Down And Nerdy Podcast

Welcome to Patience, Colorado! The new SYFY series Resident Alien premiered this week, so we're bringing you interviews with members of the amazing cast! Hear Sara Tomko (Asta), Alice Wetterlund (D'Arcy), Corey Reynolds (Sheriff Mike) and Levi Fiehler (Mayor Ben) talk about this unique new show. We even get into a few minor spoilers about the first episode, including how well aliens hold their liquor! WATCH RESIDENT ALIEN WEDNESDAYS AT 10PM ON SYFY! It was a very interesting nerd news week so we're talking about everything from comic conventions at sea to some very different trailers. It was also a big week for Netflix, so we'll talk about the Skull Island and Tomb Raider anime series, as well as The Sandman casting news. If that wasn't enough, we have some comics to review AND the Season 2 premiere of Snowpiercer! No matter what your fandom, we're feeding it this week! Sponsored by Care/Of. Go to www.takecareof.com and enter promo code nerdy50 to get 50% your first order of customized vitamins and supplement

She said it best, "new look, new Batwoman".  Javicia Leslie joins us this week to talk about bringing Ryan Wilder to Season 2 of the series.  What were her first impressions of the character, what does she love about Ryan and how does she feel about Gotham in general?  She also has a great answer about representation on the series.  WATCH SEASON 2 OF BATWOMAN EVERY SUNDAY ON THE CW! In addition to that, it's another double review week!  We'll give our thoughts on both WandaVision and Batman: Soul of the Dragon.  Speaking of DC, there's news about who will play Barbara Gordon, The Muppet Show is returning (sort of), more movie delays are announced and so much more!   Keep up with us anywhere at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

It's a double dose of TV heroes this week!  First up, we're talking about the highly anticipated second season of Batwoman with Meagan Tandy!  Where are Sophie's emotions heading into this season?  Does it feel like a fresh start?  What does Javicia Leslie bring to the show?  We ask her about that and so much more!  WATCH SEASON 2 OF BATWOMAN BEGINNING SUNDAY, JANUARY 17TH ON THE CW! Next up, we continue to talk about Season 2 of Fox's Prodigal Son by welcoming Frank Harts back to the show.  We talk about his very important story this season where JT faces discrimination on the job.  He'll take us inside filming that big scene in the Season 2 premiere, how important it is and more.  Plus we get his feelings on what's going on with Malcolm Bright this season, as well.  WATCH PRODIGAL SON EVERY TUESDAY AT 9PM ET ON FOX! Think that's all?  We also have a spoiler free review of the Season 2 premiere of Servant from Apple TV+, discuss the rumors of Chris Evans returning at Captain America, react to the latest De

You waited an extra few months for the Fall TV season, and it's finally beginning!  We're starting off with Fox's Prodigal Son, talking to showrunners Chris Fedak and Sam Sklaver.  We had to ask them about that incredible Season 1 finale, how it will immediately impact Season 2, if we'll see any true to life elements of today's society in the series and much more.  Plus, hear the guys talk about their talented (and apparently scary) writer's room.  WATCH THE SEASON 2 PREMIERE OF PRODIGAL SON ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 12TH AT 9PM ON FOX! It was also a BIG week for comics.  We'll review a pair of DC Future State titles, as well as the first issue of Star Wars: The High Republic.  Speaking of reviews, get ready for our spoiler filled thoughts on Season 3 of Cobra Kai.  Plus we'll run down a couple of major casting announcements (including a big one for Moon Knight), an exciting new DC animated movie and more. Sponsored by Kobo and The Faraway Collection From Amazon Original Stories. Go to https://www.kobo.com/downa

