Nerds United Episode 221: Comics and Trailers [ 71.58 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (599)This week on Nerds United, Mike and Greg talk about what they’ve been reading, both the tippy-top of the mainstream and the self-publishers.
Then the duo discuss a series of trailers that dropped recently. And it would be made even more awesome if Greg had seen the trailers.
FULL DISCLOSURE…I did not give MODOK the justice it deserves.
This week on the show, Mike and Greg give some discussion about books they have read in the last week. And Mike’s almost out of comics so we’re going to have to give him more.
Also, once again studios are releasing too many trailers for the same movie. It’s getting to the point where you can watch most of a movie from the trailers atvertising or it.
Nerds United Episode 219: Video Game Movies [ 1:03:38 | 87.28 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (622)This week on Nerds United, Mike and Greg discuss some video game adaptations.
Nerds United Episode 218: Grimm, Watchmen, Skateman, and Wanda [ 1:01:33 | 84.42 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (597)This week on Nerds United, we cover a rare Neal Adams “miss” from the 1980s. Also, Mike’s been reading Watchmen, so we discuss aspects of the book so far.
Greg got Mike watching a show called Grimm. It’s free to Amazon Prime subscribers and now we both recommend it. I’ve watched two episodes since I started doing post-production. I could have had the editing done in about ten minutes, but GRIMM!
And as you might expect…we talk about WandaVision in a way that we try to avoid spoilers until the very end of the show when we TOTALLY spoil something. We provide a warning.
Nerds United Episode 217: Kaijus vs Two Idiots [ 47:50 | 65.62 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (703)Well, the boys watched a movie this week, and decided to do a little talking about it. So if you like Godzilla, you’re probably not going to like us very much.
IT’S NOT OUR FAULT!
We’re just sort of ignorant to super heavyweight monster movies.
Nerds United Episode 216: Storylines We Want to See Adapted [ 90.53 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (652)Hello and welcome to another Nerds United Podcast!
Mike and Greg discuss a lot on this show, like the episodes thus far of WandaVision. Also, Beau Bridges is NOT the father of Jeff Bridges. We got to the bottom of that mystery in real time.
The big topic of conversation is Mike’s idea:
Comic book storylines we want to see adapted.
Marvel and DC are discussed. But we don’t list them all, so which stories do you want to see make an appearance in another medium?
Nerds United Episode 215: Multiversity and the Miyagi-Verse [ 88.06 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (716)This week on Nerds United, Mike and Greg talk about the Prez, a 21-year-old who was the FIRST TEENAGE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES! It’s regrettable, to say the least.
Then Mike takes us into the Multiversity, which for all we know is a university on the DC Multiverse. Are you familiar with Captain Carrot?
Finally, we go to the Valley for a spoiler-filled conversation about Cobra Kai. The good, the tolerable, and how long can they pull this taffy?
Nerds United Episode 214: Talking Fan-Favorite Stories [ 89.28 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (624)This week on Nerds United, Greg and Mike go back to our roots and the roots of the movies and television shows we love so much…
Comic Books!
Two favorite Batman stories and a newer Green Lantern origin story that is well worth the read!
Reading is fun. I should do more of it.
Nerds United Episode 213: WW84 Review and SPOILERS! [ 98.44 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (711)It’s right there in the title. I don’t want to hear any chirping.
We watched a lot of shows and movies over the last two weeks, but the one that took the cake, the one with the greatest anticipation, was Wonder Woman 84.
Greg also watched Soul and Steel, a few shows. But really…this one’s all about WW84.
Power Half Hour Episode 52: So Long and Thanks for All the Fish [ 57:34 | 78.96 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (899)This Power Half Hour is NOT a half hour. It’s New Year’s Eve and You’re not dreaming. The Power Half Hour is for one time only almost a Power Full Hour!
This episode, Chad and Greg are washing their hands of this wretched year and looking forward to what is next.
It’s a bit of a therapy session for our lads, as the last nine months of isolation have been stressful.
However, at the end of the day, at the end of the year, we’re thankful to still be breathing. We’re thankful for jobs, for family, for bringing more life into this ridiculous world.
And our challenge to you, the internet, in 2021 is this: STFU!
We kid. Sort of. Instead, go back to that age-old saying of “if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.
Nerds United Episode 212: Mandalorian Spoilers (but that's not all) [ 80.82 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (665)It’s a little bit of old age and gray hair, a trip down Regrettable Superhero Lane, and then…
MANDALORIAN SPOILERS!
If you aren’t caught up on Mandalorian, we make it very VERY clear when the Mando talk begins with a plethora of spoiler warnings. So feel free to listen up to that point.
Nerds United Episode 211: Tons of Disney, Marvel, Star Wars News [ 1:21:02 | 111.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (658)This week on Nerds United, we are just over 24 hours removed from a pretty significant news dump from Disney, which includes a ton of Marvel and Disney shows and movies.
And we learn about Fatman the Human Flying Saucer.
Power Half Hour Episode 49: Christmas TV Specials [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (764)The spirit of Christmas continues on the Power Half Hour with a look at Christmas themed episodes of television shows and specials. Well, more of a tourettes session of tossing out random shows and making small talk about them.
Nerds United Episode 210: HBO to the MAX! [ 57:08 | 78.36 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (727)This week on Nerds United, Greg and Mike discuss all the happenings over at HBO Max. Every movie Warner Brothers is set to release in theaters in 2021 will spend a month on the streaming service as well as being in theaters.
The Snyder Cut will be out in “a few months.”
Could Jack Black ever replace Chris Pratt? How is that even a thing?
And Oscar Isaac continues to find work.
Nerds United Episode 209: All the DC News That's Fit to Print [ 96.46 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (805)Snyder Cut, Wonder Woman 84, Batman Statue, Black Lightning.
And somehow, Deadpool makes his way into the conversation.
This special episode of Nerds United gets us back to our roots – talking with creators.
Adam Testa has released his first novel (we learn in the show that he’s working on more). Adam has ties to Southern Illinois and we have some common friends, like Kevin and Chad, familiar voices here on the Jittery Monkey Podcast Network.
Adam’s debut novel, To Live and Die at Shadow Ridge, is an adult thriller that draws inspiration from Dan Brown’s work, as Adam names Brown as his favorite author (along with R.L. Stine).
Get the book right now. And leave a review on Amazon so more people can find it.
