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9 to 5 Nerds

slycomics@gmail.com (Robert Swathwood)www.podcastgarden.com
Two friends and guests talk comics, video games, movies, and other nerd culture.
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Episodes

Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow

Apologies for the silence. It's been a rough couple of months and cabin fever is setting in big time. Robert and Katrina are mustering the motivation to get the mics up and going again full speed in the near future. Robert and Katrina talk about where their heads are at and where they have been. Mentally that is since they really can't go anywhere. Robert throws down the challenge and we will have to wait and see if they succeed.

Jul 15, 202034 min

What's in the box?

Robert and Katrina have another quarantine episode where they drill down on content they have watched in the spare time. They go over shows from Dave to Chernobyl with Adventure Time and the Parks and Rec reunion. Katrina digs a bit deep on some Adventure Time themes. They discuss the announced live action Hercules project as well as the Taika Waititi Star Wars project. Robert was a fan of Extraction while Katrina was not too impressed. Looking forward to some episodes in the future with some fa...

May 20, 20201 hr 1 min

Closing Time, Time for you to stay Home

On this episode Robert and Katrina have a rundown of all the movies they crammed in over the past couple of weeks. The discussion gets kicked off with The Ballad of Buster Scruggs and the crazy that is Don't F**k With Cats. Mr. Right was a pleasant surprise while the The King was just okay. Molly's Game was greatly enjoyed and we make some goals for future recordings. Only time will tell if we succeed.

Apr 21, 202049 min

Why Don't You Stay At Home, Oh Corona

Living under the current stay at home order, Robert and Katrina break out the Yeti mic for an episode. So we don't know if you are aware of this little thing called Tiger King, but if you haven't watched it yet (which is probably impossible) there are spoilers. Talk Overlord and Dave which recently dropped on FXX. Robert and Katrina talk a little cabin fever and just how it is going during the the stay at home order. Working on bringing you more episodes during this weird time. Stay safe!...

Apr 04, 202044 min

Before the world caught on fire

This episode was recorded before the floor dropped out and we were all told to stay home. Robert, Corey and Katrina had Brian join in to discuss the anticipated Final Fantasy 7 demo. We touch on Christian Bale being cast as a Marvel villain and try to speculate who he might play. We quickly realize that we do not know many Marvel villains that have not been portrayed. Robert asks the group what their first cd/dvd purchase was. Hope you listeners are doing well wherever you are.

Mar 31, 20201 hr 7 min

Books and Brews: Mars Attacks and Resonant

Robert, Katrina, Alan and Brian enjoy some food from Cali Comfort and some adult beverages from North Park Beer Company. We enjoyed 'Resonant" written by David Andry and colored by Harry Saxon as well as "Mars Attacks" written by Kyle Starks and art by Chris Schweizer. Make sure to put "Resonant" on your pull list at your local comic book store. Solid story with fantastic art. We can't wait to see where this story is going. We discuss how "Mars Attacks" is a fun read that presses the nostalgia b...

Mar 09, 20201 hr 34 min

Return of the Mic

Robert gets the microphones fired back up for another episode. Sickness took a toll and sidelined our productivity but we are back. Robert, Corey and Katrina have Anthony join in to get up to speed on events since our last recording. Robert makes the mistake of falling down the political hole which he was trying to avoid. Coronavirus is in the air which surprisingly does not have Robert running to his bunker. Robert and Katrina talk about the Rise of the Resistance ride as they were lucky to get...

Feb 28, 20201 hr 15 min

Rocket Fingers and Star Wars

On this episode Robert, Corey and Katrina have Alan join in this post Christmas discussion. Alan could not be happier that Christmas is over. We talk our picks for our favorite movie of the year. We fall into a rabbit hole on mental health. We talk Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker and Robert says Ben instead of Han. We close out on thoughts on finishing Mandalorian and circle back to Joker due to awards season.

Jan 18, 20201 hr 33 min

The Reluctant Dragon

Robert, Corey and Katrina have Cory join on this episode where we start off on all the newly dropped trailers. Robert brings up a crazy science story which leads to the coining of a Humanzee. We talk Disney+ and VHS TV Recording from the 90's. We discuss the best Val Kilmer movies and Robert discusses his starting God of War to trade Brian equal time in another game to be determined later. We talk Ghostbusters Afterlife trailer as well as Robert and Katrina's recent trip to Universal Studios. Ro...

Dec 16, 20191 hr 14 min

Everyone Hates Corey

Robert, Corey and Katrina start this one off on the fun subject of racism! Yay! Lacie and Emma join in on this one and we celebrate the start of Disney+. We touch briefly on the Mandalorian without giving away spoilers. Friends might be making a come back and Robert is getting ready for Designercon. We let Corey know that his thoughts on Joker were not well received. Rick and Morty start their new season and we have a confirmed new Batman. We close on some politics.

