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30&NerdyS6:E22 - Nerdly News (Marvel, DC, WWE, and More)30&Nerdy Show Notes
30&Nerdy Opening Rift: Kyle Standifer
The Ballad of 30&Nerdy: Beth Crowley
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The Ballad of 30&Nerdy: Beth Crowley
Season 6 of 30&Nerdy Podcast is Presented By: Tennessee Legend Distillery
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Nerdly InformantMay the Fourth be with YouIs there a more fitting day to launch a nerd culture podcast than on May 4th? We think not!
Today we have for you a movie guide of Star Wars: A New Hope while Jackie serves as our nerd of the week.
Welcome to the first episode of the Nerdly Informant!2021-05-041h 16
Carrot Corner2021 AI/ML Trends & NerdlyJoin us as Chris sits down with a couple of our Nerdly developers, Juan Cruz Stingo and Fernando Trovati, as they discuss our software, Nerdly, and trends in AI/ML.2021-01-2914 minCarrot CornerAn Intro To NerdlyJoin us as NerdRabbit Product Manager, Chris Youngblood, sits down to talk about Nerdly - the software powered by NerdRabbit. Nerdly will be a resource for AWS professionals to find new job (h)opportunities, a platform for employers to find top AWS talent to fill needed gaps on their team for hourly, contract, or full-time hire, and a space where AWS professionals can connect and collaborate in the NerdBurrow.2020-11-0517 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 63 - Author Deidrea DeWitt!!We are joined today by just an incredible person and author, the one and only, Deidrea DeWitt! She is living her dreams in every way. Decided to move to Korea and found a way to make that happen. Writing her novels which include her new series starting with The Five Princes. It's an interesting take on a story where there are five different endings, different perspectives and the chance to write your own ending if you don't like any of the five options. Please listen to the show and hear some of her story, then go read her book an...2020-08-2900 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 62 - Adam Buttrey & G.I. Joe!In this episode we have special guest Adam Buttrey, artist extraordinaire who recently did a variant cover for the new Snake Eyes comic release. We always love having him on as he is an incredibly talented artist. Since we are taking Snake Eyes we felt compelled to have a round table discussion about G.I. Joe! Did you watch the old cartoon? Do you like the new movies? Join us in the conversation and let us know your opinions. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram using the handle @NerdlyEclectic and be sure to set the alerts for whe...2020-08-1500 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 61 - Dungeons & Dragons.....With Ashleigh Pickett!In this episode we have special guest Ashleigh Pickett who joins us to discuss the decades old fantasy tabletop role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons! It has been a long time since some of have played, and some have never taken part in an illustrious D&D adventure. Several of us are very excited after this episode as we are all going to create our own characters according to the games guidelines, then we will have a followup show to discuss what we came up with and our experiences through the process. This should be a lot of fun! Please join us in...2020-08-0900 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 60 - It's Our Time To Whine!With more and more movies, TV shows and entertainment projects getting pushed off until next year, we need a therapy session! When you're a nerd about a particular fandom and that fandom is not providing any NEW content, it takes a lot out of your passion, sometimes. It can be challenging. Especially when we have a set of expectations that a constantly being shuffled around. Join in with us and let us know what you were looking forward to, but don't forget to let us know what you are looking forward to that definitely IS coming out in 2020. We can...2020-07-2500 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 59 - Star Wars, The Skywalker Saga....Part 2So here we are with part two of the Great Star Wars debate! Continuing on from part 1, we get in to why we rank the Skywalker saga movies the way we do. This episode really steamed from someone putting The Last Jedi as their number 1 of all time. Do you agree with this or do you think there is a stronger movie? I can tell you several members of this group strongly disagree and you will hear all about it today! Join the fun and conversation on social media. You can find us on Twitter and Facebook using the...2020-07-1800 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 58 - Star Wars, The Skywalker Saga....Part 1Well, this was going to be our May the 4th episode, dedicated to the Star Wars movies. However, this became a passionate debate on many levels, spawning a two-parter! That's right, so much to cover we had to do this in two episodes. So buckle yourselves in and prepare for light speed as this conversation is likely to be a little bumpy. Join the fun and conversation on social media. You can find us on Twitter and Facebook using the handle @NerdlyEclectic and be sure to set the alerts for when we go live as we will be broadcasting a l...2020-07-1100 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 57 - Video Games As A Sport.....Or Not! *Explicit****Explicit warning*** Well the seal has been broken, someone got a little heated during this conversation and threw out a few expletives! So be warned, this is the first episode we've had to mark as explicit. Today we discuss the wave in popularity of video games being broadcast and viewed as sport. What are your opinions? Should it be considered sport? No? Let me tell you, we have people all over the spectrum on this one, one in particular against the notion and you will easily tell who real quick, LOL. Join