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Holy alternate universe, Batman! This week on Nerd Best Friends, Analese and Rob are heading into the dark and gritty world of DC Comics' Absolute Batman! Forget everything you think you know about the Caped Crusader, because this version of Bruce Wayne is bigger, meaner, and definitely NOT your traditional billionaire playboy. We're talking about the bold reinvention of Gotham City, a Batman with a whole new origin story, some seriously wild character redesigns, and whether this new take on the Dark Knight is absolute genius or absolutely bonkers. Whether you're a lifelong Batman fan, a comic book collector, or just curious about DC's Absolute Universe, grab your utility belt and join us for a nerdy conversation about one of the most talked-about reinventions of Batman! What's the nerdiest thing you did this week? Come hang out with your Nerd Best Friends! Want more nerdy goodness? Join our Nerd Herd on Patreon for bonus content, early access to episodes, and more at patreon.com/nerdbestfriends. Find us at nerdbestfriends.com and follow @NerdBestFriends on social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your Nerd Best Friends are back to explore iconic TV shows, films, and more from the 1960s, their cultural impact, and how they still influence us today. From Star Trek to Bewitched, we dive into the stories, characters, and innovations that defined a decade. In this episode, we explore the iconic movies, TV shows, and cultural phenomena of the 1960s, highlighting their impact on nerd culture and how they continue to influence today’s media landscape. It's not only nerdy, it's GROOVY BABY! Join the Nerd Herd on Patreon today! Social medai fun happening @nerdbestfriends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the top board games we're currently playing, discuss fictional characters banned from game night, and share our latest nerdy adventures. Join us for a deep dive into nerd culture, game strategies, and personal stories that celebrate our love for all things geeky. Don't forget to join the Nerd Herd on Patreon, different levels for all you types of nerds! Early access and other bonuses for our top supporters and loads of nerdy fun for all. Find us on social media - @nerdbestfriends and follow the Angel TV series first watch on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AUTOBOTS… ROLL OUT! Analese and Rob are heading back to 1986—on the big screen! For the 40th anniversary of The Transformers: The Movie, the Nerd Best Friends met up with listener Ismael for a night of Autobots, Decepticons, an absolutely killer soundtrack, and some childhood trauma that apparently still hits just as hard four decades later. Was it everything we remembered? Does the animation still hold up? And seriously… how did an entire generation of kids survive THIS movie?! We’re talking favorite moments, iconic characters, the music, the nostalgia, and what it’s like experiencing The Transformers: The Movie in a theater 40 years after its original release. Whether you grew up yelling “Autobots, roll out!” or you’re discovering the movie for the first time, grab your Energon cubes and nerd out with us. Listen wherever you get your podcasts and follow @NerdBestFriends for more nerdy goodness. Want even MORE Nerd Best Friends? Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/nerdbestfriends for bonus content, early access, and more ways to join the Nerd Herd. And remember… What’s the nerdiest thing YOU did this week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We had so much nerdy stuff to talk about, we needed a Part 2! Analese and Rob are back with another round of What Are You Doing?, the episode where we catch up on all the things currently taking over our nerdy lives. What are we watching? What are we reading? What are we playing, collecting, obsessing over, or spending entirely too much money on? You know…the important stuff. From new discoveries to old favorites, random rabbit holes, and the things we absolutely need to tell our Nerd Best Friends about, it’s another wonderfully nerdy catch-up session. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts! Want even more Nerd Best Friends? Join the Nerd Herd on Patreon at patreon.com/nerdbestfriends for bonus content, early access, and more nerdy goodness. Follow @NerdBestFriends on social media and tell us: What are YOU doing? What should we be watching, reading, playing, or obsessing over next? And as always…stay nerdy, friends! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time for one of our favorite questions: What are you doing? Sometimes being a nerd isn’t about ONE fandom—it’s about the seventeen different things currently fighting for space in your brain. So Analese and Rob are checking in on what’s been keeping them nerdy lately. We’re talking about the things we’ve been watching, reading, playing, collecting, trying, and generally nerding out about. Some are recommendations. Some are new obsessions. Some probably require explanations. And, as usual, one conversation leads to another…and another…and another. In fact, we had so much to talk about that this became Part 1. Apparently we’ve been doing a lot. Grab your headphones and hang out with your Nerd Best Friends wherever you listen to podcasts. Then tell us what YOU’RE doing! Find @NerdBestFriends on social media and give us the nerdy thing currently taking up way too much of your time. Want even more? Join us at patreon.com/nerdbestfriends for early access, bonus content, and more ways to be part of the Nerd Herd. Stay nerdy, friends—and we’ll see you in Part 2! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 6 continues with nerdy adventures - this time to the theatre for the 20th anniversary of Pixar's Cars. It was the childhood favorite film for America's Favorite Teen Nerd Andrew, but he never got to see it on the big screen. Join us for the nerdstalgia and discussion, plus hijinks on Cinnemark's popcorn day! Note: We had some new studio issues, so please pardon our dust! New episodes every Wednesday, subscribe now! Join the Nerd Herd on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 6 is HERE, Nerds! Analese and Rob are back behind the mics and ready to pick up sticks for another season of Nerd Best Friends! But first, we have some catching up to do. We’re kicking off Season 6 with a look back at our nerdy summer—the movies, TV, adventures, fandoms, and general nerd nonsense that kept us busy while we were away. Then we look ahead at what’s coming this season, including more nerdy conversations, pop culture deep dives, Nerd Film Reviews, Nerd Travels, special guests, and probably several topics we haven't even thought of yet. Because that's what Nerd Best Friends is all about: the nerdy conversations you're already having—or wish you were. Plus, Season 6 means even more ways to join the Nerd Herd! Support us on Patreon for bonus content, early access, extras, and more nerdiness that doesn't always make it into the regular feed. So grab your best nerd friend, hit play, and answer the most important question of all: What’s the nerdiest thing YOU did this summer? Nerd Best Friends — a podcast about movies, TV, comics, gaming, fandom, nostalgia, pop culture, and all the things that make being a nerd so much fun. Season 6. Pick up sticks. Let’s get nerdy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More NERDSTALGIA coming your way this week, this time all the way back to episode 30 when we had pinball wizard Nancy on the show. Check this out, and let us know if you want Nancy back on the show! Or anything else you want us to cover in season 6! Original Airdate: February 22, 2023 ------------- The Nerds welcome Nancy to the show, as she recently competed in the inaugural California Women's State Pinball Championship. Listen for tips and tricks to fun and competitive pinball, plus a slew of other really nerdy things. Rob learned that tilting is trying and Analese is giddy over the Adam Sandler references.  CALL TO ACTION: (1) create your 23 for 2023 and let us know by sharing on social media with #2023nerdgoals, (2) share your progress over the year when you complete a goal with the same hashtag, (3) gamify your goals for this year! OTHER NERDY TOPICS: Puzzles, gaming, Star Wars, twitch, Amazon Japan, Skittles burgers, AFOL (adult fan of Legos), pie cross puzzles, The Behemoth games, Cobra Kia, Mr. Beast Burger, the ocho, nudie magazine day.  @NerdBestFriends is our social media, [email protected] is our email - message us today! Follow and like our stuff, it'll be fun, we SWEAR! VISIT OUR WEBSITE and tip your nerd best friends! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your friendly neighborhood Nerd Best Friends just left the theater, and we've got THOUGHTS. Join Analese, Rob, and special guests Maria, America's Favorite Teen Nerd Andrew, and The Phantom as we swing into a full spoiler-filled reaction to Spider-Man: Brand New Day! From unforgettable moments and emotional beats to comic book comparisons, Easter eggs, surprises, and where Peter Parker's story could go next, we're breaking down everything that had us cheering, gasping, and debating all the way home. Whether you loved it, hated it, or are still processing that ending, come nerd out with us as we ask the biggest question of all: Did Spider-Man: Brand New Day live up to the hype? Warning: Full spoilers ahead! See the movie first, then come join the conversation. Bonus content on Pateron, so join the Nerd Herd today! What's the nerdiest thing you did this week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is