Best Nerd On Mic Podcasts (2024)

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Ep.149 – Xbox Drama and Best and Worst Moms in Pop Culture 1:04:08

1h ago1:04:08

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Episode Notes This week we celebrate Mother's Day by talking about the best and worst moms in pop culture history. We also discuss the drama with Xbox and the recently closed studios. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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113 - First time watching Perfect Blue (1997) featuring Rice n Mics Podcast 1:12:13

10h ago1:12:13

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In this week's episode we invited Rice n Mics Podcast host, Tung, onto the show to talk about Perfect Blue (1997) - the animated 90s cult film from legendary Japanese filmmaker Satoshi Kon. This was Tung's first viewing of Perfect Blue and first time guesting on our show, so of course we talked about everything from idol culture, to anime filler ar…

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Episode 112 - The Roundup: Punishment!! The glorious return of Jang I-su 1:12:25

3d ago1:12:25

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In this week's episode, we let Thavy rant a bit more about Coachella and modern music. We also discussed the HYBE x ADOR controversy, the One Punch Man live-action adaptation, the teaser trailer for Baby Assassins 3, Alex Garland's Civil War, Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon, before talking about this week's big movie, The Roundup: Punishment. This is the …

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Ep.148 – The Aging Gamer and Tarkov Controversy 58:41

6d ago58:41

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Episode Notes This week we talk about what it's like to game as you get older and all of the controversy surrounding Escape from Tarkov. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 111 - Scott Pilgrim TAKES OFF! Underrated gem or disappointing adaptation? 49:11

12d ago49:11

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In this week's episode we invited our friend Aaron because he really likes the Scott Pilgrim franchise. We talked everything Scott Pilgrim, from the video game and graphic novels, to the live-action movie Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, to the recent Netflix animated adaptation, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. Does this most recent adaptation tarnish the Sco…

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Ep.147 – Fallout, The Office, and Reboots! 1:05:00

13d ago1:05:00

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Episode Notes This week we breakdown the first season Fallout, the casting news for The Office reboot, and we talk about good, bad, and ugly reboots. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 110 - /generate prompt:: an excellent review of Late Night with the Devil 1:23:53

22d ago1:23:53

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In this week's episode we talk about Coachella, the possible return of Durarara! and Baccano, an upcoming TMNT movie, Robot Dreams and Exuma. We also review Late Night with the Devil, a recent horror from Australian writer and directors Cameron and Colin Cairnes, starring David Dastmalchian. Is it possible for something to be middle-of-the-road but…

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Episode 109 - Monkey Man spoiler-free REVIEW! Is it OFFENSIVE to like this? 1:27:05

1M ago1:27:05

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In this week's episode we talk about White Fever, the 3 Body Problem murder, David Chang chili crunch scandal, The Matrix 5 announcement, the Roundup: Punishment release date, and a trailer for Indian action movie simply titled Kill. We also review Monkey Man, the new action film written by, directed by and starring Dev Patel - Prince Zuko himself.…

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Ep.146 – Best and Worst Sequels 52:16

1M ago52:16

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Episode Notes This week we talk about the best and worst sequels of all time. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 108 - Godzilla Minus One and Boy and the Heron! Japan Wins the Oscars!! 1:24:37

2M ago1:24:37

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In this week's episode we invite Yuta back on the show to talk about Japan's two big Oscar-winners for the year - Godzilla Minus One and The Boy and the Heron. We chat about the highs and lows of each movie and gush about our favourite grumpy prehistoric lizard - Hayao Miyazaki. Did these films deserve their respective Oscars? Is The Boy and the He…

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Episode 107 - Baby Assassins REVIEW! Zoomers versus boomers 1:05:30

2M ago1:05:30

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In this week's episode we review the Baby Assassins series of films and explore the differences between these action movies and the dad action movies of the likes of The Beekeeper and the Equalizer. Are these movies a pleasant surprise or an upsetting mislead? Let's discuss. SUBSCRIBE -- https://bit.ly/_subscribe_here_ 00:00 The Start 01:20 WHWBW? …

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Episode 106 - A Shop For Killers! How to do teenage assassins right 1:18:08

2M ago1:18:08

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In this week's episode we review A Shop For Killers, an action thriller kdrama starring Lee Dong-wook and Kim Hye-jun, all about a college student that finds out that she is the heir to a black market arms dealing empire - and she is currently in the midst of a very hostile takeover. Is this how assassin TV should be done? When will we let The Brot…

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Ep.145 – Classic Collection Controversy and PS5 Pro/Xbox Leaks 48:08

2M ago48:08

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Episode Notes This week we talk about the Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection controversy, leaks with the PS5 Pro and Xbox consoles, and updates to the handheld gaming scene. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 105 - Scavengers Reign REVIEW! Beautiful. Horrifying. Relaxing. 1:21:17

