Down And Nerdy Podcast

Did you know that there was a different kind of quarantine in the 1990s? This week we're talking about a new documentary, Spaceship Earth, that looks at the Biosphere 2 project. Hear us talk to director Matt Wolf about what it was like to talk to those involved, any parallels that can be drawn to our current situation, the allure of John Allen and much more. Plus he'll look a the positives and negatives of the project, all these years later. Watch Spaceship Earth on May 8 on VOD wherever you get your movies. Last week you heard us talk to Sarah Natochenny, this week we actually review Marvel's Black Widow: Bad Blood from Serial Box. We also share thoughts on the new Amazon Prime Video series, Upload. Nerd news tackles AMC's refusal to show Univeral movies, a shortened season for Batwoman, a possible Transformers prequel movie and so much more! Want to know everything you'll be able to hear? Go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com and also find past shows.

Looking for you Black Widow fix? It's coming sooner than you think! Marvel's Black Widow: Bad Blood is a brand new story debuting on Serial Box on April 28th, and narrator Sarah Natochenny is here to tell us all about it! Find out what it was like to work on her first Marvel project, what kind of Natasha we will get in this story and so many teases that you will want to binge read/listen immediately. GET EPISODE 1 OF MARVEL'S BLACK WIDOW: BAD BLOOD ON SERIAL BOX ON TUESDAY, APRIL 28TH! Speaking of blood, we also have a review of the new Mortal Kombat animated movie, Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge spoiler free. We also do some follow up reviews of #2 issues of comics that we have reviewed in the past. There was also a ton of nerd news to discuss including a new Star Wars series, DC's new Digital Firsts releases, WB rethinking their theatrical model and much more. For more info on this episode, or to check out more, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Who wants to take a crazy trip across the galaxy (not yours)? We found just the right scavenger for the job! This week, Adriyan Rae joins us to talk about the new Syfy series, Vagrant Queen! She tells us what's going on with Elida and Amae, how her first impression of Elida changed as the show went on and so much more. Plus, there are some stories from behind the scenes of the show that you won't want to miss. WATCH VAGRANT QUEEN THURSDAYS AT 11PM ET ON SYFY! We also hop aboard the Infinity Train for our review of Volume 1 before the show comes out on DVD this coming week, and review some digital comics you might have missed. We also have news about an upcoming Justice League Dark series from HBO Max, Boom! Studios getting a new first look TV partner, the return of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and MUCH more! Sponsored by Mint Mobile. Go to www.mintmobile.com/nerdy for wireless plans starting at $15 per month! For more on us, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com

If you're searching for a little bit of heart right now, come on a quest with us! This week, we're talking to writer David Booher and artist Drew Zucker about their fantasy series, Canto from IDW Publishing. If you've never heard of Canto, they'll tell you what to expect. You can also find out why this story is perfect for the times we're going through right now, how they came up with the idea of these tin knights and much more! Plus, get an update on what's to come for potential sequels and one shots! CANTO VOL. 1 IS AVAILABLE NOW AT BOOKSTORES, COMIC BOOK SHOPS AND DIGITAL RETAILERS! Since we didn't get to it before, we FINALLY review the Bloodshot movie. We have even more Valiant talk, thanks to an Instagram post from John Cena. You can also hear us talk about a potential DC/Marvel crossover, the trailer for Extraction and even some more new comic book reviews. For even more info on us, and for past shows, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com

The mysteries of the universe are being worked in a new Amazon Prime Video series. This week, we talk to writer and series creator Nathaniel Halpern about Tales From The Loop when you can stream RIGHT NOW! He'll tell us about making a series inspiried by some paintings, if this series is coming out at the right time and how the series defies traditional science fiction. STREAM TALES FROM THE LOOP NOW ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO! Did you think we'd run out of stuff to talk about? We review the Season 2 premiere of DC Universe's Harley Quinn, talk about the failing business of the comic book shops and even the possibility of movie makers putting out too many movies in 2021. We even found some new comics to review! Sponsored this week by MyBookie!

