My Public Life as an American Nerd Podcast

In the season finale, Kevin and Christian wrap up a long, loud, and thoughtful year with a wide ranging conversation that blends awards talk, trailers, books, and personal reflection. They dig deep into the Oscar nominations with a heavy focus on Sinners, debating Best Picture, directing, and performances while sharing where their hopes and predictions line up or clash. The episode also covers new...

Kevin is joined by Christian for a wide ranging conversation that jumps from comedy highs to franchise burnout. They kick things off with a surprisingly strong episode of Saturday Night Live hosted by Finn Wolfhard, breaking down standout sketches, musical guests, and why young actors with real comedic timing keep stealing the show. From there, the conversation shifts into Golden Globes fallout, a...

Kevin and Bryan sit down right before the Golden Globes to break down their predictions, locks, and a few categories that could still surprise. From Best Picture drama and comedy to acting races and animation, they give clear takes on what feels locked and what could still shift. The conversation then expands into a bigger reflection as they start counting down their personal top ten movies of the...

In this packed episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin is joined by Christian, Brian, Eli, and special guests Troy and Ellie for a wide ranging conversation that blends hype, frustration, and honest fandom. The group runs through a massive list of 2026 movie releases, sharing their most anticipated films, surprise picks, and a few strong disagreements along the way. The episode then s...

In this end of year episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin, Christian, and Brian wrap up 2025 with a full Top 10 Movies of the Year discussion, plus reflections on what stuck with them most. Before the lists begin, they pay tribute to Adam the Woo and talk about the impact he had on the creator community, then shift into thoughts on Stranger Things season five as it heads toward its...

Kevin is joined by Christian and Brian for a long, passionate conversation that starts with Kevin finally catching One Battle After Another and spirals into awards season chaos. They dig into Golden Globe nominations, debate major snubs, and weigh cultural relevance against escapism, especially when comparing One Battle After Another with Sinners. The discussion turns sharp as they react to Quenti...

Kevin and Christian cover a wild mix of real life exhaustion and major pop culture shifts. They talk midweek concerts that hit harder at 45, why Violent Night rules as a holiday watch, and the fallout of a potential Netflix and Warner Brothers deal that could reshape movie theaters as you know them. They break down Stranger Things season five with full spoilers, including Max’s return and Will’s p...

In this new episode, Kevin and Brian cover a loaded week of film, TV, and industry talk. They react to Amazon’s controversial AI dubbed anime, break down why voice actors matter, and shift into reviews of Train Dreams, Caught Stealing, and Zootopia Two. Kevin shares his thoughts on Stranger Things season five and the growing problem of fan driven expectations, while the two dive into media literac...

In this solo to duo episode, Kevin kicks things off with a heartfelt Thanksgiving message before diving into Wicked for Good, giving an honest take as someone who knows the Broadway material inside and out. He jumps into Stranger Things season five hype, Netflix’s trouble with theatrical releases, and early thoughts on Moana’s live action teaser. Christian joins partway through to talk Ninja Turtl...

This week, the crew jumps into fresh movie talk, franchise updates, and the latest surprises in pop culture. You get honest reactions to new trailers, early reviews, and the state of long running series, mixed with their usual back and forth about what hits, what misses, and what still has potential. It is a fast, funny session built around what you love most, movies, comics, and all the nerd talk...

In this new episode, Kevin Hoskinson, Christian, and guest, Brian, return from break to talk film, comics, and chaos. They kick off with Predator: Badlands, breaking down why this surprise hit revitalizes the franchise and how it connects to Prey and Alien Romulus. Then they dive into the canceled Hunt for Ben Solo Star Wars project from Steven Soderbergh and Adam Driver, debating what could have...

In this new episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin Hoskinson jumps back behind the mic to break down the latest in movies, TV, and pop culture. From upcoming superhero flicks and streaming hits to nostalgic throwbacks, Kevin shares his sharp, funny takes on what’s worth watching and what’s not. It’s an easygoing, honest, and very nerdy look at what’s been happening in entertainment a...

In this Midseason Premiere, Kevin, Christian, and first-time guest Brian break down how Warner Bros. dominated the 2025 summer box office. From Peacemaker’s emotional finale and Superman’s bold relaunch to Sinners and One Battle After Another redefining modern cinema, they cover the hits, misses, and fan reactions shaping the year’s movie culture. They also touch on Tron: Ares, Weapons, and the su...

