Best Blurred Nerds Podcasts (2024)

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Blackmagic are at it again! Ursa Cine and Pyxis 6K - Episode 17 45:18

3M ago45:18

45:18

We're back! After a hiatus, we're diving into some post-NAB 2024 analysis. This episode dissects Blackmagic Design's exciting camera announcements: the Pyxis 6K and the Ursa Cine 12K. Is the Pyxis 6K the Blackmagic Camera we've all been waiting for? Tune in as Mark and Anderson geek out over everything Blackmagic!Happy Listening. You can follow the…

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It’s all about Kinefinity! - Episode 16 54:27

10M ago54:27

54:27

After a short break, Anderson and Mark are back to discuss what they've been up to in the world of cinematography. This week, they're talking about their recent experience testing the brand new Kinefinity Mavo LF Mark 2 camera. They share their thoughts on the camera's performance, features, and overall value in the market. They also discuss the ch…

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Do Real Editors use Avid? - Episode 15 47:37

11M ago47:37

47:37

This week, Mark and Anderson talk with editor Lili Blot about filmmaking, working in the industry, managing clients, and whether it's okay to fix a film in post? This is one episode not to miss. Happy listening! You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://www.instagram.com/that_camera_ne…

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What’s a movie without music - Episode 14 46:09

11M ago46:09

46:09

This week, Anderson and Mark talk with composer Michael Tedstone about working with music in film, its importance, and what advice we have for filmmakers when making decisions about music for their projects. After all, music makes the darn movie. You can hear more of Michael’s work on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/7dI4ET5LoYuKWWyHM109ST?s…

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We’re actually video game nerds - Episode 13 45:49

11M ago45:49

45:49

This week, Mark and Anderson talk about their love of video games and how they have evolved. They discuss how video games have inspired their stories and how games have transformed into cinematic artforms in their own right. Happy Listening. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://ww…

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Why do we make short films? - Episode 12 46:38

12M ago46:38

46:38

This week, Anderson and Mark talk about the art of making short films. They discuss why they make them, what they most enjoy about the process, why every director should consider making one, and offer advice for aspiring filmmakers. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://www.instagr…

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Is Film school worth it? - Episode 11 46:01

12M ago46:01

46:01

This week, Mark and Anderson discuss whether film school is still relevant today. Mark shares a little bit about his time at London Film School. He talks about why he went, the projects he worked on, and what he felt the main benefit was. And they both talk about what they would do if they had to do it all over again. Happy Listening. You can follo…

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Taking a visit to ProAV - Episode 010 46:27

1y ago46:27

46:27

This week, Anderson and Mark talk with Carl Yates, Head of Technical Marketing at PRO AV. They discuss a reseller's perspective on film industry trends and get his advice for filmmakers looking to invest or upgrade their kit. And they also learn a thing or two about camera reviews from the expert himself. Happy Listening. You can follow them on the…

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Some sound advice for Filmmakers - Episode 009 50:25

1y ago50:25

50:25

We have our first guest! This week, Mark and Anderson chat with location sound recordist and sound designer Kyle Martyn-Clark about his perspective as a sound recordist in the film industry. They discuss what he has learned along the way, what equipment has helped him, and what advice he would have for filmmakers who are just starting out. Happy li…

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Episode 008 - Film vs Digital 48:14

1y ago48:14

48:14

This week, Mark and Anderson debate about shooting on film vs. shooting on digital cameras. Will the feeling of nostalgia win out over filming with 1s and 0s? Find out in this week's episode. Happy Listening. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://www.instagram.com/that_camera_nerd/…

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Episode 007 - Shooting on Film 37:28

1y ago37:28

37:28

This week, Mark and Anderson talk about shooting on film and they reminisce about the nostalgic sound of a film reel, cleaning the gate, and hoping they didn't accidentally expose a whole can of film. And at somepoint discuss the pros and cons of shooting the old fashion way. Happy Listening. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagra…

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Episode 006 - The Final Showdown! Super 35mm vs Full Frame 40:51

1y ago40:51

40:51

Anderson and Mark, the dynamic duo of camera geekery, are back to settle the score once and for all: does sensor size matter? In this week's episode, they'll compare and contrast Super 35mm and full-frame digital cameras and discuss the pros and cons of each. They'll also share their personal experiences shooting with both types of cameras and help…

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Episode 005 - Fix it in Post 38:42

1y ago38:42

38:42

Mark (Help I'm a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly chat. This week, they're discussing all things editing, from their early days using Final Cut Pro to the latest AI editing tools. They'll be sharing their insights on how the industry has changed over the years, and what the future holds for video editing You can follow t…

