of junk, the gaming world is positively radiating with news and goings on. We discuss Nintendo's sleeper hit of the season: TriForce Heroes, as well as the latest from Blizzard. The trailer for Duncan Jones' Warcraft film is out and it's been the subject of equal parts excitement, disappointment, and heated debate. We poll the Nerdy Show hosts and fan community for thoughts and then let boR go to work with all the nuanced continuity many of us missed. There's also the small matter of Overwatch, the next big thing from Blizzard which could make all your cartoony science adventure / superhero dreams come true.Tune in for the games and stay tuned for next week as we move on to the rest of pop culture!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/12/nerdy-show-242-fallout-of-reality

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Episode 241 :: Microsode: Monster Hunter

Tue, 17 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Ah, the thrill of the hunt. In this listener-requested Microsode the Nerdy Show crew explores the kill or be killed world of the game series Monster Hunter. Whip up some paintballs and pack a whetstone - there's purple dinosaurs to be slain.Join Cap, Brandon, Jonathan and Andrew from Wicked Anime, and Briggs and Wall from Ghostbusters: Resurrection as they roast meat (so tasty!) and share their feels on the wild hunt. Some of them are completely new to the series and need an introduction to what's made these games an international phenomena, decidedly different from your Digimons and your Pokémons. Others are seasoned Monster Hunter veterans with many a monster head mounted on their wall. And then there's Brandon, who's sassy from gin and ready to vent on why he can't stand the games.Does he have a point, or does he just need to "get good"? Thanks to Nerdy Show supporter, Korrik, you're about to find out.For links and more info. head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/11/nerdy-show-241-microsode-monster-hunter

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Episode 240 :: Microsodes: Arcade Games & Fighting Games

Tue, 10 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

We're hittin' the arcades and those sticky, day-glo carpets are gonna be blood-soaked! In this episode of Nerdy Show we've mashed up two listener requested Microsode topics: Arcade Games and Fighting Games and we've got so much to say it's gone overtime.Join Cap, Brandon, Jonathan and Andrew from Wicked Anime, and Briggs and Wall from Ghostbusters: Resurrection as we recollect on the titles of our misspent youth in 90s arcades - from classic titles to the most obscure cabinets we can remember. Hear our triumphs in those darkened, hallowed grounds as well as our greatest defeats. Then it's on to that special subset of the arcade that made its way to the home console: fighting games. What's the difference between fighting games, beat 'em ups, and sports titles? What are our favorite games and who are our mains? And what are some of the weirdest early 90s fighters we can remember? All these and more, just INSERT COIN.Thanks to Sean Redd and Hexual for the topics and come see Cap and Aaron at NC Comicon in Durham, NC November 13-15.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/11/nerdy-show-240-arcade-games-fighting-games

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Episode 239 :: Truly Outlandish!

Fri, 30 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network's flagship podcast unloads on the latest geek news and happenings!Glamour, glitter, fashion, and debatable Internet notoriety: Nerdy Show, Nerdy Show is our name. And we might not have super-advanced computers capable of projecting realistic holograms from wearable microprojectors, but dammit we've got opinions about people who do. Or don't, as the case may be with the film adaptation of Jem and the Holograms. Yup, we've got an Jem and the Holograms review, and you might be surprised by what you hear.And that's not even remotely all! We share our hands-on feels about Metal Gear Solid 5 and Guitar Hero Live - both setting baffling new precedents in gaming. We weight the possibility of that alien Dyson sphere rumor being legit. We recommend some rad comics and some dope shows! Heck, we even talk about that Harry Potter sequel... stage play... thing.Join Cap, boR, Trench, and Brandon as we explore the strange pleasure of attaching people and animals to balloons, go to Gramma Jail, and indulge in debaucherous nerdy discourse. Truly outlandish!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/11/nerdy-show-239-truly-outlandish

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Episode 238 :: Nerdy Show Goes Back to the Future

Tue, 20 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network‘s flagship podcast pours over the latest geek news and happenings!Great Scott! It's October 21st, 2015! You know, the future?Well look, we might be 15 Jaws movies short of perfection, but at least the much-prophesied future brought you Nerdy Show, right? At least we're not living a multi-national lie of shadow governments controlled by lizard people, right? That would be absurd. Anyone who told you that was clearly a nut job and you should probably call the human police on them. That is the normal thing to do. Fact is, we're hard at work on hoverboards and self-lacing sneakers. Clearly the future-present is a-okay. Maybe the Cubs will even win someday.Join Cap, boR, Nicky, and Doug as we go back to Back to the Future, share complicated feelings about Pepsi products, play Rock Band 4 and Star Wars: Battlefront, take bowel advice from a unicorn, recommend an unnecessary sequel that has no right being good, and definitely don't crack open a conspiracy concerning subterranean reptillians' iron-fisted control over the U. S. of A. Seriously, who even believes that?For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/10/nerdy-show-238-back-to-the-future

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Episode 237 :: Interview: Chamber Band Brave The Hunger Games

Tue, 13 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network‘s flagship podcast pours over the latest geek news and happenings!Join us as we hang out with some of the most artful purveyors of Nerd Music on the scene: Chamber Band! You may remember when we spoke to them about their debut record Deities, or perhaps when they made it into the upper echelon of our Top 20 Nerdy Things of 2013. These rockers, who stole our hearts with their emotionally upending songs from the world of Dungeons & Dragons, have returned to conquer a whole new corner of the nerd kingdom: The Hunger Games. But, like their former record, this new album doesn't require fandom to be a fan - these nerdy nuances highlight bigger themes that anyone can connect with.Join Cap and Nerdy.FM station manager Lauren Furze (aka TheFifthSister) as they're joined by Ellen, Chris, A. Sarr, and Sam of Chamber Band for a journey into this new record: Careers. This episode journeys through the record with background on each track, songwriting stories, and tales from the road. Cap has zero Hunger Games experience, so Lauren and Chamber Band light the way - sharing how they got into the series, what they connected with, and what made it into the album.This interview first appeared as a Nerdy.FM album-release listening party - October 5th, 2015.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/10/nerdy-show-237-interview-chamber-band

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Episode 236 :: Buy Your Way to Cool

Mon, 05 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network‘s flagship podcast pours over the latest geek news and happenings!Have we got a deal for you, Nerdy Show fans. Coolness is at your fingertips, and just by reading this sentence you're already one step closer. With our trademarked Buy Your Way to Cool Self-Embetterment System™ you can enhance your freshness with minimum harsh burns. If you can envision it, then you're envisioning it wrong. The secret is in your wallet, and we'll show you how.In this "totally ill"episode, Nerdy Show hosts Cap, boR, Jessica, and Doug provide dynamic lifestyle enhancement fundamentals. Unlock the secrets of a Soylent diet, shave with lasers, and that's only the beginning. We're also offering introductory courses to pop culture fundamentals: The future of Pacific Rim 2 and the deadly Hollywood politics surrounding it, The Muppets' return to TV, Back to the Future's 30th Anniversary, and debates on the retro-nosalgia validity of Turbo Kid and Kung Fury. Dope!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/10/nerdy-show-236-buy-your-way-to-cool

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Special Bulletin :: The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

A special announcement this week! Check out our 8-part RPG miniseries, The Call of Cthulhu Mystery Program:http://nerdyshow.com/cthulhu/Our feed for all our dramatic programming:http://nerdyshow.com/theatre/

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Episode 235 :: Nerdy Show GO

Tue, 22 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Every other week, The Nerdy Show Network's flagship podcast pours over the latest geek news and happenings!It's a weird, wild new world for Nintendo nerds. The Big N has announced their first push into the mobile games market (beyond their own hardware) and they've come out balls a-blazing. Pokémon GO brings Pokémon to Earth in an augmented reality experience that's still very much under wraps. We speculate on what's to come and how deep Nintendo can deliver on their pitch for a world teeming with cute, freaky creatures.But that's just the tip of the proverbial iceberg in this ill-fated pleasure cruise. We switch from A.R. to V.R. as we investigate The VOID, a new company hoping to be the next big thing in interactive entertainment; discuss the dubious announcement of Animorphs, one of our favorite 90s book series, hitting the big screen; and critique the latest iteration of Starcraft.Join Cap, boR, Luke, and Trench for all this and more, including another of Cap's weird dreams and the return of our old segment, Luke's Late to Everything! This installment: The Rocketeer!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/09/nerdy-show-235-nerdy-show-go/

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Episode 234 :: Microsode - All About Bebop

Sat, 12 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Zibbitty bop ze-wow, Nerdy Show hepcats! We're coming at ya with an all-new Nerdy Show Microsode. That's a short episode where YOU fine folks tell us what to groove to. In this episode, Nerdy Show listener, Jack Oats has challenged us to talk about bebop. But what kind of bebop? Well, that's up to us to decide.Join Cap, boR, Luke, and Trench as we attempt to suss out the musical movement from our cursory knowledge of jazz and then connect the dots to things we actually know about: pop culture of the past 20 years. If you've ever been curious about space fairing anime, incompetent pig-men, or refreshments beneath the ocean's waves - this one's for you. And even if you're fluent in those subjects we might have a trick or two up our sleeves. What's the secret to Captain Murphy's primal screams? What happens when you mix Tron, Michael Jackson, and retromutagen ooze? If you don't click play, you're koo-koo-crazy.For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2015/09/nerdy-show-234-all-about-bebop/

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Episode 232 :: The Age of Automation: Our Robotic Future

Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Ever getting that sinking, Singularity blues?The 21st Century is shaping up to be that much-prophecised age of exponential change for the human condition. If catastrophic climate change doesn't get us, then we're well on track to building a robotopia. But is a world where all basic jobs are done by 'bots a good thing? Are we destined for an opulent Star Trek future, or something more like Elysium with the ruling class hovering above the rest of us?Join Cap, Jess, Jon, and Doug as we journey deep into sci-tech - evaluating the latest variations on the automated man and considering what futures a robotic workforce will create. Maybe hard-working, red-blooded Americans will feel the bite of cold steel and the gnashing of corporate teeth. Or perhaps we'll be able to survive the paradigm shift and humanity can focus on evolving itself through exploration, creation, and education. Now is the precipice of the coming age; take a plunge with us!Hopefully we're not diving headfirst into a Cyberdyne-led extinction!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/09/nerdy-show-232-the-age-of-automation-our-robotic-future

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State of the Empire :: Episode 15 :: The Awakening at D23

Sun, 23 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.Just when you were almost back to sleep… there has been an awakening! It’s only been two weeks since our last report and there’s already an entire episode’s worth of new Star Wars announcements to cover. The dam has officially burst, the journey to The Force Awakens has truly begun, and the world is on the precipice of descending into Star Wars mania.The epicenter of this latest spike in activity is D23, Disney’s expo celebrating all their various properties and projects. Our very own Matt Spill was on-site to bear witness to the reveal of the cast of Rogue One, new insights from Episode VII, and the announcement that not only is a Star Wars land coming to Disney Parks, but that it’s their biggest, boldest project to date.Join Cap, Doug and Matt as we discuss the possibilities this immersive Star Wars theme park represents, peruse the catalog of forthcoming action figures for hints at Force Awakening secrets, and even glean a dark prophecy from a spiral-bound notebook at Wal-Mart.We’ll see you again in another two weeks for Force Friday!For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2015/08/sote-episode-15-d23/

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Episode 231 :: Giant Robot Gladiators: An Interview with MegaBots

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

As nerds we've been fed our entire lives with dreams of sci-fi destinies. Many of these grand dreams fizzled at the onset of the 21st century, but there's one that you'll have to pry from our cold, dead hands: giant robots. We want to see towering steel goliaths do battle with massive missile launchers and insane blades, and we want to see it now.That glorious future has arrived, dear friends - thanks to MegaBots. These all-American Robot Jox have built their own giant robot and challenged Japan's finest giant robosmiths, Suidobachi Heavy Industry, to a duel. The challenge was accepted and now the race is on to soup up their robo chariot into a melee fighting mecha Rocky. We're joined by MegaBots' Matt Oehrlei and Gui Cavalcanti at the dawn of their Kickstarter quest to supercharge America's robot champion: The Mark II.Hear Cap and Trench alongside Atomic Robo creative team/ fictional robot experts Brian Clevinger and Scott Wegener geek out with the MegaBots guys over Mech Warrior and Battletech, get the details on all the Mark II's possible upgrades, discuss their roboticist origins working for The Man, ejector seat feasibility, and much more. Plus, catch up with the latest Atomic Robo news and thrill to the 21st century's other emerging future sport: VR drone racing!USA! USA!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/08/nerdy-show-231-giant-robot-gladiators-an-interview-with-megabots

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State of the Empire :: Episode 14 :: Young Han Solo in... 21 Parsecs

Sat, 08 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.Since Star Wars Celebration there's been a whirlwind of news from the galaxy far, far away. New films announced, new games announced, new comics announced, new secrets from The Force Awakens, and rumors galore! We stand now on the precipice of a transmedia blitz that could surpass even the mayhem of The Phantom Menace... and that's just the beginning.We're also reeling over the announcement that the young Han Solo film is a real thing that's happening. With the directors of 21 Jump Street at the helm, we can only hope that "21 Parsecs" is as cool as we're imagining and that young Lando is along for the ride. The speculation doesn't end there - we've got new insights into all the currently announced Star Wars films, and even some that haven't been announced, as well as discussions on the glory of Micro Machines, the surprising significance of Sullust, our theories surrounding the unexpected return of Wicket, and inexplicable TaleSpin conversation, and much, much more.So grab some Butterfinger BB8s and your Takodana Taco Bell Meal with Kylo Wren drink topper, and chew over the latest Star Wars news.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/08/state-of-the-empire-episode-14-young-han-solo-in-21-parsecs

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Nerdy Show Book Club :: Episode 11 :: Read 'Til You Puke!

Sun, 02 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

From the pages of Nerdy Show – it’s Nerdy Show Book Club! In these literary episodes, we share the books we’re currently reading, do dramatic readings from the best and worst nerd literature, talk with notable geek authors, and discuss a book we’ve read along with the community.It’s been an eon since Nerdy Show Book Club last convened and we’re backed up with awesome books to talk about! We’re rekindling the Book Club flame – not just as a returning segment of Nerdy Show, but as its own standalone program. Join Cap and Colin for this catch-up episode where they share their favorite reads from this unexpected hiatus.We’ve got follow-up discussions from our interviews with Michael Grant (Animorphs, BZRK) and Greg Weisman (Gargoyles, Rain of the Ghosts), heavy reading, hard-boiled pulp stories, and a dramatic reading of 90s literary masterpiece: Gooflumps: Eat Cheese and Barf! So click on the reading lamp, catch up on our belated community read-along, and crack open this new episode of Book Club!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/08/nerdy-show-book-club-11/

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Episode 230 :: Putting the "Sci" Back Into "Sci-Fi": An Interview With FutureDude's Jeffrey Morris

Sat, 25 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

If you're exhausted with supposedly "sci-fi" summer blockbusters coming up short, you're not the only one. Introducing FutureDude an entertainment company dedicated to better living through science.Cap and Jessica caught up with FutureDude mastermind, Jeffrey Morris, at San Diego Comic Con celebrating a year of exciting projects. They're conquering every medium with hard sci-fi stories: film, animation, comics, and beyond. From the dimension-hopping Parallel Man, to the undersea survival tale, Oceanus, Morris is building an empire of thrilling stories charged with the adventurous spirit that constantly eludes mainstream media.We discuss the hazards of forging a decidedly different path, growing up dreaming of the future, and the cool projects to come. Plus Cap and Jess share the latest announcements from The Nerdy Show Network.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/07/nerdy-show-230-putting-the-sci-back-into-sci-fi-an-interview-with-futuredudes-jeffrey-morris

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Episode 229 :: PBS MOBA PLZ

Fri, 17 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Do not adjust your TV! Particularly because you’re listening to a podcast and not actually watching anything you silly-billy. Cap is on a whirlwind tour around the country, and you know what that means…HE’S LEFT THE STUDIO UNATTENDED!!The Stream Team has seized the opportunity to take control of Nerdy Show’s airwaves. Who is the Stream Team you ask? Join Stevo and David of Friday Night Fanfiction, Nerdy Show Community Manager Trench and Nerdy Show’s Drawfriend Tony as they take a break from their weekly twitch stream to discuss the latest (in that they’re the latest to discuss it) news from San Diego Comic Con, marvel at a giant robot battle actually taking place in our lifetime, try to analyze the why of Stevo’s poor gaming skills, and do their best to break each other’s brains.STREAM TEAM FOR LIFE!For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2015/07/nerdy-show-229-pbs-moba-plz/

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Episode 228 :: Babies, Raccoons, and Fairyland with Skottie Young

Sat, 11 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Coming to you live from San Diego Comic Con it's... not an episode about San Diego Comic Con - but it is about comics.While Nerdy Show hosts Cap and Jessica do recount some of their adventures during the biggest week in pop culture, the main event comes from last month's iteration of the best convention exclusively for comic books: HeroesCon. Cap sat down with artist/writer Skottie Young - the brains behind the Lil' Marvel Universe and all those totally adorable baby portraits of your favorite characters. But he ain't all cutesy, Young also brings the pain in the Rocket Raccoon solo book and in the forthcoming I Hate Fairyland. Hear the strange tale of how he made a career of cutsifying characters, what's to hate about Fairyland, how an artist makes a transition to writer, and even some tales of alternate reality Thundercats reboots that almost happened!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/07/nerdy-show-228-babies-raccoons-and-fairyland-with-scottie-young

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Episode 227 :: The Great Doctor Who Debate

Sun, 28 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

There's no denying that Doctor Who has completely regenerated itself. What was once a quirky, low budget British sci-fi, has become a big budget global phenomena. 50 years after its humble beginnings, the time traveling Doctor and his cadre of companions have captured the hearts of nerd and mainstream audiences alike. But it's not all love for the gallant Gallifreyan, The Doctor's got his share of detractors - some of them in Nerdy Show!In this listener-requested episode, resident Nerdy Show Whovians Nina, Tony, and Flame On!'s Bryan go head-to-head with Cap, Doug, and Briggs who've got beef with the beloved show. Whether you're a longtime fan or have kept a safe distance - this episode should get you riled up. This Doctor Who debate gives you a ringside seat for fight that pulls no punches, and even hosts on the same side aren't safe from each other. We not only deconstruct Who, but fandom at large: When does it go too far? What makes fans come back for more?We've never had an episode like this before, so power up your sonic screwdrivers or get ready to push up your glasses - this is a nerd debate for the ages.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/06/episode-227-the-great-doctor-who-debate

