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| 22 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep. 1 "The Broken Circle" Review | 01:16:49 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Strange New Worlds is back! Season 2 kicks off with an episode focusing more on the crew and less on the captain. Episode 1 "The Broken Circle" brings Spock to the Captain's chair and Carol Kane to the bridge, so you know there's some fun to be had. Ryan shares his thoughts on the show as a whole and they discuss the merits of tackling war inside of Star Trek. Augmentation is discussed, it's a lot! How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/6UoS9WUFkqA Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 22 Mar 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 5 "Imposters" Review | 01:16:16 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owuu9pK_06o Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues for Season 3. Now, they get into Episode 5 "Imposters" and everything they are still loving about this season. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 1 "Glorious Purpose" Review | 01:13:06 | |
The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki It's another chapter in the MCU and the Fake Nerds are ready to dive in! They talk about everything that hit for them on the show and where their greatest hopes (and fears) lie for what's to come. There's a lot of praise and some critique, but overall an enjoyable time discussing the implications of the TVA's introduction and excitement for where this Loki-variant is headed! Check it out! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/9DL8qfNVGjY Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 25 Nov 2023 | Doctor Who Series 1-4 Revisited | 02:01:56 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! It's time to travel through space and time with the Doctor! Doctor Who is celebrating 60 years and the Fake Nerds are celebrating! In anticipation of the 60th anniversary specials, Brandon gathers Sparkz and Xander for a revisiting of modern Doctor Who. For their first discussion, they go over Series 1-4, including all of Christopher Eccleston's time (so far) and David Tennant before his farewell specials. They talk favorite moments, characters, episodes, music selections, villains, and more! Revel in celebrating the companions: Rose Tyler, Captain Jack Harkness, Martha Jones, and Donna Noble! Enjoy the trip down memory lane as the 60th anniversary specials begin to drop! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/vAYSSG1efqo Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 30 Jan 2023 | The Last of Us Ep. 2 "Infected" Review | 01:05:24 | |
To watch the video, click here: https://www.youtube.com/live/dXu47Ks9Eeg Sparkz and Ryan continue their discussion with Phai of this television adaptation from one of their favorite games. There is so much they love about the translation between mediums and they get into all of it with this discussion of Episode 2 - "Infected." Clickers have arrived and they look incredible, plus a ton of emotional new content! The performances are spectacular and the quality is certainly there. Hear them go over all their joy with this new form of a story they enjoyed so much! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Jul 2023 | Secret Invasion Eps. 2-3 "Promises" and "Betrayed" Review | 01:28:34 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! It's time for another televised adventure in the MCU, now with the Disney+ series: Secret Invasion. The Skrulls are among us and it's time for the Fake Nerds to discuss another MCU show. Brandon, Ryan, and Sparkz are back to talk about episodes 2 and 3 of Secret Invasion: "Promises" and "Betrayed." It's a mixed bag of praise and criticism as they all agree with being happy on episode 2 and then feeling like things slipped up a bit with the third. The performances continue to be a standout highlight and the writing is quite strong. They weigh out if this can all add up to a satisfying whole. Come along for the discussion, right here. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/x0HUSBBRCyA Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 6 "The Impossible Box" Review | 00:40:54 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 21, 2020 and is being uploaded for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NotG1NmwSos It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love/hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 6 - "The Impossible Box" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Downright Nerdy's Mini-Milestone Giveaway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2Zyv-Vq_iE Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 13 Apr 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 3 Eps. 4-6 (Ch. 20-22) Review | 02:23:49 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/lm2n5JkaVzM The Star Wars saga continues with the third season of The Mandalorian! It's finally time to start talking Mando again! For the first three episodes: Brandon returns to join Ben, Sparkz, and Ryan to get into some of the biggest controversies this show has seen so far. This covers "Chapter 20: The Foundling," "Chapter 21: The Pirate," and "Chapter 22: Guns for Hire." There's a lot of feelings in many directions and on different points. The Fake Nerds are not all in agreement with how the show is handling its materials, but they have a great debate on what the show is nailing, what it's missing, and what they are desperately searching for. May the force be with us all as we seek out the light and deprive the dark side. Find out who lands where and so much more about their reactions right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 29 Dec 2023 | Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 4 Ep. 5-10 Review | 01:12:17 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Star Trek: Lower Decks is back for a fourth season and BrandonT. McClure is joined by new guests: Travis Alexander and Xander Jaque! Travis Alexander is back to join Brandon and Xander Jaque for the final 6 episodes of Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 4! "Empathological Fallacies," "Parth Ferengi's Heart Place," "A Few Badgeys More," "Caves," "The Inner Fight," and "Old Friends, New Planets" are all covered on this major final episode! Star Trek: Lower Decks has brought back one of the most obscure characters in Star Trek history, does it pay off? Or is it just "the reference show" everyone thinks it is? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/P0Bk5OfM3UQ *This episode was originally recorded on November 18th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | The Last of Us Ep. 5 "Endure and Survive" Review | 01:08:29 | |
Ryan and Sparkz are joined by their friend Phai for discussion on the HBO video game adaptation: The Last of Us. This episode is also available in video format. To watch, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THvAYHCd-EM Sparkz and Ryan continue their discussion with Phai of this television adaptation from one of their favorite games. There is so much they love about the translation between mediums and they get into all of it with this discussion of Episode 5 - "Endure and Survive." The episode brings some of the most anticipated material for our trio and they get into everything that was so amazing in the adaptation. Follow-ups on how this works in conversation with episode 4 bring new feelings to light, big emotions and shifts to the characters are discussed, plus some major speculation for how this changes the adaptation's story going forward. There's plenty to chew on here so we hope you enjoy the conversation! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 4 "Absolute Candor" Review | 00:36:48 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 2, 2020 and is being uploaded for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hwwg-4h9dFo It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love/hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 4 - "Absolute Candor" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 2 Ep. 10 "Farewell" FINALE Review | 01:07:01 | |
This episode originally aired on YouTube on May 12, 2022 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=628eN-TODiw Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek is continuing it's television ventures with the return of Picard. Brandon is joined by Michael this week where the discussion begins for the Season 2 finale: "Farewell." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 28 Jan 2023 | Andor Season 1 Eps.4-6 Review | 01:05:40 | |
This episode originally aired on 10/21/22. To watch the original, click here: https://youtu.be/HBxKAk1MaRo The gang's all here to dive in on the brand new Star Wars series for Disney+: Andor. Ben, Brandon, and Ryan are here to discuss Episode 4 "Aldhani," Episode 5 "The Axe Forgets," and Episode 6 "The Eye." The guys continue to be amazed by just how much quality is oozing off the screen of this show. It is one of the hottest shows of the season AND one of the most exciting times in Star Wars so far! The guys are just so happy to be enraptured with Star Wars again and you can hear all about it right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 6 "For All Time. Always." Season Finale Review | 01:13:53 | |