the fun and conversation on social media. Yo...2020-07-0400 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 56 - Historical Fiction Novelist, Neil Perry Gordon!Today we chat it up with a very interesting novelist, Neil Perry Gordon. If you like to read fictional stories and also learn something new about history, Neil's books are right up your alley. We were captivated right from the start of the conversation. So many stories and they are incredibly interesting. Whether it's the adventurous "A Cobbler's Tale" centered around the historic height of the Eastern European immigration to the new world, or the metaphysical nature of "Moon Flower", Neil's stories are going to entertain you from bringing to end. Join the conversation on social media. You can f...2020-06-2700 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 55 - What Gets You Hyped!!Today we discuss what gets us hyped! Is it a particular song? Movie? Do you have specific things for specific moments? This was really interesting to dive in to what we've created as tradition for getting pumped up to work out, compete in sport or whatever you need an adrenaline spike for, LOL! Join the fun and conversation on social media. You can find us on Twitter and Facebook using the handle @NerdlyEclectic and be sure to set the alerts for when we go live as we will be broadcasting a lot of live conversations. Thank you all for...2020-06-2000 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 54 - Psychic, Medium and Healer Artie Hoffman!This week we have a wonderfully eclectic conversation with psychic, medium, and healer Artie Hoffman. This was our first encounter with someone with this talent and it did not disappoint. We had so much fun learning from Artie and he has some incredible stories to tell. So open your minds and follow us on this adventure and learn something new. Join the fun and conversation on social media. You can find us on Twitter and Facebook using the handle @NerdlyEclectic and be sure to set the alerts for when we go live as we will be broadcasting a lot o...2020-06-1300 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 53 - The Great Theater Debate!With this episode we started out thinking it would be a general conversation about how the current situation our world is in, how would the movie theater business be effected. Well, this got a bit out of control as some were very passionate about their opinions. It became very interesting to say the least. With studios releasing movies directly to rent via streaming services, new release dates being moved around daily and the current lack of customers, how do you think theaters will come out on the other end? The theater industry has fired the first show declaring they...2020-06-0600 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 52 - Sean Kanan (Bad Boy Mike Barnes)Another fantastic remote interview! A few blips in the audio, sorry about that. Still working out the kinks of these remote interviews. Today we talk with an incredibly cool guy by the name of Sean Kanan. Best known (to us) for his role as "Bad Boy" Mike Barnes from Karate Kid III, Sean has many acting accolades to his name rising to stardom with recurring roles on daytime soap operas such as The Young and the Restless, General Hospital and The Bold and the Beautiful. We bring all of it into the discussion including his new project on Amazon Pri...2020-05-1700 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 51 - Michael Keaton!!This show is all about the one and only, Michael Keaton. Today we deep dive in to the iconic career of this incredible actor. Keaton has portrayed some of our most beloved characters in movie history and we had a blast discussing him in great detail. Check him out on IMDB and refresh your mind on just how much he has acted in you've probably forgotten about. Join the fun and conversation on social media. You can find us on Twitter and Facebook using the handle @NerdlyEclectic and be sure to set the alerts for when we go live...2020-05-1700 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 50 - A Nerdly Eclectic Conversation With Jack O'Halloran!This week on deck we talk about boxing, movies, the JFK assassination, and mob ties! All of this in wonderfully eclectic conversation with the one and only, Jack O'Halloran! From ranked heavyweight boxer to actor in movies like Farewell, My Lovely, Superman (1978), Superman II, Dragnet (1987), King Kong (1976) and so, so many more. It was such an honor and a privilege to have a conversation with Non the Enforcer, LOL! I can not tell you how much fun we had on this episode. Please listen and I am sure you will enjoy it just as much. Join the conversation on social...2020-04-2300 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 49 - Cult Classic Movies!So this was our second in a series of "Social Distancing" shows we did live on Facebook. We apologize for the audio issues we are still working out the kinks of recording remotely during the shelter at home order in Tennessee. In this episode we discuss (argue...lol) what we believe the definition of a "Cult Classic" movie is and what some of those might be. We list a formal definition from a couple of sources but all of our vary a bit, some more than others lol. Do you have an opinion, love cult classic movies or just want...2020-04-1600 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 48 - The Hiccup In Entertainment During The Pandemic!So this was our first in a series of "Social Distancing" shows we did live on Facebook. In this episode we discuss the disruption in the entertainment industry with all that's going on and what we are doing to keep ourselves entertained while self-quarantining at home. So listen in and join the conversation on social media. You can find us on Twitter and Facebook using the handle @NerdlyEclectic. Thank you all for listening and as always, we love you all! Stay eclectic!