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Episode 226 :: E3 Report 2015

Tue, 16 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Nerdy Show returns to E3! The console's battle for living room dominance rages on, and this year everyone's a winner! It's truly the best E3 ever with more amazing and truly unique games than we can handle!We've been publishing articles all week long, but there's plenty more we haven't had a chance to share. Join Cap and Brandon for a manic distillation of their E3 experience - from the press conferences to the show floor, from the biggest games to the indies, from the day-long lines to closed door meetings. We've got it all.Horizon Zero Dawn, Uncharted 4, Mad Max, Drawn to Death, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided... And many, many more!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/06/e3-report-2015/

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Episode 225 :: Summer Fun Update

Sun, 14 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Summer is here. But with the warm weather and carefree vibe has also come... event pandemonium! So join us for a very short, very informative Nerdy Show bulletin as Cap and Brandon brief you on all the summertime goings on and conventions where you'll find us.You can get the full dates, info, etc. below, but tune in for fun conversation and even more juicy details about what's to come. If you think you'll find yourself at any of these events - let us know and we can stage a meet up!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/06/nerdy-show-225-summer-fun-update

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Episode 224 :: DC TV: The Animated Classics, The Live Action Series, & DC's New Era

Sat, 06 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

We're not timid to admit we have a love/hate relationship with DC Comics. From the spotty comics quality after the company-wide reset of continuity, to the post-Nolan films, it's fuel to send a fan fuming over mistreated characters and missed opportunities. But on TV... on TV DC reigns supreme.Beginning with Arrow and spinning out to the upcoming Legends of Tomorrow and Supergirl, the modern era of live action DC shows bring superheroics to the small screen like no other (at least most of the time). In fact, there's nothing new here - DC has ruled TV since the 1950s. In this episode, we salute the modern era of DC TV, beginning with a listener-requested discussion on Bruce Timm and Paul Dini's animated universe; from Batman: The Animated Series to Justice League Unlimited. Next we move on to the current live action universe, and finally explore the comics publisher's new initiative which might finally free the characters and creators we love from mediocrity.Join Nerdy Show hosts Cap, Tony, Aaron, Matt, and La Valle, along with Flame On!'s Bryan and Derpy Show's boR for passionate discussions on the highs and lows of DC's television adventures.For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2015/06/nerdy-show-224-dc-tv/

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Episode 223 :: Ultimate Movie Magic: Films that Perfectly Pair Practical Effects and CGI

Sun, 31 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Jurassic World is out in just a couple weeks. While many are in heated debate over whether that film is going to be pure cinema fun or another prehistoric nightmare, there's one thing we can't deny: the original Jurassic Park was a paradigm shift in the world of film making.The impact of computer generated images on the film industry has obviously been monumental - especially for nerd genres like sci-fi and fantasy. The impossible can come to life! But, despite the words of famed mathematician Dr. Ian Malcolm, "life" doesn't always find a way. Now that CGI is common place, cinema is littered with less than lifelike animation and even what was once glorious doesn't always hold up under modern scrutiny. Cinephiles agree: the best way to use CGI is sparingly and in tandem with old fashioned effects like miniatures, bigatures, animatronics, and stop motion.In this fan-requested Nerdy Show microsode we discuss films that, like Jurassic Park, blend computer graphics and practical effects for a seamless (and timeless) viewing experience. Thanks to BigBadShadowMan for the episode topic!For links and more info, visit the main episode page: http://bit.ly/1LWsmRW

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Episode 222 :: The Nasty Nerds Vs. The Nasty Boys' Brian Knobbs

Sun, 24 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Let's get ready to rrrrrrrumble! For the first time ever - Nerdy Show is taking on professional wrestling, and we're doing in a big way.In this listener-requested heavyweight championship Cap, Brandon, and Derpy Show's Chan are going up against wrestling legend Brian Knobbs of The Nasty Boys. The mythology of pro wrestling runs deep and the superheroics of the ring have become the stuff of legend. For many, this is the lone battlefield on which nerds and sports meet. The Nerdy Show crew discuss their introductions to the world of wrestling and then are joined by Knobbs to get schooled on what really goes on in ring. We talk origin stories, costume changes, trademark moves, and crazy, knife-wielding fans.But we're not just podcasting - we're vidcasting and we are in fact wrestling. This episode we've teamed up with Nerd Nation Network on YouTube so you'll not only be able to watch excerpts of our interview, but see our wrestling debut as Pink Mage (Cap), Terrorbird (Brandon), and announcer Chan challenge Knobbs in the ring and get taken to Pitty City.Thanks to Nerdy Show fan Twomper for this episode topic!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/05/nerdy-show-222-the-nasty-nerds-vs-the-nasty-boys-brian-knobbs

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Episode 221 :: Journey Into the Cyber-Net

Sun, 17 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Put on your safety glasses, 'cause Nerdy Show is soldering up some science and technology!This is a Microsode 2-pack! Microsodes are where fans choose the topics we discuss, and this is two of them mashed together. Cap and our resident sci-tech experts Jessica and Jon team up with hosts from across The Nerdy Show Network to provide expert infotainment.First up, Trench88 wants to know about cybernetics - and it turns out most of us don't really know what the word means. Brandon, along with a special guest appearance by the Fleming Bros. of Wicked Anime, do their damnedest to make pop culture comparisons. We come up with our own definition of "cybernetics" as well as put some tasteful new spins on "cybering".Next, Nerdy Show fan Viral Demon asks: "The Internet: How Does It Work?" We're joined by boR of Derpy Show and Doug, but things are not what they seem. While Cap professes his secrets of the REAL Internet, boR serves as a very un-derpy font of knowledge; dropping some raw truths and squeezing fresh Internet juice. All that plus visions of the virtual net to come, quantum computing, and the joys of holographic chat roulette.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/05/nerdy-show-221-journey-into-the-cyber-net

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Episode 220 :: Lightning Dogs Play Dead!

Sun, 10 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

THE LIGHTNING DOGS RETURN!The Lightning Dogs are everything we ever loved about sci-fi animation. Tune in as we brainstorm our 80s-inspired, post apocalyptic, action figure-ready, cartoon universe!This episode brings our two part Lightning Dogs adventure to a close... and that's not all! We embarked on this grand experiment two years ago; taking a crazy, nostalgic notion to epic extremes. Now, the first leg of The Lightning Dogs' conceptual journey comes to an end. But before we announce what comes next, we're taking one last ride through The Wasteland.Join Cap, Tony, and Doug as they elaborate on The Lightning Dogs' mission to Earth. What did they know and when did they know it?! Venturing to the planet of your gods is not a mission to be taken lightly. We also look for inspiration in building the world of The Wasteland - both the expected (classic rock album covers) and the unexpected (apocalypse prophecy). What pop culture characters do The Lightning Dogs take after? When does Glampire show his nefarious hand? And what's the deal with that "plant guy", anyway? These and many other mysteries will be mulled over in this furry finale! HOOOOwwwwl!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/05/nerdy-show-220-lightning-dogs-play-dead

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Episode 219 :: Lightning Dogs: Beware the Glampire

Fri, 01 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

THE LIGHTNING DOGS RETURN!Once again Nerdy Show returns to The Wasteland - a desolate future portrait of Earth where humanity is gone and the mutants that remain are lorded over by the villainous Glampire. The only righteous force left to tame the human world gone awry is the evolution of man's best friend - The Lightning Dogs! These canine commandos' shred through the desolate terrain on makeshift hotrods looking for answers in a world gone mad. We conceived Lightning Dogs by accident during an episode of Nerdy Show and ever since then we've been developing the concept of this animated series that never was LIVE! Our goal is to spitball this crazy idea until it's a real thing. Tune in to hear us pitch crazy concepts and debate crazier back stories. You've heard us flash out our heroes, but what about the villains? In this first part of a two-part puppy pile-up we delve into the nefarious alien, Glampire and his grotesque minion Halloween Jack!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/04/nerdy-show-219-lightning-dogs-beware-the-glampire

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Episode 218 :: State of the Empire - Revelations at Star Wars Celebration

Sun, 19 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”......Though for once we're looking in the right place - We're on site at Star Wars Celebration Anaheim!The Star Wars universe is poised to erupt in a fervor not seen since the series' debut. This weekend alone we've seen Han and Chewie return to the screen, Rebels season 2 bridge the gap between the Clone Wars and the Rebellion, Star Wars Battlefront return gamers to the frontlines, and Rogue One promise to show us a side of Star Wars we've never seen on the screen.Join Cap, Doug, Matt, and special guest host Matthew Rex as we recount our adventures in perilous lines and in-depth panels. We scavenge for secret truths and read between the lines to give you the most in depth and hypothetically accurate dish on Star Wars news in the galaxy.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/04/nerdy-show-218-state-of-the-empire-revelations-at-star-wars-celebration

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Episode 217 :: Bringing Rain of the Ghosts to Life With Greg Weisman & Eric Lopez

Thu, 09 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In the world of dramatic television animation there's few creators as revered as Greg Weisman. Chances are good you know his work: Gargoyles, Young Justice, Star Wars Rebels, or perhaps you hung out with us last year for the Greg Weismanathon when we watched over 8 hours of Weisman-penned cartoons. Enter: Rain of the Ghosts - a creator-owned project, and a startling new world that need your help if it's to come to life.Rain of the Ghosts is a novel series following the paranormal adventures of Rain Cacique, an island girl in a tourist town where all is not what it seems. Two out of the proposed nine books are out and now Greg is crowdfunding the creation of an audioplay featuring an insane cast of 20 actors - from Demona (Marina Sirtis) to Darkwing Duck (Jim Cummings). Join Cap and Tony as they discuss the novel series and the audioplay with Greg and voice actor Eric Lopez, aka Young Justice's Blue Beetle.We also hear about Greg's experience working on Star Wars Rebels, his current comic series Kanan: The Last Padawan, as well as Eric's favorite current comics, how he got the gig voicing Blue Beetle, and what would happen if Greg was given supreme comic dominion.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://bit.ly/1PycSqQ

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Episode 216 :: Unwritten History: Pop Culture That Never Came to Pass

Sun, 05 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Usually when people discuss alternate timelines it involves sweeping events in our planet's history. What if the Axis won World War 2? What if the Inca had lightning guns? But not Nerdy Show, at least not this time! No, in this episode we devote our parallel world perusing to unreleased pop culture projects: amazing films, games, and comic books that were developed but remain incomplete to this day.Join Cap, Doug, Josh, La Valle, and Tony as we lament unmade movies from some of our favorite directors - Kubrik, Lynch, Fincher, Gilliam, and many others with ideas too big for Hollywood to handle. We share the strange stories leaked from behind the scenes of all the magic that almost got made. And of course, for every amazing project that doesn't go forward, there's plenty others we're glad never saw the green light! We discuss those too alongside tragically cancelled video games, woefully mangled animation, and even an album lost to the sands of time.Thanks to AntiLuke for the episode topic!For links and more info head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/04/episode-216-unwritten-history/

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Episode 215 :: Writing Duos: Good Things Come in Pairs

Sun, 29 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Here on Nerdy Show, we give love to creators all the time. After all, talented writers, directors, artists, etc. are what make our pop culture world go 'round. But on this episode of Nerdy Show, we're going a step further and celebrating those special creators who've found their creative soul mates: writing duos.Perfectly paired partnerships truly do yield fantastic things. We consider the creators behind our favorite books (comics and text) as well as the bold duos behind films, TV, and music to examine just how their dual-brained dynamics make good ideas into great ideas. How funny would The Venture Bros. be without Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer working in tandem? How could A New Hope and Empire have become the stuff of legend without the guiding hand of Marcia Lucas to fix George's crazy?Join Cap, Denika, Luke, and La Valle as they ask these questions and more! Thanks to Ross Butler for providing the topic for this Microsode.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/03/episode-215-writing-duos/

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Episode 214 :: Food Crawl!

Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Embark with Nerdy Show on a perilous gastronomical journey! We're going on a Food Crawl - a hallowed mission undertaken by a brave few to eat at as many restaurants in a single outing as possible. No pit stops, no detours, just non-stop gnoshing. Join Cap, Colin, Brandon, and Denika for a Magical Mystery tour through the best local Orlando restaurants. You're along for the ride as we nerd out about food (and plenty else) while cruisin' through the mean streets of O-Town. Pizza? You betcha. Exciting ethnic cuisine? And how! Sandwiches with other sandwiches for buns? Oh yes. What starts as a delicious adventure spirals into a challenge of gastrointestinal fortitude as these foodies push the limits of human consumption. It's a scared quest we don't undertake lightly. We consult with the Food Crawl sage, Matt Spill and abide by Food Crawl Law. Because - as in ancient times, no Food Crawl comes to an end, no matter how well you've dined, until you hit rock bottom at Taco Bell. Thanks to Nerdy Show supporter Anna Barich for inspiring this episode! For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2015/03/episode-214-food-crawl/

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Episode 213 :: State of the Empire - The "Journey" Begins

Sat, 14 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.We're only 9 months away from the release of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens and, like a great engine of war, the rumor mill is churning! The printing presses are churning too - because we're witnessing the first signs of a transmedia blitz that's ushering in the new age of Star Wars; comics, novels, and more branded as "The Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens".Join Cap, Doug, Matt, and Tony as we embark on this "Journey" with a rough outline of what's to come and what we see on the horizon. We review the first wave of Marvel Star Wars comics, speculate on the recently-announced first Star Wars spin-off, Rogue One, and the mysterious spin-off to follow. But that's not all - our Bothan spies have been hard at work! WE OUTLINE THE ENTIRETY OF EPISODE VII. That's right, safely contained in a spoiler-proof carbonite segment at the end of the episode we merge rumors into a complete map of things to come. We know a great many "whats" and "hows" but it's up to us to fill in the outline with the all-important "whys". We also speculate on how Star Wars Rebels' new revelations connect the show with A New Hope.Tune in for the overview of the latest in Star Wars news, or boldly stick around as we look beneath the mask of the forthcoming Star Wars timeline. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/03/episode-213-state-of-the-empire-the-journey-begins

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Episode 212 :: Robots, Evil A.I., & a CHAPPiE Review Too

Sat, 07 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

What happens when you mash up both Short Circuit films, Robocop, and South African rap group Die Antwoord? We're about to find out!Enter CHAPPiE: an unusual piece of pop culture fusion from District 9 director Neill Blomkamp. It's about a police robot-turned cute, sentient robo-pal growing up on the mean streets of Johannesburg - at least in short. The film has a lot going on - so join Cap, Brandon, and Denika for our CHAPPiE review and find out if this feature can handle the server load.But first, it's only right that we prep the playing field for this newcomer on the sci-fi scene with some discussion on what's come before it. Cap is joined by Nerdy Show's sci-tech correspondents Jon and Jessica as well as Derpy Show's boR and Wicked Anime's Andrew and Jonathan to discuss the allure of robots in both reality as well as fiction and the greatest examples of artificial intelligence gone wrong.Thanks to Robert Madden and BigBadShadowMan for the Microsode topics!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/03/episode-212-chappie-review/

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Episode 211 :: Cats in Fiction

Sat, 28 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Welcome, cats and kittens, to a Nerdy Show Microsode!In this episode we gather under the light of a Jellicle moon to put on an impromptu "Naming of Cats". But we're not naming any old whiskered so-and-sos, no! We're sharing our favorite felines in all of fiction - the most profound pusses in pop culture. From the many faces of Puss in Boots to the hepest 21st century cats.Hear Cap, Tony, Chan, Denika, and Brandon caterwaul over distinguished kitties from mythology, literature, comics, video games, cartoon, film, and TV. Who are the finest feline femme fatales? What's The Aristocats' strange secret? What sounds other than "meow" do cats make? We pounce on all this and more in this special episode sponsored by indie game studio Gamawilo and their upcoming game Cat-Shaped Life!Who are your favorite cats in fiction? This humble Microsode can't contain 'em all! Let us know your favorites in the comments or on the forums!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/03/episode-211-cats-in-fiction/

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Episode 210 :: The Eye of Argon Challenge

Sun, 22 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Long, long ago... In an age of peril and wonder called the 1970s... an obtuse horror was birthed from the sullen loins of the sci-fi/ fantasy community... A horror called... "The Eye of Argon"!Join hosts from across The Nerdy Show Network around a roaring winter fire as they drink a toast to one of the most celebrated monstrosities in nerd literature.Since its first publishing in 1970, Jim Theis' "The Eye of Argon" has delighted and disgusted audiences. The short story is classic fanfic gone wrong as a would-be Conan knock-off called Grignr blunders his way through some of the most inexplicable prose ever committed to the page. Nerds have gathered for decades to play "The Eye of Argon Challenge", a drinking game not unlike our own program Friday Night Fanfiction - read the story straight-faced or DRINK.Hear Nerdy Show's Cap, Hex, Doug, Tony, Denika, La Valle, Brandon, Trench, and Arkais; Ghostbusters: Resurrection's La Forge, Nina, Briggs, and Poole; Derpy Show's boR and Flame On's Jarrod along with the likes of Benjamin Pickle, Batjerk, Vimak, Galdap, and other surprise guests take on the legendary fantasy tome!Thanks to Cassie Muldrow for subjecting us to this episode topic.For links and more info, visit the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/02/episode-210-the-eye-of-argon-challenge

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Episode 209 :: Futuresight: AR, Holograms, & The Internet of Things

Sun, 15 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

We've been saying it for years, but now it's truer than ever: Augmented Reality is coming. Not much longer now and the synthesis between the digital and virtual world will be complete.Microsoft recently unveiled the HoloLens, a headset device that boast every AR fantasy and promises to revolutionize heads-up interfaces. We're calling it: this is the sign. Google Glass was but a prelude - the war to put things on, over, and in our faces is on. The new smartphone lives on your face.Join Cap, Jon, Jess, and Luke as we look to the near future and the ways augmented reality and even virtual reality will change our lives sooner than you'd think. And we're not just talking fixing pipes with virtual plumbers - you'll be laying them too. It's like the Net Nanny warned: cyber sex is real and coming to a headset near you. But it's not just our faces and love life that are getting a makeover, it's the entire first world living arrangement. We're talking smart homes and how the "Internet of Things" is making the purported "home of the future" a thing of the past one wacky appliance at a time. Sassy robot maids are only a dream away; and you never know, they might be full service.For links and more info, visit the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/02/episode-209-futuresight/

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Episode 208 :: Mutanimals Return - Featuring Kevin Eastman, Paul Allor, & Andy Kuhn

