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Check out our Sponsor(s): Thank you to May Film Studios for Sponsoring Keeping Up With The Nerds! Check out their links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayfilms.studio/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MayFilms.Studio Website: https://mayfilms.beehiiv.com/   Want to sponsor our future episodes? Reach out to us by Email! Email: [email protected]   YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the Whittier, California-based crew dives into a jam-packed lineup of nostalgic comedies, major superhero movie shake-ups, and a classic video game movie review! First up, the guys kick things off by catching up on their daily interests and diving into some serious nostalgia. The crew discusses the classic comedic movies they still enjoy and firmly believe hold up today, giving special shoutouts to absolute favorites like 21 Jump Street and Heavyweights. Next, the conversation shifts to some massive breaking news in the comic book film world. With Matt Reeves stepping away from The Batman Part II to handle personal matters, Steven Soderbergh (Ocean's Franchise) is taking over the director's chair. The Nerds question whether this sudden change will cause a riff in the flow of the movie's production, or if it will continue to be the epic sequel everyone hopes it can be. Finally, The Nerds wrap up the issue with their full review of the Street Fighter movie. Going in, the guys already knew this would be a complete mess of a film, but they ask the ultimate question: did they at least have as much fun watching it as the actors clearly had making it? All this and more on this week's issue!   😂 Nostalgic Comedies: The crew catches up on their daily interests and discusses hilarious movies that still hold up today, like 21 Jump Street and Heavyweights. 🦇 The Batman Part II Shake-Up: The guys discuss Matt Reeves stepping down and Steven Soderbergh taking over, questioning how it will impact the highly anticipated sequel's production. 🥊 Street Fighter Review: The Nerds dive into the messy but entertaining Street Fighter movie to see if watching it was as fun as making it.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #TVReview #AvatarSevenHavens #Lanterns #NYCC   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Rene Bravo, Nick Valero & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

Check out our Sponsor(s): Thank you to May Film Studios for Sponsoring Keeping Up With The Nerds! Check out their links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayfilms.studio/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MayFilms.Studio Website: https://mayfilms.beehiiv.com/   Want to sponsor our future episodes? Reach out to us by Email! Email: [email protected]   YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the Whittier, California-based crew dives into a jam-packed lineup of TV talk, convention reveals, and highly anticipated series wrap-ups! First up, the guys kick things off with some serious television appreciation. Bryan is still absolutely raving about Reacher, breaking down just how great Season 1 has been and why he can't stop talking about it. The conversation then shifts to awards season as The Nerds reminisce about phenomenal comedies that continually get overshadowed at the Emmys, giving well-deserved shoutouts to Abbott Elementary, What We Do in the Shadows, and Only Murders in the Building. Next, a quick walkthrough of the latest New York Comic Con reveals leads the crew straight into one of their biggest topics of the week. Nick gives a recap that transitions into a full deep-dive review of Avatar: Seven Havens, where the guys discuss their thoughts so far and their expectations for the rest of the season. Finally, The Nerds wrap up their coverage on Lanterns. After all the hype and controversy, they ask the ultimate question: did the show actually live up to the expectations, or were the people of the internet right to hate on it? All this and more on this week's issue!   📺 Reacher Season 1: Bryan is still on his Reacher kick, breaking down why the first season is so incredibly great. 🏆 Overlooked Comedies: The Nerds discuss hilarious shows like Abbott Elementary and What We Do in the Shadows that always seem to get snubbed at the Emmys. 🗽 NYCC Reveals: The guys take a quick walk through the biggest announcements and surprises out of New York Comic Con. 🌊 Avatar: Seven Havens: Nick leads a recap and a full deep dive into the new Avatar series and what to expect this season. 💍 Lanterns Wrap-Up: The crew finally closes the book on Lanterns, debating if it lived up to the hype or if the internet's hate was completely justified.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #TVReview #AvatarSevenHavens #Lanterns #NYCC   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Rene Bravo, Nick Valero & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