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Episode 004 - Ohhh, shiny new Camera? Should I Buy it or Rent it? 37:31

1y ago37:31

37:31

Mark (Help I'm a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly chat. In this episode, they discuss buying and renting equipment and which option has helped them the most in their careers so far. You can follow them on the following Platforms. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/films_by_aw/ https://www.instagram.com/that_camera_nerd…

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Episode 003 - Hello, Red, my old friend! 37:10

1y ago37:10

37:10

Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) and Anderson (Films_by_AW) are back for another weekly catch-up about filmmaking. This week, Mark talks about his experience with Red, and why, after selling his Scarlet in 2015, he decided to jump back in the Red ecosystem with a Komodo in 2023. Happy Listening. You can watch this week’s episode on this link: https://www.you…

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Episode 002 - There’s no way it’s this good; it must be Blackmagic (Design). 51:08

1y ago51:08

51:08

Anderson (Films by AW) and Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) continue their heart-to-heart career retrospect and deep dive into their discovery of Blackmagic Design, a company dedicated to making high-quality cameras and software for filmmakers as cheaply as possible. But enough of the press release, join us as we discuss how we use and why we love Blackmagic…

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Episode 001 - The Beginning of a Beautiful Podcast. 1:33:26

1y ago1:33:26

1:33:26

Anderson (Films by AW) and Mark (Help I’m a Nerd) chew the fat as they discuss how they got into film and the film technology journey that shaped the beginning of their careers. In this heart-to-heart career retrospect, they give their insights as they look at the past and future of the film industry and the technology that helped them make their w…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 267 1:00:37

1+ y ago1:00:37

1:00:37

Can Black Adam provide the much needed palate cleanser to the DCEU or is a mid credit scene the best part of the flick? Harrison Ford joins the MCU. Andor continues to prove that Star Wars can tell stories for adults. After the break: Love is Blind kicks off season 3 but has it worn out its welcome? Halloween Ends dumbs down and The Patient shows s…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 266 51:45

2y ago51:45

51:45

MCU Movie & TV news with Deadpool 3 announced, Armor Wars changes and Were By Night has us mighty intriqued. Andor is so far living up to what we loved about Rogue One. After the break, Interview With A Vampire actually has bite and the Rings of Power finally gives us some action. Plus, has Quantum Leap's continuation grabbed our attention and how …

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 265 59:04

2y ago59:04

59:04

First up, it's time for Lil' Bit's annual Dragon Con recap. What was new this year for her and has her age finally caught up to her body? Can a Mai Tai be too good? In the second half of the show, we discuss some of the more interesting announcements coming out of the D23 Expo. Proud member of the ESO Network - www.esonetwork.com - check out all th…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 264 57:00

2y ago57:00

57:00

The drama both behind the scenes and in front of the world continues to drag on over at DC/WB/HBOMax with no end in sight for the moment. Peacock makes some moves, cancellations and renewals trickle out from other streamers and movie releases begin to shuffle. That and more on episode 264. Proud member of the ESO Network - www.esonetwork.com - chec…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 263 54:51

2y ago54:51

54:51

We're back from our technical difficulties! Let's dive in to the mess brewing over at Warner Brothers and the kerfuffle they've created with their DC properties and HBO Max in general. In the second half of the show, we discuss the plethora of damn near perfect genre offerings as of late such as Prey on Hulu, The Sandman on Netflix and more coming …

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 262 1:00:43

2y ago1:00:43

1:00:43

This week The Geekfather is joined by longtime friend of the show, Courtney "Deadlift" Goodrum. As a lifelong wrestling fan, Deadlift is the perfect person to discuss the recent news surrounding Vince McMahon in the first half of the show. After the break, Marvel once again brought the thunder to SDCC. Let's look ahead to Phase 5 and beyond of the …

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The Blurred Nerds Podcast 261 46:28

2y ago46:28

46:28

Spoilers in the first half of the show as we discuss Thor Love & Thunder. In the second half of the show: Let's catch up on TV! Strange New Worlds continues to woo us and the summer season finales hit. Proud member of the ESO Network - www.esonetwork.com - check out all the network shows at https://esonetwork.com/podcasts/ Don't forget to visit our…

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The Blurred Nerds Podcast 260 57:44

2y ago57:44

57:44

Up first, we discuss the Obi-Wan Kinobi finale and thoughts of the series as a whole story. Where do we want to see the Star Wars Universe go next? In the second half, suddenly we're in a world of TV riches with a plethora of genre television to keep up with! Herogasm! Umbrella Academy, Westworld and so much more! Proud member of the ESO Network - …

