Best Nerd Initiative Podcasts (2024)

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Marvel Studios Hall H Panel w/ Samm Aversa 39:52

4d ago39:52

39:52

Capping off our SDCC coverage we chat about being in the room for the latest Marvel Hall H Panel. Captain America: Brave New World, The Thunderbolts, Fantastic Four, The Russos return AND.... RDJ is Doctor Doom!? EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Sam…

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SDCC Interview - Michael Hirsh (Animation Nation) 18:36

5d ago18:36

18:36

Recorded live at SDCC Sean chatted with animation legend Michael Hirsh in promotion of his new book Animation Nation. We talk about his work on the Star Wars Holiday Special, the Beetlejuice animated series, trading off the animation rights for Batman, his journey into animation and much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off you…

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SDCC Part 2: Alien: Romulus, BRZRKR, The Penguin & more! w/ Samm Aversa 20:03

6d ago20:03

20:03

In Part 2 of our SDCC coverage we chat about the Massive-Verse Panel, Alien: Romulus Panel, BRZRKR news, the Eisner's, The Penguin panel and our first taste of the infamous Hall H! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Samm! Facebook | Instagram | Twitte…

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Deadpool & Wolverine + SDCC Day 1 w/ Samm Aversa 34:03

7d ago34:03

34:03

I'm about to make a name for myself here! Sean somehow convinced Samm to come back on the show after an insane trip to San Diego Comic Con! On Part 1 of our coverage we talk about our first day at SDCC including: the Paramount+ Lounge, the Shaun of the Dead pop up, the Her Universe Fashion Show and of course they get into a spoiler filled chat abou…

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The Boys S4, A Quiet Place: Day One, House Of The Dragon & More w/ Gabe, Jon & Will of Pistols At Dawn 51:37

14d ago51:37

51:37

This week Sean is joined by Gabe, Jon & Will of Pistols At Dawn! They talk about The Boys Season 4, House Of The Dragon, A Quiet Place: Day One, Godzilla Minus One and so much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Pistols At Dawn! Facebook | Instag…

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The Acolyte Ep. 7-8 w/ Ethan Kahn of Chained Saint 53:52

22d ago53:52

53:52

With Season 1 of The Acolyte wrapped up, Sean is joined by Ethan Kahn of Chained Saint to talk about what worked, what didn't and we could see from a potential Season 2. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Chained Saint! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter …

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Are Popcorn Buckets Out of Hand? Fandoms S4 E3: Bucket List! 1:04:50

24d ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Movie theaters are getting more and more elaborate...and outrageous with their popcorn bucket designs... Tony and Will discuss the good, bad, and the inappropriate! #popcornbucket #movietheaters #movies #theaters #amctheaters #regalcinema #cinemark #marvel #DC #dune #deadpoolandwolverineBy Nerd Initiative

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The Bear S3 w/ Simon Mariante of Tracheotomy 51:39

29d ago51:39

51:39

This week Sean is joined by Simon Mariante of Tracheotomy to talk about the first reactions to the first 35 minutes of Deadpool & Wolverine, Baby Reindeer, Sausage Party: Foodtopia, Kite Man: Hell Yeah & The Bear S3! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support…

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Dungeons, Dragons, and Doctor: Fandoms S4E2 1:10:15

1M ago1:10:15

1:10:15

Dr Who's finale left fans at a loss as the big bad of the season was revealed, We are taken back to the drama in Westeros with House of Dragon Season two premiered Sunday, and Wizards of the Coast has released preorder for a 2024 update to Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition. #dungeonsanddragons #gameofthrones #houseofdragon #doctorwho #Wizardsoftheco…

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The Acolyte Ep. 5-6 w/ Matt Roth of Hops Geek News & Nerd Initiative 54:09

1M ago54:09

54:09

While The Acolyte continues to be divisive among the fans, Sean is joined by Matt Roth of Hops Geek News & Nerd Initiative to discuss the great, the bad and everything in between. They also discuss bad Netflix rom coms, A Day To Remember & the world needs more surprising heartfelt media. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your orde…

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X-Men Franchise Movie Ranking w/ Ekoh 53:44