Check out our Sponsor(s): Thank you to May Film Studios for Sponsoring Keeping Up With The Nerds! Check out their links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayfilms.studio/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MayFilms.Studio Website: https://mayfilms.beehiiv.com/   Want to sponsor our future episodes? Reach out to us by Email! Email: [email protected]   YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the Whittier, California-based crew dives into a jam-packed lineup of unforgettable concerts, massive industry shake-ups, and highly anticipated releases! First up, Nick, Sean, and Bryan kick things off by recounting a too-good-to-be-true live music experience. Nick and Sean attended a Red Hot Chili Peppers show last week on suspiciously cheap tickets, and the outcome is one you just have to hear to believe. The laughs continue as Bryan’s social media algorithm becomes a major talking point, thanks to some rather "questionable" ads popping up on his feed. Then, the conversation shifts to massive industry news as Warner Bros. finally merges with Paramount under Skydance. The Nerds break down the consequences of this behemoth entertainment monopoly and what it means for the future of film and television. After the heavy news, the guys lighten the mood by talking about their preparations for this year's LA Comic Con, teasing a couple of exciting surprises in the works for the convention—could a live panel be on the horizon? Finally, the crew tackles their main events for the week. They prepare for the season finale of Lanterns by discussing the journey of the show and how the narrative got to this pivotal point. Next, they shift gears to Gears of War: E-Day. For a game franchise that has long been dormant and in need of a boost in attention, the guys ask if the current excitement is too good to be true. The Nerds debate whether the complaints from streamers and the early player base have any real merit or if it's just unwarranted noise. All this and more on this week's issue!   🎸 Red Hot Chili Peppers: Nick and Sean recount their unbelievably lucky experience and the wild outcome of last week's RHCP concert. 📱 Bryan's Questionable Ads: The crew gets a laugh out of the bizarre and questionable ads taking over Bryan's social media algorithm. 🎬 WB & Paramount Merge: The Nerds discuss the massive Skydance merger and the far-reaching consequences of this new entertainment monopoly. 🎪 LA Comic Con Prep: The guys tease some upcoming surprises for this year's LA Comic Con, including the possibility of their very own panel. 💍 Lanterns Finale & Gears of War E-Day: The crew prepares for the Lanterns season finale and debates the early player feedback and streamer complaints for Gears of War: E-Day.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #KUWTN #NerdPodcast #PopCulturePodcast #Podcasters #NerdCulture #Whittier #RedHotChiliPeppers #RHCP #LiveMusic #ConcertLife #MusicPodcast #WarnerBros #Paramount #Skydance #EntertainmentNews #FilmIndustry #HollywoodNews #LAComicCon #LACC #ComicCon #LAEvents #NerdLife #Lanterns #DCStudios #DCU #GreenLantern #GearsOfWar #GearsOfWarEDay #Xbox #GamingCommunity #GamerTalk   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Rene Bravo & Phillip Quick   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

Check out our Sponsor(s): Thank you to May Film Studios for Sponsoring Keeping Up With The Nerds! Check out their links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayfilms.studio/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MayFilms.Studio Website: https://mayfilms.beehiiv.com/   Want to sponsor our future episodes? Reach out to us by Email! Email: [email protected]   YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the Whittier, California-based crew dives into a jam-packed lineup of gruesome comic book adaptations, hard-hitting action, and the future of the MCU! First up, Bryan, Rene, Nick, and Sean are thrilled to welcome back artist and Guest Host Phillip Quick to the studio! The crew catches up with Phillip, sharing some laughs before they dive right into the heavy-hitting topics of the week. With Phillip bringing his own