Sat, 07 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Fresh from the sewers! This episode is dedicated to the wildest creations to spill forth from the realm of science fantasy: the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and their incomparable supporting cast of mutants, misfits, and Mutanimals.The Ninja Turtles has captured the minds of three generations of fans and counting. Whether you grew up on the classic black and white comics, the '87 animated series, TMNT Adventures, the '03 animated revival, or have just joined up with the current generation of Nick and IDW - chances are good you've been lured in by the series' crazy adventures, weird humor, or gnarly characters at some point in your life. In this episode, we pick up our ongoing trek through the turtles-verse and talk with creators both revered and new to the scene.Hear TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman discuss the legacy of the characters and the many forms the Turtles' universe has taken - from the Q&A we hosted at the '14 Heroes Con. And hang out with writer Paul Allor and artist Any Kuhn - the team behind the revival of one of the TMNTs most revered supporting titles: the Mutanimals.We discuss IDW's Ninja Turtles universe as well as the ongoing animated series at Nickelodeon. If your a lover of the "other strangeness" to come from TMNT like Mondo Gecko, Wingnut & Screwloose, Mutagen Man, Scumbug, Cryin' Hound, Slash, Pizza Face, Verminator X... this one's for you.For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2015/02/episode-208-mutanimals/

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Episode 207 :: Cyberpunk is Dead, Long Live Cyberpunk

Sun, 01 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

This one goes out to the technophiles living in the midst of urban decay; subsisting solely on soylent and jacked wi-fi - the coolest literary wastrels of the 20th century: the cyberpunks.Join high-tech lowlifes Cap, Jess, Jon, Brandon, and Denika as we get lost in the neon-lit dystopia of favorite sci-fi subgenres. We examine cyberpunk's origins in the techno-future of the 80s, how our present reality reflects the sci-fi fears of the era, and how, though the movement was pronounced dead, it continues to evolve. This double-length Microsode was brought to you by the combined forces of Nerdy Show fans Zombiepops and Jobarda.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/02/episode-207-cyberpunk/

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Episode 206 :: Frank Black is Back: The Return of Millennium

Sun, 25 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Welcome Nerdy Show listener. There are zero days remaining.We hope you're prepared for twisted conspiracies and apocalyptic prophesies, because The X-Files', cult classic sister show, Millennium, is back!Y2K may have been 15 years ago, but the war for the souls of mankind isn't over. The series has been resurrected in comic form at IDW and Lance Henriksen's iconic character Frank Black is stepping from the pages of X-Files Season 10 into an all-new miniseries. To make the occasion, we're joined by X-Files and Millennium author, Joe Harris to discuss the legacy of the show and what mysteries the future holds.If you're not already a fan of the show - you will be! Nerdy Show host Cap has teamed up with guest-hosts from Millennium fan site Back to Frank Black, Troy Foreman and James McLean, to usher you into the series' captivating throes. We discuss why its one of our favorite television shows, how the Millennium comic is a godsend for fans, the recent news of The X-Files' possible return, and how Troy and James have led the charge in resurrecting this cult favorite with acts of unprecedented fan love.This is who we are.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/01/episode-206-frank-black-is-back-millennium-comic

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Episode 205 :: Comics Against the Mainstream with Atomic Robo

Sun, 18 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Indie comics are shaping the rest of the comic book scene. Now, more so than ever, it's the books not produced by Marvel and DC that are setting the pace for the industry.In this episode, Nerdy Show hosts Cap, Tony, and Aaron share their favorite recent books and, surprise, surprise - most of them are indies. If you're looking for fantastic books to read, look no further! We've got the perfect reading list to kick off 2015. But indies aren't all we read - find out what books from the big two are kicking ass and hear us rage about the ones that fill us with ire.We also sit down with Atomic Robo co-creators Brian Clevinger and Scott Wegener to discuss the BIG changes about to hit their beloved book and how they're bringing the greatest science adventure comic directly to the people. What's more, devoted fan Zombiepops requested a Microsode where we talk specifically about our favorite comics outside the mainstream, so we're joined by host Luke McDuffee for a journey into our most beloved indies and obscure titles.Read on!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/01/episode-205-comics-against-the-mainstream-with-atomic-robo

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Episode 204 :: Archer Returns to the Danger Zone

Sun, 04 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Our favorite salacious super spy is back! Archer returns for its 6th season this week and the Nerdy Show crew is ready for more.In this listener-requested Microsode we discuss why we love Adam Reed's animated series and why, if you haven't yet perused Archer's 5-season-deep dossier, it's a must! Join Cap, Jessica, Matt, Jon, and La Valle as we share our favorite characters, favorite guest-stars, the conspicuously time-bent world of the show, and more!Thanks to Garayur for the episode topic, and stay tuned January 8th for the season premiere! For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2015/01/episode-204-archer/

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Episode 203 :: Holiday Films, Not For the Holidays

Sat, 27 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

2014 is drawing to a close. The tinsel is coming down, the caroling has ceased, but we've got a little holiday spirit left in us... kinda.In this Microsode join Cap, Doug, Matt, and our Live Producer, John La Valle as we discuss movies set during the holidays that aren't consumed by Christmas cheer - these films are good any time of the year! So if you're coming off your Christmas binge of extreme merry-making or winter doldrums, we've got a playlist of great films that sample the Yuletide without overdoing it.But why should Christmas get all the fun? Hanukkah and Kwanza might be under-represented, but there's a whole year's worth of holidays out there! Hear our two cents on which films most aptly use Halloween and Thanksgiving as backdrops without limiting where and when you can enjoy them.Thanks to Anique Zimmer for the Microsode topic. Yippie-ki-yi-yay!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/12/episode-203-holiday-films-not-for-the-holidays

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Episode 202 :: The 2014 FINAL BOSS - Top 20 Nerdy Things of the Year!

Mon, 22 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

2014, you wily beast... We've laughed, we've cried, we've partied, and we've run the gauntlet. All that's left is the ultimate challenge - the FINAL BOSS that is Nerdy Show's annual "Top 20 Nerdy Things" list. The list that makes all other year-end countdowns cower in shame.What makes our Top 20 so brutal? We subject the year's pop culture, achievements in science & technology, and world happenings to a test of might that leaves titans shattered: we rank them on nerdiness. No sane person would dare compare a major motion picture against scientific achievement – but, for the betterment of humanity, we do.Join Cap, Brandon, Doug, and Jon as we count down the year's most niche tributes to all that is good and nerdy in this world. Discover what major cultural zeitgeists from movies, TV, and gaming have held their own and which of their lesser-known counterparts have triumphed unflinching. The nerdiest comics, the nerdiest albums, and some truly bizarre happenings from this year so empowered by their unbridled geekiness that they're now retired comfortably within the annuls of this hallowed tome. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/12/episode-202-final-boss/

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Episode 201 :: State of the Empire – The Force Awakens

Mon, 08 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.There has been an awakening, folks!Episode VII has a title and a snazzy and much-debated teaser trailer to boot! What's more, the Internet was treated to a veritable buffet of leaked production art which appears to be 100% legit. State of the Empire has always been about rampant speculation based on the most miniscule of details - never before have we been given so much powerful ammo to work from. Some of our crackpot theories might even be right this time!Join Cap, Doug, and Matt as we ponder the nature of Sith and Jedi in a universe where Star Wars history as we know it has been undone. Has the old Expanded Universe truly been wiped clean, or do those "legends" from the Star Wars universe offer clues as to what's to come? Will one of the most infamous names in Star Wars lore be making his cinematic debut? What exactly are our thoughts on the controversial new tri-saber?That's just the tip of the iceberg, nerf herders! We've also got trans-media secrets of the Death Star, thoughts on Luasfilm's new project, Strange Magic, and some Willow merch you never knew you wanted - Don't even wait to search your feelings, press play now!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/12/episode-201-state-of-the-empire-the-force-awakens

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The Oral History of Video Games

Fri, 28 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

This is a Nerdy Show episode years in the making! For the past two years we've been collecting interviews from every host on the Network and nearly every celebrity guest we've had on the show, asking one simple question: what's your first video game experience? In doing so, we unearthed a treasure trove bigger than the E.T. landfill: an oral history of video games. These are stories set against a backdrop of bowling alleys, Circle Ks, Christmas mornings, basement bedrooms, and the din of the arcade. Each formative tale sheds light on a seldom-shared moment in gaming's nearly 50-year history, all of them wildly different - some even life and death. Join the entire Nerdy Show Network and the nerdiest names in pop culture as we take a journey through video game history, from Pong to present.

THE GUEST LIST

COMICS / NOVELS: Brian Clevinger (Atomic Robo) | Joe Harris (Great Pacific, X-Files Season 10) | Kurtis Wiebe (Rat Queens, Peter Panzerfaust) | Michael Grant (Animorphs, BZRK, Gone) | Rob Venditti (Green Lantern, The Surrogates) | Roc Upchurch (Rat Queens) | Scott Wegener (Atomic Robo) | Steve Murphy (TMNT: Adventures, Puma Blues)

SCI-TECH: Mark Frauenfelder (WIRED, Boing-Boing) | Neil Harbisson (The Cyborg Foundation)

GAMING: Charlie Verdin (Fangamer) | Kilplix (Kilplixism) | Michael Mendheim (Mutant League Football)

Profound thanks to Nerdy Show listener Benjamin Britt for this episode's topic.

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Episode 199 :: UHF 25th Anniversary with "Weird Al" Yankovic & Jay Levey

Mon, 10 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

As a pop culture icon born of the music video age, "Weird Al" Yankovic is a multimedia artist. His music videos, TV appearances, and his cult classic film UHF have defined visual comedy for legions of weirdos. In this episode we send up the visual side of Weird Al and commemorate UHF's 25th Anniversary. To mark the occasion,Weird Al returns to Nerdy Show with his partner in crime, Jay Levey - director of UHF and many of Al's classic music videos. They share insight into the creation of not only the film, but also The Compleat Al, a fan-favorite mockumentary on DVD for the first time; thoughts on the future of Al in film, the porn they inspired, and more!Join Cap, Jonna, Marc with a C, and special guest host Professor Shyguy for engrossing discussions on our favorite gags from the film, Al's forgotten album Me, Myself, and I, his foray into Saturday morning kids programming, his influential stints running Al TV, and Marc's recipie for a perfect UHF sequel. You'll be pleasantly suppliesed!For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2014/11/episode-199-uhf-25th-anniversary

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Episode 198 :: Bill Nye The Scientific Skeptic

Mon, 03 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Whether you grew up watching him drop knowledge in the 90s or talk no-nonsense smack to pundits in the 21st century, chances are - you know Bill Nye. As "The Science Guy" he's been an inspiration to millions, including many members of Nerdy Show. This mechanical engineer turned TV personality has made it his quest to spread the word of science and teach hard fact over sensational misconception.Join Cap, Doug, boR, Jessica, and Jon as we discover Bill Nye's origins and look back on his cultural milestones from his first appearance on TV, to his controversial debate at the Creationist Museum. We also look at "scientific skepticism", the chief outlook of Nye, Sagan, and all high-powered science folk to put empirical reasoning above all else.This science-infused episode is a fan-funded Microsode 2-pack thanks to Trench88 and Joshua Maher.For links and more info, head to: http://nerdyshow.com/2014/11/episode-198-bill-nye/

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Episode 197 :: Fallout: Tales From the Wasteland

Mon, 27 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Welcome, vault-dweller, to the Wasteland! All the greatness of humanity has been obliterated by cleansing, nuclear fire, and all that's left are irradiated dreggs clinging to life in the ruins of what once was. In this Microsode, the Nerdy Show crew has been called on to discuss one of the greatest game series of all time: Fallout.Join Cap, Brandon, Doug, LaForge, and Matt as they share their favorite stories from the Wasteland. Every player's adventures in any Fallout title is the stuff of legend. Putting dynamite on a child, getting eaten by giant ants, hiding from super mutants... there's so much to love... and fear. We spin tales from 1997's Fallout to the series' revitalization with Fallout 3, and discuss the forthcoming Fallout 4. Plus we share what's to come when the Nerdy Show Network Patreon launches in November!Thanks to Redion for the Microsode topic!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/10/episode-197-fallout/

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Episode 196 :: The Art of Breaking Games

Mon, 20 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Gaming is a powerful medium, be it on a tabletop or in front of a screen. Whether you're led down a meticulously crafted narrative or interacting with something abstract - the relationship between the gamer and the game is pure art. But how can gamers and artists deconstruct the game to make something new?We've brought two fan-chosen Microsode topics together in a Microsode 2-Pack! Join Cap, Doug, Brandon, and LaForge as they examine video games as art, how the medium can be broken down to create even deeper experiences. Games themselves aren't just art, they can also be a medium for clever hackers to recode and reformat the experience into something new. We share our favorite, most artful games, and discuss projects on beyond conventional gaming that are expanding the medium.Since we're already talking about breaking games in the name of art, how about just breaking games period? Whether it's min-maxing in tabletop RPGs, hacking carts with a Game Genie, or mind-bending (and aggravating) Magic card combos; we share our favorite tales of "breaking" games for fun, profit, and occasionally hilarious misfortune.Thanks to Kevin Wise and Donovan Styre for the awesome topics!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/10/episode-196-the-art-of-breaking-games

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Episode 195 :: State of the Empire - Star Wars Rebels Sparks the Rebellion

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.The big news this month is Star Wars Rebels has premiered! As of this episode we've seen the hour-long debut, "Spark of Rebellion" as well as the first regular episode "Droids in Distress". As faithful followers of the show know, even with the talented Greg Weisman on board, we weren't getting our hopes up. We've been burnt too many times before... and had our limbs cut off, and kicked into lava... Join Cap, Doug, and Matt for a look at the first two episodes of Rebels and learn how this show as surprised us. There's cameos, Easter eggs, compelling characters, and a body count to boot!We also discuss the four forthcoming Star Wars comics from Marvel, the shocking new arcade game: Star Wars Battle Pod, the possibility of an Obi-Wan film series, rumors from Episode VII galore, read an excerpt from the Willow Sourcebook, AND discuss our recently-launched Ghostbusters Roleplaying Hub. For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/10/episode-195-state-of-the-empire-spark-the-rebellion

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Episode 194 :: Community Update :: D&D Q&A, The Microsodapalooza, and More!

Mon, 22 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

We interrupt your weekly fix for topical nerdy podcasting with an important news bulletin: there's some crazy-cool stuff happening this week!Cap and Community Manager Trench share new details on our streaming events: the D&D Q&A and The Microsodapalooza. The D&D Q&A is a call-in show with the cast and crew of our tabletop roleplaying show Dungeons & Doritos and The Microsodapalooza is a a six-hour marathon recording session where we take on 22 fan-requested topics spanning every corner of nerdom. Both are coming this week and w reveal new details on the shows as well as discuss how you can get in on the action.We also talk other community news including our Ghostbusters roleplaying equipment on the verge of release, and announce a brand-new show coming to The Nerdy Show Network: Friday Night Fanfiction!For links and more info, visit the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/09/episode-194/

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Episode 193 :: It's Your Density... We Mean, Your Destiny :: DESTINY REVIEW!

Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

It's Nerdy Show - The Nerdy Show Network's flagship podcast!Destiny is a funny thing. Sometimes your destiny is for Darth Vader to come down from Planet Vulcan and tell you that if you don't take Lorraine out, that he'll melt your brain. Other times, Destiny is a brand-new video game from the beloved sci-fi studio that brought you Halo and Marathon. This episode is a little of column A and a little of column B.Join Cap, Brandon, Tony, and Colin for a Destiny review - What kind of game is it really? FPS? MMO? Dungeon crawler? Bust-A-Move clone? We delve into the expectations, realities, and share some of our favorite experiences playing the game. Heck, why should we have all the fun, why don't you join our clan "Guardians of the Nerdy" - together we will be mighty and repel The Darkness. But it's not just Destiny we're talking about... it's also our density. And believe us, it's heavy.Cap traveled to the UK and, in a strange turn of events, also went to Hill Valley, CA circa 1955. He shares his experience time traveling via Secret Cinema's unprecedented interactive screening of Back to the Future staged within a full recreation of the town!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/09/episode-193-destiny-review/

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Episode 192 :: Microsode 2-Pack - Films with Strange Truths & Secret Superpowers

Mon, 01 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

We've mashed two fan-chosen topics together! For this Microsode 2-pack we've selected topics with a cinema-slant: "Superhero Stories in Disguise" and "Movies Based on Strange Truths".Join Cap, Hex, and Doug as they read between the lines of movies and look behind the scenes as to the unusual circumstances they were inspired by. What films, despite not being branded as "superhero movies", feature great powers and great responsibilities beneath their unassuming facades? And what unusual stories from paranormal encounters, to killer wildlife, and super science have inspired awesome movies? The crew gives their top picks, maybe you have a few!We also announce the Microsodapalooza - an upcoming live event where we'll be taking on our backlog of programming in one mighty blow! It'll be part of a week of live events in September including the Dungeons & Doritos call-in event the D&D Q&A! Plus - Cap and Doug talk about how Nerdy Show is becoming a hub for Ghostbusters roleplaying!Thanks to M and BigBadShadowMan for the awesome Microsode topics.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/09/episode-192-microsode-2-pack/

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Episode 191 :: Microsode – Orlando Nerd Fest

Mon, 18 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

This month, Orlando was once again under siege by the raw might of Nerd Music!Orlando Nerd Fest made their big debut in the nerd music convention/ festival scene boasting the talents of Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu & The Earthbound Papas, Wordburglar, Critical Hit, Steam Powered Giraffe, MC Frontalot, and many, many more. Nerdy Show hosts Cap, Brandon, Kay, boR, Aaron, and Denika were on-site, rocking out across the fest's 5-day expanse.In this microsode the crew hangs out, post-pool party, to recollect on their experiences, favorite performances of the weekend, amusing anecdotes, and impression's of ONF's grand debut. Summertime ain't over yet! Kick back with Nerdy Show! #tightpizzapartyFor links and more info, head over to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/08/episode-191-microsode-orlando-nerd-fest/

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Episode 190 :: Lightning Dogs Never Turn Tail

Mon, 04 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

THE LIGHTNING DOGS RETURN!The Lightning Dogs are everything we ever loved about sci-fi animation. Tune in as we brainstorm our 80s-inspired, post apocalyptic, action figure-ready, cartoon universe!Last week, we rounded out the Lightning Dogs team: six canine heroes empowered with special abilities and trapped in a desolate, mutant wasteland. They seem unstoppable, right? WRONG! This week it's all about the villains and exploring the torched and warped rock once called "Earth". Who are the freakish minions ruled by Glampire? What lurks in the churning seas and in the farther reaches of the Wasteland? And if there's any human survivors - what horrors have they become? Join Cap, Hex, Doug, Tony, and WallAlso in this episode: the true origin of the Wolfman A.I. - be there or be square!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/08/episode-190-lightning-dogs-never-turn-tail/