It's Morphin' time, Jackrabbit style! This week, we're talking to Jacqueline Scislowski who plays Zoey/The Yellow Ranger on Power Rangers: Beast Morphers. Find out what she thought about having the Jackrabbit DNA for her character, what she thinks of the relationship between Zoey and Nate, how the show spans generations of fans and much more. Plus, she talks about her experience on the set of Man of Steel year ago! WATCH POWER RANGERS: BEAST MORPHERS SATURDAYS AT 8AM ET ON NICKELODEON! You can also hear us review the newest Syfy series Vagrant Queen, a new Judge Dredd comic and Valiant's latest X-O story. Plus we talk A LOT about what's happening to the comic book industry as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Sponsored by MyBookie! For more on us, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com

This week, we're headed to the front lines of battle with the witches of the military! Motherland: Fort Salem has finally premiered on Freeform, and we're talking to Jessica Sutton (Tally Craven) all about it. Find out how she would describe Tally, what it was like going through those basic training scenes and some great teases for the upcoming season! WATCH MOTHERLAND: FORT SALEM EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 9PM ET ON FREEFORM! Binge watching at home? So are we! Get our review of Superman: Red Son from DC Animation and The Letter to the King's first episode on Netflix. We also talk about the PS5 specs, celebrate 80 years of Robin and even some Spider-Woman talk as well. Plus, you know we're talking about that Harley Quinn Season 2 trailer! Sponsored this week by Keeps! Go to www.keeps.com/nerdy for your first month of treatment FREE! Find out more from us at www.downandnerdypodcast.com

It's been a crazy week, but we're here to help you stay entertained! We were supposed to have an interview talking about Disney's Mulan, but that was delayed shortly after their big premiere, so we decided to focus on just that. The changing landscape of entertainment during this pandemic We give as many updates as we can regarding delays and cancellations related to the coronavirus pandemic. That includes a big conversation about the cancellation of E3, WonderCon being delayed and what movies/TV shows have been affected by this ever changing turn of events. We also share our theory about Bloodshot opening this week, the Guardians of the Galaxy joining Thor 4 and a big SPOILER FILLED review of the Black Lightning Season 3 finale. For more on this week's show, and for more big breaking news, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com Sponsored this week by Mack Weldon!

The future is now! We're talking to writer Zack Kaplan about his new story, Join The Future from AfterShock Comics. How does he blend both a future society and a western lifestyle? What future tropes did he want to avoid? What can he tell us about Clementine Libbey? Hear all of this, and an update on his TV projects as well! JOIN THE FUTURE #1 IS AVAILABLE NOW! Castlevania Season 3 has arrived, and you can also hear our SPOILER FILLED review this week! We also have a ton of nerd news to discuss with The Batman's Batmobile revealed, The Last of Us coming to HBO, The Magicians ending and SO much more! Plus you know we had to review Strange Adventures #1 from DC. Sponsored by iD Tech Camps! Go to www.idtech.com/dnpod today to reserve your child’s spot and receive $75 off! Get more info on us at www.downandnerdypodcast.com

