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This week JD & Steve take a trip back to 1986 to visit Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. They break down the premise, the movie’s budget vs its box office success, and discuss the fourth-wall antics. They also explore the unforgettable characters, discuss their favorite scenes and favorite quotes, the post-credit moment and the movie's lasting legacy. Grab your favorite snack and call in sick because life moves pretty fast and you miss it! #RebelNerdRadio #FerrisBueller #FerrisBuellersDayOff #80sMovies

On this special live edition of The Batcave, we share our overall thoughts on the book and explore what makes it stand out among other Batman tales, from its masterful detective and noir elements in Jeph Loeb’s gripping writing style to Tim Sale’s haunting artwork.We also highlight our favorite moments and standout panels, and discuss its lasting legacy on other Batman media.Join us as we unravel the mystery and celebrate a cornerstone of Batman storytelling. #Batman #TheBatcave #TheLongHalloween #DCComics #RebelNerdRadio

This week JD & Steve celebrate the 25th anniversary of Shrek. We looked back at our first impressions, discussed how it turned traditional fairy tales upside down, had fun talking about the unforgettable characters and reflected on our favorite moments and quotes from the film. Grab a parfait (or an onion) and settle into your swamp and join us for a discussion of all things ogre! #RebelNerdRadio #Shrek

This week JD & Steve take on the final Indiana Jones film, Dial of Destiny! We shared our first impressions, explored the characters, talked about how Voller compares to Indy’s other villains and how Helena stacks up against his past partners. We discuss whether or not the Indiana Jones franchise should be based in science fiction or mythology and conduct a time travel experiment. We revisit our favorite moments and favorite quotes. Then, we tackle the big question: Should the franchise have ended with The Last Crusade? Grab your fedora for one last ride! Follow us at https://bio.link/rebelnerdradio and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and join us for more galactic shenanigans every Tuesday at 7pm EST! #RebelNerdRadio #IndianaJones #DialofDestiny

This week, JD & Steve dive into The Ninth Jedi series. We ask did this expansion of the short deserve its own series? We break down our overall impressions, favorite episodes and moments, and stand out characters. We also dive into the show’s expanding lore and tackle another question: does it need a second season?

Sometimes you have to have a plan but other times you just hit record and let things happen. This week it is just JD & Steve hanging out. They talked about recent life events and Steve’s upcoming relocation to Chicago. And they also presented an extended Show Me Your Thingy segment! Random conversations and nerdy tangents galore!

JD & Steve tackle the Lego Star Wars treatment of The Mandalorian. They shared their first impressions, the tone of Lego Star vs the tone of The Mandalorian, and dove into the comedic approach. They also asked whether or not it was primarily geared toward children and discussed what other Star Wars projects deserve the Lego treatment. They also had a special guest announcement you won’t want to miss! #RebelNerdRadio #StarWars #LEGOStarWars #TheMandalorian

This week JD & Steve return to the Indiana Jones franchise and take a look at The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. They shared their first thoughts and discussed what it was like bringing the character back to the big screen after 19 years. They also looked at the Mutt Williams character, the return of Marion Ravenwood and her dynamic with Indy, and how Irina Spalko compared to previous Indy villains. They also debated whether or not aliens belonged in the franchise. #RebelNerdRadio #IndianaJones #KingdomOfTheCrystalSkull

COMIC SHENANIGANS swings back into the spotlight as Steve is joined by Spencer of The Dingus Den to talk about the movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day!On this episode, Spencer and Steve break down the consequences of Spider-Man: No Way Home, their first impressions of Brand New Day, and whether the movie lived up to their expectations.They also discuss bringing Spider-Man back to his street-level roots, the dynamic with the supporting characters, the shocking Sadie Sink character reveal, and who the REAL villain of the movie was.

Kryptonian Chronicles is back after an extended hiatus! Time time, Dave, JD, and Steve are taking a deep dive into the 2025 Supergirl movie.We broke down our overall thoughts, discussed the villain and the movie's aesthetic. They also talked about the challenges of reimagining beloved comic book stories for the big screen and whether or not the movie successfully captured the spirit of its source material. We also took a look at the actor’s performances and how Milly Alcock compared to previous live action iterations of Supergirl. Finally, we look ahead to where Supergirl goes from here?So grab your cape and join us for another episode of Kryptonian Chronicles!SPOILERS AHEAD!

JD & Steve took a trip to 1985 to discuss the adventure classic The Goonies. Before they went searching for treasure they took a few unsurprising detours including a Dolly Parton tribute and a bizarre Uber encounter. They finally get to The Goonies and broke down the premise, the incredible cast, the cartoonish villains, the treasure hunt itself, and their favorite scenes. Does the movie hold up as a movie for adults or is this just a nostalgic kids movie? Follow us at https://bio.link/rebelnerdradio and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and join us for more galactic shenanigans every Tuesday at 7pm EST! #RebelNerdRadio #TheGoonies #GooniesNeverSayDie

JD & Steve return from their 2nd annual trip to Rebel Scum Con in Texas to recap their experiences! They talked about the people they met, the stuff they bought, and all the other mayhem and adventures involved with spending a weekend with other Star Wars fans!

This week JD & Steve kick things off with a preview of Rebel Scum Con and then start their adventure with Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. They share their overall thoughts, discuss the outstanding casting, explore the origins of Indiana, and break down the unforgettable father-son dynamic between Indy and Henry Sr. They also visit the action sequences and some of its iconic quotes.  Follow us at https://bio.link/rebelnerdradio and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and join us for more galactic shenanigans every Tuesday at 7pm EST! #RebelNerdRadio #TheLastCrusade #IndianaJones

This week JD & Steve seek fortune and glory as we dive into Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom! They kicked things off with JD sharing stories from his recent Rebel Legion adventure, then gave their first impressions and overall thoughts on the movie. They discussed the dynamic between Indy, Short Round, and Willie, revisited some of the film's most iconic scenes, explored the historical context behind the story, and shared some of their favorite funny quotes.  Follow us at https://bio.link/rebelnerdradio and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and join us for more galactic shenanigans every Tuesday at 7pm EST! #RebelNerdRadio #TempleOfDoom #IndianaJones

This week JD & Steve head into one of the most cinematic adventures of all time with a discussion about Raiders of the Lost Ark! After a random tangent about the weather, they dive into their overall thoughts, the unforgettable characters, the iconic sequence of events, and explore the legacy of the film. #RebelNerdRadio #RaidersOfTheLostArk #IndianaJones