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Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3 Finale, Part 2: The Godfather (1972) We're going to make you a podcast you can't refuse. On this special 2-Part Season Finale for the Film Nerds, BK & Jack jump deep into the heart of what is perhaps the most iconic American film of all time: a story about gangsters, families, and a cannolis. In Part 2, the chaos continues, as we discuss how the casting of the film became another war between principals, how the shoot itself nearly derailed the film, and how even after its release, the film courted controversy. The cap to an incredible discussion of a legendary fil...2025-06-031h 44Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3 Finale, Part 1: The Godfather (1972)We're going to make you a podcast you can't refuse. On this special 2-Part Season Finale for the Film Nerds, BK & Jack jump deep into the heart of what is perhaps the most iconic American film of all time: a story about gangsters, families, and a cannolis. In Part 1, Learn about the mob's mysterious origins in Sicily, how they made it to America, and how a desperate writer, a chaotic studio, a controversial executive, and idealistic director all came together behind the scenes to build the team behind a classic.2025-05-231h 33Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 20: Breathless (1960)"He said you're a real Film Nerd." "What's a Film Nerd?" On this episode, BK & Jack catch the French New Wave via its most iconic film! Join them on a journey through the history of French Cinema from the Lumieres to Cahiers, the formation of the New Wave movement on both banks of the Senne, how an unexpected classic flew by the seat of its pants throughout the production, and so much more!The Film Nerds want all or nothing, and they've got it all in this episode!2025-04-211h 43
Good Morning From HellObligatory Easter Bunny Episode - #115This week the Easter Bunny hops by to promote their Big Day, only to discover a scheduling error that leads to some HIGH jinx.Easter Bunny played by BlackKrystel! Follow BK here www.twitch.tv/blackkrystelCheck out GMFH merchandise over at store.goodmorningfromhell.com!Join our Patreon to support the show at goodmorningfromhell.com!Produced and hosted by Chris Demarais & Blaine Gibson.Edited by Nicholas Newton.Art by Andrew Douglas. Learn more about...2025-04-0733 minRevenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 19: RENT (2005)How do you measure... measure a season?With just a few films to go on their Season 3 watchlist, BK & Jack take a close look at a musical the uplifted and entire generation with its powerful messages about found family. Hear about how the long history of squatting in New York City informed the tensions of the musical, how a legendary opera morphed into a legendary Broadway show, how the film stayed uniquely true to the original production, and so much more!With it being the end of the month, you know we had to get...2025-02-011h 53Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 18: Catch Me If You Can (2002)Where are you going tonight, Film Nerds? Someplace exotic?On this episode, BK & Jack dive deep into a web of deception & fraud the likes of which they've never encountered before. Learn how one of the most beloved Hollywood biopics of all time is not what it seems in so many surprising ways. Learn the true story behind its protagonist, how the film went from development hell to well-oiled machine, and everything else in-between!Get ready for an incredible odyssey of a con artist, courtesy of the Film Nerds!2024-09-291h 41Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 17: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)Open the podcast doors please, HAL...On the 50th episode of Revenge of the Film Nerds, BK & Jack go to Jupiter & beyond with a look at the film that created modern science fiction. Learn how the scientific tradition of astronomy inspired one of the greatest science fiction writers of the 20th Century, how the film achieved its landmark special effects, how it divided audiences in 1968, and how it continues to divide audiences today. All that & more as the Film Nerds seek to extend their grasp!2024-07-181h 51Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 16: Ghost in the Shell (1995)This is going to be a great episode - we can hear it in our ghost!On this episode, BK & Jack dive headlong into one of the most daring pieces of sci-fi & animation ever put onto the screen. Learn how the central conflict of the film stems from a philosophical tradition millennia in the making, how an unassuming manga artist took Japanese science fiction by storm, and how a reluctant yet offbeat director found the perfect means to bring hard sci-fi to the screen.The net is vast an infinite, and the Film Nerds are...2024-07-111h 24Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 15: City of God (2002)You need more than guts to be a good podcaster; you need ideas.On today's episode, BK and Jack dive headlong into what is possibly the definitive work of Brazilian film and a masterpiece that shocked the world, and in the process, the learn the history of how the favelas came to be, how a special group of people pulled together to make the film happen, how the filmmakers maneuvered filming within Rio's favelas themselves, and so much more!Get ready to see why, in the City of God, if you stay, they get you...2024-07-061h 44Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 14: The Man From Nowhere (2010)After a month of horror films, it's time for the Film Nerds to go on a World Tour!On this week's episode, BK & Jack head over to the Republic of Korea to examine one of the most unique and intriguing actions films of the modern day. Learn how the Korean film industry has survived & thrived despite nearly dying twice, how a generation of auteurs propelled the country's cinematic culture into the stratosphere, and how a late-blooming director contributed to this tradition with a revenge film that manages to be... poignant?Rest assured, after this episode...2024-06-251h 46Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 13: Jaws (1975)...You're gonna need a bigger podcast...On this week's episode, BK & Jack delve deep into the original summer blockbuster that people around the world afraid to get into the water! Learn how mankind's fascination with sharks has influenced cultures throughout history, how that fascination with the creatures became the last-ditch creative effort of a struggle writer, how an iconic film was almost a complete disaster, & so much more!We're not talking about pleasure boatin' or day sailin' this week. We're talking about workin' for a living! We're talking about sharkin'! 