Happy New Year!  I know you might not want to look back on 2020, but we did have some pretty great interview moments that we'd like to share.  Our annual tradition includes names like Neil Jackson (DC's Stargirl), April Bowlby (Doom Patrol), Amalia Holm (Motherland: Fort Salem), Bradley James (The Liberator) and many more.  Hear some great insight into some of the best movies, TV series and comics of the past year. As an added bonus, this show also features our SPOILER FILLED review of Wonder Woman 1984.  We'll also talk about the love/hate relationship fans seem to be sharing for this sequel.  Which side of the fence do we fall on?  You'll have to listen and find out!  It's a great way to kick off an exciting new year.  Thank you for your support! Sponsored by The Faraway Collection, Amazon Original stories!  Go to https://www.amazon.com/farawaystories for these modern fairytales. You can also relieve ALL of our 2020 moments at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Merry Christmas fellow nerds!  We're giving you the gift of more Pennyworth talk this week.  Hear our conversation with Ben Aldridge (Thomas Wayne) and Emma Paetz (Martha Kane) about what you can expect in this second season.  We talk to them about the early dynamic between their two characters, how they both feel about Alfred and they both react to Thomas showing up back in England ENGAGED!  It's a conversation you won't want to miss.  WATCH THE SEASON 2 MIDSEASON FINALE OF PENNYWORTH DECEMBER 27TH ON EPIX! We have waited patiently, so we're finally going to be talking about the incredible second season of The Mandalorian.  We'll also touch on the news about The Book of Boba Fett, Cobra Kai arriving early and some early TV renewal news you're sure to love. Sponsored by Talkspace and the Faraway Collection Amazon Original Stories. Go to https://www.talkspace.com and enter promo code DNPOD to get $100 off your first month of helping your mental health. Also go to https://www.amazon.com/farawaystories to ge

It's time to take a stand before the holidays!  This week we're talking about the new CBS All Access adaptation of Stephen King's The Stand with Brad William Henke.  He talks to us about not just playing Tom Cullen, but how he really tried to become the character.  He also teases what to expect from some of the other characters, why the show works in today's world and MUCH more!  Plus, some light decorating tips for your holiday enjoyment.  WATCH THE STAND NOW ON CBS ALL ACCESS! After a couple of weeks of interviews, we finally get around to reviewing the early episodes of Season 2 of Pennyworth this week.  We also talk about the Cyberpunk 2077 debacle, DC announcing a ton of new creative teams and dive into the pages of a couple of interesting comics this week ourselves.  Sponsored by The Faraway Collection, an Amazon Originals story.  Get your copy of these stories today at https://www.amazon.com/farawaystories You can also find more about us at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

The war for England is almost here!  Pennyworth finally begins it's second season this Sunday, and we have the man who wants to escape it.  Jack Bannon joins us this week to talk about what's going on with Alfred at the start of Season 2 in the Pennyworth series.  We'll talk about what he went through last season, just how bad things are in England, what Alfred's next move is and much more.  Plus, could Alfred's love life be getting more interesting?  Find out!  WATCH PENNYWORTH SUNDAYS ON EPIX! There was A LOT of news out of the Disney Investors presentation, and we tackle the biggest stories regarding both Marvel and Star Wars.  That includes the Loki trailer, the Andor trailer, first looks at Falcon and The Winter Soldier and What If!  We also talk about all of the crazy Spider-Man 3 casting chatter, review the new Amazon series The Wilds and a couple of new comics as well. Sponsored by Kobo!  Go to https://www.kobo.com/downandnerdy to get your 30 day free subscription and audiobook credit! Find out eve

The war for London is on!  Season 2 of Pennyworth is coming to EPIX on December 13th, and we're getting you ready by talking to the man who developed the show.  Bruno Heller stops by to offer up his insight on what you can expect this upcoming season.  He talks about what Alfred is going through, how the Raven Society will impact this season, some political intrigue and much more.  WATCH SEASON 2 OF PENNYWORTH BEGINNING SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13TH ON EPIX! We also talk about the major news of the week from Warner Bros. Pictures and their 2021 theatrical releases, John Diggle's return to the Arrowverse and take on a couple of opinions going through social media in the nerd world.  We also have reviews of The Hardy Boys from Hulu, Batman/Catwoman and King In Black from Marvel. Sponsored by Shudder!  Listen to find out how to get 30 days of the best horror for free. Find out more about us at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

