Nerd's Talking

About Nerd's Talking

Welcome to Nerd's Talking, the ultimate podcast for pop culture aficionados! Join us as we embark on a thrilling journey through the vast realms of movies, games, comic books, and all things nerdy. Our passionate hosts delve deep into the latest releases, timeless classics, and hidden gems, offering insightful discussions and thought-provoking analysis. But we're not just about pop culture! Our curiosity knows no bounds as we explore a wide range of topics. From current affairs to tech trends, from fascinating websites to captivating conspiracy theories, we leave no stone unturned.

Publisher

Nerd's Talking

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

22 Oct 2020

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

327 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   The Mike Flanagan’s Carrie, Matchbox Movie Review, Ben Affleck’s Animals & The Dumb Phone Trend Episode

   lcome back to Nerds Talking, your go-to podcast for all things pop culture, movies, television, gaming, comic books, and beyond! 🎙️ Another fun-filled episode is here, and we’re covering all the entertainment news you need, sharing our opinions, and throwing in plenty of laughs, unexpected tangents, and nerdy insights along the way! CARRIE: MIKE FLANAGAN BRINGS STEPHEN KING’S NIGHTMARE TO PRIME VIDEO! Horror fans, this one is for you! We’re diving into Carrie, the new Prime Video series from acclaimed horror creator Mike Flanagan, based on Stephen King’s legendary novel. With bullying, social media, teenage angst, and terrifying telekinetic powers at the center of the story, does this fresh adaptation deliver the horror we’ve been waiting for? We discuss the series, its performances, and whether Flanagan has another hit on his hands! MATCHBOX: THE MOVIE REVIEW! From toy cars to a globe-trotting action adventure, we’re reviewing Matchbox: The Movie, starring John Cena, Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, Teyonah Parris, Arturo Castro, Danai Gurira, and Corey Stoll. Directed by Sam Hargrave, this action-comedy follows Sean (Cena), an undercover CIA agent who reunites with his childhood friends and accidentally pulls them into a dangerous international pursuit to save the world. Does this high-octane adventure shift into high gear, or does it run out of gas? We’re sharing our thoughts! ANIMALS ON NETFLIX: LAFAYETTE’S REVIEW! Lafayette takes the mic to review Animals, the Netflix thriller directed by and starring Ben Affleck, alongside Kerry Washington, Gillian Anderson, Steven Yeun, Adriana Paz, Luis Gerardo Méndez, Ray Fisher, and Mark Kassen. The story follows Los Angeles mayoral candidate Mark Kimball (Affleck) and his wife as they face a nightmare when their son is kidnapped. With a ransom to raise and their carefully constructed lives threatening to unravel, the couple must make impossible choices that test their morals, relationships, and ambitions. What does Lafayette think of this tense thriller? Is it worth adding to your Netflix watchlist? Tune in for his verdict! DUMB PHONES: CAN LESS TECHNOLOGY MEAN MORE LIFE? Are people finally getting tired of endless scrolling? We explore the growing interest in so-called “dumb phones”—basic mobile phones designed to reduce distractions and limit smartphone addiction. Is ditching your smartphone the secret to escaping doom scrolling, reclaiming your attention span, and reconnecting with the real world? Or is this just another trend destined to disappear? We debate whether going back to basics might actually be a smart move! ENTERTAINMENT NEWS AND EVERYTHING ELSE! As always, we cover the latest headlines from movies, television, video games, comic books, superheroes, and the wider world of pop culture. Expect strong opinions, fun debates, hilarious moments, and plenty of nerdy observations. Whether you’re a horror fanatic, a movie buff, a gamer, a comic book enthusiast, or simply looking for a podcast that brings humor and smiles to your day, Nerds Talking has you covered! Tune in, laugh with us, and join the conversation. Like, follow, subscribe, and share with your fellow nerds! #NerdsTalking #Carrie #MikeFlanagan #StephenKing #PrimeVideo #MatchboxTheMovie #JohnCena #MovieReview #AnimalsNetflix #BenAffleck #NetflixMovies #DumbPhone #DoomScrolling #EntertainmentNews #PopCulture #HorrorFans #GamingNews #ComicBooks #Podcast #GeekCulture

2. 