nerdy insights to the table, the gang is ready to talk everything Clayface, Reacher, and Avengers Doomsday. Then, the conversation shifts to Gotham as the guys react to the gruesome final trailer for Clayface. The crew debates DC Studios' bold decision to conceal the final, fully realized look of the iconic villain until the theatrical release. Is holding back the big reveal a genius marketing move to build anticipation, or could it backfire? The table is split, but everyone agrees the trailer's dark tone is hitting the right notes. After a quick detour, the guys talk about Prime Video's hit series, Reacher. Bryan admits he is just barely getting into the show, but he’s officially jumped on the bandwagon and is absolutely loving it. The crew discusses what makes the grounded, bone-breaking action of Reacher so satisfying and why Bryan can't get enough of the no-nonsense protagonist. Finally, the crew tackles their main event: Avengers Doomsday. The highly anticipated movie takes center stage as the Nerds analyze the latest buzz and discuss the controversial end-credit scenes from the recent Endgame Encore re-release. The consensus? Those post-credit teases might not be adding as much to the larger story as some people think. But the guys ask the ultimate question: is Marvel overhyping an already hyped Avengers movie? All this and more! 🎙️ Welcome Phillip Quick: Bryan, Rene, Nick, and Sean welcome back Guest Host Phillip Quick to the show to share some laughs and talk all things nerdy. 🦇 Clayface's Gruesome Trailer: The Nerds react to the final trailer for Clayface, debating if DC Studios' decision to hide the villain's final look for the theatrical release is a good move. 👊 Bryan Loves Reacher: Bryan finally starts watching Prime's Reacher series and explains why he’s absolutely loving the bone-crunching action. 💥 Avengers Doomsday & Endgame Encore: The crew breaks down the Endgame Encore end-credit scenes and debates whether Marvel is overhyping the already anticipated Avengers Doomsday.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #KUWTN #NerdPodcast #GeekTalk #PopCulturePodcast #PodcastEpisode #GuestHost #PhillipQuick #Clayface #DCStudios #DCUniverse #DCU #BatmanVillains #ComicBookMovies #MovieTrailers #Reacher #JackReacher #PrimeVideo #AmazonPrime #ActionSeries #BingeWatching #AvengersDoomsday #MarvelStudios #MCU #MarvelCinematicUniverse #EndgameEncore #Avengers #MarvelFans #MovieNews #TVReviews #NerdCulture #GeekCulture #ComicBookFans   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Rene Bravo & Phillip Quick   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

Check out our Sponsor(s): Thank you to May Film Studios for Sponsoring Keeping Up With The Nerds! Check out their links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayfilms.studio/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MayFilms.Studio Website: https://mayfilms.beehiiv.com/   Want to sponsor our future episodes? Reach out to us by Email! Email: [email protected]   YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the gang dives into a jam-packed lineup of nerd origins, Autobot nostalgia, and a horror adaptation that might just break the video game curse! First up, the Nerds get a little personal! The crew takes a trip down memory lane to talk about their family lives and the early influences that shaped them into the massive Nerds they are today. From Rene and Nick's early fandom memories to Bryan reflecting on passing the nerd mantle down to his daughter, Melina, the guys share what makes their geeky roots so special. Then, it’s all about the Autobots. Sean and Nick geek out over their recent theater trip to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original Transformers movie. The conversation shifts to the franchise's future as the guys review the brand-new short film, Transformers Awakening. After a quick detour to brainstorm some hilarious party video games the crew can play together on stream—like Among Us and Fall Guys—Bryan finally takes the floor to talk about Lanterns. He’s officially caught up on the highly acclaimed DC series and breaks down exactly why this show is hitting all the right notes. Finally, the crew tackles their main event: reviewing Zach Cregger's highly anticipated Resident Evil! After all the heavy marketing and wild internet discourse, the gang delivers their verdict. The consensus? It's an unexpectedly fun thrill ride that might just be Cregger’s best work to date. But the guys ask the ultimate question: does this movie claim the crown as the greatest video game adaptation ever made? All this and more!   