Nerds at the Cool Table

Nerds at the Cool Table: Thunderbolts* No Ross

Fri, 09 May 2025 07:36:23 GMT

We assemble to break down Marvel’s latest entry, Thunderbolts, diving into its themes, character arcs, and the emotional weight carried by its ensemble cast. We explore how the film tackles mental health, the shifting dynamics within this new team of anti-heroes, and the implications of its explosive post-credit scene. The conversation touches on concerns around spoilers, the potential formation of a new Avengers lineup, and what Thunderbolts signals for the future of the MCU—especially with teases involving Sentry's capabilities, this new collection of heroes, and the highly anticipated Fantastic Four. We also discuss where Marvel currently stands and how this film might reset the tone heading into the next phase.

Nerds at the Cool Table: There Will Be Only One Blade

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 19:00:59 GMT

In this conversation, David and Julien discuss recent developments in the MCU and DC Universe, focusing on the delays of the Blade movie and the casting announcements for the Green Lantern series. They explore the implications of these changes, the challenges Marvel faces in storytelling, and the potential for future projects. The discussion highlights the excitement surrounding new casting choices. They discuss potential villains for the Lanterns, the creative team behind upcoming projects, and the importance of representation in casting. They express excitement for James Gunn's Superman movie and share their thoughts on the future past Venom 3.

Nerds at the Cool Table: Post Hall H Marvel Future Speculation

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 00:21:25 GMT

We discuss what we know based off the Marvel Hall H Presentation at SDCC a few weeks ago. David was the last man standing at SDCC 2024 and gives his brief thoughts on the state of the con from his perspective.

Nerds at the Cool Table: House of the Dragon Season 2 Discussion

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 17:44:45 GMT

We gather around and discuss our thoughts on the finale and overall second season of House of the Dragon. We speculate on the future of the series, predicting an all-out war and the death of many characters, including which one of us hates Criston Cole more.

Nerds at the Cool Table: Deadpool & Wolverine Discussion

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:26:40 GMT

We assemble once again to discuss Marvel's latest film, Deadpool & Wolverine. We give our full thoughts on the movie, the cameos, and discuss the significance of the characters and the impact of the movie on the on the overall Multiverse Saga

Nerds at the Cool Table: WrestleMania 40 Reactions

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 18:14:48 GMT

A generational WrestleMania deserves its own special bonus episode. David sits down with friend of the podcast, Super Duper Jesus, to discuss all things WWE that lead to the incredible WrestleMania 40!

Nerds at the Cool Table: Episode 60 - Sixty

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 17:51:41 GMT

We finally dish out our Guardians of The Galaxy Volume 3 discussion and a postmortem on The Mandalorian Season 3. Plus our thoughts on the potential Supermans casting and the looming Fantastic 4 casting announcement

Nerds at the Cool Table : Episode 59 - Janet’s Blunders

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 02:42:34 GMT

(ORIGINALLY RECORDED IN FEBRUARY) Assembling once again to discuss Marvel’s latest addition to the ongoing Multiverse Saga; Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania. We discuss the implications of Kang’s first true introduction into the MCU as it’s next big bad and where will we see him next. Also, we dig through DC’s news and announcements of its universe semi reboot, we fan cast, and temper our initial excitement with some realistic expectations

Nerds at the Cool Table: Episode 58 - Last Bits of 2022 (Wednesday and Wakanda Forever Discussion)

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 02:38:28 GMT

Last episode of 2022 and we give you an in-depth discussion of both Netflix's Wednesday and of course our long awaited discussion of Wakanda Forever. Plus we talk about the whirlwind of DC news that's been hitting our feeds for the last month.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 57: Still Here

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 22:40:07 GMT

A seasonal catch up! We discuss what we've been watching, we get a chance to discuss She Hulk, Werewolf By Night, and a pre-finale House of the Dragon recap and thoughts

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 56: Yes, Chef

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 20:23:22 GMT

We get together to discuss the riveting first season of The Bear, The Boys Season 3, and of course our very conflicting takes on Thor: Love & Thunder. Plus everything else in between that we’ve been watching and catching up on

Nerds at the Cool Table - TRAILER DISCUSSION: Thor Love & Thunder

Fri, 27 May 2022 07:30:18 GMT

discussion of the latest trailer from Marvel's Thor Love & Thunder

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 55: Gambling According to the Simpsons

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:26:00 GMT

First episode of 2022! We dive right in and discuss the latest Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness trailer, and the entire Book of Boba Fett series. Plus we give our initial thoughts on Bel Air, our overdue review of Scream, Dexter, and the Moon Knight trailer!

