This week Jahmez is still lost somewhere in the multiverse so we sent Fray out to go find him but Cam ended up coming thru the portal instead with company in tow! We were joined by Ryan from Nerd Culture, and Esteban and Ash from the Comix Podcast! This Episode we discuss: Is Mephisto finally showing up in the MCU? We mourn the passing of John Romita Sr Extraction 3 is in developement Linda Hamilton joins the cast of stranger things Netflix is opening a pop up eatery in LA Giancarlo Esposito Joins the cast for the new Universal Monster Film Carrie Fishers final film to be released Rick and Morty Season 7 window announced Velma is officially getting a season 2 Harley Quinn season 4 gets a release window The flash director lands another major DC movie Scarlet Johanssons Marvel project is still in development Sony announces 2 dates for future spider films And Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty gets a launch window Traversing the Nerdy Podcast Multiverse… it’s Distance NERDing! Distance Nerding : Website The Nerdington post : Facebook Group Comic Con Radio : Network Website Toy Fusion : Website Kyber Cave : Website Beehive Collectibles : Website Thirst Consignment : Instagram Project Wish Upon A Star : Prefered Charity PodDecks : Sponsor Dubby : Sponsor
Jahmez goes missing again, so Fourzze and Fraygirl come to save the day!!! This week we discuss: We react to the new Agent Elvis, Street Fighter duel, and History of the World Part II Trailers The Last Airbender’s Azula is getting a new Graphic Novel Ridleys Scotts Gladiator 2 gets a release date Gaming Industry is upset after James Gunn announces Connected DC Media James Gunn Shares Comics that are inspiring his universe Marvels Hit Monkey is renewed for a new season Scott LAngs Memoir from Antman: Quantumania is real David Yost Shares the script for the first episode of his Quantum Continuum Show Star Wars Visions Volume 2 is announced Loki Season 2 Footage reveals a returning Character And James Gunn Addresses how some DC Characters are staying in The DCU Rebooting the DC Universe but only in our heads… it’s Distance NERDing! Distance Nerding : Website The Nerdington post : Facebook Group Toy Fusion : Website Kyber Cave : Website Beehive Collectibles : Website Thirst Consignment : Instagram Project Wish Upon A Star : Prefered Charity PodDecks : Sponsor Dubby : Sponsor
🪐 Episode SummaryThis week on Distance NERDing, the crew dives headfirst into the fandom multiverse — from Sadie Sink possibly joining the MCU as a Punisher protégé, to Hugh Jackman refusing to hang up the claws, and why Roda the Hutt might just be Star Wars’ next thirst trap (you read that right). We honor legendary artist Drew Struzan, roast Belarus for banning us (again), and debate who deserves the short king crown of Marvel.Things escalate fast when the team invents the galaxy’s weirdest ship: Rodd-ula (Roda the Hutt x Hera Syndulla). Please, internet — don’t make it a thing.Also on deck: Demon Slayer breaks box office records 🔥 Splinter Cell sneaks onto Netflix 🎮 Percy Jackson casts Kate McKinnon as Aphrodite 💘 George Lucas moves on, and James Gunn’s Swamp Thing rises from the muck 🌿 Plus, a Batman debate and Jessica Jones’ possible MCU comeback.This one’s got jokes, chaos, and enough caffeine to summon a kaiju.⸻⏱️ Timestamps & Topics00:00 – Live warning: “Unusual humor unsuitable for humans”01:00 – Meet the Nerd Squad: Yung Phil, Jahmez 5000 & Jen the Fray Girl03:00 – Sponsor shout-out: Dubby Energy + Chainsaw Man flavor05:00 – Geek Freaks Network update06:00 – 🎨 In Memoriam: Drew Struzan — the man who painted our childhood08:20 – Rumors: Sadie Sink joins the MCU?13:00 – Hugh Jackman’s endless Wolverine comeback16:00 – Glen Powell as Nova?!19:30 – Star Wars rumors: Roda the Hutt’s glow-up23:30 – Hera Syndulla’s return + “Stop shipping Rodd-ula!”25:30 – Quick Bites: Demon Slayer, Stranger Things 5, Percy Jackson, Swamp Thing, Knightfall, Jessica Jones43:00 – “Stop trying to make Rodd-ula a Thing” is born45:00+ – The Download: Anime, DC, Marvel & George Lucas moving on⸻💡 Key Takeaways Drew Struzan’s art proved movie magic starts with imagination. Sadie Sink might trade Hawkins for heavy artillery. Hugh Jackman refuses retirement — multiversal muscles incoming. Glen Powell could be Marvel’s next Nova (and he knows he’s pretty). Roda the Hutt is allegedly hot now. The fandom is not okay. Hera deserves the spotlight — maybe not a Hutt boyfriend. Demon Slayer rules the box office once again. James Gunn’s Swamp Thing might beat Marvel to the horror punch. Jessica Jones’ return reminds us: Marvel fans love trauma with whiskey.⸻💬 Best Quotes“We’re banned in Belarus again — all because of a song.”“Roda the Hutt isn’t a kaiju, but he might be a thirst trap.”“Stop trying to make Rodd-ula happen. It’s not going to happen!”“We need short king energy in the MCU — Feige, where’s our Hobbit Wolverine?”“Drew Struzan didn’t paint posters — he painted memories.”⸻📢 Call to ActionIf you laughed, cringed, or started Googling ‘Roda x Hera fan art’ (please don’t), hit Subscribe!Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review — it helps fellow nerds find the chaos.Share the episode and tag us with #DistanceNERDing so we can geek out with you!⸻🔗 Links & Resources🎧 Listen: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube🌐 Visit: DistanceNERDing.com⚡ Dubby Energy – Use code NERDING10 for 10% off💥 Proud partner of the Geek Freaks Network⸻🤖 Follow UsInstagram / TikTok / Facebook / YouTube: @DistanceNERDingThreads & BlueSky: @DistanceNERDingSend us your hottest takes — we might roast you on air!⸻🎧 Listener QuestionsGot a rumor or theory you want featured?Email info@DistanceNERDing.com or drop a comment on our socials!⸻Apple Podcast Tags:Distance NERDing, Pop Culture Podcast, Marvel MCU News, Star Wars Podcast, Nerd Comedy, Comic Con Interviews, Anime News, DCU Updates, Geek Culture, Movie Reviews, TV Shows, Cosplay, Comic Books, Video Games, Entertainment News, Funny Nerd Podcast, Drew Struzan Tribute, Sadie Sink Marvel, Hugh Jackman Wolverine, Star Wars Roda the Hutt, Distance NERDing Podcast
Episode SummaryThe NERDs are back for Chapter 245, and it’s gloriously chaotic! Recorded live (so yes, expect unfiltered weirdness), Yung Phil, Jahmez5000, SHDU, and Jen the Fraygirl dive deep into Marvel multiverse madness, movie rumors, and all things pop culture.From Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson possibly reviving The Scorpion King (because apparently we needed that?) to a Punisher vs. Tombstone showdown, tacos are flying and the takes are spicy. The crew breaks down Marvel Zombies, X-Men ‘97, Vision Quest, Daredevil: Born Again, and recaps New York Comic Con.Funniest moment? When the team imagined Victor Von Doom holding hands with Aunt May — a scene guaranteed to make Peter “get his tingle back.”⸻⏰ Timestamps & Topics[00:00] – Chaos warning (live show alert)[02:00] – Sponsors, shoutouts & chicken-flavored energy drinks[06:30] – “Banned in Belarus” begins[07:00] – The Rock resurrects The Scorpion King?![09:10] – Punisher vs. Tombstone – MCU goes dark?[12:00] – Spider-Man reunion theories (Aunt May? Tony? Doom??)[15:00] – Marvel Zombies rise again[20:00] – X-Men ‘97 Season 3 confirmed[23:00] – Vision Quest trailer talk[25:00] – Daredevil: Born Again rumors heat up[28:10] – Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man gets Venom & Daredevil[31:00] – Andrew Garfield says “f*** no” to more Spidey[33:00] – Wonder Man looks delightfully unhinged[38:00] – NYCC Recap + Avatar: The Last Airbender game reveal[40:00] – Running Man reboot goes full neon dystopia⸻🧠 Key Takeaways• The Rock’s CGI may rise again… but maybe it shouldn’t.• Punisher vs. Tombstone could push MCU boundaries.• Fans aren’t tired of the multiverse — just lazy storytelling.• Marvel Zombies is the undead refresh we needed.• X-Men ‘97 continues its 90s domination.