Participant Media was CJ's inspiration and has made some of the most socially relevant movies in recent memory. Listen and CJ and Jordan discuss what is special about Participant Media! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Mar 12, 2019•44 min
This weeks conversation centers around the three Oscar winning "Roma". A masterpiece that might not be for everyone. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Mar 07, 2019•52 min
Toothless and Hiccup are back and so are CJ and Jordan! The Hidden World had some not-so-hidden problems but still took you away on an adventure! Here are how CJ and Jordan feel the movie succeeded and struggled. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Mar 02, 2019•1 hr 1 min
The Academy Awards are over and there is so much to talk about!!! Jordan and CJ talk about the good and the bad of 2019's Oscars. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Feb 28, 2019•43 min
ALITA & HDD2U - SHOW NOTES Nerd Critic covers TWO WHOLE MOVIES in this episode: Alita: Battle Angel , and Happy Death Day 2U . It was very probably a mistake to tackle so much in less than an hour, but these heroic hosts’ courage knows no bounds. Are James Cameron and Robert Rodriguez an unstoppable filmmaking duo? Can the second installment in a clever genre-bender prove it deserves to exist beyond the cynical profit-mongering of the studio that greenlit it? You’ll hear the True Answers to ...
Feb 22, 2019•56 min
If you want to be FULLY prepared for the 2019 Oscars...well, you a lot worse than jump into this episode of Nerd Critic. CJ and Jordan have lots to say about the history and relevance of the Oscars, and what an Academy Award is actually worth. Join us as we geek out about some of the nominations, and whine about the movies that were passed over. If you thought Nerd Critic wasn’t going to deep dive the Oscars, you were SO WRONG. Expect the following: A discussion of the history and relevance of t...
Feb 07, 2019•55 min
Today, Nerd Critic discusses the WB/DCEU behemoth AQUAMAN. You want in-depth observations about the exquisite bro-ness of Jason Momoa? Oh, you’ll get it. You want a cogent and insightful overview of the character’s history, and how he fits into the DC comic universe? You’ll get that too. How about a manic, breathless rant about the movie’s explosive, operatic climax? Buckle up. The anatomy of Episode 32 - Aquaman: 2:20 - Some context for today’s movie 8:44 - A discussion about the folks above th...
Jan 31, 2019•47 min
Our love is UNBREAKABLE but our opinion is SPLIT on GLASS. (See what we did there?) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Jan 24, 2019•55 min
Transformers has gained new life! Jordan and CJ discuss the strength of the latest robot action flick! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Jan 18, 2019•48 min
If you’re expecting a simple top ten list, go elsewhere. We’ve got a LOT of movies to talk about from 2018, and we race through a lot of material real quick. Make sure you carb up and hydrate before jumping in. (SPOILERS BELOW!!!) # # # # # CJ’s Top Ten Green Book Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Searching A Star is Born Infinity War Mission impossible Fallout A Quiet Place A Star is Born Isle of Dogs Creed II Jordan’s Top “Ten” First Man Searching Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse American Ani...
Jan 10, 2019•56 min
One of the best movies of the year has come in the form of an animated superhero movie more unique than anyone expected. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Dec 21, 2018•51 min
Spiderman does what a spider can. John does whatever he F*$%#@% needs to. Jordan and CJ talk about Spiderman in anticipation of Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse and Die Hard because Christmas is around the corner! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Dec 14, 2018•52 min
'Tis the season to talk about Christmas movies with CJ and Jordan. More than a must-watch list, the nerd and the critic consider the modern day Christmas movie and what's potentially wrong with it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Dec 06, 2018•45 min
Two sequels. Two hosts. Two opinions. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Nov 29, 2018•54 min
The Wizarding World has been expanded even further! In this episode CJ and Jordan talk about what works and what doesn't in our latest trip to Hogwarts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Nov 26, 2018•56 min
We lost a pop culture icon and a creator of the Marvel Universe we love so much. CJ and Jordan honor his name by talking about the legacy Stan Lee left behind. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Nov 16, 2018•41 min
Jordan and CJ discuss the brilliance of Queen and the impact of the new Freddie Mercury bio film - Bohemian Rhapsody This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Nov 13, 2018•43 min
Happy Halloween! Michael Myers is back and so are we! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Oct 31, 2018•42 min
Jordan and CJ discuss the remake of a remake of a remake - A Star Is Born staring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Oct 29, 2018•54 min
The La La Land director is back! CJ and Jordan talk about the potentially Oscar winning First Man This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Oct 19, 2018•30 min
A guest host joins Jordan to discuss the latest monster thriller Predator. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Oct 07, 2018•53 min
Jordan and CJ gave each other assignments last week. Now is when they discuss what they have watched. Not everyone was happy with their experience. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Sep 30, 2018•59 min
In the week of Batman Day we have decided to discuss DC! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Sep 10, 2018•1 hr
Entertaining, romantic, and important. In this episode, CJ and Jordan discuss what Crazy Rich Asians did well and why it's important. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Aug 22, 2018•58 min
A superhero movie and a social relevant conversation piece. In this episode CJ and Jordan talk about some of the lessons learned from the big box office hit. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Aug 20, 2018•50 min
A smaller movie that deserves larger attention. We discuss the brilliance of American Animals and the potential destruction of MoviePass. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Aug 08, 2018•54 min
Ethan Hunt never disappoints and his latest adventure is no exception. In this episode CJ and Jordan talk about MI6. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Aug 02, 2018•58 min
Jordan and CJ go through their personal top ten favorite movies with a brief explanation as to why. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Jul 23, 2018•1 hr 1 min
Another episode we recording several weeks ago, but here it is! We discuss the brilliance of the best picture nominated drama! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Jul 02, 2018•44 min
We recorded this several weeks ago and didnt post this... for no reason. But better late than never! Here you go! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdcritic.substack.com
Jun 30, 2018•37 min