The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki The SEASON finale for Loki has come at last and the guys have a lot to say about it. How does the show stack up against the other Disney+ offerings from Marvel so far? Are they satisfied with the conclusion? Time to dig in and talk about what this means for the next decade of the MCU! There's a lot to be excited about with the revelations in this finale, so don't miss this conversation! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/qjmpFaPO76A Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 18 Nov 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep. 8 "Under the Cloak of War" Review | 01:28:03 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Season 2 continues with Episode 8 "Under the Cloak of War." The show starts to turn on the Fake Nerds, with bold decisions being made that don't quite land their execution. There's so much for them to contend with here and they really try and parse out why this episode had such a controversial reaction from them. They really try to give it praise while criticizing some baffling decisions. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/li5Pq2JSL5c *This episode was originally recorded on August 17th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 2 Ch. 15 "The Believer" + Ch. 16 "The Rescue" (Finale) Review | 02:04:16 | |
This episode was originally uploaded to YouTube on Dec. 21, 2020 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R05tzyVY8ts The entire Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch on the latest season of the hit Disney+ show: The Mandalorian. The final two episodes of Season 2, "Chapter 15: The Believer" and "Chapter 16: The Rescue" brought so much to discuss. Political ideologies are challenged, an incredible roster of characters appear, and an old friend returns for better or worse. The guys dig into everything these episodes mean for Din, Grogu, Boba, and the rest of the stellar cast seen in these episodes. We go deep and long on this one, don't miss it! Follow along on our bi-weekly romp through the new season of the Star Wars saga. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 29 Nov 2023 | Invincible Season 2 Ep. 1-2 Review | 01:07:45 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Invincible has finally returned and the Fake Nerds are here to dig into the second season! Sparkz, Brandon, and Ryan are here to kick off the second season discussions with Episode 1 "A Lesson For Your Next Life" and Episode 2 "In About Six Hours, I Lose My Virginity to a Fish." They go over all the exciting new developments for characters, what's working and what has them concerned, and the richness of the characters on display. With a special focus on how the show displays the trauma of a post Omni-Man attacked world, they value the emotionality the show wants to bring and highlight the fun of having this animated pleasure back. Enjoy the discussion right here! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/6Q6yr8KLh-Y Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 27 Apr 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 10 "The Last Generation" Review | 01:45:56 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/re2o09DZwEM Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined one last time (for now) by Cookie to conclude their discussion on Picard Season 3 and the series as a whole. First, they spend a little time to touch on the new trailer for Strange New Worlds. Then, they get into Episode 10 "The Last Generation" and exactly how this finale makes them feel/where it leaves them. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 25 Nov 2023 | Ahsoka Season 1 Ep. 1-3 Review | 01:55:40 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! The Star Wars saga continues with the first season of Ahsoka! The long-anticipated sequel series to Star Wars: Rebels has finally arrived and the Fake Nerds are stoked to talk about it! Picking up on the story threads for Sabine, Hera, and Ahsoka; these episodes kick off a whole new and exciting type of story in the live action Star Wars universe. There's cool appearances, new characters, and lots of intrigue. They get into it all in the early days of Ahsoka's airing, with lots of thoughts on where it can go. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/222AW3yiT-M *This episode was originally recorded on September 3rd, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Mar 2023 | The Last of Us Ep. 7 "Left Behind" + Ep. 8 "When We Are In Need" Review | 01:45:22 | |
Ryan and Sparkz are joined by their friend Phai for discussion on the HBO video game adaptation: The Last of Us. Sparkz and Ryan continue their discussion with Phai of this television adaptation from one of their favorite games. There is so much they love about the translation between mediums and they get into all of it with this discussion of Episode 7 - "Left Behind" and Episode 8 "When We Are In Need." The episodes brings some of the most hotly anticipated material for our trio and they get into everything that was so amazing in the adaptation. They breakdown what works better in game or show for the Left Behind DLC and praise the performances of Storm Reid and Bella Ramsey for the heartwarming first (and last) date. Then, they get into the incredible adaptation of David (played by Scott Shepherd) and how it translates into the world of the show. These two episodes signify one of the most important sections from the game and the show absolutely delivers, so there's a lot for them to get into. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 2 "The Variant" Review | 01:02:52 | |
The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki Episode 2 of Loki is up and the Fake Nerds are joined by a variant of their own! They break down all the highs and lows from another strong outing for the MCU and even discuss what the reveal at the end could mean! Watch the episode here: https://youtube.com/live/bhtM-bvYV4s Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 2 Ch. 13 "The Jedi" + Ch. 14 "The Tragedy" Review | 01:23:02 | |
This episode was originally uploaded to YouTube on Dec. 10, 2020 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_p1o_Q-zwE The entire Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch on the latest season of the hit Disney+ show: The Mandalorian. Mando is back and so is The Child, time to see what exploits they are up to on quest to find a Jedi master for his little friend. These next two episodes, "Chapter 13: The Jedi" and "Chapter 12: The Tragedy" bring the highly anticipated live-action debut of Ahoska Tano. The guys weigh in on Rosario Dawson's execution and the triumphant return of the original Mandalorian: Boba Fett. There's a lot to discuss about what the clues given here mean for the future of this show and Star Wars as a whole. Plus, the guys dig into the mention of a certain Grand Admiral! Follow along on our bi-weekly romp through the new season of the Star Wars saga. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 06 Dec 2023 | Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Ep. 3-4 Review | 01:28:28 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! The hotly anticipated first live action show of the Monsterverse is here and the Fake Nerds are pumped! It's Apple TV's Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Ben has caught up with Sparkz, Brandon, and Ryan for a full discussion on Episode 3 "Secrets and Lies" and Episode 4 "Parallels and Interiors." They truly can't believe a show this good has come for the Monsterverse and are so jazzed to talk about it. They play out theories and praise the balance of story, monster, and character. These episodes bring an awesome new Titan: The Frost Vark! Plus, a revisiting of the attempt to destroy Godzilla and how that ties to Monarch's creation. The characters, the framing, the performances, the dialogue, the monsters - it's all working! We hope you enjoy the discussion! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/vylXXp_i9LQ Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 28 Jan 2023 | The Last of Us Ep. 1 "When You're Lost in the Darkness" Review | 01:09:32 | |
