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Wednesday Apr 01, 2026

Project Hail Mary is this Year's Movie | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #291

Wednesday Apr 01, 2026

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This has been an absolute banner week for nerd culture. We've got a lot to unpack, from the streets of Hell's Kitchen to the halls of Hogwarts, and finally, into the depths of deep space.

In Issue #291 of Keeping Up With The Nerds, we are diving deep into the massive returns of some of our favorite franchises. Whether you're a Marvel devotee, a Wizarding World fan, or a hard sci-fi nerd, we’ve got you covered.

In this episode: Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Premiere: Matt Murdock is back, and the stakes in Fisk’s New York have never been higher. We break down that brutal opening on the Northern Star, the shock unmasking, and that unexpected save from Bullseye. Is an uneasy alliance actually happening?

Harry Potter HBO Series Trailer: The first look at the reboot is finally here! We discuss the new cast (Nick Frost as Hagrid is a mood!), the 2026 release date, and whether this "faithful adaptation" can capture the magic of the original books all over again. Project Hail Mary in 70mm: We just walked out of the theater and... wow. We discuss why seeing Ryan Gosling and Rocky on a massive 70mm screen is the only way to experience this movie. From the incredible sound design to the emotional weight of that friendship, we’re giving you our spoiler-free (mostly!) review.

Are you locked in for Daredevil season 2? And what do you think of the new Harry Potter casting? Let us know in the comments! 👇

#Daredevil #BornAgain #HarryPotter #ProjectHailMary #RyanGosling #HBO #DisneyPlus #70mm #NerdCulture #Podcast

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Wednesday Mar 25, 2026

SPIDER-MAN Brand New Days Teases... MAN-SPIDER?! | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #290

Wednesday Mar 25, 2026

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The Spider-Verse is expanding, Serenity is fueling up, and the Oscars just gave us a night to remember! 🕷️🚀🏆

In Issue #290 of Keeping Up With The Nerds, we’re breaking down the absolute chaos of the past week. From the record-shattering Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer to a shock announcement from Nathan Fillion that has every Browncoat screaming, we’ve got a lot to get through. Plus, we recap the biggest wins (and snubs) from the 2026 Oscars.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Breakdown: Is that organic webbing?! We discuss Tom Holland’s dark new chapter, Jon Bernthal’s MCU debut as The Punisher, and those wild Sadie Sink / Jean Grey rumors.

Firefly is BACK (Sort of): Nathan Fillion just confirmed a brand new Firefly animated series is in development with the original cast. We talk about what this means for the "Wash is alive" timeline and why Joss Whedon isn't involved.

2026 Oscars Recap: Michael B. Jordan’s big win for Sinners, Paul Thomas Anderson finally taking home Best Director, and why K-Pop Demon Hunter rightfully won its Oscar categories.

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Wednesday Mar 18, 2026

Bearly Legal: Ted Strikes Back | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #289

Wednesday Mar 18, 2026

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Buckle up, Nerds! 🎙️ In today’s Issue, we’re breaking down the latest in TV and streaming, from foul-mouthed bears to the high seas of the Grand Line. Here’s the breakdown of everything we covered:

Ted Season 2: Seth MacFarlane’s Magnum Opus? 🧸 – We dive deep into the new season of Ted and discuss why this might actually be Seth MacFarlane’s greatest work to date. From the sharp writing to the heart beneath the crude humor, we explain why this prequel series is hitting all the right notes.

One Piece Season 2 Success 👒 – The Straw Hats are back! We analyze how the second season continues to defy the "live-action anime curse." We talk about the brilliant translation of Oda’s world to the screen and why it’s setting a new gold standard for adaptations.

Malcolm in the Middle Returns? 📺 – We have a short but sweet conversation about the rumblings of a Malcolm in the Middle revival. Is the world ready to see where the family is now, or should some classics stay in the past?

Lanterns: A Divided Fandom 🟢 – The new DCU series Lanterns trailer has officially arrived, and it is sparking intense debate. We break down the polarizing elements of the show and why fans are so split on this gritty take on the Green Lantern show.