In the explosive midseason finale of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin and Christian dive into everything from sweet Jollibee spaghetti to sour cinematic letdowns. They give a brutally honest review of Jurassic World: Rebirth, unpack the deeper themes of Ironheart, and gush over the stylish surprise hit K-Pop Demon Hunters. Plus, they swap thoughts on F1, Sirens, and Sinners, the movie tha...

In this laid-back episode, Kevin goes it alone and takes a nostalgic detour through childhood summer memories, 80s and 90s commercials, and the sweet agony of waiting for your favorite shows to come back on. From quirky VHS tapes to the magic of Saturday morning cartoons, the guys reflect on what made being a kid in summer feel epic. If you’ve ever cracked open a Lunchables, rewound a rental tape,...

In this scorcher of an episode, Kevin and Christian go full geek-mode as they debate the hot topics of summer. From ranking Across the Spider-Verse in the ever-expanding Spidey canon to tackling the highs and lows of The Flash, the guys dish out their honest takes on what’s worth watching and what’s pure multiverse madness. They also get nostalgic about Napoleon Dynamite's impact, the rise and fal...

In this lively episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin and Christian mourn the final nail in the E3 coffin while celebrating the hype around James Gunn’s Superman and the return of Twisters. The guys also spotlight Netflix’s next nostalgic grab with Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, dissect rumors of a Ghostbusters cartoon, and get revved up for Peacock’s adaptation of Twisted Metal. Throw i...

In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin welcomes longtime friend Serina for a nostalgic deep-dive into their shared history working at a movie theater in the late ’90s and their mutual love for all things Kevin Smith. Together, they relive the chaos of opening nights like Sleepy Hollow and The Grinch, debate the best entries in the View Askewniverse, an...

Kevin and Christian are back for a packed Pride Month episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd! They dive into Netflix's live-streamed TUDUM event, breaking down major reveals like Stranger Things’ final season, Knives Out 3, Happy Gilmore 2, and Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein. The duo raves over Apple TV+’s hidden gem The Studio, geek out over Epic Universe’s ride lineup (with special lov...

On this Memorial Day edition, Kevin flies solo to review Disney’s newest live-action remake, Lilo & Stitch. He reflects on the original 2002 classic, shares thoughts on the heart and humor of the updated film, and reveals why this version actually works where others have failed. From Ohana vibes to Stitch’s flawless CGI and emotional gut punches, Kevin breaks down what makes this remake a surprisi...

This week Kevin and Christian recap their adventures at Oregon’s wild UFO Festival, give glowing praise to Andor as the best Star Wars content ever, and break down the emotionally charged trailer for James Gunn’s Superman. They also dive into the MCU’s Ironheart, casting updates from Daredevil: Born Again and Buffy, and wrap it all up with a spoiler-filled review of Final Destination: Bloodlines,...

Kevin and Christian dive into a chaotic week with exploding van windows, horror movie hype for Final Destination: Bloodlines, and a heated discussion on proposed film tariffs. They celebrate Sinners breaking $200 million, react to new trailers, praise Andor as peak Star Wars, and share thoughts on The Last of Us Season 2. Plus, a preview of Oregon’s UFO Festival!

In this powerhouse episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin and Christian unpack Marvel’s emotionally charged Thunderbolts and why it might just be the studio’s most heartfelt movie yet. From Florence Pugh’s award-worthy performance to Wyatt Russell’s surprising evolution and the film’s raw depiction of mental health, they explore what makes this story stand out in a fatigued franchise...

In this solo episode of My Public Life as an American Nerd, Kevin goes full fan-mode, diving into the biggest upcoming summer movie releases—from Sinners’ historic box office run to the return of Final Destination, Disney’s live-action Lilo and Stitch, and James Gunn’s anticipated Superman. He reflects on the emotional impact of Revenge of the Sith in theaters, dishes out hot takes on Wes Anderson...

In this episode, Kevin and Christian dive fang-first into Ryan Coogler’s genre-bending new film Sinners. They dissect the powerful performances by Michael B. Jordan (as twin brothers Smoke and Stack), the hauntingly beautiful cinematography, and the deep-rooted cultural storytelling that sets this movie apart. With nods to Grindhouse horror, the blues, and traditional vampire lore, Sinners proves...