2024-06-201h 43Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 12: 28 Days Later (2002)Repent! The Podcast Is Extremely Nigh! On this week's episode, BK & Jack take an intensive look into the film that sparked a golden age of zombie filmmaking and challenged its audiences perception of what it means to be human... or inhuman. Learn about the genesis of the infected zombie, how a video game saved the monster, how a ragtag production was able to empty the center of London, & so much more! The Film Nerds are back: in your house; in a heartbeat!2024-06-161h 50Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 11: American Psycho (2000)New Podcast... what do you think? On this week's episode, BK & Jack jump into the demented world of Mary Harron's cult classic satire of the late 1980s, tracing the film back to its controversial origins as a novel, charting the troubled course of the film's development, recounting the struggle of how its director and lead actor nearly lost the film & much, much more! Feel the mask of sanity slip as the film nerds dive into the mind of Patrick Bateman!2024-06-081h 45Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 10: Scream (1996)Movies don't create Film Nerds... Movies make Film Nerds more creative!On this week's episode, BK & Jack dive headlong into their month of horror with a look at the definitive slasher film on the genre's 50th anniversary. Learn how the slasher genre's roots go all the way back to the origins of Hollywood, how the genre rose to the top of the industry and just as quickly fell into disrepute... and how Scream saved the horror film. All that & so much more on an absolutely packed episode!After our deep dive, you'll be asking yourself: W...2024-05-051h 49Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 9: Coraline (2009)The Film Nerds are in TERRIBLE danger, girl! On this week's episode, BK & Jack jump headlong back into the world of stop-motion animation with another Henry Selick classic. Learn how Coraline Jones was born from the mind of one of modern writing's most important minds, how it took a Herculean effort to bring the beloved novel to the screen, how the film's production changed the industry forever, and so much more! You probably think this podcast is a dream come true... but you're wrong...2024-04-251h 36Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 8: The Mask (1994)SOMEBODY STOP US! This week, BK & Jack take us on the incredible, winding journey that led us to the 1994 breakout comedy for Jim Carrey, Cameron Diaz, & so many people behind the film. Learn how the Mask came from the mind of an independent artist who changed the world of comics forever, how the film went through a development process that was unprecedented in Hollywood, how director Chuck Russell fought for unknown talent to cement the heart of the film, & so much more! Dare I say it? This podcast is SMOKIN'!2024-04-031h 27Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 7: The Big Short (2015)It ain't what the Film Nerds don't know that gets them in trouble; It's what they know for sure that just ain't so. On this week's episode, BK & Jack dive headlong into the Global Financial Crisis of the late 00's through Adam McKay's electric film on the subject. Learn how the monster of the mortgage-backed security came into being, how it got out of hand, how the early warnings over the market's fraudulence were ignored, how the global economy ended up where it is today, & so much more! Learn the story behind one of the...2024-03-131h 15Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 6: There Will Be Blood (2007)Ladies & Gentleman, the Film Nerds have traveled from halfway across the state to be here tonight.... It's time for BK & Jack to delve into the dark heart of the oil industry, courtesy of Paul Thomas Anderson's cinematic masterpiece. Hear the history of how oil became inextricable from civilization, how the resource became an industry the rewrites the lines on maps to this day, how the meticulous work of the filmmakers brought a forgotten era of prospecting & greed to life, & much, much more. We cordially invite you to drink our podcast - TO DRINK IT UP!2024-02-271h 39Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 5: Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022)The universe is so much bigger than the Film Nerds realize... On this week's episode, BK & Jack inaugurate their 2024 by getting into one of most essential films of the current decade - the landmark film by Daniels that changed the way we look at the film industry. Hear the story of how two Emerson film students stumbled upon the ideas of the multiverse by accident, how a philosophical journey over 2,000 years in the making brought us to our understanding of infinite universes, how the Chinese-American immigrant experience defined the backbone of the film & so, so much more. 2024-02-191h 31Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 4: The Aviator (2004)My, don't the Film Nerds make a fine pair of miscreants? On this week's episode, BK & Jack tackle their first ever look at a Martin Scorsese film, diving into his portrait of Howard Hughes which manages to be both personal & as grandiose as the man himself. Hear about the controversial life & legacy of the eccentric billionaire, how his story mesmerized Hollywood for decades, how it took a unique perspective & dedication to bring an honest depiction of Hughes & his mental health to the silver screen, & much more! The Film Nerds are here with another amazing podcast...2023-12-201h 30Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 3: Akira (1988)The question before the Film Nerds is simple: To Act or Not Act! On this week's episode, BK & Jack take a look and the most influential work of Japanese animation of all time - a film so pivotal that it has become a ubiquitous reference for all modern science fiction since. Hear the