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The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 47 - Spider-Man Live @ Starbase 1552 Comics with artist Adam Buttrey!It's time for a big one! This week we go all in on everybody's favorite webslinger, Spider-Man! Well, maybe not everyone's favorite. Some of us could live without him but we won't spoil it here. Listen to this latest episode to find out who you need to ban from your next social gathering because they throw Spidey some shade, LOL!. This episode was another fun one and to make it even better, we were live at StarBase 1552 Comics in Franklin, TN with one of our favorite guests, artist Adam Buttrey. So listen in and join the conversation on social...2020-03-1500 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 46 - Summer Blockbuster Movie Results!And the winner, by many miles, is Micah! This week we are talking about our wager we had last year with all the summer blockbuster movies. We all went in on what we thought each movie would gross at the box office and how they would rank in the end. We all picked the obvious #1 which was Avengers Endgame, however, it broke down heavily for most of us after that. Micah was the lone survivor and because of that, he gets to pick a movie that the group HAS to watch no matter what! This may be bad, we'll...2020-03-0800 min
Meanwhile Back on The PodcastEp. 36 - Nerdly News - DC = Didio canned - DC in crisis?! Iger steps down. Wookie Jedis, A Mad woman could be She-Hulk.Send us a textOn this edition of the Nerdly News. Is Fandom facing a coming Armageddon? All the signs are there, and Frank is taking you down the rabbit hole. In the last week. Dan DiDio - co-publisher of DC Comics has been fired, and Bob Iger, CEO of Disney Corp. has stepped down as CEO. The rumour mill is at full tilt and the four of us don't leave a single stone un-turned. We touch on all potential fates that could befall DC in the wake of DiDio's unexpected departure. From the 5G launch to t...2020-03-021h 13
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 45 - Our Grief With Wrestling!Coming at you this week with a cornucopia of complaints about what the WWE is doing in this age of wrestling. Well, it's pretty much Jim and Ryan who are the foremost consumers of wrestling entertainment in the group but a few of us chime in here and there. And we agree that this subject needs more time to explore. Also, we have a special guest phone in to talk about the upcoming Clarksville Con on 3/7/20. So listen in and join the conversation on social media. You can find us on Twitter and Facebook using the handle @NerdlyEclectic. Thank you...2020-03-0100 min
Meanwhile Back on The PodcastEp. 35 - Nerdly News - New Arrow yet to be green lit, Mr. Cylon, Gunn's best script to date? And Bat leaks!Send us a textWell, it's official those news episodes you all love so much. Now has an official name. Introducing The Nerdly News! On this episode of the Nerdly News. Green Arrow isn't as "lit" as we all thought it was. Harry Potter won't be coming to Disney + anytime soon. Was the real villain in Birds of Prey a blue Hedgehog with super speed? We have some Suicide Squad news that is going to make you want to stay around a little longer. Holy set leaks Batman, we are breaking down all the leaked photos and...2020-02-281h 53
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 44 - CW DC Universe!Greetings eclectic family! We are back this week to dive into the CW DC universe and talk about many things DC, mostly about the CW TV shows. This new format is so fun. We get to talk freestyle about all the goings on in our geeky world and not having notes or a script is sometimes refreshing. We do go down some rabbit holes but I'm sure you won't making coming along. It's a fun ride. So listen in and join the conversation on social media. You can find us on Twitter and Facebook using the handle @NerdlyEclectic. Thank you all...2020-02-2300 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 43 - TROS, Mandalorian & Clone WarsThis week we talk about the end of the Skywalker saga and the mammoth ending to an exciting trilogy, The Rise of Skywalker. We also dive in to the new Mandalorian series on Disney+ and the upcoming and highly anticipated Clone Wars season. There is always so much meat on the Star Wars bone to discuss in one episode which is why there will be many more to come. Join in on the conversation and let us know your opinions on the show and the service as a whole. Thank you all for listening and as always, we love you...2020-02-0900 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 42 - The Release Of Disney+ And The MandalorianWe are back, at least for this weekend lol. It the holiday season so we are very busy in our daily lives making it hard to get episodes together. But we are trying! This week we are talking about the release of the new streaming service Disney+ and their flagship series The Mandalorian. Everyone is buzzing about this new addition to the Star Wars story and we are here to throw our opinions in the ring. Join in on the conversation and let us know your opinions on the show and the service as a whole. Thank you all for lis...2019-11-1600 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 100 – FailurePicture by ‘ccPixs.com’ www.ccPixs.com In this, the hundredth episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs, Rob, Don, and Jack sit down to discuss their greatest creative failures. The trio talk about the challenges they’ve faced, what they’ve learned from them, and what failure really means. Along the way, they delve into the power of psychology,... Read More2019-11-0330 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 41 - ICC Convention 2019OMG I can't even begin to tell you how much fun the Imperial Commissary Collectors Convention was! There was so much going on and so much to see. Awesome actors from many popular films, incredible authors and illustrators from popular publications and holy grail collectible toys that were actually purchased during the convention. This is only part one of our 3 day adventure. This was all of our table interviews and we got to speak some of the best and most friendly people. First and foremost a special shout out to Michael and Andrea Havens who are the visionaries who creat...2019-09-2600 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 40 - First Annual ECP Fantasy Football Draft!Welcome everyone to the very first of what we are hoping becomes an annual event, our very own Fantasy Football Draft. We have set up own league and met just before the start of the football season to pick our teams. Join us as we pick our players, eat a lot of food and have some fun. Get in on the conversation and let us know who you have on your team(s) and how you are doing this season. If you would like to get in on this with us reach out on Facebook and let us know. We w...2019-09-2600 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 39 - The WannaBeatlesThis week we sit down with one of the best bands we've ever seen or heard, the WannaBeatles!!! Being such fans of Beatles music, we can't help but really dig what these guys are doing. Their musicianship is next level incredible and their harmonies are off the charts. They are even Grammy Award finalists!! If you've never heard this band you owe it to yourselves to see them as soon as possible. We get a real treat at the end where they play a short set for us and it is incredible. Just don't be quick to judge based on ou...2019-08-2700 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 38 - Gogo Incognito!!This week we are live at Starbase 1552 Comics and we sit down with an absolutely enchanting personality in Gogo Incognito. She holds two degrees, is an entrepreneur being co-owner of Corsair Artisan Distillery, contributing writer, interviewer, video hostess at Nerd Caliber, is a model/performer in categories such as cosplay, burlesque, and pin-Up and is the founder and producer at Dirty Nerdy Burlesque - a spectacular show held several times a year. We thoroughly enjoyed getting to know this brilliant star and can not wait to check out the next show she will be putting on. Join in on thi...2019-07-3000 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 37 - SDCC 2019!!!!!!We sat down and talked about some of the exciting things coming out of SDCC this year. At least through Saturday afternoon when we recorded, lol. Join in the conversation and let us know what you are most excited about. Thank you all for listening and as always, we love you all! Stay eclectic!