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Episode 189 :: Lightning Dogs Strike Back

Mon, 28 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

THE LIGHTNING DOGS RIDE AGAIN!Tune in as we brainstorm our 80s-inspired, post apocalyptic, action figure-ready, cartoon universe! The Lightning Dogs are everything we ever loved about 80s and early 90s sci-fi (and all affiliated merchandise) and we’re conceptualizing them live.In this episode we finalize the characteristics and power set of our final three Lightning Dogs: Narisa, Kane, and Kid. When your physiology is altered by an exploding galactic transit device, all kinds of things can happen! We explore a ton of possible power sets for these three and even revise some of the powers of the rest of the LD crew and explore their limits. The evil Glampire and his minions now have some truly formidable adversaries. The wasteland will never be the same!Dive in to this fan-favorite series and witness a legend in the making!For links and more info, head top the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/07/episode-189-lightning-dogs-strike-back/

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Episode 188 – Mandatory Fun: Nerdy Show Interviews “Weird Al” Yankovic

Thu, 17 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Like a prophet from the stars, or the burning of a zesty burrito, "Weird Al" Yankovic has returned to us. Every few years its his solemn duty to warp pop culture to his comedic will, and over the decades he's amassed a legion of nerdy followers. Chances are likely that you're one of them.In this episode we speak with Weird Al, hot on the heels of his 14th studio album: Mandatory Fun. This is the beginning of a new age of Al - he discusses leaving the conventional album format behind, what goes into composing his style parodies, the genesis of his new epic ballad "Jackson Park Express", making crappy songs lovable, and hints to big plans for UHF. Join Cap, Hex, Doug, Tony, and Wall as they share their favorite Weird Al tracks and stories about how Al made their lives a lot weirder.For more info and links, visit the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2014/07/episode-188-mandatory-fun-nerdy-show-interviews-weird-al-yankovic/

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Episode 187 :: State of the Empire – The Master Plan

Mon, 14 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.Disney's master plan for the the new Star Wars universe is coming together. List leaked from within Hasbro has shown a likely outline for what major projects we can expect from now 'til 2020 including a Boba Fett film, and two suspicious candidates for other films. Creative teams have also been revealed for some of these projects including a surprise announcement of a young filmmaker whom The Force must truly be with because - he's wring and directing Episodes VIII and IX!Join, Cap, Hex, Doug, and Ghostbusters: Resurrection's Mike Wall as we scour the universe for the most critical and telling Star Wars news bytes as well as offer up our theories on what the "Solo" and "Red Five" films might really be about, say goodbye to Star Wars: Attack Squadrons, hypothesize what a Lando solo film directed by Michael Bay might be like.For more info and links head to the main episode page:nerdyshow.com/2014/07/episode-18…e-the-master-plan/

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Episode 186 :: Games That Actually Need Super Ultra HD Remakes

Sun, 29 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The video game industry has hit an age that every mass medium hits – where restoring and revitalizing old titles is imperative. These days even more movies are getting regurgitated as needless remakes or unnecessary sequels – can the gaming industry do any better? Are there games out there that actually need to be remade or are begging to be updated with HD graphics?This Nerdy Show Microsode is a followup to our recent “Movies The Actually Need Sequels” episode. Nerdy Show listener Arkais asked that we talk about “games that actually need remakes” and Bryce Harris asked us to discuss HD remakes of games – so we mash up both topics for a Super Ultra Turbo EX plus Alpha Hyper Edition episode. Join a whole party of Nerdy Show personalities from across the Network (Cap, Hex, Doug, Tony, Brandon, Trench and Germaine of Nerdy Show, Jarrod of Flame On, and La Forge, Pool, and Briggs of Ghostbusters: Resurrection) as we share games both well-known and obscure that we think either need to be dusted off and given a High-Def polish, or overhauled completely.

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Episode 185 :: Valiant at HeroesCon with Matt Kindt & More!

Thu, 26 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Coming to you directly from I-95… it’s Nerdy Show Comic Show!The Nerdy Show crew traveled from Orlando to Charlotte North Carolina for our favorite comic convention of the year: HeroesCon. We hung out with some cool folks, met some fine people, moderated some cool panels, and now we’re driving home in the middle of the night. In this episode not only do Cap, Tony, and Trench discuss the HeroesCon happenings, but we also share one of Nerdy Show’s panels! Aaron was joined by a whole troupe of awesome talent from Valiant comics: writer Matt Kindt (Mind MGMT, Unity, Rai), artists Tom Fowler (Quantum and Woody) and Lewis Larosa (Harbinger), colorist Brian Reber, and associate editor Alejandro Arbona and editor Josh Johns. They talk about the burgeoning young publisher and how their method for taking on a shared superhero universe vastly differs from the Big Two.If you’ve never heard of Valiant – let this be a crash course in what they’re all about, and if you’re familiar – you’ll dig this peek behind the scenes. Also we’ve got the latest updates on the D&D $upport Drive!

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Episode 184 :: Movies That Actually Need Sequels

Sun, 15 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Movie sequels are a tricky business. Crappy movies get sequels all the time and on occasion perfectly good standalone movies are forced into the sequel game with mixed results or even the dreaded… direct to video sequel.Meanwhile, plenty of perfectly good film franchises are lying in wait as other movies are given the full-service sequel treatment. So what films actually need sequels? Nerdy Show listener Arkais requested that we discuss just that. Join a whole party of Nerdy Show personalities from across the Network (Cap, Hex, Doug, Tony, Brandon, La Valle, and Trench of Nerdy Show, Jarrod of Flame On, and boR of Derpy Show) as we feast on treats from Japan (provided by awesome fan Anduin) and give our two cents on what films desperately need a follow-up.

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Episode 183 :: E3 2014 – Day 3 – Batman: Arkham Knight, Destiny, Evolve, & More

Thu, 12 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

It’s the final day of E3 2014 and there’s no shortage of new game experiences for us to cram in before the show closes for another year.We got a closed-door look at Rocksteady’s return to the Batman/ Arkham franchise: Batman: Arkham Knight (as well as a look at some kinda freaky Green Lantern redesign), saw the ultra gory and super-awesome Fatalities and features of Mortal Kombat X, peeped a Zelda-inspired Adventure Time game that takes place in recent continuity, and discovered what might be a secret gameplay demo of the upcoming Star Fox for the Wii U on the show floor.We got hands-on with Evolve, Super Smash Bros. 3DS, Splatoon, Sonic Boom, Adr1ft, Skyforge, Adventure Time: The Secret of the Nameless Kingdom, Hyrule Warriors, This War of Mine, Destiny, and Nintendo’s mysterious tech demos – Projects: Guard and Giant Robot. We also caught special screenings of Witcher III: Wild Hunt, Batman: Arkham Knight, Mortal Kombat X, and Dead Island 2.

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Episode 182 :: E3 2014 – Day 2 – Zombies, Virtual Reality, & One Terrifying Alien

Wed, 11 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

This E3 day offered not just thrills, but actual terror. The last thing we want is to be seduced by another Alien game but dammit… Alien: Isolation is in a league of its own and truly embodies the notion of “survival horror”. But it’s not the only game we saw flirting with danger and desperation – the creator of Resident Evil has returned to set a new bar for the horror puzzler, and the new zombie MMO, H1Z1 is shaping up to be the pinnacle of the zombie survivalist online gaming.We also found our selves face-to-face with the future tech of the 90s with a VR demo that’s everything that bygone decade promised by failed to deliver, fell in love with a new IP from a brand-new studio,and checked out some fantastic indie games along with other AAA contenders.Hear about our hands-on experiences with Alien: Isolation, H1Z1, Planetside 2, The Evil Within, Battlecry, Lords of the Fallen, Paparazzi, Celestia, and nDream’s VR game – The Assembly. And our take on live demos of Sunset Overdrive, Dragon Ball Z: Xenoverse, Tales of Xillia 2, Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number, and Abyss Odyssey.

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Episode 181 :: E3 2014 – Day 1 – Nintendo’s Gamble, Disney Infinity, & Beyond

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

E3 has truly begun! The convention doors have been thrown open wide and we’ve raided the halls of valuable information and hands-on experiences.We tried out Fable: Legends, Shape Up, Fantasia: Music Evolved, Disney Infinity Marvel Super Heroes, Apotheon, Broforce, and EarthNight. And we saw live demos of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, Civilization: Beyond Earth, and TellTale’s Tales From The Borderlands.Day 1 also marked Nintendo’s E3 Digital Event, the last of the pre-show conferences, where The Big N announced but a few of the current projects they’re working on and a number of new games. It’s a tricky time for Nintendo. Can they survive on Mario Kart and Smash Bros. alone, or will some of their latest announcements like the Amiibo figurines and the new IP Splatoon or the TBD Zelda and Star Fox entries sustain them? We share our thoughts on Nintendo’s future and our reactions to the new games.

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Episode 180 :: E3 2014 – Day 0 – The Media Conferences

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Last year’s E3 was all about the new hardware. This year it’s all about the new hardware proving itself with games, games, games!This episode of Nerdy Show chronicles Day Zero of E3: Four colossal press conferences where the stage is set for the next-gen goodies awaiting us when the show floor opens. Microsoft, Sony, EA, and Ubisoft vied for the favor of gamers everywhere and for those of us still holding out to decide between PS4 and Xbox One… the showings from today alone are likely to force your hand.Among the biggest surprises was the the appearance of Brian Michael Bendis on the Sony stage to announce his comics blockbuster, Powers, will be coming to live action TV. Beyond that it was a gamer’s delight with new IPs from respected studios (Evolve, Sunset Overdrive), the return of old favorites (Batman: Arkham Knight, Crackdown), and stunning indie break-outs (Abzu, No Man’s Sky).We share our first impressions of these debuts and many, many more – priming our minds and thumbs for what we’ll be experiencing in the days, and year to come:

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Episode 179 :: Nerdy Show Heads to E3 2014

Sun, 01 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Adventures in video gaming awaits!Next week, Nerdy Show will be in Los Angeles to cover E3 – the biggest video game event of the year. But before we do that and unleash daily podcasts and videos chronicling our hands-on experiences with all new games, we thought it would be apropos to get the conversation started. And what better place to start than the rumor mill?Join Nerdy Show hosts Cap, Brandon, and Tony along with our Live Producer John La Valle and our Community Manager Trench as we speculate on this year’s big gaming reveals. Not many big-time next gen games have arrived yet and there’s plenty more on the horizon that we won’t officially know about until some fat-cat in a suit announces it at a press conference. We try our hands at peering behind the curtain, and while we’re at it we also throw in our 2 cents on the new generation of consoles and review Supergiant Games’ Transistor.Nerdy Show listener Barryeyi asked that we share our thoughts on the new consoles on the block, and now that they’ve turned 6 months old it seems like a good time to make some rulings on how we feel about the PS4 and the X-Bone (as we affectionately call the Xbox One). Opinions and rivalries are heated. Will Brandon and his PS4 out smart-mouth La Valle and his X-Bone? How does the hedonist, Trench who rocks both systems compare? Will Cap get a word in about the WiiU? E3 madness begins here!

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Episode 178 :: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Adventures with Steve Murphy

Tue, 27 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

It’s a month of uncanny anniversaries. Last week we celebrated 60 years of Godzilla, and this week it’s 30 years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. In this episode we talk with Steve Murphy – the most prolific Ninja Turtles author of all-time; having written more Turtles stories in more mediums than even the TMNT’s creators. As his pen name, Dean Clarrain, Murphy wrote Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures – the definitive Turtles comic of the 90s and the longest continuous TMNT comic series of all time. It started as an adaptation of the late 80s cartoon series, but quickly mutated into amazing science-fantasy adventures that saw the Turtles become intergalactic wrestling sensations, jump 100 years in the future, travel the world, and join forces with mutant animals of every kind.

This anniversary is a momentous occasion for fans of TMNT Adventures – because in IDW’s recently-released 30th Anniversary Special Murphy and series artist Chris Allan return to that universe for the first time in 20 years.

Join Cap, Colin, and Doug as they go deep into the fungus-covered corridors of TMNT history and discuss TMNT cereal contests gone awry, training April in Ninjitsu, the untimely demise of the Mighty Mutanimals, formative life experience through Turtles comics, and tales from the Turtles original home, Mirage Studios, right up to the sale to Nickelodeon. It’s a wild ride 30 years in the making and a must-listen for any Shell Head who grew up pouring over Turtles comics, or any fan eager to go on a journey into the lesser-known history of the TMNTs.

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Episode 177 :: Godzilla – 60th Anniversary Special

Sun, 18 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Like a rock ‘n’ roll granddad, Godzilla is over the hill but ain’t gonna hesitate to crack jaws in a cultural relevance bar brawl. The King of All Monsters is still a pop culture behemoth even at the big 6-0, and in this episode we celebrate his nuclear legacy.Nerdy Show hosts Cap, Kay, Hex, and Tony are joined by community member and kaiju expert, BigBadShadowMan to discuss Godzilla’s history, various incarnations, and review the new Godzilla film. Will thunder thigh Godzilla make a twerking video? Why does our episode art feature the 1998 Godzilla dressed up as Fran Drescher in The Nanny? And most importantly – Does the big lizard’s return to Western cinema measure up to our hopes and dreams; or will he experience another crushing defeat at the hands of American movie makers? Only one way to find out!

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Episode 176 :: State of the Empire – The Ponda Baba Conundrum

Sun, 04 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.It’s a time of celebration throughout the galaxy. May the Fourth has brought jubilation to countless systems and the cast of Episode VII has finally been announced! But – there are still many secrets surrounding the burgeoning new film. Rumors of a mysterious cast member still to come, and the roles that the actors will be playing are yet to be revealed. Join Cap, Doug, and Matt as they hunt for clues as to who’s who and what this might hint about the plot of the forthcoming film.However, there’s much more afoot than the new film - the Expanded Universe has been decimated! The crew assesses what’s left of the known cannon and explore the ramifications of all known novelizations, comics, and games being taken out of play. We explore “The Ponda Baba Conundrum” – how with something as massive as Star Wars even the smallest phrasing can mean worlds of difference between what exists and what no longer does. We also predict what’s in store for the new TV series Star Wars: Rebels, how the books tie in, and how Anakin’s lost apprentice might return.

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Episode 175 :: Nerdy Show at Moogfest 2014

Sat, 26 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Calling all music nerds, sci-tech geeks, and mathletes! We've embarked on a perilous journey to one of the coolest nerd events there is – Moogfest!What’s Moogfest? It’s an annual event in Asheville, NC celebrating the legacy of synth pioneer Bob Moog. Formerly a music festival, this year it’s digivolved into a synthesis of technology, art, and music. Join Cap, Jon, and Flame On!’s Bryan as they chronicle their daily adventures with real-life cyborgs, futurists, electric ladies, makers, musical innovators, and scientists of every sort. They reveal secrets from panels with the likes of synth legend Giorgio Moroder, android sensation Janelle Monáe, MIT robot designers, and wizards who study the sounds of the cosmos. The gang also discuss the cool performances from Moogfest’s eclectic selection of electronic music glitterati – everyone from circuit-bender Dan Deacon to the legendary prog rocker Keith Emerson. Come along for one of the wildest, weirdest, most infotainment-packed geekstravaganzas of the year!

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Episode 174 :: Microsode – Nerdy Show Reads “Heroes of Destiny”

Sun, 20 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

“When destiny beckons, no one can ignore the call…”And so your beloved Nerdy Show hosts have been summoned by the power of the Microsode and the will of Nerdy Show fan, MrJMir. His request? We read from Kevin Wong’s Heroes of Destiny, Episode I: Eternal Knights.Don’t be surprised if you haven’t heard of this momentous tome – it’s a self-published fantasy novel from the mystical land of Canada, and it’s god-awful. Awful, that is, in the best possible ways. Heroes of Destiny rivals Nicholas Cage in its nuanced brilliance. Every page is comedy gold. Join the “Eternal Friends” Cap, Hex, Doug, and Josh as we read aloud this magnificent book and revel in all it’s JRPG-influenced glory. This episode might be fleeting, but the laughs will last an eternity.

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Episode 173 :: Mouth’s Cradle: The Prince Jellyfish Speaks

Sun, 06 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Cap talks with Kevin (aka Prince Jellyfish, aka Young Crybaby) from Mouth’s Cradle. His new EP, Sakura, takes on genre that few nerd artists have attempted: English language covers of anime themes and j-pop songs.Last month on Nerdy.FM, we debuted the EP along with a track-by-track interview with Kevin where he shared his favorite anime, j-pop composers, and insight into his inspirations for this rad record. This episode compiles that interview as well as expands it with clips that didn't make it to the streamed version. So hang out with Cap and Kevin as they talk about eccentric pop stars, horror films, Princess Jellyfish, Pokémon, and chronicling the journey of an eclectic rapper’s foray into uncharted nerd music waters.

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Episode 172 :: Moogfest Bound with Makers and Cyborgs

Sun, 30 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Our interview series leading up to Moogfest concludes!Moogfest is a festival focused around electronic music with symposiums on futurism, art, and technology (April 23rd-27th, in Asheville, NC) and leading up to it, Nerdy Show has spoken with some of the incredible talent that’s been culled for this year’s event. In this episode we talk to the editor-in-chief of MAKE Magazine and founder of Boing Boing: Mark Frauenfelder, and Neil Harbisson of the Cyborg Foundation - the world’s first government-recognized cyborg!Join Cap, Jon, and Hex as we learn about how Neil’s cyborg senses hear colors beyond human perception, the trails of becoming a cyborg, MAKE‘s panel on DIY instruments, Mark’s new project, Wink, which reviews books that can’t exist digitally, and other cool circuit-bending, body-hacking sci-tech goodness.

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Episode 171 :: Moogfest Bound with YACHT & Omni’s Claire Evans

Sun, 23 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Sci-tech, sci-fi, and synths collide as our Moogfest interview series continues!Moogfest is a festival focused around electronic music with symposiums on futurism, art, and technology (April 23rd-27th, in Asheville, NC) and leading up to it, Nerdy Show is speaking with some of the incredible talent that’s been culled for this year’s event. In this episode, Cap and Jon talk with renaissance woman, Claire Evans – performer in the band YACHT, and Editor At-Large of Omni Reboot, the digital reincarnation of the legendary science and science fiction magazine, Omni.She’s not only performing at Moogfest, she’s putting on a panel called “Xenomusic: Science Fiction and the Synthesized Sound” where artists, musicians, and scientists will muse on what music will sound like in the future and what it might sound like on other worlds. Join us as we tiptoe the thin line between possible futures and the future present, discuss bringing Omni back from the dead, Philip K. Dick, what’s new with YACHT, growing up with computers, genetically engineering bacteria, and a slew of sciency subjects.