🎙️ Nerd Origins & Family Ties: The gang gets personal, sharing stories about their family lives and the defining moments that shaped their nerdy passions.   🤖 Transformers 40th & Awakening: Sean and Nick review the 40th-anniversary theatrical rerelease of the classic Transformers movie and discuss the new short film, Transformers Awakening.   🎮 Party Games & Lanterns: The crew plots out future game nights with Among Us and Fall Guys, while Bryan gives his glowing review of catching up on DC's Lanterns.   🧟 Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil: The Nerds review the highly-hyped Resident Evil movie, debating if Cregger's unexpectedly fun adaptation is the best the video game genre has ever seen.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #gamingpodcast #gamingcommunity #retrogaming #podcastlife #transformers #autobots #transformersg1 #Lanterns #DCStudios #GreenLantern #ResidentEvil #ResidentEvilMovie #ZachCregger #AmongUs #FallGuys   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

Check out our Sponsor(s): Thank you to May Film Studios for Sponsoring Keeping Up With The Nerds! Check out their links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayfilms.studio/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MayFilms.Studio Website: https://mayfilms.beehiiv.com/   Want to sponsor our future episodes? Reach out to us by Email! Email: [email protected]   YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the gang dives into a jam-packed lineup of major studio milestones, essential fall TV watchlists, and the toxic fandom surrounding Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil! First up, the Nerds are officially recording from a brand-new space and celebrating their very first official sponsor! Coming to you from May Films Studios, the crew reflects on hitting this huge milestone and breaking in their new studio setup. Then, Rene takes the floor to champion FX's show Adults, passionately breaking down why it’s a must-watch and trying to convince Nick and Bryan by comparing its vibes to New Girl. The TV talk continues as Nick and Bryan welcome the arrival of autumn the only way they know how: fresh coffee always ready and the streaming queue set for an all-out Gilmore Girls marathon. Next, the crew turns their attention to Nathan Fielder's new documentary, You Can See Everything. The guys dive into why this project is such an eagerly anticipated release on Netflix and what fans can expect from Fielder's latest venture. Finally, the show wraps up with a deep dive into Zach Cregger and Resident Evil. Despite the movie being hyped to death through relentless marketing, toxic fan backlash has reportedly bullied Cregger into vowing never to touch a franchise film again. The gang debates the state of modern movie fandom and asks whether audiences have officially gone too far—all this and more! 🎙️ May Films Studios Debut & First Sponsor: The Nerds celebrate securing their first official sponsor and settle into their brand-new recording home at May Films Studios. 🍂 Fall TV & Gilmore Girls Marathon: Rene pitches FX's Adults using New Girl vibes, while Nick and Bryan brew the coffee for their annual Gilmore Girls binge. 📺 Nathan Fielder’s You Can See Everything: The gang highlights Nathan Fielder's anticipated new documentary and why it needs to be on your Netflix watchlist. 🧟 Zach Cregger & Resident Evil Backlash: The crew breaks down the heavy marketing behind Resident Evil and debates whether toxic fans went too far with Cregger.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #TheNerdsPodcast #MayFilmsStudios #PopCulturePodcast #FXAdults #NewGirl #GilmoreGirls #FallVibes #NathanFielder #YouCanSeeEverything #Netflix #ResidentEvil #ResidentEvilMovie #ZachCregger #ToxicFandom #MovieNews #NerdCulture #Podbean   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the gang dives into a jam-packed lineup of studio upgrades, highly anticipated movie releases, and controversial gaming industry practices!   First up, the Nerds are officially recording from a brand-new space! Coming to you from May Films Studios, the crew has been tasked with upgrading the setup over the next couple of months under May Films Productions (excuse the audio dust—improvements WILL be made!).   Then, Bryan takes the floor to talk about Coyote vs. ACME, passionately breaking down why this is an absolute must-see movie that audiences need to go support in theaters. The conversation then shifts to Dave Bautista, who is back in the headlines and actively training to impress God of War fans. The gang debates whether the actor's dedication makes him the right fit to bring Kratos to life.   