Nov 22, 20191 hr 28 min

What's the Whopper with you

Robert, Corey and Katrina have Brian join in the discussion and we kick it off with fake meat. Robert and Katrina tried the new Impossible Whopper and compared to the Original. You would be surprised. Robert and Katrina talk about their treat yo self day and the highly anticipated Disneyland trip. Star Wars land was awesome. We mostly discuss Joker and how nothing is budging that solid gold pedestal that Brian has built around Heath Ledger. Corey goes down a back alley and falls down a rabbit ho...

Nov 11, 20191 hr 11 min

Taste the Booger Flavor

After a brief personal break, Robert, Corey and Katrina have Anthony join on this installment. We talk TV shows and most get into a discussion of Last of Us while Katrina looks radio pretty, silent. Disneyland is on the mind since Robert and Katrina are anticipating an upcoming trip to the Parks. We get into the demise of Rick Grimes and Anthony tries to justify wanting a controller that he does not need.

Oct 07, 20191 hr 6 min

Never gonna let you down....

Sorry to keep you waiting on this episode. Robert, Corey and Katrina have Brian join to kick this episode off with the Padres pulling one over on the Red Socks. The movie trailer for the Breaking Bad movie dropped and we finally got a title, El Camino. The Joker is coming and some of us are excited. We talk a little about the anticipated Disney+ show The Mandalorian and what our favorite Disney songs are. We dive into concerts and who we would be willing to go see live as some of us are retired ...

Sep 22, 20191 hr 11 min

Tupperware or Twizzlers?

Robert, Corey and Katrina have Alan join them on this weeks installment. We talk one of the most important topics of all time, Candy. From the monsters that prefer Twizzlers over Red Vines even though Twizzlers are garbage to favorite candies and chocolate bars. We discuss the ugly glaring Elephant in room that is no more Spider-Man in the MCU. The Matrix 4 is a-go and if you listen closely you can hear Eric gleefully sigh out loud. While Uncharted loses a director, Breaking Bad is already done ...

Aug 28, 20191 hr 4 min

Squeeze The Cheeks

Robert, Corey and Katrina go guest-less on this installment. We talk Disney+ and their talks on the possible Obi Wan project with Ewan McGregor returning to reprise the role. Trump floats the idea of buying Greenland but is it up for sale? A lady decided to weigh-in on Robert's parenting choices and it got dicey. We talk a little Avengers Endgame since it has been released. We get into directors of TV shows and how they vary from episode to episode and some upcoming Netflix shows. We also touch ...

Aug 22, 20191 hr 13 min

Back from the Dead.... Equipment

Robert, Corey and Katrina finally get back to work. Anthony joins to discuss SDCC finally since the equipment decided to crap out during our field trip. We talk about all the Marvel changes announced during Comic Con. Robert tries to think about what there is to look forward to movie wise. We get into the new seasons coming to Netflix like Mindhunter. Robert poses a question that surprisingly has some thinking about their sheets. We talk about the viral Disney Mom who hates childless people at D...

Aug 12, 20191 hr 13 min

Death is coming for us all

Robert, Corey and Katrina talk to Brian about the up and coming Comic Con. We go over some SDCC exclusives and over all changes. We all go over the Walking Dead end and discuss the new Spider-Man movie Far From Home. Robert and Katrina experience their first D&D campaign since Parker has fallen hard for Stranger Things. We go over our first pop culture loves and long list of Lucasfilms. This episode wraps up with the Little Mermaid casting and how Brian is terrified of Death closing in. Shoc...

Jul 17, 20191 hr 21 min

Children of the Corn on the Cob

Robert, Corey and Katrina have Alan join them on this episode. Most had recently visited the Fair and we talk about all the types of foods we sampled. Parker makes a guest appearance to discuss his Burrito eating skills. Robert makes everyone play a new game and some do better than others when it comes to execution. Robert gets a present to remember. We discuss seashell wiping and a surprise Marvel assassin. On the cusp of the Far From Home release, we rank all the prior Spider-Man movies....

Jul 12, 20191 hr 14 min

Farewell Old Friend: A Walking Dead Review

Robert does his first ever solo podcast regarding The Walking Dead comic. With the sudden conclusion of The Walking Dead comic series, Robert had some intense feelings and thoughts. Here is Robert processing the last 16 years of issues.

Jul 06, 201923 min

Wizards Unite One Two Three Floor

Robert, Corey and Katrina kick this episode off with the highs and lows of having too much fun. Robert and Katrina are late to the Barry party but are enjoying the ride. Endgame gets a new release in theaters and Magic the Gathering found the way to Netflix. Wizards Unite is released and Robert is pulled back to the world of phone games. Katrina lists off lost items on Uber rides.

