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New Wave Nerds

New Wave Nerds Network

We"re just two nerds who know way too much about comics, movies, video games, and all other nerd culture. Join us every week for news, reviews, opinions, and more!

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49:39

Mission: Impossible | A MFBM Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/06/21

For this My Father Before, Brennan and Tory visit the movie that started it all, Mission: Impossible!In Mission: Impossible, an America agent, under false suspicion of disloyalty, must discover and expose the real spy without the help of his organization.The film is directed by Brian De Palma and written by Bruce Geller, David Koepp, and Steven Zaillian. M:I stars Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, Jon Voight as Jim Phelps, Emmanuelle Beat as Claire, Henry Czerny as Kittridge, Jean Reno as Krieger, and Ving

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27:14

Superman Vol. 2 The Chained | An NWN Comic Book Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/06/12

The Summer of Superman continues as Brennan reviews the second volume in Joshua Williamson's ongoing Superman series, The Chained!In The Chained, The Man of Steel is challenged like never before when the menace called “The Chained” is freed from deep beneath Supercorp! Why did Lex Luthor imprison this mysterious foe there in the first place? And will even super-powered armor be enough to give an outmatched Superman the upper hand? Plus, new threats from a transformed Brainiac, the LexLuthor Revenge

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38:10

Man of Steel | An NWN Movie Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/06/10

The Summer of Superman continues as Brennan reviews the controversial Zack Snyder movie, Man of Steel!In Man of Steel, A young boy learns that he has extraordinary powers and is not of this Earth. As a young man, he journeys to discover where he came from and what he was sent here to do. But the hero in him must now emerge if he is to save the world from annihilation and become the symbol of hope for all mankind.The film is directed by Zack Snyder and written by David S. Goyer, with story by Goyer

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28:33

Superman Vol. 1 Supercorp | An NWN Comic Book Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/06/05

The Summer of Superman continues as Brennan reviews the first volume of Joshua Williamson's ongoing Superman series, Supercorp!In Supercorp, Superman has returned to Metropolis, and his greatest enemy, Lex Luthor, is finally behind bars. The future of the Superman Family has never been brighter! As Clark Kent settles back into his life, iconic and new enemies erupt from the shadows to strike down the Man of Steel! But waiting in the wings to back up Big Blue is…Supercorp? What secret project has Lex

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23:03

Superman Returns | An NWN Movie Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/06/03

The Summer of Superman continues as Brennan reviews the much maligned, Superman Returns!In Superman Returns, Superman returns to Earth after spending five years in space examining his homeworld Krypton. But he finds things have changed while he was gone, and he must once again prove himself important to the world.The film is directed by Bryan Singer and written by Michael Dougherty, Dan Harris, with story by Bryan Singer. The film stars Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth, Kevin Spacey, and James

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21:22

Superman '78 | An NWN Comic Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/05/29

The Summer of Superman continues as Brennan reviews the comic series that takes us back to Richard Donner's Superman, Superman '78!Superman ’78 tells a brand-new adventure in the world of the beloved film. A bright, shining day in Metropolis is interrupted by a mysterious drone that crash-lands in the city and starts wreaking havoc. This looks like a job for Superman! But where did the metallic menace come from, what is its purpose, and who is Brainiac? As Metropolis is invaded by this being and its

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33:08

Superman: The Movie (1978) | An NWN Movie Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/05/27

The Summer of Superman has begun at the New Wave Nerds, and Brennan is here to kick it off by reviewing Superman: The Movie from 1978!In Superman, an alien orphan is sent from his dying planet to Earth, where he grows up to become his adoptive home's first and greatest superhero.The film is directed by Richard Donner and written by Mario Puzo, David Newman, Leslie Newman, and Robert Benton. It stars Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman, Margot Kidder, and Marlon Brando.Superman: The Movie is available to

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29:12

Star Wars: Rogue One Adaptation | An NWN Comic Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/05/22

After finishing up the second season of Andor, Brennan couldn't get enough of Cassian so we're back to review the comic book adaptation of Star Wars: Rogue One!The Rebellion is here! The Rogue One crew makes the leap from the big screen to the comic-book page in this action-packed adaptation! All looks lost for the galaxy when the Empire's new super-weapon is discovered. Any insurgency will quickly be thwarted by the devastating new Death Star! But maybe there's hope for the rebel cause when Jyn

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55:28

Andor Season 2 | An NWN TV Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/05/20

The highly anticipated second season of Star Wars: Andor has finished, and Brennan and Tory are ready to review it!Andor Season Two sees Cassian continue his journey in becoming one of the most important figures in the Rebel Alliance.The series stars Diego Luna, Denise Gough, Stellan Skarsgard, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona, Anton Lesser, Genevieve O'Reilly, Elizabeth Dulau, and Muhannad Ben Amor.All of Andor Season Two is currently available to stream on Disney+!If you're in the mood for more Star

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28:36

Thunderbolts (2023) | An NWN Comic Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/05/15

After watching the recent Thunderbolt* movie, Brennan takes a look at the 2023 miniseries from Marvel Comics, Thunderbolts!Thunderbolts follows Bucky Barnes after he's just inherited a mountain of covert intel. Bucky establishes a team to bring justice (like lightning) and take down one of the oldest villains in the Marvel Universe - The Red Skull!The series is written by Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing, and is illustrated by Geraldo Borges.Thunderbolts (2023) is currently available on the Marvel