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The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 36 - Meshup 1 With IC Star Wars, Michael Havens!!This week was so much fun! We had our first meshup episode with Michael Havens of the IC Star Wars podcast and the Imperial Commissary Colectors Convention. In case you didn't know, Michael has created something super special in the ICCC. If you geek out like we do over Star Wars toys and collectibles, The ICCC is where you want to be. They have so many different Facebook groups for selling and trading, as well as the Imperial Commissary Collectors Convention happening September 13th, 14th & 15th at the Williamson County Expo Park, 4215 Long Ln, Franklin, TN 37064. This is going to be a...2019-07-1600 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 35 - Blood Force Trauma with Jake Smith and Hiram CorbettThis week we sit down with two awesome creatives, Jake Smith and Hiram Corbett, who are developing a new comic called Blood Force Trauma. If you have not seen the website you owe it to yourself to check it out. This is going to be super cool. They have a Kickstarter going to fund the project which we will have the links at the bottom for you to help out and be a part of supporting independent artists. In this show we discuss all about their background and inspiration to where they'd like to go. Join in on the conv...2019-06-2200 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 34 - Live @ Columbia Comic Book & Toy ExpoIn our tour of conventions starting this year, this week we are live @ the Columbia Comic Book & Toy Expo @ the National Guard Armory in Columbia, TN. This was such a fun show! So thankful to David Potts for having us out. We got to talk to so many fantastic artists and authors whose work is absolutely amazing. We have links below to all of our guests. Please check them out and support their work. Comics, books, cosplay and conventions were among the many topics we discuss. Join in on the conversation and let us know who you checked out and wh...2019-06-1000 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 33 - Small Roles, Big Impact! An Interview With Femi TaylorOola was a green-skinned Twi'lek slave forced to dance for Jabba The Hut. We meet her in the Star Wars cinematic universe in Episode VI - Return of the Jedi where she was portrayed by Femi Taylor. Today we are joined by Ms. Taylor for a quick interview. This was a great honor for us. Femi was an absolute delight to talk with and we are all onboard to bring Oola back, perhaps in an origin story!. After the interview we dive in to Matt's world and discuss film and TV roles that were small but had a huge impact o...2019-05-2500 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 32 - Suitcase Souls, Live!This week we sit down and talk with Marci Coleman and Kyle Pruzina who form the band Suitcase Souls. We thoroughly enjoyed this show as this is one extraordinarily talented band. They are newly formed, yet their writing and singing are on a level that would make you believe the’ve been performing together for years. Not only do they answer some questions for us, they perform a few tunes as well. Please take the time and check them out. Find them on social media using the handle @suitcasesouls Be on the lookout for their full length album to drop la...2019-05-1900 min
Tome of All DoomsCamp Nerdly and PaulA pre convention report about Camp Nerdly and gamer stories about a lovely gent named Paul.2019-05-1709 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 31 - Collective, Assemble! Marvel Infinity Saga Wrap Up Part 2*******Avengers: Endgame Spoiler Alert*******
Please be warned, if you have not watched Avengers:Endgame pause this show and go watch it now!!! This is all about the Infinity Saga including detailed discussion about Endgame.
The saga continues in part 2 of our very first live show broadcasting from Starbase 1552 Comics in Franklin, TN! This show was so much fun. Thank you to everyone who came out to join us! This was obviously a very long show so we split it up in to two episodes. Along with the wrap up talk, we talk to the owner of Sta...2019-05-1200 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 30 - Collective, Assemble! Marvel Infinity Saga Wrap Up Part 1*******Avengers: Endgame Spoiler Alert*******
Please be warned, if you have not watched Avengers:Endgame pause this show and go watch it now!!! This is all about the Infinity Saga including detailed discussion about Endgame.