Nerds United Episode 207: Movie and Series Updates [ 70.82 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (741)This week on Nerds United, we’re here to update you and give our thoughts on various updates from Hollywood, like Wonder Woman 1984 and Constantine, the Snyder Cut, Umbrella Academy, and WandaVision.
Plus learn about Speed Centaur.
Nerds United Episode 206: Haircuts can be Long and Expensive [ 1:02:49 | 86.16 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (720)In this episode, Mike got a haircut. Mike’s son got a haircut. And it cost a FORTURE! Meanwhile, Greg needs a haircut.
Also, Mike’s still reading, and this time went back to Justice League of America: The Tornado’s Path, written by Brad Meltzer and Ed Benes.
Also, there’s some good Lovecraft Country discussion now that the (first?) season has ended. That is one messed up show that is totally worth watching!
Also apparently we had some sound issues at times. I hope it’s not too bad for you the listener.
Nerds United Episode 205: Preparing for Halloween, Among Other Things [ 54:51 | 75.24 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (787)This week on Nerds United, we have some Halloween prep work to do. But around the candy talk, we discuss comic books, movies, tv, and more.
Well let’s get into it. We recorded this before either o us saw the second season premiere of The Mandalorian. So there’s nothing on that.
But if you like Moon Knight, you’ll get some Moon Knight talk, from a lead actor to a hired director.
Shang Chi wrapped filming in Australia, proving that work can get done if you have the means to WORK IN AUSTRALIA!
And then there’s Fatman. It’s just…well it’s Santa Claus who’s unable to be Santa Claus.
Enjoy. And be kind.
Power Half Hour Episode 43: Urban Legends and the Paranormal [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1527)This week is a very special episode of the Power Half Hour, as the Co-Host on the West Coast traveled all the way to Illinois to record with Greg in person. No other reason. No other podcast to record or people to see. It was all about this podcast for you.
Wrapping up our Halloween-themed month, we talk about urban legends and folk lore. But that’s a relatively short conversation, so we expand to more broad topics like believing in ghosts and why “Searching for Bigfoot” type shows always end the same.
Happy Halloween. Go out and run amok. You’ll be wearing a mask anyway!
Nerds United Episode 204: Multiple Justice League Topics [ 42:07 | 57.76 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (773)This week on Nerds United, Greg and Mike discuss an early wrestler-turned-hero by the name of Nightmare and his teen sidekick Sleepy.
There’s a trip to Mike’s Reading Room, where we have a discussion about Brad Meltzer’s run on Justice League of America, from The Lightning Sage to Identity Crisis. Mike’s moved away from Marvel/DC for the moment and will give us an update on what he’s reading again next week.
Then we get into the news, from kid shows like Chip n Dale’s Rescue Rangers and Power Rangers to Joker and Deathstroke coming into the Snyder Cut of the Justice League.
Nerds United Episode 203: Please Take My Stuff! [ 56:52 | 78 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (805)Doctor Hormone. Ever hear of the guy? If not, get the “Doctor Hormone for Dummies…by Dummies” version on this episode.
Also, following up on last week’s discussion, SCIENCE gets involved in the grand debate of Superman vs Thor.
Then some news and notes from the world of comics and pop culture and we’re out of there.
Also, and I mean this…the Nerds United Prize Vault is full and with twins on the way, I need to make some room. If you want to receive some random prize, please email nerdsunitedpodcast@gmail.com
-Greg
Nerds United Episode 202: It's Time to do Battle [ 102.91 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (973)This week on Nerds United, Mike and Greg hit the news, well, all the news that matters.
And then it’s show time.
Round One: Green Lantern vs Hawkeye
Round Two: Captain America vs Batman
Round Three: Superman vs Thor
We make our cases. You decide the winners.
Nerds United Episode 201: More Lion King? No Thanks [ 75.86 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (807)This week on Nerds United, Greg gets conflicting reports on another Lion King movie. Will it be a prequel? A sequel? And do we even need one?
Also, there’s mention of a particular multi-colored super hero from 1942, Electro in the MCU, Ms. Marvel, and Duke damn Nukem!
Enjoy.
Nerds United Episode 200: This is It! Episode 200! [ 81.77 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (863)This week on a very special episode of Nerds United, well, there’s something of a celebration in the air. It’s the 200th episode of the podcast.
It takes a lot of dedication to put in over seven years and two hundred episodes, countless hours, for no monetary return. Am I patting myself on the back? Maybe a little.
But we wouldn’t be 200 episodes in without you, the listener. So I sincerely and profoundly thank you.
Now as for this week’s episode, we do have some news and notes to pass along. But the bulk of the episode is answering your questions. And we had some doozies. And in the meantime, Josh got himself a promotion. Congrats Josh!
Nerds United Episode 199: From Driving with a Teenager to Birds of Prey [ 59:50 | 82.07 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (904)This week on the Nerds United podcast, Greg and Mike talk about a whole bevy of topics, including our co-host of the year doing some baking and driving around with his teenage son. Listen to the tales of wild mishaps and good people.
Also, nerd stuff. Like the casting of Kang the Conqueror and the casting of She-Hulk. The trailer is out for The Mandalorian Season 2. Wonder Woman 84 is set to hit theaters on Christmas Day. And Lovecraft Country and Birds of Prey are worthy watches on HBO Max.
So…what should we do for our 200th episode?
Greg and Mike were guests/contestants on The @ 6’s and 7’s Podcast recently and that episode is live now. You can check it out here.
Nerds United Episode 198: Fatherhood, Walkers, and Karate [ 1:12:44 | 99.75 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (871)On this very special episode of Nerds United, we reveal a closely guarded secret about Greg. And then we talk about being a dad, because we’re both dad’s.
Also, Brother Power the Geek, an actual DC Comics title in the late 1960’s (from the same guy who co-created Captain America – will wonders never cease).
The Walking Dead is ending after its eleventh season, but has already apparently named two survivors for an upcoming spin-off. And they didn’t even provide us with a “SPOILER” tag.
The second season of The Boys is out and it’s a lot of fun. Darkly humorous, bloody, gruesome, vulgar, filthy fun.
And also – Cobra Kai is a board-smashing hit in our homes.
So that’s it. That’s the episode. But you should really listen to get all the details of things I took the time to type out here.
Nerds United Episode 197: John Garrett and "What's Your And?" [ 41:44 | 57.25 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (837)This week on Nerds United, Greg talks with John Garrett, a self-described recovering accountant. John is a comedian AND consultant AND now an author.
