Nerd Alert Girls

Caroline and Bridgette kick off the premiere with theorizing, in-depth analysis, and unadulterated adoration for two of our faves (hint: the titular characters). Sam copes with the impostor syndrome and a struggling family business. Bucky copes with finding - and losing - human connection as his past keeps haunting him. Both must cope with the gaping wound that Steve has left behind. Today, we dis...

All our hosts gather for the finale of WandaVision! Start off with highlights of our realtime reactions, then dive deep in our review of the episode and the series itself, as we try to find the perfect food metaphor to describe our (mixed) feelings about the finale. We discuss the emotional goodbyes, the Quicksilver “plot twist,” how Ty and Agatha worked (or didn’t work) as villains, and our ongoi...

For the penultimate episode, Bridgette has ugly cried and is not ashamed of it. Today, Bridgette and Genn delve into Wanda’s heartbreaking backstory and the true origins of her powers, as we also ponder Vision’s future (or lack thereof) and the upcoming magical girl showdown with Agatha. We also tie in the Spider-Man: No Way Home teaser and ask how WandaVision may play a role in the upcoming movie...

For Black History Month, we are highlighting our favorite Black characters, writers, artists, and cosplayers in Marvel and geek fandom. Genn gushes about the best moments of Nancy Whitehead, the unsung hero of The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl. (Did you know she’s low-key best friends with Loki?!) Caroline names fantastic cosplayers on Instagram who explore a myriad of Marvel movie and comic book chara...

Caroline and Genn put on their tinfoil hats for this week’s WandaVision speculation. Who is Agnes (or Agatha) and why is she messing with Wanda? What is Monica’s physical and psychological connection to Wanda’s cosmic radiation field? Is Señor Scratchy as innocent as he seems? Today’s conversation also includes shipping Wanda and Vision (finally), the long-awaited post-credit scene, the future of...

Don’t let the charming homage to Malcom in the Middle fool you! It may seem cheerful, but it’s actually horrifying... much like WandaVision as a whole. Genn and Caroline speculate about the new mental and physical strains on Wanda, the possibility of Young Avengers, Darcy as a metaphor for fandom life, and Monica’s potential future as a superhero. This episode also includes no small amount of salt...

This was the most jam packed episode so far, yet we have come out with more questions than answers - despite Bridgette proving to be right about every theory she’s had. Today Bridgette and Caroline discuss our mutual love for Evan Peters’ Quicksilver, ponder Sokovian politics and Hydra, and explore the possibility of Wanda becoming a villain in the MCU. We also bring back our Eye On Ty segment for...

As we break free of the sitcom reality, Caroline and Bridgette discuss the thickening plot and the fresh and familiar faces that both delight and intrigue us. Let’s count the ways we love DOCTOR Darcy Lewis and Jimmy Woo! We also talk about what’s going on with Monica Rambeau and her mom, Director Ty(!) and S.W.O.R.D., the disappearing beekeeper, and (dead? not-dead?) Vision. Hit us up on our webs...

Babies arriving faster than microwave popcorn. A neighbor casually sawing concrete walls. A woman getting yeeted out of the sky. Just another day in good ol' Westview! Genn and Maddie recap and review episode 3 of WandaVision, where bizarre twists and turns keep us guessing about who's in charge of this sitcom world.  Hit us up on our website:  nerdalertgirls.tumblr.com ! Or you can cont...

With our signature wit and outrageous conspiracy theories, Bridgette and Maddie recap and review the first two episodes of WandaVision. It was weird. It was mysterious. It was funny. Most of all, it left a strange feeling in our gut. Today, we break down the new characters, sitcom tropes, Wanda's dark past, and Vision’s surprising comedic chops as we foray into the next stage of the MCU. Hit us up...

Who shall win the crown as the supreme Marvel villain? Wrapping up Phase Three, we shower our appreciation on Erik Killmonger, draw surprising conclusions about the MCU’s biggest baddie Thanos, and decide who shall reign alongside Malekith over a kingdom of mediocre darkness. Includes references to Voldemort and Caroline’s ongoing hate affair with Tony Stark. Let’s end our series with a bang - or...

As the MCU evolves, so do the villains. We wrap up Phase Two and continue halfway through Phrase Three as The Evil Ficus Strikes Back. We touch on our personal favorite MCU baddies (i.e. Hela, the queen who literally slays), as well as a few ficuses (i.e. Darren Cross, another bland white guy in a suit). Let’s see who has the chops to be an effective thorn in our heroes’ sides! Be sure to stay tun...