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Episode 170 :: Questing with The Rat Queens

Sun, 16 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

RPG Month continues! Roleplaying is both a game and an exercise in creativity. Those of us who roll the dice know, the imaginary action of a group of friends collaboratively adventuring brings was cooler action and bigger laughs than… well, any other medium really. So it’s only natural that some gamers would take the raw fun of their tabletop adventures to their other creative outlets. Enter: Rat Queens – a fantasy comic forged by the awesome fires of roleplaying featuring one of the coolest casts of ladies this side of Baldur’s Gate.

In this episode Cap, Tony, Aaron, Chan talk with Kurtis Wiebe and Roc Upchurch the creative team behind Rat Queens – discuss their roleplaying pasts both in pen and paper and video games, the actual RPG moments that worked their way into the book, the Cowboy Bebop-esque game Kurtis built atop an obscure James Bond roleplaying system, and more! Also, we take on a requested Microsode topic from Fumanchuchu and discuss the roleplaying character creation process.

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Episode 169 :: Moogfest Bound with Futurama’s David X. Cohen

Sun, 09 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Moogfest returns!What once was the world’s coolest electronic music festival has expanded to include symposiums on futurism, art, and technology – becoming perhaps the nerdiest event of the year. Leading up to Moogfest’s launch (April 23rd-27th, in Asheville, NC) Nerdy Show is speaking with some of the incredible talent that’s been culled for this year’s event.First up is Futurama writer and Executive Producer, David X. Cohen. Cohen and his team brought us one of the greatest and nerdiest shows in animated television – filled with not only some of the finest sci-fi comedy, but some of the most truly mathematical moments in the medium. He’s part of a Moogfest panel called The Math and Science of The Simpsons & Futurama and in this episode we’ll learn about what’s in store as well as hear about behind the scenes tales from the show, learn about his tabletop roleplaying experiences growing up, and more!We’ve also infused this episode with some long-overdue sci-tech discussion. Join Cap, Jon, and Tony for the latest tech craziness to come out of SXSW, learn about “the ligers of the culinary world”, and updates on our RPG Support Drive.

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Episode 168 :: Rolling Deep with Chamber Band

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

It’s RPG Month! That means we’ve got a slew of programming focused on the craft of tabletop roleplaying and the people it’s inspired.In this episode we’re joined by Chamber Band a folk rock outfit whose tales of heartbreak and dire deeds are all set in the world of Dungeons & Dragons. If their name rings a bell it might be because their debut album, Deities, rocked our world in 2013 and placed #6 in our annual Top 20 Things list! What can we say – they’re good, and we don’t mind talking ‘em up! Chris and Asarr of Chamber band team up with Cap, Hex, Doug, and Josh to discuss the world of tabletop, stories from the game, and (perhaps surprisingly) Pokémon!We also mash this episode up with a Microsode topic! Nerdy Show listener, M wanted us to talk about the RPG phenomena of “munchkins” – the slang for aggressively competitive RPG players. We share our experiences conquering and subduing the beasts, or even accepting the munchkin within us and using its powers for good.

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Episode 167 :: Nerdy Show LIVE – Anniversary Special with Professor Shyguy

Sun, 02 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Our live show is back with a vengeance!Perhaps you caught our pilot episode last year where we slimed each other and challenged fans to an eating contest. Well, we’re back with an all-new challenge! Join the hosts of Nerdy Show, Flame On!, and Ghostbusters: Resurrection as well as special guest, chip pop rocker extraordinaire, Professor Shyguy – for a birthday-style nerd battle the likes of which you've never seen.

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Episode 166 :: Nerdy Show Comic Show LIVE – With Charles Soule

Sat, 08 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Nerdy Show Comic Show, has transformed into a video format! Introducing Nerdy Show Comic Show LIVE – a mayhem-filled comics panel. And THIS is its accompanying podcast.This episode was recorded on February 8th, aka 2.8.14. And any DC comics fan knows that 2814 is Earth’s sector in the DC Universe! So we celebrated Lantern Day in style! Imagine a panel at a convention… and now imagine it hopped up on rage energy! It’s a live interview with comics author Charles Soule (Red Lanterns, Superman/Wonder Woman, Swamp Thing, Thunderbolts, She-Hulk, Inhuman, and Letter 44) but since it’s Nerdy Show, it’s anything but normal. We’re dusting off the Wheel of Fate to decide what we discuss and what strange challenges we’ll have to endure. There’s audience participation, a Q&A, and plenty of surprises.

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Episode 165 :: Community Update & “A Celebration of Harry Potter” Review

Sun, 26 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT

An impromptu episode!Much is going on here at Nerdy Show – both behind the scenes and live on the Internets! So much so we haven’t had a chance to announce or discuss it all on an episode of Nerdy Show yet! Join Cap, Jon, and Kristin as we discuss upcoming Nerdy Show Live episodes, the release of the Nerdapalooza 2013 video archive, Nerdy Show’s exclusive Star Wars: Attack Squadrons beta keys, the latest Movie Marathon $upport Drive and other breaking Nerdy Show happenings.Plus – Jon and Kristin review their experience at Universal Studios’ first “Celebration of Harry Potter” event. It’s Universal’s attempted answer to Disney’s Star Wars Weekends, but can the Potter magic overpower the awesomeness of The Force? Also, what would an episode of the show with Jon be without a sci-tech segment? Not nearly sciencey enough, that’s what.

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Episode 164 :: State of the Empire – A Whole New Galaxy

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.The Star Wars universe we know is changing rapidly. Like the cycle of rebirth, the old must be burnt away before it can come back familiar but new and (hopefully) stronger. With game-changing shake-ups like this we had to convene for a new State of the Empire.The Expanded Universe is in the process of drastic revision as the recently formed Lucasfilm Story Group compress the franchise into a unified timeline. Meanwhile, the inevitable has happened and it’s been announced that after 20+ years Dark Horse will be passing the Star Wars comic right over to Marvel. While this was expected, what we didn’t expect was that in the process we might be loosing our favorite thing to happen to Star Wars comics in ages: Brian Wood’s Star Wars. Join Cap, Hex, and Doug as we go in-depth with these happenings and offer our Force Adept insight on what they spell out for the future of the Star Wars Galaxy.We also discuss the latest news on Episode VII including the possible reason for the screenwriter switch-up, who the lead characters might be of VII and beyond, the rumored spin-off films, the future of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, how Captain EO could be in Star Wars continuity, the latest about Indiana Jones, and we’re joined by Star Wars: Rebels executive producer Greg Weisman and Young Justice co-creator Brandon Vietti to discuss Willow.

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Episode 163 :: Nerdy Show Book Club – Go BZRK With Michael Grant

Sun, 05 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT

It’s a new Nerdy Show Book Club! If you grew up in the 90s, chances are you read some Animorphs. This shape-shifting sci-fi series was a seminal read for legions of nerdy teens; some of whom may have grown up to host podcasts. Michael Grant and Katherine Applegate (the writing duo better known to Animorphs fans as K.A. Applegate) are back! In this episode we review their latest joint book, Eve and Adam, and interview author Michael Grant who’s recent solo work includes the mega-hit young adult series, Gone and the balls-to-the wall adult sci-fi trilogy: BZRK. Join Cap, Colin, Brandon, and Jessica as we learn about he and Katherine’s crazy life in the world of young adult fiction, the origins of Animorphs, and Grant’s latest projects including the forthcoming conclusion to his balls-to-the-wall BZRK trilogy and the upcoming Messenger of Fear. As always, we discuss what other books we’ve been reading and review our findings. Plus- in this episode there’s not one, not two, but three dramatic readings! Hear us read from Eve and Adam, Star Wench, and the mid-90s parody abortion: Vegemorphs: The Fungus Among Us! You can change your pants… but can you change into a plant?

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Episode 162 :: The 2013 Final Boss – Top 20 Nerdy Things of the Year!

Sun, 29 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

2013 is dead and gone. You know what that means? It’s time for our annual TOP 20 NERDY THINGS list!Since 2009 it’s been our solemn duty to create a list ranking the “Top 20 Nerdy Things” of the year. We take all of pop culture, science & technology, and world happenings and subject them to a number of life-or-death challenges akin to Highlanders battling one another for the quickening, or The Hunger Games for you younglings. Those topics that remain, the experts here at Nerdy Show judge by the trues qualifying factor we know: Nerdiness. No sane person would dare rank scientific achievements against video game releases – but, for the betterment of humanity, we do.Join Cap, Brandon, and Jessica as we discuss the year at large and count backwards revealing our list and why we selected what we did. Plus- if you’re brave of heart and stout of liver you can play along with Brandon’s ill-advised drinking game: take a shot of whiskey every time we say “nerd” or “nerdy”. Drink responsibly!

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Episode 161:: The X-Files Re-Opened – Interview with Chris Carter & Joe Harris

Sun, 15 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The X-Files is back!The FBI’s unsolved case files have been reopened in a 10th season continuing Mulder and Scully’s quest for the truth – a comic book executive produced by series creator, Chris Carter. The first collected volume comes out this week and we’re joined by the entire creative team: series writer Joe Harris (Great Pacific) editor Denton J. Tipton, and Chris Carter for their first joint interview and an all-X-Files episode!The X-Files is one of the most prolific TV shows of all-time – a cultural zeitgeist, and in many ways a contributing factor to the world becoming a nerdier place. When the series ended there were still myriad questions, and Season 10 is every X-Phile’s long-awaited wet dream. Cap is joined by guest host X-Fan specialists: Nina Bernardakis from Ghostbusters: Resurrection and Mike Roffman from Consequence of Sound and Time.com for a journey into the unknown. They learn the origins of the comic, it’s canonical place with the rest of the series, how the often-rumored 3rd X-Files movie fits in, and about the upcoming annual written by X-Files writer/ producer Frank Spotnitz and Ten Thirteen’s Gabe Rotter. The Nerdy Crew also discusses our favorite episodes, the series’ lasting impact, chilling conspiracies, and our own real-life paranormal encounters.

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Episode 160 :: The Legacy of Young Justice

Sun, 17 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Earlier this year, we mourned the untimely cancellation of Young Justice, one of the greatest things to happen to both DC Comics characters and all-ages animated television. But all is not lost – This week, the world of Young Justice returns in the new video game Young Justice: Legacy! Cap and Tony of Nerdy Show are joined by Young Justice series creators Greg Weisman (Gargoyles, Star Wars: Rebels) and Brandon Vietti (Brave & the Bold, Under the Red Hood) to discuss Legacy and how it expands the series’ continuity.But is Legacy the end of Young Justice? Not if Greg and Brandon have anything to say about it! They discuss the origins of the show, ways the series might continue, the challenges of date-stamped continuity, and more – including their upcoming projects in animation and beyond!

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Episode 159 :: State of the Empire – These Arndt the Droids You’re Looking For

Sun, 03 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.Since last we convened, the Episode VII saga continues to unfold as the balance of power in the universe has once again shifted. Michael Arndt – Episode VII‘s celebrated screenwriter, and our greatest hope for the New Trilogy, is off the project. We don’t know why, nor do do we know much of the circumstances, but we mourn his loss and attempt to put the pieces together as to how this came to pass and what the future might hold. With so many last-minute shake ups for this 2015 film, you best believe there’s a lot of drama and strange rumors circulating. Join Cap, Doug, Hex, and Matt as they search for truth in these dark times… and then kick that gloom out the airlock for what becomes one of the funniest State of the Empires yet!We discuss the latest in Star Wars comics and gaming, drastically different versions of the original films in their infancy, Star Wars: Rebels‘ new villain: The Inquisitor, share our favorite Qui-Gon jokes, and dig deep into eclectic Lucasfilm licensing for a Willow Watch to remember!

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Nerdy Show Prime: Bustin’ with Central Florida Ghostbusters – Part 2

Tue, 29 Oct 2013 03:58:08 GMT

Our ride-along with the Central Florida Ghostbusters continues! Cap and Doug were only setting out to interview the Ghostbusters, but now they’re out on a call with them… to an abandoned hospital! But busting ghosts isn’t all ectoplasmic glitz and glamor – this is just a routine call typically placed by practical jokers and the paranoid. Yet, as they enter the hospital, something seems different. Hear the Ghostbusters try to spook themselves and their tag-alongs, discussing the fan chosen topic: Horror Games as they creep carefully through darkened corridors. And after a job well done the gang retires to The Geek Easy for some grilled cheeses and the final fan topic: Horror Movies. Thanks to Korrik and Vistas Clemency for the topics!

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Episode 158 :: Nerdy Show Book Club – Sick Puppies

Sun, 13 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Nerdy Show Book Club returns! We share the books we’re currently reading, discuss the book we read along with you guys, and do some of our famous dramatic readings. It’s a sexy party in the library, and you’re the guest of honor.This episode our Community Read-Along is a black comedy set in the Sunshine State, Carl Hiaasen’s Sick Puppy! Our home state is notorious for all the crazy that goes on here, and Hiaasen’s fictional Florida distils that crazy into a fine drinking liquor suitable for sipping at both South Beach poolsides and in seedy panhandle barrooms – either way, you wake up naked somewhere unexpected. Join Cap, Colin, Brandon, and Tony as we hit the road with an insane cast of characters including a lovable environmental terrorist, a barbie-fondling ex-drug dealer, a Governor turned avenging-nomad, a hit man with some very special mix tapes… and that only scratches the surface!We also discuss the amazing response to last month’s RPG $upport Drive and reveal the next Community Read-Along as well as the special guest for next episode. Let’s just say he had a hand in morphing teen books in the 90s into something awesome.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Bustin’ with Central Florida Ghostbusters – Part 1

Tue, 08 Oct 2013 03:48:50 GMT

Last year, the Central Florida Ghostbusters saved Orlando, and most likely the world, from an ancient evil that manifested a pyramid atop the arts district… You may have heard about it. We’ve been trying to get these guys on the show for ages, and we’ve finally got em’!

Join Cap for a paranormal Halloween treat with The Central Florida Ghostbusters: La Forge, Wall, Briggs, Poole, and their General Manager (and Nerdy Show host) Doug. What started as a chill night interviewing the crew at their firehouse turns into a Cops-style ride-along with the Ghostbusters as they head out on a call. Not only do we discuss some of the finer points about ghost busting and this illustrious crew’s adventures, we ask Orlando’s finest to discuss eerie, fan-chosen topics: The SCP Foundation and Fear Tourism. It’s just another day-in-the-life for the GBs, but for Cap it’s a night they’ll never forget.

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Episode 157 :: Mutant Football League & GTA V

Sun, 29 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

We talk about ball handling a lot on Nerdy Show… But usually it’s less Friday Night Lights and more secret time with your wacky uncle. While the tossing of the virtual pigskin isn’t usually our favorite past-time – if you put some spikes on that ball, and have it being caught by a skeleton with dreadlocks covered in orc blood… that gets our attention. And it got our attention 20 years ago – Fans of gruesome gridiron massacres rejoice: Mutant League is back!What was once Mutant League Football on the Sega Genesis has been reborn as Mutant Football League and it’s searching for fan funding via Kickstarter. We talk with original series creator Michael Mendeim about bringing his gory and hilarious football game back from the dead, what new and returning features fans can expect, parodying the sports industry, the Mutant League games that never were, and the ground-breaking animated series. Join Cap, Brandon, Tony, Colin, and Josh as we also discuss Grand Theft Auto V, the other games we’re playing, and the RPG $upport Drive.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Mighty Mega Men

Tue, 24 Sep 2013 03:31:43 GMT

Featuring interviews with The Protomen, Capcom’s Brett Elston, and Charlie from Fangamer! Big things are brewing in the fandom of everyone’s favorite blue robot. Capcom Unity just announced a musical olive branch to the Mega Man community with two albums of Mega music – including new music by your favorite robot-themed nerd rockers and rappers, as well as Over-Clocked Remix. And what’s more – Keiji Inafune, the man behind the helm of countless fan favorite Mega Man titles, is back with is own robot boy: Mighty No. 9!

The new game is on Kickstarter and is already one of the biggest fan-funded games of all-time. We talk with Brett Elston, Community Manager at Capcom Unity: the brain behind the forthcoming Mega Man albums, Charlie Verdin of Fangamer: the amazing merch-smiths who are lending their skills to Mighty No. 9, and Murphy, Commander, and Panther of The Protomen: the Mega Man-inspired post apocalyptic rockers caught between both projects. We discuss the new Protomen track, get hints at the secret of their other tracks on the record, and other juicy details about the Capcom albums, as well as the Protos’ theoretical involvement with Mighty No. 9. What’s more, Charlie talks new Mighty No. 9 merch details, reveals Brutal Legend merch by Fangamer, and hints to some big Earthbound and Pokémon related releases in the future.

Join Cap, Brandon, Jonna, Doug, and Josh as they share their favorite Robot Masters, why we love Mega Man, drop some truth-bombs about Neil Young, and discusses Inafune-san’s awesome-looking new game. This episode started life as a Microsode requested by Arkais and grew Mega-sized. Thanks, dude!

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Nerdy Show Episode 156 :: Microsode – The State of the Film Industry

Mon, 16 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

We’ve been talking a lot about Hollywood and the entertainment industry over the past few weeks, so let’s conclude that journey by looking at the big picture. In this microsode requested by Gundamking, Cap, Doug, and Josh discuss the state of the film industry. No, not California (though we do explore why our hometown Orlando didn’t become the “New Hollywood” in the 90s) – we’re talking about big budget blockbusters, surprise indie hits, and that popcorn chomping pastime that Steven Spielberg and George Lucas say is on the brink of implosion.The trouble with Tinseltown is a complicated thing to diagnose. We discuss suspicious trends in screenwriting, how television is in the process of surpassing film, the future of storytelling, and even spend some time on the topic of Kick Ass 2.

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Episode 155 :: Tales from the Pacific Rim with Travis Beacham

Sun, 08 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Pacific Rim rocked us like no summer movie has ever done in ages. It’s got all the adrenaline pumping goodies you could ask for: giant monsters and mecha, crazy action, and special effects actually worth spending the money to see in IMAX 3D with an N64 Rumble Pack taped to your groin… AND a fantastic, human story set in an amazing original world with compelling characters and intriguing subplots. When is the last time that was the case? The Fifth Element? Suffice it to say, we've been wanting to talk to the guy behind this movie for a while, and we finally have.Join Cap, Brandon, Tony, and Jonathan and Andrew from Wicked Anime for a chat with screenwriter, Travis Beacham. We discuss his experience with the kaiju genre, and his favorite anime as well as get into the overwhelmingly large world of Pacific Rim, read some erotic fan fiction, and discuss his forthcoming sci-fi TV series, Ballistic City.Don’t wait! Hop in Tigerwolf the dog-piloted Jager, and “Throw Up or Die!”