John wrote “What’s Your And,” a book about unlocking the person within the professional. Years of podcast guests sharing their passions at the workplace inspired John to write this book about being your whole self at work, not just the part that you perceive as “professional.”
Hear John tell how bringing your passions, be it kayaking, motorcycles, opera singing, or even podcasting, can benefit you professionally with your co-workers and even clients. “What’s Your Age” is available to pre-order on Amazon right now (link below) and is available through numerous other outlets on September 15th. Get more info at www.whatsyourand.com
Pre-order on Amazon:
Nerds United Episode 196: Cobra Kai and Other News Notes [ 1:04:22 | 88.29 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (913)This week on Nerds United, Mike and Greg do some last-minute topic research, and learn about possible prices for the upcoming PS5 (spoiler – we can’t afford one).
We also discuss Cobra Kai on Netflix and debate ensues regarding the age of Ralph Macchio. Did you know he’s only eight years younger than Greg’s dad?
Also, Mandolorian Season 2 is on its way, and production on The Batman continues without its start, who has the Covid.
Nerds United Episode 195: RIP Chadwick plus Fandome News [ 1:06:52 | 91.71 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (847)Well, this is an unusual episode to say the least. It was supposed to be largely about DC Fandome and talking about all of those great trailers and tidbits we got last week.
But shortly into our episode, we were rocked by the news of the passing of Chadwick Boseman at the far too young age of 43 after battling cancer for four years. No one knew. Well, publicly.
— Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) August 29, 2020
So after that and a few other interruptions on Greg’s end, we do manage to get through the show.
Nerds United Episode 194: The Nerd Dome is Better than the Fandome [ 1:03:55 | 87.66 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (813)Do you remember the olden days when I used to refer to the podcast recording location as the Nerd Dome? Like the Thunder Dome except with less thunder and more nerds.
Anyway, this week we’re talking about DC Fandome, a 24-hour nerd extravaganza that begins probably right about now. I’m not sure. It’s a guess. Also – Batfleck is BACK! Disney+ should add an adult-only (not like that) section. And another Spider-man rogue member is lined up for his own movie.
We also take some quality questions from you, the lovely listeners. So we thank you.
Nerds United Episode 193: Umbrella Academy and Project Power [ 94 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (864)What can we say…it’has been a Netflix week.
Nerds United Episode 192: Look kids! It's Chad Smart! [ 84.65 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (815)This week on Nerds United, we have a special guest in legendary podcaster Chad Smart!
Chad co-hosts Greg and Chad’s Power Half Hour here on the Jittery Monkey Podcast Network, and turned his Positive Cynicism podcast into the Positive Cynicism Podcast Network, which includes four shows. And he recently started another podcast called Out of Touchstone.
Chad was brought in to help Greg draw a comparison between Star Wars fans and wrestling fans. It does not go great for Greg.
Also, Mulan is coming to Disney+ and there’s a Suicide Squad game in the works from the same people who created the Batman Arkham series. So there’s that.
And here’s the latest YouTube video.
Nerds United Episode 191: Jason Todd & The Umbrella Academy [ 46:41 | 64.04 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (844)This week on Nerds United, Mike and Greg take a new spin on an old story and run a few hypothetical scenarios regarding young Jason Todd and what might have been.
And we ask the question…what character would you like to give the “keep or kill” public voting decision? And here’s a list of the top 25 X-Men leaders of all time, because it was brought up.
Also – the second season of The Umbrella Academy is out and it’s pretty wild. We don’t go into spoilers, it’s not our way. But we do try to give a few thoughts on what we’ve seen so far.
Other than that – be kind.
Nerds United Episode 190: The Old Guard and Old Music [ 98.85 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (870)This week on the podcast, the guys give a review of Netflix’ The Old Guard, which stars Charlize Theron. Also, are the Russo Brothers actually working on a Secret Wars storyline for the MCU or is that just a wish?
Henry Cavill not only builds gaming computers, but also takes internet criticism fairly well in regards to his role of Geralt in The Witcher.
And the gents have Part Two of the impromptu series they started last week that saw them attach 1990s music to superheroes. This week, I bet you can guess which superheroes we are working with.
Also, the youtube, if you have forgotten. It’s available here with the latest video (which is last week’s). Have a great week.
Nerds United Episode 189: Captain Marvel and Matching 90s Songs to Avengers [ 87.7 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (794)This week on Nerds United, Greg and the Co-Host of the Year Mike discuss rumors of Hayden Christensen possibly returning to the Star Wars franchise, a celebrity’s opinion on movies from bygone eras, and talk about a movie hitting Netflix in a few weeks with a very interesting premise: If you could take a pill that gave you super powers for five minutes at a time, without knowing the ability you would gain…would you?
The second half of the show is an idea that comes to us from listener Chris. He challenged us to attach 90s songs to superheroes. We paired some songs with the MCU Avengers. Give it a listen. Tell us how ridiculous our choices are (and they are).
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 28: Do You Mourn Celebrity Deaths [ 30:00 | 41.16 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (806) Nerds United Episode 188: There's a Lot Going On [ 78.49 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (793)It’s been a whole ten days! How did you ever survive without us?
It’s been a busy ten days. Second-season trailers for popular streaming shows. New Batwoman. Comic-Con @ Home. Jason Momoa trading in the deep sea for the winter wonderland. Boy howdy!
Also – expect a new Youtube video this weekend.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 27: Vroom Vroom - Some Favorite Movie/TV Vehicles [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (741)This week Greg and Chad are in their Way Back Machine to discuss…machines from way back. Vehicles from movie or television.
Edmunds is a highly reputable automobile site that serves as a database and news hub for many if not all makes and models of vehicles. Years ago (2013, don’t judge) they put out a list of the 100 greatest movie and tv cars of all time. And they went into the weeds, like technical terms. You can read that list here.
While Greg and Chad mention some vehicles that were on that list, going deep on some memorable and not-so-memorable road-ripping machines!
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 26: Favorite Vacations [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (709)“Vacations” is really just the short way of saying “purposeful, non-work related travel.”
In this episode, we learn about Mike and Greg’s childhood family vacations and other traveling that the guys have done as adults.
That’s about it. And to prove it, here’s a picture of Greg in Astoria, Oregon near the Goonies house (discussed in the episode). 