To watch the video version, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4C7fDYkHeLU Ryan and Sparkz are joined by their friend Phai for discussion on the HBO video game adaptation: The Last of Us. Sparkz and Ryan are so excited to welcome Phai for this discussion of this television adaptation of one of their favorite games. There is so much to consider and they waste no time diving right in to what they loved about the translation between mediums, what was expanded on, and in at least one case what they fear could end up falling short. There's a lot to get through for this emotional series premiere, "When You're Lost in the Darkness." The performances are spectacular and the quality is certainly there. Hear them go over all their anticipation and overall pleasure with this new form of a story they enjoyed so much! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 5 "Stardust City Rag" Review | 00:46:39 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 8, 2020 and is being uploaded for the first time in audio just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLG_yFM-mWY It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love/hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 5 - "Stardust City Rag" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Downright Nerdy's Mini-Milestone Giveaway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2Zyv-Vq_iE Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 30 Dec 2023 | Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Ep. 5-6 Review | 01:45:46 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! The hotly anticipated first live action show of the Monsterverse is here and the Fake Nerds are pumped! It's Apple TV's Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Sparkz, Ben, Ryan, and a bit of Brandon are back for a discussion on Episode 5 "The Way Out" and Episode 6 "Terrifying Miracles." They truly can't believe a show this good has come for the Monsterverse and are so jazzed to talk about it. They play out theories and praise the balance of story, monster, and character. These episodes have a lot to show for character development and the guys are loving it! The characters, the framing, the performances, the dialogue, the monsters - it's all working! We hope you enjoy the discussion! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/h8rwp2yNsZ0 Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 27 Apr 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 3 Eps. 7-8 (Ch. 23-24) Finale Review | 02:13:28 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/xKitirQg1PY The Star Wars saga continues with the third season of The Mandalorian! It's finally time to start talking Mando again! For the end of Season 3: Brandon, Ben, Sparkz, and Ryan bring everything they feel, good and bad, to the table and share around their current feelings towards The Mandalorian. This covers "Chapter 23: The Spies" and "Chapter 24: The Return." There's a lot of feelings in many directions and on different points. The Fake Nerds weigh in on the last two episodes of Season 3 and how the whole season landed in retrospect. There's a lot of fair criticism and positivity to go around, May the force be with us all as we seek out the light and deprive the dark side. Find out who lands where and so much more about their reactions right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 09 Dec 2023 | Ahsoka Season 1 Ep. 6-8 Review | 01:52:55 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! The Star Wars saga continues with the first season of Ahsoka! The long-anticipated sequel series to Star Wars: Rebels has finally arrived and the Fake Nerds are stoked to talk about it! Ben, Ryan, and Sparkz are back to discuss Ahsoka Episodes 6 "Far, Far Away," 7 "Dreams and Madness," and 8 "The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord." In this large discussion of the finale, they go over the reveal of both Thrawn and Ezra, along with the development of Ahsoka and Sabine. Did the finale satisfy? There's a lot to mull over and some things to criticize as they seek the light side of the force. There's a lot of interesting stuff to talk over here, we hope you enjoy the conversation! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/gBZW8KJx2DY *This episode was originally recorded on October 15th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 12 Jan 2024 | Doctor Who Series 8-10 Revisited | 03:10:48 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! It's time to travel through space and time with the Doctor! Doctor Who is celebrating 60 years and the Fake Nerds are ecstatic! In celebration of the 60th anniversary specials, Brandon gathers Sparkz and Xander for a revisiting of modern Doctor Who. For their third discussion, covering the entire series 8-10 run of Peter Capaldi as the 12th Doctor. They really go all in on a top-tier Doctor. They get into the big ideas for a lot of it, with some focus on smaller details and moments when they can. There's so much to go over here, they'll have to wait a bit longer to get into Jodie Whitaker's time, so this special stays (almost) all Capaldi to celebrate on of the best! Enjoy the trip down memory lane in build-up to discovering the new era! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/TFeZDNKXRxM Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 2 Ch. 11 "The Heiress" + Ch. 12 "The Siege" Review | 01:15:10 | |
This video was originally uploaded to YouTube on Nov. 21, 2020 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKyPX57aAWQ The entire Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch on the latest season of the hit Disney+ show: The Mandalorian. Mando is back and so is The Child, time to see what exploits they are up to on quest to find more Mandalorians. These next two episodes, "Chapter 11: The Heiress" and "Chapter 12: The Siege" bring acknowledgement of burning questions from Season 1 regarding the different factions of Mandalorians. Fan-favorite character has appeared in live action and the guys are so stoked and there's a lot to take away from her appearance. The guys break down a lot of hopes for what lies ahead and how the fourth episode of the season adds so much to the background politics of a post-Empire galaxy. The boys really dig into what The Mandalorian is adding to the lore of Star Wars so join for this nerd-out! Follow along on our bi-weekly romp through the new season of the Star Wars saga. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 2 Ep. 3 "Assimilation" Review | 00:53:00 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 19, 2022 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGfDVxDchyk Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek is continuing it's television ventures with the return of Picard. Brandon is joined by Michael this week where the discussion begins for Season 2, Episode 3 "Assimilation." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Mar 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 3 "Seventeen Seconds" Review | 01:05:25 | |
Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues for Season 3. It all kicks off with Episode 3 "Seventeen Seconds." Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 3 "Lamentis" Review | 00:39:45 | |
The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki Sacred Ben returns for an in-person episode of Fake Nerds Watch to go over the third episode of Loki. The guys talk through what's working for them in developing these characters. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/Jh2iKM4JoCI Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep. 9 "Subspace Rhapsody" Review | 01:29:48 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Season 2 continues with Episode 9 "Subspace Rhapsody." The penultimate episode for the season brings a musical episode to the world of Star Trek. With an overall positive reaction to this big swing, the guys get into what they really enjoyed about this ambitious outing, while also criticizing where they struggled to nail the beats they were seeking. A lot of stuff to enjoy and highlight, some nits to pick, a great conversation to be had. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/CBtdUWvHbiQ *This episode was originally recorded on August 24th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Ep. 3 "Ghosts of Illyria" Review | 00:52:29 | |
This episode originally aired on May 31, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now just in time for season 2! Click here to watch the original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7A9Bdhg6DU Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Star Trek is back on the small screen with a brand new show for the Paramount+ era - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues with Season 1, Episode 3 "Ghosts of Illyria." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 30 Nov 2023 | Ahsoka Season 1 Ep. 4-5 Review | 02:02:44 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! The Star Wars saga continues with the first season of Ahsoka! The long-anticipated sequel series to Star Wars: Rebels has finally arrived and the Fake Nerds are stoked to talk about it! Some of the most exciting times in recent Star Wars happened right here in Ahsoka Episode 4 "Fallen Jedi" and Episode 5 "Shadow Warrior." Ben, Ryan, Brandon, and Sparkz give a ton of thought and time to these episodes as they measure out everything they enjoyed about the decisions here and what nitpicks they had along the way. There's a lot of interesting stuff to talk over here, we hope you enjoy the conversation! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/_zk89ZR8GtY *This episode was originally recorded on September 19th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 28 Feb 2023 | The Book of Boba Fett Season Review (Star Wars) | 02:09:16 | |