This is part 1 in our very first live show broadcasting from Starbase 1552 Comics in Franklin, TN! This show was so much fun. Thank you to everyone who came out to join us! This was obviously a very long show so we split it up in to two episodes. Along with the wrap up talk, we talk to the owner of Starbase and ge...2019-05-0600 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 29 - Summer Blockbuster Movie Spectacular!It's time to pick our top 10 box office performers of the summer! In this episode we also welcome our newest member of the collective, Micah Wooten! This episode was full of unexpected controversy where so many of us disagreed. It was awesome. Join in on the conversation and tell us where you think the summer movies will rank. Thank you all for listening and as always, we love you all!2019-04-1900 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 28 - Moon River, Comedic Stylings of Chevy Chase!We gather here today to pay homage to the comedic stylings of Cornelius Crane "Chevy" Chase! From his days on Saturday Night Live through today, we dive in to all our favs. We talk about how we were introduced to Chevy, where he ranks as far as actors, some of our favorite SNL skits, his best roles and some roles you might be surprised he turned down. In our Jim's Gems segment (#trademark LOL) we lay down some very interesting facts that surprised us, and we're fans. At the end we play a game, well it's not sleep with, marr...2019-04-1200 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 27 - Wrestlemania Weekend Preview!It's that time of year! The biggest weekend in professional wrestling and we are here to lend our two cents on what we think about the matches and Hall Of Fame inductees. Which way are we leaning? Who do we think will win and who will move on to better things? Join in on the conversation and let us know your thoughts!! Thank you for listening and as always, we love you all!2019-04-0600 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 26 - We're Getting The Band Back Together! The Blues BrothersThis is a fun episode! This week we dive into the life and times of Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. From their beginnings on SNL to their movie careers and everything in between. Obviously we lost John too soon but He still gave us a few classic characters. Dan is still going strong and we can't wait to see everywhere his work takes us. Join in on the conversation and tell us your favorite moments and top movies. Lot of darkness involved, but with every dark there is a light and we try out best to shine the light on t...2019-03-2300 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 25 - The Man, The Myth, The Character - Jack Ryan!I'm an analyst. I don't interrogate people, I write reports! Today we dive in to one of our favorite characters from the Tom Clancy novels and movies, Jack Ryan. This is one of our favorites, well most of us LOL!! There's one stand out, bet you can't guess who..... Join in on the conversation as we talk about our favorite ways to enjoy this character and why one of us likes big horned unicorns! LOL, you have to listen. Thank you all for tuning in and as always, we love you all!!2019-03-1100 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 24 - WWE Legend and Hall Of Famer, Koko B WareWe are live in Mount Juliet TN with WWE legend and Hall Of Famer, The Birdman Koko B Ware! This is such a fun episode where Koko talks about the origin of his nickname and talks all about his career as a professional wrestler, and a hero of our childhood. There might even be a surprise vocal sampling in there as well. Join us for this exciting episode and watch out for more shows coming to you in conjunction with Man Cave Inc., a new sports collectible store where you can find great autographed memorabilia, game cards and much, muc...2019-02-0300 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 23 - Wrestling Talk with David Reed and Ricky O!What a special way to start off the new year! Join us as we host special guests David Reed of Squared Circle Radio and The Midday 180 on 104.5 The Zone AND wrestling promoter and business insider whose career spans across three decades, Ricky O. of Man Cave Inc. This was so much fun talking wrestling with these guys who clearly share our love and passion for the business. Lots of cool stories and some really fascination insight to the past, present and future of wrestling. Stay with us to the end of this one as we announce a special event fo...2019-01-2600 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 081 – DNA Millwood Chapter with Anika and MattFirst Group picture pic.twitter.com/Ue75tvKTZy
— DNA Millwood Chapter (@dnamillwood) November 10, 2016
A while ago, friend of the show Jack Ward approached us about making his High School's nerdly arts club into a branch of the Department of Nerdly Affairs. We naturally were flattered, and accepted- thus the DNA Millwood Chapter was born! Now we sit down with Anika MacMullen and her co-president Matt Bambrick to talk about the club, it's membership, and their activities. Then Anika and Matt turn the tables on us, and interview Don and Rob about some burning questions they have about our org...2018-12-2430 minThe Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 081 – DNA Millwood Chapter with Anika and MattFirst Group picture pic.twitter.com/Ue75tvKTZy — DNA Millwood Chapter (@dnamillwood) November 10, 2016 A while ago, friend of the show Jack Ward approached us about making his High School’s nerdly arts club into a branch of the Department of Nerdly Affairs. We naturally were flattered, and accepted- thus the DNA Millwood Chapter was born! Now we... Read More2018-12-2430 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 22 - Christmas 2018!Join us for a conversation on how we spend the holiday season. We are looking forward to doing this show each year to see how traditions change. In this show we discuss our favorite things about the holidays and how Brian just LOOOOVESSSS Christmas music, LOL. Let us know all your favorite traditions for this time of year, even if they do not reflect our beliefs, we would love to hear from everyone. Thank you all for listening. Merry Christmas and as always we love you all!!2018-12-2400 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 21 - It's All About Mel Brooks!Oh, we've been waiting for this one! Mel Brooks is the architect of our style of humor and we could not wait to talk about him in long form. We discuss so many aspects of this life and works and from time to time break out in song. You just can't help it when talking about Mel's movies. Join in with us as we dive into one of our greatest inspirations and have a ton of fun. Let us know you favorites and please be kind and help us remain PG, LOL!! Thank you for listening and as always, we lov...2018-12-0900 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 20 - Wrap-up Episode No. 3 Thanksgiving EditionGobble, gobble you eclectic turkeys! It's wrap up time, thanksgiving style. Join us as we discus our holiday favorites including food and entertainment. We always have fun talking about food. I'm getting hungry just typing this right now, LOL!! Get in on the conversation and let us know your holiday favorites, even if it's for a different holiday. Doesn't have to be turkey day, doesn't have to be an American holiday. We have an amazing, eclectic audience and we want to learn about you. You never know, you might wind up with a spot on one of our episode. Thank yo...2018-11-2700 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 19 - They May Take Our Lives, But They'll Never Take Our Podcast!!!We are back!!! It's time for a discussion about epic and biographical films, the characters in them and the actors and actresses who played them. Follow along as we dive in to one of Matt's personal favorite genre combos. We know that these are two different genres, but that doesn't stop Jim from highlighting ALL the grey area and Brian from dropping a controversial film choice. Listen and see if you agree with him and if so, give us a response on Facebook with #imwithbrianecp! This was a super fun show. Once we get our premium video going you will...2018-11-1100 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 18 - Wrap-up Episode No. 2We continue with the second in a series of Wrap-up episodes where they are less formal and more random. Anything and everything can be discussed as it's just things we feel we need to get out there and discuss based on things currently happening in the world of entertainment. Thank you all for listenting and we love you all!!
