Best Nerd Council Podcasts (2025)

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Season 7: Episode #012 - Zombies, Spoofs & Spider-Man: Nerd News Roundup 1:26:21

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The boys are back with a jam-packed news roundup! Ludo, Timi, and Joey dive into the latest from film, TV, anime, and comics, with their usual unfiltered takes and banter. This week, the Council breaks down: Disney reportedly developing Cool Runnings 2 with an all-female bobsled team – do we need it? Crunchyroll teaming up with Delta Airlines to br…

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Harry Dresden vs. White Council | My Vision for a Dresden Files TV Show Season 4 33:31

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Rumor has it that Jim Butcher is in serious discussions for a new attempt at a TV adaptation of The Dresden Files. The current expectation is that it will follow the war with the Red Court Vampires plot line. Today I’m expanding on that idea with my vision for season 4! This hypothetical season follows the plot line surrounding Harry’s relationship…

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My Vision for the Dresden Files TV Show | Season 3 31:11

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Rumor has it that Jim Butcher is in discussions for a new attempt at a TV adaptation of The Dresden Files. The current expectation is that it will follow the war with the Red Court Vampires plot line. Today I’m expanding on that idea with my vision for season 3! This hypothetical season follows the plot line surrounding Thomas, Lara and the White C…

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When Good Looks Kill: The Origin of Greg | Duke Electric Interview 1:01:06

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📺 When Good Looks Kill: The Origin of Greg | Duke Electric Interview | United States Department of Nerds (USDN) Hello There, it's The Chairman of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN)—where we are for the people, by the people, and of the people! In this episode, we’re joined by the multi-talented Duke Electric—creator, writer, and artist be…

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13. The China Lobby Invents the Right w/ Keith Allen Dennis 2:11:10

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Keith Allen Dennis rejoins The State Between Us to offer a one-stop-shop for all things China Lobby, the original network of right-wing power players, spies, and criminal capitalists who positioned the "loss" of China to communism at the center of the new red scare in the USA that bookended the entire 'Cold War'. From the Kuomintang to the National…

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Adapting the Dresden Files for TV! | My Vision for Season 2 25:58

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Rumor has it that Jim Butcher is in discussions for a new attempt at a TV adaptation of The Dresden Files. The current expectation is that it will follow the war with the Red Court of Vampires plot line. Today I’m expanding on that idea with the part of Harry’s journey they could explore in season 2! This hypothetical season follows the plot line s…

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12. The American Security Council: Bob-ing for Commies 45:46

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The forgotten story of American Industry's post-war espionage, propaganda, and policy outfit, the American Security Council. Launched by Robert E. Wood and Hitler-loving Chicago Tribune owner, Robert McCormick, in the mid-'50s, the ASC was built on the work of Nazi spies, staffed with Special Agents of the FBI, and funded by - and serving - the USA…

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A New Dresden Files TV Show?! | My Vision for Season 1 30:08

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Rumor has it that Jim Butcher is in discussions for a new attempt at a TV adaptation of The Dresden Files. The current expectation is that it will follow the war with the Red Court of Vampires plot line. Today I’m beginning my hypothetical adaptation with how I think they would execute that first season and setting up 5 more seasons I’ll be sharing…

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“Yer a Wizard Harry!” | Harry Potter vs. Harry Dresden - Exploring the Similarities 29:34

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Have you ever noticed the massive amount of similarities between Harry Potter and Harry Dresden?! And not just that they’re both wizards named Harry. SPOILER WARNING for Harry Potter and The Dresden Files. Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BelatedBinge Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/belatedbinge TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belatedbi…

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Press Start: Bruno Catarino w/ new Kickstarter - Crimson Bay 1:02:58

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Hello there, it’s The Chairman of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN)—where we are for the people, by the people, and of the people! In this episode, I sit down with Bruno Catarino to talk about his brand-new comic book project, Crimson Bay—a dark, action-packed series inspired by 1990s fighting games and brought to life through Kickstarte…

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10. Florida Man Fights Fascism: Gainesville vs. the Alt-Right, 2017 w/ Eli 1:35:27