Jun 28, 20191 hr 9 min

Books & Brews Sharks N Space

We start the out of this world edition of Books and Brews with Valley Farms food and beer from Burning Beard. We have a fun read of Grizzly Shark by Ryan Ottley and colored by Ivan Plascencia. If you like dirty fighting boat driving Sharks, this is a comic for you. We deep dive into Outer Darkness by John Layman and Afu Chan. We get an idea of what is roaming out there in the deep void as well as personal quests colliding with orders. Which will prevail? You will have to give the comic a read to...

Jun 19, 20191 hr 20 min

What's your age again?

Robert, Corey and Katrina have Brian on to talk about the super light topic of consent. A consent condom article peaked Robert's interest while the hand challenged Katrina is left holding the bag, one handed that is. This idea leads to the ever happy discussion of consent during sex and where sensitive lines are that lead to rape. We quickly turn the discussion to the non-wedding party Bachelorette attendee that got a wee bit demanding while planning a trip to Vegas. This leads into a horribly p...

Jun 03, 20191 hr 6 min

So Long, Farewell to the Game of Thrones Series Finale

Robert, Corey and Katrina have Alan join to discuss the anticipated series end of Game of Thrones. We talk about all the things we liked and all the things most people did not like. Robert and Alan get into it over TV shows and opinions. Goodbye Game of Thrones, it was nice while it lasted.

May 26, 20191 hr 9 min

Avengers: Endgame and GOT: The Long Night AKA Battle of Winterfell

Robert, Corey and Katrina have Alan join them to discuss some pivotal entertainment experiences that drop over a matter of days from each other. Brian pipes in a little after showing up to do what he does best, eat food. We all discuss Avengers: Endgame in detail so if you have not watched it yet, come back to this episode after you do. If you have not seen Avengers yet, do yourself a favor and go. We talk Game of Thrones Season Eight Episode Three "The Long Night" which is also easily known as ...

May 04, 20191 hr 19 min

Books & Brews Easter Edition

We start this Easter Edition of Books & Brews at Werewolf for brunch. We get our fill of grub and later drink some ciders from Serpentine a local cidery. Turns out Alan actually enjoys somethings but he does hate pandas. We discuss Battle Pope by Robert Kirkman and Tony Moore. Robert thought Alan was teaching his kids about Jesus when in fact Alan was discussing the almighty Optimus Prime. Find out what makes Alan sad. Second, we talk about Jesusfreak by Joe Casey and Benjamin Marra. There i...

Apr 21, 20191 hr 46 min

Giggledicks Meets Captain Happy

Robert, Corey and Katrina have Alan join them on this Episode. We talk some Walking Dead as well as some dead celebrities. Alan still hates a lot of stuff and welcome to Giggledicks. Robert and Alan try to pitch the already existing App for finding clean public toilets. We talk some bad movies and Giggledicks meets Captain Happy.

Apr 09, 20191 hr 9 min

Redemption, Avengers and What We Do In The Shadows

Robert, Corey (look who decided to show up) and Katrina have Brian join them to talk on this episode. We talk James Gunn's return to Guardians of the Galaxy and recent trailers we have not seen. We touch on the Avenger posters drop and who suffered the snap. Baseball season is back and Robert could not be happier to be a Padres fan. We talk some Game of Thrones and how it ranks in longest battle scenes. Disney+ has some good Marvel pin offs that sound interesting and we discuss the FX What We Do...

Apr 02, 20191 hr 17 min

Oh Captain, My Captain Marvel

We start this episode with an odd beginning. Robert and Katrina get stood up by Corey who fails to show up to this weeks recording. Robert brings up his mot recent medial issue. If you want to bypass the brown details, skip ahead to 14:30. Eric joins us to breakdown Captain Marvel as we all saw it opening weekend. We touch on the Stan Lee opening credit as well as the real life cameo that brought Kevin Smith to tears. Eric wraps up the topic with his Captain Marvel theory. Robert and Katrina tal...

Mar 21, 20191 hr 1 min

Netflix'n Around

Robert, Corey and Katrina get started on a low note with some recent news regarding Alex Trebek's diagnosis and Luke Perry as well as Keith Flint's death. Netflix finally cancels the remaining Marvel shows and people think Will Smith is not dark enough to portray Richard Williams. We get going on our excitement for the return of Game of Thrones. Spielberg pushes Netflix down like a bully looking for lunch money and we talk animated movies since we all recently saw the new How to Train Your Drago...

Mar 15, 20191 hr 3 min
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