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Episode 154 :: RPG $upport Drive and D&D Update!

Sun, 01 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Attention! This is a special Nerdy Show Network Bulletin!Listen to this episode in-between chillaxed Labor Day burger flips and join Cap and Colin for a short, low-fi phone conversation. They've got some news to impart!Our interactive $upport Drives are back! Help the Nerdy Show Network stay alive in style by competing against fellow listeners to outbid each other in the quest to decide the next RPG system we play. But that’s not all – we’re launching this drive with a bonus perk like no other. So legendary we had to lock it up… A previously unreleased, full length episode of D&D. It’s a cosmic abortion we weren't sure we’d ever confess, but if this month’s goal is met we’ll dig it up.Learn how to get in on this action, how to propose an RPG system for us to play, and more D&D/ Nerdy Show updates!

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Episode 153 :: Marvel Movie Multiverse

Sat, 24 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Things are getting weird for Marvel movies. Word is out that the franchises licensed to Fox ( X-Men and Fantastic Four) exist in a shared universe, but allegedly that doesn't mean anything. Meanwhile, one mutant is set to appear in both the upcoming X-Men: Days of Future Past film and Avengers 2. That mess doesn't even include Spider-Man and the other unaccounted for Marvelites.In this episode, Cap, Doug, Josh, and Matt try to make sense of it all. Do the X-Men films have a shared continuity, or has it been changed? If there could be a crossover between just two studios’ Marvel properties – who would we pick? Who would we want to play Venom? And what are there ties between the new Thor film and Planet Hulk? We ask these questions and more – Plus we speculate on the recently-announced Marvel Experience, a cutting-edge touring event that promises to do the impossible. And yes, we share our thoughts on the recent announcement that Ben Affleck will play Batman. Seriously, how could we not?

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Episode 152 :: State of the Empire – Shadows of the Sith

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

When last Nerdy Show assembled to discuss Star Wars, LucasArts and Star Wars: The Clone Wars had fallen to the might of their new masters and rumors of a television series that would bridge the original and new trilogies had surfaced. It has been three months since Nerdy Show’s last report. We join them now, Cap, Hex, Marc, Matt, and Doug – still looking for news in Alderaan Places…We discuss the recently-announced Star Wars: Rebels, an animated show set to take place between episodes III and IV with some amazing talent attached, and share new Episode VII rumors including a startling discovery of a possible abandoned version of the Episode VII plot called “Shadows of the Sith”. We also drop a Willow bombshell we've been waiting to hear. Casting rumors, details on the new Disney Star Wars attractions, how Carl Urban could become the nerd trifecta, and more!Stay tuned to the end for the sexiest offer this side of Makeb.

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Episode 151 :: Microsode – Great Rivalries

Sun, 11 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Many of the greatest stories of all-time are founded on rivalries: two forces constantly at odds with one another. Mortal enemies, frenemies, siblings… we scour all of pop culture and reality to share our favorite rivalries. Hook vs. Pan, Coke vs. Pepsi, Wolverine vs. everyone… the list goes on.Join Cap, Hex, Doug, Kristin, and Jon for a pop culture-laden journey into heated debates, mortal feuds, and folks you love to hate. Thanks to BigBadShadowMan for requesting this topic!

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Episode 150 :: Adventures in Steampunk with Bruce Boxleitner

Sun, 04 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Nerdy Show ventures into the clockwork Megatropolis of Bruce Boxleitner’s Lantern City - a Steampunk television series currently in development. It’s an unconventional show, massive in scope, that’s partially created by the fan community that inspired it. We talk with man behind Tron and Babylon 5‘s John Sheridan and his collaborators Trevor Crafts and Matthew James Daley about the forthcoming series, and their recently released companion book, Rise.But that’s not all – this is a Nerdy Show microsode that evolved into a full-size show! Thanks to listner Kevin Wise, we’re discussing the world of Steampunk, its origins, and related “punks”. Dieselpunk, cyberpunk, electropunk, ….cattlepunk?! Join Cap, Hex, Doug, Kaymonstar, Jon, and Kristin as they share their favorite incarnations of the genre and other steamy subjects.

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Episode 149 :: Lightning Dogs Unleashed

Sun, 21 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

THE LIGHTNING DOGS RETURN!Our 80s-inspired, post apocalyptic, action figure-ready, cartoon universe is ever-growing. Tune in as we brainstorm this crazy concept live!When last we checked in with Cap, Hex, Brian, Tony, and Doug the Lightning Dogs had gained new team members, special powers, and their world expanded – but there’s still more work to do. In this episode we complete the core Lightning Dogs cast, brainstorm new villains and allies, and attempt to bring the world of the Wasteland to a point from which we can start telling full-fledged Lightning Dogs tales. Meet the new members of The Pack! Get more details on the Lightning Dogs mini comic! Good ideas! Bad ideas!Let us know what you think, send in your fan art, run with the pack, and never turn tail. Awoooooo!

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Nerdy Show Prime: How I Met Your Mothra

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 03:26:16 GMT

Run for your lives! Nerdy Show Prime returns with a mega-sized episode dedicated to giant monsters and their natural enemies. From modern-day Kaiju to their mythic beginnings, we leave no stone un-hurled and no robot un-pummeled. Cap, Brandon, and Hex join forces with Wicked Anime‘s Jonathan and Andrew to summon the awesome knowledge needed to slay this beast. We interview Sunstone Games’ Simon Strange and fan-favorite giant monster comic artist, Matt Frank – the team behind upcoming indie game, Colossal Kaiju Combat! They reveal their favorite giant monsters, behind-the-scenes stories, and discuss building what’s shaping up to be the greatest monster battle game of all-time. We also speak with comic legend Eric Powell about the Godzilla comic he never got to make, review Guillermo del Toro and Travis Beacham’s Pacific Rim, talk unconventional “giant monsters”, and more! Plus- your favorite suburban saurians return in an all-new episode of How I Met Your Mothra. Gyaos gets ready for the big dance, Gigan gets in trouble, and King Ghidorah comes over for dinner – what’s a giant monster dad to do?

Big thanks to: BigBadShadowMan, Berto.El.Con, and all our other supporters who made this episode possible.

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Episode 148 :: Microsode 2-Pack – Plant-Based Characters & LEGOs

Sun, 07 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Oh snap! Is that a LEGO piece or a tree branch you’ve stepped on? Either or! ep 148 300 ‘Cause you’ve stumbled on another Microsode 2-Pack! Cap and Hex announce Nerdy Show LIVE, discuss what’s new about Nerdapalooza 2013, and serve up two radically different, bite-sized episodes mashed together with some creamy cookie filling for your podcast nomjoyment.First up, Cap and Tony are joined by the Ghostbusters: Resurrection crew Doug, Josh, Adam, and Nina for a discussion on plant-based heroes and villains brought to you by BigBadShadowMan. Who are the chlorophyllic culprits and why aren't there as many tree hugging heroes to stop them? Will your favorite fictional ficus get mentioned? How do the Lightning Dogs factor into this?Next up, Trench88 asks us to discuss the building blocks of life: LEGO. Cap, Colin, and Brandon travel to the darkest Denmark to discover fascinating truths and lies about the multicolored mega-corp that’s been rocking our worlds since we (allegedly) passed the safe age for choking hazards.

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Episode 147 :: Summer Blockbusters So Far…

Sun, 30 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Ah, the summer blockbuster… Every big studio competing in no-holds-barred thrill-rides, filled with explosions, and sporting price tags in the hundreds of millions. The stakes are always high, and the film quality is dubious at best. In this episode of Nerdy Show, we sound off about the nerdiest of the summer blockbusters so far: Star Trek: Into Darkness, World War Z, and Man of Steel (we did Iron Man 3 already).Join Cap, Hex, Colin, and Doug as we share what we loved, what we loathed, and our expectations for the rest of the summer. You can bet your Betazoids we've got some critiques of how these films adapted their respective source material. And for those movies that we took issue with, we've got a few informed ideas of what they should've done instead. All this and an announcement about something new and big from Nerdy Show. Grab your over-priced popping corn and syrupy sippy gulp, there’s podcasting to be done.

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Episode 146 :: Nerdy Show Comic Show :: Heroes Falling, Villains Rising

Sun, 23 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

It’s a hot time for fans of cosmic happenings in superhero universes. Thanos, one of Marvel’s ultimate big bads, is getting the origin treatment with the mightily-bearded uber-author Jason Aaron (Wolverine & the X-Men, Thor: God of Thunder). Meanwhile over at DC, Geoff Johns’ landmark run of Green Lantern has ended, paving the way for a new creative team on every Lantern book including Rob Venditti (The Surrogates, X-O Manowar) on the main Green Lantern title. Dig this: not only do we interview both of those fine gentlemen in this episode, but we also moderate a panel at HeroesCon with the new authors of all the primary Lantern books – Van Jensen, Charles Soule, and Justin Jordan!Cap and Aaron host a mega-sized Comic Show not to be missed! Big names, big discussions, and keen insights. What exactly happened that took Venditti off Constantine? What did Aaron publicly confront DC publisher, Dan Didio about at the DC Retailer Road Show? What forthcoming event was accidentally alluded to during the Lantern panel? We also discuss what books we’re reading right now and play clips from other panels we moderated at HeroesCon including the Image panel featuring: Joe Harris (Great Pacific, X-Files), Tradd Moore and Justin Jordan (Luther Strode), Nate Bellegarde (Nowhere Men), Cory Walker (Invincible), Ming Doyle (Mara), Joe Eisma (Morning Glories), and Todd Nauck (Invincible Universe) AND the Dark Horse panel with: Eric Powell (The Goon), Sanford Greene (Rotten Apple), Becky Cloonan (The Fabulous Killjoys), and Matt Kindt (Mind MGMT).

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Episode 145 :: Kickstarting the Future-Past

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Get ready for a Kickstarter to the crotch! Over the few years of its existence, Kickstarter has been responsible for successfully funding countless nerdy concepts, awesome pieces of tech, music, literature, and other media that simply wouldn't have existed otherwise.This episode of Nerdy Show we discuss this crowd funding phenomena that’s changing the creative landscape. Hear Cap, Germaine, Jessica, Colin, and our Live Director, John La Valle’s stories of projects we've funded, the times we've been burned, and behind-the-helm perspectives from nerd-centric Kickstarters.We interview Martin Wagner, the mind behind 19th century serial killer documentary, Bloody Work about his trials funding a film via Kickstarter, and his historical investigation that promises to explore a dark, forgotten piece of American history. Also in this episode, Bryan of Flame On! moderates a panel with several successful comics Kickstarters, Ben Templesmith (30 Days of Night), Ryan Browne (God Hates Astronauts), Greg Baldwin (Creature Box), and Jeremy Haun (Bad Karma).Is Kickstarting all it’s cracked up to be? Will the crowd-funding bubble burst? What do you need to know to get your own project going? Just what does Nerdy Show think of Ouya? These are but some of the questions we ask in this episode of Nerdy Show.

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Episode 144 :: E3 2013 – Day 4

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

E3 2013 ends with a bang! This is the last and final part of our daily podcasts, and the biggest one yet. We made the most of day 3 and this double-length episode is jam-packed with game impressions and our top 5 games of the show! (Check them out below if you’re into spoilers.)We demo out Nintendo titles including The Wonderful 101, Mario Kart 8, and Super Mario 3D World. We try out the new Harmonix/ Disney collaboration Fantasia and check out the remake of Castle of Illusion. We sample the finest games from the early PS4 roster: Watch Dogs and Transistor. We sit in on presentations for Batman: Arkham Origins, Thief: Out of the Shadows, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt as well as get in on a 60-player demo of Battlefield 4, try out indie game, Colossal Kaiju Combat, and yes, there’s more.It’s a heck of a finale to an exhausting week of amazing new games and heated debates over new consoles. The next year will be a decisive one for the landscape of the industry and it all starts here.

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Episode 142 :: E3 2013 – Day 2

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The press conferences are over and the E3 con floor is finally open! Today’s the first day of exclusive first-looks and hands-on experiences with the future of gaming. But first, we go over the big Nintendo Direct E3 announcements including the new Mario Kart, Super Mario 3D World, and Smash Bros.Comics fans, we put Scribblenauts Unmasked: A DC Comics Adventure to the test (see it in an upcoming video), we got a first look at part of the new Walking Dead DLC 400 Days, and checked out the new LEGO Marvel Superheroes. We saw a pre-alpha demo of Mad Max, got hands-on with Saints Row IV, and checked out the latest Atlus titles. We check out the surprising cool features of Call of Duty: Ghost (yes, some of it involves dogs) and look for insights into Bungie’s Destiny. Those are just the highlights, and there’s lots more to come. What are YOU excited about? We’re your eyes and years, let us know on the forums!

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Episode 143 :: E3 2013 – Day 3

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Day 3 of E3 and our second day on the floor. Things are getting… intense. We get a tour of the XBOX ONE (aka XBone) and learn some revolutionary hardware facts that for some reason no one is talking about including how the controller could change the game experience and just how powerful this big black slab actually is.We get hands on with Deadpool, the new Phoenix Wright, the remade DuckTales, Game and Wario, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, Day Z, and Sonic the Hedgehog: Lost Worlds. We also find out the fate of Young Justice: Legacy, the season-bridging game we saw last year and first-looks at Murdered: Soul Suspect, Metal Gear: Phantom Pain, South Park: The Stick of Truth and more.

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Episode 141 :: E3 2013 – Day 1

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

E3 2013 is here! This year, the biggest event in gaming is more intense than ever with two new consoles vying for superiority and shifting paradigms of the industry. Nerdy Show is back in LA covering E3 for Bleeding Cool and this is our take on Day 1. The show hasn’t started yet, but Monday was a gauntlet of press conferences and media briefings with big reveals from X-Box, Sony, EA, Ubisoft, and all the developers they’re partnered up with.We share our takes on the new titles, new technology, and controversial decisions that will color the year of gaming and console debuts to come. Stay tuned to all our E3 coverage, including daily podcasts, videos, and interviews all week long.

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Episode 140 :: Nerdy Show Book Club – De Niromancer

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Nerdy Show Book Club we take on a nerdy novel classic William Gibson’s Neuromancer. Thirty years ago this novel redefined science fiction, and to this day it continues to indelibly influence… just about everything. Including your day-to-day life! This is the kernel from which all of cyberpunk exploded and infected the world’s psyche with digital consciousness. It’s a must read. …And none of us had read it. So we’ve fixed that and hopefully you’ve joined us as we plunged headfirst into the Sprawl.We share our thoughts on this landmark novel and its complex worldbuilding, discuss what you thought about the book, share what else we’ve been reading, and, of course, do a dramatic reading from Neuromancer as well as a reading from a film novelization. Join Cap, Hex, Brandon, Jon, and Colin as we crack the ICE on this new book club adventure.

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Episode 139 :: Microsode 2-Pack – MechWarrior & Sci-Fi / Fantasy

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

What’s that you smell? Is it the distinct scent of machine oil and dragon farts? It just might be!Nerdy Show is serving up another double-stack of Microsodes and we’re talkin’ ’bout giant robots and all those times where sci-fi and fantasy get freaky on each other. First, Cap Brandon, Jonna, Tony, and Luke discuss the universe of MechWarrior and Battle Tech – the books, the games, its origins, and the new MechWarrior Online – brought to you by Nerdy Show listener Trench88.Then, BigBadShadowMan wanted to know what our favorite meldings of sci-fi and fantasy are, so Cap and Tony joined up with Doug, Adam, Josh, and Nina of Ghostbusters: Resurrection to discuss that infamous “double mumbo jumbo”. What qualifies as sci-fi/fantasy? What doesn’t? Why are there two Microsode 2-Packs back-to-back?! Find out!

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Episode 138 :: Microsode 2-Pack – James Bond & H.P. Lovecraft

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

It’s a Microsode mash-up!Microsodes are where YOU choose a topic and we talk about it for 15-30 minutes. This episode of Nerdy Show is two Microsodes stuck together: James Bond 007 and the Multiple Bond Theory and H.P. Lovecraft. What do these two topics have to do with each other? Nothing at face value – but the discussions are fascinating journeys into multimedia and some serious pop culture nerding.In our James Bond discussion (brought to you by Trench 88 & Max Acree) Cap, Matt, and Colin team-up to talk about the connectivity (or lack thereof) between Bond films and the theory that could have united them. We discuss falling out with Skyfall, the original 1967 Casino Royale, what the future may hold for the franchise, and much, much Moore.Next, Cap and Hex are joined by Doug, LaForge, Brings, Wall, and Poole of Ghostbusters: Resurrection because ViralDemon had a carnal lust for cosmic horror. We discuss the unknowable greatness that is 20th century author H.P. Lovecraft – the terrifying concepts he created, his works, and the myriad films, comics, games, etc. that have been inspired by him. Dare we find ourselves lost amidst vile mists in labyrinthine corridors of non-euclidean geometry where cruel wordless sounds, not uttered by man since long before the Dark Awakening of certain grotesque cephalopods, echoes endlessly from anthracite chasms long-forgotten? We do.

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Episode 137 :: State of the Empire – A Great Disturbance in the Force

Sun, 12 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Like a phoenix purging the lands to make way for new growth, Disney, the new rulers of the Star Wars franchise have rained fire down upon the Lucasfilm landscape. Will it be for better or for worse? Only time will tell. In this episode we mourn the loss of LucasArts and speculate over what could come of the new Star Wars gaming partnership with EA. There’s a lot of new developments and hints as to where Star Wars could be heading as the companies get structured and production gets underway. As always, we’ll attempt to put this puzzle together – and if the pieces don’t fit then dammit. we’ll make them fit!Join Cap, Matt, Doug, and Ghostbusters: Resurrection‘s Nina for more Star Wars insights than you can shake a gaderffii at. We pick apart the rumored new animated series, Star Wars: Reclamation, that may bridge the gap between Jedi and Episode VII… if it’s not a hoax. We also speculate on new Star Wars developments at Disney parks, and, of course, Willow Watch!