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 53: Puppy Variants and The Suicide Squad

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 06:43:33 GMT

We get together once again to discuss James Gunn’s latest jump across movie universes; The Suicide Squad. Also we give our thoughts on Loki’s finale, Black Widow, and the latest stuff we’ve been watching and catching up. After the show, we have a special guest interview with artist EKOH, where we discuss his upcoming tour, his love of all things pop culture, his current obsession with Mad Men, and his latest single “Suicide Squad” that was co-written with the legendary Bosslogic!

Nerds at the Cool Table: Fast and Furious thoughts on F9 and the Fast Saga

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 23:31:09 GMT

Bonus episode; David decides to do this one solo and gives his immediate thoughts on F9; what he liked, what went wrong, and what it needs to do to bring the entire franchise home for F10. Also he reflects on the entire saga and what it is about it that keeps us coming back for more…FAMILY

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 52: We're Back..Again

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 09:54:20 GMT

Back from the snap and very happy to be here. We catch up on what we missed and didn't miss from the last 6 months. Loki and the multiverse is at the forefront of our conversation as we start the speculating and theorizing of Marvel's latest Disney+ show

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 51: The One Where Kyle Comes Back

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 11:11:21 GMT

Season 4! We had to kick off our newest season talking about ONE of the biggest and best shows of the year; THE BOYS. Joining us in this joyous reunion is friend and fan of our show, Super Duper Kyle. Kyle gives us an update on just how he spent his quarantine time, gives us a first hand account as to how exactly an artist releases an album during quarantine, and breaks down a mini masterclass on the art of pitching. Glad to be back

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 50: Episode Virgil

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 09:43:02 GMT

Episode Virgil(50)! Black comicbook icons! We decided to use this valuable moment of beautiful momentum and defiance to highlight some brilliant black talent you may have never heard of. This space just like many others could use a lot more diversity and has a long way to go, but that doesn’t mean there hasn’t been some truly inspiring people who have paved the way for us to be here. Also Jazen forgets we’re filming and sneaks a weed pen hit live while recording...enjoy the show!

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 49: Top 5 Denzel Washington Films

Sat, 23 May 2020 02:57:24 GMT

We're back! With an unreliable timeline we push through and bring you an episode that lets us dive deep to discuss and rank our Top 5 films from one of the most prolific and iconic actors that we've grown up with and continue to enjoy his work; Denzel Washington. From Spike Lee Joints to Ridley & Tony Scott epic action films, we break down what makes each of our choices memorable.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 48: The Home Edition

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 22:56:22 GMT

The quarantine can't stop us! We finally reconvene from our respective bunkers to bring you a new episode chock full of catching up, pandemic reflection, and just what we've been up to during the Safe-At-Home period here in our hometown of Los Angeles. Also we do delve into a topic or two; We ask the question if a new film being pushed to streaming/on-demand will make us want to see it more or less than if it was released in theaters. We also talk about what our future holds and if fiction will start to reflect our reality as seen in some of our favorite sci-fi films such as Demolition Man, and Ready Player One. Thanks for sticking with us and we'll keep bringing you all the great quarantine content we can! Stay tuned.

Episode 46: This is The Way...To Exegol (Recorded at Sideshow Collectibles Studios)

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 22:52:41 GMT

It's been a minute. The boys are back in the Sideshow Studio ringing in 2020. The first order of business is finally getting around to giving their thoughts on the latest incarnations from a galaxy far, far away; The Rise of Skywalker and The Mandalorian. Also, they give their theories on how over the top the Fast & The Furious franchise can go, excitement over new theme park attractions, the upcoming Disney Plus tv shows for 2020, and of course, wondering where "The Child" is hiding at the Sideshow campus

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 47: Can Silverlake Batman Fight?