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Thursday Mar 12, 2026

Is the One Piece Underwater? (It's Actually Real?!) | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #288

Thursday Mar 12, 2026

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Buckle up, Straw Hats 👒 and S.T.A.R.S. members! 👮‍♂️ In today’s episode, we are diving 651 meters deep 🌊 into the Pacific Ocean. We’re breaking down the absolute madness 🤯 that is Eiichiro Oda’s "600 Million Milestone" stunt. 💎 Did the creator of One Piece really just drop the secret to the series’ ending 📜 into the ocean floor? ⚓️

We discuss the viral video that has the internet acting like real-life treasure hunters 🗺️ and how Reddit detectives 🕵️‍♂️ managed to pinpoint the coordinates 📍 (Suruga Bay, we see you! 👀) using nothing but cloud patterns ☁️ and Japanese Coast Guard colors. 🚢

Then, we’re switching gears from the Grand Line to the nightmare-inducing halls 🏚️ of the Wrenwood Hotel. 🏨 We have officially finished Resident Evil 9: Requiem, and we have thoughts. 💭 From the intense duality of Leon’s action-packed roundhouse kicks 🥋 to the nerve-wracking stealth segments 👣 with newcomer Grace Ashcroft, we’re reviewing the story, the "Singing Zombie," 🎤🧟‍♀️ and that retcon-heavy ending. 💥 Is this the best Resident Evil since RE4, or does the dual-campaign style leave us wanting more? 🎮

#OnePiece #ResidentEvil9 #RE9 #AnimeTheory #GamingNews #Podcast #LeonKennedy #TheOnePieceIsReal #HorrorGaming #RERequiem #Oda #GamingCommunity

Listen now and let us know: Would you hire a submarine to find Oda's treasure 🛥️, or are you too busy surviving the Raccoon City Syndrome? 💉🧤

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Wednesday Mar 04, 2026

Puppet Master Paramount Get What They Want | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #287

Wednesday Mar 04, 2026

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We’re packing a lot into today’s episode! Here’s the breakdown of everything we covered:

Resident Evil 9: Requiem 🎮 – Capcom’s latest is finally here! We discuss why it feels so fresh compared to the previous entries (shoutout to that Grace/Leon dual gameplay!) and how it’s absolutely crushing it in the charts right now. 📈🔥

Paramount & Warner Bros. Merger 🤝 – The "big house" buyout is the talk of Hollywood. We talk about the potential for censorship and why we’re bracing for our favorite content to start disappearing from streaming platforms. 🚫🎬

Scream 7 Reaction 👻 – We didn’t hold back on this one. It felt a bit "mid" to us, and we dive into why it might actually deserve those low Rotten Tomatoes scores. Is the franchise finally losing its edge? 🍅📉

What’s your take? Is RE9 your new favorite, or are you still reeling from that Scream 7 score? Let us know in the comments! 👇

#ResidentEvil9 #Scream7 #Paramount #WarnerBros #MovieReviews #Gaming #PodcastLife #RottenTomatoes

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Thursday Feb 26, 2026

DC Shows It Wants Us Back | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #286

Thursday Feb 26, 2026

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Welcome back to another Issue straight from the Cupboard Under the Stairs! 🎙️⚡ Today, we are breaking down the massive new DC Comics slate for 2026, and things are about to get wild.

From the brutal fallout of the DC K.O. event to the brand-new "Next Level" initiative, DC is pulling zero punches this year. We're talking Red Hood leading a brand new Teen Titans, the expansion of the Absolute Universe, and a Gotham City event that pits Vandal Savage against Mayor Poison Ivy. Grab your pull lists, because we’ve got all the details you need to know! 💥📖

Hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and let me know in the comments: Which new 2026 DC title are you most hyped for? 👇🦇

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Wednesday Feb 18, 2026

Sony's State of Play Was... Ok? | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #285

Wednesday Feb 18, 2026

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The Big Game has finally arrived, and The Nerds... are only really watching it for the commercials. Ladies and Gentlemen, issue 284 of Keeping Up With The Nerds is brought to you by SPORTS!!! Why touch grass when you can watch commercials meant to excite us for what's to come, while people play a game in an expensive arena for "entertainment" in between it all. So, were The Nerds right about what was played during the game? Or was this another week of chaos and tomfoolery.

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Wednesday Feb 11, 2026

Predicting The Big Games Biggest Trailers (Were We Right?) | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #284

Wednesday Feb 11, 2026

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Wednesday Feb 04, 2026

A Siege on New Vegas and Broken Expectations | Keeping Up with the Nerds Issue #283

Wednesday Feb 04, 2026

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After 8 long weeks, The Nerds have finally reached the end of Fallout Season 2... but The Nerds you'll be listening to on the show haven't just yet. You see, since Amazon decided to switch up the release schedule, The Nerds would only be able to talk about every episode except 8 at the time, BUT fear not, friends, because this issue (in typical Nerd fashion becomes utter chaos. Expectations are set, predictions planted, and friendships are tested in this issue. Watch (or listen) as The Nerds set their predictions up for the already released finale to be totally and completely wrong.

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