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Episode 136 :: Iron Man 3 Review

Sun, 05 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Marvel Studios’ Phase 2 begins! Iron Man‘s unprecedented success in the theaters paved the way for Marvel creating their own movie empire. Now the prodigal son returns. Join Cap, Adam and Jon as they discuss Iron Man 3.Don’t worry, we warn you when the spoilers start, but it doesn’t take long. As the first Marvel movie post-Avengers this is a big one, and there’s not a lot we can say without really getting into it. Does it live up to or surpass previous films? What ramifications could it have for other Marvel movies? Will this be Robert Downey Jr.’s last film as Tony Stark? What makes the Mandarin so awesome? We review the film, tackle these questions, and discuss the other upcoming Marvel films and whether or not DC/Warner Bros. can ever hope to compete.

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Episode 135 :: Sim City & the Road to E3

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

E3 is coming this June, and once again Nerdy Show will be there. The big 3 are getting their announcements ready, holding pre-press conferences, and in some cases changing their routine altogether – so we’ve got to be ready! Join four fifths of your E3 2012 team: Cap, Brandon, Jonna, and Nerdy Show’s Live Programming Director, John LaValle as we gear up for the biggest game event of the year.Nintendo has changed their approach to E3, ditching a big press conference for online Nintendo Direct videos and wow – the last one was a beast! We discuss all Nintendo’s big announcements including a ton of new 3DS titles, some sparse WiiU news, and the news that Cap and a certain cult game fan following have been working towards for years.Since its catastrophic launch, we've been giving updates on Sim City here and there, but it’s finally ready to play! Colin and Brandon discuss their abusive Sim City relationship, why the game is addictive, what’s improved, what’s still broken, and why you should play with them in the Nerdy Show region. We also review indie zombie platformer, Gentleman Squid’s Three Dead Zed, All that plus even more gaming news and discussion… Press start for the next wave.

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Episode 134 :: Lightining Dogs Strike Twice

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Lightning Dogs never turn tail.So it should be no surprise that when Nerdy Show listeners, BigBadShadowMan and Huduvudu simultaneously earned microsodes and both requested we return to the post-apocalyptic world of the Lightning Dogs – we were up for the challenge.Who, or what, are The Lightning Dogs? They’re a pack of anthropomorphic dogs from another world, trapped on Earth, fighting the evil (and weirdly sexy) Glampire! Cap, Hex, Brian, Tony, and Doug conceived this 80s cartoon-styled mind baby by accident in episode 123 and their tangent was so out-of-control amazing it had to be revisited. Last time, they only scratched the surface – creating the villain and two heroes: Dingo and Pierre. There’s a lot of world building to be done, but can lightning strike twice?Join the original Lightning Dogs crew as they add more ‘Dogs to The Pack, build the series’ origin, add secret powers and vehicles, and more!

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Episode 133 :: Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Meet Gary. He’s a lovable minion of hell, just trying to work his way up (or down) the corporate ladder of the underworld. Life’s not all chill cubicle work with a demonic millipede burrowing its way through your intestines – no, when you’re working for a demanding boss like Satan, the daily grind has its challenges. Enter Adult Swim’s new docu-dramedy, Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell, chronicling the misadventures of Gary, Satan, and fellow co-worker Claude.Join Cap, Brandon, Andrew, and Jonathan for a rousing interview with Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell series co-creators Dave Willis and Casper Kelly. You may know them better as the the co-creator of Aqua Teen and Squidbillies (Dave) and co-creator of Stroker and Hoop and author of More Stories About Spaceships and Cancer (Casper). We discuss the new series, the dangers of red body paint, shows that should've gotten more love, writing for Aqua Teen, and more.

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Episode 132 :: Going North with Jeremy Soule – Part 2

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Part Two of our episode featuring renowned video game composer, Jeremy Soule and our review of BioShock Infinite. In the conclusion of our discussion with Jeremy Soule, he further explores his motivations behind his crowd-funded symphony, The Northerner, tells how he landed his first job working for Square at 19, and shares some secrets about Secret of Evermore.Team up with Cap, Brandon, Tony, and Doug once more for video game news and our post-game thoughts on Bioshock Infinite – a spoilerific treat we've safely stowed away at the end if you haven’t yet played it. For those that have, or don’t care – dive right in! The mysteries of Columbia await!

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Episode 131 :: Going North with Jeremy Soule – Part 1

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

This episode of Nerdy Show has so much awesome it couldn’t be contained in one episode!We interview video game composer, Jeremy Soule. You know, the guy behind the score for Skyrim, Oblivion, Morrowind, Guild Wars 2, Secret of Evermore, Baldur’s Gate… the list goes on. He’s been called the John Williams of game music, and now he’s making history with the world’s first crowd-funded symphony and his first large-scale personal project: The Northerner. Join Cap, Brandon, Tony, and Doug as they discover the secret origins of Jeremy Soule’s musical powers, share marching band stories, find out how collective consciousness is aiding in The Northerner‘s composition, and more!We also review the much-anticipated Bioshock Infinite. In this spoiler-free review, find out how this game meets the hype, where it falls short, and what it could mean for the future of story-driven gameplay. Listen to Part 2 with the second half of our interview with Jeremy Soule and our post-game thoughts of Bioshock Infinite

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Episode 130 :: Nerdy Show Comic Show :: New Movements with Gail Simone

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In our last comics episode we discussed all the confusing and upsetting things happening over at DC Comics, and there’s even more to talk about! Don’t worry though, this episode is light on doom and gloom and filled with awesome comics. We interview Gail Simone, of Secret Six and Batgirl fame, about her forthcoming projects including a bold new book from DC, The Movement, her fan-funded Leaving Megalopolis, and clashing swords with Red Sonja.Join Cap, Aaron, Adam, Tony, and Brian as we report on MegaCon 2013, say goodbye to Damian Wayne, celebrate just how much ass Marvel NOW is kicking, and fill you in on what comics you've got to check out.

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Episode 129 :: State of the Empire – The Deal Alters Further

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

It is a time of great speculation. Months after the announcement that there would be a new Star Wars film, there is still much that we do not know. That’s why we launched State of the Empire! Nerdy Show leaves no escape pod empty, no wampa un-stomped – we’re looking for news in Alderaan places, and a few of the right ones too.Star Wars’ new masters are shaking things up in the world of Lucasfilm, and there are some very sizable disturbances in the force. Does the cancellation of The Clone Wars, the postponement of Star Wars: Detours, and the alleged suspension of development at Lucasarts point to dark tidings, or a much-needed clean up of the various Star Wars enterprises? Join Cap, Hex, Doug, Matt, and Tony as we share our best guesses for what the rumored Star Wars spin-offs might hold, why it should be the “big four“, not the “big three”, and much more.All this AND Willow Watch! Willow has finally been released on Blu-Ray and Cap recently read the original novelization of the film. Between the newly revealed deleted scenes and Cap’s notes from the novel, we've got even more insight into just how big the world of Willow is and the version of the film that could have been.

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Episode 128 :: Minecraftery Report

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On Nerdy Show’s Minecraft Server of Awesome, a battle has raged: A battle of minds – across space, time, several continuities, and countless franchises. Now, our Minecraft Sci-Fi Build-A-Thon has ended and at long last we’re ready to announced the winners! Joining Cap, Hex, Brian, and Brandon are Build-A-Thon Sponsors and guest judges: Marshall Weber of Husky Jackal Theater, the guys behind Terminator The Second and Charlie Verdin of Fangamer. Are you precognitive enough to guess the winners?In this episode we reveal the winners, discuss the entries, our favorite sci-fis, and interview our guests about their amazing projects.

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Episode 127 :: Nerdy Show Book Club – Ready Player One

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Grab your oscillation overthruster and shove some garbage in your Mr. Fusion, ’cause we’re blasting off into 1980s obscurity! This month’s community read-along is Ernest Cline’s Ready Player One a book tailor-made for any geek nurtured in the neon womb of 80s excess and schooled on some of the greatest nerd-centric pop culture ever made. But is a book written by a nerd for nerds a good thing? Can carefully catered niche references go too far? And how does its sci-fi story stack up against its contemporaries?Join Cap, Hex, Colin, Brandon, and Tony for another adventure into the dog-eared pages of Nerdy Show Book Club. Find out what other books we’re reading and what we think about ‘em. Get in on the fun and read along with us!

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Episode 126 :: Back in the Game

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Video game episodes are back! Our first fully game-centered episode since the re-launch and the first brand new one in a long time. There’s lots of big releases on the horizon and plenty of announcements – both awesome and head-scratching. One of the games we were most excited about after E3 2012, Aliens: Colonial Marines is an unmitigated disaster, Sony finally announced the PS4 (but is spare with details), and Nintendo has unleashed some new game announcements… and lots more.Join Cap, Brandon, and Jonna as we get the haps on the videya game scene, share our expectations, theories, and pro tips for the Game Genie. Well, maybe not that last one. Can you imagine if we just read off Game Genie codes? That would be sucky and boring. Request it as a Microsode if you dare! We’d have to make it fun then. Dance Nerdy Show monkeys, dance!

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Episode 125 :: New Ways to Die

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

THIS EPISODE PRESENTED TO YOU IN GLORIOUS SPEED-WARP!Some kinda temporal mess-up made our files all wonky! Still listenable, we just sound weird.Anyhoo! A it’s a full sci-tech episode. Join Cap, Hex, Brian, Jon, and Jessica as we discuss some serious threats to our way of life. First, the gang discusses Asteroid 2012 DA14, or “dare” as we call ‘em, and the Russian meteor that scientists insist had nothing to do with one another. Can coincidence outweigh the opinions of astrophysicists? Cap and Brian share the supposed sinister truths. Our quadrocopter-building tech rat, Jessica leads a discussion on drones and we speculate on possible cyberpunk applications. All this and the global threat of automated hamburger machines. Be excited!

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Episode 124 :: Nerdy Show Comic Show: The DC Dilemma

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Nearly every time we talk comics, we can’t help but lament the shenanigans at DC Comics post-New 52 – both on page and behind the scenes. With the recent firing and subsequent re-hiring of Gail Simone on Batgirl, the company’s baffling editorial policies and mishandling of writers has hit an all-time high. Quickly shuffling writers, characters, and storylines with no regard for the artists that make the books possible or the reader makes us all feel very uncomfortable about the publisher. We love the creators and we love the characters – Just what the heck is going on over there?!Join Cap, Aaron, Adam, and Brian as we vent our frustrations once and for all. It was a discussion that had to happen! We lay out the facts, the rumors, and Brian’s personal experiences in hopes of finding some perspective on the hows, whos, and whys of current-era DC. We also discuss their controversial decision to hire Orson Scott Card to write Superman, and attempt to offer some levity to all this heavy crap by discussing our favorite new comics – yaaay!

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Nerdy Show Prime: Masked Justice

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 04:14:59 GMT

For decades masked heroes have taken the law into their own hands – but only on comic pages. However, in recent times the lines between fiction and reality have blurred, and indeed a few courageous souls have heeded the call to action. The Real Life Superhero Movement is a very real thing. All over North America, people are putting on costumes and fighting for what’s right. Some fight for social causes and some do in fact fight crime like their comic book counterparts. Nerdy Show listeners asked us to tackle the topic of “Real Life Superheroes and Vigilantes”, and tackle it we did. There’s an important distinction between the two. We speak with two Real Life Heroes who take the fight to the streets, the infamous Phoenix Jones of Seattle and one of the founders of the scene, Orlando’s own Master Legend as well as two members of the Skiffytown League of Heroes, and the surly Pittsburgh Batman. We also interview comics legend, Bob Burden – creator of Flaming Carrot and Mysterymen – the man who founded the concept of the blue-collar superhero! Join Cap, Hex, Brandon, and Jon as we look at heroes and vigilantes through history and ponder what gear we’d suit up with out on patrol.

Big thanks to: Berto.el.Con, AntiLuke, Heyitsbigandy, Twomper, and all our other supporters who made this episode possible.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Nerdy Show Declassified

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 04:13:11 GMT

Declassified just in time for the end times: The LONG LOST Nerdy Show Prime. Originally recorded in late 2010, this episode was seized by the FBI and only returned to us in June of this year. Join Cap, Hex, Mike, Brian, Brandon, and Jonna as we seek the truth behind UFOs, Atlantis, Paul McCartney, and every government cover-up in-between. Featuring interviews with the illusive blogger behind Crazy Fucking Conspiracies, MK Ultra rapper Jackson aka Mrs. Paintbrush of Grand Buffet, and historical mysticism author, Lanaia Lee. Draw the blinds, put on your tin foil helmet, and open your minds. The truth is out there.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Nuka Break

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 02:40:43 GMT

Our Nerdy Show Prime Fan Film Series continues! First we went below the surface and discussed Teenage Mutant Ninja Cinema, now we’re venturing out into the Wasteland in search of the perfect Nuka Break. Nuka Break is Wayside Creations‘ fan-funded web series based on the post-apocalyptic world of Fallout. The series is written by our very own Brian Clevinger, and co-created with Zack Finfrock. We’re joined by Zack, co-star Tybee Diskin, and Fallout veteran, scribe of the series bible, Chris Avellone, of Obsidian Entertainment. Join Cap, Hex, Brian, Brandon, Tony, and Luke as we hear stories from behind the scenes of the series, insights from the development of the games, tips for making fan films, and more!

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Nerdy Show Prime: Bacon

Fri, 04 May 2012 02:39:00 GMT

Because you demanded it: BACON. The haters out there said “old meme is old” and you said “hell no”. You, nerds of discerning taste, wanted to see if Nerdy Show could possibly pack any more awesome into savory, fat-rippled pork products. You were 1,000% right. Yes, we produced a bacon-themed podcast where we meet bacon makers and came to an understanding of why Odin saw fit to bestow us with these savory meats – but that is not the main attraction here. No…

Behold Nerdy Meal Time and weep. It is as if millions of pigs cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced. We’re joined by THE PROTOMEN as we voyage deep into a meaty, greasy abyss. These robits from the future sure know how to chow down. Q: What would the bacon craze be without Epic Meal Time? A: A withered and well-humped husk. But these Princes of Meat have become Internet Kings with their legendary videos. They are an inspiration. So, paying homage to their legacy, we have combined their greatness with our own nerd brilliance. F–king SMART. This is Nerdy Show isn't it? So you know we’re going to record a damn podcast. That’s the name of the game. Nerdy Meal Time is the main event, but in this bacon podcast we get into the nitty gritty. Want to find out how bacon is made? We drove from Orlando, Florida to Nashville, Tennessee to find out.

Adventure with us to The Loveless Cafe where they smoke their own meats and make some of the finest bacon products in the U.S. of A. We speak with Tony the Pitmaster and Loveless (bacon) spokesperson Jesse Goldstein about how cute pigs are transformed into succulent pork products of every shape and form. Joining Cap, Hex, Brandon, Colin, and Luke for this episode is Chrystal Casale, pro chef and instrumental force behind making Nerdy Meal Time a reality. We drop some science on this whole bacon phenomena and recount the dramatic tale of how Nerdy Meal Time came into being… and its painful side-effects.

Big thanks to: Twothums, Jobarda, MuckRaker, Stuart Edney, BigBadShadowMan, Frozentreasure, and all our other supporters of October ’11 who made this bacon-stravaganza possible.

*It’s important to note, this episode was recorded in January 2012, before Mike’s tragic death. There are some comments within this episode that, given the circumstances, may seem insensitive. We've chosen to leave this section intact and unedited.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Busting Makes Us Feel Good

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT

There’s hardly an episode that goes by without us mentioning or somehow referencing Ghostbusters. The landmark 1984 paranormal comedy has profoundly influenced the whole of nerdom and it’s high time we devoted an entire episode to it. Since this is sucha momentous occasion we thought we’d do it style – we interviewed none other than Dr. Raymond Stanz himself, Ghostbusters star and scribe, Dan Aykroyd!

Join Cap, Hex, Brandon, Brian and special guest, Ghostbusting maniac and Nerdy community member, Arkais, for an episode packed with more ectoplasm than a 50 ton Twinkie. With us for the entire adventure is Erik Burnham and Dan Schoening, the creative team behind IDW’s ongoing Ghostbusters comics series. We discuss how the series, got its start, what’s in store, and how they pack so much ghost busting goodness into each issue. We also met up with the guys behind the upcoming Ghostbusters mobile game, Ghostbusters: Paranormal Blast to find out what its doing that no other paranormal AR game can. PLUS we’re getting drunk the whole time on Dan Aykroyd’s Crystal Head Vodka.

Doe…Ray…EGON!

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Nerdy Show Prime: Nerdcore – Part 2

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 02:52:21 GMT

We knew that our exploration of nerd music history would be lengthy, but we were surprised how deep the rabbit hole went. Recorded in one long sitting, dividing this episode into two parts was an on-the-spot decision. You can tell it’s gotten late, ’cause we’ve gotten a little loopy. Picking up where we left off - our adventure through nerd music history continues up to the present and into the future! Z from Hipster, Please! and Wired’s GeekDad. makes a brief time-traveling appearance, while the battle-ready, Adam WarRock stays strong with Hex, Cap, and Triforce Mike on into the night. Nerdy Show is proud to present the triumphant conclusion to “Nerdcore: The Past, Present, and Future of Nerd Music“. This episode features an EPIC group interview with some of the biggest names in Nerdcore: MC Lars, Random, K-Murdock, Tribe One, and Adam WarRock recorded during the Race Wars Tour. Special thanks to: Anti Luke, Ross Butler, Big Bad Shadow Man, BlameTheWizards, lgolem, Flaninja, Sage0, Darren Reid, and Arkais who made this show possible with their generous support.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Nerdcore – Part 1

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Nerd music is one of the key focuses here at Nerdy Show, so it’s our absolute pleasure to devote a two-part Prime episode to it! Our very own Hex, is something of a nerd music historian and for this momentous occasion he’s brought along the only other being whose knowledge in the field surpasses his own, Z from Hipster, Please! and Wired’s GeekDad. Also joining us for the ride is a bold new force in the world of nerd music who wants to learn more about the genre’s past: comic rapper extraordinaire, Adam WarRock

!Join Hex, Cap, and Triforce Mike as they delve deep into a seldom-chronicled corner of nerd history. For the first time anywhere, Nerdy Show is proud to present: the complete history of nerd music.

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Triforce Mike Tribute

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:32:10 GMT

On January 31st we lost a friend, brother, /co/merade, brony, poképhile, and so so so much more – the one, the only, the legendary: Triforce Mike. The night of Sunday, the 29th, he was hit by a car while biking. The crash put him into an unconsciousness from which he’d never wake. On the 30th, hundreds of people came to his hospital room to pay respects, friends and family arrived from out of town and overseas to be with him. That following day, after his passing, the Nerdy Show family and his oldest friends gathered for one very raw, emotional tribute recording. It was the largest assemblage of Nerdy Show crew ever in one place at one time.