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 20:43:09 GMT

We're back again at a new homebase at Hartbeat Studios! Catching up on what we've been watching the past few months; High Fidelity, Warrior, The Outsider, and the Imagineering Story to name a few. We finally sit down to discuss DC's latest Birds of Prey! Also, we fan cast She-Hulk, judge the new Bat suit or at least what we can see, and simply get comfortable in our new digs for 2020

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 45: We All Walked Into Abar (Watchmen Discussion & Our Top 5 Film/TV of 2019)

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 21:28:49 GMT

In the clutch we give you the gift of our latest episode. We finally gather together to discuss and unpack the amazing surprise of the year HBO's WATCHMEN series. After a bit of homework we give you our TOP 5 FILMS and TV SHOWS of 2019, our lists will definitely surprise and you're bound to find some hidden and not so hidden gems in both. Join us for our last episode of the year and of the decade as we say goodbye to 2019 and all the great things it brought to our little gang

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 44: Send In The Clowns (Joker Discussion)

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 21:04:17 GMT

With a new Clown Prince of Crime added to cinema’s legacy, the boys finally get to discuss one of the biggest comic book releases of Fall 2019, Joker! In addition, they fawn and theorize over the latest Rise of Skywalker trailer, give their thoughts on Scorsese/Coppola comments regarding comic book films, and talk a bit about what they’ve been watching since we last saw them at Sideshow.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 43: The Only First Family We Acknowledge

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 12:18:38 GMT

We bring you another fancasting episode! This time we cast Marvel's First Family; The Fantastic 4, for the inevitable MCU introduction somewhere down the line soon. Also a surprisingly lengthy discussion on race and how much it affects and adds to a traditionally white character when played by someone of color. All of this in our first episode of Season 3

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 42: Where The Giraffes Live (w/ special guest Adam Waheed)

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 23:32:28 GMT

Recounting his journey from sleeping on couches to working together with some of the biggest brands to deliver hilarious content to the masses via his social channels, we sit down with Adam Waheed. We discuss the evolution of social media comedy and what it takes to succeed on a new platform, each of us gives our top comedy special of all time, and we give BET the blueprint to how to get subscribers to the new streaming service (very true) Of course, we talk the D23 announced Marvel shows, The Mandalorian, and our dream casting for a Face/Off remake.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 41: Whoa! (and our Top 5 Keanu Reeves Films)

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 20:06:53 GMT

Keanu collective! The boys take one of the most treasured and admired actors of today. We each narrow down our top 5 and dive back into a career that makes him one of Hollywood and the internets favorite. Also we address the spider in the room and see if we can make sense of this ugly custody battle. Thanks sideshow!

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 40: Greatest Villain Since Vegan Thanos

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 10:22:15 GMT

Catching us by surprise in the tail end of the summer is the new Amazon series, THE BOYS! On this episode we sit down to discuss season 1 and all that is good (and bad) with The Seven. Also without spoiling it (for once) we discuss Quentin Tarantino's latest film, ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD. We touch on the what worked, what didn't, and just how will Tarantino put Sam Jackson in STAR TREK. More News Bites discussing TITANS, HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS, MARVEL rumors, and of course THE WALKING DEAD

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 39: San Diego Comic-Con 2019 Recap

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 23:16:07 GMT

Back from San Diego, we relive stories, moments, and our absolute fantastic experiences we had during Comic Con's 50th. From the walking, the parties, the food, and the unforgettable moments with friends that tagged along to join us this year. We extend a HUGE THANK YOU to Sideshow Collectibles for making the trip this year possible. Also we go over some of the big news that came out of 2019's Comic Con, and talk IT: CHAPTER 2, TOP GUN, JAY AND SILENT BOB, and of course the MARVEL panel with the reveal of the PHASE 4 lineup, along with the surprise tease of PHASE 5 with the reveal of BLADE.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 38: We're Back From The Upside Down

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 16:35:38 GMT

We're back from the Upside Down to give you an attempt at a lightning fast episode. We sit down to finally discuss two of the summer's biggest works SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME and STRANGER THINGS 3! Also Jazen and David give their thoughts on the immersive and incredibly detailed new land at Disneyland, Star Wars Galaxys Edge, With San Diego Comic Con on the horizon looming like a massive tidal wave we are hyped as ever for what's to come for the second half of 2019!