This episode was originally uploaded to YouTube on Feb. 16, 2022 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio just in time for The Mandalorian Season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GALA5gNlZw The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! It's time to return to a galaxy far, far away. The boys go in on as much as they can for a full season wrap-up discussion on Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett. There's some incredible highs and disappointing lows, some variety for each amongst the four, and a deep desire for the strength of character to shine through. Hear the guys take on each piece of their journey and make sense of their reactions to this very different entry into the Star Wars TV canon. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Ep. 5 "Spock Amok" Review | 01:11:52 | |
This episode was originally uploaded on June 7, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now just in time for season 2! To watch the original click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YSJyavamIs Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast AND, for the first time, Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Star Trek is back on the small screen with a brand new show for the Paramount+ era - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues with Season 1, Episode 5 "Spock Amok." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 13 Apr 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 8 "Surrender" Review | 01:08:27 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/_plYfiWK35o Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues for Season 3. Now, they get into Episode 8 "Surrender" and everything they are still loving about this season. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. | |||
| 17 Dec 2023 | Loki Season 2 Ep. 4-6 FINALE Review | 01:50:18 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Loki's tale in the MCU continues with Loki Season 2! The long-anticipated sequel season to one of the favorite MCU shows is finally here. Ben, Ryan, and Sparkz are here to kick off their reviews of the season with Episodes 4 - 6: "Heart of the TVA," "Science/Fiction," and "Glorious Purpose." It's time for the end and for Loki to achieve his Glorious Purpose! As the show zeroes in around Loki and his arc, some characters get left behind. The guys get into everything they lament not having time for while acknowledging where the story gave them a satisfying conclusion. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/H2GynYZLH2k *This episode was originally recorded on November 12th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 2 Ch. 9 "The Marshal" + Ch. 10 "The Passenger" Review | 00:55:48 | |
This episode was originally uploaded to YouTube on Nov. 8, 2020 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDDNE1VDtCY The entire Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch on the latest season of the hit Disney+ show: The Mandalorian. Mando is back and so is The Child, time to see what exploits they are up to on quest to find more Mandalorians. These first two episodes, "Chapter 9: The Marshal" and "Chapter 10: The Passenger" kick things in to high gear and the guys are over the moon about it. They talk about all the aspects they love and what's working for them so well, including a decent mini-discussion on Tusken Raiders. Follow along on our bi-weekly romp through the new season of the Star Wars saga. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Eps. 9 "All Those Who Wander" & 10 "A Quality of Mercy" FINALE Review | 02:03:13 | |
This was originally uploaded on July 16, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now just in time for season 2! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pJ0__zHc1U Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast AND Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Star Trek is back on the small screen with a brand new show for the Paramount+ era - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues with Season 1, Episode 9 "All Those Who Wander" and Episode 10 "A Quality of Mercy." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 26 Feb 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 1 Eps. 5-6 Review | 00:55:01 | |
This episode was originally uploaded to YouTube on Jan. 6, 2020 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuegbnJc5YQ The entire Fake Nerd gang is here for a new run of Fake Nerds Watch tracking 2 episodes at a time of the latest Disney+ show: The Mandalorian. The boys all get together to discuss the fifth episode "Chapter Five: The Gunslinger" and the sixth episode "Chapter Six: The Prisoner." The guys discuss what really worked for them in these 2 episodes and what really, definitely did not. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 29 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep. 2 "Ad Astra Per Aspera" Review | 01:08:53 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Season 2 continues with an incredibly strong episode giving the guys everything they were asking for from the previous one. Episode 2 "Ad Astra Per Aspera" brings Una into focus and puts all of Starfleet and the Federation at large on notice for its laws on augmentation harming people. So much great discussion comes out of this. How much did they like it, indeed quite a lot. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/pxoLB8l4NMg Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 13 Nov 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep. 6 "Lost in Translation" Review | 00:55:34 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Season 2 continues with Episode 6 "Lost in Translation." It's time for Kirk to arrive aboard the Enterprise for real! There's so much to look at and enjoy in this episode for the story of Uhura and what Kirk's presence brings to the table. The guys also touch on where they feel Spock and Chapel are working or not. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! *This episode was originally recorded on July 27th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/OYE6Dmk1wMQ Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 28 Mar 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 6 "The Bounty" Review | 01:14:41 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reafnszGzBc Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues for Season 3. Now, they get into Episode 6 "The Bounty" and everything they are still loving about this season. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 16 Mar 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 4 "No Win Scenario" Review | 01:10:26 | |
Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0iqYq61l4FI Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues for Season 3. Now, they get into Episode 4 "No Win Scenario" and everything they are still loving about this season. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 23 Feb 2023 | The Last of Us Ep. 6 "Kin" Review | 01:09:12 | |
Ryan and Sparkz have a discussion on the HBO video game adaptation: The Last of Us. This episode is also available in video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYN4VhTo680 Sparkz and Ryan continue their discussion without Phai this week of this television adaptation from one of their favorite games. There is so much they love about the translation between mediums and they get into all of it with this discussion of Episode 6 - "Kin." The episode features a large amount of emotional action and many adjustments from the game for juicier interactions. While a lot is deepened, this episode also has one of the best examples of one-to-one with adjustments for the better of any adaptation. There's plenty to chew on here so we hope you enjoy the conversation! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 16 Feb 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 1 "Glorious Purpose" Review | 01:13:06 | |
This episode originally aired on June 14, 2021 and is being uploaded now for the firs time in audio format just in time for Kang's return in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DL8qfNVGjY The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki It's another chapter in the MCU and the Fake Nerds are ready to dive in! They talk about everything that hit for them on the show and where their greatest hopes (and fears) lie for what's to come. There's a lot of praise and some critique, but overall an enjoyable time discussing the implications of the TVA's introduction and excitement for where this Loki-variant is headed! Check it out! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 28 Jan 2023 | Andor Season 1 Premiere Eps.1-3 Review | 00:45:42 | |
This episode originally aired on YouTube on 9/27/22, watch the original here: https://youtu.be/771j9oaYheY The gang's all here to dive in on the brand new Star Wars series for Disney+: Andor Diego Luna is back and it is an exciting time as the triple-episode premiere that packs a wallop in design and execution. The guys are amazed by just how much quality is oozing off the screen of this show. The first three episodes have offered so much for these characters, many of them new, and one of the most exciting times in Star Wars so far! The guys are just so happy to be enraptured with Star Wars again and you can hear all about it right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Feb 2023 | Last of Us Episode 4 "Please Hold to My Hand" Review | 01:06:52 | |