history of how this tale of atomic devastation came to be, from the sobering history of the end of the Second World War through to Japan's reconciliation with its nuclear trauma through art; how director Katsuhiro Otomo's divinely-inspired journey from childhood manga-lover to world-renowned...2023-12-131h 33Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3, Episode 2: A Bridge Too Far (1977)Well as you know, I've always thought we went a podcast too far... The Film Nerds are here with a deep examination of one of the greatest forgotten war epics of all time - and one of the biggest independent productions in the industry's history. Hear the history of how the Allies arrived at Operation Market Garden, how legendary producer Joseph E Levine got hooked on the story of the battle & compelled the film forward, how the tale of hubris & Pyrrhic victory struggled to connect with the audiences of the 1970s, and much more! Our early season...2023-12-061h 29
Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 3 Premiere: Seven Samurai (1954)The wait is finally over: Just when the villagers had lost all hope, the Film Nerds ride to the rescue!!! After a slightly longer than anticipated break between seasons, your favorite film podcast is back & bigger than ever! And do the Film Nerds ever have a treat for you to kick off Season 3: a deep dive into Akira Kurosawa's crowning action masterpiece. Learn how the legendary director rose to the pinnacle of international fame, how the cast & crew went to death-defying lengths to complete the film, how the world almost lost one of its greatest works of...2023-11-291h 28
Inside Gaming RoundupMicrotransactions: The Real Horror of Silent Hill AscensionGo to http://factormeals.com/roundup50 and use code roundup50 to get 50% off.Inside Gaming is streaming every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Twitch.tv/RoosterTeethYou can find VODs all of our content over at https://insidegaming.live/Want to listen to Roundup instead of watch? Check us out on your favorite podcast platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/insidegamingroundupPeople love the Silent Hill franchise, but bad news, Silent Hill Ascension is a microtransactions-filled nightmare.2023-11-0315 minInside Gaming RoundupSpider-Man 2 Breaks Records! Venom Spin-Off?Go to http://shopify.com/insidegaming to sign up for a $1-per-month trial period.Inside Gaming is streaming every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Twitch.tv/RoosterTeethWant to listen instead of watch? Check us out on your favorite podcast platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/insidegamingroundupSpider-Man 2 is out, it’s a big success for PlayStation. Could that success lead to a Venom spin-off?In other news, Twitch is allowing people to stream on multiple platforms, and people are ma...2023-10-2524 minInside Gaming RoundupModders Get Ahold of Super Mario Bros Wonder Leaks & It's GloriousGo to http://calderalab.com and use code INSIDE to get 20% offInside Gaming is streaming every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Twitch.tv/RoosterTeethWant to listen instead of watch? Check us out on your favorite podcast platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/insidegamingroundupModders add vulgar & psychedelic scenes to the latest Super Mario Bros. Wonder leaks by altering the game’s code. In other news, chaos ensues as people fight for the latest Pokemon Van Gogh collaboration and rec...2023-10-1821 minInside Gaming RoundupThe Most Hated Man In Games Is Gone; Unity CEO RetiresGo to http://shopify.com/insidegaming to sign up for a $1-per-month trial period.Inside Gaming is streaming every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Twitch.tv/RoosterTeethWant to listen instead of watch? Check us out on your favorite podcast platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/insidegamingroundupAfter the massive backlash at Unity due to a new pricing structure, John Riccitiello is retiring again. Fun fact, this is the same guy who pushed EA into doing day one DLCs and loot boxes. He won’t be...2023-10-1116 minInside Gaming RoundupLive-Action Cyberpunk Series Incoming!?Inside Gaming is streaming every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Twitch.tv/RoosterTeethWant to listen instead of watch? Check us out on your favorite podcast platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/insidegamingroundupCD Projekt Red have just announced that we’re getting live-action Cyberpunk in the future. What could it be? What are we hoping for?In other news: We’re gonna start using video games to solve sex trafficking crimes? And, SEGA has canceled Hyenas; is that the right call? Also, there are some...2023-10-0616 minInside Gaming RoundupLayoffs Hit Epic Games, Naughty Dog, and MoreInside Gaming is streaming every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Twitch.tv/RoosterTeethWant to listen instead of watch? Check us out on your favorite podcast platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/insidegamingroundupThe gaming industry has become a massive revenue generator for many, so why are some of gaming’s biggest developers cutting costs and laying people off?In other news: the FBI indicts a Wall Street banker for doing inside trading via XBox 360, and the Overwatch League is no more. Also, there are so...2023-10-0417 minInside Gaming RoundupPayday 3 Shoots Itself in the FootGo to http://shopify.com/insidegaming to sign up for a $1-per-month trial period.Inside Gaming is streaming every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Twitch.tv/RoosterTeethWant to listen instead of watch? Check us out on your favorite podcast platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/insidegamingroundupPayday 3 was just released, and like most always online games, it’s coming out the gate with a whole host of problems. Players are unable to get into games, even when trying to play solo. Starbreeze has tried to...2023-09-2816 minInside Gaming RoundupCould We See an Xbox Exit?Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code ROUNDUP for 50% off 2 or more pairs of polarized sunglasses.Inside Gaming is streaming every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Twitch.tv/RoosterTeethWant to listen instead of watch? Check us out on your favorite podcast platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/insidegamingroundupWhile talking about Game Pass, Xbox head Phil Spencer stated that low numbers could have an impact on whether or not Microsoft stays in the gaming industry. Could we see an Xbox exit?2023-09-2216 minInside Gaming RoundupStarfield Mods Already Making the Game BetterStarfield is out now, and the modding community is already diving in and giving you some essential and not-so-essential mods.In other news: Baldur’s Gate 3 wasn’t apparently supposed to be so horny, The Last of Us Halloween Horror Nights is live, and there’s some new games coming out!Let’s talk about it!Buy our shirt!http://bit.ly/IG-ShirtOR follow us on Twitter!https://twitter.com/jack_phttps...2023-09-0617 minInside Gaming RoundupBaldur's Gate NEW Endgame Content?!Latest Bauldr’s Gate 3 Update fixes fans' concerns about co-op, epilogues, modded content & moreIn other news: Call of Duty will use AI in their upcoming game for chat moderation and a Twitch streamer locks himself in a closet for viewers to flashbang him.Let’s talk about it!00:00 - Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch04:12 - Call of Duty AI?06:48 - Flashbang a Streamer for $0.25c12:00 - New ReleasesBuy our shirt!http...2023-09-0116 minInside Gaming RoundupLeaking Starfield Could Put You in Prison!?Someone stole a bunch of copies of Starfield and then leaked nearly an hour of gameplay on YouTube, and now they’re facing felony charges and up to 12 years in prison.In other news: there’s a person being a terrifying serial killer in Baldur’s Gate 3, and a 7 year old Call of Duty prodigy recently got unbanned from Twitch. Let’s talk about it!00:00 - Starfield Leaker Going to Prison03:18 - Baldur’s Gate 3 Murderous Rampage07:34 - 7 Year Old Call of Dut...2023-08-3011 minInside Gaming RoundupGamescom: Big Announcements, Trailers, and... a Lack of Security?Gamescom is happening right now, and we’re going over all of the big announcements and trailers. Also, Bill Clinton wants GTA 6, apparently.In other news: The PlayStation handheld has a name, and sadly it’s not Vita 2. Also, a hacker got GTA 6 info via an Amazon Fire Stick?Let’s talk about it!Buy our shirt!http://bit.ly/IG-ShirtOR follow us on Twitter!https://twitter.com/jack_phttps://twitter.com/Bl...2023-08-2517 minInside Gaming RoundupStarfield "Controversy"? Bethesda Strikes Back!As Starfield’s release date inches closer, more information is starting to leak about the game. However, it’s the game’s start screen that got people all up in arms this past weekend, with even Bethesda exec Pete Hines getting involved.In other news: Samsung has a portable projector with built-in cloud gaming for those people who want gaming on the go (and don’t know that the Switch, phones, and Steam Deck exist), and Ubisoft canceled a game that sounded really freakin’ cool.Let’s talk about it!2023-08-2317 min
Tales from the Stinky DragonC01 - Ep. 86 - The Infinale Part 2It’s all come down to this - the Infinights take on the big bad behind all their misfortunes. This battle will echo throughout generations with their livelihood, the world of Faeza, and magic itself hanging in the balance in part 2 of the exciting conclusion to the Infinight Saga. Tune in to the end of the episode to find out what’s next!Shout Out to our Voice Actors for this episode:Dia - BK (@BlackKrystel)Entropa - Armando Torres (@MandoDoesStuff)Slique - Benjamin Ernst (@RT_Ben)Paralyte - Hann...2023-03-081h 41Tales from the Stinky DragonC01 - Ep. 85 - The Infinale Part 1It’s all come down to this - the Infinights take on the big bad behind all their misfortunes. This battle will echo throughout generations with their livelihood, the world of Faeza, and magic itself hanging in the balance in part 1 of the exciting conclusion to the Infinight SagaShout Out to our Voice Actors for this episode:Dia - BK (@BlackKrystel)Entropa - Armando Torres (@MandoDoesStuff)Join the Party and help make this show possible by joining us on Patreon.com/StinkyDragon! Get BTS content, access to our discord, live str...2023-03-011h 32
Tales from the Stinky DragonC01 - Ep. 83 - Lost Dianasty - Infinights vs. TetragoguesThe Infinights come face to face with the 4 Tetragogues in a race to the diagems. Shout Out to our Voice Actors for this episode:Paralyte - Hannah McCarthy (@HihelloHannah) Entropa - Armando Torres (@Armandodoesstuff)Quadron - Blizzbear (@Blizzb3ar) Slujj - Michael Jones (@AH_Michael)Inku - Raquel Lily (@raquellily) Slique - Ben Ernst (@RT_Ben) Spectril - Christian Young (@xchinYoung) Dia - B.K. (@blackkrystel) Join the Party and help make this show possible by joining us on Patreon...2023-02-151h 26
Revenge of the Film NerdsSeason 2 Finale: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)We didn't choose this movie! We didn't choose these podcasters! They were invited! It's the Season 2 Finale, & the Film Nerds are determined to send it off properly with one of the most wondrous spectacles in the history of film. Cast a long look to the heavens on this deep dive as BK & Jack discuss the history of UFO Mania in the United States, how watching a meteor shower with his father impacted a young Steven Speilberg forever, the serendipitous ways which the film brought out the best in its cast & crew, & so much more! This po...2023-02-061h 20
Rooster Teeth PodcastGavin wants to Buy Mr. BlobbyJoin Gus Sorola, Gavin Free, Barbara Dunkelman, and BlackKrystel as they talk about Gavin wanting to buy Mr. Blooby, watching someone get kicked off a plane, the weird side of Quorra, The Last of Us, and more! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp - go to http://betterhelp.com/rooster to get 10% off your first month.Already FIRST Member and need your Private RSS feed for this show? Go here: http://bit.ly/FIRSTRSS2023-01-251h 19
Revenge of the Film NerdsThe Breakfast Club (1985)I have a question, Film Nerds: Does Barry Manilow know you raid his wardrobe? On this week's episode, BK & Jack take a look at the extremely complicated history of what is often considered to be the quintessential film of the 1980s. Hear how John Hughes created a space in the art form for serious teenage voices for the first time by utlizing his own penchant for rebellion, how the principal crew on the project had to fight the studio every step of the way to make the film, how the bonds between the cast translated into universal & r...2023-01-251h 21