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 36: Bran Brought His Own Throne (with special guest Julia Kelly)

Thu, 30 May 2019 19:51:42 GMT

6 episodes concluding an 8 year saga and people are still unhappy. On this episode, with the help of the very wonderful Julia Kelly, we discuss the finale of the always subversive Game of Thrones. Julia gives us her theories on Drogon's final act, her opinion on the new Batman casting news, and stumps us on the show discussing her dream cosplay for Comic-Con. An episode full of laughs, Anchorman references, and therapy after a harrowing final season of Game of Thrones

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 35: We're In The Endgame (and How a Rat Saved The Universe)

Fri, 17 May 2019 17:10:23 GMT

FINALLY we have reached the conclusion of the 10 year-22 film saga of the MCU and it's only appropriate for us to dedicate a massive discussion episode to it. Digging deep with explore our favorite moments, favorite easter eggs, theater experiences, and we speculate on the future of the MCU. Also, we discuss the Spider-Man Far From Home trailer, the creepy IT: Chapter 2 trailer, and we wonder if Watchmen will HBO's next big cultural phenomenon after viewing the latest trailer With one episode left, we discuss the very divisive last couple of episodes of Game of Thrones.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 34: Everyone Else Is Just Catching Up (w/ special guest Van Lathan)

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 10:10:51 GMT

Van Lathan joins us on this episode of the Cool Table! During the lifetime of this show we’ve come to the realization how much a place like Nerds at the Cool Table was needed among our peers and having a fellow certified nerd like Van join us only continues to solidify its place. As the anticipation for the Endgame builds we look back at the entire catalog of MCU films and TV shows to bring you our TOP 3 MCU REVEALS & TWISTS! On the heels of the latest Star Wars Episode 9: Rise of Skywalker trailer, we discuss the new direction it seems to be going as the end of the saga comes to a close and we wonder how much of the past is truly being “killed” like stated in The Last Jedi. And finally in our newest Game of Thrones segment of the show, we discuss the past 2 episodes of Season 8; the premiere episode Winterfell and the calm before the storm episode A Knight Of All The Seven Kingdoms.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 33: The Calm Before The Storm

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 10:58:49 GMT

The Marathon Continues! Before jumping into our regularly scheduled program we give a short tribute to Nipsey Hussle. Onto the main event, SHAZAM takes over our whole episode. With a discussion that spills onto our Us discussion, we just couldn’t get enough of DC’s latest film. We anticipate the wave of a very heavy spring with the looming return to Westeros, the big conclusion to the MCU’s Phase 3, and that fabled odyssey to the desert, Coachella! Concluding the episode we talk everything Game of Thrones; from shitty mixtapes, our official death pool, and our favorite obscure characters from the series

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 32: Watching The Movie Before The Movie

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 09:03:37 GMT

Finally we sit down and discuss the movie before the main event of Endgame, CAPTAIN MARVEL. Our thoughts, concerns, and hopes for the sequel as well as the holes it filled in the overarching Marvel Universe. Followed by her appearance in the Endgame trailers and how she fits in with the Avengers team Also we talk James Gunn's return, Marvel's What If series potential, and the satisfaction of having Fox heroes under the Disney banner now that the deal is done.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 31: A Super Duper Episode (featuring Super Duper Kyle)

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 08:49:35 GMT

Super Duper Kyle pays the Cool Table a long awaited visit! We nerd out to just about everything we could that one episode can contain; Game of Thrones, video games, Pokemon, Marvel vs DC, representation in media, anime, bingeable TV shows, the Disney classic A Goofy Movie, and so much more!!

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 30: The Merch That Made Us

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 08:00:00 GMT

Who didn't have a toy box filled with kid's meal toys in the 90s? We take a trip through memory lane discussing our favorite kid's meal toys and promotions from the golden era of fusion of fast food, pop culture, and the toy industry! Talking backpacks, trading cards, and VHS tapes that shaped our love of geeky properties we still hold dear to this day. Our first impressions of the latest shows Umbrella Academy, Doom Patrol, and Deadly Class! Also we dive into tangents about Halloween candy strategies, dating shows from the 2000s, and sending "you up?" texts after brunch.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Bonus Episode 3: This is Gonna Be Short

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 20:39:25 GMT

we got another bonus episode, a dream casting episode! We finally discuss the elephant in the room; who will play the next BATMAN. We go over our Top 3 choices of candidates and tear each one apart..sort of. Also we finally review trailers for SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME, BIRDS OF PREY, HOBBS AND SHAW (we have a lot of thoughts about this one)