Ryan and Sparkz are joined by their friend Phai for discussion on the HBO video game adaptation: The Last of Us. To watch the video version, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ti6TW7W9HMY Sparkz and Ryan continue their discussion with Phai of this television adaptation from one of their favorite games. There is so much they love about the translation between mediums and they get into all of it with this discussion of Episode 4 - "Please Hold to My Hand." The relationship between Joel and Ellie is in bloom, which the guys are over the moon to see. The performances from both Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey are top notch. As they are falling in love with the characters, there's also a question of how well this episode will build into the next and where the meat is for the new characters we meet. There's plenty to chew on here so we hope you enjoy the conversation! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 28 Jan 2023 | Willow Season 1 Review | 01:20:08 | |
Ben and Brandon are here to discuss the entire first season of Willow. To watch the video version, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auCI90-NoqE Fantasy had a big year in 2022 and it capped off with a show both the boys here loved: Willow. Come along and find out exactly what worked so well for them with this latest outing from Lucasfilm. They get into the performances, visuals, and the needle drops. What are there hopes for the series going forward and did this work as a follow-up to the film? Find out right here on Fake Nerds Watch! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 28 Jan 2023 | Andor Season 1 Eps.11-12 Finale Review | 01:55:26 | |
This episode originally aired on 11/28/22. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctR33CpxjMQ The gang's all here to dive in on the brand new Star Wars series for Disney+: Andor. The boys are so excited to finally discuss the last two episodes for Andor's first season: Episode 11 "Daughter of Ferrix" and Episode 12 "Rix Road." The finale brings an opportunity to look back on the whole season and gush over the rich character arcs on display. The guys continue to be amazed by just how much quality is oozing off the screen of this show. The finale did not disappoint as the Rebellion kicks into a new gear with stellar performances and emotional beats. It is one of the hottest shows of the season AND one of the most exciting times in Star Wars so far! The guys are just so happy to be enraptured with Star Wars again and you can hear all about it right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 5 "Journey Into Mystery" Review | 01:02:22 | |
The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki Sacred Ben has returned from the Void. The four Fake Nerds are reunited and it's time to address the Kang in the room. Overall a positive reception with a couple dips into the quibbles that have emerged for some of the crew. Guest appearances in the show made this discussion extra fun and there's a lot to think on as Loki head towards its finale. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/dJs7zvpWlao Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Mar 2023 | The Last of Us Ep. 9 "Look for the Light" - Season 1 Finale Review | 01:44:34 | |
Ryan and Sparkz are joined by their friend Phai for discussion on the HBO video game adaptation: The Last of Us. Check out the video right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndhJYXuSi60 Sparkz and Ryan continue their discussion with Phai of this television adaptation from one of their favorite games. There is so much they love about the translation between mediums and they get into all of it with this discussion of Episode 9 (and the Season 1 Finale) "Look for the Light." It's time to get into the ending of the first game as translated into this season finale. There's so much for them to discuss as they look back on the whole season and how the adaptation has worked. Everything has led to this, with top notch performances and and incredible cold open. The season has been a wonderful journey, but did they stick the landing? Find out their take right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 16 Feb 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 5 "Journey Into Mystery" Review | 01:02:22 | |
This episode originally aired on July 9, 2021 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for Kang's return in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJs7zvpWlao The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki Sacred Ben has returned from the Void. The four Fake Nerds are reunited and it's time to address the Kang in the room. Overall a positive reception with a couple dips into the quibbles that have emerged for some of the crew. Guest appearances in the show made this discussion extra fun and there's a lot to think on as Loki head towards its finale. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 25 Nov 2023 | Invincible: Atom Eve Special Review | 00:57:37 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Invincible has finally returned and the Fake Nerds are here to dig into the second season! Before the second season discussions kick off, Brandon and Sparkz tackled the Atom Eve special released before the new season. They get into what they liked and felt lacking with this anticipatory appetizer. There's a lot to know about Atom Eve and they get into as much as they can. Enjoy the discussion right here! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/tpxOp_Hzsw0 Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 05 Apr 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 7 "Dominion" Review | 01:13:49 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVWqeoqMf3g Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues for Season 3. Now, they get into Episode 7 "Dominion" and everything they are still loving about this season. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Ep. 6 "Lift Us Where Suffering Cannot Reach" Review | 00:38:20 | |
This was originally uploaded on June 15, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now just in time for season 2! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Vseg0H6mNM Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Star Trek is back on the small screen with a brand new show for the Paramount+ era - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues with Season 1, Episode 6 "Lift Us Where Suffering Cannot Reach." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 2 "Maps and Legends" Review | 00:49:19 | |
This episode originally aired on Feb. 7, 2020 and is being uploaded in audio format for the first time just in time for Star Trek: Picard season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dk8pWXvT-Y4 It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love, hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 2 - "Maps and Legnds" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 10 "Et in Arcadia Ego: Part 2" Season Finale Review | 00:48:08 | |
This episode originally aired on Apr. 2, 2020 and is being uploaded for the firs time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lCVbO0jgVY It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard The Season Finale is finally here! These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love/hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 10 - "Et in Arcadia Ego: Part 2" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Downright Nerdy's Mini-Milestone Giveaway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2Zyv-Vq_iE Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | Doctor Who Series 5-7 Revisited (10th's and 50th Anniversary Specials Included) | 02:44:33 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! It's time to travel through space and time with the Doctor! Doctor Who is celebrating 60 years and the Fake Nerds are ecstatic! In celebration of the 60th anniversary specials, Brandon gathers Sparkz and Xander for a revisiting of modern Doctor Who. For their second discussion, they farewell specials for the 10th Doctor, Series 5-7, and the 50th Anniversary specials: Day of the Doctor and Time of the Doctor. Essentially, they say goodbye to 10 and cover all of 11 in this talk. Is that too much, turns out yes as they have quite a lot to say (both good and bad) about the Matt Smith era. They get into the big ideas for a lot of it, with some focus on smaller details and moments when they can. There's a lot to get into here and they've really just scratched the surface of how they feel. Enjoy the trip down memory lane as the 60th anniversary specials begin to drop! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/LL4Md-z-i3w Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 04 Jan 2024 | Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Ep. 7-8 Review | 01:31:36 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! The hotly anticipated first live action show of the Monsterverse is here and the Fake Nerds are pumped! It's Apple TV's Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Sparkz, Ben, Ryan, and a bit of Brandon are back for a discussion on Episode 7 "Will The Real May Please Stand Up?" and Episode 8 "Birthright." They truly can't believe a show this good has come for the Monsterverse and are so jazzed to talk about it. They play out theories and praise the balance of story, monster, and character. LOTS of juicy details about the origins of Monarch in the public eye, teases for the future, and how Randa discovers the Hollow Earth Theory! These episodes have a lot to show for character development and the guys are loving it! The characters, the framing, the performances, the dialogue, the monsters - it's all working! We hope you enjoy the discussion! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/m9NK3Dqa3Xg Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Ep. 4 "Memento Mori" Review | 00:54:58 | |