1M ago53:44

53:44

The road to Deadpool & Wolverine is coming to a close so Sean recruited Ekoh to rank the X-Men movie franchise, sort of. Just like the X-Men timeline this conversation is messy, sometimes convoluted but super fun and full of heart. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music yo…

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The Acolyte Ep. 3-4 w/ Adam "Woody" Woodford of Polar 54:37

2M ago54:37

54:37

Somehow The Acolyte is one of the most controversial Star Wars series to date, but Sean is joined by Woody of Polar to give a positive perspective on how the series deepens the lore, gives something totally new to the galaxy and we theorize who the mysterious Sith is. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hear…

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Favorite TV Shows of 2024 (So Far) w/ Austin Visser of The Undertaking! 54:48

2M ago54:48

54:48

2024 has been a killer year for TV! Austin Visser of The Undertaking! returns to the show to talk about their favorite series of the year so far. What have been some of your favorites!? EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support The Undertaking! Facebook | In…

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Fandoms Season 4: More Nerdy than Be4 1:05:09

2M ago1:05:09

1:05:09

We're back! (Never went anywhere) but it's time to have more fun. Tony and Will are going to talk everything nerdy (Star Wars episodes, more Hunger Games Prequels, and Dr Who meets Bridgerton?!?)By Nerd Initiative

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The Acolyte Ep. 1-2 w/ Taylor Roberts of Riding With Killers & Taproot 52:19

2M ago52:19

52:19

A new era of Star Wars has begun with The Acolyte. Sean talks with Taylor Roberts of Riding With Killers & Taproot to chat about the first two episodes as well Sean's non-spoiler review thoughts of episodes 3 & 4! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Ri…

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X-Men '97 Finale w/ Joel Haston of PinUp Presents 52:19

2M ago52:19

52:19

The man, the myth, the legend Joel Haston of Pin Up Presents just had a birthday, got married and still had time to talk X-Men '97 with me! Who sent the team throughout time? Who will be Apocalypse's horsemen!? We discuss this and so much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying…

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Mutants, Doctors, & Ai- Fandoms Season 3 Finale 1:09:34

3M ago1:09:34

1:09:34

Lets talk X-Men '97, the new Doctor, and the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine news. Also Ai is building steam... what does that mean? And Much More!By Nerd Initiative

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2024 Summer Movie Preview w/ Danny Bohnen of Poolside At The Flamingo 55:59

3M ago55:59

55:59

This summer features wasteland epics, emotionally damaging cartoons, multiversal shenanigans, natural disasters, horror movies and even a western. Sean is joined by Danny Bohnen of Poolside At The Flamingo to break it all down! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you lo…

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INTERVIEW: The Beach Boys & Frank Marshall 42:14

3M ago42:14

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Ahead of their new documentary coming to Disney+ on May 24th Sean interviewed The Beach Boys! He sat down with Mike Love, Al Jardine and legendary producer Frank Marshall and talked about their favorite current artists, what they're watching and favorite The Beach Boys pop culture moments! Sean also gives his thoughts on the Superman suit reveal, t…

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Women of the Worlds!!! Fandoms S3 E12 1:15:02

3M ago1:15:02

1:15:02

We are joined by an amazing panel of guests to talk about female characters across every fandom. Check out Jade's work at: https://www.afroscapescurls.com Follow Lady Dragon JJ at: https://linktr.ee/catladyjj Follow Sarah at: https://beacons.ai/moviesandtea Follow Jasmine at: / mooreamor and / jasminepaigemoore Be sure to check out Nerd Initiative …

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Not Your CONVENTIONal Episode! Fandoms S3 C2E2 Bonus 1:02:32

3M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Tony is in Chicago for C2E2 and Will is holding down the fort! Pooja gives her picks for the week and we catch up with Tony, Derek, and Mickey as they give tips for the rest of C2E2!By Nerd Initiative

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What an X-citing Week! Fandoms S3 E11 1:08:00

3M ago1:08:00

1:08:00

From Cinema Con, Soda Collabs, and Streaming releases... this week went out with a bang! Will and Tony talk about all the latest Nerd News this week! Follow Tony everywhere at: https://linktr.ee/mrmarvelite Follow Will everywhere at: https://linktr.ee/thatwillwilkins Be sure to check out Nerd Initiative at: https://www.nerdinitiative.com #Marvel #m…