Next, the crew tackles the ongoing conversation surrounding Sony's business practices toward its consumers. The Nerds take a deep dive into the current cycle of controversial decisions impacting gamers, and they make it very clear that Nintendo isn’t safe from the criticism either.   Finally, the show wraps up with a look at what’s ahead for LA Comic Con 2026. The gang breaks down their expectations and what they hope to see on the convention floor—all this and more!   🎙️ May Films Studios Debut: The Nerds settle into their new home at May Films Studios and outline their plans to upgrade the production over the next few months. 🧨 Coyote vs. ACME & Kratos Casting: Bryan champions Coyote vs. ACME as a must-watch, and the crew debates if Dave Bautista's intense training makes him the perfect fit for God of War. 🎮 Sony & Nintendo's Consumer Practices: The gang deep dives into the current state of the gaming industry, calling out the frustrating business moves made by Sony and Nintendo. 🦸‍♂️ LA Comic Con 2026 Preview: The Nerds look ahead to the upcoming LA Comic Con and discuss their biggest expectations for the pop culture event.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #KUWTN #CoyoteVsAcme #DaveBautista #GodOfWar #Kratos #PlayStation #Sony #Nintendo #LAComicCon #LACC2026 #MayFilmsStudios #GamingNews #NerdPodcast #PopCulturePodcast   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the gang dives into a jam-packed lineup of AI controversies, heartbreaking Hollywood losses, and massive gaming reveals!   First up, the Nerds break down the ongoing conversation surrounding AI and how people are misusing and abusing the technology. The crew discusses why AI should always be treated as a helpful tool rather than a full-blown replacement for human creativity, before briefly touching on the wild highlights from the Chinese Robot Olympics.   Then, the conversation takes a somber turn as the gang deep dives into the tragic wave of celebrity deaths that hit over the past week. The crew pays tribute to monumental legacies and shares their favorite memories of Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, Peter Cullen, and Hayden Panettiere.   Next, the crew tackles the massive GTA VI leaks that took the internet by storm once again. The Nerds discuss how the infamous "Cyberleek" breached Rockstar's security for personal gain, and debate why these reckless hacker antics ultimately did very little to actually hurt the studio's momentum.   Finally, the show wraps up with a full breakdown of Rockstar's official GTA VI presentation that dropped on Netflix. The gang reviews the deep dive video and explains why the highly anticipated new footage has them more excited than ever for the game's release—all this and more!   🤖 AI Abuse & Robot Olympics: The Nerds analyze the current misuse of AI as a replacement rather than a tool, and share quick thoughts on the Chinese Robot Olympics.   🕊️ Remembering the Legends: The gang pays tribute to the monumental careers of Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, Peter Cullen, and Hayden Panettiere.   🚗 Cyberleek's GTA VI Breach: The crew reacts to the latest Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay leaks and discusses why the hacker's selfish motives failed to damage Rockstar.   📺 GTA VI Netflix Deep Dive: The Nerds deliver their verdict on Rockstar's massive Netflix presentation and break down all the hype-inducing details.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #GTAVI #GTA6 #RockstarGames #GTALeaks #Cyberleek #NetflixGaming #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #RobotOlympics #DollyParton #TimCurry #PeterCullen #HaydenPanettiere #GamingPodcast   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the gang dives into a jam-packed lineup of massive gaming leaks, superhero teasers, and the rest of the D23 announcements! First up, the Nerds break down the intriguing new teaser for Vision Quest. The crew discusses what this means for the titular synthozoid and how the series is shaping up to deliver a phenomenal finale to the ongoing trilogy. Then, the conversation circles back to D23 to catch everything missed last week! The gang dives deep into the remaining announcements, spotlighting the exciting updates surrounding Ahsoka Season 2 and what lies ahead for the galaxy far, far away. Next, the crew tackles the massive GTA VI leaks that took the internet by storm. As excitement reaches a fever pitch, the Nerds debate whether early looks like this do more good than harm—and question if these leaks are just reckless hacker antics for internet clout or something more. Finally, the show wraps up with a full review of DC's Lanterns. The gang breaks down the project and explains why the online hate is completely unwarranted—all this and more! 