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 29: Mastodon Morphin Power (featuring Walter Jones)

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:17:10 GMT

We bring you our second Power Ranger interview! This time we call on the power of the Mastodon and summon Walter Jones, the ORIGINAL Black Ranger. Discussing the impact the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers had on all of our childhoods, I discuss how the movie Brink did him dirty, and our database, Jazen breaks out into the theme song of one of Walter's more eclectic starring shows, Space Cases.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Bonus Episode 2: Superboy Is Going To Sell Fit Tea (DC Universe's Titan's Review)

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 22:38:20 GMT

In our second ever bonus episode we get down to it and discuss just what did Robin mean by “fuck Batman” in the initial trailer for the DC Universe’s streaming service flagship show, Titans! We review Season 1 on where it got it right and where it can improve upon for Season 2. There’s spoilers all over this podcast so make sure you’ve seen DC’s Titans beforehand.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 28: 2019 and Beyond

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 21:49:25 GMT

We’re back at top of 2019! With more breathing room between us, we jump in and review 2018’s last two comic book films; Aquaman and Spider-Man: Into The Spiderverse. Both vastly different and very much linked to each other via something new we’ve never seen onscreen before. To round off the topics, we look forward to what 2019 has to offer and name our Top 5 Most Anticipated Films of 2019. Also we get in depth discussing Jordan Peel’s upcoming followup, Us, and we question whether or not Netflix will cancel Punisher right after it’s release!

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 27: Christmas Time at the Cool Table

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 09:58:54 GMT

Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! It’s Christmas time at the Cool Table. We gather ‘round and discuss our favorite Christmas movies of all time and argue just what qualifies as a Christmas movie. The choices vary but are full of old favorites which we all make solid cases for (Home Alone franchise, Nightmare Before Christmas, and Stars Wars to name a few) Also with news that Celebrity Deathmatch is being rebooted, we grab onto some low hanging fruit and dream up some potential matches that you could probably only get away with in claymation. Plus we discuss the Captain Marvel trailer, Avengers Endgame trailer, the upcoming Brightburn movie by James Gunn, and we wonder just how can Netflix top the iconic status of “anything for Salinas” when they release their upcoming Selena series. Grab some egg nog, ditch your family and listen to the very special Christmas episode of Nerds at the Cool Table

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 26: The One Where We Replace Jazen (w/ special guest Sterling "Steelo" Brim)

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 22:17:48 GMT

We lose a host and gain a guest host. We're joined by Ridiculousness cohost Sterling "Steelo" Brim at the cool table! He fits right in with plenty of off-topic discussions, chicken sandwich bets, some lowkey DC bashing. On this episode we discuss a meme that asks "Which famous martial artists actor would you pick in a fight to back you up" (Blade doesn't count) Also, we ask the question can Momoa Aquaman opening weekend do Vinny Chase Aquaman opening numbers, we discuss whether we can separate the artist from their actions, Can the Oscar's ever be relevant, is Candyman real, and just how big does the Brinks truck have to be to get Quincy Jones to executive produce the music on Netflix's live action Cowboy Bebop!

Nerds at the Cool Table: Episode 25: Excelsior!

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 10:02:18 GMT

We’re drinking to the life and legacy of the late Stan Lee. The four of us reflect on his life, legacy, impact, and favorite cameos. A legend who’s creations brought us all together for this very podcast. Also we discuss and review the life of another legend, Freddie Mercury, in the film Bohemian Rhapsody. Plus Detective Pikachu, Breaking Bad vs The Wire, theories on the new implications of the Pixar Universe, and where is Emilio Estevez?

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 24: It's Dark and Hell Is Hot

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 20:45:49 GMT

Daredevil Season 3 Spoilers all over this episode! Episode 24 kicks into gear minutes after David finishes all episodes of Daredevil Season 3 after a weekend of intense cyber bullying by the rest of the crew. We give you a thorough and extremely spoiler heavy review of Season 3. Also we reluctantly review Venom while struggling to find the small glimmer of positivity in it. We dig into some news bites and briefly talk about the pleasant surprise of a streaming service DC Universe is. Sit back and make sure to finish Daredevil Season 3 before listening to this episode.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 23: Let's Split the Cost (w/ special guest Matthew Bordenave

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:00:00 GMT

Season 2 kicks off with a guest host and honorary 5th member for this episode Matthew Bordenave! With a resume as a storyboard artist that ranges from the newest DC Universe show Young Justice Outsiders, Flashpoint Paradox, Ultimate Spiderman, The Dark Knight Returns, and one of David’s favorites, Moon Beam City. Matthew runs us through a typical process of an animated series, from inspiration, script writing, character design, and everything in between that creates some of our favorite moments in animation. Also, we do another trailer play by play, this time with two back to back trailers; Spiderman Into The Spiderverse and Dark Phoenix. As usual we all have a lot of thoughts and opinions. Join us and a fellow nerd/creative/and listener as we do what we do best as we kick off our jam packed second season of Nerds at the Cool Table

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 22: A Crackhead Dracula

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 21:54:57 GMT

Why did Danny Rand turn down all fades? We ask that on this Iron Fist Season 2 review episode! We roast, we give props, and give our thoughts on a much better improved season. Then, the moment we've been so hyped for since Nick Fury disappeared but not before breaking out his circa 95 pager, our first look at the Captain Marvel trailer. As a podcast first, we do a play-by-play of the trailer along with some analyzing of things we might have missed on the first watch. Also, we analyze the new Joker images and theorize what we might see storyline-wise on this new Joaquin Phoenix led film. Give it as listen as we close off Season 1 of Nerds at the Cool Table.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 21: Our Top 5 Non-MCU/DCEU Comic Book Films

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:11:24 GMT

It's a Snyder-fest! Not really but we do breakdown each of our top 5 comic book films that are NOT MCU or DCEU. The lists are both surprising and nostalgic as we find out which of our favorite films growing up originated as comics or graphic novels. Plus, Julien breaks down some of the new Captain Marvel details following the first look images, We discuss the pros/cons of a Popular Film Oscar category, and finally Jazen gives us his hot take on a Big Trouble in Little China reboot/sequel.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 20: That Man Can Run

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 19:46:04 GMT

What do MISSION IMPOSSIBLE and THE DARK KNIGHT have in common? We have no idea but thats what we ended up discussing in our latest episode! After a lengthy review with 3 out of the 4 of us (Jazen's review was stuck in 1996) we break down what made Mission Impossible Fallout one of the best of the franchise. Leading into a Dark Knight 10 year retrospective we quickly dive in and discuss our favorite moments, our nitpicks, and fond memories of the hype back in 2008. News Bites are filled with a quick review of friend of the podcast Super Duper Kyle's latest Netflix movie The After Party trailer, we discuss Batwoman casting, and much more

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 19: That One Weekend in San Diego

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 18:30:05 GMT

The boys write a thank you card to comic con, the most sacred weekend of our year. We run through some trailers that could save the entire DC UNIVERSE. A couple of drunken antics and a heavy topic we still manage to not take too seriously. Find out who charmed our lanyards off on this episode of Nerds at the Cool Table.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Bonus Episode 1: UFC Champion Daniel Cormier

Fri, 20 Jul 2018 18:15:16 GMT

Our first bonus episode! Jazen sits down with UFC champ Daniel Cormier and talks a wide spectrum of nerdy topics; from The Avengers equivalent in the UFC, Sports Video Games, his favorite superhero and why it's Gambit, all the way to the a very in depth conversation about Game of Thrones

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 18: Quantum It's In Everything!

Sat, 14 Jul 2018 00:05:14 GMT

Finally sober and full of Pym particles we power through another episode. Ant-Man and the Wasp is first up as we break down the sweet dessert Marvel dished up post-Infinity War. We introduce a new segment this episode as we divide the workload because who has time to watch so much media every week; Youssef and David discuss Sicario 2 aka Dora the Explorer Fights the Cartels, while Julien and Jazen talk Luke Cage Season 2 and ask why Luke Cage dabbed. Also more news bites, pre-gaming SD Comic-Con, and we once again struggle to figure out how to properly pronounce Djimon Honsou's name out loud

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 17: The Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con

Fri, 06 Jul 2018 20:30:55 GMT

Hungover and battling a violent heat, we survive Vegas strong enough to deliver a JAM PACKED episode that sounds like the most random crossover; Whatever you would call when you put together Thanos, The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Blade, The Green Ranger, and Shatterstar; thats what this episode is. We succesfully navigate our first Comic-Con as an official podcast like champs (sorta)

