So here is the thing, COVID-19 has screwed up the entirety of the movie industry. We only had 3-4 stories to report on and they were almost all COVID-19 film and tv related delays. So instead of canceling the episode (which would have been 12 mins long!), we decided to call an audible and do something else. So, we recorded a free episode of "We Watch Trash" on a terrible movie. The idea here is that we live watch a movie and give commentary on it and you can watch the film on your own and listen...
Mar 13, 2020•2 hr 42 min•Ep 154•Transcript available on Metacast Two teenage elf brothers, Ian and Barley Lightfoot (Tom Holland and Chris Pratt) go on a journey to discover if there is still a little magic left out there in order to spend one last day with their father, who died when they were too young to remember him.
Mar 07, 2020•7 min•Ep 170•Transcript available on Metacast Ash and his friends try to thwart Mewtwo's evil plan to destroy the world. This is a CGI remake of the original Pokemon: The First Movie.
Mar 07, 2020•9 min•Ep 169•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return with guest Carrie (with a very special announcement) to talk about Drive to Survive Season 2, My Hero Academia - Heroes Rising, automated jet dogfighting, Pornhub NOT doing porn, Mark Ruffalo appearing in She-Hulk, live-action "Last of Us" heading to HBO, Coronavirus effects on films specifically and the industry-wide, Blumhouse may take a stab at doing Frankenstein, and much more! CHECKED OUT Formula 1: Drive to Survive - Season 2 Onward, ...
Mar 06, 2020•2 hr 48 min•Ep 153•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss "Love is Blind," Hunters, revealed runtime of longest James Bond film, a new Silence of the Lambs spinoff tv series, Steven Spielberg not directing Indy 5, Kevin Feige almost quitting Disney, Bob Iger stepping down as Disney CEO abruptly, new trailer for the "Candyman" sequel, and much more! CHECKED OUT Hunters Jojo Rabbit Gentefied Pete Davidson: Alive from New York Invisible Man Love is Blind LIGHTNING ROUND Creed 3 is official...
Feb 28, 2020•2 hr 45 min•Ep 152•Transcript available on Metacast Trapped in a violent, controlling relationship with a wealthy and brilliant scientist (Oliver Jackson-Cohen), Cecilia Kass (Elisabeth Moss) escapes in the dead of night and disappears into hiding, aided by her sister (Harriet Dyer), their childhood friend (Aldis Hodge) and his teenage daughter (Storm Reid). But when Cecilia’s abusive ex commits suicide and leaves her a generous portion of his vast fortune, Cecilia suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of eerie coincidences turn lethal, thre...
Feb 28, 2020•10 min•Ep 168•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss Netflix's "Giri/Haji" series, the science of bullying, is nuclear power worth it, live-action Mulan gets a PG-13 rating, "The Hunt" is coming to theaters after all, "Uncharted" adaptation begins shooting in a month, "Borderlands" movie is now officially in the works, and much more! CHECKED OUT Giri/Haji SCIENCE & TECH NEWS A note about Bullies Fukushima - 8 Years Later LIGHTNING ROUND “Mulan” live-action adaptation gets a PG-...
Feb 21, 2020•2 hr 40 min•Ep 151•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss "Mythic Quest: Ravens Banquet" on Apple TV, another Disney+ Star Wars prequel series, a Masters of the Universe reboot finally happening, a "Parasite" TV series, first look at the batsuit from Matt Reeves upcoming Batman movie, Birds of Prey's bombing at the box office and why, Oscar winners, and much more! CHECKED OUT The Photograph Sonic The Hedgehog Mythic Quest: Ravens Banquet LIGHTNING ROUND Daisy Ridley and Tom Holland’s “C...
Feb 14, 2020•2 hr 4 min•Ep 150•Transcript available on Metacast When famed photographer Christina Eames dies unexpectedly, she leaves her estranged daughter, Mae, hurt, angry and full of questions. When Mae finds a photograph tucked away in a safe-deposit box, she soon finds herself delving into her mother's early life -- an investigation that leads to an unexpected romance with a rising journalist.
Feb 14, 2020•6 min•Ep 167•Transcript available on Metacast Sonic (Ben Schwartz), a blue anthropomorphic hedgehog from another world, comes to Earth to escape malevolent forces that seek to harness his power of super-speed. After accidentally causing a massive power outage while hiding out in the town of Green Hills, Montana, Sonic is targeted by the government who then hire the tyrannical roboticist Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey) to hunt him down. Meanwhile, ex-SFPD officer-turned-Green Hills sheriff Tom Wachowski (James Marsden) meets Sonic and decides to h...