Nerds United Episode 187: Winds of Change [ 1:03:46 | 87.45 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (743)This special mid-week episode of Nerds United sees Greg and Mike discuss Batmans in Flash and what Michael Keaton’s return to the cinematic Batman could mean down the road. There’s also talk about Margot Robbie and the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Also The Boys Season 2 is coming in a couple months and Greg has been re-watching the first season on Amazon Prime.
As for change, we discuss the change of Splash Mountain to a ride themed after The Princess and the Frog. We also discuss recent statements by Anthony Mackie regarding Marvel’s lack of diversity behind the camera, and how that echoes/mirrors Brie Larson’s statements made a year ago about diversity on her press tours.
Finally, we *almost* forgot to hit up The Book. So on the way out, we talk about comic book’s first cross-dressing hero, Madam Fatal.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 25: Some Favorite Bands [ 30:00 | 41.16 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (790)This week on the Power Half Hour, Chad and Greg discuss some of their favorite bands. I mean, I know you got that from the title of the episode.
Chad and Greg both list three bands from different eras. It’s downright delightful.
And since we are famous for cross-promotion, you may catch Greg’s favorite band at the end. You are encouraged to listen to one of the first episodes of Nerds United to hear the full story behind Revis.
Nerds United Episode 186: Tiger King and War Nurse [ 51:31 | 69.3 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (800)This time around on Nerds United, Greg and LIVE-FROM-HIS-NEW-PLACE Mike discuss a week’s worth of topics.
Well, that’s probably a lie. Truth be told, there’s likely so much more that came down the headlines pipe but we picked through some of our favorites.
We hit up “The Book” and discuss Pat Parker, War Nurse, as well as two different Pinocchio movies headed our way. There’s talk of Tiger King that somehow goes off the rails and we leave it to Zack Snyder to save us with a teaser of the #SnyderCut.
Put a bow on that sucker with a DC/Spotify podcast partnership and you now know why we are the best podcast for your ears (and all the ears you send our way). And check out our YouTube for a giveaway opportunity.
Thanks, and as always, Be Kind.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 24: Action Figures [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (737)This week on the Power Half Hour, Greg and Chad look back at some of their favorite action figures they had growing up.
How big does their age difference affect the action figures they had and played with when they were younger?
Find out on the new Power Half Hour.
Nerds United Episode 185: An Important Discussion at an Important Time [ 117.66 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (683)For this special mid-week episode of Nerds United, Greg brought back past guests Jason White and David Gorden to discuss first-hand the recent protests following the latest death of a black man at the hands (or in this case, knee) of a police officer.
These types of conversations aren’t just important, they are necessary. If we’re ever going to grow as a society and put aside our differences, if we’re ever going to accept one another, then we have to be willing to talk to one another.
It’s not that simple. But it’s a start.
We turn just a few little topics into a good-length episode.
We discuss the new PS5 and the feature Spider-Man game starring Miles Morales. We also talk about the Bill and Ted: Face the Music trailer (on our Facebook page).
There’s also discussion of various types of music and a comedian who makes fun of them all.
Nerds United Episode 183: Saturday Night Good Times [ 107.09 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (725)This week Mike stops by Studio B on a Saturday night and we drink O’Fallon Brewery’s Pretzel Beer and talk about a solid amount of content.
Comics, casting, movies, horror. We touch on it all.
Subscribe to the podcast. Subscribe to the YouTube. for every 20 subscribers, Greg will do a shot of Wild Turkey. Wouldn’t that be fun for everyone?
Nerds United Episode 182: Music and Marvel and Star Wars [ 50:49 | 69.7 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (746)Go with us on a musical journey as Greg walks Mike through some music he was listening to on Friday. It’s crazy because there’s a little bit of everything.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 21: Video Games Revisited [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (777)This week we go back in time…to last week. After our first 30-minute discussion regarding video games, Greg figured he had a few more stories to tell.
And truth be told, the guys left off one major part of video gaming in their initial episode…arcades! So relax and enjoy what will probably be our only second-part episode in the Power Half Hour annuls.
Nerds United Episode 181: Sith vs Endgame, GLvS, Batwoman Leaves [ 1:04:27 | 88.41 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (783)This week on Nerds United, Mike and Greg discuss the recent debate online about what’s better, Avenger’s Endgame or Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith.
Also, Ruby Rose is out as Batwoman and HBO Max will get the Snyder Cut of The Justice League. And the guys rewrite Batman V Superman into a much better movie, starring Green Lantern!
And there’s a 30-day movie challenge that we begin discussing. So there’s that.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 20: Video Games [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (757)This week on the Power Half Hour, Greg and Chad discuss video games, from their first counsels to the reasons that they don’t play video games much anymore.
Atari and NES, Super NES, Sega, Playstation, XBox…these guys walk down memory lane sharing their love and frustration with games old and new.
Nerds United Episode 180: Josh Trank, FANT4STIC, and Community [ 1:23:42 | 114.8 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (919)This week on Nerds United, Greg and Mike discuss Josh Trank’s name being in the news recently regarding his 2015 Fantastic Four movie and how he didn’t want to make a Marvel-style movie. We discuss a rewriting of Marvel movies and if maybe the studio put themselves in a bad position to outdo themselves.
In the second half of the show, we are joined by Chad Smart of Greg and Chad’s Power Half Hour and the trio talk about the sitcom Community.
Nerds United Episode 179: Talkin' Comics and Much More [ 98.73 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (605)This week on Nerds United, Greg and Mike get back to our roots and talk comics. What we’ve been reading, what we intend to read (that’s a long list), and books that we might get around to eventually.
We also field a question from a Friend of the Show/Friend in Life about some Batman books to start at as he embarks on his own journey. Godspeed, Smitty.
Just a few news and notes that largely center around DC television and cinema. And we’re all anxious to get back to “normal” as soon as possible.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 17: Undrafted [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (639)With a cast of familiar faces, written and directed by a Jurassic Park survivor who happens to be the real-life brother of a player on the real-life team whom this movie is about, UNDRAFTED blends humor and realism in this movie about an intramural semifinal baseball game between a group of ragtag misfits and ringers brought in to secure a championship.
It’s a little bit Sandlot, a little bit Bad News Bears, and a realization that sometimes a dad isn’t living vicariously through a son, but rather reliving a life of time spent together around a sport they both love.
Oh, and cursing, fighting, and doing what’s necessary for the good of the team.