This episode was originally uploaded on June 2, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now just in time for season 2! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCfR9StR9dY Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Star Trek is back on the small screen with a brand new show for the Paramount+ era - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues with Season 1, Episode 4 "Memento Mori." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 9 "Et in Arcadia Ego: Part 1" Review | 01:00:04 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 26, 2020 and is being uploaded for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fy8na1gwh74 It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love/hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 9 - "Et in Arcadia Ego: Part 1" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Downright Nerdy's Mini-Milestone Giveaway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2Zyv-Vq_iE Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 8 "Broken Pieces" Review | 00:47:26 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 22, 2020 and is being uploaded for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFti6rkc2y4 It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love/hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 8 - "Broken Pieces" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Downright Nerdy's Mini-Milestone Giveaway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2Zyv-Vq_iE Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 22 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 1 "The Next Generation" Review | 00:58:32 | |
Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on the third season of Star Trek: Picard. This episode is also available in video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTqs3nFCaNc Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion begins with Episode 1 "The Next Generation." Both have to reflect on if the show can truly grab them with this third attempt. Returning faces certainly help a lot, but what more is going on in the show? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 19 Apr 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 9 "Vox" Review | 01:29:52 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/wQxRGVsbOoI Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues for Season 3. Now, they get into Episode 9 "Vox" and everything they are still loving about this season. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 13 Jul 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep. 4 "Among the Lotus Eaters" Review | 00:54:27 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Season 2 continues with Episode 4 "Among the Lotus Eaters." They've been waiting some time for an Ortegas-based episode...and they may have to keep on waiting. While there's some strong performances and nice beats in the episode, some things don't quite all come together. How much did they like it? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/-735mwHQJPQ Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 25 Jun 2023 | Secret Invasion Ep. 1 "Resurrection" Review | 01:15:02 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! It's time for another televised adventure in the MCU, now with the Disney+ series: Secret Invasion. The Skrulls are among us and it's time for the Fake Nerds to discuss another MCU show. Brandon, Ryan, Sparkz, and Ben come together to talk about the Secret Invasion premiere: "Resurrection." There's a lot of trepidation about where the series is headed, but some hope for the story of Nick Fury that can be told. They highlight all the positives while acknowledging an episode that doesn't quite have the hit too it. Come along for the discussion, right here. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/6zdHxMlDWkU Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 2 Ep. 8 "Mercy" Review | 01:07:27 | |
This episode originally aired on YouTube on May 8, 2022 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkf6ji1Jy-8 Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek is continuing it's television ventures with the return of Picard. Brandon is joined by Michael this week where the discussion begins for Season 2, Episode 8 "Mercy." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 20 Jul 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep. 5 "Charades" Review | 01:08:04 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Season 2 continues with Episode 5 "Charades." It's a fun time on the Enterprise when Spock is genetically altered to be human and the Fake Nerds loved it! There's so much for them to enjoy about this lighter episode because of how well executed the character beats are. They get into the big moments for Spock and Chapel while also spotlighting the work of all the supporting cast. How much did they like it, indeed quite a lot! Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! WGA Strike Information: https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike-hub Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/repX0Tqcr0I Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Loki Season 2 Ep. 1-3 Review | 01:39:11 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Loki's tale in the MCU continues with Loki Season 2! The long-anticipated sequel season to one of the favorite MCU shows is finally here. Ben, Ryan, and Sparkz are here to kick off their reviews of the season with Episodes 1-3: "Ouroboros," "Breaking Brad," and "1893." They celebrate being back with the wonderful characters of the TVA, especially getting the addition Ke Huy Quan, and the strong start to the next leg of the story. They also question certain character decisions, where the motivations are leading them, and some performance decisions. There's a lot of interesting stuff to speak on before they knew where it was all headed, we hope you enjoy the conversation! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/mtW9jjsUPLo *This episode was originally recorded on October 27th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 16 Feb 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 4 "The Nexus Event" Review | 00:38:07 | |
This episode originally aired on July 5, 2021 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for Kang's return in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSZe9wyJ4B0 The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki Sacred Ben is missing. Without their fellow podcaster and no variant to take his place; Ryan, Brandon, and Sparkz have to dig into the mystery of the timekeepers on their own. This episode was massive and a doozy for the characters, there is so much to discuss and speculate on with only two episodes remaining. Strap in as the guys go all in on some major theories for the future of the MCU. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Ep. 1 "Strange New Worlds" Review | 00:41:42 | |
This episode originally aired on May 12, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now in time for season 2! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up2aW7c8uHk Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Star Trek is back on the small screen with a brand new show for the Paramount+ era - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion begins with the self-titled premiere of Season 1. Episode 1 "Strange New Worlds" sets a new stage in familiar territory. How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Nov 2023 | Secret Invasion Eps. 4-6 "Beloved," "Harvest," and "Home" Review | 01:29:25 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! It's time for another televised adventure in the MCU, now with the Disney+ series: Secret Invasion. The Skrulls are among us and it's time for the Fake Nerds to discuss another MCU show. Brandon, Ryan, and Sparkz are back to talk about episodes 4-6 of Secret Invasion: "Beloved," "Harvest," and "Home." The guys use the last three episodes of the series as a foundation to analyze the shortcomings of the series and where its pros were muddled by too many cons. Come along for the discussion, right here. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/CmQgCVFE3X8 *This episode was originally recorded on July 31st, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 2 Ep. 6 "Two of One" and Ep. 7 "Monsters" Review | 01:39:17 | |