What's better for Thanksgiving weekend than a jet setting adventure?  Jupiter Jet & The Forgotten Radio has arrived, and we couldn't wait to talk to Jason Inman and Ashley V. Robinson about it!  Find out how Volume 2 of this story actually ended up happening, what you can expect from many of your favorite characters and a TON of teases of what might be in store for the future.  Plus we talk about what the future of the comic book industry as a whole might be, and you'll definitely want to hear their thoughts.  JUPITER JET & THE FORGOTTEN RADIO IS AVAILABLE NOW FROM ACTION LAB! We also have a mostly spoiler free review of the new movie Run from Hulu.  It was a light nerd news week but we do talk about the new Starfire suit, more bad news for Black Lightning fans and you'll find out why we might be done with Joss Whedon.  We also have a review of the debut issue of The Other History of the DC Universe that goes deeper than you might expect.  You'll be thankful that you didn't miss this week's show! Sponsored

This would be a great way to kick start your weekend!  Martial arts and sci-fi combine in Jiu Jitsu, and we have one of the film's stars with us this week!  Alain Moussi joins us to talk about this unique new project, his work doing stunts for some of the biggest action movies of the last few years and his love of martial arts in general.  Plus, we ask him about his signature moves and he'll even tell you how it's done!  WATCH JIU JITSU NOW ON VIDEO ON DEMAND! It's also another busy week for us on the review front, with our thoughts on the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special and the early release of HBO Max's The Flight Attendant.  We also talk about the BIG Wonder Woman 1984 release news, navigate a sea of new trailers and talk about Wonder Girl joining the Arrowverse.  Plus, you know we'll make time to talk about some comics! Get more from us at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Anyone want to take a trip to Point Blanc?  Alex Rider has arrived on IMDb TV, and we're getting the inside scoop on the series directly from it's biggest stars!  Listen as we talk to Otto Farrant (Alex Rider), Brenock O'Conner (Tom Harris) and Ronke Adekoluejo (Jack Starbright) about this great new spy series.  Learn about the amazing stunts from the show, how they all felt about their characters, what makes the series so special and what might have changed from the books.  Plus, we just have a lot of fun geeking out about Alex Rider, which you can watch now on IMDb TV! We also give some thoughts on The Liberator from Netflix, dive into Punchline's first solo comic from DC, discuss the new Hardy Boys trailer from Hulu, talk about a possible Black Lightning spinoff and so much more! Sponsored by Kobo!  Go to https://www.kobo.com/downandnerdy for a free 30 day trial and check out some amazing audiobooks! You can also find out more about us at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Something never before seen is coming to Netflix!  This week we talk to Bradley James about playing Felix Sparks in The Liberator on Netflix.  He'll talk to us about the new Trioscope style that the series was shot in, how this story differs from other World War II era stories, how he prepared for the role and much more.  Plus, something you might not have known from the make-up chair on the set.  WATCH THE LIBERATOR ON VETERAN'S DAY, NOVEMBER 11TH, ONLY ON NETFLIX! It was a slow nerd news week, but we still managed to talk about more movie delays, confirm a new 007 and even spread a little LEGO Star Wars holiday cheer.  We also review the HBO Max series Two Weeks to live and a couple of big comic book releases from DC and Marvel. If you want even more from us, go to https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

On the hunt for a great horror graphic novel this Halloween?  Enter, The Kill Journal!  We brought writer Adam Lawson back on the show this week to talk about his latest Indiegogo story.  He talks about the horror roots of this new tale, the incredible character designs and what might be in store for backers of the project.  Plus he gives us an update on The Eighth and a new project that he has in the works.  BACK THE KILL JOURNAL ON INDIEGOGO FROM NOW UNTIL NOVEMBER 6TH! This week we also review the new Netflix anime series Blood of Zeus, go mostly spoiler free while talking about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronan and give our thoughts on the costume design reveals for Batwoman and Red Hood from Titans.  We even sneak in some exciting talk about the Tiny Toons revival! Want more from us?  Go to https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Where is Utopia?  It's on our show this week!  We're talking to Desmin Borges about playing Wilson Wilson on Amazon's conspiracy thriller.  Find out what his favorite thing about Wilson is, how important Wilson's circle of friends are, how the cast kept things light on set and more.  Plus we talk to him about THAT scene from Episode 2!  WATCH SEASON 1 OF UTOPIA NOW ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO! Speaking of Amazon, we also have an early and spoiler free review of Truth Seekers.  We also talk about the demise of Quibi, The Joker coming to The Snyder Cut and more nerd news.  We also dive into the pages of something new with Harley Quinn and Rick Remender's newest story, Scumbag. You can always find more from us at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

