Nerd Skool

Artstar and TBJ dive into the beginnings of their nerd rivalry or animosity.

Nerdy 30: Neil Gaiman Allegations (Episode 124) Artstar & Joe discuss the Neil Gaiman stuff that has been in the news and Artstar tries to separate the art from the artist. While Andy is at Sundance and TBJ is jetsetting Earth, we discuss nerdsplaining comic books vs. just enjoying the escapism.

Star Wars Nubes Becca and Carrington join the gang to discuss Return of the Jedi! We talk Ewoks, Boba Fett, Chewbacca being Tarzan and more!

Villains, Nerd Sounds & Stupid Questions , A Spider-Man No Way Home Discussion (Episode 122) Listen as we conclude our review of Spider-Man: No Way Home. In this episode, we cover the movie's plot, and the character development of Tom Holland's Spider-Man, Aunt May's role as a single parent, and various aspects of Spider-Man movies, including the upcoming Spider-Man 4, the role of Michael Keaton's character, Vulture, and the connection between Venom and the MCU. We also touch on the Sony-owned Spider-Man universe, the Spider-Man comics and movies, focusing on the character Electro and other villains from the Spider-Man movies and their portrayals across the different Spider-Man film franchises. We also touch on the Ultimate Comics and the Absolute Universe, as well as the real-life relationships of celebrities, particularly Tom Holland and Zendaya, and Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner.

Batman’s Penis & Poop in a Box , A Spider-Man No Way Home Discussion (Episode 121) A Spider-man No Way Home Discussion Joe, Andy, and Artstar continue the discussion of Spider-Man: No Way Home. Join us as we analyze the plot and character development of the Spider-Man: No Way Home movie, as well as other Marvel-related topics such as the Marvel Snap and the Green Goblin's origin story, movies, comic books, and their associated genres as well as expectations people have for certain movies or comic books based on their genre, and how these expectations can sometimes be disappointing. We also discuss the portrayal of characters in movies and comic books, with a focus on Deadpool and Gambit as well as the topic of Batman's penis in a comic book, and censorship in comics. Andy provides background information on the villains featured in the film, who were originally introduced in the early years of the Amazing Spider-Man comics by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. And of course the conversation meanders around Andrew Garfield and Tobey McGuire as well as Topher Grace and Debra Jo Rupp. Plus, without TBJ, the fellas spiral wildly out of control into penises and poop. Sorry, TBJ.

Episode 120. Spider-Man No Way Home Part 1. Joe, TBJ, and Artstar discuss Spider-Man: No Way Home. Art and TBJ explain to Joe the significance of J. Jonah Jameson's appearance, which connects the Marvel Cinematic Universe to previous Spider-Man movies and sets up the reveal of Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield's Spider-Men. The team discusses various aspects of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), including connections between movies and TV shows, their personal experiences watching the content, and their excitement for upcoming projects featuring beloved characters like Daredevil.

Episode 119 of Nerd Skool Empire Strikes Back: Where Does Chewbacca Poop? Star Wars Newbies Carrington and Becca return to discuss their recent watch of Episode V: Empire Strikes Back. The discussion covers "The Empire Strikes Back" and the broader Star Wars franchise, focusing on characters, relationships, and technical aspects of the films. Hear us share childhood experiences and debate various elements of the franchise, including the portrayal of romantic relationships, bathrooms on the Millennium Falcon and the nature of the Force. The conversation also touches on the gritty realism of the original Star Wars universe and the potential abilities of Jedi. Also, Carrington confuses Jar Jar Binks with George Lucas. Music by DJONES. Discussion by History For Jerks. Sex appeal provided by Artstar's thighs.

Joe is joined by TBJ and Artstar to discuss Marvel's Eternals as well as Joe's confusion between actresses Penelope Cruz and Selma Hayek. They also delve into plot inconsistencies, character motivations, and the concept of immortality. The conversation also touched on the Greek mythology and fostering animals, as Professor Andy had to phone in his portion of the podcast because he's busy raising some sort of training beast. Music by DJONES. Discussion by History For Jerks. Sex appeal provided by Artstar's thighs.