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Fallout w/ Dustin Mitchell of Filth 54:37

3M ago54:37

54:37

Calling all Vault Dwellers! Sean is joined by Dustin Mitchell of Filth to talk about Prime Video's latest smash hit Fallout. They also talk about the new Mufasa trailer and review Dark Matter and The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music…

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Deadpool & Wolverine Trailer Breakdown w/ Fat Thor of Sons Of Mjolnir & Agents Of Fandom 55:01

4M ago55:01

55:01

Let's fucking go! The new trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine is here and TJ aka Fat Thor of Sons Of Mjolnir & Agents Of Fandom joins Sean to break it all down. They also talk Rebel Moon, Knuckles, Dead Boy Detectives, Turtles All The Way Down, Anyone But You & more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing …

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X-Men '97 w/ Danny LaVarco of Ender 54:22

4M ago54:22

54:22

To me, my X-Men! This week Sean is joined by Danny LaVarco of Ender to talk about the Joker: Folie à Deux & Transformers: One trailers & the incredible reboot of the beloved 90s animated series X-Men '97. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Check out my interv…

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Invincible Season 2 Part 2 w/ Harrison Bormann of Capstan 52:25

4M ago52:25

52:25

This week just got INVINCIBLE. Sean is joined by Harrison of Capstan to chat about Season 2 Part 2 of the acclaimed comic book adaptation. Sean also reviews Civil War, The Sympathizer and Fallout! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Check out my interview with…

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Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire w/ Ray Hawthorne + The Newton Brothers Interview 55:27

4M ago55:27

55:27

Who you gonna call? This week Sean is joined by Ray Hawthorne of North Kingsley to talk about Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire plus an interview with the composers of X-Men '97, The Newton Brothers! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Follow Ray Hawthorne! Spotify …

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MINOR THREATS VOL. 1 (DARK HORSE COMICS) - TURN A PAGE ep. 30 1:11:52

4M ago1:11:52

1:11:52

Join the Nerd Initiative Comics Bullpen as they talk about MINOR THREATS vol. 1 (Credit: Dark Horse Comics) before fans return to Twilight City in MINOR THREATS: THE FASTEST WAY DOWN #1 (On Sale April 3rd, 2024) Follow Ken at: https://linktr.ee/odphpodcast Follow Tom at: https://linktr.ee/offthecufftom Follow Matt at: https://linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews…

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MARVEL, MARVEL, MARVEL! Fandoms S3 E10 1:20:11

4M ago1:20:11

1:20:11

Will and Tony talk about all the news coming out from and about Marvel. X-Men is on fire, and video game announcements for Days, but danger is looming as a current attempt to secure seats on the Disney board could mean losing momentum in the cause for representation. Follow Tony everywhere at: https://linktr.ee/mrmarvelite Follow Will everywhere at…

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The Bad Batch Season 3 & The Acolyte Trailer w/ Mitch Fogarty of Alpha Wolf 53:40

5M ago53:40

53:40

This week in a galaxy far, far away Sean is joined by Mitch Fogarty of Alpha Wolf to talk about The Bad Batch Season 3, The Acolyte trailer, Alien: Romulus trailer, Invincible & much more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Follow Alpha Wolf! Pre-Order Half L…

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THE TRIAL OF MAGNETO (UNCANNY X-MEN #200 - MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT) TURN A PAGE ep. 29 1:06:23

5M ago1:06:23

1:06:23

Join the Nerd Initiative Bullpen as they talk and compare a huge moment in X-Men history that was just featured on Disney Plus and Marvel Animation's "X-Men '97". The team is breaking down 1985's "The Trial of MAGNETO" from Uncanny X-Men #200 (Credit: Marvel Entertainment). Follow Ken at: https://linktr.ee/odphpodcast Follow Tom at: https://linktr.…

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Ming Chen's bars and bites guide to the NW 28:53

5M ago28:53

28:53

Ming Chen spends a lot of time on the road, traveling to different pop culture conventions as a guest and a host. In doing so, he has become familiar with many cities across the USA, getting to know the local restaurants, cafes, dive bars, and more. When he is visiting the Northwest (Seattle, Tacoma, Portland, Puyallup), he has a few spots he alway…