We're off to Key House this week! It's a double dose of Locke & Key with TWO big interviews! First, hear us talk to Laysla De Oliveira about what it was like to play the villainous Dodge on the show. Find out how she approached the character, behind the scenes of the finale and how she would use the Anywhere Key. Then we're joined by Kinsey Locke herself, Emilia Jones! She'll talk about her knowledge of the comics, some interesting insight into Kinsey's character and who she would like to do more scenes with. Plus they both share thoughts on their hopes for Season 2! BINGE WATCH ALL EPISODES OF LOCKE & KEY NOW ON NETFLIX! We also dive into the big Star Wars news of the week by talking about The High Republic, casting news about the Kung Fu reboot and someone new at the helm of Indy 5. You can also get a review of Falcon & Winter Solider...the comic. We even sneak in some TMNT talk! For more information on this week's episode, or to hear past shows, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Whether we're traveling the galaxy, hearing voices or have a license to kill, we picked the right guest this week! Hear us talk to writer Vita Ayala about a TON of amazing comics. We star with Nebula, talk about Marvel Voices and even throw in some eye opening James Bond talk in there as well. The first issues of both Nebula and Marvel Voices are available from Marvel Comics right now! That's not all, because there were a couple of interesting pieces of Arrowverse news to talk about this week. We also do a little something different by reviewing Hunters from Prime Video, but we also sharpen our claws for a Wolverine review as well. You can also find out what character from the 1930s will finally be getting a TV adaptation. Sponsored by Bespoke Post! Go to www.boxofawesome.com and enter promo code DNPOD for 20% off of your first monthly subscription box! You can also find out more about us at www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Who will survive this Valentine's Day weekend in Gotham? This week we're talking to Camrus Johnson, who plays Luke Fox, about what's happening on Batwoman! He gives some insight into the Beth/Alice mystery, connections that Luke has with both Kate and Mary, who he would most like to work with from the Arrowverse and SO MUCH more. Yes, we do ask him the Batwing question! WATCH BATWOMAN EVERY SUNDAY AT 8PM ET ON THE CW AND AGAIN ON THE CW APP! It's also a double review week! Not only can you hear our SPOILER FILLED review of the Birds of Prey movie, but we tackle Season 1 of Locke & Key from Netflix as well. We also give our opinion on the first look at the Batsuit from The Batman test footage, a new publisher entering the comics world and the return of Batman: The Animated Series to comics! If you love comics talk, you picked the right week to listen. If you want even more from us, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com

The war in Freeland continues and the Book of Markovia is wide open right now. As amazing as Black Lightning has been in Season 3, we just had to get the inside scoop from Christine Adams (Dr. Lynn Stewart/Lynn Pierce). She'll tell us all about what's going on with Lynn this season, how things have changed for the show and a lot of talk about the balance of power. Plus, she teases a potential BIG guest star coming to the show soon! You won't want to miss it! WATCH BLACK LIGHTNING EVERY MONDAY AT 9PM ET ON THE CW! There was also some big MCU news this week with some updated release dates for the Disney+ series and a familiar face directing Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. We also give a spoiler filled review of Fox's LEGO Masters series premiere, dive into the pages of the new Darth Vader comic and much more. Like what you hear? Find more from us at www.downandnerdypodcast.com

What's coming to Netflix in 2020? How about Season 2 of The Order? This week we remind you about the magical series of secret societies with interviews with the cast, creators and producers! Hear us talk to Louriza Tronco (Gabrielle), Dennis Heaton (Creator/Showrunner ), Shelley Eriksen (Creator/Writer), Sarah Grey (Alyssa), Thomas Elms (Hamish), Mike FrislevChad (producer), Chad Oakes (Producers) & Adam DiMarco (Randall) about what we might see in Season 2 and look back at Season 1 as we anxiously await a release date! Binge watch Season 1 of The Order NOW on Netflix! Arrow took it's final bow this past week, so you know we have a spoiler filled review of that. It's also back to reviewing comics with something from DC and Oni Press, news of dueling Transformers movies in the works and another classic character being rebooted. There's a lot more movie news where that came from too! For more on this week's episode, and to listen to even more, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com