Chicken Attack
Created by Portal A (http://portal-a.com) and the Gregory Brothers Starring the Gregory Brothers: Andrew Gregory, Evan Gregory, Michael Gregory, Sarah Gregory Featured Artist: Takeo Ischi http://www.takeoischi.com/
Executive Pro...2018-11-0200 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 17 - Yo Adrian, We Did It!!!!It's time for a long form discussion on the Rocky movie series. This series is very special to us and it's now crossing over in to a new generation with the introduction of the Creed movies. Join us as we discuss out favorites and some general talk about boxing movies and the sport itself. You are also treated to Jim's incredibly awful impersonation of Rocky in the intro skit. It's pretty bad, LOL!!! Listen in and have some fun with us, and as alway, we love you all!!!
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The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 16 - Wrap-up Episode No. 1This is our first in a series of Wrap-up episodes where they are less formal and more random. Anything and everything can be discussed as it's just things we feel we need to get out there and discuss based on things currently happening in the world of entertainment. Thank you all for listenting and we love you all!!2018-10-1400 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 15 - Man, Myth, Master Of The Man Bun, Kevin Zion With Lucky P!In this episode with sit down with a great wrestling talent, Kevin Zion and his esteemed manager (and wrestling enclyclopedia), Luck P. Join us and the Legion Of Lucky as we dive in to their carreers and talk about all things wrestling. This was a very exciting episode for us and look forward to having these two on again. Message us on Facebook and let us know your favorite wreslting moments, either televised or local. We love it all, and as always, we love you all!!!2018-10-0600 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 14 - No Retreat, No Surrender!It’s time for a long form discussion on our favorite martial arts movies, TV shows, actors and martial artists. Join in as we karate chop our way through this hilarious episode where Jim invents the art of Schawck FU, Matt forgets how to speak English again, and everyone joins in with lots of interesting sound effects. We are joined by special guest Jarrell McDaniel who brings a fantastic perspective from a fan of the old school martial arts genre. Join in on the conversation and tell us your favorites. And as always, we love you all!!!2018-09-3000 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 13 - Lighten up, Fancis!In this episode we laugh at all the humor from military comedies. We discuss favorite movies, tvs shows and Tom Selleck's mustache!! If you listen, you'll get the reference.....trust me. We had such fun with this episode. We hope you will join in with the converstaion on Facebook and tell us your favs. Thank you all for listening and we love you all!2018-09-1500 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 12 - Do you feel lucky, punk?!?In this episode we discuss in longform the amazing acting and directing of Clint Eastwood. His career has spun 6 decades and is still going. Listen in as we talk about his influence and style. Join in on the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Thank you all for listening. 2018-08-2500 min
The Eclectic CollectiveEpisode 11 - Juke Box Hero!It's finally time for us to strike up the band and play with another favorite entertainment medium of ours, music! Join us as we host special guest Chad Grant, AKA The Low End Warrior, a prominent musician in Nashville that once shared the stage with Jim in the Tragedy Kings.2018-08-1900 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 48 – History of Manga (Part 2)In this episode, Rob and Don finish their discussion of the History of Japanese Comics. Starting in the 1980’s, they discuss the rise and fall of Shonen Jump, how Dragonball changed everything, and how modern manga have been influenced by animation. All this, and Bakuman, in this episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs. Closing... Read More2017-08-1230 min
The Gauntlet PodcastEpisode 102 - Camp Nerdly, Monsterhearts: Mercy Falls, Alas for the Awful SeaTimecodes Camp Nerdly (00:21) Penguins of Madagascar vs. Cthulhu (02:49) Archipelago III “The Last of Us” (03:43) Firebrands (05:38) Ten Candles (08:58) PbtA in May (15:45) Monsterhearts: Mercy Falls (17:14) Damn the Man! Save the Music! (27:58) Alas for the Awful Sea! (29:04) Giving Me Life Origins 2017 (38:16) Prepping for a brand-new campaign (39:49) Codex - Time (41:19) Links Our website www.gauntlet-rpg.com Our Patreon patreon.com/gauntlet Follow us on Twitter @GauntletRPG2017-06-0647 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 037 – Death and the Nerdly ArtsRob, Don and Jack Ward explore the place of death in the nerdly arts. From superheroes who never die, to the real life celebrities who do (for now), and how our own fears of death shape our entertainment of choice, the trio head down a funerary rabbit hole. It’s an episode of grave humour, and... Read More2017-03-1230 minThe Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 037 – Death and the Nerdly Arts
Rob, Don and Jack Ward explore the place of death in the nerdly arts. From superheroes who never die, to the real life celebrities who do (for now), and how our own fears of death shape our entertainment of choice, the trio head down a funerary rabbit hole. It's an episode of grave humour, and sober considerations about the future of the kind you'll only find on the Department of Nerdly Affairs.