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Fritz meets with labor organizer, Eli, to discuss the early career and connections of Alt-Right co-founder and Regnery Dynasty byproduct, Richard Spencer, and how Gainesville organized to de-platform Dicky and his fashy friends at the University of Florida in 2017, the first real test for Spencer's circle following the deadly Unite the Right rally …

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9. The Regnery Family's Century of Ruining Everything 1:14:13

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TSBU takes on the Regnery family tree, the branches of which take us to the America First Committee, the US Conservative Revolution, and the absurd but influential Alt-Right. The Regneries rubbed shoulders with the Who's Who of the 20th century's most important fascists, reactionaries, Yale spies, and NAM big shots since breaking rich in Kansas Cit…

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Season 7: Episode #011 - 17 Years & 36 Movies Later... 1:19:48

2M ago1:19:48

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In this episode of The Nerd Council Podcast, we dive headfirst into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we rank every single MCU film from Phases 1 through 5; from Iron Man to The Marvels. With over 30 movies to dissect, we debate the highs (Infinity War, Winter Soldier) and call out the lows (Thor: The Dark World, anyone?). Expect hot takes, unexpect…

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"Writing Imperfect Superhumans: The Story Behind Zip" 1:52:25

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What happens when superheroes aren’t perfect? In this deep-dive interview, The Chairman of the United States Department of Nerds sits down with Mike Scrase, writer of Zip—a British indie comic published by Markosia Enterprises that redefines what it means to be superhuman. Together, we explore: 🔹 The Creator Origin Story – Mike’s comic book beginni…

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Season 7: Episode #010 - Hope For A New Generation 1:29:05

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James Gunn is ushering in a bold new era for the DC Universe, starting with the most iconic superhero of all time. In this episode, the TNC squad dives deep into everything we know (and speculate) about Gunn’s Superman. From David Corenswet’s debut in the cape to the stacked supporting cast and the film’s place in the wider DCU reboot, we unpack it…

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7. Class Struggle and Mystics in the Middle Ages w/ Chase Padusniak 1:41:22

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Medievalist Chase Padusniak joins TSBU to help Fritz briefly extend his vacation from contemporary horrors with 14th-century ones, and narrate the chaotic struggles of class formation in Norwich and the Low Countries through the strange lens of medieval mysticism. DMs take note! Lorestuff incoming... Stay tuned for Chase's upcoming podcast, Death I…

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6. Masaniello versus "the Greed of Others Since Eternity": The Revolt of Naples, 1647 1:17:15

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In 1647, the urban dispossessed of Naples erupted into a revolutionary class war against their gangster aristocracy. Lead by a 'barefoot Moses', the destitute Masaniello, the brief but impactful revolt led to over a week of chaos that turned power in the Renaissance metropolis on its head, marking "the first time that the proletariat of any Europea…

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Sketching Life, One Panel at a Time - A Chat with Francisco Hnilo 1:17:01

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🎨 Inside the Mind of Vitalerium’s Artist: Francisco Hnilo Interview | Comic Book Art, Webtoons & More In this exclusive USDN interview, we sit down with Francisco Hnilo—the talented artist behind Vitalerium—to dive deep into his creative origins, process, inspirations, and what's next for this visually stunning comic series. From storyboards to pos…

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Season 7: Episode #009 - The State of The Galactic Empire 1:23:31

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This week on The Nerd Council, we’re diving headfirst into the galaxy far, far away to examine where Star Wars stands in 2025. With Disney doubling down on its streaming strategy following the sequel trilogy, we look at the current slate of projects—from The Mandalorian Season 4 and Andor Season 2 to The Acolyte and Skeleton Crew—and question wheth…

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4. The British Fascisti w/ historian Pádraig Óg Ó Ruairc 1:21:53

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Historian of Irish resistance Pádraig Ó Ruairc joins Fritz to discuss the rise of the British Fascisti (yes, that's what they called themselves), the first Fascist organization in the UK, their imperial and class origins, their freaky friends and their terrible role in the occupation of Ireland. Get Burn Them Out!: A History of Fascism and the Far …