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The many lives of cosplayer Alicia Marie 22:19

5M ago22:19

22:19

You may know Alicia Marie from comic conventions where she is often a guest, but this cosplayer is more than meets the eye. Alicia Marie lives many lives: Cosplayer, fitness expert, social media influencer, advocate for the deaf community, author, and more. With so much going on, it's no wonder that some information has been stretched online. So we…

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How PlayTest NW upped its game 15:42

5M ago15:42

15:42

Beau Johnson organizes events for PlayTest NW, so game designers can test their creations. But when the pandemic struck in 2020, prompting lockdowns and social distancing, the gaming organization had to evolve overnight. How did PlayTest NW change, and what does it look like today. Beau Johnson with PlayTest NW took time to chat with NW NERD at a p…

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The Crow Remake & Pop Culture Inspirations In Music w/ Connie Sgarbossa of SeeYouSpaceCowboy 52:36

5M ago52:36

52:36

This week Sean is joined by Connie Sgarbossa of SeeYouSpaceCowboy for a backstage look into the inspiration, branding and creative direction of their upcoming album Coup de Grâce. We also talk about The Crow remake, X-Men '97, Late Night With The Devil & Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Pr…

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JASON LOO (THE ALL-NIGHTER - COMIXOLOGY ORIGINALS/DARK HORSE COMICS) TURN A PAGE ep 28 53:11

5M ago53:11

53:11

oin the N.I. Bullpen as they talk with JASON LOO about the incredible series THE ALL-NIGHTER from Comixology originals (Print form via Dark Horse Comics) & more Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/rebel_loo Jason Loo Photo by Paul Hillier Photography Follow Ken at: https://linktr.ee/odphpodcast Follow Tom at: https://linktr.ee/offthecufftom Follow …

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Artist Al Abbazia Talks about his Nerd Origin story and about doing what he loves! 4:34

5M ago4:34

4:34

During Awesome Con in D.C. Niko and Tony were able to sit down with Al Abbazia, licensed LucasFilm Artist and Art contributor with past Star Wars Celebrations to talk about his nerd origin story as well as his love for all things nerdy. Plus Al gave us a hint about a cool project he hopes to show soon! Be sure to keep an eye out for what Al is doin…

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Dune: Part Two w/ Ethan Harrison of Great American Ghost 54:13

5M ago54:13

54:13

Power over spice is power over all. Ethan from Great American Ghost returns to the show to talk about the cinematic event of the year, Dune: Part Two. We chat differences from the source material, the incredible visuals, performances and sound design and a few flaws Ethan found within the movie. We also talk about the Oscars, Invincible, Damsel on …

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TIM SHERIDAN (ALAN SCOTT: THE GREEN LANTERN - DC COMICS) TURN A PAGE ep. 27 1:07:16

5M ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Join the N.I. Bullpen as they talk with TIM SHERIDAN about the incredible series ALAN SCOTT: THE GREEN LANTERN from DC Comics (https://www.dc.com/) Follow Tim at: https://www.timsheridan.com/ To Support the Elton John Aids Foundation: https://www.eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org/ Follow Ken at: https://linktr.ee/odphpodcast Follow Tom at: https://linktr…

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Who's Who- Talking about the Good Doctor! Fandoms S3:E9 1:10:41

5M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

The Nerd Initiative team sit down to talk the Legacy of Dr Who... and try to convince Tony to finally sit down and watch an episode. Be sure to subscribe for more nerdy content! Check Us Out Everywhere: https://braid.ai/nerdinitiatve Check out our website: https://nerdinitiative.com/ Nerd Initiative on Instagram: nerd.initiative #nerdinitiative #ne…

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Dune: Part One (Reissue) w/ Ethan Harrison of Great American Ghost & Joey Stone of The Banner 55:12

5M ago55:12

55:12

Dreams are messages from the deep. Ahead of our Dune: Part Two episode we have unearthed and re-edited our Part One discussion with Ethan Harrison of Great American Ghost & Joey Stone of The Banner. As it was written. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Buy Me…

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TMNT Mutant Mayhem 2 & Pop Culture Shoes w/ Gary Dolan of Bull Airs 54:00

