Nerds at the Cool Table

About Nerds at the Cool Table

Nerds at the Cool Table is a pop culture discussion show that recreates the feeling of analyzing/debating/arguing/theorizing with your friends after watching a movie or binging a tv show. With dashes of nostalgia, inside jokes, anecdotes of nights out, and a few profound moments of reflection, toss in the occasional special guest and you have nerds at the cool table at full strength

Publisher

Nerds at the Cool Table

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

16 Oct 2017

Latest episode

18 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 70 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   18 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Nerds at the Cool Table: MCU X-Men Casting Reactions & Lanterns Initial Thoughts

   Hosts David and Julien analyze the MCU's X-Men casting and the Lanterns premiere, offering insights into future superhero storytelling.

2. 

   9 May 2025

   Nerds at the Cool Table: Thunderbolts* No Ross

   We assemble to break down Marvel’s latest entry, Thunderbolts, diving into its themes, character arcs, and the emotional weight carried by its ensemble cast. We explore how the film tackles mental health, the shifting dynamics within this new team of anti-heroes, and the implications of its explosive post-credit scene. The conversation touches on concerns around spoilers, the potential formation of a new Avengers lineup, and what Thunderbolts signals for the future of the MCU—especially with teases involving Sentry's capabilities, this new collection of heroes, and the highly anticipated Fantastic Four. We also discuss where Marvel currently stands and how this film might reset the tone heading into the next phase.

3. 

   30 Oct 2024

   Nerds at the Cool Table: There Will Be Only One Blade

   In this conversation, David and Julien discuss recent developments in the MCU and DC Universe, focusing on the delays of the Blade movie and the casting announcements for the Green Lantern series. They explore the implications of these changes, the challenges Marvel faces in storytelling, and the potential for future projects. The discussion highlights the excitement surrounding new casting choices. They discuss potential villains for the Lanterns, the creative team behind upcoming projects, and the importance of representation in casting. They express excitement for James Gunn's Superman movie and share their thoughts on the future past Venom 3.

Inside a recent episode

Nerds at the Cool Table: MCU X-Men Casting Reactions & Lanterns Initial Thoughts

Published 18 Aug 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] He's 47. Okay, no, he's Gen X. Yeah, he's Gen X. Okay, Gen X, Professor X. But he was supposed to be young, right? If this is being set in our time now, because that Professor X was set in the 60s, so that makes sense. So he's supposed to be Patrick Stewart, Professor X. This is going to be a Professor X in our current time. So that's going to be interesting for me to see, which makes me curious about who they're going to cast as Magneto and if he's going to be similar in age, because you know what I mean? I don't think we're getting Magneto in this movie. Really? I don't. I don't think we're getting Magneto at all. […]

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YouTube views

10,989

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

103 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 51 / 100

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Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

67