This episode originally aired on YouTube on Apr. 20, 2022 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTA8ImWdNac Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek is continuing it's television ventures with the return of Picard. Brandon is joined by Michael this week where the discussion begins for Season 2, Episode 6 "Two of One" and Episode 7 "Monsters." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 2 Ep. 2 "Penance" Review | 00:53:41 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 15, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ht0uZBNbokY Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Michael Karls of the Downright Nerdy Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek is continuing it's television ventures with the return of Picard. Brandon is joined by Michael this week where the discussion begins for Season 2, Episode 2 "Penance." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Michael Karls on Instagram, their podcasts wherever you regularly listen, and here on YouTube! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 08 Jul 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep 3 "Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow" Review | 01:06:32 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Season 2 continues and the regular three are joined by an old friend: Xander Jaque. Episode 3 "Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow" brings a new alternate timeline Kirk to the table and there's a lot of discussion around how his relationship with La'an is delivered. There is also a lot to say about the way new shows are engaging with the timeline and a question on if Star Trek should stop being specific to our future. How much did they like it, a fair bit while critiquing where the episode fumbled. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/8F32AcUcJtQ Follow Xander on Twitch or YouTube: We Have Engaged the Borg: Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 02 Aug 2023 | FNP Strike Announcement | 00:11:06 | |
An update about what we're doing with our shows to be in solidarity with the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes. We're putting Fake Nerds Watch, Animation Station, Fake Nerd Cine-Files, Mythellaneous, and Animation Station on pause along with some alterations to the main show. Basement Arcade, Basement: Arcade Pause Menu, and Fake Nerd Book Club will continue to put out shows during the strikes. Strike Information Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Ep. 2 "Children of the Comet" Review | 00:56:06 | |
This episode originally aired on May 18, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now just in time for season 2! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDeqiE3MdKQ Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Star Trek is back on the small screen with a brand new show for the Paramount+ era - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues with Season 1, Episode 2 "Children of the Comet." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 26 Feb 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 1 Eps. 1-2 Review | 00:53:04 | |
This episode was originally uploaded on Nov. 19, 1999 and is being uploaded now in audio for the first time just in time for Season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGMBbYeX3pY The entire Fake Nerd gang is here for a new run of Fake Nerds Watch tracking 2 episodes at a time of the latest Disney+ show: The Mandalorian. The boys all get together to discuss the big premiere of the first Star Wars live action show! Here we dig into the first episode "Chapter 1" and the second episode "Chapter Two: The Child." Does it work for everyone? Can they all connect to our protagonist? What dow e want to see from the show? Are we sold on this? Find out here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 21 Mar 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 3 Eps. 1-3 (Ch. 17-19) Review | 01:30:26 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! The Star Wars saga continues with the third season of The Mandalorian! Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPJIlzkAkRk It's finally time to start talking Mando again! For the first three episodes: Ben, Sparkz, and Ryan are joined by their friend Forrest to get into their feelings about the season so far. This covers "Chapter 17: The Apostate," "Chapter 18: The Mines of Mandalore," and "Chapter 19: The Convert." There's a lot to discuss: from the lackluster opening of the season, the cool action of the second episode, and the complicated reactions around the third. There's a lot of optimistic theorizing going on here for what is to come and the guys are really rallying behind one being to save the season. Find out who and so much more about their reactions right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 16 Feb 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 6 "For All Time. Always." Season Finale Review | 01:13:53 | |
This episode originally aired on July 20, 2021 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for Kang's return in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjmpFaPO76A The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki The SEASON finale for Loki has come at last and the guys have a lot to say about it. How does the show stack up against the other Disney+ offerings from Marvel so far? Are they satisfied with the conclusion? Time to dig in and talk about what this means for the next decade of the MCU! There's a lot to be excited about with the revelations in this finale, so don't miss this conversation! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 28 Jan 2023 | Andor Season 1 Eps.7-10 Review | 02:00:02 | |
This episode originally aired on 11/17/22. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1d54LhFE7oc The gang's all here to dive in on the brand new Star Wars series for Disney+: Andor. Sparkz is back with his rebellious brothers: Ben, Brandon, and Ryan. This time they go all in on Andor Episode 7 "Announcement," Episode 8 "Narkina 5," Episode 9 "Nobody's Listening," and Episode 10 "One Way Out." This next arc has been jam-packed with so many goodies from performance, story, and lore! The guys continue to be amazed by just how much quality is oozing off the screen of this show. Andy Serkis gets high praise for his addition to the show and the stuff with Genevieve O'Reilly, Stellan Skarsgard, and Diego Luna is top tier! Not to mention their Imperial dom/sub duo. They gush and pontificate over the wonders of the show and excitement for where the story can go next! It is one of the hottest shows of the season AND one of the most exciting times in Star Wars so far! The guys are just so happy to be enraptured with Star Wars again and you can hear all about it right here! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Dec 2023 | Invincible Season 2 Ep. 3-4 Review | 00:53:02 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Invincible has finally returned and the Fake Nerds are here to dig into the second season! Ben, Brandon, and Ryan are here for more of the second season discussions with Episode 3 "This Missive, This Machination" and Episode 4 "It's Been A While." They get into all the emotional weight of these episodes and the return of Allen! There's so much to talk about as Mark reunites with his father and the Vilturmite threat feels more present than ever. Enjoy the discussion right here! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/9lbuD-ufthU Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 2 Ep. 1 "The Star-Gazer" Review | 00:42:08 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 13, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded for the first time in audio format. To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EP4dG3lvTBU Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Michael Karls of the Downright Nerdy Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek is continuing its television ventures with the return of Picard. Brandon is joined by Michael this week where the discussion begins for Season 2, Episode 1 "The Star Gazer." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Michael Karls on Instagram, their podcasts wherever you regularly listen, and here on YouTube! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 3 "The End Is The Beginning" Review | 00:48:44 | |
This episode originally aired on Feb. 23, 2020 and is being uploaded for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEtZ65RY2uQ It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love/hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 3 - "The End Is The Beginning" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 2 Ep. 9 "Hide and Seek" Review | 00:51:25 | |