This week we're giving you more insight into a Halloween tradition!  The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror is this weekend and we have showrunner Al Jean on the show to give us the inside scoop.  What goes into planning one of these episodes every year, what can we expect from some of the spoofs this year and what are some of his favorite Treehouse moments?  Plus, you won't believe what Simpsons merchandise that Al owns!  THE SIMPSONS TREEHOUSE OF HORROR XXXI AIRS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18TH AT 8PM ON FOX! It's also another special double review week!  We talk about Season 1 of Helstrom from Hulu and the new Liam Nesson movie Honest Thief, both spoiler free.  You can also hear about DC's new Future State event, some Green Lantern live action series news and talk about a bunch of different trailers. Hear even more from us at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

What's next for NEXT?  Once again we're talking about the new Fox thriller, but this time, with one of the lead investigators.  Fernanda Andrade joins us this week to talk about playing Special Agent Shea Salazar!  She tells us what drives Agent Salazar in her very difficult work, about the dynamic between Shea and Paul LeBlanc and about facing an enemy that you can't see.  Plus she teases what's to come after the big premiere cliffhanger!  WATCH NEXT ON FOX EVERY TUESDAY AT 9PM! It's also another double review week where we'll share our thoughts on The Boys Season 2 finale and the sci-fi comedy Save Yourselves with clips from our interviews with stars Sunita Mani and John Reynolds.  We also dive into Batman #100, talk about the trailers and news from the first day of NYCC and Doctor Strange being added to Spider-Man 3.  There's other stuff too, but you'll have to listen to find out. Learn more about us, and listen to past episodes at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

Nothing is going to stop Fox from an amazing Fall TV season!  We have not one but TWO interviews to tell you all about it.  First, we're joined by Ryan McPartlin from L.A.'s Finest!  He talks about his impressions of Patrick McKenna, the secrets that Nancy is keeping from him and teases ahead for some possible action scenes coming up for him in the series.  Plus, we had to ask if there would be an "awesome" Chuck Easter Egg on the show!  WATCH L.A.'S FINEST EVERY MONDAY AT 8PM ON FOX! Then we jump to Tuesdays on Fox to talk about the new series, Next, with the show's creator Manny Coto.  Hear him talk about how the idea for the show came about, the amazing cast of characters that he has to work with and the unique threat that Next brings to the series.  Plus, with all of this crazy technology, we ask him about the most low tech part of his day.  WATCH NEXT EVERY TUESDAY AT 9PM ON FOX! Crazy enough, that's not all!  We talk about Marvel casting Ms. Marvel, the production shutdown in Vancouver and a bunch of

Bad Boys for life, but this week it's ladies first.  We're talking about L.A.'s Finest, now airing on Fox, with the show's creators and executive producers Brandon Margolis and Brandon Sonnier.  Hear them talk about their love of the Bad Boys universe, the dynamic between Syd and McKenna, working in Easter Eggs and much more!  Plus, did Gabrielle Union really shoot herself in the butt on set?  We have the story!  WATCH L.A.'S FINEST MONDAYS AT 8PM ON FOX! Speaking of new series we also give a spoiler free review of Utopia from Amazon Prime Video.  We talk about the end of Supergirl and the return to work for the Arrowverse.  Marvel has moved a bunch of release dates for it's movies, but put out a pretty good She-Hulk comic this week too.  All of this wrapped into one big podcast this week! For more on our show, and to hear past episodes, go to https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com

The future is bright...maybe a little too bright.  This week we're talking to director Guy Moshe about his new film, LX 2048.  Hear him talk about the amazing performances from James D'Arcy and Anna Brewster, his take on a dystopian near future and what he feels this movie is truly about at it's core.  Plus we talk about insurance, which will totally make sense when you see the movie!  SEE LX 2048 IN VIRTUAL CINEMAS AND VOD ON SEPTEMBER 28TH! We're also talking about the major casting news for the She-Hulk series, The Mandalorian Season 2 trailer and all the anger surrounding the cancellation of Stumptown.  Plus it's a DOUBLE REVIEW week this week talking about both Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous from Netflix and Departure from Peacock.  That's just a fraction of what you can hear on the show this week! Find out more about us at https://www.downandnerdypodcast.com