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The Nerd Byword

Kris, a teacher and Marvel fanboy, and Dave, a freelance writer and DC fanatic, love to talk about their nerdy passions: comic books, movies and television, and video games. Each week, they discuss nerdy news, recommend new media, and take a deep dive into one niche in nerd culture. “The Nerd Byword” also features interviews with industry greats and up and coming talent. New episodes release every Monday.

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01:14:26

Episode 179 - Comic Book Homework and Gaming Exclusives

The Nerd Byword ·

2024/02/06

When it comes to the world of nerdy podcasts, few can blend the past and present as seamlessly as the Nerd Byword. In their latest episode, hosts Dave and Kris take us on a journey through time, from the pixelated adventures of Indiana Jones and the debate about physical vs. streaming media, to the rich history of Disney's wealthiest duck, Scrooge McDuck, and the adventures of Moon Knight. Plus, brand-new nerd commendations.Nerd News Indiana Jones Video Game Trailer Drops Wal-Mart phases out

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01:12:29

Episode 178 - Nerd Disappointments: The Letdowns We...

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2024/01/30

Have you ever felt that sinking feeling when a beloved show, game, or movie just doesn't live up to the hype? That moment when the credits roll or the final boss is defeated, and you're left wondering, "Is that it?" We've all been there, and in this episode of the Nerd Byword, we dive deep into the heart of disappointment. In episode 178, we tackle the biggest letdowns we've faced in nerd media. We're talking about the games that promised worlds of adventure but delivered lackluster experiences, the

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01:20:18

Episode 177 - Godzilla Minus One: The Kaiju Comeback

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2024/01/23

Get ready to roar as we tackle the titan of Toho studios, Godzilla Minus One. Did it measure up to the colossal hype or crumble like the cities in its wake? Join us for a monstrous episode that dissects the film's narrative, its cultural resonance, and Godzilla's legacy. Plus, the DCEU goes out with a whimper, censorship comes for comics, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News DCEU goes out with a whimper Censorship of Graphic Novels up in 2023 Byword Big Talk Godzilla Minus One Nerd

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Episode 176 - Geek Goals: Our Nerd Year’s Resolutions

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2024/01/16

Discover what happens when nerds set resolutions! In episode 176, we're not just talking about going to the gym, we're discussing the future of nerd media and sharing our personal 'nerd years resolutions.' From the anticipation of a live-action Zelda movie to the excitement around a new Blade video game, join us for an episode filled with passion, predictions, and a whole lot of nerd love. Plus, new nerd commendations! Nerd News Nintendo announces The Legend of Zelda movie New Blade video game

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01:09:50

Episode 175 - When the Big Two go Number Two

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2024/01/09

This week, Kris and Dave discuss the biggest problems facing Marvel Comics and DC, from status quo syndrome to the detriments of movie adaptations. Plus, Sony deletes purchased content, Nightcrawler gets retconned, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News Sony deletes purchased content Nightcrawler gets a new origin Byword Big Talk The Biggest Problems Facing Marvel & DC Nerd Commendations Doctor Who: Wild Blue Yonder Monarch: Legacy of Monsters

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01:09:10

Episode 174 - Ultimate (Spider-Man) Expectations

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2024/01/02

This week, with a new Ultimate Spider-Man around the corner, Kris and Dave talk about their wishes for the new series. Plus, Dave Filoni gets a new job, Scream VII goes back to the drawing board, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News Dave Filoni's new Star Wars job Scream VII goes back to the drawing board Byword Big Talk Ultimate Spider-Man #1 Nerd Commendations Percy Jackson & the Olympians Doctor Who: The Star Beast

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01:17:39

Episode 173 - Coming to a Comic Shop Near You!

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2023/12/26

This week, Kris and Dave look ahead at the February 2024 comic book solicitations. Which books have them excited? Plus, the Turtles at IDW experience some big changes, Madame Web looks weird, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News Madame Web Trailer released, looks weird as heck The Winds of Change Blow at IDW’s TMNT Line Byword Big Talk February 2024 Solicitations Nerd Commendations Star Trek Voyage: Homecoming Ahsoka

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01:14:34

Episode 172 - Oh Captain, My Captain...Marvel

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2023/12/20

This week, Kris and Dave reignite the controversy and take a closer look at The Marvels. Did it deserve to fail, or is it a gem of a movie? They also reflect on the end of the Hollywood strikes and lament the cancellation of yet another Warner Bros. movie. Plus, new nerd commendations! Nerd News Coyote vs Acme shelved by WB for tax write-off The Hollywood strikes end Byword Big Talk The Marvels (2023) Nerd Commendations Star Trek Lower Decks Season 4 TMNT: Mutant Mayhem

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01:04:36

Episode 171 - Giving Thanks for a Nerdy Harvest

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2023/12/12

This week, it's a belated Thanksgiving as Kris and Dave discuss the nerdy content they're most thankful for. What made the cut? Plus, Jonathan Hickman goes Ultimate, a Two-Face actor passes away, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News Jonathan Hickman's Ultimate Decision Richard Moll, Two-Face actor, passes away Byword Big Talk From Attitude to Gratitude Nerd Commendations Assassin's Creed: Mirage JSA Spin-Off Comics

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01:05:57

Episode 170 - January Solicitations...Not THAT Kind!