Feb 14, 2020•9 min•Ep 166•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss printing skin for burn victims, possible Mandalorian spin-offs, Fast and Furious 10 maybe a two-parter, Hamilton coming to Disney+, Sam Raimi directing Dr. Strange sequel, HBO Max working on original films, AppleTV+ actual paid subscribers, Spiral, Fast 9, and much more! CHECKED OUT Birds of Prey Bumblebee Marriage Story Parasite Bad Boys Three Life SCIENCE & TECH NEWS Print new skin onto your wounds LIGHTNING ROUND Bob Iger ...
Feb 07, 2020•2 hr 17 min•Ep 149•Transcript available on Metacast After splitting with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins superheroes Black Canary, Huntress and Renee Montoya to save a young girl from an evil crime lord.
Feb 07, 2020•9 min•Ep 165•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss new Transformers movies in the works, a better version of the Venom story, Priyanka Chopra joining The Matrix 4, another attempt at The Crow, no reshoots on "The New Mutants," Lethal Weapon 5, MoviePass parent company files for bankruptcy, and much more. CHECKED OUT Upgrade BookSmart Rhythm Section LIGHTNING ROUND Two new Transformers movies in development Priyanka Chopra in final talks to join The Matrix 4 One-Piece live-action ...
Jan 31, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep 148•Transcript available on Metacast Stephanie Patrick is a woman who seeks to uncover the truth behind a plane crash that killed her family three years earlier. Patrick was also meant to be on the flight. After she discovers that the crash was not accidental, she embarks on a mission to track down those responsible by assuming the identity of an assassin.
Jan 31, 2020•8 min•Ep 164•Transcript available on Metacast Mickey Pearson is an American expatriate who became rich by building a marijuana empire in London. When word gets out that he's looking to cash out of the business, it soon triggers an array of plots and schemes from those who want his fortune.
Jan 24, 2020•8 min•Ep 163•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss Amazon's next book series adaptation on the horizon, more graphic novel adaptations for HBO Max, a rumor of Michelle Yeoh joining the MCU (again), Oscar Isaac to lead "The Great Machine," Bad Boys 4 is now in the works, full cast of MODOK cartoon revealed, Patrick Stewart met with Kevin Feige about the MCU, Captain Marvel sequel gets a new writer, and much more. CHECKED OUT 1917 The Gentlemen LIGHTNING ROUND Amazon Studios workin...
Jan 24, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Ep 147•Transcript available on Metacast Disheartened since her ex-husband's affair, Grace Waters feels restored by a new romance. But when secrets erode her short-lived joy, Grace's vulnerable side turns violent.
Jan 21, 2020•9 min•Ep 162•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss season 2 of "You" on Netflix, "Encore!" on Disney Plus, a new product from Segway, Jack Reacher series is now officially in the works at Amazon, Sony's TV plans for Spider-Man characters, more info on "Green Lantern" series, sad news about HBO's "Watchmen," a whole lot of Star Trek coming, Colin Trevorrow's Episode 9 script leaks, 2020 Oscar nominations, the new "Morbius" trailer, and much more. CHECKED OUT You - Season 2 Encore!...
Jan 17, 2020•2 hr 4 min•Ep 146•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss Bombshell, Knives Out sequel, new Star Wars saga set in the past, Christian Bale possibly joining the MCU, more 24, Dr. Strange loses its director, ABC wants another Marvel show, Warner Bros using AI to greenlight movies, Golden Globe results, new trailers for Birds of Prey, The New Mutants, and much more! CHECKED OUT Bombshell Mr. Robot - series finale LIGHTNING ROUND “Knives Out” sequel in the works RUMORED: New Star Wars saga ...
Jan 10, 2020•2 hr 53 min•Ep 145•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return for 2020 with conversations about the endings of The Mandalorian and thoughts on Netflix's "The Witcher," WandaVision moves up to 2020 for release, "Cats" bombs in theaters, "Raising Dion" gets a second season, "Shang Chi's cast is 98% Asian, transgender character/actor in an upcoming Marvel movie, Deadpool 3 is happening officially at Marvel Studios, and more. CHECKED OUT The Mandalorian The Witcher LIGHTNING ROUND “WandaVision” moves up r...