2M ago1:21:17

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In this week's episode we review Scavengers Reign, an animated series about a group of scavengers trying to survive the beautiful but harsh environment of an alien planet. Is this an underrated dark horse in a year of exceptional animation? How would we fare if we were stranded on a horrible nightmare planet? Let's discuss. SUBSCRIBE -- https://bit…

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Episode 104 - Badland Hunters review! Ma Dong Seok vs Zombie Lizard men! 48:16

2M ago48:16

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In this week's episode we review Badland Hunters, the South Korean action flick starring the biggest man in Daehanminguk. Big punches, big guns, and the big man himself, Ma Dong Seok. What more could we ask for? What sets this apart from other zombie films? Could we possibly get a sequel for this? Let's discuss. SUBSCRIBE -- https://bit.ly/_subscri…

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Ep.144 – Switch 2 Wishlist, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Hot Takes! 1:10:05

2M ago1:10:05

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Episode Notes This week we talk about our Nintendo Switch 2 wishlist, Final Fantasy VII Remake, play a few rounds of Hot Takes, and more! Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 103 - The Brothers Sun review... well... at least the action is good 1:10:58

3M ago1:10:58

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In this week's episode we talk about The Brothers Sun, the Netflix action series starring Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh, all about a family that is torn between a peaceful, happy family life and a life of crime that puts them at constant risk of death. Why were we so disappointed by this show? Spoiler alert - it's mostly Bruce-related. Let's d…

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Ep.143 – Most Anticipated Games of 2024 and Hot Takes! 1:03:05

3M ago1:03:05

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Episode Notes This week we talk about our most anticipated games of 2024 and we play a few rounds of Hot Takes! Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Ep.142 – WTF Xbox?! 1:00:03

3M ago1:00:03

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Episode Notes This week we talk about some of the biggest Oscar nominations, Skull and Bones, Suicide Squad, Helldivers 2, and more. We also talk about the rumors and business update from Xbox. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 102 - Single's Inferno Season 3 aka The Lee Gwan-hee Show 1:05:09

3M ago1:05:09

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Happy Valentines Day everyone! In this week's episode we invite resident reality TV expert Nat to help us review the third and latest season of sexy Korean reality dating show - Single's Inferno, currently streaming on Netflix. Is this simultaneously the best and worst season yet? Does Gwan Hee have any redeeming qualities? Let's discuss. SUBSCRIBE…

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Episode 101- Mask Girl review! The least romantic K-drama on Netflix 1:04:21

3M ago1:04:21

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In this week's episode we take a look at Mask Girl - a South Korean televisual series full of twists and turns, now streaming on Netflix. Where does this series succeed? Why isn't it as popular as its contemporaries? Let's discuss. SUBSCRIBE -- https://bit.ly/_subscribe_here_ 00:00 The Start 1:41 WHWBW? (Strong Girl Bong-soon, A2K) 18:26 Mask Girl …

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Episode 100 - The BEST movies (that we remember) of 2023 1:20:56

4M ago1:20:56

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In this episode we take a look back at TV and movies from the year of 2023 and discuss the best and worst in several categories that we made up on the fly. Kick back with some tinnies and take a lazy look back at the year of film 2023. What was the K-POP song of last year? Which character had the best on-screen death? Who will take home the coveted…

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Episode 99 - Gyeongseong Creature review! Smokey looks and Japanese hatred 1:18:33

4M ago1:18:33

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In this episode we talk about the hot, new South Korean Netflix drama - Gyeongseong Creature, starring Park Seo-joon and Han So-hee. Set in 1940s, Japanese-occupied Korea, where evil Japanese military scientists are doing sinister bio-chemical experiments on Korean prisoners, this K-drama offers romance, drama, horror, action - something for everyo…

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Episode 98 - 2nd Year Anniversary listener's Q&A featuring KPOP 1:49:21

5M ago1:49:21

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In this video we celebrate our 2-year birthday by kicking back and watching some kpop, while also answering some questions from our lovely listeners. Thank you so much to everyone that submitted questions, everyone that has listened to our ramblings, and all the friends we made along the way! Here's to another year! SUBSCRIBE -- https://bit.ly/_sub…

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Episode 97 - Samurai Friday! Onimusha vs Blue Eye Samurai 1:11:19

5M ago1:11:19

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In this weeks episode we talk about two hot Netflix animated samurai properties - Onimusha and Blue Eye Samurai. One show produced in Japan and directed by acclaimed Japanese director, Takashi Miike. The other produced in America and directed by Jane Wu and written by husband and wife duo, Amber Noizumi and Michael Green. Which of these titles is s…

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Episode 96 - Song of the Bandits! Gunslinging South Korean action at its finest 54:40

