Come join these old Nerds as they discuss all things nerd, geek, and pop culture. We have debates as well as interviewing celebrities, and industry leaders including comic shop owners, convention organizers, film makers and cosplayers to name a few.
Season 3 Episode 33 “Summer Movies 2023” Today we talk about some awesome show news, and we opine on this summer’s anticipated and dreaded films. Grab your popcorn, let’s go to the movies. Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 32 “Rambling on and Vintage vs Modern Collecting” Today we really had no idea what we would talk about, so we just hit record. The episode evolved into a discussion about collecting vintage vs modern vs everything. What say you? What do you collect? Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
While Chad was playing Star Wars Legion Wes had control of the board and this is some of the craziness that happened. Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 31 Rocky Top Game Con Coverage 2023 In this week's episode we cover Rocky Top Game Con 2023. We talked with some great artists and authors. Chad play’s Star Wars Legion and Wes fends for himself (not really Mark and Cortland help) All this and much more. https://www.rockytopgamecon.com/ https://www.etsy.com/market/lazy_dog_studio https://michaelhaspil.apocprod.com/projects/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Patricia-Gilliam/author/B00358K3WO?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDra...
Season 3 Episode 30 How Technology has changed Nerdydom. Today we reminisce about how as GenX we had an analogue childhood and a digital adulthood. We talk about what we think are the greatest technological advancements that help nerds today. Can you imagine not having the internet? Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 29 “Free Comic Book Day 2023 at Nirvana Comics Knoxville” Today we present our coverage of Free Comic Book Day 2023. As you can hear from the background Nirvana Comics Knoxville was packed. Be sure to put Free Comic Book Day on your calendar for next year. https://www.nirvanacomicsknoxville.com/ Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/stream...
Season 3 Episode 28 “RPG Alternatives to D&D with Mark from Tolgard Games” Today we talk with Mark the owner of Tolgard Games about several options for roll playing games other than D&D. We all love D&D but what if you wanted to adventure in modern times? Or an apocalyptic world as yourself? We have the answers today on the show. https://www.tolgardgames.com/ Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Fac...
Season 3 Episode 27 “Star Wars Celebration Experience with Cortland” Today our good friend Cortland Wagner comes by to tell us all about his experiences in London for this year’s Star Wars Celebration. We also start a contest for a really awesome prize. Take a listen to find out how to win. Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 26 “Would you Rather and other musing” Today the old Nerds play a little scenario game of would you rather. Put in a life or death situation which of two characters/teams would you pick to help you save the day? Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 25 “New Nerd Movie talk around”. Today we talk about the newest of nerd movies and rumors we have heard about some in development. We talk about the most recent Mando episode as well and Chad gives a little review of this year’s WrestleMania. Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 24 “Mandalorian Season 3 our predictions so far” The guys discuss how they think Mandalorian Season 3 is going and where we predict this season will take us. CAUTION SPOILERS AHEAD!!! This is the way. Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 23 “80's Cartoon Sidekicks” Today we talk about the best decade in cartoons the 1980’s. In particular the beloved sidekicks of these awesome cartoons. Who really was the sidekick and who was the leader? Plus we have a bit of a SPOILER discussion at the end of the episode about The Mandalorian Season 3. Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973...
Season 3 Episode 22 “Our favorite toy playsets of the 1980’s” Today we talk about the beloved lost age of action figure playsets. The ones we had and the ones we wish we had. The popular ones and some obscure ones. Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 21 “Ramble, Ramble, Gamble, and Ramble” Today we just ramble on about all kinds of things. Chad talks about the butt whipping he took at a Star Wars Legion tournament and how casinos are sad. Wes talks about all the exciting new cons coming this year. More and more ramble ramble ramble on this episode of NOMP. Today’s episode was sponsored by: Smoky Mountain Collector’s Showcase (March 4, 2023 Pigeon Forge, TN) https://www.facebook.com/smokymtncollectorsshowcase/ Send us a text ...
Season 3 Episode 20 “Introduction to Anime with Grace P2” Today we talk to our friend Grace Pilo-Pais who’s students call P2. Grace is a big fan of Anime and she and her husband watch tons of it. She introduces us to the world of Anime and gives us a solid introduction to the genre. Grace’s viewing list: > Eighty-six: 86 > Re:Zero > Steins;Gate > Fullmetal Alchemist > Rokka: Brave of the Six Flowers > Snow White with the Red Hair > Code Geass > Heroic Legend of Arslan >...
Season 3 Episode 19 "Nirvana Comics Knoxville with Grant and Jazz the Real Boss". We return to Nirvana Comics in Knoxville Tennessee to talk to the two of the co-owners. Married couple Grant and Jasmine Mitchell. They tell us what it’s like to run a comic shop as a married couple. How their love of nerd stuff is a couple’s bonding experience. Jasmine talks about what it is like to navigate a formerly male hobby as a female. Enjoy the laughs from one of the friendliest comics shops around. As the...
Season 3 Episode 18 “Ranking the MCU with Cortland” Today we invite Cortland our buddy from Tolgard Games to come in and discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe and rank his favorite films. Wes joins in with a ranking of his own. This is a fun lively discussion about the hit film franchise. Today’s episode was sponsored by: Smoky Mountain Collector’s Showcase (March 4, 2023 Pigeon Forge, TN) https://www.facebook.com/smokymtncollectorsshowcase/ Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old ...