IT'S HERE! Our huge 300th episode celebration is full of amazing nerdy goodness! Lou Diamond Phillips joins the show this week to talk about what's coming up on Fox's Prodigal Son, the dynamic between Gil and The Surgeon and his relationship with Malcolm. WATCH PRODIGAL SON EVERY MONDAY AT 9PM ET ON FOX! We also have Joe Dinicol on the show to talk about the Arrow series finale! Hear him talk about what it was like to be back on the show, his favorite memories from being on set, the possibility of seeing Ragman on another Arrowverse show and even a Blindspot tease! WATCH THE SERIES FINALE OF ARROW THIS TUESDAY STARTING AT 8PM ON THE CW! We also have a special edition of What We're Reading with writer Christopher Hastings joining us to talk about Valiant's Quantum & Woody! What's up with these new powers? Will we see any new characters? You can also find out about an upcoming signing tour! ISSUE 1 OF QUANTUM & WOODY IS AVAILABLE NOW! Finally we talk about the news about the Star Wars: Obi-Wan series, a spoiler

Magic is back in a BIG way! Season 5 of The Magicians has begun, and we decided to bring back one of our best guests on to talk about it! Jade Tailor (Katy) returns to the show this week to talk about what's next for the hedge witches, Katy's biggest moment from last season, the romance between Penny and Julia and much more! Plus we ask her for an update on something we asked her during our previous interview that you won't want to miss! WATCH SEASON 5 OF THE MAGICIANS EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 10PM ET ON SYFY! You know that we're also going to give you a big SPOILER FILLED recap of Crisis on Infinite Earths (especially that big Flash moment!) You can also hear us give an update on Aquaman and Green Lantern landing at HBO Max. the fate of Watchmen on HBO, the Morbius trailer and some comic book reviews as well. Like what you hear? Find even more at www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Looking for something new to watch on Disney+? Rise up! We're FINALLY releasing out interviews for Marvel Rising: Heart of Iron by popular demand. You asked for it, so now hear from Kamil McFadden (Patriot), Kathreen Khavari (Ms. Marvel), Milana Vayntrub (Squirrel Girl) and Sofia Wylie (Ironheart) about this amazing Marvel Rising special that you might have missed. You can stream it, and other Marvel Rising animated goodness, RIGHT NOW on Disney+! Speaking of animation, you can also get our SPOILER FILLED review of the first installment of Deathstroke: Knights & Dragons from CW Seed. We also talk about a new era for Batman comics, a major Marvel Studios movie losing their director and a former Batman actor potentially joining the MCU. That's just a part of the nerdy goodness we have this week! Sponsored this week by Mack Weldon! Hear more from us at www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Season 2, now boarding! We kick of 2020 in a BIG way, talking about the return of Manifest to NBC. Hear our interview with Parveen Kaur who talks about playing Dr. Saanvi Bahl on the show! How will things be with Saanvi and The Major? What about these new Xers? What about Cal's drawing? We ask her about that and more! SEASON 2 OF MANIFEST PREMIERES MONDAY, JANUARY 6TH ON NBC! We also have a double dose of Star Wars talk this week! Get a SPOILER FILLED review of both The Rise of Skywalker and The Mandalorian Season 1 finale! We also have some Marvel movie news, a review of the new Thor comic and much more. For more on this week's show, and past weeks, go to www.downandnerdypodcast.com

After a year filled with amazing interviews, it's time to choose the best moments of 2019! After so many great shows, movies, comics and two conventions, it was SO hard to choose the 10 best! Some of these moments include interviews from The Flash, Arrow, Gotham, The Suicide Squad and MANY more! Listen and find out who made the cut, including one moment NEVER RELEASED on our podcast this year. Hear these full interviews, and more, at www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Tis the season to spend time with the ones you love. For Cisco, that's Kamilla. This week, we're talking to Victoria Park about playing Cisco's better half! What if Cisco keeps his powers? How is it working at the Central City Citizen? What about the post-Crisis world? Hear about that and more! NEW EPISODES OF THE FLASH RETURN FEBRUARY 4, 2020! We're saving our Rise of Skywalker review for spoilers, but we do have a message for fans. Instead we'll review Stephen and Robbie Amell's Code 8, a Star Wars comic from Marvel and the Superman: Red Son trailer! Plus, news about more He-Man! Get more shows at www.downandnerdypodcast.com