an exiting week for all nerds! Now that SDCC is over, we head to the theaters this weekend for the newest installment of the Tom Holland-led Spider-Man. In preparation, here's our episode all about the web slinger, featuring special guest America's Favorite Teen Nerd Andrew! This is a great one for new and old fans of Peter Parker. NEW EPISODE next week, our Nerd Film Review of Spiderman: Brand New Day. Join the Nerd Herd now and get all the info first. ----- Original Airdate: October 18, 2023 America's Favorite Teen Nerd is back - and he's in high school now! Andrew returns to talk about Spiderman, the beloved and most favorite superhero of both him and Rob. Analese is here to talk about Final Girl, and maybe Spiderman, too. Also in this episode: reading digital comics, Kickstarter, role playing games, CMON Games, and more! Bonus content is on Patreon.com/NerdBestFriends. What's the nerdiest thing you did this week? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Scoobies are back from HellmouthCon 2026, and we've got stories to tell! Join Rob, Analese, and special guest Whitney Hathcock as we relive an unforgettable weekend celebrating all things Buffy the Vampire Slayer. From celebrity panels and behind-the-scenes moments to cosplay, fandom friendships, and the wonderfully weird surprises that only happen at a Buffy convention, we're sharing our favorite memories from this year's trip to the Hellmouth. Whether you joined us in Torrance or are experiencing HellmouthCon from afar, this episode is packed with laughs, nerdy tangents, convention highlights, and plenty of Buffy love. If you've ever wondered what makes fandom conventions so special—or you're already planning your next one—this is the episode for you. So grab your stake, sharpen your wit, and come hang out with your Nerd Best Friends for another nerdy adventure. What was the nerdiest thing YOU did this week? Let us know on social media @NerdBestFriends, and don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the show with the nerds in your life! Join the NERD HERD on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time for another summer NERDSTALGIA episode! This week we revisit the episode about Dollhouse, which originally aired December 11, 2024. New episode next week on our Nerd Travels to the Hellmouth. What's the nerdiest thing you did this week? ------------- Season 4 series nerding is on the 2009-2010 television series Dollhouse starring Eliza Dushku. Enter the sci-fi mind-wiping universe from Joss Whedon with the NERDS. Analese knows there's a guy on our team that dresses like a pirate and Rob wishes he could mind-wipe his rewatch to keep the fond memories of this show fonder. Also in this episode: Snarling Badger Studios, The Great Goblin Hargle-Bargle, OnlyGames.co, psychedelic therapy, the Whedonverse, mini games, Final Girl series 3. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time for more summer NERDSTALGIA! This episode originally aired April 15, 2025, and is one of our favorite Top 5 list episodes. Check this one out and tell us about your favorite villains! -------- It's our newest Top 5, this time NERDING OUT about our favorite bad guys and gals! Dr. Intern Joan is back! Analese is loving the literary baddies and Rob is loves going back to childhood scares. Also in this episode: hockey drinking game or a power hour, Friendly Neighborhood Spiderman and great theme songs, goofin and cheesin, true crime, reality tv shows like the Amazing Race, Vecna, The Monkey, crane machines for schools. Talk Nerdy to Me TRAILER SWAP: check out the Total Conundrum podcast, all about the spooky, the unexplained, and a good listen! Bonus episodes for subscribers on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Up, up, and away! This week, the Nerd Best Friends head to the theater to review Supergirl! Joining us are special Patreon guests Maria, Juliana, and Josh as we share our immediate reactions to the film, dive into our favorite moments, and compare the movie to the beloved comic book that inspired it. Did the adaptation capture what made the comic so special? What changes worked? What surprised us? And, of course, we nerd out over the characters, performances, world-building, and all the little details only fellow fans would notice. Whether you've already seen Supergirl or you're deciding if it's worth the trip to the theater, grab your cape and join us for a fun, spoiler-filled conversation about the newest entry in the DC Universe. What's the nerdiest thing you did this week? Tell us on social media or in our Discord—we'd love to hear from you! Listen wherever you get your podcasts, and if you want to join future movie reviews and special episodes, become a Patreon member and join the Nerd Herd! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.