Nerds United Episode 178: Secret Field Trip to Twilight Comics [ 25:41 | 35.23 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (684)Well well, boys and girls, this very special mid-week episode is one where Greg sneaks in the back door of Twilight Comics (Swansea, Illinois) to visit with owner/proprietor Brian Hillier.
We talk about the state of the comic book industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, as brick and mortar stores are unable to do business as usual.
Brian also provides some insight to other times in comic book history when some of the big publishers were not too easy to deal with. And we remind the listeners that some publishers are going above and beyond to help out comic book stores.
Nerds United Episode 177: More Mallrats, Marvel, and Expendable Universes [ 43:34 | 59.77 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (690)On this week’s all-new episode of Belleville’s Number One Podcast, Mike and Greg discuss the possibility of getting one of the DCCW stars on the podcast, Kevin Smith’s newest work, and rekindle the likelihood of having our favorite director on the show.
Also, Chris Hemsworth says it would take a Marvel movie to pack theaters again, and he’s probably right. And what’s a cinematic universe you could do without?
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This week we tried something different. Greg drove all the way across town to Mike’s, and from a distance of 76 inches, the guys recorded a new podcast episode (as well as YouTube show).
In this episode, the guys discuss Spawn, the Flash, share stories from high school, video games, and some more.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 15: First Concerts [ 30:00 | 41.19 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (646)This week on an all-new Power Half Hour, Chad and Greg revisit their first concerts. 1989 in Springfield, IL versus 2001 in St. Louis, MO.
But stay tuned to the end for a good ol fashioned M Night Shyamalan TWIST!
And leave a comment telling of your first concert experience.
Unless it’s Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers. Hell with those guys.
Nerds United Episode 175: Comic Vehicles and Nelvana [ 1:13:00 | 100.11 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (631)This week on an all-new Nerds United, Mike and Greg brinfly revisit last week’s conversation about forgotten cartoons in the form of Mutant League.
While reading from The League of Regrettable Superheroes, Mike selects Nelvana of the Northern Lights. While discussing her origin, powers, and recent popularity. Could Nelvana be ripe for a big-screen debut? Greg thinks so.
A few news and notes about movie dates being pushed back, and then the guys break into a conversation about comic book vehicles.
Stick around for the end. We’re doing a giveaway. We want you to support your local comic book store during these “uncertain times” and we have a way for you to do so. Check out TKO Studios and make a purchase. You can select your local comic book shop and TKO will pay the brick and mortar the same amount that the store would have made if you bought the book in person. Take a screenshot of your comic store selection and receive an entry into the giveaway.
**BONUS** If you select Twilight Gaming and Comics in Swansea, IL, you’ll receive an extra entry. T-shirts, comics, and whatever else I can come up with to help you help the comic book stores we all love.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 14: It's a Disaster [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (635)I’m not going to lie. I had ZERO expectations going into this movie, which is NOT a sequel to 2008’s Disaster Movie. This movie is actually enjoyable.
Four couples.
Eight people.
One end-of-the-world scenario!
Nerds United Episode 174: TV Shows Past and Present [ 1:19:55 | 109.59 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (653)This week on the show, Mike and Greg discuss workouts while staying at home. They include comic books. Also, Greg’s back is more messed up than was initially indicated.
This week we’re talking about some forgotten cartoons of our youth. Everyone talks about Batman TAS, X-Men, Gargoyles, He-Man, TMNT. But what about the unsung heroes of your childhood? Popeye, Denver the Last Dinosaur, and more.
We also talk about some recent sitcoms, one that Mike has been talking about to Greg for awhile. And [SPOILER ALERT] I’m watching it right now!
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 13: Quarantine or Grounding [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (606)What do you do when you can’t go outside? If you’re Greg and Chad, you Skype each other and talk about the similarities between the government telling you you can’t go outside to when you were a teenager and your parents would tell you you couldn’t go out with friends.
They also discuss what they’ve done since being ordered to stay in and Chad gives bad parenting advice.
Nerds United Episode 173: Bloodshot, Batman V Superman and More in Week 2 of Distancing [ 85.49 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (670)This week on a new Nerds United, Mike and Greg (still separated by miles, but together in spirit) discuss watching Bloodshot, a movie that opened in theaters two weekends ago, from the comfort of their respective couches. And seriously, watch Bloodshot.
Also on the agenda: Batman V Superman – Dawn of Justice. Someone hadn’t seen it before, and after watching portions of the movie over three days, said person still hasn’t “seen” it. Alas…what’s a husband to do?
Keeping on with the B’s…Bee-Man, a 1966 character from Harvey Comics. Also:
Speaking of comics – support your local comic book store. They need you now more than ever! Find your store on social media. Find out if they are shipping books to your home (assuming they’re closed like ours). Make sure when doors reopen that you show them just as much love as movie theaters, concert venues, dine-in restaurants, and sporting events. They live to provide you with great books. Find them. I beg you.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour: When Jeff Tried to Save the World [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (565)This week on The Power Half Hour, Greg and Chad are discussing a movie that neither of them had heard of until Greg found it on Hulu:
https://youtu.be/OpJEQ1dWpDY
This 2017 (2018?) movie stars Napoleon Dynamite as a bowling alley manager who learns the owner is about to sell the lanes. Jeff (Jon Heder) puts a plan in place to keep Winky’s World (“The World”) open!
Nerds United Episode 172: Mike's 'On Location' [ 49:38 | 68.09 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (697)Well the only thing not shut down beside’s Greg’s “essential” job is this podcast (and the other great podcasts on the Jittery Monkey Podcast Network).
But there is a change. Mike is calling in on this episode, not in Studio B. And it’s really weird.
This episode features talk about what is going on in the world right now, ya know, the Big C.
But there’s also talk about Fantomah – The Blazing Skull Mystery Woman of the Jungle Who Was There Before Wonder Woman. Also, rumors about Wonder Woman 84 being sent straight to VOD were debunked (Greg missed the memo), Rosario Dawson IS Ahsoka Tano in The Mandalorian, 2,000 American’s favorite superheroes and super villains, and Bloodshot will be available digitally this week. So buy it. You’ll thank me.
And we thank you for tuning in and being awesome. Because where would we be without you? I’ll tell you where…sitting right here bringing you a new episode, just with one fewer listener. And we can’t have that. So tell your friends. And wash your hands.