5M ago54:00

54:00

Turtle power! This week Sean is joined by Gary Dolan of Bull Airs to talk about the TMNT Mutant Mayhem Sequel and his journey from working a call center to creating pop culture inspired shoes for a living. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Follow Bull Airs! …

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TALKING BLUE BEETLE with JOSH TRUJILLO - TURN A PAGE EP. 25 59:12

6M ago59:12

59:12

Join the N.I. Bullpen as they talk with JOSH TRUJILLO about his run on Blue Beetle (DC Comics) and a whole lot more! Follow Josh at: X / losthiskeysman Follow Ken at: https://linktr.ee/odphpodcast Follow Tom at: https://linktr.ee/offthecufftom Follow Matt at: https://linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews TOM JOLU MUSIC: https://tomjolu.bandcamp.com/track/im... Fo…

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Is There Superhero Fatigue? Fandoms S3 E8 1:13:31

6M ago1:13:31

1:13:31

Actors and Directors rag on Superhero/Comic book movies all the time, and with increased criticism over the genre, the question is...will there be a demise to the Superhero genre? Join Will and Tony as they talk over the matter, be sure to join us in the chat and share your opinion! #Superhero #comicbook #Marvel #DCcomics #Marvelstudios #DCstudios …

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Henry Cavill Rumors, Borderlands Trailer & Scoring Movies w/ Tyler Durham aka Limina 55:04

6M ago55:04

55:04

Who is Henry Cavill playing in the MCU? Will Borderlands be a smash hit? Tyler Durham aka Limina joins Sean to break this all down as well as his incredible career as a film composer. From The Lost City to Fantastic Beasts to Outer Banks and now his solo album dropping in April. EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protec…

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ALLEN DUNFORD (HORUS IN HELL #2) RETURNS!!!!! - TURN A PAGE EP. 24 1:00:36

6M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

HORUS IN HELL #2 KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... Follow Allen at: / chapsoffury Follow Ken at: https://linktr.ee/odphpodcast Follow Tom at: https://linktr.ee/offthecufftom Follow Matt at: https://linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews TOM JOLU MUSIC: https://tomjolu.bandcamp.com/track/im... For your NCBD reviews destination: https://nerdiniti…

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Deadpool & Wolverine, The Fantastic Four & The Return Of The X-Men w/ James Clark of Kill The Lights 53:56

6M ago53:56

53:56

This week Sean is joined by James Clark of Kill The Lights to nerd out about the new trailers for Deadpool & Wolverine, A Quiet Place: Day One, Twisters, X-Men '97, the confirmed Fantastic Four cast & more! EARGASM Use the code METALCORENERDS to save 10% off your order. Protect your hearing while still enjoying the music you love. Support Kill The …

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Talking Amusement Parks and Accessibility with Fat Tested Travel Fandoms S3 E7 1:00:10

6M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Travel guide and Content Creator Jason Vaughn joins us to talk about amusement parks, accessibility, and what's to come! Be sure to check out Jason Vaughn at https://resources.fattestedtravel.com and @fattestedtravel on social media!By Nerd Initiative

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BRIAN BUCCELLATO (MIDLIFE, NO/ONE, JUSTICE LEAGUE VS. GODZILLA VS. KONG) - TURN A PAGE ep. 23 1:01:03

6M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Join the N.I. Bullpen as they talk with BRIAN BUCCELLATO about some of his latest projects: MIDLIFE, NO/ONE, JUSTICE LEAGUE VS. GODZILLA VS. KONG and more! Follow Brian at : https://twitter.com/brianbooch, https://www.instagram.com/brianbooch/ For more on MidLife: https://imagecomics.com/comics/series... For more on No/One: https://imagecomics.com/…

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THE END OF THE DC UNIVERSE HAS COME! (KINGDOM COME - 1996) TURN A PAGE EP. 22 1:14:36

6M ago1:14:36

1:14:36

Join the N.I. Bullpen as they break down one of the most iconic stories in all of comics: KINGDOM COME by Mark Waid & Alex Ross (DC Comics 1996) Follow Ken at: https://linktr.ee/odphpodcast Follow Tom at: https://linktr.ee/offthecufftom Follow Matt at: https://linktr.ee/hopsgeeknews Tom Jolu music: https://tomjolu.bandcamp.com/track/im... For your …

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