   9 Oct 2026

   The Lanterns Episode 8 Finale, A24’s Onslaught Review, Cristiano Ronaldo & More Episode

   Welcome back to Nerds Talking, the podcast where pop culture, entertainment, and nerdy obsessions collide! 🎙️ Get ready for another fun-filled episode packed with entertainment news, movie reviews, comic book talk, gaming, sports, politics, and plenty of laughs along the way. We’re hitting all the marks this week, so buckle up as the crew dives into the stories everyone is talking about! LANTERNS EPISODE 8 FINALE: DID IT STICK THE LANDING? The wait is over! We’re breaking down the season finale of DC’s Lanterns in Episode 8. Did the show successfully tie up all those loose ends, or did it leave us with even more questions? Were there unexpected twists, shocking revelations, and satisfying conclusions? We’re sharing our thoughts, reactions, theories, and everything we loved—or didn’t love—about the final chapter. If you’re a Green Lantern fan or a DC Universe enthusiast, you won’t want to miss this discussion! A24 MOVIE REVIEW: ONSLAUGHT We’re turning our attention to Onslaught, the action-horror thriller from A24 and director Adam Wingard. Starring Adria Arjona, Dan Stevens, Eric Wareheim, Reginald VelJohnson, Michael Biehn, Alex Pereira, Drew Starkey, and Rebecca Hall, this wild ride follows a rogue squad of genetically engineered super soldiers that breaks loose in the desert, forcing an Army sniper to unleash hell to protect her young daughter. Does Onslaught deliver the action, thrills, and over-the-top mayhem we were hoping for? Is it another A24 winner, or does this cinematic battle miss the mark? We’re getting into the performances, story, action, and our honest opinions. If you love movie reviews, horror, action movies, and discovering what’s worth watching, join us for the breakdown! CHRISTA PIKE: NEAR-DEATH STORY—TWICE We also discuss the shocking and disturbing story of Christa Pike, who survived a botched execution attempt involving two doses of lethal injection drugs. Her case raises serious questions and opens the door to a difficult conversation about the death penalty, the justice system, and what happens when an execution goes horribly wrong. CRISTIANO RONALDO: WHY DID HE TAKE HIS BALL AND GO HOME? The world's biggest soccer stars aren't immune to controversy! We’re catching up on Cristiano Ronaldo and the latest developments behind his decision to walk away from a situation rather than play along. What happened, why did he react the way he did, and was he justified? We’re breaking it down and giving you our take on the football superstar making headlines. ENTERTAINMENT NEWS, GAMING, COMICS & A LITTLE POLITICS Of course, we wouldn’t be Nerds Talking without catching up on the latest entertainment headlines! From movies and television to video games, comic books, superheroes, celebrity news, and whatever else has the internet buzzing, we cover the stories worth talking about. And yes, we sprinkle in a little politics, too, because sometimes the real world is just as unbelievable as the movies! LAUGHS, MEMORIES & NERDY INSIGHTS As always, expect plenty of humor, unexpected tangents, strong opinions, friendly debates, and the kind of conversations that make you feel like you’re hanging out with friends. Whether you’re a superhero fanatic, a movie buff, a gamer, a sports fan, or simply someone looking for an entertaining podcast to brighten your day, there’s something here for you. Tune in to Nerds Talking! Join the crew for another entertaining journey through the worlds of pop culture, movies, TV, sports, and beyond. Like, follow, subscribe, and share the episode with your fellow nerds! Because when it comes to entertainment, there’s always something to talk about! #NerdsTalking #Lanterns #LanternsFinale #DCUniverse #GreenLantern #OnslaughtMovie #A24 #MovieReview #EntertainmentNews #PopCulture #CristianoRonaldo #ChristaPike #GamingNews #ComicBookNews #Podcast #MoviePodcast #TVReviews #SportsNews #GeekCulture #NerdCulture

3. 