The team discusses various topics including the Smothers Brothers, new MCU developments including the upcoming Kraven movie, Joe’s experience at the movie theater with the wrong 3D glasses and more. TBJ gives her 30 second recap of Shang Chi.  The discussion involves Awkwafina and Simu Liu and their recent controversies and if they are justified or not.  Joe mentions meeting Ronny Chieng, and Sandra Bullock comes up for some reason, as well as GI Joe, Razorfist, Death Dealer, and funny names we’ve come across in life.

The team discusses various topics including sports, Star Wars, and the impact of COVID-19 on the film industry. They explore fictional narratives, new Marvel characters, and storytelling intricacies within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They also cover recent MCU developments, the concept of the multiverse, and the team's appreciation for the franchise. TBJ gives her 30 second recap, Everyone loves Florence Pugh and Scarlett Johansson and David Harbour as Red Guardian The team discuss the debut of Taskmaster and what fans might think, as well as appreciate the acting legend Ray Winstone. Plus Julia Louis Dreyfuss as Contessa.

Episode 115: Star Wars: A New Hope Discussion (Part 2). Whining About Tosche Station Power Converters Artstar, Joe and Professor Andy are joined by Carrington and Becca, two Star Wars Newbies to discuss their recent viewing of Episode IV: A New Hope, the first Star Wars Movie. Character discussion continues with everyone's take on Luke, Leia, Darth Vader, and more!. This is part 2. Get your Nerdskool Merch: https://www.historyforjerks.com Music by D Jones Hip Hop!

Episode 114: Star Wars: A New Hope Discussion (Part 1). Chewbacca: Goofy or Pluto? Artstar, Joe and Professor Andy are joined by Carrington and Becca, two Star Wars Newbies to discuss their recent viewing of Episode IV: A New Hope, the first Star Wars Movie. We discuss some confusion about deleted scenes and additional changes George Lucas made to the original trilogy and excitement we all had (or didn't have) about Star Wars growing up. We talk Jabba The Hutt, WTF is Chewbacca, and even hear a little bit from an 11 year old named Sparky. We talked for so long, we had to split this into two episodes. This is part 1. Get your Nerdskool Merch: https://www.historyforjerks.com Music by D Jones Hip Hop!

Episode 113: A Long Time Ago, In A Podcast Far Far Away Professor Andy, Artstar and Joe are joined by a new pupil, Carrington, who “knows nothing about” Star Wars, but loves anime and is a cosplayer. The group shared their experiences and perceptions of the Star Wars franchise, including discussions about representation and diversity, particularly with regards to the representation of black characters in the franchise. They also discussed their personal views on the franchise. Carrington explained that while her father introduced her to many things, including Star Wars, she never got into it as she found it old and not as appealing as other genres. Carrington and Artstar engage in a discussion about their appreciation for the anime series, One Piece, the appeal of anime in general, attributing it to the genre's advanced storytelling and unique cultural influences. The old nerds discuss their fond childhood memories of Star Wars and their respective nerdy credentials. They shared their experiences of introducing new audiences to the Star Wars universe and debated on the best ways to do so. They touch on the depth and complexity of the Star Wars universe, discussing the evolution of canon and the rich mythology it has created. Get your Nerdskool Merch: https://www.historyforjerks.com Music by D Jones Hip Hop!

Episode 112: Heroes Con 2024 Recap The Nerd Skool crew recaps their recent panel presentations at Charlotte’s Heroes Con. Also, the nerds engage in a light-hearted conversation about shared experiences from the con and explore potential ideas for future guest creators and experts we met. Mentions include: • Mobile Suit Gundam from 1979. • "Soul Food Wars" by Sarah Macklin. • Kevin Delgado, the creator of the comic "Tuff Stuff". • Vincent Carol, an expert on Gundam. • Ro Lamb, the creator of the comic "Scarlet Ranger" • The "Pop Cult Parent" podcast. • Dr. Who • One Piece • Kaiju #8 AND MORE! Get your Nerdskool Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/74089719?asc=u Music by D Jones Hip Hop!