Nerds United Episode 171: SURPRISE! She-Hulk, Three Hulks, and More [ 55:28 | 76.08 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (730)This was the episode that was not meant to be. Presently, the Co-Host of the Year is out of town. But before he left, we got together for an hour and knocked out a podcast. It was early in the week, amid all of the continued madness that is Covid-19.
On this special surprise episode, we talk about Allison Brie (or someone like Allison Brie) that Marvel is looking for to play She-Hulk. That goes into a long discussion about the Hulks we’ve had thus far on the big screen.
Avengers Campus is set to open this summer, assuming we’re allowed to leave our homes ever again.
There’s more, but I’m trying to watch Blade Runner and this is taking away from that. I’m no good at multi-tasking.
I know. I’m shocked!
If I had to guess, I’d say this OnePoll survey (commissioned by Visit Anaheim ahead of this summer’s opening of Avengers Campus at Walt Disneyland) which questioned 2,000 Americans probably didn’t talk to “hard core” nerds/geeks, but rather more mainstream.
That’s my perception, because any time the topic gets brought up, Supes is rarely the favorite hero in his own brand, being unseated by Batman. Batman finished third in the voting, with everyone’s favorite wall-crawler wedged between the World’s Finest. Captain America and Iron Man are 4 and 5 respectively, with Wonder Woman the sixth favorite among those polled.
Here’s the entire Top Ten:
That’s a lot of Hollywood dollars. And no offense to Aquaman, but would ANYONE have had him in their top ten? I think he gets a boost due to his recent big box office debut. And if I’m being honest, I say the same for Captain Marvel and Black Panther. Now that is not a knock on any of these characters, but rather an indication that their profiles were elevated due to having successful (and in Black Panther and Captain Marvel’s cases, MASSIVELY SUCCESSFUL) solo films.
While the Man of Steel got the nod as America’s favorite superhero, I think it surprises exactly no one that the Clowned Prince of Crime heads the list of favorite super villains.
As beloved as Tom Hiddleston is, with a Loki show on the way on Disney+, consider me surprised that the God of Mischief is in the back half of the Top Ten.
Also, with the pomp and circumstance around Harley Quinn, I would have thought that character would be in the top five. I still think, even at number 5, Lex Luthor is underrated. He and Thanos have a lot in common, in that they say the best villains are those who see themselves as the hero, that they are doing the right thing. That was everything about Thanos in the MCU.
Also, side-bar…I think Venom and Harley Quinn could both, at times, fall into the “anti-hero” category.
Let’s see what else the poll said.
5. Superhuman intelligence 33%
That’s 173%, just incredible. Also, and even in the world of the coronavirus where healing would come in handy, I still want the ability to teleport. Are you kidding me? No more commutes? No more trying to find a parking spot for a ballgame? No more traveling (driving or flying) to the vacation destination…just BAM! (or “BAMF!”) and you’re there. Don’t mind that subtle smell of brimstone.
Respondents said that Superman would beat Batman in a fight. The Avengers are their favorite superhero team, and Marvel was preferred over DC by a 2-1 margin.
What’s your take on the findings of this survey? Do you agree? Disagree? Let us know via social media. Because when there’s a damn pandemic going on, talking about superhero nonsense is good for us all.
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Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 10: Josh and S.A.M. [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (571)This week on the Power Half Hour, Greg and Chad discuss another winning movie selection by the Co-Host on the West Coast, Chad.
Josh and S.A.M. tells the story of two brothers on a road trip, and while the trailer above tells you that much, they don’t really tell you WHY these brothers are pulling a Logan and booking it for Canada.
Nerds United Episode 170: Disney Remakes and the Robat Batinbatmobile [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (685)This week on the show, Greg and Mike are talking about Disney’s live-action remakes, which ones are coming up and if we’re excited for them.
Get a lesson of the bad ideas from pro wrestling gimmicks, hear about the original Jigsaw, and the Batmobile in all of its gearhead glory!
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 9: Comic Books [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (575)This week on the Power Half Hour, Greg and Chad discuss discovering comic books, and how we went about collecting them. And at some point, Greg starts talking for about 15 minutes non-stop, which would be great, except it’s only a 30-minute podcast. But Chad knew what he was getting into when he agreed to co-host a half hour show.
Nerds United Episode 169: Hairy Cavill as Wolverine? [ 55:43 | 76.42 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (701)This week on Nerds United, Mike and Greg explore the rumors of Henry Cavill being cast as Wolverine in Captain Marvel 2, which leads into discussion about The Witcher, Locke and Key, and Man of Steel.
Also, Dynamite Thor (that’s a real thing), and being Belleville’s Number One Podcast.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 8: Rock Dog [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (565)This week on Not My Demographic, we watched and discuss the 2016-17 animated feature…Rock Dog!
That’s pretty much it. Oh wait, there’s a guest appearance at the end of the movie, and while it’s not part of Rock Dog, the guys discuss Kay and Silent Bob Reboot!
Enjoy.
Nerds United Episode 168: Reboot Reviews, Rivers, and "Robat Batinbat" [ 58:01 | 79.59 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (611)In the past week, both Greg and Mike have had the opportunity to watch Jay and Silent Bob Reboot! And in this episode, you can hear long form what the guys thought about Kevin Smith’s latest work.
(You can watch Greg’s short version right here)
We also talk about Nemesis, Playstation 5 being outrageously priced, and Mike names all of the world’s rivers. So we have that!
Oh, let’s not forget the latest images of Robert Pattinson as The Batman.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 7: When We Learned Pro Wrestling was a Work [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (558)Oops. I should’ve said “SPOILER ALERT!”
But here’s the thing…you know by now that pro wrestling is a pre-determined athletic competition which takes skill to master.
All we’re doing in this episode is going through our memories and discussing when we learned and/or realized that maybe what happens in a 20×20 (or 16×16, for you WCW fans) ring wasn’t always completely on the up and up. Ah to be young again!
You’re going to have to listen to the podcast to understand it.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 6: Dear John [ 30:00 | 41.15 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (683)Dear John Letter:
Before ghosting was a common way to end a relationship, people actually wrote letters to dump someone. Author Nicholas Sparks used that premise to craft a romantic story that Lasse Hallstrom turned into a movie starring Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried in 2010.