Revenge of the Film NerdsMaster and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)Do you not know that, when in podcasting, one must always choose the lesser of two weevils? On this week's episode of Revenge of the Film Nerds, BK & Jack take to the high seas & dive into a classic historical epic - one of Jack's favorite genres... & one of BK's least favorite. Hear how the film sprang from a beloved series of novels penned by a true eccentric, how 20th Century Fox saw the series as a potential tentpole franchise, how Peter Weir inspired so much passion & investment from the cast & crew, how the film became one of t...2023-01-181h 18
Revenge of the Film NerdsThe Maltese Falcon (1941)By gad, Film Nerds, you are characters! There's never any telling what you'll say or do next, except that it's bound to be something astonishing! In their first episode of 2023, BK & Jack tackle one of the all-time great classic films - THE standard bearer of the film noir genre. Come along on a journey as the Nerds reveal the difficulty in adapting the greatest crime novel of its era, how a project in need of a second chance fell into the hands of a director making the most of his, the startling ways the film displays the s...2023-01-111h 12
Revenge of the Film Nerdstick, Tick... Boom! (2021)Musicals or Films; Which do you prefer? Ask the Nerds! On this weeks episode, BK & Jack dive into a contemporary musical that tweaks & bends the biopic genre into a uniquely colorful experience. Hear how Lin-Manuel Miranda's directorial debut interprets this musical work inspired by the true life story of its author, Jonathan Larson. We'll cover how Larson's struggles over his early works led to the revelations that would turn him into one of musical theatre's shining stars, the ways in which his work & Broadway were deeply impacted & influenced by the AIDS crisis, how these forces coalesced around a...2022-12-211h 14Rooster Teeth PodcastThe Legend of the Magic PantsJoin Gus Sorola, Barbara Dunkelman, Chris Demarais, and BlackKrystel as they talk about cartoon awakenings, Chris having too many hot tubs, magic pants, the brotherhood of the naughty trunk, a pee seeking shark, and more! Sponsored by ExpressVPN, Helix Sleep, and Stamps.comGo to http://expressvpn.com/rooster to get 3 extra months free with 12-month plan.Go to http://helixsleep.com/ROOSTER to get up to $200 off all mattress orders and 2 free pillows.Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at https://www.stamps.c...2022-12-141h 20
Revenge of the Film NerdsHarlan County U.S.A. (1976)It's time for the Film Nerds to decide: Which side are you on? Which side are you on? On this week's episode, BK & Jack make their first-ever foray into documentary filmmaking with a close look at one of the most visceral and revealing documentaries ever made in the United States. Learn how the observational form of documentary defined the approach used by Barbara Kopple to film this struggle for union recognition in an isolated corner of Appalachia, what interested her in this story in the first place, how the people of Harlan County stole her heart, & much, M...2022-12-071h 15
Revenge of the Film NerdsMonty Python's Life of Brian (1979)He's Not A Film Nerd! He's a Very Naughty Boy! BK & Jack are BACK after a quick break for the Thanksgiving holiday with an incredible comedy to sink their teeth into. Join in on the fun as the Film Nerds discuss the cosmic importance of Monty Python (even if BK refuses to say their name properly), how the film went from a flippant joke to a tangible project, the near death & resurrection of the production, the controversial reception of the film, & much more! A classic film from the greatest sketch comedy group of all time: what more c...2022-11-301h 12
Revenge of the Film NerdsJumanji (1995)You're almost there with much at stake; but now the Pod begins to quake!!! On this week's episode, BK & Jack stampede into one of their favorite family films of all time! Hear how the story went from a beloved children's novel to the big screen, how the cast & crew's collaboration with one another delivered a cinematic spectacle at the cutting edge of the art form, how the film peppers some incredible morals within its telling, and much, much more! And the best part? You don't have to wait until someone rolls a 5 or an 8 to listen along!2022-11-161h 08
Revenge of the Film NerdsLa Haine (1995)How you podcast doesn't matter... It's how you land! The Film Nerds are taking a journey over to France this week to examine Matthieu Kassovitz's timeless character study! Hear about the forces in France which gave rise to the "banlieue" - the country's very own projects, how the tensions between French African immigrants and police reached a boiling point in the early 90s, how this powder keg inspired Kassovitz & his close friends to make an artistic statement on this crisis, & much, much more. One of our deepest and most insightful dives into any film yet! You won't w...2022-11-091h 10
Revenge of the Film NerdsSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)Alright people, let's do this one last time... On this week's episode, BK & Jack swing into the world of one of the most popular superheroes in history as they navigate the multiverse in this modern classic! Join the Film Nerds as they discuss the debate around the value of superhero films, the long & difficult journey to representation in comics & superhero films, the importance of Miles Morales as a character, the challenges he surmounts in the film, & so much more. This is one foray into the world of everyone's favorite web shooter you won't want to miss!2022-11-011h 09
Revenge of the Film NerdsThe Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)The podcast which you are about to hear is an account of the tragedy which befell a group of five youths, in particular Sally Hardesty and her brother, Franklin. It is all the more tragic in that they were young... After weeks of build-up, it's finally time for BK & Jack to witness one of the most iconic horror films of all time. Along the way, they will discuss how they reacted personally to the film, how the American fascination with serial killers entered the popular consciousness before the late-70s, the intriguing way the film's genesis ties int...2022-10-251h 10