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The Blurred Nerds Podcast 259 56:02

2y ago56:02

56:02

The GeekFather watches movies so you don't have to! This time around he lets us know whether Jurassic World Dominion is worth full price admission, matinee worthy or a watch it at home flick. And another genre show bites the dust after 2 seasons - did Raised By Wolves satisfy anyone besides the critics? In the second half of the show: Review bombin…

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The Blurred Nerds Podcast 258 1:01:02

2y ago1:01:02

1:01:02

We're pleased to be joined by professional costume designer and wardrobe stylist, Laura Evans. Working in the industry since 2011, Laura walks us a bit through her experiences in commercials, feature & short films and live performances as well as a visit to the 2022 Academy Awards. Laura also chats with us about some of her early inspirations rangi…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 257 1:01:49

2y ago1:01:49

1:01:49

Up first this episode: This past week saw the annual culling of TV shows commence. The network carnage seemed to take a larger toll this time however due to a mixture of pandemic related filming & cost issues as well as a continuing change in the way advertisers spend their dollars and companies increasingly create their own dedicated streaming pla…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 256 52:55

2y ago52:55

52:55

This week we kick things off discussing the latest in streaming & linear TV news. Netflix suffers losses and spreads their disappointment around with cancellations and layoffs. Cancellations also hit the DC TV universe. In the second half, we discuss one of HBO Max's latest series, Winning Time, as well as some of the backlash and controversy it ha…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 255 59:15

2+ y ago59:15

59:15

An old friend stops by this episode and he's all grown up! We catch up with Skinner and learn about his new production company as well as how far his charity organization, Beard Vs Beans, has come. www.skinnerproductions.com www.beardvsbeans.com Proud member of the ESO Network - www.esonetwork.com - check out all the network shows at https://esonet…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 254 54:34

2+ y ago54:34

54:34

A bit of mall nostalgia kicks off this episode before we delve into the topic that has been inescapable across the internet this past week - The Oscars. In the second half, we chat a bit about new tv shows & movies as well as some surprising celebrity news. That and more on our latest episode! Proud member of the ESO Network - www.esonetwork.com - …

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 253 59:21

2+ y ago59:21

59:21

Up first this episode, we catch up on a bit of nerd news as well as discuss a few shows we've binged lately. How is the new Captain Kirk gonna work in Strange New Worlds? Is Mrs. Maisel still marvelous? And did Upload season 2 keep us connected? In the second half, Minx has our attention! Did we need the latest Darth Maul news? And Lil' Bit has an …

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 252 58:43

2+ y ago58:43

58:43

Up first this episode, we venture into part 2 of our Adulting series - discussing some of the things that annoy us such as mysterious ailments, solicitors and paperwork. SO MUCH PAPERWORK. After the break, the Geekfather gives a mostly spoiler free review of The Batman. Then we delve into the show we can't stop watching - Love Is Blind. Proud membe…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 251 53:53

2+ y ago53:53

53:53

In the first half of the show: Hulu announced that is bringing back Futurama, but for right now - it will be without John DiMaggio as Bender. We discuss some of the current issues surrounding voice actors today and how leaving out John might affect Futurama. Also, how bout that Peacemaker finale? In the second half: Time to delve into our thoughts …

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 250 52:09

2+ y ago52:09

52:09

Geek Adulting: What's that? Adulting as a geek can take many forms, what does yours look like? We chat about what know and what we don't as middle aged geeks trying to make our way through the grown up world. Nerd News Tidbits: Some renewals, so show recommendations of what's in our current queues. All that and much more Proud member of the ESO Net…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 249 1:06:23

2+ y ago1:06:23

1:06:23

Did We Need This: Starting us off this episode, we catch up on some recent nerd news. Microsoft announces they are buying Activision Blizzard, Paramount+ gives us many renewals and Disney drops the Moon Knight trailer. A new segment this episode: AYTA? We discuss some of the more geek related quandaries found on Reddit's AITA board. All that and mu…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 248 1:12:03

2+ y ago1:12:03

1:12:03

A look at Geek Dating apps: The GeekFather has taken the plunge into genre specific dating apps. The journey has just begun, but he gives us some initial thoughts on platforms LFGdating and Kippo - expect updates to come in the future. We also begin our look back at 2021 with our two most disappointing TV shows of the year. From the worst to the be…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 247 58:08