On this edition of the “Not My Demographic” series, Greg and Chad watch “Dear John” and eventually get around to talking about the movie. Does the movie hold up after ten years? How does it compare to “The Notebook?” How does Soul Asylum and Deadwood, South Dakota fit into the discussion? Take 30 minutes out of your day to listen and find out.
Nerds United Episode 166: Y Not The Last Man and Desert Island Movies [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (636)Heeeeey we’re back. After taking a couple weeks off to get healthy (damn germs), we are off and running!
If you had one fictional character’s movie to take with you on a deserted island, who would you choose? That’s part of this week’s discussion, as well as 90s cartoons, Y: The Last Man losing its’ lead actor, Mother Hubbard, and Rick Moranis.
Strap yourselves in for a comedy ride you won’t ever forget! It’s Nerds United with Greg and Mike.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 5: After School Cartoons [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (628)This week on the Power Half Hour, Greg and Chad go back to after school and look at cartoons that they watched in their respective generations, Chad in the 1980s and Greg from the late 80s and on.
If it was a popular cartoon in the last two decades, there’s a good chance we mention it. We love cartoons.
Be sure to subscribe if you don’t already. We are growing and it’s because of you!
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 4: Kensho at the Bedfellow [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (538)It’s Thursday and that means 30 minutes with Greg and Chad. This week, the guys talk about a 2017 indie movie titled Kensho at the Bedfellow.
I’m not going to lie – it’s a weird movie. And at times it makes no sense. And it’s not at all a geisha kink like the title would indicate.
But while this movie didn’t blow our hair back, it wasn’t too bad. And if you have the Tubi (or not to be?) app, you can watch it for free. And that’s how you should enjoy Kensho at the Bedfellow, without giving up any of your hard-earned dollars.
Nerds United Episode 165: Lady Satan, Obi-Wan, and a Broken Truck [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (645)Well it’s time for a brand new episode of your favorite podcast (at least, if we are, leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast app).
Mike and Greg talk about Lady Satan, the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, Captain Marvel, and Mortal Kombat (whoa, I almost spelled that with a “C,” like some sort of noob).
We also have some great discussions based on your questions. And if you’d like to ask a question, just hit us up on Facebook, Twitter, or nerdsunitedpodcast@gmail.com
Enjoy. Be kind. Rewind.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 3: The 1992 Dream Team [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (503)Sports Illustrated dubbed them the Dream Team almost a year before they ever stepped on the court in Barcelona for the 1992 Olympic Summer Games.
Then the best players at the highest level of basketball went on to trounce their competition by an average of 44 points per game en route to the gold medals.
In this episode, Greg and Chad recall that epic summer of U-S-A (U-S-A! U-S-A! U-S-A!) domination on the basketball court.
Nerds United Episode 164: Travis Yates and Nostalgia [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (611)In this special mid-week episode of Nerds United, we bring back Travis Yates. We hear a bit more about Travis’ bona fides in the realm of media and journalism and get a brief update on what’s going on over on Popology 101 on the Positive Cynicism Podcast Network (the #PCPN, if you will).
This discussion largely centers on nostalgia and the continued reboots/remakes of beloved IP’s of our youth. Greg calls it “nostalgia mining,” ie – the best parts of our youth sold off to the highest bidder. Travis thinks that it’s actually not the worst thing in the world, and how a little blast from the past can be a good thing.
Of course, there’s a brief review of the “Nostalgia” drug in the Watchmen series, hence why we get this classic artwork. Nostalgia and the theft of our youth. Are you for it or against it?
Nerds United Episode 163: Trailers and Other Stuff [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (540)Welcome to the first episode of a new year. And no, it won’t be a 14-hour episode. We’ve decided that IF we do a marathon recording, it will only be thirteen hours and five minutes…give or take.
But who has that type of time?
Oh yeah, our friends at ABCD-Bagz.
Anyway, since it’s been a few weeks since our last episode, we’re getting caught up on some geeky trailers that have dropped since the ball in Times Square. Bloodshot, Morbius, Harley Quinn, Black Widow, and more news and notes.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 2: She-Devil [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (496)This week on Greg and Chad’s Power Half Hour, the guys roll out the debut of the Not My Demographic series, with a discussion about the 1989 cinematic experience known as She-Devil.
Listen to the guys break down the film that they normally wouldn’t watch, and honestly that they didn’t even hear about.
And find out why this particular movie was selected as the first Not My Demographic. There’s a pretty solid reason behind it.
Greg and Chad's Power Half Hour Episode 1: NYE 1999 and Y2K [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (548)Welcome to Greg and Chad’s Power Half Hour. In our debut episode, recorded twenty years and five days after the events of December 31, 1999. What were Greg and Chad doing on that fateful night when planes were supposed to fall from the sky and computer networks were going to shut down, leaving us in a veritable dark age?
You’d be surprised to learn, as we were, that your two hosts were only about fifteen minutes apart, but they wouldn’t meet for almost fifteen years.
New Years Eve 1999. It’s the topic of the very first Greg and Chad’s Power Half Hour. 30 minutes. No more. No less.
Coming soon to the Jittery Monkey Podcast Network and earbuds worldwide:
Greg and Chad’s Power Half Hour.
Greg Mehochko and Chad Smart hope to entertain you by discussing big moments (from 1982 on) from their different generational perspective. The duo will also take a look at and talk about movies, music, and other aspects of pop culture that they wouldn’t normally endure, all in a 30-minute presentation.
This week on a very special episode of Nerds United (your last until January 10), we take your questions and do our best to provide worthwhile answers.
Thanks to Eddie Spaghetti, ABCD-Bagz, Rick, Paul, and Chad for some great questions! Have a question for us? You can ask it anytime at nerdsunitedpodcast@gmail.com
Thanks and Be Kind…Rewind!
The other guys took the episode off… and LEFT ME IN CHARGE!
It’s a bad idea. I’m horrible at the intro. I’m horrible at the outro. Hopefully I got the audio right. [Editor’s Note – Jon did a great job. And “Five Heart is all the Heart you need.” – GM]
I am joined by Jill and Beth and we talk a lot about volleyball.
These are just few of the wonderful things we discussed:
Also…. Beth tells us a lot of technical details about how hard players can hit a volleyball. I make comparisons to college pitchers and how they might have three good pitches. A hitter in volleyball can have over 20 different ways she can hit the ball. Maybe 40!