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VeVe x Star Wars: What’s Next for Digital Collectibles? | Interview with Dan Crothers-VeVe Co-Founder 1:01:54

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VeVe x Star Wars: What’s Next for Digital Collectibles? | Interview with Dan Crothers In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Dan Crothers, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of VeVe, to explore what's coming to the platform—especially for Star Wars fans! From AR-enhanced Stormtrooper helmets to Mandalorian dioramas, this is your insider look into the gal…

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3. The Council for National Policy - but really The Origins of Americanism 1:22:46

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In an attempt to wrap his head around the ultra-influential Council for National Policy, the secretive beating heart of the American Right today, Fritz is compelled to just sum up the whole history of Americanism instead, the oft-neglected endemic form of fascism in the U. S. of A.. From the National Association of Manufacturers, through the Americ…

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2. Organizing Serbia: Citizen Assemblies, State Repression, and the (sort of?) General Strike - interview w/ Laura 1:40:33

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TSBU meets Laura, citizen assembly member and activist, in Serbia to discuss the historical and current developments in the ongoing anti-government protest movement which began in November of last year and shows no sign of stopping. They talk to Fritz about the ins and outs of the self-organized Citizen Assemblies within which they participate, the…

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Season 7: Episode #008 - The League Of Mentally Disturbed Heroes* 1:30:09

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We’re diving into Marvel’s latest release: Thunderbolts*...Sorry, The New Avengers! With a line-up of former villains, antiheroes, and fan-favourites like Bucky, Yelena, and Red Guardian, we’re asking: is this Marvel’s answer to the Suicide Squad — or something entirely different? Does this film hold up to the rest of Phase 5? What does the formati…

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Vitalerium Unveiled: World-Building, Adaptation, and the Journey from Page to Panel 1:52:11

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Vitalerium Unveiled: World-Building, Adaptation, and the Journey from Page to Panel | Podcast Interview Join us for an in-depth conversation exploring the making of Vitalerium: Descent Into the Void, a sci-fi epic that bridges the gap between prose and sequential storytelling. In this episode, we dive into the origins of the Vitalerium universe, th…

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1. Welcome to Hughson's Tavern: the Manhattan Conspiracy of 1741 49:11

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In 1741, the motley proletariat of New York conspired to burn their ruling class from their city, and it might have worked too! Refusing the relationships of exploitation and 'natural' hierarchies between them, John Hughson, John Gwin, Peg Kerry, 'Quack', and many others imagined a new world; but, the empire had its own ideas... Reading: Linebaugh,…

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Ben Lacy Talks Samson #2 – Indie Comic, Revenge, & Kickstarter Reveal! 1:01:36

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In this episode of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN), we sit down with indie comic creator Ben Lacy to dive into his latest Kickstarter project — Samson #2. This isn’t your typical superhero tale. Samson is a gritty blend of revenge, war, and horror set in an alternate-history world that challenges the boundaries of comic storytelling. 🎙…

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0. Workin' the Archives: a tutorial w/ Keith Allen Dennis 54:26

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Legend Keith Allen Dennis joins Fritz to inaugurate The State Between Us with step-by-step, easy-to-follow guide for retrieving primary source materials from U.S. archives. Whether you're in a totally different country, broke as a joke and doing it from home, or if you're lucky enough to be within spitting distance of a decent collection and have a…

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Season 7: Episode #007 - "THINK, MARK!" 1:30:36

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This week on The Nerd Council, we’re diving into all three seasons of Invincible, breaking down the most jaw-dropping moments, standout character arcs, and the show's evolving themes. From the iconic train scene and Omni-Man’s brutal betrayal to the chaos of the Mark War and the blood-soaked battle with Conquest, we explore how Mark Grayson has gro…

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Season 7: Episode #006 - Gaming On The Big Screen Gone Wrong 1:49:23

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What Is The Best Video Game Movie Adaptation? In this episode of The Nerd Council Podcast, we look at the best and worst video games adapted to film and TV! From Super Mario to Castlevania, The Last of Us to Uncharted - what video game has had the best adaptation? We discuss what it takes to make a great video game adaptation and what has caused ma…