Season 3 Episode 17 “Wargaming with STABcast's Ryan Sliwoski” Today we talk with one of the men behind the hit Star Wars Legion podcasts, STABcast, Ryan Sliwoski. He talks about building gaming communities, traveling the country to compete, and building his podcast brand. Ryan gives great advice for stores and groups that want to start a gaming community and advice for folks that want to get into gaming. You can find STABcast everywhere you listen to us. Go subscribe and learn about Star Wars Le...
Season 3 Episode 16 “Masterclass in Comics with McKay Part 5 Silver Age (2)” Today we return to our educational series with McKay on all things comics. Today McKay dives into the part 2 of Silver Age focusing this time on the evolution of Marvel. Today’s episode was sponsored by: Smoky Mountain Collector’s Showcase (March 4, 2023 Pigeon Forge, TN) https://www.facebook.com/smokymtncollectorsshowcase/ Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show Th...
Season 3 Episode 15 “Update to WOTC OGL and D&D ramble ramble” Today we let Wes do more research on the fall out from WOTC’s attempt to grab more money from D&D 3rd party creators. This is a very interesting bit of news in the gaming industry. Will D&D survive? Stay tuned form you own opinion and reach out to Wizard’s of The Coast with your thoughts. Today’s episode was sponsored by: Smoky Mountain Collector’s Showcase (March 4, 2023 Pigeon Forge, TN) https://www.facebook.com/smokymt...
Season 3 Episode 14 "Is WOTC killing D&D with the new Open Gaming License?" Today we talk about the controversy over the new open gaming license from Wizards of the Coast and how we worry what that will do to our beloved D&D. We also catch up with Steven Vallee about Rocky Top Game Con 2023. Rock Top Game Con: http://rockytopgamecon.com/ Today’s episode was sponsored by: Smoky Mountain Collector’s Showcase (March 4, 2023 Pigeon Forge, TN) https://www.facebook.com/smokymtncollectorsshowca...
Season 3 Episode 13 “Prometheus In Chains” by Rich Davis. Today we talk to our friend and comic phenom Rich Davis about his next exciting horror comic. Prometheus In Chains is set in a post WW2 East Tennessee after the creation of the atomic bomb. This is Rich’s adaptation of the Frankenstein story. Rich faces his own tragedies to bring you a story of love and loss. Creation and destruction. Rich gets personal with us about the loss of his wife and how she continues to inspire him. We are proud ...
Season 3 Episode 12 The DC movie ewwwwwwniverse. With the departure of Henry Cavill from DC and his role as Superman we discuss the problems with the modern DC movies. We also dabble in our fears for what could happen to the MCU. From a cash first mentality to pushing agendas we talk about what could be the downfall of superhero movies. *For advertising inquiries contact us via our Facebook page. * Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The...
Season 3 Episode 11 “Memories of Christmas toys and other ramblings” Today we venture back in time to talk about our memories of Christmas toys. We discuss the toys that we will always remember and those that got away. Today’s Episode is sponsored by: Rollin’ Low Industries http://rollinlowindustries.com/ Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyoldmenpodcast2973/streams...
Season 3 Episode 10 “Actor Kevin Porter and portraying superheroes & Zaps Chips” Today we have a great interview with Actor Kevin Porter. Known for his roles in Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Daredevil, and many online fan films. Kevin talks to us about how his love of portraying superheroes has brought him success in acting as well as a career that he loves. He gives us tips on how to be a better cosplayer and acting in general. Wes fangirls and we have lots of laughs. https://www.imdb.c...
Season 3 Episode 9 “Legends Myths Monsters and Ghosts with George Lunsford” Today we talk with author George Lunsford about his new book. A collection of legends and stories from all over the United States. He describes these stories as those that the elder members of your family would pass on to you. He collected these stories through years of research and one on one interviews. You can find his new book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/3rJrNgd Today’s Episode is sponsored by: Rollin’ Low Industries h...
Season 3 Episode 8 “Worthy Chaos Chronicles Redemption a new horror comic” Today’s episode we talk with the creator of the awesome new horror comics Redemption , Corissa Grant. She tells us about this dark story of love, family betrayal, demons, and angles. This story has an amazing feel and depth of story. The artwork is something to behold. The author has overcome a struggle with dyslexia to deliver her passion to the audience. Be sure to check out her work on all the social media locations an...
Season 3 Episode 7 “Ramble and Painting Minis” We were due for a ramble ramble ramble episode so here it is. It evolves into a discussion on painting miniatures. Which is a big-time hobby for Chad and Wes. Take a listen as we go down a rabbit hole. Today’s Episode is sponsored by: Rollin’ Low Industries http://rollinlowindustries.com/ Send us a text Grab our swag and merch: The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Teespring Support the show The Nerdy Old Men Podcast | Facebook https://www.youtube.com/@nerdyo...
Season 3 Episode 6 “David Della Rocco, Boondock Saints, Football, and a Connecticut man in Dixieland” This week’s episode is huge for Chad & Wes with their love of The Boondock Saints . We have the pleasure of talking with actor David Della Rocco famous for his role of Rocco in The Boondock Saints and many other awesome films. We discuss football, acting, and pizza. What an amazing interview with a great guy. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0217386/ Today’s Episode is sponsored by: Rollin’ Low I...
Season 3 Episode 5 “Smoky Mtn Geek Expo 2022 with Tolgard Games” Today we spent the day with the men from Tolgard Games at Smoky Mtn Geek Expo 2022. This was our fist out of state podcast recording. As the guests of Tolgard Games we had the pleasure of hanging out with Mark and Cortland. This con was filled with some awesome hand made geek wares along with some vintage toys, games and great art pieces. Tons of cosplayers were in attendance. Also, in this episode Cortland pushes Wes’s buttons and...
