The Nerd Council Podcast
The Nerd Council is one of the UK’s most prominent Black podcasts and online platforms specialising in film/TV, gaming, comics and anime. Created in with the aim to build and bring the nerd community together, The Nerd Council challenges typical convention of what it means to be a Nerd in modern times, whilst celebrating all the brilliant things Nerds enjoy. Catch new episodes twice a month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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 beginning to feel formulaic. On the film...
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 Avengers team in the MCU? And does ...
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, conflicted leader. We also get into what wor...
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 deep narratives still mak...
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 the end of DVD sales forced them...
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 harder than ever?
Speaking of fatigue, w...
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!
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*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 before episode one was over. We...
...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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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...
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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 Era
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