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2023/11/21

This week, Kris and Dave look to the future and pick their most anticipated January 2024 comic book releases. Which books made the cut? Plus, some major characters were cut from No Way Home, Matthew Vaughn wants to remake Star Wars (snicker), and the return of nerd commendations! Nerd News Mary Jane, Gwen Stacy, Aunt May all cut from No Way Home script Matthew Vaughn wants to remake Star Wars Byword Big Talk January 2024 Comic Solicitations Nerd Commendations Hack/Slash: Back to School #1 by Zoe

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01:24:50

Episode 169 - The MCU is Forced to Change its Ways

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2023/11/14

This week, Kris and Dave break down the big news regarding the MCU's upcoming Daredevil show and what it means for the wider MCU. Plus, is physical media dying out? Do the new Ultimate Marvel titles look good? Will Kris survive the final nerd nightmare? Nerd News Best Buy announces its dropping physical media Marvel announces first wave of new Ultimate titles Byword Big Talk Daredevil and the MCU fallout Nerd Nightmare Drag Me to Hell (2009)

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01:23:32

Episode 168 - Saving the Comic Book Industry...Again

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2023/11/07

This week, Kris and Dave revisit their second episode ever and discuss how to save the comic book industry. Do their three-year-old takes hold up, or have their views evolved? Plus, AI is already replacing artists, CD Projekt Red doubles down on Cyberpunk, plus another Nerd Nightmare, ready or not! Nerd News AI is already replacing artists CD Projekt Red doubles down on Cyberpunk 2077 Byword Big Talk Saving the Comic Book Industry Nerd Commendations Ready or Not (2019)

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01:16:29

Episode 167 - A Cabin in the Woods Full of Comics

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2023/10/31

This week, Kris and Dave check out some recently launched comic books. How do these first issues stack up? Plus, the WGA strike ends, AI Batman causes controversy, and Kris discovers a horror movie he actually likes! Nerd News WGA and studios reach an agreement AI Batman comics causes backlash Byword Big Talk Wonder Woman #1 by Tom King & Daniel Sampere Captain America #1 by J. Michael Straczynski & Jesus Saiz Flash #1 by Si Spurrier & Mike Deodato Jr. Rare Flavours #1 by Ram V. &

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01:04:28

Episode 166 - The Amalgam Chainsaw Massacre

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2023/10/24

This week, DC vs. Marvel month concludes with Kris and Dave creating their own DC and Marvel amalgamated characters. What sort of Frankenstein characters did they come up with? Plus, Doctor Who's 60th anniversary is coming, Ultimate Spider-Man returns, and Kris heads to Texas for a Chainsaw Massacre! Nerd News Doctor Who 60th Anniversary Trailer releases Ultimate Spider-Man returns Byword Big Talk Kris & Dave's New Amalgam Characters Nerd Nightmare Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003)

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01:23:44

Episode 165 - Nerd Nightmare in the Amalgam Universe

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2023/10/10

This week, DC vs. Marvel month continues with the two publishers' second batch of the 1996 Amalgam Comics collaboration. Can the Marvel-produced collection clean the litter box from last week? Plus, is Fables in the public domain? Is the Lando TV show now a movie? Can Kris survive the return of Nerd Nightmare? Nerd News Lando project now a movie? Is Fables in the public domain? Byword Big Talk Marvel's Amalgam Age of Comics Nerd Nightmare The Evil Dead (1981)

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01:19:04

Episode 164 - I’ve Got My Catsai on You

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2023/10/03

This week, DC vs. Marvel month continues with the two publishers' first batch of the 1996 Amalgam Comics collaboration. Are they a triumph or a...cat turd? Plus, rumors surrounding Nintendo's Switch 2 are heating up, details of the canceled Boba Fett movie emerge, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News Switch 2 rumors are heating up Details on the canceled Boba Fett movie Byword Big Talk DC's Amalgam Age of Comics Nerd Commendations Birds of Prey #1 by Kelly Thompson & Leonardo Bastos

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01:04:50

Episode 163 - A Very 90s DC and Marvel Crossover

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2023/09/19

This week, Kris and Dave kick off a month of DC vs. Marvel with a deep-dive into the 1990s comic book mini-series DC vs. Marvel…or is that Marvel vs. DC? Plus, video game voice actors may be heading for a strike, some speculation about a Daredevil: Born Again delay, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News MCU fare gets delayed…Daredevil next? Video game industry heading for possible strike Byword Big Talk DC vs. Marvel Nerd Commendations The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask Age of Empires IV

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01:01:32

Episode 162 - School House Blues

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2023/09/12

This week, Kris and Dave become principals and hire comic book characters to teach at their schools. Who made the cut? Plus, wrestling and animation lose legends, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News Arleen Sorkin Passes Away Bray Wyatt & Terry Funk Pass Away Byword Big Talk Comic book characters as teachers Nerd Commendations Superman: The Last Days of Lex Luthor #1 by Mark Waid and Bryan Hitch Immortal Thor #1 by Al Ewing & Martin Coccolo

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01:07:49

Episode 161 - A Marvelous Origin Story

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2023/09/05

This week, Kris and Dave review go back to the beginning and review the first volume of Kamala Khan as Ms. Marvel. Does the new mutant’s origin hold up? Plus, a new Witcher book is coming, VFX artists vote to unionize, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News Marvel VFX Artists Vote to Unionize A new Witcher book is coming Byword Big Talk Ms. Marvel, Vol. 1 Nerd Commendations Cityscapes: Sim Builder Oracle of Seasons & Oracle of Ages

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01:03:38

Episode 160 - Superhero Substitutes

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2023/08/22

This week, Kris and Dave discuss their favorite short-term substitute superheroes. Which are as good as, if not better than, the original? Plus, the Justice League is set to take on some monsters, the Ultimate Universe returns, and new nerd commendations! Nerd News Godzilla vs. Kong vs. Justice League announced The Ultimate Universe returns Byword Big Talk Favorite substitute superheroes Nerd Commendations Supergirl by Peter David Assassin's Creed: Odyssey

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