• Vision Quest teases emotional chaos (and Wiccan/Speed).• Daredevil: Born Again ties straight into Brand New Day.• Wonder Man = BoJack Horseman meets She-Hulk.• Avatar: The Last Airbender expands with new lore & game.• Running Man reboot swaps 80s cheese for modern paranoia.⸻💬 Best Quotes“If Victor Von Doom walks in holding Aunt May’s hand… that’s how you break the internet.”“Fans aren’t fatigued with superheroes — they’re fatigued with bad writing.”“My tacos are slightly rotted, but still on the table.”“The Rock doesn’t need to reheat The Scorpion King — that CGI was cursed enough.”“If the Punisher handled my socials, it’d be all bullets and hashtags.”⸻📢 Call to ActionLoved the chaos? Smash Subscribe, drop a 5-star review, and join the #DistanceNERDing movement! Share your favorite moment and tag us for a shoutout next episode.⸻🔗 Links & Resources🎧 Listen: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube🌐 Visit: DistanceNERDing.com⚡ Dubby Energy – Code NERDING10 for 10% off💥 Geek Freaks Network Partner⸻📱 Follow UsInstagram | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook | Threads → @DistanceNERDing⸻❓ Listener QuestionsGot a wild theory or hot nerd take? Drop us a message at DistanceNERDing@aol.com or DM us! Your question could make it on-air next week.⸻Apple Podcast Tags:Marvel, Spider-Man, Daredevil, Multiverse, X-Men97, Marvel Zombies, ComicCon, The Rock, Pop Culture, Movies, TV, Nerd Culture, DistanceNERDing
Episode Summary:This week, the chaos is multiversal and delicious! Young Phil, Jenn the Fray, and SHDU are back online (finally escaping the 1700s) and diving into the nerdiest news of the week — from Marvel’s mysterious Phase Six shake-ups to Doctor Doom rumors that could rock the MCU harder than a headbanging mom on Taco Tuesday.The crew debates mutant supremacy, Elektra’s return, Vision Quest conspiracies, and whether Daredevil should team up with Spider-Man — all while celebrating International Taco Day and somehow working in “moist liquids” and an extremely inappropriate Barney song. Yeah, it’s that kind of night.Grab your tacos, manifest that pickle-flavored energy drink, and get ready for another hilarious, nerd-packed ride through rumors, rants, and ridiculousness!⸻🕒 Timestamps & Topics[00:00] – Live chaos & questionable humanity[01:15] – Taco Tuesday meets International Taco Day 🌮[05:00] – Shoutout to Dubby Energy & Geek Freaks Network[07:00] – MCU Rumors: Phase Six shrinking?![08:10] – Kang, Doom & the “jackknifed MCU”[10:45] – Mutant mayhem: Sinister vs. Apocalypse[13:00] – Big purple tacos & the Barney song[15:20] – Doctor Doom trailer rumors + #DirtyDisney[17:30] – Vision Quest Season 2? Ship of Theseus tacos[21:25] – Elektra returns?! Chaos & money[24:50] – Daredevil x Spider-Man crossover (three-breath screamer!)[27:30] – Florence Pugh: MCU’s new queen & Oracle[30:00] – Spider-Man’s villain: Chaithra, not Shakira (probably)[33:00] – Multiversal shapeshifters & Peter’s therapy bills[37:00] – Star Wars Starfighter: Rey or Cal Kestis?[39:30] – Mangold’s DC/Star Wars juggling act[41:50] – Edgar Wright’s Running Man reboot (with moist liquids!?)[43:40] – Henry Cavill’s Highlander: “There not only can be one!”[End] – Tacos consumed, brains melted, rumors downloaded⸻💡 Key Takeaways• Marvel’s Phase 6 might be shrinking — and it’s not just Kang’s fault.• Sinister & Apocalypse could tag-team the next mutant era.• Doctor Doom may arrive early thanks to #DirtyDisney.• Vision Quest 2? The tacos say no.• Elektra’s comeback = drama, chaos, and cash.• Daredevil + Spider-Man = legal action and fan satisfaction.• Yelena Belova is the MCU’s new tactical queen.• Brand New Day might secretly be a soft Avengers flick.• Star Wars Starfighter could unite Rey, Cal Kestis, or chaos.• Henry Cavill proves there can be only one (maybe).⸻🗣️ Best Quotes“My tacos are off the table — but my heart is on the grill.”“I hate you, you hate me, let’s all create a— [censored].” – Sinister as Barney“Hashtag Dirty Disney — that’s what this is.”“Moist liquids. Eli Roth definitely likes his moist liquids.”“There only not can be one!” – The quote that broke the multiverse.“Big purple tacos are on the table.”⸻🚀 Call to ActionIf you laughed, cringed, or learned too much taco philosophy:⭐️ Subscribe on your favorite podcast app💬 Leave a 5-star review (helps fellow nerds find us!)📣 Share using #DistanceNERDing⸻🔗 Links & Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more🌐 DistanceNERDing.com⚡ Dubby Energy – Code NERDING10 for 10% off🛒 Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion | Colossus Girl Ent🎤 Comic Conversations: Diane Pershing episode out now!💥 Part of the Geek Freaks Network⸻📲 Follow UsInstagram | Facebook | Threads | TikTok | YouTube | Twitch | BlueSky | Discord→ @DistanceNERDing⸻❓ Listener QuestionsGot a theory, taco recipe, or nerdy debate we should cover next?Email DistanceNERDing@AOL.com (yes, it’s real).⸻Apple Podcast Tags:Marvel rumors, MCU Phase 6, Doctor Doom, Spider-Man Brand New Day, Daredevil crossover, Florence Pugh, Vision Quest, X-Men reboot, Henry Cavill Highlander, Star Wars Starfighter, Distance NERDing podcast, nerd news, pop culture, comic cons, geek humor, funny podcast, tacos and pop culture,
Episode SummaryNERDS!! We’re going green with the legendary Diane Pershing, the iconic voice of Poison Ivy from Batman: The Animated Series! From her days on Broadway to voicing Gotham’s deadliest botanist, Diane shares her journey through music, theater, writing nineteen romance novels, and finding her true voice in animation.We talk about Ivy’s intelligence, sensuality, and moral code, plus how Andrea Romano brought out magic in the cast. Diane also dishes on The Love Boat, writing for TV, becoming a film critic, and why chasing your craft beats chasing fame. It’s witty, heartfelt, and pure nerd joy. 🌿💋⸻🕒 Timestamps & Topics[00:00] Welcome + Diane’s intro[02:00] Growing up geeky & Broadway dreams[05:00] Musicals, music, and mastering voice[10:00] Becoming Poison Ivy — “Tinker Bell on hormones!”[13:00] Finding Ivy’s sensual intelligence[14:00] Writing for The Love Boat[15:00] 19 romance novels & the heartbreak behind them[17:00] From novelist to film critic[20:00] Quality vs. cash-grab sequels[21:00] Embracing success & beating imposter syndrome[23:00] Inside Batman: TAS magic[25:00] Ivy & Harley’s friendship goals[27:00] “Get me a Diane Pershing type!”[30:00] VO advice: “Perfect your craft, not your fame”[32:00] Acting > Voice: “Small V, Big A”[36:00] Life, travel & loving the fans 🌍⸻🌸 Key Takeaways • Voice acting starts with passion — Diane turned music and theater into a legendary VO career. • Poison Ivy’s voice = beauty + brains — “Tinker Bell on hormones” but with a PhD. • 19 romance novels later — heartbreak makes great art. • Perfect your craft, not your fame. Quality lasts longer than hype. • Batman: TAS was pure magic — real actors, real emotion, timeless writing. • Embrace your journey. Diane’s learned to love her legacy (and her fanbase!).⸻🎧 Call to Action💚 Love this chat? Subscribe, rate ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, and leave a review!💬 Tag us with #DistanceNERDing and share your favorite Poison Ivy moment!⸻🔗 Links & Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere nerds stream.🌐 DistanceNERDing.com☕ Buy Us a Taco → BuyMeACoffee🎤 Comic Cons: Colossus Girl Ent🤝 Friends: Project Wish Upon A Star | SAC Geeks | Comic Con Radio🛒 Stores: Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion⚡ Sponsors: Dubby Energy (Code: NERDing10 for 10% off)🧢 Merch: Grab your gear and rep the nerd fam at cons near you!⸻📲 Follow UsFollow @DistanceNERDing everywhere:Instagram | TikTok | Threads | X | Facebook | BlueSky⸻🎤 Listener QuestionsGot a topic or question for a future guest? DM us or tag #DistanceNERDing — we might feature you next!⸻🎧 Apple Podcast TagsDiane Pershing, Poison Ivy, Batman The Animated Series, Voice Acting, DC Comics, Harley Quinn, Andrea Romano, Comic Con, Gotham City, Batman TAS, DC Villains, Pop Culture Podcast, Animation Podcast, Comic Conversations, Distance Nerding,