Closing Music:
Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt
Things Discussed:
The Princess Diarist
Nicholas Hammond
Rocket Robin Hood
King Arthur
Edward Snowden
Bill and Ted play Chess w...2017-03-1230 minThe Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 029 – Our One Year AnniversaryRob and Don have been at this for a year, and take a show to look back on 28 episodes of the Department of Nerdly Affairs and how far they’ve come. They discuss the origins of the show, some behind the scenes thoughts about the different episodes and their guests, and finish with a special... Read More2016-11-1930 minThe Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 029 – Our One Year Anniversary
Rob and Don have been at this for a year, and take a show to look back on 28 episodes of the Department of Nerdly Affairs and how far they've come. They discuss the origins of the show, some behind the scenes thoughts about the different episodes and their guests, and finish with a special announcement. (No, the show isn't ending.) So, come on in and join us to celebrate one year of the Department of Nerdly Affairs!
Closing Music:
Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt
Things Discussed:
Check individual episodes for show notes.2016-11-1930 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 025 – The Kevin Doak Comedy Hour
In this episode, Rob and Don sit down with comedian Kevin Doak to discuss comedy and the nerdly arts. The trio debate which superhero you want to have over for dinner, why the Walking Dead needs more laughs, and the depressed turnout of Batman v. Superman. All this, and why Shawn of the Dead is the most realistic zombie movie ever, is waiting for you in this, the 25th episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs.
Closing Music:
Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt
Things discussed:
Don Rickles
Honest Trailers Batman v. Superman
Shawn of the Dead
Callahan's Crosstime S...2016-09-231h 31The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 025 – The Kevin Doak Comedy HourIn this episode, Rob and Don sit down with comedian Kevin Doak to discuss comedy and the nerdly arts. The trio debate which superhero you want to have over for dinner, why the Walking Dead needs more laughs, and the depressed turnout of Batman v. Superman. All this, and why Shawn of the Dead is... Read More2016-09-231h 31
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 24 – Science Fiction Author Gary GibsonIn this episode, Rob and Don interview Scottish science fiction writer Gary Gibson about his career, writing Space Opera, and why Science Fiction has become boring. All this, and why Zardoz is a classic film, in this episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs. Closing Music: Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt Things Discussed:... Read More2016-09-0930 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 022 – Heavy Metal ThunderIn this episode, Rob and Don are joined by music historian Richard Moule to discuss their mutual love and admiration for the musical art form known as Heavy Metal. The trio trace Metal’s history and inspirations, and talk about how metal became THE nerdly music of choice. All this, and why Death Metal is really redneck... Read More2016-08-1330 minThe Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 022 – Heavy Metal ThunderIn this episode, Rob and Don are joined by music historian Richard Moule to discuss their mutual love and admiration for the musical art form known as Heavy Metal. The trio trace Metal's history and inspirations, and talk about how metal became THE nerdly music of choice. All this, and why Death Metal is really redneck music, here for you in this episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs.
Closing Music: Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt
Things Discussed:
Black Sabbath
Judas Priest
Transformers the Movie (1986) Soundtrack
Jethro Tull
The Moody Blues
Hammer Horror
Dennis Wheatley
Iron Maiden
Motorhead
Nig...2016-08-1330 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast Episode 011 – Teen CultureIn this episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs, Rob and Don discuss the dreaded creatures known as teenagers! Slouching their way from post-WWII suburbia, these strange beings have had a huge effect on culture and media, and the pair are joined by the Sonic Society’s Jack Ward to discuss their past, present and future.... Read More2016-03-141h 21The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast Episode 011 – Teen CultureIn this episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs, Rob and Don discuss the dreaded creatures known as teenagers! Slouching their way from post-WWII suburbia, these strange beings have had a huge effect on culture and media, and the pair are joined by the Sonic Society's Jack Ward to discuss their past, present and future. Along the way they discuss Archie, Star Trek, Social Justice and Slactivism, with a dose of Footloose to keep everyone dancing. All this and Mr. Skygack of Mars are waiting for you in this, the 11th episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs!
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The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 010 – Twisted Robot Mego Chicken TheatreIn this episode, Rob interviews Don about his Mego toymaking hobby. They discuss the history of the Mego company, the current state of Mego fandom, and the future of toys in a 3-D Printing world. All this, and the Mego Mangler are waiting for you in this 10th episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs.... Read More2016-02-271h 07
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 008 – Are Superhero Movies Bad for Us?Welcome Operatives to the Department of Nerdly Affairs. In this episode, Rob and Don are joined by indomitable Jack Ward, host of the Sonic Society Podcast, to discuss actor/writer Simon Pegg’s article about the infantalization of popular culture and society. The trio go deep into the topic, and come out having discussed Nazis, Adult Films... Read More2016-01-3059 minThe Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 008 – Are Superhero Movies Bad for Us?Welcome Operatives to the Department of Nerdly Affairs. In this episode, Rob and Don are joined by indomitable Jack Ward, host of the Sonic Society Podcast, to discuss actor/writer Simon Pegg's article about the infantalization of popular culture and society. The trio go deep into the topic, and come out having discussed Nazis, Adult Films of the 70s, and the Honeymooners. All this, and how "Free to Be You and Me" affected our childhoods in this episode of The Department of Nerdly Affairs.