Jan 03, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep 144•Transcript available on Metacast A tribe of cats called the Jellicles must decide yearly which one will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and come back to a new Jellicle life.
Dec 22, 2019•13 min•Ep 161•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return not just for the last episode of 2019, but the last episode of the decade and also their 400th milestone episode! This week they discuss The Astronomy Club, Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks, The Rise of Skywalker (no spoilers), 6 Underground, Lee Daniels stepping into the superhero genre, Trill League getting the animation chance, Mortal Kombat finishes filming, SpaceX trying to improve your Internet connection, The Flash gets ANOTHER release d...
Dec 19, 2019•2 hr 48 min•Ep 143•Transcript available on Metacast A year after the events of The Last Jedi, the remnants of the Resistance face the First Order once again—while reckoning with the past and their own inner turmoil. Meanwhile, the ancient conflict between the Jedi and the Sith reaches its climax, bringing the Skywalker saga to a definitive end.
Dec 19, 2019•24 min•Ep 160•Transcript available on Metacast SCIENCE & TECH NEWS Wonder Twins Activate! Pig-Monkey Chimeras! LIGHTNING ROUND Mindhunter’s Jonathan Groff joins The Matrix 4 Patty Jenkins producing Wonder Woman spinoff “Reno 911!” returning for a new season “Home Alone” reboot in the works with JoJo Rabbit actor to star Peter Sarsgaard joins “The Batman” as Harvey Dent MOVIE/TV NEWS Marvel TV officially under Marvel Studios now Kevin Feige gives some more information on “The Eternals” film Kevin Feige says the multiverse is the next step...
Dec 13, 2019•2 hr 46 min•Ep 142•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss a new Planet of the Apes movie, The Mandalorian is the biggest show in the world right now, fan idea for The Boondocks after John Witherspoon's death, Avatar 2 finishes filming, Godzilla vs Kong gets major delay, iconic characters join "Black Adam" movie, and much more. CHECKED OUT Watchmen on HBO (Episodes 1-7 SPOILER TALK) LIGHTNING ROUND Marvel TV puts a temporary hold on “Tigra and Dazzler” animated show Wes Ball to direct a ...
Dec 06, 2019•2 hr 58 min•Ep 141•Transcript available on Metacast The hosts of our premium show, "The Men with the Golden Tongues," which is our James Bond/spy movie focused podcast, make their debut on Coming Distractions to give their in-depth thoughts on the newly released trailer for the 25th film in the Bond franchise, "No Time to Die" starring Daniel Craig as the titular spy action hero. Sign up for our premium shows at www.thenerdpocalypse.com/premium
Dec 06, 2019•18 min•Ep 159•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss more things on Disney+, The Morning Show, Robocop Returns gets new director, new Star Wars movie possibilities/wishes, Henry Cavill not done with Superman, Nicolas Cage's new movie might just be perfect for him, wildest casting suggestion ever, Joker sequel, Charlie's Angels flops, how to build momentum on TV shows, and much more. SHOW NOTES CHECKED OUT Knives Out Frozen 2 Stuff on Disney+ The Morning Show STUPID / WEIRD TECH Bec...
Nov 22, 2019•2 hr 41 min•Ep 140•Transcript available on Metacast Three years after the events of the first film, Elsa starts to hear a strange sound from the north calling her. Together with her sister Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven, they embark on a new journey beyond their homeland of Arendelle in order to discover the origin of Elsa's magical powers and save their kingdom.
Nov 20, 2019•8 min•Ep 158•Transcript available on Metacast Wealthy crime novelist Harlan Thrombey invites his extended dysfunctional family to his remote mansion on his 85th birthday in hopes of reuniting them all. However, the day after the birthday party, Harlan is found dead by members of the family. The police, along with experienced detective Benoit Blanc, are called in to investigate.
Nov 20, 2019•8 min•Ep 157•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return with special guest Demetrius to discuss (no spoilers) The Mandalorian, the Disney+ launch, more CGI dead actors, revamped Sonic the Hedgehog, The Witcher 2nd season renewal, Black Adam solo movie starring The Rock gets a release date, "A League of Their Own" series coming to Amazon, Mo'Nique takes her Twitter argument to court, and much more. SHOW NOTES CHECKED OUT Ford v. Ferrari My Hero Academia Parasite The Mandalorian STUPID / WEIRD TEC...
Nov 15, 2019•2 hr 53 min•Ep 139•Transcript available on Metacast