This episode originally aired on YouTube on May 8, 2022 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37vsshg1il8 Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. Star Trek is continuing it's television ventures with the return of Picard. Brandon is joined by Michael this week where the discussion begins for Season 2, Episode 9 "Hide and Seek." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 7 "Nepenthe" Review | 00:44:20 | |
This episode originally aired on Mar. 21, 2020 and is being uploaded for the first time in audio format just in time for Season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhF34Lao6yU It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love/hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. This outing features Star Trek: Picard Episode 7 - "Nepenthe" How did these guys feel, what are their highlights? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Downright Nerdy's Mini-Milestone Giveaway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2Zyv-Vq_iE Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 26 Feb 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 1 Eps. 3-4 Review | 00:38:16 | |
This episode was originally uploaded to YouTube on Dec. 4, 2019 and is being uploaded for the first time in audio just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWlmEpnQn5I The entire Fake Nerd gang (minus 1 this week) is here for a new run of Fake Nerds Watch tracking 2 episodes at a time of the latest Disney+ show: The Mandalorian. The boys all get together to discuss the big premiere of the first Star Wars live action show! Here we dig into the third episode "Chapter 3: The Sin" and the fourth episode "Chapter Four: Sanctuary." The guys discuss what really worked for them in these 2 episodes and what really, definitely did not. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 16 Feb 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 2 "The Variant" Review | 01:02:52 | |
This episode originally aired on June 17, 2021 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio format just in time for Kang's return in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhtM-bvYV4s The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki Episode 2 of Loki is up and the Fake Nerds are joined by a variant of their own! They break down all the highs and lows from another strong outing for the MCU and even discuss what the reveal at the end could mean! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Ep. 2 "Disengage" Review | 00:54:57 | |
Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Cookie of Just a Little Podcast for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Picard. If you're intereted in watching the video version, click here: https://www.youtube.com/live/gSU9lAzybpM Star Trek: Picard has returned with its 3rd season and many returning faces! Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion begins for Season 3. It all kicks off with Episode 2 "Disengage" and both have to reflect on if the show can truly grab them with this third attempt. Returning faces certainly help a lot, but what more is going on in the show? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! You can find Cookie and Just a Little Podcast on Instagram with links to their linktree and podcasts. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 16 Nov 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds S2 Ep. 7 "Those Old Scientists" Review | 00:59:03 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Ryan and Sparkz Witty for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Season 2 continues with Episode 7 "Those Old Scientists." A highly anticipated crossover for Brandon offers an opportunity for Ryan and Sparkz to start engaging with the beloved Lower Decks. There's a lot to love here whether you're a fan of just one show or both and they get into everything working (and a little bit not) as they watch animation come to live action. Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/UEtkiu_usdQ *This episode was originally recorded on August 9th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 05 Dec 2023 | Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 4 Ep. 3-4 Review | 01:07:40 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! Star Trek: Lower Decks is back for a fourth season and BrandonT. McClure is joined by new guests: Travis Alexander and Xander Jaque! It’s the season of growth over at Star Trek: Lower Decks season 4! Brandon is joined by Xander Jaque to discuss the next two episodes “In The Cradle Of Vexilon” and “Something Barrowed”! Two very fun episodes and one that includes the long awaited introduction of the Orion home world! Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/-pqwPacUYU8 *This episode was originally recorded on September 30th, 2023 and withheld in support of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Loki Season 1 Ep. 4 "The Nexus Event" Review | 00:38:07 | |
The Fake Nerd gang is here for Fake Nerds Watch, this time diving into the brand new Disney+ show: Loki Sacred Ben is missing. Without their fellow podcaster and no variant to take his place; Ryan, Brandon, and Sparkz have to dig into the mystery of the timekeepers on their own. This episode was massive and a doozy for the characters, there is so much to discuss and speculate on with only two episodes remaining. Strap in as the guys go all in on some major theories for the future of the MCU. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/iSZe9wyJ4B0 Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2023 | Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 1 Eps. 7 "The Serene Squall" & 8 "The Elysian Kingdom" Review | 00:53:08 | |
This episode was originally uploaded on July 6, 2022 on YouTube and is being uploaded now just in to watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsUL00D_We8 Brandon T. McClure of the Fake Nerd Podcast is joined by Sparkz for a Fake Nerds Watch series focused on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Star Trek is back on the small screen with a brand new show for the Paramount+ era - Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Brandon is joined by Cookie this week where the discussion continues with Season 1, Episode 7 "The Serene Squall" and Episode 8 "The Elysian Kingdom." How much did they like it, perhaps quite a lot? Watch them break down all the exciting plot points and references as they continue to boldly go where no one has gone before! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 14 Feb 2023 | Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Ep. 1 "Remembrance" Review | 00:48:56 | |
This episode originally aired on Jan. 30, 2020 and is being uploaded in audio format just in time for Star Trek: Picard season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_Fs6EXus40 It's time for a brand new Fake Nerds Watch series and this time we're shaking up the hosting. Come join Brandon T. McClure and Michael Karls (of the Downright Nerdy Podcast) as they dive into each episode of the new CBS All Access show: Picard These two Trek lovers discuss everything they love, hate are excited or terrified by in this new series. Everything kicks off here at Star Trek: Picard Episode 1 - "Remembrance" How did these guys feel, what are their hopes for the season? Tune in and find out! "We appreciate you watching our show. We’d appreciate any support you can give us. Even just a “like” or a “subscribe” on our video would put smiles on our faces!" - Michael Karls of Downright Nerdy Podcast The Downright Nerdy Podcast on Social Media: Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 30 Nov 2023 | Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Ep. 1-2 Review | 01:09:17 | |
The Fake Nerd gang come together to dive deeper on the shows they're watching. This is Fake Nerds Watch! The hotly anticipated first live action show of the Monsterverse is here and the Fake Nerds are pumped! It's Apple TV's Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Sparkz, Brandon, and Ryan are here to kick off the seasons with a full discussion on Episode 1 "Aftermath" and Episode 2 "Departure." They truly can't believe a show this good has come for the Monsterverse and are so jazzed to talk about it. The characters, the framing, the performances, the dialogue, the monsters - it's all working! There's so much good to think on and celebrate about having this series expanding the world of Godzilla and Kong. They also ponder where some elements could be leading and it's very exciting. We hope you enjoy the discussion! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/CTroXk2M8VY Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||
| 26 Feb 2023 | The Mandalorian Season 1 Ep. 7 Review | 00:28:39 | |
This episode was originally uploaded to YouTube on Jan. 8, 2020 and is being uploaded now for the first time in audio just in time for season 3! To watch the original, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hi4NMVFgsRM The entire Fake Nerd gang is here for a new run of Fake Nerds Watch on the latest Disney+ show: The Mandalorian. The boys all get together to discuss the seventh episode "Chapter Seven: The Reckoning." The guys discuss all the moments of this penultimate episode for Mandalorian's first season! Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcast | |||