The Nerd Council Podcast

The boys are back with a jam-packed news roundup! Ludo, Timi, and Joey dive into the latest from film, TV, anime, and comics, with their usual unfiltered takes and banter. This week, the Council breaks down: Disney reportedly developing Cool Runnings 2 with an all-female bobsled team – do we need it? Crunchyroll teaming up with Delta Airlines to bring anime to the skies The return of Scary Movie u...

In this episode of The Nerd Council Podcast , we dive headfirst into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we rank every single MCU film from Phases 1 through 5; from Iron Man to The Marvels . With over 30 movies to dissect, we debate the highs ( Infinity War , Winter Soldier ) and call out the lows ( Thor: The Dark World , anyone?). Expect hot takes, unexpected placements, and passionate arguments as...

James Gunn is ushering in a bold new era for the DC Universe, starting with the most iconic superhero of all time. In this episode, the TNC squad dives deep into everything we know (and speculate) about Gunn’s Superman . From David Corenswet’s debut in the cape to the stacked supporting cast and the film’s place in the wider DCU reboot, we unpack it all. We explore Gunn’s creative vision, the shif...

This week on The Nerd Council , we’re diving headfirst into the galaxy far, far away to examine where Star Wars stands in 2025. With Disney doubling down on its streaming strategy following the sequel trilogy, we look at the current slate of projects—from The Mandalorian Season 4 and Andor Season 2 to The Acolyte and Skeleton Crew —and question whether the storytelling still holds weight or is beg...

We’re diving into Marvel’s latest release: Thunderbolts* ...Sorry, The New Avengers! With a line-up of former villains, antiheroes, and fan-favourites like Bucky, Yelena, and Red Guardian, we’re asking: is this Marvel’s answer to the Suicide Squad — or something entirely different? Does this film hold up to the rest of Phase 5? What does the formation of The New Avengers mean for the future of The...

This week on The Nerd Council , we’re diving into all three seasons of Invincible , breaking down the most jaw-dropping moments, standout character arcs, and the show's evolving themes. From the iconic train scene and Omni-Man’s brutal betrayal to the chaos of the Mark War and the blood-soaked battle with Conquest, we explore how Mark Grayson has grown from a naïve teen hero to a hardened, conflic...

What Is The Best Video Game Movie Adaptation? In this episode of The Nerd Council Podcast, we look at the best and worst video games adapted to film and TV! From Super Mario to Castlevania , The Last of Us to Uncharted - what video game has had the best adaptation? We discuss what it takes to make a great video game adaptation and what has caused many studios to miss the mark. Can games without de...

Has Hollywood Officially Run Out of Ideas? In this episode of The Nerd Council , we dive into the never-ending cycle of reboots, legacy sequels, and live-action remakes—is Hollywood out of fresh ideas? From Robocop to Matrix Resurrections and Coming 2 America , we break down some of the most infamous failed attempts at reviving old franchises. We also explore why studios keep playing it safe—has t...

In this jam-packed episode of The Nerd Council , we dive into the latest in nerd culture! We break down Paradise on Disney+, the upcoming sci-fi thriller starring Ray Fisher and Ben Affleck—could this be Fisher’s big post- Justice League moment? Then, we tackle Captain America: Brave New World and the state of the MCU—will this be the film to reignite excitement, or is superhero fatigue hitting ha...

Gaming has always been an area of contention when it comes to how beneficial or harmful it can be, so we decided to sit down and talk about all the ways gaming has helped us, how it has been impactful (and in some cases harmful) to our mental state and what can be done to ensure gaming is a force for good. And course expect your dose of nerdy news and banter from the cast! POWERED BY ELGATO https:...

*NOTE: We faced some technical difficulties with this episode so the audio will not be the quality you are used to. We hope you still enjoy this episode* 2024 has had it's highs and lows when it comes to anime, and with 2 months left in the year there is still plenty to look forward to, and be disappointed by. We take a look at shows that kept us watching and the shows that had us rolling our eyes...

...If we go on a break again, it will be shorter! We promise! But we are back to bring you news, views, commentary and conversation on everything nerdy! We are The Nerd Council: your home for all things nerd culture! POWERED BY ELGATO https://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncil WEBSITE: https://www.thenerdcouncil.co.uk SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thenerdcouncil_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.co...

One Piece is regarded as one of the greatest anime shows and manga ever made, so with the release of the live action series on Netflix, anticipation and hype was ever present from the very first trailer. But has it met expectations? And what does eveyone REALLY think about the anime's long awaited Gear 5 moment? We discuss this and much much more! POWERED BY ELGATO https://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncil...