👁️ Vision Quest Teaser & Trilogy Finale: The Nerds analyze the new Vision Quest footage and discuss how it sets the stage for an epic conclusion to the trilogy. 🌌 D23 Leftovers & Ahsoka Season 2: The gang covers all the major D23 reveals left on the table, including what to expect from the next chapter of Ahsoka. 🚗 GTA VI Leaks Frenzy: The crew reacts to the latest Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay leaks and debates the motives and ethics behind massive video game breaches. 💍 Lanterns Review & Pushback: The Nerds deliver their verdict on Lanterns and explain why the show doesn't deserve the wave of online criticism.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #Podcast #VisionQuest #Marvel #MCU #D23 #Ahsoka #StarWars #GTAVI #GTASix #RockstarGames #GamingNews #Lanterns #DCU #DCComics #GeekCulture #PopCulture   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, the gang takes a nostalgic trip back in time before tackling the massive wave of pop culture announcements!   First up, the Nerds dive into their personal vaults to share old grade school memories. From surviving the awkwardness and bullying of middle school to reminiscing about the surprisingly awesome high school lunches, the crew looks back at the glory days of growing up geeky.   Then, the focus shifts to the colossal news drop from D23—and that was just Friday night! The gang breaks down everything revealed so far, from major upcoming movie slate reveals to ambitious Disney theme park expansions and renovations. With Disney finally feeding fanbases that have felt starved for content, there was truly something for everyone in the showcase.   Finally, the crew zeroes in on the biggest surprise of the weekend: Kingdom Hearts! The Nerds celebrate what could be the start of a massive flood of long-awaited news, analyzing what these teasers mean for the future of the franchise—all this and more!   🎒 Schoolyard Memories & Cafeteria Classics: The Nerds take a walk down memory lane, discussing middle school bullying, childhood nostalgia, and the legendary high school lunches that fueled their youth. 🏰 D23 Friday Night Mega-Drop: The gang recaps the explosive start to D23, breaking down massive movie announcements, upcoming park renovations, and Disney delivering big for starving fanbases. 🗝️ Kingdom Hearts Fanbase Rejoice: The crew reacts to the latest Kingdom Hearts updates and discusses whether this is just the beginning of a huge wave of franchise reveals.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #Podcast #D23 #Disney #KingdomHearts #DisneyParks #DisneyAnnouncements #Nostalgia #GeekCulture #PopCulture   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   ​This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, Rene is finally back, and the gang is officially whole again!   First up, the Nerds catch up with Rene and get his fresh take on Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Then, the crew dives into the release of Star Wars Visions Presents: The Ninth Jedi to share their initial thoughts. While most of the gang is enjoying it so far, one Nerd might be a bit too critical—so, is it actually worth the watch?   That sparks a bigger debate: are we slipping back into Star Wars fatigue, or is there still incredible content on the horizon like Star Wars: Maul Shadow Lord keeping the hype alive? From there, with so much TV to catch up on, the Nerds try to convince Rene to finally check out Spider-Noir (can you believe he hasn't seen it yet?!).   Naturally, that leads into a massive tangent about Nicolas Cage and his iconic filmography as the gang breaks down their personal favorites. Finally, a walk down classic cinema leads into a discussion on essential war movies and which ones they would recommend watching first—all this and more!   🕷️ Rene’s Return & Spider-Man Brand New Day: The gang is whole again as Rene makes his return, sharing his thoughts on Spider-Man: Brand New Day. ⚔️ The Ninth Jedi & Star Wars Fatigue: The Nerds review Star Wars Visions Presents: The Ninth Jedi, debating whether critical takes are justified and if projects like Maul Shadow Lord prove Star Wars is still thriving. 