Episode SummaryNERDS!! This Episode, we sit down with the legendary Ingrid Oliu — the first-ever voice of Detective Renee Montoya in Batman: The Animated Series, and a powerhouse actress known for Stand and Deliver and Real Women Have Curves. From Boyle Heights to Nicaragua, to the halls of Gotham City, Ingrid shares her inspiring journey as a Latina in Hollywood, community activist, and trailblazer in animation history.We talk Batman, tacos al pastor, Central American representation in Hollywood, her work alongside icons like Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill, and what it was like to give voice to one of DC Comics’ most beloved Latina heroes.It’s heartfelt, it’s nerdy, and it’s filled with Bat-Signal-sized laughs.⸻⏰ Timestamps & Topics00:00 – Intro: From East L.A. to Gotham City00:49 – Growing Up Geeky: Adam West Batman… in Spanish?!01:50 – Shared Roots: Nicaraguan pride and family history05:00 – Activism & Community: Fighting for Boyle Heights09:08 – The Acting Bug: Learning English through theater in Nicaragua11:36 – Early Career & Stand and Deliver13:25 – Almost in Flatliners with Kevin Bacon!14:03 – Real Women Have Curves & working with Lupe Ontiveros19:25 – Becoming Renee Montoya: Batman: The Animated Series23:33 – Representing Latinas in Gotham25:28 – Working with Andrea Romano, Mark Hamill, & Kevin Conroy28:09 – Reflections on Career, Theater, and Future Projects30:44 – Taco Talk: The correct answer is al pastor 🌮32:25 – Advice for Young Actors (hint: have backup skills & patience)35:55 – Montoya vs. The Question – Who wins?36:02 – Upcoming Projects & Where to Find Ingrid⸻🔑 Key Takeaways • Latina Trailblazer: Ingrid Oliu was the first voice of Renee Montoya, a character created for Batman: The Animated Series and later integrated into DC Comics. • Hollywood Representation: Her career in Stand and Deliver and Real Women Have Curves broke barriers for Latinas in film and TV. • Community Activism: Beyond acting, Ingrid worked to protect and uplift Boyle Heights, shutting down brothels and drug houses with grassroots activism. • Geeky Beginnings: Ingrid grew up watching Adam West’s Batman dubbed in Spanish while living in Nicaragua. • Nerves Never Fade: Even after decades in the industry, Ingrid still gets nervous at auditions — and she’s totally okay with it. • The Taco Test: If a restaurant can nail tacos al pastor, everything else is gold. Ingrid-approved. 🌮 • Advice to Aspiring Actors: Learn multiple skills, prepare for rejection, and stay kind — because today’s secretary could be tomorrow’s star.⸻📣 Call to ActionLoved this episode? Then help us keep nerding together! • Subscribe to Distance NERDing on your favorite podcast app. • Leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review (we promise it helps more than Bat Shark Repellent). • Share this episode on social media with the hashtag #DistanceNERDing.⸻🔗 Links & Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere nerds stream.🌐 DistanceNERDing.com☕ Buy Us a Taco → BuyMeACoffee🎤 Comic Cons: Colossus Girl Ent🤝 Friends: Project Wish Upon A Star | SAC Geeks | Comic Con Radio🛒 Stores: Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion⚡ Sponsors: Dubby Energy (Code: NERDing10 for 10% off)🧢 Merch: Grab your gear and rep the nerd fam at cons near you!⸻📲 Follow Us • Instagram: @DistanceNERDing • Facebook: Distance NERDing • TikTok: @DistanceNERDing • X / Threads / Bluesky: @DistanceNERDing⸻❓ Listener QuestionsGot questions for our next guest? Want us to cover your favorite fandom? Drop us a DM or email us through the website. We might just feature your question on the next episode!⸻Apple Podcast Tags:Batman The Animated Series, Renee Montoya, Ingrid Oliu, Stand and Deliver, Real Women Have Curves, Latina Actors in Hollywood, Kevin Conroy, Mark Hamill Joker, DC Comics, Batman Voice Actors, Comic Con Panels, Distance NERDing Podcast, Nerd Culture, Latinx Representation
Episode SummaryNERDS!! We’re diving deep into the Batcave of animation history with none other than Frank Paur — the director, producer, and storyboard artist who helped shape Batman: The Animated Series, Gargoyles, Spawn, X-Men Evolution, and Hulk vs. Wolverine!From his early days geeking out over The Mighty Thor comics and Frank Frazetta artwork, to accidentally turning a “summer job” on Thundarr the Barbarian into a lifelong career, Frank has been at the center of some of the most influential animated projects ever. We talk Batman’s cinematic style, Gargoyles’ cult following, Marvel’s animated B-listers, his Emmy-winning work on Spawn, and even his dream project that got away (Hex Girls spin-off, anyone?).This episode is packed with animation insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and even a few nerd debates (like who wins: Violator vs. Xanatos vs. Bane?). Buckle up, nerd fam — it’s storytime with a legend!⸻⏰ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – 02:30 | Growing Up Geeky: Frank’s early inspirations (The Ten Commandments, The Mighty Thor, Conan covers, and more). • 05:00 – 06:30 | The “summer job” that never ended: How Thundarr the Barbarian kicked off Frank’s animation career. • 06:30 – 10:30 | Shaping superhero storytelling: Batman: The Animated Series, Gargoyles, and defining an era. • 10:30 – 14:30 | Hulk vs. Wolverine & the Marvel direct-to-video era — when “B-list heroes” became heavy hitters. • 14:30 – 18:00 | Cinematic storytelling, Gargoyles’ legacy, and balancing drama with comedy. • 22:00 – 24:00 | Switching gears: From Shakespearean tragedy to Scooby-Doo shenanigans. • 25:00 – 27:00 | Emmy-winning work on Spawn and the hidden gems of Marvel/Lionsgate films. • 28:00 – 33:00 | The one that got away: Frank’s lost Hex Girls series pitch (and how Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters hit close to home). • 35:00 – 37:00 | Nerd Debate! Violator vs. Xanatos vs. Bane — who really wins? • 38:00 – 41:00 | What’s next: Frank’s work on the Gargoyles: Demona comic series. • 41:30 – End | Favorite tacos, industry advice, and where to follow Frank.⸻💡 Key Takeaways • Frank Paur’s love for fantasy art and comics inspired his legendary animation career. • Batman: The Animated Series and Gargoyles succeeded by being cinematic, intelligent, and not “just toy commercials.” • Hulk vs. Wolverine gave animators the rare chance to cut loose and lean into comic book authenticity. • Spawn showcased the darker side of animation — and earned Frank an Emmy. • Frank nearly created a Hex Girls spin-off series, proving fans weren’t wrong to stan that Scooby-Doo band. • Gargoyles: Demona is expanding the mythos with a 1,000-year history of everyone’s favorite anti-hero. • Xanatos > Violator & Bane. Don’t @ us.⸻📢 Call to ActionIf you loved this episode, subscribe to Distance NERDing wherever you get your podcasts, leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts, and share this episode with your fellow nerds using #DistanceNERDing!⸻🔗 Links & Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere nerds stream.🌐 DistanceNERDing.com☕ Buy Us a Taco → BuyMeACoffee🎤 Comic Cons: Colossus Girl Ent🤝 Friends: Project Wish Upon A Star | SAC Geeks | Comic Con Radio🛒 Stores: Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion⚡ Sponsors: Dubby Energy (Code: NERDing10 for 10% off)🧢 Merch: Grab your gear and rep the nerd fam at cons near you.⸻📲 Follow UsStay nerdy with us everywhere! • Instagram: @DistanceNERDing • TikTok: @DistanceNERDing • Threads: @DistanceNERDing • Facebook: Distance NERDing • X (Twitter): @DistanceNERDing • Bluesky: @DistanceNERDing⸻❓ Listener QuestionsGot a nerd question? Send us your questions and topics on social media or through our site — your topic might be featured in a future episode!⸻Apple Podcast TagsFrank Paur, Batman The Animated Series, Gargoyles, Spawn HBO, X-Men Evolution, Hulk vs Wolverine, Marvel Animation, Animation History, Voice Acting, Comic Con Interviews,