Revenge of the Film NerdsTrain to Busan (2016)The Film Nerds shall rise and walk among the living! And the Film Nerds shall outnumber the living! It's time for another entry in the Month of Horror, and BK & Jack are celebrating by digging into a movie monster that is near & dear to their hearts: The zombie! Join in as they discuss how we got from ancient cultural conceptions of the creature to its modern iteration, how different types of zombie evoke different types of fear, how Train to Busan advanced the genre in new & personal ways, & how the film would borrow from cultural flashpoints in m...2022-10-181h 07
Revenge of the Film NerdsPerfect Blue (1997)Excuse me, Film Nerds: who are you? This week, as BK & Jack sink even deeper into the Month of Horror, they set their sights on the Land of Sunshine and one of its scariest animations of all time. Hear the story of how the project came to be, how it landed at the perfect studio for its development, how director Satoshi Kon dramatically altered the story from its source material to give it a psychological edge, how it became an unlikely festival hit, & much, much more. A chilling, thrilling ride through an absolute classic. You won't want t...2022-10-111h 04
Revenge of the Film NerdsEx Machina (2014)A podcast on a modern classic? That's not the history of man; that's the history of Film Nerds! On this week's episode, BK & Jack kick off the Month of Horror with a technologically chilling journey through the world of Ex Machina, Alex Garland's essential entry into the modern science fiction & thriller lexicons. Hear about the writer/director's career path from prodigious novelist to helming his own film, how Garland & his cast became the beating heart of the film, the depth of the philosophical & artistic references underpinning the story, the film's contribution to the rise of A24 Films, & mu...2022-10-041h 08
Revenge of the Film NerdsBill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989)Dude! The Film Nerds have supplied us with a most bodacious new episode! On this week's podcast, BK & Jack take a journey through space, time, & 80s teen comedy as they break down this spectacular comedy from the minds of director Stephen Herek & writers Ed Solomon & Chris Matheson. Hear about the birth of the two iconic protagonists, the quagmire of finding the right actors to fill their shoes, a production that dodged disaster on more than one occasion, how the film was almost lost forever, & so much more! You are in for a most salubrious experience, so be e...2022-09-271h 07
Revenge of the Film NerdsIt's Such a Beautiful Day (2012)All this detail the Film Nerds never noticed... They're alive! On this week's episode of Revenge of the Film Nerds, BK and Jack delve into Don Hertzfeldt's animated emotional masterwork, a feature film comprised of his three short films Everything Will Be Okay, I'm So Proud of You, & the titular It's Such a Beautiful Day. Come along on a journey as the Film Nerds discuss the poignancy and resonance of the film, the core principles at play in Don Hertzfeldt's works, the exemplary use of techniques from all corners of the film world, and so much more! Cel...2022-09-201h 05
Revenge of the Film NerdsBrazil (1985)Revenge of the Film Nerds: It's a State of Mind. On this week's episode, BK & take a deep dive in the history behind Terry Gilliam's dream-like masterpiece, Brazil. Sit back as the Film Nerds spin you a tale of Gilliam's inspiration for the film, how the project was aided by a producer who was not all he seemed, the depths Gilliam went to in the pursuit of putting imagination on the screen, the all-out war to secure the final cut, & so much more! A journey behind the dystopia that you will not want to miss!2022-09-131h 06
Revenge of the Film NerdsTotal Recall (1990)Ha Ha Ha! You think this is the real podcast? It is!The Film Nerds are back for another week of movie goodness, and they're kicking back this week with Paul Verhoeven's ultra-violent action sci-fi masterpiece from 1990. Hear about the controversial history of gratuitous violence in film that brought us to this point in history, the drama of a development process that nearly killed the film, the actor and the ambitious studio that saved the project, the groundbreaking visual effects, and more! Was it all a dream? This podcast certainly isn't!2022-09-061h 09
Revenge of the Film NerdsThe Princess Bride (1987)Taking two seasons to review The Princess Bride? Inconceivable!The Film Nerds are back this week with their first ever dive into the worlds of high fantasy and romantic comedy with the 1987 cult classic directed by Rob Reiner and written by William Goldman. Sit back and enjoy a tale of how some of America's most powerful writing forces brought together a film considered "impossible" to make, the serendipity that assembled its cast, the film's wide-reaching appeal and message, and the joy evoked by one of the most quotable scripts in the history of cinema. A deep dive...2022-08-301h 09
Revenge of the Film NerdsThe Mummy (1999)For thousands of years, the Film Nerds lay dormant... WHO HAS AWAKENED US FROM OUR SLUMBER? Okay okay, it's only been 18 months, but after a long hiatus, we are BACK with Season 2 of Revenge of the Film Nerds! And what better way to celebrate our reincarnation than with an all-time classic creature feature: 1999's The Mummy, directed by Stephen Sommers. Join us as we discuss the history of the Mummy creature through its multiple forms throughout history, the historical forces that brought the monster into vogue in the first place, and the long, arduous quest to bring h...2022-08-231h 17
OT3 PodcastDid Wincest Win? (w/Special Guest BlackKrystel)Sarah, Ashley, Steffie and special guest BlackKrystel discuss how the show runners care more about the incestuous Wincest plotline then the loving Destiel ship, a relationship that has traversed through several universes.2022-02-2251 min
This Week In CLGCLG Celebrates Black History MonthHosted by CLG's Charles Adiukwu joined by CLG's Summer Scott, as well as Blackkrystel and Kahlief Adams both black professionals in the gaming industry. The discussion centers around the advancements made in the industry by black creators and professionals and where we all want the industry to go. 2022-02-1534 min