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USDN Interview w/ Bobby Campbell – Tales of the Illuminatus #2 1:32:57

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USDN Interview w/ Bobby Campbell – Tales of the Illuminatus In this exciting episode of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN) podcast, we're diving deep into the world of conspiracy theories, secret societies, and mystical elements with Bobby Campbell, the mastermind behind the Tales of the Illuminatus comic book. Hosted by your Chairman, we…

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Season 7: Episode #005 - Hollywood's Creative Decline 1:46:31

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Has Hollywood Officially Run Out of Ideas? In this episode of The Nerd Council, we dive into the never-ending cycle of reboots, legacy sequels, and live-action remakes—is Hollywood out of fresh ideas? From Robocop to Matrix Resurrections and Coming 2 America, we break down some of the most infamous failed attempts at reviving old franchises. We als…

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USDN Interview w/ Bruno Catarino | Scinematic Figments Kickstarter Preview 1:09:42

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USDN Interview w/ Bruno Catarino | Scinematic Figments Kickstarter Preview Link to the KickStarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/redwulfcomics/scinematic-figments-a-scifi-anthology-with-a-cinematic-feel?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=scinematic%20figments&total_hits=3 Welcome to the United States Department of Nerds (USDN) – where we’re…

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'Harry Potter' Prisoner of Azkaban Ch 12 The Patronus | Chapter Revisit 33:32

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We continue our reread of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban with Chapter 12: The Patronus. A lot of time passing through updates about whether or not Harry is getting his Firebolt back in time for Quidditch and many reminders that QUIDDITCH IS LIFE! More importantly, if anything could be more important than quidditch, Harry and Ron are still…

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Season 7: Episode #004 - Can't Get To Paradise from Atlanta 1:50:08

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In this jam-packed episode of The Nerd Council, we dive into the latest in nerd culture! We break down Paradise on Disney+, the upcoming sci-fi thriller starring Ray Fisher and Ben Affleck—could this be Fisher’s big post-Justice League moment? Then, we tackle Captain America: Brave New World and the state of the MCU—will this be the film to reignit…

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'Breaking Bad' S1 E7 A No-Rough-Stuff-Type Deal | TV Reaction 26:23

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Season 1 Episode 7: A No-Rough-Stuff-Type Deal Remember like a year ago when I started my FIRST time ever watching Breaking Bad??? Well... when I starting digging back in I realized I had actually finished watching season 1 and just hadn't recorded all the episodes for the podcast! I thought a fun way to jump back into Breaking Bad would be to shar…

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USDN Presents Cobra Kai Never Dies 1:25:40

7M ago1:25:40

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Hello there, welcome to the United States Department of Nerds and your ultimate destination for all things Cobra Kai Season 6, Part 3! In this episode, we dive deep into the latest action-packed twists, character arcs, and emotional moments that have us all on the edge of our seats. From the final showdown between the Iron Dragon and Cobra Kai to t…

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'Harry Potter' Prisoner of Azkaban Ch 11 The Firebolt | Chapter Revisit 39:08

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I was super excited to jump back into Harry Potter on the podcast! I know it's been a little while but we left off 10 chapters into The Prisoner of Azkaban - so, today we're picking up with chapter 11: The Firebolt! This one is not the most eventful chapter to welcome us back to the series, but there is a TON of foreshadowing throughout, delivered …

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'Breaking Bad' S1 E6 Crazy Handful of Nothin' | TV Reaction 26:16

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Season 1 Episode 6: Crazy Handful of Nothin' Remember like a year ago when I started my FIRST time ever watching Breaking Bad??? Well... when I starting digging back in I realized I had actually finished watching season 1 and just hadn't recorded all the episodes for the podcast! I thought a fun way to jump back into Breaking Bad would be to share …

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'Sons of Anarchy' S2 E5 Smite | TV Rewatch 38:57

