Best The Nerd Council Podcasts (2025)

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “POWERSCAPE — The Game That Rules the Future” 1:24:10

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “POWERSCAPE — The Game That Rules the Future” Guest: Donal Thoms-Cappello (Writer | Creator) Runtime: ~60 minutes Tone: Futuristic | Philosophical | Sci-Fi Spectacle In the 28th century, survival means winning the game. Join The Chairman of The United States Department of Nerds (USDN) for a deep dive with Donal Thoms-Capp…

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17. Western Goals pt. 1: John Rees and Larry McDonald Scam Against Communism 1:10:29

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TSBU begins their study on the early-1980s information clearinghouse and private surveillance organization, Western Goals, focusing on two of its founders: the English scam-artist John Rees and martyred John Birch Society luminary, congressman Larry McDonald. The edgiest kids in the capitol, the threads of Western Goals weave their way from McCarth…

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “ZombieCON Vol. 1 — Cosplay, Carnage & Con Culture” 1:03:30

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “ZombieCON Vol. 1 — Cosplay, Carnage & Con Culture” Guests: Kyle Valle (Director & Co-Writer), Erin Áine (Lead Actor & Co-Writer) Welcome to the United States Department of Nerds, where fandom meets the apocalypse. This week, The Chairman sits down with Kyle Valle and Erin Áine — the creative forces behind 🧟‍♀️ ZombieCON …

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USDN Podcast: “Memoirs of the Morbid: The Orange Edition” 42:10

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🎙️ USDN Podcast: “Memoirs of the Morbid: The Orange Edition” — An Evening with Grant Lankard & The Ghoulmaster Step inside the crypt with The Chairman of The United States Department of Nerds (USDN Podcast) as he sits down with Grant Lankard, creator of Beowulf, League of Cryptids, and the haunting horror anthology Memoirs of the Morbid. This episo…

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🎙️ USDN Podcast: The Speed of Independence with Apogee Comics 1:38:09

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🎙️ USDN Podcast: The Speed of Independence with Apogee Comics Buckle up and get ready to move at the speed of imagination! 🏁 In this episode of The USDN Podcast, The Chairman sits down with the creative team behind Apogee Comics — Nick Garber, Matthew Jasso, and Harshstroke — to talk about their electrifying new indie superhero series, Quickwire #1…

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“THE PLAGUE: ILL FATE — Vengeance Rises in the Shadows of New Orleans” 1:17:27

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “THE PLAGUE: ILL FATE — Vengeance Rises in the Shadows of New Orleans” A Halloween Special Presentation from the United States Department of Nerds (USDN Podcast) 🕯️ Step into 2030 New Orleans — a city drowning in corruption, sin, and smoke. From the ashes of betrayal rises THE PLAGUE: ILL FATE, a supernatural-action horro…

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“Something Wicked Blooms in the Bayou” — A Halloween Special Presentation 1:38:33

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “Something Wicked Blooms in the Bayou” — A Halloween Special Presentation Step into the haunted neon glow of 1980s New Orleans as The Chairman of the USDN Podcast sits down with Christopher R. Ford, creator of the hit Kickstarter comic DARK PINK — “The World’s Freshest New Comic Adventure.” This cinematic Halloween episod…

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15. The American Race, or, "What time is this?" 1:01:56

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TSBU breaks ground on its study of Americanism and American Fascism, and grips their stubborn roots in the 19th Century. From the Mexican-American war, through the 'Real' First Red Scare, to the creation of a Military/Industrial aristocracy, Fritz gets his timeline right by meandering around some books in front of a psychedelic camp fire. Features …

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Two Worlds, One Nightmare | In Our Dreams Awake #3 – John McGuire Indie Comic Kickstarter Interview (USDN) 1:28:13

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview — John McGuire: In Our Dreams Awake #3 | Dreampunk Indie Comic Kickstarter Welcome back to the United States Department of Nerds Podcast, where we’re for the people, by the people, and of the people. In this episode, The Chairman sits down with John McGuire, writer of In Our Dreams Awake #3 — a haunting, genre-bending drea…

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14. Lessons from the Modern School and Francisco Ferrer w/ Mark Bray 1:25:08

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Film to Fantasy: E.B. Kogan & Jessica Silvetti on Shockheaded Peter 1:20:31

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview w/ E.B. Kogan & Jessica Silvetti — Shockheaded Peter Vol. 2 Film to Fantasy: E.B. Kogan & Jessica Silvetti on Shockheaded Peter Welcome back to the United States Department of Nerds Podcast! I’m The Chairman, and today we’re diving into the haunting, fantastical world of Shockheaded Peter, the second installment of a 3-par…

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USDN Interview | Ben Lacy – Shark of War #9 (Kickstarter Live Now!) 1:05:51

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USDN Interview | Ben Lacy – Shark of War #9 (Kickstarter Live Now!) Welcome back to The United States Department of Nerds (USDN)! 🎙️ Today we dive into one of the most outrageous, high-octane indie comics on the scene: Shark of War 🦈💥. Joining me is Ben Lacy (writer/artist/creator) to talk about the epic finale of The Whales of War Arc in Shark of …

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Writing Imperfect Superhumans: The Story Behind Zip | USDN Interview with Mike Scrase 54:55

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Writing Imperfect Superhumans: The Story Behind Zip | USDN Interview with Mike Scrase Hello Council Members! I’m The Chairman of The United States Department of Nerds (USDN), and today we’re diving into the world of ZIP — the British comic about flawed superhumans that doubles as a smart commentary on disability. Joining me is Mike Scrase (Writer),…

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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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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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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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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

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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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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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USDN Presents Cobra Kai Never Dies 1:25:40

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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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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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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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USDN Presents Down The Witches Road 1:40:25

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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

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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

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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 …

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USDN Presents I'm Your Boogeyman 1:39:14

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We are discussing our favorite Boogeymen.By USDN_Chairman

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Season 7: Episode #002 - The 2024 Anime Landscape 1:42:34

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*NOTE: We faced some technical difficulties with this episode so the audio will not be the quality you are used to. We hope you still enjoy this episode* 2024 has had it's highs and lows when it comes to anime, and with 2 months left in the year there is still plenty to look forward to, and be disappointed by. We take a look at shows that kept us w…