Off TopicThe Board Game Civil WarThe AH Crew sit down with special guest LoeJeez & BlackKrystel to talk about the board game night civil war situation, how baby hands make you a better player, Michael & Gavin’s Extra Life Punishments and more on this week’s Off Topic! This episode originally aired November 4, 2021 and is sponsored by MeUndies (Go to http://meundies.com/offtopic to get 15% off your first order and free shipping!), Upstart (Go to http://upstart.com/offtopic to find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today!) and Hello Fresh (Go to http://hellofresh.com/offtopic14 and use code offtopic14 for up t...2021-11-071h 27
This Week In CLGDiversity and Inclusivity Special Ft Summer Scott, BlackKrystel, and KahleifOur very own Charles Powers hosts this special focused on the black community in gaming with special guests who have had years of time in their respective communities pushing for diversity and inclusivity. 2021-03-1546 min
The Weekly PatchThe Week 3 PatchThe Weekly Patch Week 3 Patch Notes
The SCRUM
https://support.analogue.co/hc/en-us/articles/360052609632-2021-Pocket-Bots-Scalpers-Limited-Quantities-vs-Limited-Editions-and-Customer-Support-2-22-21
https://www.ign.com/articles/chicago-lawmaker-proposes-bill-to-ban-sale-of-violent-video-games-like-gta-5
.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brown_v._Entertainment_Merchants_Association
https://kotaku.com/everything-playstation-announced-during-todays-state-of-1846358922
https://twitter.com/shinobi602/status/1364668325037490187?s=21
https://www.ign.com/articles/a-500gb-ps4-may-no-longer-be-able-to-fit-call-of-duty-black-ops-cold-war-and-warzone
https://dotesports.com/news/brazilian-call-of-duty-mobile-player-admits-to-murdering-female-player
https://twitter.com/cyberpunkgame/status/1364607741680115717?s=21
https://www.resetera.com/threads/hogwarts-legacy-lead-designer-is-troy-leavitt-a-game-developer-who-used-to-make-anti-feminist-and-pro-gamer-gate-videos-see-staff-post-added.381606/page-17#post-59341475
The Quality Assurance
Bloodlines 2 delayed, developer let go https://www.bloodlines2.com/en...2021-03-031h 22
The Weekly PatchThe Week 3 PatchThe Weekly Patch Week 3 Patch Notes
The SCRUM
https://support.analogue.co/hc/en-us/articles/360052609632-2021-Pocket-Bots-Scalpers-Limited-Quantities-vs-Limited-Editions-and-Customer-Support-2-22-21
https://www.ign.com/articles/chicago-lawmaker-proposes-bill-to-ban-sale-of-violent-video-games-like-gta-5
.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brownv.EntertainmentMerchantsAssociation
https://kotaku.com/everything-playstation-announced-during-todays-state-of-1846358922
https://twitter.com/shinobi602/status/1364668325037490187?s=21
https://www.ign.com/articles/a-500gb-ps4-may-no-longer-be-able-to-fit-call-of-duty-black-ops-cold-war-and-warzone
https://dotesports.com/news/brazilian-call-of-duty-mobile-player-admits-to-murdering-female-player
https://twitter.com/cyberpunkgame/status/1364607741680115717?s=21
https://www.resetera.com/threads/hogwarts-legacy-lead-designer-is-troy-leavitt-a-game-developer-who-used-to-make-anti-feminist-and-pro-gamer-gate-videos-see-staff-post-added.381606/page-17#post-59341475
The Quality Assurance
Bloodlines 2 delayed, developer let go https://www.bloodlines2.com/en/bloodlines-2-development-update
Anthem Next Canceled https://www.polygon.com/2021/2/24/22276485/anthem-next-redesign-bioware-ea-canceled
Bioware removes multiplayer live service aspects of DA:4...2021-03-031h 22
Revenge of the Film NerdsThe Third Man (1949)After their foray through time last week, the Film Nerds are going to turn back the clock again! This time, they're taking a look at one of the all-time film noir classics: Carol Reed and Graham Greene's The Third Man. Over the course of the conversation, BK & Jack discuss the roots of film noir as one of the first true amalgamations of film traditions, the events that took place in post-war Austria that provide the film its unique setting, the subtle & overt subversions of the traditional Hollywood style, & perhaps the most famous and consequential ending shot in the history...2021-03-011h 35
Revenge of the Film NerdsLa Jetée (1962) / 12 Monkeys (1995)We're still in the Month of Love, & the Film Nerds are looking to unwind with another ill-fated romance. What better way to celebrate their condition than to go on a trip through time? In this episode, we take a long look at both Terry Gilliam's 12 Monkeys & the film that served as its direct ancestor & inspiration, Chris Marker's experimental film La Jetée. Over the course of the discussion, BK & Jack go over the roots of time travel in narrative fiction, the influence of the French New Wave - & the rules it broke as a movement - on the course o...2021-02-211h 35
Revenge of the Film NerdsJackie Brown (1997)Just when you thought it was safe to leave the house, it's..... REVENGE OF THE FILM NERDS!!!After a long and tumultuous holiday hiatus, the Nerds are back to bring you the 2nd half of their 1st season. To kick off the next batch of episodes, the Film Nerds take a deep dive into 1997's Jackie Brown, written & directed by Quentin Tarantino. Over the course of the discussion, they analyze the origins of the pulp fiction phenomenon, the strict focus on characters over plot throughout the script, the portraits of desperate people drawn by the film's outstanding...2021-02-141h 44
Revenge of the Film NerdsWho Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988)After a month off the clock, the Film Nerds are back at it with an absolute classic! On this episode, BK & Jack jump into the world of 1988's Who Framed Roger Rabbit? directed by Robert Zemeckis. The conversation looks at the roots of combining animation and live action, the monumental technical undertaking of combining these two world in a convincing manner, the ways in which the world of the film breath new life into both the detective story and the world of cartoons, & so much more. Also yes, there was swooning over Jessica Rabbit. A truly groundbreaking film deserves a...2020-12-101h 36
Girls Can’t GeekQueens Gaming Collective: for da people dem! Episode 16BunnyMightGameU is joined this week by friend-to-the-GCG-show
BK: BlackKrystel of Sony/Columbia's Lost Rings; OS NYC Gaming & Revenge of the Film Nerds Podcast... and now...