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 16: Cut the Check

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 20:02:30 GMT

This week, we update you guys on where we’ve been going and what we’ve been watching, Youssef takes credit for reviving Gargoyles and Jazen makes a Hail Mary case for Tales from the Crypt....are we running out of ideas? Or simply evolving??? You decide! Also we eat Chick-fil-a and have a moment of silence for a fallen legend.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 15: Rap Game Infinity War

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 08:31:01 GMT

Deadpool 2! Solo: A Star Wars Story! We review both films back to back, but first we weigh in on the long time bubbling rap beef between Drake & Pusha T as we recorded this episode literally less than an hour after Pusha T used a couple of Infinity Stones on Drake (aka dropping The Story of Addidon) Jumping into Solo we discuss its place among the current crop of Star Wars films being produced under the umbrella of Disney. We talk likes, dislikes, and our collective minds piece together a possible secret trilogy within these prequels. We then debate the merc with a mouth's latest cinematic outing; Deadpool 2. Did Ryan Reynolds pull it off a second time? Our opinions are very divided as we chip away at the latest film in Fox's X-Men universe.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 14: Cartoons "R” Us

Wed, 23 May 2018 21:21:52 GMT

Fox Kids, Disney Afternoon, Kids WB, Toonami, and every cartoon block we grew up with in the 90s! We dig deep and break down our favorite comic book animated series. From Batman to the classic and iconic X-Men the Animated series, and all the way to underrated ones like Spawn and the Incredible Hulk. Also, we revisit the terms of our ongoing Black Panther/Infinity War box office bet, discuss the state of art appreciation in the age of non-stop content, discuss DC's upcoming streaming service, and continue theorizing Infinity War after our multiple viewings.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 13: Destiny Arrived and Wong Dipped

Tue, 08 May 2018 17:50:47 GMT

Avengers Infinity War! We finally regroup to sit down and discuss the colossal 10 years in the making cinematic giant, after a heavy two weeks of post-Coachella recovery A back and forth talk about our favorite moments, theories, reactions, and individual theater experiences. If you haven't seen Infinity War yet stay far away from this conversation until you have, SPOILERS ALL OVER this episode.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 12: Ready Player Some

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 02:58:04 GMT

Cheers to new beginnings! Our 12th Episode is in a shiny new studio with a bunch of new buttons to push, but don’t worry, we still don’t know what any of them do. On this episode the guys double down on a billion dollar bet. We overdose on nostalgia between a vague tiptoe around a Ready Player One review, because some people are lazy movie goers, and a dream Spider-Man villain casting full of actors who probably won’t do it..

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 11: Goodbye Meltdown

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 16:04:20 GMT

Farewell Meltdown! Episode 11 calls for a heart felt goodbye to our first recording home, then on a brighter note we sink our teeth into a trailer that was probably better than a few feature films we can name, with theories and speculations galore regarding Infinity War. A high stakes bet gets thrown on the cool table regarding Black Panthers box office throne. Disneyland figures out new ways to rob us blind via ticket sales and we plot to break into secret parts of the park. Finally we pry intrusively into your favorite hero’s bank account...find out who’s card is getting declined!!

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 10: Our Top 5 MCU Films

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 09:13:54 GMT

Episode 10 calls for some kind of milestone, so we marked it with Top 5 countdown of each of our favorite MCU films in the 10 year long history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. With Infinity War looming closer and closer, and Black Panther already out in the wild, it felt only appropriate that we decide on our favorites in anticipation of the final battles the cinematic Marvel heroes will face come the end of Phase 3. Plus, we discuss where is the final Infinity Stone and why it probably is still in Wakanda, why Spider-Woman might be a great Spiderman villain, and why Tom Cruise should/should NOT be Hal Jordan.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 9: Head Bop Like Daniel Kaluuya

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 08:45:55 GMT

It’s here! Our BLACK PANTHER review! Listen to us break down our favorite moments, who stole the show, possible spin-offs, and what Black Panther set up for the possible future of the Avengers. Also, Jazen gives us his first hand review of the Black Panther Experience at Disney’s California Adventure with his in depth conversation with a Dora Milaje, and how the Black Panther Meet n’ Greet is doing better than the Guardians of the Galaxy Ride. We break down the Antman and The Wasp trailer, quick fancast Batgirl, and then deviate to talk about which other daytime kid’s show from the 90s should be remade into a movie franchise.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 8: A Lot of Meetings (w/ special guest J. Lee)