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Season 2 Episode 5: Smite This episode of Sons of Anarchy is called “Smite” and it follows Clay vs. Zobelle and illustrates just how in over his head Clay is in the chess match. Zobelle has Otto jumped in prison (he loses an eye), he turns in evidence on the club blowing up Darby's meth lab in Charming, he blackmails Hale, sets up a street fight, a…

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Interview with Comic Book Creator Bruno Catarino - Discussing His New Kickstarter Project "Bereavement" 54:43

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Interview with Comic Book Creator Bruno Catarino - Discussing His New Kickstarter Project "Bereavement" Description: In this exclusive interview, I sit down with the talented comic book creator Bruno Catarino to talk about his exciting new project, Bereavement, which is currently live on Kickstarter! Bruno takes us behind the scenes of this emotion…

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'Breaking Bad' S1 E5 Gray Matter | Reaction 27:08

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Season 1 Episode 5: Gray Matter Remember like a year ago when I started my FIRST time ever watching Breaking Bad??? Well... when I starting digging back in I realized I had actually finished watching season 1 and just hadn't recorded all the episodes for the podcast! I thought a fun way to jump back into Breaking Bad would be to share with you my t…

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USDN Presents The Hottest Shows Wrap Party 2:13:32

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Come along as we close the book on Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and James Gunn's first entry into his first chapter, Gods and Monsters with DC's Creature Commandos. I have a all-star cast joining me on this episode to include Bill Bodkin (PopBreak), Amanda Rivas (PopBreak) and our newest member of The Council of Nerds, Randy Allain (Media-Lit). We have…

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'Sons of Anarchy' S2 E4 Eureka | Rewatch 32:14

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Season 2 Episode 4: Eureka This episode of Sons of Anarchy is called “Eureka” and it follows SAMCRO as they make their first gun run for the IRA under cover of a blood drive rally. Bobby's bike malfunctions, taking Tig out on the highway - who is then abducted by bounty hunters. Jax and Clay are at each others throats the whole episode about whethe…

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'How I Met Your Father' Is it as Good as How I Met Your Mother? | Mini Binge 51:54

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Hi and welcome to Belated Binge - the podcast that doesn’t take itself or the show too seriously. I'm Zac, here to let you relive your favorite series that I nearly missed out on! Like How I Met Your Father - which is maybe your favorite??? - It's at least a sequel to How I Met Your Mother, which might be your real favorite so you watched this hopi…

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'How I Met Your Mother' Does it Hold Up? | Mini Binge 47:54

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Hi and welcome to belated binge - the podcast that doesn’t take itself or the show too seriously. My names Zac and I’m your host, here to let you relive your favorite series that I nearly missed out on! Like How I Met your mother. A show I watched for awhile in real time - stopped sometime along the way - and just finally watched start to finish 10…

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’Sons of Anarchy’ S2 E3 Fix 30:16

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Season 2 Episode 3: Fix This episode of Sons of Anarchy is called “Fix” and should be called - NOTHING IS FIXED! Clay and Gemma are unraveling which is driving Clay to make decisions out of anger and spite. Hes beating up her car, causing trouble at Cara Cara, and the wedge between him and Jax continues to be hammered in. All the while Zobel and hi…

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USDN Presents Down The Witches Road 1:40:25

9M ago1:40:25

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The Chairman and Council Member Amanda Rivas from The Popbreak and The Socially Distanced Podcast are discussing the hottest shows out to include Creature Commandos, Skeleton Crew and you'll get our .02 on Agatha All Along.By USDN_Chairman

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USDN Presents Cobra Kai s6 pt 2 1:08:16

9M ago1:08:16

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We are discussing part two of the sixth and final season of Cobra Kai. #shorts #USDN #podcast #nerds #DFPN #datfeelin #chairman #CobraKaiBy USDN_Chairman

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Season 7: Episode #003 - Gaming On My Mind 1:28:38

10M ago1:28:38

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Gaming has always been an area of contention when it comes to how beneficial or harmful it can be, so we decided to sit down and talk about all the ways gaming has helped us, how it has been impactful (and in some cases harmful) to our mental state and what can be done to ensure gaming is a force for good. And course expect your dose of nerdy news …