Announcing their partnership with THE QUEENS GAMING COLLECTIVE (@Queensgg on all platforms)
Queens Gaming Collective: building out the first established, women-led, gaming lifestyle organization growing opportunities for female representation in the gaming and content creation spaces. As royalty in the gaming community – a Queen – and her royal court can bring more fans into the fold and closer to their gaming heroes while simultaneously building awareness around gaming culture and pa...2020-11-1851 min
Revenge of the Film NerdsPsycho (1960)On Halloween, a nerd's best friend is their podcast...The Film Nerds cap off the spooky season this week by checking into the most famous motel in cinematic history. It's time to experience the terror of all-time horror classic Psycho, produced and directed by Alfred Hitchcock. In the course of examining the film, BK & Jack discuss its revolutionary impact on the industry at a turning point in Hollywood, the many controversies surrounding the story and its content, the brilliance of composer Bernard Herrmann's terrifying score, & of course, the most infamous scene in horror movie history. They've got 12...2020-10-311h 31
Revenge of the Film NerdsThe Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)What's this? What's this? A brand new episode? What this? The best podcast you know!The Film Nerds are back, just in time to catch the peak of the haunting season! In this episode, BK & Jack get into the spirit with a closer look at 1993's The Nightmare Before Christmas, directed by Henry Selick, created by Tim Burton, and composed by Danny Elfman. The discussion goes in depth into the history of claymation, the Herculean challenge of producing a feature-length film using stop-motion animation, the universal themes underneath the pomp and circumstance of the holidays, & much more...2020-10-241h 31
Revenge of the Film NerdsSe7en (1995)WHAT'S IN THE POD!? COME ON, TELL ME WHAT'S IN THE POD!?!?!This week, BK & Jack lift the lid on the grimy, decrepit, violent world of Se7en, directed by David Fincher & written by Andrew Kevin Walker. Over the course of their discussion, the Film Nerds take a look at the genre-bending nature of the film, how the foundations of film noir made the modern thriller possible, the insane detail of the art & production design that created the worst city in the world, &, of course, the controversial twists that give this 90's staple its character. A fun...2020-09-261h 36
Revenge of the Film NerdsAll That Jazz (1979)This week's episode of Revenge of the Film Nerds sees BK & Jack tackle one of the most engrossing movies yet: 1979's All That Jazz, directed by Bob Fosse. Together they delve into the startling parallel between the film's protagonist & its director, the film's tributes to and the subversion of Hollywood and Broadway musical standard, the ways in which the story discusses fidelity & death, & much, much more. A film which so thoroughly examines show business could only provoke two artists into a deep examination that was a joy to record & is a fun listen as always. The Film Nerds take...2020-09-181h 39
Revenge of the Film NerdsThe Fifth Element (1997)It's week five of the first season, & the Film Nerds are ready to break out the popcorn for an all-time action & sci-fi classic. It's time to jump into The Fifth Element, directed by Luc Besson! Over the course of the episode, BK & Jack discuss the arduous process of getting the film greenlit, the fine balance of action & comedy within the story, the extensive design work that went into the film's creation, & the divisive nature of how the film was received by critics & audiences. Is there a section in the episode on Ruby Rhod? You know there is! A blast...2020-09-061h 30
Revenge of the Film NerdsRaiders of the Lost Ark (1981)On this week's Revenge of the Film Nerds, BK & Jack take on an all-time American classic as they delve into the depths of 1981's Raiders of the Lost Ark, directed by Steven Spielberg & written by Lawrence Kasdan. Our hosts explore the creative collaborations that gave this iconic film life, the grueling struggle endured by the cast & crew to complete the project, the special effects & stunt work that give Indiana Jones his identity, & the enduring significance of the story nearly 40 years after its release. A fun experience as always, & the Film Nerds have got you covered for all the analysis...2020-08-301h 40
Revenge of the Film NerdsPrincess Mononoke (1997)On this week's brand-new episode of Revenge of the Film Nerds, BK & Jack travel across the Pacific & step into the world of animation for a close look at 1997's Princess Mononoke, written & directed by Hayao Miyazaki. During the course of their discussion, our hosts examine the religious & environmental themes surrounding the film's story, the significance of creating a film with several perspectives, the controversies that nearly changed the film forever, the evolution of how Japanese animation has been received in the United States, & much, much more! The resident film nerds are here to give you their takes on a...2020-08-211h 20
Revenge of the Film NerdsApocalypse Now (1979)This week, BK & Jack head up the river, deep into the heart of darkness as they take an incisive look at 1979's Apocalypse Now, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, co-written by Coppola & John Milius. Our intrepid hosts take on the film's relentless descent into madness as Capt. Willard & his PT Crew allies track down a rouge American colonel during the Vietnam War, the sheer insanity of a creative process that spiraled out of control in pursuit of cinematic perfection, the massive contributions of production designer Dean Tavoularis & cinematographer Vitorrio Storaro, & much, much more. A thought-provoking film deserves an equally...2020-08-141h 40
Revenge of the Film NerdsAlien (1979)Just when you thought it was safe to watch your favorite movies, It's...... Revenge of the Film Nerds! In a brand new podcast that combines both heartfelt fan appreciation and insightful film analysis, hosts BlackKrystel and Jack Manley take a deep dive into the world of 1979 sci-fi/horror classic Alien, directed by Ridley Scott and written by Dan O'Bannon. The discussion explores the history behind the film, a deep analysis of the film's plot and characters, the technical prowess of the production, and the significance of the Xenomorph and the design aesthetics just over 40 years since they shocked the...2020-08-071h 19
The F___ Yeah CoDcastAnni-EpisodeWe celebrate the FYCoDcast’s anniversary by giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the project. Hosted by BlackKrystel.2013-05-3000 minThe F___ Yeah CoDcastE10: Lightning of the GodsWith the reveal of Call of Duty Ghosts, Tyson and BlackKrystel discuss the announcement of it. Oh, did I mentioned we’re a year old?2013-05-2300 minThe F___ Yeah CoDcastE7: ClaustrophobiaA new year, a new FYCoDcast. Gabie Jackman (BlackKrystel) became a permanent co-host, the news segment is now the “News Call" and we’re debuting the “Interview Call". Ryan Banks (Prestige is Key) was kind to give us the first interview and get this new segment rolling. Expect more to follow on the future!2013-01-2100 min
The F*** Yeah CoDcastThe F*** Yeah CoDcast #7, "Claustrophobia"A new year, a new FYCoDcast. Gabie Jackman (BlackKrystel) became a permanent co-host, the news segment is now the "News Call" and we're debuting the "Interview Call". Ryan Banks (Prestige is Key) was kind to give us the first interview and get this new segment rolling. Expect more to follow on the future!2013-01-2148 min