Episode SummaryThis week Young Phil, Jahmez5000, and Jen the Fray bring the chaos (and tacos) to Ep. 243! From Edge of Tomorrow 2 looping back into existence to Sam Raimi’s rumored MCU return, we’re speculating hard. Is Doom the puppet master setting up Avengers vs. X-Men? Is Hulk about to get angrier (and grayer)? And is Ryan Gosling the Jedi heartthrob Star Wars never knew it needed?Also, Tulsa’s giant oil worker statue officially became “Tulsa’s Flat Ass.” You’re welcome.⸻⏱️ Timestamps • [00:39] Intro: Taco Tuesday + the Nerd Herd • [02:13] Fairs, schnitzel fails & Tulsa’s statue • [04:30] Sumo hype & Kawhi conspiracies • [09:32] Shoutouts: Webby Energy, Geek Freaks, Challenge Accepted • [09:59] Comic ConVo: Stan Berkowitz interview drop • [10:49] Rumors: Edge of Tomorrow 2 • [13:28] Sam Raimi’s MCU comeback? • [17:18] Doom stirring Avengers vs. X-Men • [22:25] Hulk’s Maestro arc? • [25:27] Daredevil/Punisher/Spider-Man crossover • [29:09] Ryan Gosling in Star Wars Starfighter • [36:00] The Download: Nerd News • [37:02] K-Pop Demon Hunters Netflix smash • [38:23] Batman: Caped Crusader S2 hype • [40:26] Predator: Badlands • [46:00] Miami Vice reboot • [47:57] Baywatch reboot⸻💡 Key Takeaways • Edge of Tomorrow 2 might finally be real. • Sam Raimi could return to Marvel—Midnight Sons? Blade? Hercules?? • Doom planting seeds for Avengers vs. X-Men. • Hulk may head into Maestro territory. • Daredevil, Punisher & Spidey crossover gaining traction. • Ryan Gosling: Jedi or cocky pilot? • K-Pop Demon Hunters proves synchronized dancing slays. • Batman: Caped Crusader = Gotham noir gold. • Predator hunts continue—no xenomorphs (yet). • Miami Vice & Baywatch reboots prove the 80s never left.⸻🔥 Quotes • “Tulsa ain’t got that big back, you know what I’m saying?” • “My tacos are on the table!” • “Ryan Gosling doesn’t need a lightsaber. Just give him a cool jacket.” • “Screw you and your Catholic guilt!” • “I don’t like aliens… wait, don’t clip that!”⸻📣 Call to ActionLove the chaos? Subscribe to Distance NERDing, drop a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, and share with your nerd fam using #DistanceNERDing!⸻🔗 Links & Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more🌐 DistanceNERDing.com☕ Buy Us a Taco → BuyMeACoffee🎤 Colossus Girl Ent | Comic Con Radio | SAC Geeks🛒 Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion⚡ Dubby Energy (Code: NERDing10 = 10% off)🧢 Merch: Rep the nerd fam at cons!🎤 Comic Conversations: Stan Berkowitz interview now live⸻👾 Follow UsIG: @DistanceNerding | FB: Distance NERDingThreads: @DistanceNerding | TikTok: @DistanceNerdingX: @DistanceNerd | Discord: Distance NERDing⸻❓ Listener QuestionsGot a rumor for us to throw tacos on? Or want to settle the “Best Chris in Hollywood” debate? Email DistanceNerding@aol.com and we may read it on the show!⸻Apple Podcast Tagspop culture podcast, nerd news, marvel rumors, dc comics, star wars speculation, comic con interviews, distance nerding, kpop netflix, batman caped crusader, predator badlands, miami vice reboot, baywatch reboot, hulk maestro, avengers vs xmen, daredevil punisher spiderman, edge of tomorrow 2, sam raimi marvel🎯 InstagramCaption:Nerds!! Ep. 243 is here and our tacos are officially ON THE TABLE 🌮✨We’re diving into rumors hotter than a K-Pop glowstick — Edge of Tomorrow 2, Sam Raimi’s possible MCU comeback, Doom vs. the Avengers, Hulk going full Maestro, Ryan Gosling in Star Wars (Jedi? Rogue pilot? Cool jacket?), plus reboots galore with Batman: Caped Crusader, Miami Vice, Baywatch and more.🎧 Listen now at DistanceNERDing.com or wherever you get podcasts!👾 Drop your tacos in the comments if you’re team “Edge of Tomorrow 2 is real.”#DistanceNERDing #PodcastLife #ComicCon #MarvelRumors #StarWarsNews #PopCultureNerds #KpopFansUnite #BatmanTASForever #MCUPhase5 #NerdCulture
Episode SummaryHoly story editor, Batman! 🦇 This episode, we sit down at LA Comic Con with the legendary Stan Berkowitz — the writer and story editor who helped shape Batman: The Animated Series, Batman Beyond, Justice League, and Superman: The Animated Series. Stan takes us from his start in journalism to scripting superheroes, shares behind-the-scenes stories from the DCAU, and talks about his brand-new book Beyond the Bat: Secrets of a Superhero Scribe. Whether you’re a DC diehard, an aspiring writer, or just someone who knows the pain of losing Artax (😭), this episode is packed with nerdy gold.⸻⏰ Timestamps and Topics • [00:00] Intro – Capes, motherboxes, and Comic Conversations! • [00:44] Live from LA Comic Con: welcoming Stan Berkowitz • [01:11] Early career beginnings and writing roots • [01:26] From Florida to LA: working on Superboy in 1990 • [01:46] Growing Up Geeky: Stan’s first fandom (George Reeves’ Superman) • [More topics continue throughout: shaping Batman Beyond, crafting Justice League arcs, and writing Beyond the Bat]⸻🗝️ Key Takeaways • Stan Berkowitz’s career started in journalism before moving into live-action TV and then dominating superhero animation. • He wrote for iconic series like Batman Beyond, Justice League, and Superman: The Animated Series. • His new book, Beyond the Bat: Secrets of a Superhero Scribe, mixes memoir, behind-the-scenes tales, and writing wisdom. • Stan’s first fandom? The George Reeves Superman — proving some fandoms really are forever. • From LA roots to Emmy-winning scripts, Stan’s journey is a masterclass in creative longevity.⸻📣 Call to ActionIf you loved this episode, don’t just keep it in your Batcave — share it with your nerd crew!👉 Subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast app.👉 Tag us with your thoughts using #DistanceNERDing on social media.⸻🔗 Links and Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere nerds stream.🌐 DistanceNERDing.com☕ Buy Us a Taco → BuyMeACoffee🎤 Comic Cons: Colossus Girl Ent🤝 Friends: Project Wish Upon A Star | SAC Geeks | Comic Con Radio🛒 Stores: Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion⚡ Sponsors: Dubby Energy (Code: NERDing10 for 10% off)🧢 Merch: Grab your gear and rep the nerd fam at cons near you!⸻📱 Follow Us • Instagram: @DistanceNERDing • Twitter/X: @DistanceNERDing • Threads: @DistanceNERDing • TikTok: @DistanceNERDing • Facebook: Distance NERDing⸻❓ Listener QuestionsGot a question for a future guest? Want us to tackle your favorite fandom topic? Drop us a line on social media or at DistanceNERDing.com — your question might be featured on the next episode!⸻Apple Podcast Tags (SEO): Stan Berkowitz, Batman Beyond, Justice League Unlimited, Superman The Animated Series, DCAU, Batman TAS, DC Animation, Comic Con Interviews, Beyond the Bat, Distance NERDing Podcast, Superhero Writing, Nerd Culture
