The Fandalorians: Teachers by Day, Nerds by Night

On today’s episode, Mr. Richardson and Mr. McDonald break down some morning announcements before diving into their favorite shows, movies, and pop culture moments from the first half of 2025! From jaw-dropping twists to unforgettable premieres, they’re covering it all. Plus—where in the world is Mr. G?! Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and a whole lot of pop culture fun in this can't-miss “ 2025 Mid...

In this podcast, Mr. Richardson and Mr. G sit down with the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Riverhead High School Class of 2025—Gianna and Selhvin. Now, we all know these two have the grades, the brains, and the college plans to match—but today’s episode isn’t just about report cards and GPAs. We’re diving deeper: into the challenges they faced, the advice they would give, the pop culture th...

Class is in session—but today, it’s a one-man show. Mr. McDonald flies solo for this special episode, giving his instant reaction and a spoiler-free review of Marvel’s Thunderbolts. Is it a worthy new chapter in the MCU? A dark horse hit? Or just another government-funded group project gone wrong? Tune in to find out whether Marvel stuck the landing or needs to go back to superhero summer school....

On today’s podcast, we’re breaking it all down PTI-style as the Academy pulls a shocker—members must now actually watch Oscar-nominated films before voting (and yes, Big Brother is watching). We debate if Predator: Badlands is turning monsters into heroes, whether Andor ’s hype could spark backlash, and if Sinners is heading for Oscar glory. Marvel's Fantastic Four: First Steps brings retro fl...

🎙️Welcome back, class! Sharpen those pencils, hide your emotional trauma, and maybe keep a tissue box nearby—because today, we’re diving headfirst into Invincible Season 3, the most gloriously violent, gut-punching animated series to ever make you question superhero ethics and your own feelings. Mr. Richardson, Eddie, the Man of a Thousand Shows™, and Mr. Richardson's 14-year-old daughter Bryn...

In today’s episode, we’ve got a jam-packed agenda, so buckle up: First up, we’re diving into the mystery, mayhem, and possibly legal madness of Coyote vs. Acme . ( 6:36) Then, we head into Mr. Richardson’s Adventures in PulOZski —was his play an Oz-tastrophe or Oz-some? ( 14:08) Next, we’ll unravel Mr. G’s own Encyclopedia Brown-style mystery adventures —you won’t believe the twists and turns he’s...

🎉🎬 Welcome to The Fandalorians: Teachers by Day, Nerds by Night! 🤓🍎 In today’s episode, we’re teeing off ⛳ with Happy Gilmore 2 —what can fans expect from the sequel?! 16:02 🌊 Avatar Studios’ latest projects—are we getting more epic bending action?! 🌪️🔥💧🌱 24:58 The Russo Brothers' work beyond the MCU—can they strike gold again? 🏆 28:36 How to Support the Show 👕 Grab Some Merch! Chec...

🎙️ On today's podcast, the teachers are finally all back together again and have to shake the rust off! 🔧 We Pop-in to a few things we like 🎬, discuss Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary 🎭, dive into the new Captain America movie and wrap up with our thoughts on this year's Super Bowl 🏈—including Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show 🎤. :46 Off to a Rough Start 2:59 Mr. Richardson&#39...

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Megan from the Vigilante Vibes Podcast to break down the action, heart, and web-slinging fun of this latest Spider-Man adventure! From epic showdowns to classic Spidey quips, we’re diving deep into what makes this version stand out. Don’t miss it! 🎙️🕸️ SPONSOR: Kanopy King Party Rentals Got a party on the horizon and need to impress? Kanopy King Party Rentals is...

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🚨 This week, Mr. G and Mr. McDonald are joined by a very special guest — Mrs. Lauren McDonald , second grade teacher and better half of Mr. McDonald! Together, they’re reviewing Wicked motion starring Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba. 🎬✨ From the powerful performances to the stunning visuals, they break down everything about this magical movie. Don’t mi...

🎙️ On today's exciting podcast, we’re joined by Mr. G’s son, Lucas, for some serious fun! 🤩 We’re diving deep into the buzz around the Buffy the Vampire Slayer revival 🔥 and breaking down every epic moment of the new Marvel's Fantastic Four trailer! 🎥✨ But wait – there’s more! We’re also playing a round of Pop Quiz with the Fandalorians 🧠💥, and Lucas is bringing his A-game! You don’t...

In today’s episode, we dive into the exciting double-premiere of Disney+’s ‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ 🕷️. We break down the action, characters, and the unique animation style that brings Spidey to life in a whole new way. Plus, we explore how this take on Spider-Man’s origin is unlike anything we’ve seen before! Tune in for all the web-slinging goodness of the first two episodes! 🕸️🎬...

On today’s episode, we’re diving into all the hottest news! We’ve got the latest Daredevil trailer that’s got everyone talking, Netflix making its big move into theaters—and Mr. Richardson and Mr. G get into a heated debate about what the future holds for the streaming giant. Plus, we’re paying tribute to the passing of sports legend Bob Uecker, a true icon whose legacy will never be forgotten. Tu...

In this episode, the hosts—Mr. Richardson, Mr. McDonald, and Mr. G—are joined by a very special guest, Phathead, the charismatic morning show host of Phathead and Cande on My Country 96.1 FM in Long Island. The topic of discussion? What five movies would you show to a friend who has just woken up from a coma after being asleep since December 31st, 1999? It's a wild ride through cinema history...

On today’s episode, we’ve got the one and only Mitch Medina, host of the Heroic Headspace Podcast , joining us for some epic geeky banter! We dive into the latest DC news (prepare for some heated debates!), discuss Disney characters getting dunked (yes, you read that right), and take a long, hard look at the state of Star Wars — and trust us, it's a galaxy-sized conversation. Tune in for laughs, t...

🎉 On today’s episode of The Fandalorians: Teachers by Day, Nerds by Night , we're looking back at 2024! What were the pop culture moments that made us laugh, cry, or scream in excitement? 🤔 What were the absolute highlights of the year that you can't stop thinking about? Join us and our VERY special guest, Brandon Katz—official pop culture specialist—who helps us break down our Top 3 moments of...

🎉 In Part 2 of this special year-in-review episode, The Fandalorians are back to wrap up our countdown of the biggest pop culture moments of 2024! With pop culture specialist Brandon Katz still in the mix, we reveal and discuss our final #1 picks for the year. From the surprises we didn’t see coming to the stories that sparked endless conversations, we're diving into the moments that defined 2024...

Merry Christmas!!! In this episode, we unwrap Netflix's latest holiday comedy, Hot Frosty ! 🎄☃️ This hilariously bizarre movie follows Frosty, the magical snow scupture, who transforms into a dashing human heartthrob. ❄️ It’s part laugh-out-loud comedy, part quirky romance, as Frosty navigates life, love, and melting hearts (literally!) in the most unexpected ways. ❤️ Was Hot Frosty a holiday del...