Closing Music: Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt
Things Discussed:
The Sonic Society Podcast
Simon P...2016-01-3059 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 006 – A New Years Look at 2015 and 2016Greetings Operatives! In this episode Rob and Don are joined by their friend Chad to discuss the nerdly films of 2015. What was awesome? What barely made the grade? And what didn’t the trio like from 2015? Then we forge on into 2016, and discuss why a new film version of The Little Prince excites... Read More2016-01-021h 35The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 006 – A New Years Look at 2015 and 2016
Greetings Operatives! In this episode Rob and Don are joined by their friend Chad to discuss the nerdly films of 2015. What was awesome? What barely made the grade? And what didn't the trio like from 2015? Then we forge on into 2016, and discuss why a new film version of The Little Prince excites us more than Batman v. Superman, why Yo-Kai Watch may or may not be the next Pokemon, and why Pokemon GO! may result in kids getting a little more than just fresh air! All this, and a heaping helping of Nerd Rage are waiting for you in this...2016-01-021h 35
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 005 – Star Wars MemoriesGreetings Operatives and welcome to the Department of Nerdly Affairs. In this episode, Rob and Don explore the effects that Star Wars has had on their lives, and the culture around them, as they’ve grown up. Comics, cards, toys and the origins of Don’s Beilert Valance action figure are all explored in this episode of... Read More2015-12-181h 11The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast 005 – Star Wars Memories
Greetings Operatives and welcome to the Department of Nerdly Affairs. In this episode, Rob and Don explore the effects that Star Wars has had on their lives, and the culture around them, as they’ve grown up. Comics, cards, toys and the origins of Don’s Beilert Valance action figure are all explored in this episode of the Department of Nerdly Affairs.
Closing Music: Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt
Episode Show Notes:
Star Wars Novelization
NPR's Star Wars Radio Plays
Star Wars Trading Cards
ET Trading Cards
Photonovels
Marvel's Star Wars Comics
Howard Chaykin
Beilert Valance
Walt Simonson
Star...2015-12-181h 11
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast Episode 003- Nerdly Speculators
Welcome Operatives to the Department of Nerdly Affairs, tonight your hosts Rob Paterson and Don Chisholm discuss whether the nerdly spectulators markets of the 80s and 90s helped or hurt nerd culture, and how this crept into the action figure market as well. Don gives us the comic shop eye view of the industry during this period, and we talk about how the Punisher was responsible for the comic speculator's boom of the 1980s. All this and more are waiting for you in Episode Three of The Department of Nerdly Affairs!
Closing Music: Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt
Thing...2015-11-2359 minThe Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast Episode 003- Nerdly SpeculatorsWelcome Operatives to the Department of Nerdly Affairs, tonight your hosts Rob Paterson and Don Chisholm
discuss whether the nerdly spectulators markets of the 80s and 90s helped or hurt nerd culture, and how this
crept into the action figure market as well. Don gives us the comic shop eye view of the industry during
this period, and we talk about how the Punisher was responsible for the comic speculator's boom of the
1980s. All this and more are waiting for you in Episode Three of The Department of Nerdly Affairs!
... Read More2015-11-2359 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast Episode 002- Audience ExpectationsWelcome Operatives to the Department of Nerdly Affairs, tonight your hosts Rob Paterson and Don Chisholm discuss how audience expectations shape how people create media and react to it. In addition, we discuss Jack Campbell’s The Lost Fleet series, what really makes a story “Adult”, why Hollywood can’t get Wonder Woman right, and International Comics... Read More2015-11-2200 minThe Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast Episode 002- Audience ExpectationsWelcome Operatives to the Department of Nerdly Affairs, tonight your hosts Rob Paterson and Don Chisholm discuss how audience expectations shape how people create media and react to it. In addition, we discuss Jack Campbell's The Lost Fleet series, what really makes a story "Adult", why Hollywood can't get Wonder Woman right, and International Comics culture. All that, plus the Combat Sign Wave and Phantom Lady's incredible cleavage are waiting for you in this week's episode of The Department of Nerdly Affairs.
Closing Music: Ode to Joy performed by Oliver Eckelt
Things Discussed:
The Lost Fleet by Jack Campbell
Show Do...2015-11-2200 min
The Department of Nerdly AffairsDNA Podcast Episode 001- Writing Scifi and HorrorRob Paterson and Don Chisholm discuss the books Ready Player One and H. Beam Piper's Space Viking. We're also going to discuss the idea behind the common writing advice "Write what you know", the techniques of Stephen King, and why writers have a lot to learn from HP Lovecraft and the Scottish pirate metal band Alestorm. All this, and a heaping helping of magic white guys are ahead for you in this episode of The Department of Nerdly Affairs.... Read More2015-11-2100 min