Episode SummaryThis week on Distance NERDing, the crew spirals through Marvel multiverse madness—because who needs one storyline when you can mash-up Secret Wars, House of M, Mojo World, and Days of Future Past all at once? We break down wild rumors, drop some Scarlet Witch theories, argue over Captain America’s “anchor being” status, and even bring tacos to the table (literally). Oh, and we might’ve summoned James Gunn in the process. You’re welcome, internet.From cons in California and Oregon to anime breaking box office records, this episode is wall-to-wall geeky chaos—just the way we like it.⸻Timestamps & Topics • [05:04] – Con recap: Cali cons, Oregon cons, and all the cons • [06:02] – Shoutout to our sponsor Dubby Energy + Geek Freaks Network love • [12:36] – Multiverse mayhem: Battleworld, Mojo, Fantastic Four rumors • [18:25] – Cameo roulette: America Chavez, Madison, and Doritos cravings • [19:50] – Is Captain America the anchor being of the MCU? Tacos on the table • [29:25] – House of M, Days of Future Past, Morlocks, and too many storylines • [32:34] – The Download: Demon Slayer dethrones Spirited Away • [01:56:27] – James Gunn liked it?! Jen’s multiverse of theories • [01:57:25] – Closing plugs, Pacific Time arguments, and Jeff’s grand reveal⸻Key Takeaways • Scarlet Witch isn’t done yet—expect bigger things in future Marvel films. • Captain America may be the true “anchor being” holding the MCU together. • House of M deserves its own arc, not a rushed mashup. • Con season is wild: Cali cons and Oregon cons are bringing the nerd energy. • Demon Slayer just proved anime doesn’t knock—it owns the building. • James Gunn secretly tunes in? Challenge accepted.⸻Quotes from the Episode“My tacos are on the table—Captain America is the MCU’s anchor being.”“Marvel owns Aliens. You know what that means? Avengers vs. Xenomorphs, baby.”“We’ve spilled secrets, served tacos, and summoned the Scarlet Witch.”“Anime isn’t niche anymore. It owns the damn building.”⸻Call to ActionLove what you hear? Smash that subscribe button, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with your fellow nerds using #DistanceNERDing. Every share powers our multiverse of madness.⸻Links & Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere nerds stream.🌐 DistanceNERDing.com☕ Buy Us a Taco → BuyMeACoffee🎤 Comic Cons: Colossus Girl Ent🤝 Friends: Project Wish Upon A Star | SAC Geeks | Comic Con Radio🛒 Stores: Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion⚡ Sponsors: Dubby Energy (Code: NERDSYNC for 10% off)🧢 Merch: Grab your gear and rep the nerd fam at cons near you.⸻Follow Us📲 Instagram | Threads | Facebook | TikTok – @DistanceNERDing🎥 YouTube – Subscribe for live shows, interviews & giveaways⸻Listener QuestionsGot a theory crazier than Mojo running the MCU? Drop us a question or topic idea and we might feature it on the next episode!⸻Apple Podcasts TagsMarvel, Scarlet Witch, Secret Wars, House of M, Captain America, MCU rumors, comic con, anime, Demon Slayer, Distance NERDing podcast, geek culture, nerd podcast, multiverse, James Gunn
Episode SummaryThis week the NERDs squanch hard and shpongle even harder! From debating the absurd brilliance of LEGO Star Wars (yes, Jaxxson the space bunny is canon now, fight us) to recapping Emmy wins, anime mall takeovers, and whether Alan Ritchson should trade in Batman for Hawkman’s wings —we leave no geeky stone unturned. Oh, and don’t worry, we still made plenty of jokes about dipping your shpongle in pickle brine . Chef’s kiss.It’s nerd news, geek debates, and enough inside jokes to make Squanchy proud.⸻Timestamps & Topics • [02:15] – The birth of “Squanching the Schpongle”: Rick & Morty meets Smurfs • [05:20] – Pickle brine, dub energy drinks, and keeping your shpongle moist • [07:13] – RIP Robert Redford: celebrating his legendary career (and Marvel villain era) • [43:47] – Demon Slayer takes over the mall: anime fashion FTW • [54:07] – How to Train Your Dragon live-action remake: Zaddy Toothless vibes • [01:00:15] – Foundation, Ahsoka in LEGO, and the glorious chaos of Star Wars Brickheadz • [01:14:26] – Who should Alan Ritchson play in the DCU? Hawkman vs. Green Arrow • [01:26:29] – Emmy recap: “My shpongle is better than yours” • [01:45:35] – Social plugs, OnlyFans jokes, and Bruce being told to go to bed⸻Key Takeaways • Nerd debates can go from Foundation on Apple TV to stormtroopers in hot tubs real quick. • The crew officially declared malls are making a comeback—powered by Demon Slayer cosplay. • Alan Ritchson could definitely pull off Green Arrow… but Hawkman? Squanch that shpongle. • Toothless is now a Zaddy, and no one’s mad about it. • The Emmys prove once and for all: your shpongle is only as good as your flex.⸻Best Quotes • “Nothing like a good brine for your shpongle. Chef’s kiss.” • “You almost shpongled that squanch.” • “Also a stormtrooper in a hot tub—because even the Empire needs a spa day.” • “Slay queen. Slay.” • “It’s only pictures of Aaron Watson’s feet in Mandels, and The beard on our OnlyFans.”⸻Call to Action👉 If you loved the chaos, help us keep shpongling: • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you squanch. • Leave a 5-star review so we can keep nerding together. • Share this episode on social with the hashtag #DistanceNERDing.⸻Links & Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere nerds stream.🌐 DistanceNERDing.com☕ Buy Us a Taco → BuyMeACoffee🎤 Comic Cons: Colossus Girl Ent🤝 Friends: Project Wish Upon A Star | SAC Geeks | Comic Con Radio🛒 Stores: Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion⚡ Sponsors: Dubby Energy (Code: NERDSYNC for 10% off)🧢 Merch: Grab your gear and rep the nerd fam at cons near you.⸻Follow Us📲 Stay squanchy with us everywhere: • Instagram | Facebook | Twitter (not X, never X) • TikTok | Twitch | YouTube | Discord | Threads | BlueSky • Also: Myspace, GeoCities, Friendster, FarmersOnly, and… OnlyFans (feet & beards only).⸻Listener Questions💌 Got a question, a nerd debate, or a hot shpongle take?Send it to DistanceNerding@aol.com and we might read it LIVE on the show .⸻Apple Podcasts Tagsnerd culture, geek podcast, distance nerding, comic con, marvel, dc comics, anime podcast, lego star wars, emmy recap, how to train your dragon, demon slayer cosplay, alan ritchson, peacemaker, hawkman, green arrow, rick and morty jokes
Episode SummaryLive from Phil’s cursed hotel Wi-Fi, the crew battles technical chaos while diving headfirst into nerd news, wild rumors, and tacos on the table. Jon Bernthal’s Punisher may team up with White Tiger, Spider-Man might face more villains than a Costco Sinister Six, and Daisy Ridley swaps lightsabers for a flying boat. We debate Ariana Grande as a Bond girl, roast Sony for its Morbius-level moves, and lose it over a $3.6M Darth Vader lightsaber. Oh, and somewhere in there… we may have offended Scotland. Sorry, ancestors.⸻Timestamps & Topics • [00:00] Chaos & Phil vs. hotel Wi-Fi • [03:28] Rumors: hot sauce, Lexo suits & angry ancestors • [07:11] Punisher’s sidekick, Spidey villain montage, Daisy’s flying boat & Bond girl rumors • [23:22] The Download: Scrubs reboot, cartel judges, Ed Harris in Yellowstone, asteroid-mining XR cinema • [32:00] Quick Bites: Ryan Reynolds, Sony’s flop factory, K-pop demon hunters • [39:08] Shut Up & Take My Credits: Vader’s $3.6M lightsaber flex • [41:17] Lanterns: DCU’s noir buddy-cop space cops • [44:43] Peacemaker Season 2 bends canon harder than a Bloomin’ Onion⸻Key Takeaways • Punisher’s rumored new sidekick could be Amy Bendix or White Tiger. • Spider-Man: Brand New Day may cram in eight villains via montage. • Daisy Ridley leads Disney’s swashbuckling “female Indiana Jones” with a flying boat. • Florence Pugh, Emma Watson, & Ariana Grande headline Bond casting rumors. • Sony still can’t Spider-Man right. • A Darth Vader saber sold for $3.6M. Nerds = broke & loaded. • DCU’s Lanterns could be its gritty prestige hit.⸻Best Quotes • “Banned in Belarus! Belarus! Belarus!” • “My angry, vengeful tacos are on the table.” • “I’d spend $3.7 million on Hailee Steinfeld’s mac and cheese.” • “Spider-Man’s villains form committees! The Subtle Four, the Treacherous Three…” • “Maybe Ryan Reynolds hasn’t stepped foot on set… but Deadpool has.”⸻Call to Action💥 Smash that subscribe, drop us a 5-star review, and share the chaos using #DistanceNERDing. Every click keeps tacos on the table and lightsabers in the vault.⸻Links & Resources🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere nerds stream.🌐 DistanceNERDing.com☕ Buy Us a Taco → BuyMeACoffee🎤 Comic Cons: Colossus Girl Ent🤝 Friends: Project Wish Upon A Star | SAC Geeks | Comic Con Radio🛒 Stores: Kyber Cave Sabers | Toy Fusion⚡ Sponsors: Dubby Energy (Code: NERDING10 for 10% off)⸻Follow Us👾 Instagram | Facebook | Twitter/X | Threads | Twitch | Bluesky | Discord → @DistanceNERDing⸻Listener QuestionsGot a spicy nerd take? Email DistanceNERDing@aol.com (yes, AOL still exists). We might feature it live!⸻Apple Podcasts Tagspop culture podcast, nerd news, marvel rumors, dc comics, scrubs reboot, spider-man villains, punisher mcu, bond rumors, daisy ridley disney, peacemaker season 2, geek podcast, distance nerding