2+ y ago58:08

58:08

An exciting return to sold out movies: Spider-Man: No Way Home has accomplished what other movies haven't been able to over the pandemic - sell out multiple showings and bring packed movie-going experiences back to the masses. Both Lil' Bit & The Geekfather share some spoiler filled thoughts on the movie, the joy of seeing in with rooms packed full…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 246 55:08

2+ y ago55:08

55:08

Disappointed: What do Invasion and Encounter have in common? Aliens! And what do both of them lack? ALIENS. We discuss our frustrations and disappointment with both of these to start off the episode. Then we jump into our biweekly recap of genre shows and recent news in the nerd world of entertainment. In the second half of the show, Sad news recen…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 245 55:19

2+ y ago55:19

55:19

Is there such a thing as too much dessert?: Day recap where we discuss the age old question of how much food is just too much. 🤣 Also, now that holiday breaks have hit, we have time to catchup on a few of the new shows and movies that released on streaming services the past week. Thankfully (ba-dum-dum) everything we have watched recently has shown…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 244 1:02:04

2+ y ago1:02:04

1:02:04

Movie reviews from the theater and streaming: Don't listen to the critics or aggregator scores folks! Go see a movie for yourself before reading reviews or checking the ratings from people who are paid to find flaws - you just might enjoy it without the external influences. You guessed it - we're discussing Eternals. As per usual, spoilers this epi…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 243 57:11

2+ y ago57:11

57:11

He who controls the Spice, controls the Universe: Dune Part 1 is finally here! We chat about our impressions of the film and try to be as spoiler free as possible. Suffice to say, we loved it. The epic scale, the score, surprising performances - this movie ticked off many of the boxes we look for when venturing out to theater instead of saving a fl…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 242 1:01:09

3y ago1:01:09

1:01:09

G4 goes linear and the Guardians find their Warlock: Big new from G4 - they'll be returning to linear TV on November. That means more Attack of The Show, Ninja Warrior and new programs will soon be here! James Gunn has confirmed it - we'll be seeing Adam Warlock in Guardians of the Galaxy 3. Plus we chat about recent shows and movies we have enjoye…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 241 53:35

3y ago53:35

53:35

New shows, an old favorite returns and a possible strike looms: Fall means we are finally getting some new premieres. Foundation has arrived on Apple TV, the Great British Bake Off returns for more and just in time for the spooky season, Mike Flannagan brings Midnight Mass to the masses. Surprising many Doctor Who fans, it was announced this week t…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 240 58:17

3y ago58:17

58:17

On this episode of the Blurred Nerds: Dragon Con 2021 recap Lil' Bit is returns from Dragon Con and offers some thoughts on the show. After a two year break, was it everything she hoped it would be? Changes were plenty for this year's event and while some things felt the same, others were noticeably different. We chat about the good, somewhat bad a…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 239 1:06:05

3y ago1:06:05

1:06:05

Show renewals, challenge bans and empty gestures: Good news for karate fans and army of witches stans. Netflix renewed Cobra Kai for season 5 before season 4 even premieres so hopefully than means they are seeing some great things in the episodes yet to come Also, Freeform gave a third and final season renewal to Motherland: Fort Salem. Thank goodn…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 238 50:32

3y ago50:32

50:32

First up this episode, we chat about James Gunn's take on Suicide Squad. There was comedy, gore, good performances and most importantly heart - all the things we look for in a Gunn production. How else would we have gotten a cute kitty in a Polka Man Suit? Then we move on to some recent celebrity allegations and wonder where our bias clouds our jud…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 237 54:40

3y ago54:40

54:40

We start of this episode with some good news for Sweet Tooth fans. Get ready to see constant Doctor Who casting speculations for the next year after this week's BBC announcement. The gaming industry shows its ugly side once again with Activision Blizzard's behind the scenes gross business practices catching the attention of the public eye. And in l…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 236 57:41

3y ago57:41

57:41

This episode we gush about the fantastic array of 2021 Emmy nominees coming from science fiction, fantasy, comic book and geeky genres. In the second half of the show we hit SPOILERS - discussing the finale of Loki, Black Widow and what we can expect or be surprised with in phase 4 of the MCU. Oh, and The GeekFather says skip Space Jam 2 if you are…

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The Blurred Nerds Episode 235 59:01

3y ago59:01

59:01

In episode 235, we catch up on the latest nerd news that caught our attention: Disney drops a ship's name The Rogue Squadron movie gets an update Good Omens will return Noah Hawley tells us more about the Aliens TV show The Geekfather saw Fast & Furious part 9 and we realize we kind of like "bad" movies. In the second half, some celebrities get off…

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