The Flash has been ten years in the making and surrounded in controversy right up to it's release date. It's been the topic of numerous discussions, especially at TNC HQ! Expect an honest and raw conversation about WB's latest DC project! POWERED BY ELGATO https://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncil WEBSITE https://www.thenerdcouncil.co.uk SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thenerdcouncil_ Instagra...

Across The Spider-Verse has taken over both the global box office and, of course, social media! The newest installment of the Miles Morales story explores what it truly means to be Spider-Man and carving your own path as a hero. We at The Nerd Council have been looking forward to this episode so you KNOW we have a lot to say! POWERED BY ELGATO https://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncil WEBSITE https://www.th...

Alongside the usual shenanigans, we take a look at GQ Magazine's recent Top 100 Best Video Games list; and while the list is a bit arbitrary, there are a few surprises... POWERED BY ELGATO https://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncil WEBSITE https://www.thenerdcouncil.co.uk SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thenerdcouncil_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenerdcouncil Facebook: https://www.fa...

Phase 5 of the MCU continues with the release of The Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol 3 and the final Marvel film by James Gunn. The film is very much a swan song for both the Guardians & Gunn, with plenty of emotional moments to go along with it..but that doesn't mean we won't criticise the film whilst we shed a few tears! POWERED BY ELGATOhttps://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncilWEBSITEhttps://www.thenerdcoun...

...Okay, so TECHNICALLY this is part 2 of our anime discussion..but Timi & Ludo were AFK...so this is part 1.5! Anime heads, enjoy the soothing sounds and controversies of Ryan and Joey in this anime special! POWERED BY ELGATOhttps://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncilThank you to 2K & Marvel for sponsoring this episode! Marvel’s Midnight Suns is available now, on all major platforms. Click the link to join t...

*Notice: this episode was recorded before the controversy with Jonathan Majors occurred*Phase 5 of the MCU officially kicked off with Antman & The Wasp: Quantumania back in February 2023 and since then, the film and the state of the MCU has come under both scrutiny and curiosity as to what will happen next. We take a hack and a swing at the film to discuss story, VFX, characters and so much more....

James Gunn has been appointed the new supreme overlord of DC Movies over at Warner Brothers Studios, and out of the gate he has a clear roadmap as to what will happen with the current state of the DCEU and what is to come with future DC movies..so in true 'TNC Fashion' we dissect it bit by bit and analyse what we are excited to see and what should be left in the editing room! Welcome to The Gunn E...

New year, new releases! We give our perspective and thoughts on some of the upcoming content coming out in 2023! From Triple-A gaming titles to movies and tv shows, TNC is here to let you know what we think! POWERED BY ELGATOhttps://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncilThank you to 2K & Marvel for sponsoring this episode! Marvel’s Midnight Suns is available now, on all major platforms. Click the link to join th...

Anime fans, this one is for you! We love anime here at The Nerd Council but we know we don't cover it enough on the podcast; so in this two-part discussion we take a dive into the current state of anime, the new Bleach Thousand Year Blood War arc and antagonise One Piece fans! POWERED BY ELGATOhttps://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncilThank you to 2K & Marvel for sponsoring this episode! Marvel’s Midnight Su...

With the release of #MidnightSuns, we take a look at the history of the original Midnight Sons, The story of The Hunter & give our impressions of this unique Marvel game! Thank you to 2K & Marvel for sponsoring this episode! Marvel’s Midnight Suns is available now, on all major platforms. Click the link to join the fight!https://2kgam.es/MidnightSuns_TheNerdCouncilPOWERED BY ELGATOhttps://e.lga.to...

In this special episode, we ranked every single Cartoon Network show in a classic tier list! From Dexter’s Lab to Craig Of The Creek, we put every show in its place and determine the best of the best and those that should never be mentioned again! Do you agree with your rankings? POWERED BY ELGATOhttps://e.lga.to/TheNerdCouncilWEBSITEhttps://www.thenerdcouncil.co.ukSOCIAL MEDIATwitter: https://www...

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has been one of the most anticipated films of both 2022 and phase 4 of the MCU. The passing of Chadwick Boseman has made the journey to this point difficult, but the film is finally here and of course, The Nerd Council are here to share our thoughts on the emotional and action packed thrill that is the latest Marvel blockbuster. LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE!POWERED BY ELG...