5M ago54:40

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In this weeks episode we talk Song of the Bandits, the South Korean Netflix series about cowboys, espionage, and really unlikeable Japanese soldiers. Is this the new gold standard for TV gunplay? Why isn't there more of this kind of show? Let’s discuss. 00:00 The Start 01:26 What Have We Been Watching (Fast X) 12:58 Song of the Bandits (spoiler-fre…

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Episode 95 - IU CONCERT: The Golden Hour! Taylor Swift could never... 1:05:50

5M ago1:05:50

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In this weeks episode we talk about the cinema release of IUs concert - the Golden Hour. We go through the songs, costumes and pageantry of the concert, as well as how the Disney princess that is IU compares to her American and Korean peers. What were our favourite parts? Why is IU better than Taylor? Let’s discuss. 00:00 The Start 01:50 All about …

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Episode 94 - Ballerina review! The best Netflix action film you haven't seen 53:16

6M ago53:16

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In this episode, we review the very excellent but criminally overlooked Ballerina (2023). Starring Jeon Jong-seo and directed by Lee Chung-hyeon, this South Korean action flick is better than it needs to be and deserves more attention - delivering a slick neo-noir atmosphere as well as a powerful message with implications on the state of real-world…

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Episode 93 - Expend4bles is so BAD it makes Steven Seagal look good 1:16:51

6M ago1:16:51

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In this episode, we invite Boon to talk about Expend4bles and also help us with our second Martial Artists Battle Royale, where we pit the characters of four of our favourite martial artists against each other in a battle to the death. This time around we have four of the best - Jason Statham, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Wesley Snipes, and Steven Seagal…

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Episode 92 - Japanese horror movies! Immersion (2023) and The Forbidden Play (2023) 1:18:00

6M ago1:18:00

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In this episode, we continue the spooky season into November by reviewing two fresh J-horror movies from two legendary directors of the genre - Takashi Shimizu (director of the Grudge series) and Hideo Nakata (director of the Ring series). Get set for a couple of spooky spoiler-free reviews of Immersion (2023) and The Forbidden Play (2023). How do …

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BONUS Episode - Watch with us! Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum (2018) Movie Commentary 1:41:02

7M ago1:41:02

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Hey all! If you've been putting off watching Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum (2018) because it is simply too scary to watch alone, then have no fear! Watch it along with us and have the benefit of two idiots cracking wise in the background to make you feel more comfortable. Get your Amazon Prime ready, sync us up and let's piss our pants collectively! SUBS…

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Episode 91 - Talk to Me, girl! Aussie horror to kick off the spooky season! 56:36

7M ago56:36

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In this episode, we kick off the spooky season by review new(ish) Aussie horror movie - Talk to Me. A24 distributed, directorial debut from by Danny and Michael Philipou of RackaRacka YouTube fame, horror movie that tells the story of what a bunch of Aussie teens would do with a hand that lets you talk to the dead. Is a good representation of Austr…

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Episode 90 - Melbourne International Film Festival! Cobweb, Perfect Days, Monster review 1:22:32

7M ago1:22:32

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In this episode, Danh takes a break so Thavy invites his good friend Marcus on to be the substitute Asian bloke for the day. What are they talking about? Why, the Melbourne International Film Festival of course! Specifically three movies: Kim Jee-won's Cobweb, Wim Wenders' Perfect Days, and Hirokazu Kore-eda's Monster. Which was their favorite? Let…

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FINAL EPISODE EVER - Wake up, people!! The One Piece Live-action is BAD! 1:16:53

8M ago1:16:53

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In this episode, we review the Netflix live-action adaptation of ONE PIECE and try to understand WHY the internet seems to collectively agree that this is not only acceptable - but GOOD?? Are we the only people who didn't enjoy this? What has everyone so enraptured? Will this be the last episode of Two Asian Blokes? Let's Discuss…

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Episode 88 - The First Slam Dunk is an absolute grand slam hole-in-one touchdown! 1:11:21

9M ago1:11:21

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In this episode, we review The First Slam Dunk, the recent animated movie retelling the story of the original sports manga, Slam Dunk, illustrated by Takehiko Inoue. Why did we love this movie so much? How does it stack up against the original anime? When did Gori turn into Goliath? Let's discuss.By Danh and Thavy

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Ep.141 – Gamescom 2023 and Ahsoka 53:01

9M ago53:01

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Episode Notes On this weeks episode, we break down the first two episode of Ahsoka and give our thoughts on all of the things revealed at Gamescom! Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 87 - Barbenheimer and Past Lives review! 1:13:53

9M ago1:13:53

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In this episode, we finally get around to doing Barbenheimer. Also, we take a look at Past Lives, the new A24 romantic drama from director Celine Song, all about kismet, longing, and the one that got away. Did we enjoy the blockbuster about a world-shattering event that causes an existential crisis within the lead character and makes them question …