Thu, 08 Feb 2018 10:42:49 GMT

With a story that spans from the front desk at the Family Guy offices to the bridge of The Orville as Lt. Commander John LaMarr, we welcome our first guest to the Cool Table, From Fox's hit show The Orville, J. Lee. Telling his super inspiring story of rising and falling and rising again in the rat race we all know as Hollywood, and how chance encounters, a lot of meetings, and just simply lining up your desire with your purpose, you eventually find your way back on the road to your dreams. Currently starring alongside Seth MacFarlane on Fox's hit sci-fi comedy The Orville, J. Lee, breaks down one of his favorite Batman The Animated Series episode, who he would love to play in a comic book movie, and the one time he outboxed the Black Panther himself, Chadwick Boseman, at an L.A. gym. Season 1 of Fox's The Orville is currently available to stream on Hulu. Season 2 will air late 2018

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 7: Fancasting the MCU X-Men

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 12:27:45 GMT

With the news of the Disney buyout of Fox Studios, and the new reality of the X-Men coming back home to Marvel Studios, we put our heads together and debate and dream up a brand new cast for the eventual MCU version of the X-Men!

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 6: New Year, Same Us

Tue, 09 Jan 2018 10:33:22 GMT

the band is back for 2018 with a DOUBLE REVIEW of the cherished hits from the holiday break, BRIGHT and THE LAST JEDI. We talk Moviepass and why it's pretty much the best invention ever for both bad and good movies. Iconic movie soundtracks of our youth and why All That was the most hip-hop show of the 90s for kids. We dig deep and discuss Netflix spoiling those of us who crave content. A 3-vs-1 Bright discussion that pretty much goes the way you'd expect it to go. We finally give each of our thoughts on THE LAST JEDI after the hype of it's initial release has died down a bit

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 5: Pay To See 60 Billion

Fri, 08 Dec 2017 17:05:54 GMT

Episode 5 we discuss that sweet sweet Avengers Infinity War trailer and why Thanos is about to be the Marvel Universe's Debo. With that looming Disney buyout of Fox's entertainment assets we dive into where we benefit as fans and where it just might start to get weird. We judge Julien's anime choices and for absolutely no reason Jazen recites every single actor's name from the Street Fighter movie by heart. Also why you should never call any of us for information if you're up for a part in any comic property.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 4: Like A Delicious Gas Station Pizza

Thu, 23 Nov 2017 13:56:08 GMT

An episode full of struggle, back blow outs, and holiday traffic. We make it happen and give our MASSIVE REVIEW of JUSTICE LEAGUE! We talk what we expect next from WB/DC, our alternate Batman choices if Affleck decides to leave the DC Cinematic Universe, and we debut our unique rating system for Justice League. Plus, we give our initial thoughts on the new Netflix Punisher show (full review coming Episode 5), Our theory for the last Infinity Stone, Deadpool 2 trailer reactions, and should James Franco be an X-Men.

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 3: There Was A Fight in Thor

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 11:29:47 GMT

During our THOR: RAGNAROK review we compare the fight Youssef and Julien witnessed AT Thor with the fights IN Thor. We discuss Complex Con and why it occupies an important space within the crossroads of culture, music, and the internet. We talk why there's suddenly JUSTICE LEAGUE HYPE!!! Plus some buff talk (obviously), the already pre-Oscar winning Lion King song by Beyonce and Childish Gambino, Migos x Hyenas, and we finally put to rest who got cast as Shazam and Billy Batson

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 2: Bear Trap of a Show

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 16:45:05 GMT

The band is back together for the first time. We talk the Dujour Starting 5, a surprise dream Dujour casting for DC, Bad Boys Cinematic Universe, Black Panther and New Mutants trailer talk, and why does Justice League key art look like a back to school binder cover contact us cooltablepodcast@gmail.com

Nerds at the Cool Table - Episode 1: The Reboot

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 20:09:19 GMT

Our episode 1 reboot. minus our fourth bandmember Youssef Grant. We get into some Justice League and Star Wars trailer reactions, Inhumans hate-watching, and why was there a fake cyclops with blue lasers in the Generation X TV movie.