🎬 Spider-Noir, Nic Cage & War Classics: The crew pressures Rene to watch Spider-Noir, dives into ranking Nicolas Cage’s entire filmography, and breaks down top war movie recommendations.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #Podcast #SpiderManBrandNewDay #StarWars #TheNinthJedi #SpiderNoir #NicolasCage #WarMovies #GeekCulture #PopCulture   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   ​This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, Bryan is finally back after a long hiatus, and the gang has a ton of catching up to do! First up, Nick kicks off the show by showing off his newest prized collection piece: a replica of Michael Keaton’s iconic Utility Belt from Batman. Then, the Nerds dive into Amazon’s massively impressive upcoming slate for Prime Video, breaking down what to expect from huge adaptations like the Mass Effect TV show and Warhammer 40K. Next, Bryan gives his thoughts on Avatar: The Last Airbender after finally watching it for the very first time. To top it all off, the Nerds swing right into Spider-Man: Brand New Day to unpack the start of the new trilogy. As impressive as it was, do the Nerds fully love this new era, or are there too many questions left unanswered? Tune in to find out!   🦇 Keaton’s Batman Belt & Catching Up: Bryan returns from his hiatus as Nick shows off an incredible replica of Michael Keaton's Batman Utility Belt to open the show.   🚀 Amazon’s Sci-Fi & Fantasy Slate: The Nerds discuss Prime Video’s ambitious lineup of upcoming TV shows, including the Mass Effect series and Warhammer 40K.   🕷️ Avatar First Impressions & Spider-Man Brand New Day: Bryan finally finishes Avatar: The Last Airbender, and the gang debates whether Spider-Man: Brand New Day delivers or leaves too many loose ends.   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #Podcast #Batman #MichaelKeaton #MassEffect #Warhammer40k #AvatarTheLastAirbender #SpiderMan #BrandNewDay #PrimeVideo #GeekCulture #PopCulture   This Issue is Brought to You by: Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   ​This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, we’re heading straight into the wild aftermath of San Diego Comic-Con with a stacked recap of the biggest announcements across movies, TV, and Marvel! First up in the main event, the Nerds talk about San Diego Comic-Con and got a bunch of news to look forward to. Starting with the smaller (but still exciting) reveals for Spaceballs 2, a new Resident Evil movie trailer, and Johnny Depp as Ebenezer Scrooge in his new movie, Ebenezer. Beyond the big screen, we dive into the wild return of Mel Brooks, the bizarre parodies taking on modern cinematic universes, and why these classic comedy revivals are making noise again. Then, Avatar: Seven Havens takes center stage alongside some other big hitters like Blade Runner 2099 and a new Lanterns trailer. We break down what the future looks like for the Avatar franchise, how Prime Video is expanding its sci-fi slate, and debate all the hidden details and lore clues buried inside DC's latest footage. To top it all off, the Nerds spend the last part of the episode discussing Marvel's panel and the hype being built around Doomsday and... Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider?! We break down the massive casting updates, character returns, multiverse theories, and what this means for the future of the MCU. Is Marvel finally back on track? Tune in to find out!   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #Podcast #SDCC #Spaceballs2 #ResidentEvil #Ebenezer #AvatarSevenHavens #BladeRunner2099 #Lanterns #AvengersDoomsday #GhostRide #Marvel News #GamingNews   This Issue is Brought to You by: Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   This week on Keeping Up With The Nerds, we’re setting sail across the Mediterranean and wandering right back into the radioactive Wasteland! ​First up in the main event, the Nerds dive deep into Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster epic, The Odyssey. We break down our favorite moments from the $250 million IMAX spectacle, where the visuals blew us away, and the few narrative beats that felt a bit bloated. Beyond the movie itself, we discuss the unbelievable behind-the-scenes production—including how Nolan somehow wrapped filming ahead of schedule despite shooting entirely on custom heavy IMAX cameras—and debate where this massive historical adaptation ultimately lands in the pantheon of Nolan’s filmography alongside Oppenheimer and The Dark Knight. ​ Then, we