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24:26

Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld | An NWN TV Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/05/13

The next installment in the Star Wars animated saga is here, and Brennan is ready to talk about it!Tales of the Underworld follows the galaxy's criminal underworld. Asajj Ventress, a former assassin, flees with a new ally, while Cad Bane confronts his past when meeting an old friend turned Marshal.The series is created by Dave Filoni and stars Nika Futterman as Asajj Ventress, David W. Collins as Bilk, Lane Factor as Lyco Strata, Corey Burton as Cad Bane, and Artt Butler as Niro.Star Wars: Tales of

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26:46

Marvel Rivals | An NWN Game Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/05/08

Marvel Rivals has taken over the competitive gaming scene and Brennan and Spencer are here to talk about their favorite (and least favorite) parts of the game!Marvel Rivals is a 6v6 team-based shooter where the player selects their character from a list of heroes and villains in the Marvel Universe. From Captain America to Magneto, from the Invisible Woman to Emma Frost, there's a character for every gameplay style. Marvel Rivals is available for free on PC, PS5, and Xbox!If you're in the mood for a

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01:05:28

Thunderbolts* | An NWN Movie Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/05/06

The wait is finally over - The Thunderbolts have arrived and Brennan and Tory are here to review it!Thunderbolts* follows an unconventional team who, after finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, must embark on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their past. The film is directed by Jake Schreier and written by Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo. It stars Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Valentina Allegra de

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22:53

One World Under Doom | An NWN Comic Book Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/03/20

This week Brennan reviews the status quo shifting event, One World Under Doom!Written by Ryan North and illustrated by R. B. Silva, follows Victor Von Doom after he has become the Sorcerer Supreme. Dr. Doom takes over airways across the globe to declare himself Emperor of the World - the ruler of a new United Latveria! Issues #1 and #2 are currently available at your local comic shop and digital storefronts!If you're in the mood for a movie, listen to Brennan's review of the modern classic,

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30:53

Sicario | An NWN Movie Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/03/18

This week Brennan reviews the modern classic, Sicario!Directed by Denis Villeneuve, Sicario sees an idealistic FBI agent enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the border between the U.S. and Mexico. The film is written by Taylor Sheridan and stars Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, Benicio Del Toro, Jon Bernthal, Victor Garber, and Daniel Kaluuya.Sicario is currently available for streaming on Netflix!Or if you're in the mood for a TV series, listen to Brennan's

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25:47

Zatanna (2025) | An NWN Comic Book Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/03/13

DC Comics has just released a Zatanna mini-series, and Brennan is here to review the first issue of this new comic series!The series is written and illustrated by Jamal Campbell, and sees Zatanna Zatara back on tour. She's got her stage crew back together and is looking forward to a new, less chaotic chapter of life. However, her plans are disrupted before they even begin when her stage crew is abducted by a ghostly new adversary, The Lady White. Now, Zatanna is plunged into machinations of tricks,

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23:13

Daredevil: Born Again | An NWN TV Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/03/11

The Man Without Fear is Back, and Brennan is here to review the first two episodes of the newest Marvel series!In Daredevil: Born Again, Matt Murdock finds himself on a collision course with the newly-elected Mayor Wilson Fisk when their past identities begin to emerge.The new series reimagines the dark and gritty tone of the original Netflix series and brings it into the MCU in satisfying fashion.The series was created by Matt Corman, Chris Ord, and Dario Scardapane and stars Charlie Cox as Matt

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21:49

Magik (2025) | An NWN Comic Book Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/03/06

This week, Brennan reviews the recent Marvel comic series starring an underrated X-Man, Magik!Written by Ashley Allen and illustrated by German Peralta, Magik takes Illyana Rasputin away from the X-Men and sets her out on a solo journey to stop an evil prophecy from being fulfilled.Magik is joined by a young man who must help her stop evil from being unleashed on the Earth (again).The first two issues are available now at your local comic shop or on digital storefronts!Or if you're more of a movie

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38:49

The Devil's Advocate | An NWN Movie Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/03/04

This week, Brennan revisits the classic Keanu Reeves movie, The Devil's AdvocateDirected by Taylor Hackford, The Devil's Advocate follows Keanu Reeves' Kevin Lomax after the undefeated Florida lawyer accepts a job in the Big City, New York!The film is written by Tony Gilroy and Jonathan Lemkin, based on the book by Andrew Neiderman, and stars Keanu Reeves, Al Pacino, and Charlize Theron.It's currently available to stream for free on Plex.To find out what else is going on in the DC Comics Universe,

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25:49

Nightwing (2025) | An NWN Comic Book Review

New Wave Nerds ·

2025/02/27

Dan Watters takes over the reins on Nightwing following the events of Absolute Power and knocks it out of the park!In Dan Watters' run, Dick Grayson continues to battle corruption in the city of Bludhaven, but things get serious when Nightwing learns of a mysterious connection to his past.This series showcases the differences between Nightwing and Batman, while also highlighting the influences of Gotham's Dark Knight.Issues #119-#123 are currently available on digital storefronts and on DC Universe

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