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Ep.140 – Tiers of the Kingdom 1:11:18

9M ago1:11:18

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Episode Notes In this episode of Nerds with Mics, we discuss the Best Games of 2023, which have a chance to be Game of the Year! Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 86 - It's Chinese Blockbuster time!! Meg 2 and Hidden Strike! ... also Andor 1:10:37

9M ago1:10:37

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In this episode, we delve into the realm of Chinese blockbusters and talk about Meg 2: The Trench, starring Jason Statham and Wu Jing, as well as Hidden Strike, starring Jackie Chan and John Cena. Which couple has the best chemistry? Which shark-based rap song is the true banger? Did Star Wars fans ruin Star Wars? Let's discuss.…

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Episode 85 - Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre review... disappointing 46:10

9M ago46:10

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In this episode, we review Netflix limited animated series Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre. This series attempted to adapt the works of this acclaimed horror manga artist, famous for his messed up ideas and imagery. Were they able to pull it off? Nah, not really. But where did they fall down? Let's discuss.…

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Episode 84 - Netflix review! The Call (2020). Time travelling telephone shenanigans and psycho cuties from the past! 1:06:36

9M ago1:06:36

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In this episode, we review The Call (2020) and not the Halle Berry one. No, this is the South Korean thriller starring Park Shin-hye and Jeon Jong-seo all about two girls that are living 20 years apart but are mysteriously connected through a telephone. Was this movie great popcorn fare or just another forgettable Netflix thriller? Let's discuss.…

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Episode 83 - Watching I Saw the Devil for the first time! Featuring Blockblunders Podcast 1:28:16

10M ago1:28:16

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In this episode, we invite Blockblunders Podcast onto the show to watch and discuss a movie very dear to us - I Saw the Devil, directed by Kim Jee-won and starring Choi Min-sik and Lee Byung-hun. What was their reaction to this very brutal movie? Who would they cast in the Hollywood remake? Why is everyone in Korea a serial killer? Let's discuss. C…

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Ep.139 – The Rise Of AI & The Writers Strike 1:15:07

10M ago1:15:07

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Episode Notes In this episode of Nerds With Mics, we talk about the rise of AI but the positives and negatives and the impact in can play in the games and tv/film industry. We will also dive into the Writer's strike and what that means for fans and customers. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co…

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Episode 82 - JOY RIDE (2023) review! Um... are we racist for not enjoying this one? 1:12:26

10M ago1:12:26

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In this episode, we review Joy Ride - the directorial debut of Crazy Rich Asians writer Adele Lim, starring Ashley Park (Emily in Paris) and Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All At Once). Why did we have such a hard time enjoying this movie? And how was this the movie that manages to make Danh cry? Let's discuss.…

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Episode 81 - Indie filmmaking for Asian Australians! Introducing To Spark A Wildfire creatives, Angie and Musashi 1:08:07

10M ago1:08:07

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In this episode, Thavy interviews the creatives behind the indie film To Spark a Wildfire, currently in production. He had the privilege of sitting down with the writer and star of the film, Angie, and the director, Musashi, to discuss everything from what it's like to work in the Australian film industry to their thoughts on Crazy Rich Asians. How…

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Ep.138 – Pop Culture Jeopardy Party! 1:33:28

10M ago1:33:28

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Episode Notes Forget conversation topics! This week we played Jeopardy LIVE with you! Tune in to hear our contestants take on topics such as music, video games, and headlines. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Episode 80 - What do Japanese people REALLY think of Suzume and Makoto Shinkai? 1:07:13

11M ago1:07:13

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In this episode, we invite real-life Japanese people onto the show to give their honest opinions about Suzume, Makoto Shinkai's latest animated movie all about a girl who romances a chair. We were lucky enough be joined by 3ZZZ radio hosts, Yuka and Yuta, who talked about everything from their experiences growing up in Japan, their transition to Au…

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Episode 79 - The Roundup: No Way Out! More big slaps and police brutality from Ma Dong Seok 1:00:07

11M ago1:00:07

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In this episode, we review the newest instalment in The Roundup series of cop movies – No Way Out. Is this the new gold standard of action cinema? Can we ever get sick of Ma Dong Seok punching bad guys? How do we justify our love of police brutality in these movies? Let’s discuss.By Danh and Thavy

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Ep.137 – The Pros and Cons of Console Exclusivity 1:14:09

11M ago1:14:09

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Episode Notes On this Nerds with Mics, we discuss The Pros and Cons of Console Exclusivity and Analyzing its Impact on Consumers. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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Ep.136 – Franchise Fatigue 1:27:25

11M ago1:27:25

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Episode Notes On this Nerds with Mics, we discuss Franchise Fatigue across the industry and share our thoughts on what could be done to help reduce the problem. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

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