Here are our first reactions to the trailers for the WandaVision, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Loki, and What If? series coming next year on Disney+. These television shows provide many opportunities to develop the lesser known MCU characters, while also grappling with the legacy of the characters who have passed on. What are our hopes? Our fears? Our theories? Let’s dive in! Hit us up on our we...

What makes a great Marvel villain? We argue that character complexity may not be necessary for an effective or memorable villain. Do they have a memorable look? A clear role in story? Are they hilarious? Terrifying? Or could they be replaced by an evil ficus and the movie wouldn’t miss a beat? With special guest Caroline, we venture through the MCU's Phase One and Two on a quest for the best villa...

Our second installment of boobs and leather jackets! Just kidding (well, mostly). Special guest Caroline returns to discuss Marvel women’s fashion for more of our favorite female characters in the comics and the films. Today, we cover MJ’s spin on the “girl next door” aesthetic, the fabulous Ruth Carter’s critically-acclaimed work in Black Panther, Hope’s spiky shoulder pads of villainy, and more....

What are the best comics featuring Miles Morales as Spider-Man? Genn and Bridgette gush about their favorite artwork, storylines, and moments with Miles in Marvel comics. We cover the highlights from Brian Michael Bendis and Sara Pichelli’s introduction of the character in Ultimate Spider-Man, to their return for Miles Morales: Ultimate Spider-Man, to Civil War II and Champions, to Saladin Ahmed a...

What makes Miles Morales the cinnamon roll and fan favorite Spider-Man that we adore? His love of his family. His magnificent bromances. His heart of gold. His Afro-Latino identity and cultures. We’re diving into these topics and more throughout every iteration of Miles Morales - from the comics, to Jason Reynolds’ young adult novel, to the Into the Spider-Verse film. Come along on Miles’ journey...

We break down the WandaVision trailer and ask the real questions. Who (or what) created this new reality where Vision is alive? Will Quicksilver appear - and if so, which version? Will we get more invested in the Wanda/Vision romance? Let’s put on our fangirl caps and hypothesize. Hit us up on our new website: nerdalertgirls.tumblr.com! Or you can contact us directly at nerdalertgirlspodcast@gmail...

BOOBS. Now that we’ve got your attention, let’s talk about Marvel women’s fashion, from the superhero costumes to civilian attire. With special guest Caroline, we take a look at a lot of boob armor, boob windows, leather jackets, boob sculpting… Hm, sensing a common denominator here… We also analyze what style says about the characters, translations from comics to movies, and what’s practical (or...

Today, we hope to honor the legacy that Chadwick Boseman has left on us as a person, as an artist, and as a cultural icon. We read excerpts from Ryan Coogler’s beautiful letter about Chadwick Boseman and talk about his influence on T’Challa as a character and Black Panther as a film. Read Ryan Coogler’s full statement: marvel.com/articles/movies/marvel-studios-black-panther-director-ryan-coogler-o...

Genn is watching the series finale of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. with only the pilot episode as her context - while Bridgette cackles in the background. We’re providing realtime reactions to the finale highlights: Agent Mack is bae, FitzSimmons is true love, the villain has an awful rat mustache, and Grant Ward and Daniel Sousa may or may not be the same person. No S.H.I.E.L.D. training required to ha...

Discover what happens when a longtime fan drags a no-time fan of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. into watching the pilot episode immediately before the series finale premiers. Whether you’ve followed the show or you’ve never seen an episode in your life, you’ll have plenty of fun with us as we review S.H.I.E.L.D.’s debut episode. Bonus: Bridgette shares about that one time she met someone from the show!

We’ve seen many romantic ships sail in the MCU… but should they have all sailed? We bring in special guest Caroline to analyze what makes a superhero’s romantic relationship work from both a storytelling and realistic point of view. We look at love interest tropes, actors’ chemistry (or lack thereof), character development, and, of course, whether the two characters have enough in common for a rel...

Listen to “deleted scenes” from our Spider-Manathon episode! Extra analysis. Extra humor. Extra derp. Highlights include but not limited to: J. Jonah Jameson, gigantic pencils, soundtracks, and branzino fish. Check out the work from Black comic book writers and artists from Marvel: www.marvel.com/articles/comics/sharing-stories-by-marvel-s-black-storytellers Also check out these other resources: w...

We’ve movie marathoned the three live-action versions of Peter Parker as Spider-Man, and now we decide: which film has it all? Best plot. Best villain. Best Ben. Best snark. Best romance. Best bromance. And more. One Spider-Man to rule them all! I hope you're taking care of yourself and your family during this time. Also, I wanted to share this link for anyone who wants to continue their education...