pivot to the absolute bombshell news shaking up the gaming industry: Xbox and Bethesda are finally getting forced out of auto-pilot! We break down how new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has lit a fire under Bethesda, pushing them to officially clarify the status of their heavily anticipated pipeline. That means real updates on Fallout 5, the long-rumored Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters, and where production currently stands with The Elder Scrolls VI. ​ To top it all off, Obsidian Entertainment has officially greenlit a brand-new Fallout project! We discuss the implications of shifting Obsidian back to the Wasteland, whether taking the IP out of sole BGS hands is the right move, and if this aggressive new direction is exactly what Xbox needs to reclaim its crown. Is this the strategy that finally turns the tide for Xbox? Tune in to find out!   ​🎬 Sailing 'The Odyssey': The Nerds dive into Christopher Nolan's $250M IMAX epic—what worked, what fell flat, how production wrapped ahead of schedule, and where it ultimately ranks in his legendary filmography. ​ 🎮 Xbox & Bethesda Forced Into Gear: We break down how Xbox's new CEO lit a fire under Bethesda, demanding official updates on Fallout 5, The Elder Scrolls VI, and the long-rumored Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters. ​⚛️ Obsidian Back in the Wasteland: Obsidian officially greenlights a brand-new Fallout project! Is handing the IP back to Obsidian the ultimate move to turn things around for Xbox?   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #Podcast #TheOdyssey #ChristopherNolan #MovieReview #Xbox #Bethesda #Fallout5 #FalloutNewVegas #ElderScrolls6 #Obsidian #GamingNews   This Issue is Brought to You by: Nick Valero, Rene Bravo & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!

YEAR 6 IS FINALLY HERE!  GO CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE TO SEE OUR BRAND-NEW INTRO!  You can find the animator using the link below! https://www.fiverr.com/syedahumna56/do-professional-pixel-art-animation-of-your-choice?utm_medium=shared&utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=gig&utm_term=AyNLxkP   *Intro includes minor edits not provided by the original animator. All animated assets were provided by the animator listed above, with some text assets added in post by Keeping Up With The Nerds.   Check out our affiliated links! Opus clips Partner link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=Nerd   Check out our Website: Keepingupwiththenerds.com   ​In this issue of Keeping Up With The Nerds, the guys catch up with Rene as he is set to return to the show (Permanently? 👀). The Nerds also talk about the movie Obsession and why 3/4 of them have yet to see it 🤷‍♂️. We also dive into Ready or Not 2 and They Will Kill You, and why you should probably watch these movies (now on streaming! 🍿🔪). World Cup fever has also caught up with Rene, and he questions why. ⚽🏆 Bryan explains how social media and "normies" finding their way into the sport have brought a massive resurgence of interest to the game 📈📱.   The main topic is Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and how, before the movie's release, certain people had already started to hate the film 🎬🚢. Is it a lack of historical accuracy? 🏛️ Is it that Nolan has gone woke? 🙄 Or are these people just wrong and hating to hate? 🗣️📉   👀 The Return (And The Unwatched): Rene is back (for good?), plus we break down why almost none of us have seen Obsession and why you need to stream Ready or Not 2 and They Will Kill You.   ⚽ World Cup Fever: Bryan explains to a confused Rene how social media and "normies" have completely revitalized interest in the sport.   🎬 The Odyssey Backlash: We tackle the bizarre pre-release hate for Christopher Nolan's newest epic. Is it historically inaccurate, "woke," or just internet trolls hating to hate?   #KeepingUpWithTheNerds #ChristopherNolan #TheOdyssey #WorldCup #ReadyOrNot2 #TheyWillKillYou #Podcast #MovieReview   This Issue is Brought to You by: Bryan Quevedo, Nick Valero & Sean Rodriguez   Podcasts can also be found here! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y6luw7uq Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/y4q64run Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y4ztkn2o   Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepingwiththenerds/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeepitNerds Ask us questions and leave us a like and comment! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a follow!