   2 Oct 2026

   The Lanterns Episode 7, Runners, Jason D. & The Exorcist 2 Episode

   Another fun-filled episode of Nerds Talking is here, and the crew is covering A LOT! From the biggest entertainment news of the week to movies, television, video games, comic books, sports, and everything in between, we’ve got plenty to talk about! We kick things off with our Entertainment News roundup, hitting all the major stories making waves this week. Then it’s time to head back to the mysterious small town of Rushville as we break down Episode 7 of DC’s Lanterns. What exactly is going on in this strange town? Who can be trusted? And what new mysteries are waiting around the corner? We dive into the latest episode and share our thoughts, theories, and reactions. MOVIE REVIEWS We also have plenty of movie talk this week! This week, we take a look at Runner, the new action-comedy thriller starring Alan Ritchson, Owen Wilson, Rodrigo Santoro, Leila George, Peta Sergeant, Geraldine Hakewill, Kate Box, and Cecilia Toussaint. Directed by Scott Waugh, Runner follows former soldier and high-end courier Hank Malone (Alan Ritchson), who finds himself teamed up with organ transplant manager Ben Bishop (Owen Wilson). The unlikely pair must transport a time-sensitive medical delivery while being hunted by a ruthless cartel. With a little girl's life hanging in the balance, Hank and Ben find themselves caught in a deadly race against time filled with action, danger, betrayal, and plenty of obstacles standing between them and their destination. We discuss the movie's action, story, performances, and the unlikely chemistry between Ritchson and Wilson. Is Runner worth the trip to the theater? Tune in to hear our thoughts! Carlos also gives his review of Jason D. – Legend of the White Dragon, the superhero/fantasy film starring Jason David Frank, Aaron Schoenke, Ciara Hanna, Mark Dacascos, and Michael Madsen. We discuss the story, characters, action, and the legacy of the late Jason David Frank. Plot: A fallen hero is drawn back into a battle against a powerful enemy as he takes on the mantle of the White Dragon and fights to protect those around him. We break down the movie and give you Carlos’ take on whether it delivers the superhero experience fans were hoping for. Then Lafayette takes us behind the scenes of one of horror cinema’s most infamous productions with a review of the documentary about the making of The Exorcist II: The Heretic. We look at the troubled production, the creative decisions, the legacy of the original The Exorcist, and what went into making one of horror's most controversial sequels. CRISTIANO RONALDO QUITS?! And yes… we’re talking sports! Cristiano Ronaldo apparently took his ball and went home — or at least that’s how it feels! We discuss the latest Ronaldo news, what happened, and what his decision could mean for the football world. As always, expect plenty of laughs, memories, opinions, movie reviews, television discussions, nerdy insights, and a whole lot of fun from the Nerds Talking crew. So grab your favorite snack, sit back, turn up the volume, and TUNE IN! Nerds Talking — Movies. TV. Comics. Games. Sports. Pop Culture. And plenty of nerdy nonsense! Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, and SHARE! #NerdsTalking #Lanterns #LanternsEpisode7 #DC #DCU #GreenLantern #Rushville #Runners #JasonDavidFrank #LegendOfTheWhiteDragon #TheExorcist #ExorcistII #TheExorcistII #HorrorMovies #MovieReviews #TVReviews #EntertainmentNews #CristianoRonaldo #Ronaldo #SportsNews #ComicBooks #PopCulture #NerdCulture #GeekCulture #MoviePodcast #TVPodcast #Podcast #Netflix #Marvel #DCComics

Who has been a guest on Nerd's Talking

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dwayne Johnson
• Chris Evans
• J.K. Simmons
• Lucy Liu
• Kiernan Shipka

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

11,020

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

13 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 71 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

83

Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

77

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