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Nerds United Episode 161: Hemingway, Stache Publishing, and Christmas [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (504)This week on a very special Nerds United, Greg is joined by longtime friend of the show Anthony Mathenia. The two talk about the life and death of Stache Publishing and how projects that began before its untimely ending will see fruition.
One of those projects that is near and dear to Anthony’s heart is a graphic novel based on the life and times of Ernest Hemingway.
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Among other topics discussed is a brief Star Wars cartoon that Anthony worked on with Miljenko (an excerpt from the Hemingway graphic novel is visible above). And we talk about Christmas and share a few stories, since Anthony hasn’t been celebrating Christmas too terribly long.
Merry Christmas and/or the holiday of your choosing, everyone!
Nerds United Episode 160: Texas Tornado of Awesome [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (505)This week, Mike and Greg are joined for a little while by fellow podcasters Kevin Hunsperger and Chad Smart. The guys talk about podcasting and their respective shows, as well as BREAKING NEWS for the Jittery Monkey Podcast Network.
After Chad and Kevin are dismissed, the Nerds United duo discusses Watchmen and Joker.
Also, despite what you may have seen from other online reviews, Kevin and Chad both appeared to enjoy Star Wars Episode IX: Rise of Skywalker.
This past week was the Early Period for football players to sign their National Letters of Intent.
And the Nebraska Cornhuskers KICKED.SOME.ASS!
Rick Cone, Corn Nation’s Recruiting Guru, joins the Five Heart Podcast to talk about all of the hits that Nebraska received. There were some surprises. There was some drama. But roster needs were addressed.
Who’s N?
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Nerds United Episode 159: Movie Trailers and Recipes [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (470)This is our first true NU episode since Turkey Before Turkey. And we missed a lot in the week we spent with family.
Trailers for Black Widow, Wonder Woman, Ghostbusters: Afterlife. We talk some recipes for Mike to prepare for another UFC Fight Night.
Also, Watchmen and The Mandalorian.
And I finally picked up Dark Horse Comics’ The Butcher of Paris, written by Stephanie Phillips. Check out my chat with her in the archives.
I think that’s it. It’s late. I probably forgot something.
Oh yeah – who could forget Doctor Hormone?
This week on the Five Heart Podcast, Greg and Jon are joined by Paul Dalen to discuss the news and notes of Husker athletics. The guys talk about the arrests of two indefinitely suspended Huskers. Also on the docket, Nebraska Football – did the stats lie to us?
Among the other topics of conversation, Greg is young but not too young to remember Superman III (the Richard Pryor one). And Paul thinks Marvel is better than DC, er go Paul is wrong. (Agree or disagree? Paul wants to know in the comments.)
And there’s a cameo appearance by one of the Internet’s first celebrities.
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This week on the show, I invite my friend Patrick Gerhart on to talk about one of our favorite shows, and probably the best thing to come out of Canada since hockey…Letterkenny.
Patrick and I have been talking about getting this conversation recorded for a few months, and with Season 8 of Letterkenny set to arrive on Christmas (in Canada, on December 27 for us in the States), it was a fitting time to get together.
We share some of our favorite scenes and characters, as well as a little backstory on the show. It would be a great honor to have a cast member or writer on the show sometime, so if you’re reading this and have anything to do with Letterkenny, please send an email to nerdsunitedpodcast@gmail.com.
That’s it. Thanks Patrick. Pitter patter, let’s get atter.
This week on the Five Heart Podcast, Greg, Jon, and Hoss talk about the fifth-straight loss to that team from the east. Five straight. In a game we should have won.
But the second half of the show is spent talking about a good Nebraska athletic program, the #5-overall seed in the NCAA Volleyball Tournament which starts today. Beth Merrigan returns to talk volleyball.
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Hey everybody. Welcome to a very special Five Heart Podcast. It’s the episode where we don’t swear, and if we do, I very carefully cover it up with censorship.
We understand that you may be traveling with your family to a Thanksgiving gathering. (Also, Happy Thanksgiving!) So wanted to keep this as clean as we could so you could enjoy it before tomorrow’s game.
So we beat Maryland, soundly. A great time was had by all.
And now it’s on to Iowa, and Jon believes (rightly so) that Iowa has settled for a lifetime of mediocrity. And as long as there’s a Ferentz in Iowa City, Greg agrees.
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Nerds United Episode 157: Turkey Before Turkey 2 [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (469)This week is the Second Annual Nerds United Turkey Before Turkey episode. And that means our fearless hosts will take a shot of Wild Turkey ahead of tomorrow’s turkey (and food) coma of Thanksgiving.
On this show, we discuss music we were listening to in high school (we might be the only podcast this Thanksgiving weekend to mention Limp Bizkit). We talk about the Speed Centaur and the Invisible Woman, building a cinema universe on a strong foundation instead of sand, and gingers in Star Wars.
And be looking for a very special Cyber Monday sale, where you can get FREE SHIPPING AND 15% off EVERYTHING at our shop. And enjoy the show.
Nerds United Episode 156: The Draft with Kevin Hunsperger [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (628)Welcome to a new episode of Nerds United. This week on the show, we are joined by Kevin Husperger, host and sole proprietor of My 1-2-3 Cents the Podcast and My123Cents.com.
We took your comic book character suggestions and put together a draft, picking seven names each who would do battle in a make-believe arena.
We couldn’t have done it without you. So we thank you.
And also, Greg’s team would win. But you can help decide by voting on the post on Facebook.
Mike and Greg also talk about a few news items before Kevin comes on board. It’s another solid episode, and it’s not 14 hours. So we have that going for us.
By that I mean – sure the outcome wasn’t desired, but the effort was there. Dare I say, the HEART was there.
This week on the show, Greg and Jon rehash their postgame thoughts from the weekend, while Hoss takes the opportunity to share his thoughts for the first time. What did Hoss see that he hasn’t seen in Husker football in almost twenty years?
SILVER LINING, YOU TURDS!
Here’s what we know: We make our first trip EVER to College Park to face the Maryland Terrapins this weekend.
And thinking about the Iowa game really gets Hoss’ piss hot.
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Nerds United Episode 155: Disney+ Gets Our Money and Probably Yours [ 0.01 MB ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (442)This week on the podcast, Greg and Mike talk about snow days in our youth, local beer, Disney+, The Mandalorian, unexpected finds on the new streaming service, and much more.
And Mike really lets Greg have it for watching Episode 1 of The Mandalorian without telling Mike first. Because Greg’s a dick.