In this episode we share our favorite stories from his life, stories about what he meant to us, and how he changed our lives. Recording this episode was a chance for all of us to really come to terms, together, with the reality of his loss. It helped us each reach a catharsis and prepare for the road ahead. It’s intimate, unedited, and there’s a lot of really rough moments. But, it’s something we wanted to share. It’s Mike as we knew him. If you ever really wanted to know the man, if you ever were curious about what a crazy kid he was, ever wondered when and how he first shit his pants, or were ever curious how one crazy bastard could make a difference in the lives of thousands – Listen on.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Life Day Spectacular

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 02:15:25 GMT

Winter holiday specials are a time honored tradition. Some are simply strange attempts to cash in on the holiday season (*cough*StarWars*cough*), others are brilliant, creative outpourings in the name of warmth, family, togetherness, and the hope that maybe, just maybe we can make the world a better place. We’d like to think this is the latter, but we’re willing to bet you’ll disagree. Whatever you celebrate this holiday season – Nerdy Show is right there with you! We've got a nondenominational fest-stravaganza! (Well, unless Wookie is a denomination). Yes, it’s that time of year again, Life Day, when all Wookies return to Kashyyyk to celebrate. But unfortunately for Nerdy Show’s Wookie friend, Grumpy, he can’t get a lift to the forested planet. Instead, the Nerdy crew are taking him up to Brian’s cabin in the woods where he can commune, but there’s one big problem – they’re stuck in the worst holiday traffic jam of all time! Join the entire Nerdy Show gang – yes, all of us – including Flame On and Marc With a C as well as special guests I Fight Dragons! Plus a Dungeons & Doritos Crunchmas Special! We guarantee, you’ve never in your life experienced a holiday show like this.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Teenage Mutant Ninja Cinema

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:42:55 GMT

Nerdy Show Prime is our on-going series of stand-0ut, single-subject episodes existing beyond our regularly scheduled programming. We’re pleased to bring you the first in a multi-part Prime series on the topic of “fan films”. We've entered in a bold new era of fan films, one where creating a full-scale film in someone else’s universe is an accepted thing, what’s more we’re seeing more and more fan films of an incredible professional grade. Our Nerdy Show Prime Fan Film Series will see us discussing the genre and interviewing incredible new talents making names for themselves in the field, as well as the creators whose work has served as inspiration for the new films.

For Volume 1 of our fan film series we’re discussing a topic very near and dear to our hearts: Ninja Turtles. Writer-director Polaris Banks‘ new fan film, Casey Jones: The Movie brings the masked vigilante to the screen as we've never seen before, while paying homage to the visual style of the original 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film, directed by Steve Barron. We interview Polaris, and get a behind-the-scenes perspective on guerrilla indie film making at its finest, as well as all the influences that he poured into the film. THEN we share an epic-length discussion with Steve Barron, legendary music video director and Jim Henson collaborator, on his experiences making the original Turtles film, what was cut out, what happened with the sequel, and more! Many long-pondered fan questions are answered! We also learn about Barron’s newest project, an intense, star-studded adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island – like you've never seen before!

Crawl into your drain pipe, grab a slice of ‘za, and listen in!

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Nerdy Show Prime: Voice Acting! Part 2

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:43:57 GMT

Part 2 of our Nerdy Show Prime 2-part feature on VOICE ACTING! When it comes to animation – voice actors define a character. Sure, there’s the writing and the animation, but it’s the voice that really sells the character. What would the animated characters be without their iconic voices bringing each of those characters to life? What’s the difference between a good anime dub and a bad one? It’s the voices. In this two-part Nerdy Show Prime episode, we celebrate voice actors, their legacy in animation and other mediums. We discuss the history of voice acting, famous voice actors, defining roles and interview some greats of the field. In our second part of this double-length voice acting feature we speak to prolific anime voice actor, Vic Mignogna, star of Full Metal Alchemist, as well as Mr. Badass himself: Steve Blum who’s put hair on your chest as Wolverine, and Spike Spiegel. In this episode we also discuss the origin of voice acting: radio dramas, as well as share some voice acting secrets about our own radio drama, Dungeons & Doritos. This is our first fan-commissioned episode! Our hats are off to Byron McIssac and Ross Butler who donated in our April donation drive to their chosen topic of “Voice Acting” and made this episode a reality. Big thanks to them and all donors since for supporting the show and helping us bring you amazing episodes like this one. We couldn’t do this without you.

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Nerdy Show Prime: Voice Acting! Part 1

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:37:53 GMT

When it comes to animation – voice actors define a character. Sure, there’s the writing and the animation, but it’s the voice that really sells the character. What would the Looney Tunes be without their iconic voices bringing each of those characters to life? What’s the difference between a good anime dub and a bad one? It’s the voices. As nerds we’ve created something of a fandom surrounding voice actors. Giving these men and women of a thousand faces the celebrity following that they deserve. And they so deserve it – they get all the cool roles. Spastic rodents, ninja turtles, warlords from space, magical ponies. Not even Johnny Depp has been a magical pony. True fact. In this two-part Nerdy Show Prime episode, we celebrate voice actors, their legacy in animation and other mediums. We discuss the history of voice acting, famous voice actors, defining roles and interview some greats of the field. In this first episode we speak to the legendary Rob Paulsen, whos voice has dominated American animation for the last three decades, as well as Yuri Lowenthal, rising star in all fields of voice work best known for being the Prince of Persia and the voice of Ben 10. This episode is our first fan-commissioned episode! Our hats are off to Byron McIssac and Ross Butler who donated in our April donation drive to their chosen topic of “Voice Acting” and made this episode a reality. Big thanks to them and all donors since for supporting the show and helping us bring you amazing episodes like this one. We couldn’t do this without you.

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Season 4 :: Episode 7.5 :: Pokésode Tweed

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:15:00 GMT

We’ve got a treat for the real Poké-maniacs in the audience. Triforce Mike has an important message about just how much insane work goes into Pokémon breeding, his quest for a perfect Teddiursa, and why he feels IV training shouldn’t be viewed as cheating. It’s a rant so expansive it had to be given it’s own cartridge. Ladies and gentlemen: Pokésode Tweed!

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Links:

Our original Pokésode – from Season 3

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Season 4 :: Episode 7 :: Pokésode Plaid

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT

At long last… You knew this day was coming. A new Pokémon game without a corresponding Nerdy Show is an unnatural thing. It’s like a sunrise without a Moltres or a derp without a Bidoof. Besides, everyone knows that Triforce Mike is a first class Poképhile. He has to go door-to-door and everything! This is like AA for him. He needs this.

So embark with us on an adventure into the ball tossin’, animal fightin’ world of Pokémon! It’s a full house in the Nerdy Show studio- Join Cap, Hex, Mike, Tony, Brandon, and Jonna for a serious Pokésode. We discuss the series as a whole, review the new game(s) Pokémon Black & White, and try to shed some light on Triforce Mike’s addition. He owns both versions of the game and is usually operating two DSes at the same time, he needs help!

It’s not all game reviews and Pokémon stats – oh no! We do actually go on an adventure into the world of Pokémon. That ain’t no lie. The six of us take part in a rousing Pokémon Tabletop RPG! Hex is our game master and the rest of us are a rag-tag group of Pokémon trainers in-training. If you love Dungeons & Doritos, Pokémon, both, or possibly neither – you might be totally into this! Let us know if you want more. UPDATE: You DID Want more! This is episode zero of Pokéballs of Steelix!

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Nerdy Show Prime: The Curious Case of Dean Wallace

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:35:07 GMT

Nothing could have prepared us for this… This is both the first episode of Nerdy Show Prime and an unparalleled document of the unusual. Nerdy Show Prime is a new brand of monthly episode dedicated to big topics that take an entire full-length show to discuss. However, we’d pushed aside our originally intended topic to tackle a more pressing matter… the disappearance of our good friend, Dean Wallace. You may remember Dean from some of our previous episodes such as Duck Hunt and Were the Wild Things Are, if not don’t worry, we’ve got a recap for you. Dean’s an outdoorsman, and he’s had one or two run-ins with the paranormal… including werewolves. During our call-in episode, Dial-A-Dork, Dean’s eldest son, Gary called in… one thing led to another and suffice it to say he claimed he has a big hairy secret and he wanted to take his anger out on his dad. We thought Dean had the situation under control, but he’s been missing for the last two weeks. Cap and Hex visited his house one night only to find it ransacked. The police don’t have any solid leads, and no one knows where Gary is. This episode was originally put together to spread public awareness of Dean’s disappearance and also to raise social consciousness about the growing numbers of young people willingly becoming vampires, werewolves, and other beasties. To help with this, we’ve partnered with No Fangs – an organization devoted to changing lives by encouraging folks to say “no fangs” to becoming creatures of the night. Joining us for much of the show is Luke McDuffee, songwriter and bassist for alt. rock band Framing Hanley (and a Nerdy Show listener) who travels the country with No Fangs, teaching kids about the folly of turning to paranormal lifestyles. Everything was all good and well… but only a short while into the episode we started to hear strange noises and inexplicable happenings have us questioning our already wavering beliefs… Can ghosts haunt data files like video games and podcasts? …We can only assure you that everything you hear in this episode is real. What you choose to believe is up to you.

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Season 3 :: Episode 29 :: Fight the Power [Button]

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:00:31 GMT

My fellow Nerds, a crisis is upon us. As some of you may have heard, a recent high court ruling in the UK has greatly jeopardized the future of the Chiptunes movement. The hardware integral to creating music from current and retro gaming systems is now illegal. This aggression will not stand, man – and we won’t sit by idly while our bothers and sister across the pond cannot pick up their Gameboys and bleep bloop in public. …Did that come out wrong? NEVERMIND.

In response to this ruling, Nerdy Show has created Fight the Power, an organization and movement dedicated to fighting for the rights of nerd musicians and the right to make nerd music of all kinds. Read the Fight the Power Manifesto, join the Facebook Page and find out what you can do to join in the fight.

In this episode we elaborate on the plight in the UK and talk with British chiptune musician, Pixelh8 about his feelings on the ruling, what he’s doing to turn the tide, his upcoming projects, and how BBC America butchers British television. We’re also joined by chiptune beatsmith: DJ RoboRob, calling all the way from Iraq, and yo-yo master and chiptunes rapper: Doctor Popular. All that plus a surplus of cool video game news, Mike gets weirdly (and disturbingly) political, and crackpot Russian conspiracy theories – oh boy!

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Season 3 :: Episode 20 :: Cosmic Things

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:36:00 GMT

Come with us, dear listeners – BEYOND! Into the ballroom of the skies, where the infinite COSMOS are rife with unfathomable mysteries! Where space men and women wear sexy outfits and shoot BEAMS! Pew-pew-pew! Whoosh!

Nerdy Show adventures into the realms of our favorite cosmic comic books and some cosmic other stuff too! Captaining our journey to the stars and beyond are a few experts of the realm: Tony Bedard (Green Lantern Corps, R.E.B.L.E.S.), the Marvel cosmic writing duo Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning (Nova, Guardians of the Galaxy, Thanos Imperative), and our own junior cosmic cadet, Brian, whose re-telling of the Infinity Gauntlet is on the way. Each of them bequeath unto us their knowledge of the unknown and cosmic comic secrets of the past and future. It’s good stuff!

We’ve also chat with intergalactic rock stars, Kirby Krackle. The ONLY comic book rock band. You’ve no doubt had your mind blown by their music on our show in the past, now savor their sultry voices, heed their mighty words, and be prepared for them to unleash an Annihilation Wave of awesome on Nerdapalooza.

We also delve into the video game side of the cosmic sphere with a look at the recently released EVE Online expansion, Tyrannis and their currently running Alliance Tournament VIII – accompanied by spaced-out space mining stories from Nerdy Show correspondent, Kristin Frenzel. Also Cap’s verdict on Mario Galaxy 2. Ka-kow!

PLUS- There’s a big Dungeons and Doritos Announcement as the series makes its triumphant return. Brace yourself for all new madness, mayhem, and adventure!

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Season 3 :: Episode 19 :: Peaks Freaks

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Originally published June 2010.As you’ve no doubt gathered from our recent episodes, we’re in love with the X-Box game, Alan Wake and its live action prequel, Bright Falls. But alongside our excitement for this new game is our love for one of Wake‘s primary influences: David Lynch and Mark Frost’s Twin Peaks.This year marks the 20th anniversary of the monumental television series and Nerdy Show has put together a spectacular show in its honor. So lock the doors on your cabin in the woods, scarf down some donuts and pie, and enjoy a damn good cup of coffee (or a nice fist full of Garmonbozia as the case may be) – this episode will possess you with its awesomeness. The Nerdy Show gang is joined by evil man and nerd rapper extraordinaire, Schäffer the Darklord – a Peaks fan so old school he’s got the original broadcasts on VHS, and Matt Haley, the comic book artist who nearly got Twin Peaks continued as a graphic novel.In this episode Haley gives the plot lines of what would have been the Season 3 Graphic Novel and drops some major truth bombs about what you think you know about Twin Peaks. We also share our favorite parts of the series, our own paranormal experiences, and go in-depth with what links Alan Wake and Twin Peaks as well as what makes each surreal suspense-thriller so unique and amazing.If you haven’t watched Twin Peaks before, then you’re definitely going to want to after this episode. Get your Netflix ready, check them out on iTunes in HD (better than the DVD quality), or see below for where you can watch the series online. Boy, are you in for a treat.For links and more info: http://nerdyshow.com/2010/06/episode-019-peaks-freaks/

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Season 3 :: Episode 7 :: Nerds in Space

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In this week’s action packed episode of Nerdy Show, we have a very science-heavy theme, surrounding SPACE!! IRONY!!!* We have our good pal Pixelh8 coming back on the show to discuss his upcoming performance this weekend where he will be performing at the British Institute of Astronomy at Cambridge University for the Science Fair. His performance relies heavily on the barely noticeable sounds of the machinery used to observe the barely noticeable sounds of space. That’s right, we have a Nerdy Show Exclusive for this episode!! We also discuss our extra early viewing of the movie Kick-Ass and our thoughts (SPOILER: WE ENJOYED IT!!)

Some big news that hex almost forgot to mention is that his baby, Nerdapalooza, was nominated for the First Annual GeekDad Awards! Now, we wouldn’t dare demand you to vote. But Brian would. VOTE FOR NERDAPALOOZA HERE!!!

*(btw, the irony is that space surrounds us…)

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Season 3 :: Episode 2 :: Tetris Rap Attack! with Astronautalis

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Last year we celebrated our love of obscure video games and kicked off our Tetris Rap Attack competition - in THIS episode we reveal the winners! This humble competition asked fans to remix the music of hidden SNES gem, Tetris Attack (aka Panel De Pon) and the winners would be selected by rappers Astronautalis, Masurao of Krondor Krew, and MC Cool Whip to rap over them. In this episode, we're joined by Grand Prize rapping judge, storytelling rap indie sensation, Astronautalis, to discuss the origins of the lyrics he laid on the winning beat as well as the dark depths of his 40k obsession, and his love for this cute-as-hell puzzle game.

Congratulations to our winners, Evers McGee, TheHT, and Nomar Slevik and a big thank you to everyone who contributed.

To listen to and download ALL the submissions, click here!

For links and more info, head to the main episode page: https://nerdyshow.com/2010/02/episode-002-tetris-rap-attack/

Tracks

Tetris Shot :: Guccimonster
Millennium Horses (Nomar Slevik) :: MC Cool Whip
Ante Up (Battle!) :: M.O.P. (Team Teamwork Remix)
(Gotta) Beat That Block (TheHT) :: Masurao
A Millie Joel :: Bleubird
this city ain't just a skyline (Evers McGee) :: Astronautalis
Bowser's Stage :: killsaly
McVaffeQuasi Ultimix :: McVaffe
The Story of My Life :: Astronautalis & P.O.S.
Trouble Hunters :: Astronautalis
Water Level :: krhym3.574r.0n3

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Season 2 :: Episode 12 :: Blips & Chips

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:00:04 GMT

Celebrating the chiptunes genre/movement (whichever you prefer to call it), the Nerdy Show team invites British chiptunes maestro, Pixelh8, on the show to give us his take on it. We also have the amazing return of the incomparable Brian Clevinger! We missed him so much!!

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Season 1 Flashback :: Protomen Interview – 6/18/09

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:00:44 GMT

At last! Galdap has pulled a fragment from Nerdy Show’s lost season from the void – and none too soon! Just in time for their April 19th performance in Orlando, and subsequent return to Nerdy Show we’re proud to present to you Nerdy Show’s first interview with the Protomen.

This interview is an excerpt from the June 18th episode called “The Mega Show”, which celebrated everyone’s favorite blue robo-man, Mega Man. Of course, no robot episode is complete without robo expert, Mr. Brian Clevinger. “The Mega Show” was Brian’s second Nerdy Show appearance, back when he was but a lowly guest-star.

This interview is a piece of history – three months before the earth-shattering release of The Protomen’s Act II, just after their debut at Bonnaroo, and a month before their first Orlando performance at the 2009 Nerdapalooza. Featuring the world premier of “Keep Quiet” as well as the first murmurings of their legendary Act II release party which went on to rank second in Nerdy Show’s Top 20 Nerdy Things of 2009.

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Season 1 Flashback :: 2/11/09

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 05:00:33 GMT

This unnamed episode from February 11th, 2009 is our earliest recording; pulled from the aether by arcane magicks. Cap, Mike, and Hex’s first show together is lost to time – never recorded – and this episode is possibly the second, third, or even fourth Nerdy Show recording. Before this, Aaron had been co-hosting a show called Talk Nerdy to Me on WPRK, a college radio station in Winter Park, Florida. After a while, he got sick of it and pawned the gig off to Cap and Mike. A wild Hex appeared; and the rest is the stuff of legend.

In this episode, the original Nerdy Show trio are joined by Aaron who tells us about what he saw at New York Comic Con (which happened in February back then). The crew talks about the latest happenings in nerd pop culture and saturate the Central Floridian radio waves with undiluted geek mirth. It was a simpler time… There’s dated references and old, downright historical, news including discussion about Mirror’s Edge, GTA IV: The Lost and the Damned, D-Pad Hero, the yet unreleased Ghostbusters video game and action figures, and Mike tells us how Street Fighter II‘s Blanka inspired him as a child.

This little podcast has come so far and my… what a journey it’s been.

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