Kris, a teacher and Marvel fanboy, and Dave, a freelance writer and DC fanatic, love to talk about their nerdy passions: comic books, movies and television, and video games. Each week, they discuss nerdy news, recommend new media, and take a deep dive into one niche in nerd culture. “The Nerd Byword” also features interviews with industry greats and up and coming talent. New episodes release every Monday.
Episodes
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Episode 181 - Scarab Shenanigans: Dissecting the Blue Beetle Buzz
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
In our latest episode, we delve into the blink-and-you-missed it Blue Beetle movie, one of the final pieces of the DC Extended Universe puzzle. As movie buffs and comic enthusiasts, we dissect the film with our unique "three likes and three dislikes" approach, offering a comprehensive review that's both critical and celebratory. We also step into the ring to discuss the current state of WWE, where the lines between reality and performance art blur like never before. All this, plus new nerd commendations.
Nerd News
Coyote vs. Acme shelved again, set to be deleted
WWE drama strikes with return of The Rock
Byword Big Talk
The Blue Beetle
Nerd Commendations
The Nitpicker’s Guide to Classic Trek
Chapters
(00:00) Welcome to the Byword
(01:20) Our take on the current WWE landscape and the Cody Rhodes saga
(10:11) The Rock's heel turn and its impact on WWE storytelling
(18:33) Warner Bros. Discovery's decision to shelve 'Coyote vs. Acme'
(29:50) Deep dive into the Blue Beetle film - The good, the bad, and the final grades
(47:05) Overcooked - A recipe for fun and frustration
(52:34) The Nitpicker's Guide for Classic Trekkers - A Trekkie's delight
(58:07) Call to action
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