Episode 5.45 – “1976 Pinto: This week, Rum & Nerdy gets back to doing what we do best: drinking rum and nerding out. We kick things off with an Australian import, Railyard Timboon Rum – a gift from our buddy Mike from the New Zealand road trip. It’s smooth, it’s surprising, and it definitely sparks some opinions.

Then we shift gears into full Stranger Things mode. (Spoiler Alert!) We dive into Season 5, Episodes 1–4 and talk about how Stranger Things: The First Shadow has now been officially confirmed as canon. The play’s storyline fills in some major gaps and adds layers that change how the first half of the season hits. Consider this your warning: if you’re not caught up, pause the episode… or embrace the chaos.

Rum, theories, plot connections, and one or two references that may cause your metaphorical Pinto to explode. Classic Rum & Nerdy.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.