🎙 Episode SummaryThe tacos are on the table in this jam-packed episode! The crew dives headfirst into Marvel rumors, from Punisher’s rumored co-starring role with Spider-Man to a possible secret Avengers movie hidden in Marvel’s 2027 slate. We also argue whether Paramount’s Call of Duty movie will be hot fire or hot garbage, and we spiral into DC chaos with James Gunn’s Peacemaker season 2 teases (spoiler: someone yells “It’s Morbin’ time!”).Along the way, we roast Disney for another “quirky teen with powers” movie, shout out our fellow podcasters, and debate whether good storytelling can survive under superhero fatigue. Spoiler: it can—if it’s wrapped in an orgy.⏱ Timestamps & Topics[06:30] Geek Freaks Network shoutout & “Challenge Accepted” love-fest[11:40] Call of Duty movie talk – will it respect the lore or be another Halo disaster?[18:00] Punisher joins Spider-Man? The tacos hit the table[27:30] Marvel’s secret 2027 movie – Avengers, Illuminati, or Young Avengers?[51:10] Disney’s formula problem & the Elio flop[01:09:40] James Gunn teases huge Peacemaker cameos[01:17:00] Superhero fatigue vs. bad storytelling[01:45:24] Taco Party shoutouts, Lego giveaways, and how to support the pod🔑 Key TakeawaysPunisher’s role in the next Spider-Man project could reshape his relationship with Marvel’s webhead.Marvel might be secretly cooking up an unannounced Avengers or Illuminati movie for 2027.Paramount’s Call of Duty movie has fans nervous after Halo’s failure.Disney’s recycled teen-magic formula isn’t fooling fans anymore.Peacemaker season 2 might be the key to DCU’s “Gods and Monsters” era.Superhero fatigue isn’t real—bad writing fatigue is.💬 Best Quotes“Frank Castle is kind of a dick… and that’s me being polite.”“It’s Morbin’ time!”“Peacemaker is a good story with good characters… wrapped in an orgy. And it works.”“My camouflage tacos are reluctantly on the table.”📢 Call to ActionIf you’re vibing with our nerdy chaos, smash that subscribe button, drop us a 5-star review, and share this episode with your fellow geeks using #DistanceNERDing. Every taco counts! 🌮⚡️🔗 Links & Resources👉 Support the show and win LEGO kits when we hit 500 subs!🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix.🚨 DON’T FORGET TO LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE! 🚨Website: https://distancenerding.com/INSTAGRAM: / distancenerding The NERDington Post: / 2788063091522643 Podcast Playlist: • The DOWNLOAD LIVE! Latest Nerdy News ... SUPPORT US!Buy Us a Taco! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/distance...COMIC CONSColossus Girl Ent : http://www.colossusgirlent.com/WEEKEND BLENDER: / theweekendblender1 FRIENDSProject Wish Upon A Star : http://www.pwuas.org/SAC GEEKS : https://www.sacgeeks.org/COMIC CON RADIO : https://comiccon-radio.com/show/podca...STORESKyber Cave Sabers : http://kybercave.com/ Toy Fusion : http://toyfusion.com/ SPONSORSDubby (Get 10% off your order!)https://www.dubby.gg/products/dragona...📲 Follow UsStay nerdy with us on social media:Facebook: @DistanceNERDingInstagram: @DistanceNERDingX / Twitter: @DistanceNERDingTikTok: @DistanceNERDingThreads: @DistanceNERDingBluesky: @DistanceNERDing❓ Listener QuestionsGot a hot take, wild theory, or taco-fueled question? Send it our way! We might feature YOU on a future episode of Distance NERDing.🍏 Apple Podcast TagsMarvel, MCU, Spider-Man, Punisher, Avengers, Marvel Phase 6, Thunderbolts, Illuminati, Young Avengers, Call of Duty Movie, DCU, Peacemaker Season 2, James Gunn, Disney Movies, Elio, Superhero Fatigue, Comic Book Movies, Nerd Podcast, Geek Culture
Episode SummaryTaco Tuesday went full geek! The Distance Nerding crew dives into the latest rumors, casting news, and pop culture chaos—from Doctor Doom plotting across the multiverse to Tobey and Andrew’s possible Spider-Man swan song. We debate villains for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Yelena’s role in a street-level MCU, and whether Alison Brie could steal the show as Evil-Lyn in Masters of the Universe.The rundown keeps rolling with Percy Jackson season three casting, the Weasleys joining HBO’s Harry Potter series, True Detective updates, and Karen Gillan stepping into Highlander. Quick hits cover Super Troopers, del Toro’s Frankenstein, Cody Rhodes as Guile in Street Fighter, Zack Snyder’s next drama, Star Wars Visions Vol. 3, Marvel’s animated Spidey, The Office spin-off (The Paper), and a McFarlane–Miller team-up.We close by unpacking James Gunn’s DCU blueprint—his three “power blocs,” secret project teases, and a sharp philosophy on recasting that ties back to Peacemaker.Highlights & TakeawaysDoctor Doom framed as a harsh savior makes sense—every villain thinks they’re the hero.A final swing for Tobey & Andrew only works if it supports Tom Holland’s arc.Brand New Day opens the door for villains like Mr. Negative or RhinoYelena could be the connective tissue for MCU street-level stories.Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn fits modern MOTU, where the “#2” villain steals the spotlight.The Batman Part Two could shine with gritty rogues like Calendar Man or Mr. Pyg.Percy Jackson casting nails the youthful divine energy needed for season three.Karen Gillan joining Highlander adds star power and room for richer female roles.Del Toro’s gothic Frankenstein has a smart festival-to-streaming rollout.Gunn’s DCU is actor-proof, built to endure recasts without losing momentum.Quotes We Loved“Every villain sees themselves as the hero of their own story.”“Yelena could be the new connective tissue for the street-level side of the MCU.”“Give me Professor Pyg and an investigation trail across Gotham.”“Del Toro in the gothic pocket is always a win.”“Gunn is writing, directing, and steering—keeping the DCU alive even if faces change.”Call to ActionLove the show? Hit follow, drop a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend using #DistanceNERDing—it helps more nerds find us!Follow Us🎧 Linktree📰 More at: DistanceNERDing.comListener QuestionWhat rumor or casting reveal hyped you the most this week? Drop your hot takes and we might feature you next episode!Tags (SEO Optimized)Doctor Doom, Avengers Doomsday, Secret Wars, Spider-Man Brand New Day, Yelena Belova, Masters of the Universe, Evil-Lyn, The Batman Part Two, Percy Jackson, Harry Potter series cast, True Detective, Highlander, Karen Gillan, Super Troopers, Guillermo del Toro Frankenstein, Cody Rhodes Guile, Street Fighter, Zack Snyder The Last Photograph, Star Wars Visions, Marvel Animated Spider-Man, Gwen Stacy Spider-Gwen, The Office The Paper, Todd McFarlane, Frank Miller, James Gunn DCU