This week Nerd Skool Discusses Professor Ando's summer movie pick: Gojira Andy leads a discussion about the 1954 Japanese film 'Gojira' and its Americanized version, which he introduced as an influential film in the kaiju genre. Andy, Joe, Art, and Tiffany engage in a discussion about the ownership and history of the iconic monster movies, Godzilla and King Kong. Andy shares his fond childhood memories related to Godzilla toys and the original 1954 film. but hated the 1998 American version of "Godzilla," The nerds discuss the cultural impact and enduring legacy of the monster Gojira, also known as Godzilla. The team explored the film's themes of nuclear destruction and the moral dilemmas of utilizing weapons of mass destruction, drawing parallels with events such as the 9/11 attacks. The conversation also covered the evolution of the Godzilla franchise, the role of monsters in modern iterations of the story, and the potential consequences of political decisions. Tiffany and Andy discussed the production quality and romantic aspects of the movie, with references to the Japanese film "Godzilla, minus one." Joe shared a fact about the effectiveness of kamikaze pilots in World War II, sparking a deeper conversation about Japanese cultural beliefs regarding death and honor. The group further discuss the concept of a 'bad movie scale', which Andy previously used in his reviews, and considered reintroducing it as a more lighthearted approach to movie criticism. The nerds discuss their recent movie-watching experience and popcorn buckets before transitioning into a conversation about reading preferences and the impact of subtitles on comprehension. Joe praises the performance of female basketball players, leading to an in-depth discussion about women's basketball, particularly the WNBA, and the lack of attention given to the sport. The team also discussed the influence of media coverage and societal perceptions on the sport and its players, with a specific reference to Caitlin Clark. The team also discuss their social media presence, and upcoming events such as 'Heroes Con' and and Pride month celebrations.

Nerd Skool does a quick Nerdy 30 to check in on what's up with the MCU, and what may or may not be included now in the MCU and whether or not it affects the Nerd Skool curriculum.

Episode 106: Comic Book Chronicles: Unveiling the Origins: Dr. Occult In this new subseries of Nerd Skool, Joe presents a character history to Artstar. We’re calling it Comic Book Chronicles: Unveiling the Origins. This episode: Dr. Occult & Rose Psychic! We talk about the All-Star Squadron, The New 52, Constantine, Justice League and a few other things Dr. Occult shows up in. Get your Nerdskool Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/74089719?asc=u Music by D Jones Hip Hop!

This week, we talk Wreck It Ralph, TBJ's pick. TBJ explains that Disney is it's own nerdom, while we all reminisce about old video game characters like Q-Bert and Dig Dug. Andy wonders about current day arcades and what shenanigans may happen in them. Artstar is sexy.

Episode 103: Artstar and Joe talk comic books and other nerd stuff. Topics Joe & Art discuss include: Deadpool The Thunderbolts Detective Comics Action Comics Disney Plus Netflix Echo Daredevil Kingpin Vincent D'Onofrio Iman Vellani Leondardo DiCaprio as Cyclops Hugh Jackman vs. Keanu Reeves Jury Duty Comixology vs. Kindle Venom Agents of Shield Online Comics Hoopla Marvel Unlimited Energon Universe Heroclix Marvel Snap Beef Rules Soulslike Skyrim

Episode 102: Spider-man Far From Home Part 2 The Nerd Skool finishes up Spider-man Far From Home & Phase Three of the MCU. Topics Covered include: The believability of the Mysterio Illusion Tom & Zendaya’s romance The Baltimore Ravens Isaiah Likely’s comparison to Artstar The Nerd Skool’s appreciation of Jon Favreau aka Johnny Hack Everyone also loves Kat Denning Joe’s high school football hype tape controversy regarding Onyx Artstar’s discman playing DMX J.K. Simmons cameo The Debra Jo Ruppaverse The Venom movies & the Sonyverse TBJ as the mama bear who wants to protect Peter Get your Nerdskool Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/74089719?asc=u Music by D Jones Hip Hop!