Distance Nerding: Robot Peyote, Buffy’s Return, and Big Studio Power PlaysEpisode SummaryDistance Nerding is back with fast, funny takes on the latest in movies, TV, and geek news! Jen, Young Phil, and James break down X-Men casting chatter, a ginger Bond rumor, Kristen Wiig as Roboto, and Orla Brady joining Vision Quest. We cover Paramount’s big swings (World War Z 2, new Star Trek films, Duffer Brothers deal), Zack Cregger’s Resident Evil and possible Batman spinoff, Ballerina’s box office stumble, and a Jason Bourne franchise shake-up.We also dive into Buffy’s New Sunnydale, The Boys spinoff Vought Rising, Lego Star Wars: Pieces of the Past, Jessica Cruz starring in a Green Lantern animated series, Superman’s digital release syncing with Peacemaker season two, updates on Daredevil: Born Again, Spider-Man’s “Brand New Day” leaks with Punisher and a savage Hulk, and Avengers: Doomsday rumors. Oh, and yes—we debate if a burger is really a sandwich.Timestamps & Highlights00:00 – Cold open & chaos03:00 – Weekend update recap & sponsor shoutouts09:07 – Ginger Bond casting rumor11:34 – Kristen Wiig joins Masters of the Universe12:42 – Orla Brady in Vision Quest17:21 – Paramount goes big on World War Z 218:33 – Zack Cregger’s Resident Evil details22:07 – Ballerina box office performance26:55 – Jason Bourne rights deal29:37 – Duffer Brothers linked to Paramount33:02 – K-pop Demon Hunters limited run35:16 – Buffy: New Sunnydale rumors38:39 – Two new Star Trek films in dev41:19 – The Boys: Vought Rising spinoff44:14 – Lego Star Wars: Pieces of the Past46:39 – Jessica Cruz leads new Green Lantern animated series51:07 – Superman early digital release54:10 – Peacemaker season 2 teases59:17 – Daredevil Born Again clarification60:01 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day set leaks63:01 – Avengers: Doomsday rumors heat upKey TakeawaysParamount doubles down on familiar IP: World War Z 2, Star Trek, courting the Duffer Brothers.Zack Cregger is making waves with Resident Evil and a rumored Batman project.Ballerina struggles to match John Wick hype.Jessica Cruz shines in DC’s animated future.Superman’s early digital drop keeps DCU timeline clean.Daredevil Born Again is continuing despite earlier confusion.Spider-Man: Brand New Day hints at Punisher & Hulk chaos.Buffy returns in a Gen Z + mentor era twist.Memorable Quotes“Robot peyote strikes again.”“Is a burger a sandwich? Yes—and I will die on this hill.”“Peacemaker is the chaotic heart of this DCU run right now.”Call to ActionEnjoy the show? Hit follow, drop a 5-star review, and share with a friend! Tag us with #DistanceNerding and we might shout you out on the next stream.LinksAll news sourced through GeekFreaksPodcast.comListener QuestionsShould Paramount prioritize Star Trek’s new crew or Kelvin’s return?Which Lantern should join Jessica Cruz in animation?Tagsmovies, tv, geek news, marvel, dc, star wars, anime, video games, pop culture, streaming, comics
Yung Phil and Jen tackle the week’s loudest geek stories—live with a crowd. We kick off with Stranger Things spin-off chatter (possibly with a Twin Peaks vibe), Rey leading a new Jedi Order, and a Gotham tale about a low-level goon who might accidentally take down Batman. Spider-Man rumors swirl—Scorpion suit sightings, Punisher crossovers, Venom possibilities—plus animated plans for R-rated Venom and Spider-Woman, a TV-MA Marvel Zombies run, and hopes for a Maximum Carnage arc.Casting buzz: Dave Bautista in Highlander, Sebastian Stan in a Romanian Frankenstein, Matt Smith in Starfighter with Ryan Gosling and Mia Goth, and Demon Slayer’s Infinity Castle arc with Channing Tatum and Rebecca Wang. In news, Netflix revives TJ Hooker, AMC trims pre-show ads, Disney+ cancels Goosebumps, and Gina Carano settles with Disney. We close with a bigger industry talk on the Skydance-Paramount deal, Disney’s IP strategy, and whether studios are truly funding new stories.Episode flow:00:00 Live show disclaimer & cold open00:51 Show intro / where to listen04:00 Geek Freaks Network shoutouts & binges09:02 Stranger Things final season & spin-off rumor13:02 Star Wars—Rey’s Jedi Order, clone lore, Luke’s hand19:19 DCU—Henchman story nod to “The Man Who Killed Batman”22:12 Spider-Man street saga: Scorpion, Punisher, Venom, Hand28:12 Animated Venom & Spider-Woman with Seth Rogen; Maximum Carnage hopes33:01 Marvel Zombies TV-MA led by Scarlet Witch38:02 Highlander update; Road House 241:24 Frankenstein with Sebastian Stan42:10 Starfighter casting news43:30 Demon Slayer dub casting & release48:16 Netflix’s TJ Hooker movie49:59 AMC trims pre-show ads52:33 Disney+ cancels Goosebumps53:56 Gina Carano settlement60:33 Darth Vader lightsaber hilt auction62:08 Jon Bernthal wraps Punisher special64:08 James Marsden returns as Cyclops in Avengers: Doomsday67:02 Lanterns’ Sinestro update68:40 Peacemaker S2 ties to new DCU70:28 Industry zoom-out on Skydance, Paramount, DisneyHot takes & themes:A moody Stranger Things spin-off could lean into cryptic vibes.Rey’s New Jedi Order may finally define a post-Skywalker era—if it embraces moral grey areas.A Gotham goon tale works if it channels Sid the Squid without copying it.Spider-Man’s street-level era could test Peter’s optimism against Punisher’s brutality.Animated Spider projects can push tone further than live action.Marvel Zombies TV-MA is a safe horror testbed for Marvel.Casting news shows momentum across fandoms—from Highlander to Demon Slayer.AMC’s ad cuts score points with moviegoers.The Carano settlement sparks debate on studio guardrails.Big picture: Bold IP roadmaps mean nothing if new stories don’t get greenlit.Pull quotes:“We are here to nerd together.”“Are we entering a cryptic era of Hawkins, or is this smoke with no upside down fire?”“Freedom of speech does not mean freedom from consequences.”“I want to see an unhinged, monstrous Carnage.”“If he doesn’t monologue about fear while floating, is he even Sinestro?”“This is going to get dark. Really dark.”If you enjoyed the episode, follow or subscribe, leave a quick five-star review, and share with a friend. Post your takes with #GeekFreaksNetwork for a feature on the next show.News hub & show notes: https://geekfreakspodcast.comMore from us: https://linktr.ee/Distancenerding | https://gfpods.com/distance-nerding/Apple Podcasts Tags: Geek Freaks, Distance Nerding, Stranger Things, Twin Peaks, Star Wars, Rey, Jedi Order, DCU, Batman, Joker, Spider-Man, Venom, Scorpion, Punisher, Daredevil, Marvel Zombies, Highlander, Dave Bautista, Henry Cavill, Sebastian Stan, Frankenstein, Matt Smith, Starfighter, Demon Slayer, Channing Tatum, AMC Theatres, Goosebumps, Gina Carano, Darth Vader lightsaber, Jon Bernthal, Punisher, James Marsden, Cyclops, Sinestro, Lanterns, Peacemaker, Paramount, Skydance, Disney, A24
On this live Taco Tuesday, Phil and Jen bring another fun and fast episode of Distance Nerding. They kick things off with laughs, audience shoutouts, and reminders to subscribe. The duo covers everything from Spider-Man rumors and Marvel updates to drama renewals and surprise K-pop hits. There’s also DC casting news, Star Wars talk, and even ethical debates about where filmmakers choose to shoot. Special guest Sandra from DeLong Family Cosplay recaps Nova Con and teases the upcoming Tri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con. Whether it's serious fandom conversations or playful speculations, this episode is packed with everything nerds love.Timestamps and Topics0:00 Intro and parental advisory0:45 Taco Tuesday and community shoutouts2:00 GeekFreaks Network and partner shows3:50 Rumor Mill – Spider-Man, Scorpion, Punisher, Sinister Six, X-Men costumes, Mattson Tomlin, Goonies 214:00 The Gilded Age renewed for season four17:00 Netflix’s K-pop Demon Hunters expands to trilogy and stage show23:00 Buffy revival update and A Quiet Place Part III announced30:00 Star Wars and Marvel news including Taika Waititi and Sean Levy projects39:00 James Gunn responds to Comic-Con hecklers and toxic fandom48:00 Filmmaking ethics and controversy over filming in Western Sahara55:00 Sandra recaps Nova Con and previews Tri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con1:10:00 Closing thoughts and call to actionKey TakeawaysSpider-Man rumors are heating up, with talks of Scorpion, Punisher, and Sinister Six potentialMarvel may be leaning into comic-accurate costumes, especially with reports around CyclopsThe Gilded Age continues to thrive and is confirmed for another seasonK-pop Demon Hunters is proving to be a breakout hit with major expansion plansTaika Waititi’s Star Wars project is still in motion with new collaboratorsJames Gunn urges fans to focus on positivity and creativity, not trollingThere’s growing conversation around the responsibility of filmmakers when choosing shooting locationsNova Con had great energy and Tri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con is shaping up to be a big oneMemorable Quotes“It’s Taco Tuesday. You know what that means. You are now experiencing Distance Nerding.” – Phil“I have my ear to the ground – or an ear to the ground? I want that to be a thing.” – Jen“Kindness is punk rock.” – Phil“We don’t do gatekeeping here. Everyone’s welcome in this fandom community.” – JenCall to ActionEnjoying the show? Help Distance Nerding grow. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode using the hashtag #DistanceNerding. Got questions or topic suggestions? Email us at distancenerding@aol.com or hit us up on social.Links and ResourcesGeekFreaksPodcast.com – The source for all news discussedDeLong Fam Cosplay – Sandra’s cosplay and con coverageTri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con – Coming August 16–17Follow UsInstagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, Twitch, Threads, BlueSky, and Discord: @distancenerdingYouTube: Subscribe to our livestreams and game show The BuzzerTikTok: Clips, reactions, and cosplay highlightsListener QuestionsWhat pop culture rumor do you wish were true?How do you handle toxic fans in your favorite fandoms?Which con are you most excited for this year?Apple Podcast Tags: entertainment, pop culture, movies, tv news, comics, geek culture, conventions, interview, gaming, sci-fi, fantasy, marvel, dc
Jen has zero patience for giant cat people and The Walking Dead’s European vacation, while Phil’s just here trying to sling merch!Plus, we’re joined by Thomas from The Geek Freaks Network to break down San Diego Comic-Con 2025 coverage — and the DeLongs drop in with Meadowlark Comic-Con goodness!🤯 This Week on Distance NERDing:🧑🔬 Fantastic Four Villain Rumors ExplodeMarvel’s First Family is cracking open the vault — and Doom might not be the only threat.🦾 Robert Downey Jr. as DOOM?!Sources say RDJ’s Marvel return might outlive Secret Wars in a whole new role.🐍 Dutch Might Be Back in BadlandsFans of the cult hit, your favorite desert rogue may ride again.⚔️ Anakin Skywalker ReturnsHayden Christensen rumored to appear regularly in Ahsoka Season 2.👽 Margot Robbie Goes Sci-Fi SupersizedTim Burton’s back. Robbie’s leading. Chaos is guaranteed.👾 Chris Pine & Lily-Rose Depp Join Alien ComedyAlpha Gang is giving space weirdness, laser beams, and prestige giggles.🧠 James Gunn’s DCU: Loud, Layered, & In MotionEvery announcement has people screaming, “Wait, what?!”, and we love it.🛠️ Avengers: Doomsday Still Under ConstructionMarvel’s next major team-up is massive — and still in the lab.🧬 X-Men Reboot Gets Mutant-Sized AmbitionMarvel’s not holding back. Bigger. Bolder. More Jean Grey trauma.🕸️ Spider-Verse 3 Lands in 2027Prepare for emotional web-slinging, even more Spider-People, and wild animation leaps.🌊 Avatar Goes Anthology ModePandora’s branching out — multiple stories, timelines, and probably new merch.🧟 Daryl & Carol Go to SpainBecause zombies need tapas too.🪓 God of War Show Will Break Your HeartKratos: the god who feels. (And yells. A lot.)🦁 Voltron Movie Gets WildSterling K. Brown says it’s massive, weird, and nothing like you expect.🔥 Spawn Movie Gets New LegsAfter decades in development hell, the Spawn reboot finally moves forward.🎤 Hall H Meltdown!From Marvel’s bombshells to indie insanity, SDCC 2025’s main stage was a nerdcore war zone.🌀 From Cameos to ChaosSide quests, celebrity surprises, and WTF moments that made fans scream and squint.💥 Welcome to the Reboot ZoneWhere nostalgia is currency, citrus-powered superheroes fight stink, and yes, wearable pets are trending.🤡 SDCC Embraces the WeirdKiller clowns, dusty bots, slime-drenched antiheroes — Comic-Con went feral this year.⸻🦸♀️ Destroying Comic-Con BO forever… it’s Distance NERDing!🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix.🚨 DON’T FORGET TO LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE! 🚨Website: https://distancenerding.com/INSTAGRAM: / distancenerding The NERDington Post: / 2788063091522643 Podcast Playlist: • The DOWNLOAD LIVE! Latest Nerdy News ... SUPPORT US!Buy Us a Taco! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/distance...COMIC CONSColossus Girl Ent : http://www.colossusgirlent.com/WEEKEND BLENDER: / theweekendblender1 FRIENDSProject Wish Upon A Star : http://www.pwuas.org/SAC GEEKS : https://www.sacgeeks.org/COMIC CON RADIO : https://comiccon-radio.com/show/podca...STORESKyber Cave Sabers : http://kybercave.com/ Toy Fusion : http://toyfusion.com/ SPONSORSDubby (Get 10% off your order!)https://www.dubby.gg/products/dragona...
Jen’s laying down the rules of en-FRAY-gement (consent first, nerds), James’s obsession with Paul Walter Hauser rises from the depths, and Phil’s Alan Ritchson-as-Batman fantasy might finally be coming true!🧠 This Week on Distance NERDing:🦸♂️ SUPERMAN Spoiler Alert?!Wendell Pierce may have just dropped kryptonite-sized news about the future of Superman in the DCU.🏛️ Wonder Woman Rewrites the ScriptDC taps a fresh writer for Diana — and wants new Amazonian blood to keep things fresh.🦇 Alan Ritchson for Batman?!The Bat-dream lives on, and we’re here for it. #BatRitchson🛡️ The MCU Might Be Assembling… AgainDon’t call it a comeback, but there’s Avengers-level buzz brewing in Marvel Studios.🧨 Deadpool, Wolverine, and… Logan Again?What’s next for everyone’s favorite regenerating degenerates?🔪 Jason Lives (Again):Callum Vinson is stepping behind the mask in the Crystal Lake reboot.🎤 Ariana Grande & Josh Gad Go SeussicalOh, The Places You’ll Go! — now with musical numbers and voice talent galore.⚾ Ted Lasso Is Back (Kinda)New pitch, same sass. We’re ready to believe again.👮 Judge Dredd by Taika Waititi?Satire, sci-fi, and judgment — under Taika’s chaotic gavel.🦖 Godzilla Minus One Gets a Plus OneThe acclaimed kaiju epic is getting a monster-sized sequel.🌍 Captain Planet Goes Live-ActionEco-woke or eco-wild? Either way, no mullet confirmed (yet).💥 Invincible Season 5 Is Coming!Mark’s making more mistakes, and we can’t look away.👩🚀 Supergirl: Woman of TomorrowJames Gunn’s version of Kara Zor-El is serving Kara Core realness.💣 Peacemaker Season 2: Multiversal Mayhem & Snack BreaksThe 11th Street Kids return with chaos, heart, and probably explosions.🪐 Fantastic Four Reboot IncomingMarvel’s First Family is back — with retro style and a Galactus-sized problem.🕷️ The Punisher and Spider-Man?!Frank Castle’s road to redemption may be running through Queens.🧬 Kevin Feige Drops Mutant-Sized Marvel RoadmapWe’re talking the next 10 years, baby — mutants, team-ups, and fashion-forward supersuits.🧖♂️ Deadpool Demands Creative ControlAlso: a hot tub, a Groot crossover, and maybe a chimichanga clause.🗡️ Blade Needs a Script, Not Just a SwordMarvel refuses to put Mahershala Ali in leather unless it’s Oscar-worthy.🎉 Comic-Con International Heats Up!Elite cosplay. Exclusive merch. And Hall H has lore now.🎭 Lucasfilm Joins the Comic-Con PartyFrom Ahsoka to Andor, the Star Wars hype is strong.📍 Gaslamp Takeover = Pop-Up OverloadThe nerd mecca is in full swing — and the panel buzz is palpable.⸻🎙️ Having technical difficulties… it’s Distance NERDing!🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix.🚨 DON’T FORGET TO LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE! 🚨Website: https://distancenerding.com/INSTAGRAM: / distancenerding The NERDington Post: / 2788063091522643 Podcast Playlist: • The DOWNLOAD LIVE! Latest Nerdy News ... SUPPORT US!Buy Us a Taco! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/distance...COMIC CONSColossus Girl Ent : http://www.colossusgirlent.com/WEEKEND BLENDER: / theweekendblender1 FRIENDSProject Wish Upon A Star : http://www.pwuas.org/SAC GEEKS : https://www.sacgeeks.org/COMIC CON RADIO : https://comiccon-radio.com/show/podca...STORESKyber Cave Sabers : http://kybercave.com/ Toy Fusion : http://toyfusion.com/ SPONSORSDubby (Get 10% off your order!)https://www.dubby.gg/products/dragona...