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The Credible Nerds
by Justin & Marc
News, Commentary, and Reviews for the casual nerd. Join The Credible Nerds - Justin and Marc, as we talk about our favorite fandoms. We discuss Star Wars & Star Trek, DC & Marvel, Harry Dresden & Harry Potter, The Cosmere & Middle Earth, The Wheel of Time and more!
Episodes
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Survivor 50 Ep 7: That's Not How I Play Survivor - Haikus, Callouts, and a Winner Taken Out!
Dee’s torch is out, Coach is speaking in haikus, and the merge war has officially begun. In this episode of The Brady Break/down - Survivor Edition, Rachel and Justin break down everything that went down in Survivor 50, Episode 7—from the blood‑moon merge fall out and Ozzy’s clutch immunity win…
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Survivor Season 50 Episode 6 The Blood Moon Backlash!
Blood Moon Backlash: Did Survivor 50’s Triple Boot Go Too Far? 🌕🔥 Survivor 50 just painted the beach red. In this episode, we’re breaking down “The Blood Moon” –and the historic triple‑boot chaos of Episode 6. We walk through how the twist actually works, who got wrecked by the random…
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Survivor 50 Episode 5: Open Wounds leads to some Bad Blood
Survivor 50 Episode 5: Open Wounds gave us the kind of messy, emotional gameplay you want from a milestone season. In this recap, we dig into “Open Wounds” and “Operation Bad Blood” as these returning players try to decide if they’re actually playing Survivor 50…or still replaying their old…
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Survivor 50 Ep 4 Recap - Zac Brown, Chaos, and a Costly Elimination
This week, we break down the much-talked-about Zac Brown appearance at the Sanctuary, where Kalo capitalized on both reward and immunity to strengthen their tribe bonds (and their stomachs). Was the celebrity spotlight worth the screen time, or did it take away from the strategy? We dig into the...
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Survivor S50 Ep 3 - Did You Vote For a Swap?
In this episode, we break down the episode and the wild first tribe swap of the season, from shaken-up alliances to brand new camp dynamics. We dig into how the swap reshapes the power structures and alliances. We discuss who benefits from the changes and who doesn't, and what this all means for...
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Survivor 50 Episode 2 - Cila's Therapy Carousel
Survivor 50 Ep 2 'Therapy Carousel' was more old-school chaos! We had gigantic snakes in bags, pants pooping embarrassment, Joe vs. Rick Devens beef exploding, Cirie pulling the puppet strings like a master, and a blindside that sent Season 49 winner Savannah Louie packing in a shocking 6-1 vote....
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Epic Party Crashed: Survivor 50 Premiere Episode is Chaos Unleashed!
The Credible Nerds switch gears for a minute and jump in to another fandom - the Survivor reality show! This show has been around for 50 seasons and we want to talk about this fun new season! Justin is joined by a new co-host, Rachelle! Together they make a great team as they talk Survivor…
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The Dark Knight Revisited: Why The Dark Knight Still Reigns as the Greatest Superhero Film
We continue our Batman review series with Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight, widely considered by many to be the best Batman film ever made and a landmark in modern superhero cinema. In this episode, The Credible Nerds take a deep dive into what makes this 2008 classic so compelling, breaking...
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The Credible Nerds Review Batman Begins!
The Credible Nerds Review Batman Begins! We discuss the 2005 Christopher Nolan film - Batman Begins.
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The RIngs of Power Season 2 Review!
The Credible Nerds discuss Season 2 of The Rings of Power and what we liked about it. We discuss the criticisms and if they are warranted, as well as what we feel fell flat. We discuss our Top 5 Moments of Season Two of The Rings of Power!
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Cosmere Commentary: Mistborn Book 3 - The Hero of Ages
Review of the third book in the Mistborn First Era Trilogy! We discuss Sazed and his sacrifice. We talk about the Shards, Preservation and Ruin. We get into the Final Battle of Book 3 - is it epic enough? Kyle breaks down his Top 5 Moments of the Mistborn First Era Trilogy, and Justin gives his…
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The Credible Nerds Review The Penguin Episodes 1 and 2!
The Penguin is now streaming on Max! I review Episodes 1 and 2 and discuss what I like about it and why you should be watching it!
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More Than Meets The Eye: A Review of Transformers - Dark of the Moon
We are back with another More Than Meets The Eye episode! We review the third Michael Bay Transformers movie: Dark of the Moon. We discuss how the world and Sam Witwicky has moved on from the previous two films and how Sam is adapting and dealing with real life problems. We try to reason out the...
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Cosmere Commentary: Mistborn Book 2 - The Well of Ascension
We delve into Book 2 of the Mistborn Era 1 Trilogy - The Well of Ascension. The Lord Ruler is dead - now what? We discuss the political intrigue in the story, as Elend Venture learns to be a leader and bring his people together. We analyze the love triangle of Elend, Vin, and Zane and who will…
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The Credible Nerds Review Batman and Robin
The Credible Nerds, Blake, Nathan, and Justin, watch the much maligned Batman and Robin so you don't have to! We discuss the things that we liked, what could have been better, and what was just beyond campy. We talk about how with this cast of actors, what went wrong?
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Cosmere Commentary - Mistborn Book 1 - The Final Empire
We discuss Book One of the first Mistborn trilogy! The Final Empire starts off the Scadrial story with Vin, Kelsier, Elend, Sazed, and the Crew. We discuss all things Mistborn. From The Lord Ruler, to Kelsier, and also the magic system of Mistborn, Alllomancy.
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The Credible Nerds Review Batman Forever
Join us as we provide commentary and review Joel Schumacher's Batman Forever starring Val Kilmer, Tommy Lee Jones, Jim Carrey, and Nicole Kidman. We talk about the new villains in this Batman adventure, Two-Face and Riddler! Do we like them? Do you like them? Batman has a new love interest…
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The Credible Nerds Review Batman Returns
The Credible Nerds review Batman Returns featuring Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Christopher Walken. How does it hold up and compare with the previous Tim Burton Batman? We discuss this and more! 00:00:00 - Intro and Short Review of the Movie 10:27:00 - Selina Kyle - Crazy...
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The Credible Nerds Review Batman!!
We jump back to the past, as far back as 1989, when we saw Batman in theaters! We discuss our thoughts when we first saw this movie in theaters, but also our subsequent viewings. How does it hold up? Do we still like it? We talk about how this movie was a blockbuster that led to multiple Batman...
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Cosmere Commentary: Elantris Review
Join The Credible Nerds as we discuss the novel Elantris by Brandon Sanderson. This “standalone” book opened the door for us to a bigger universe and started our journey into what's now known as the Cosmere. Set in the city of Elantris, once a place of magic and splendor but now a cursed land…
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Review of Rebel Moon: Part 1 - A Child of Fire
We review and discuss Zack Snyder's latest movie Rebel Moon: Part One - A Child of Fire. This movie had a limited release in theaters for a couple of days, then premiered on Netflix. Shooting to the top of Netflix's Top Ten list at number one that first week, does it have the legs to stay in the...
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Are Comic Book Movies Dead?
The Credible Nerds discuss the oversaturation of comic book movies in today's pop culture and ask the question - Are we done with comic book movies? We discuss the most recent fantasy novel release by Jim Butcher - The Olympian Affair, as well as his other series'. Marc breaks down his top 5...
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Breakdown and Speculation of the Wheel of Time Season 2 Trailer!!
The new trailer for The Wheel of Time on Amazon Prime Season 2 is out! We discuss, breakdown, and analyze the trailer and the clues in the new trailer. We speculate on Rand al'Thor's journey, Why does he go to the White Tower? Where is Min? Where is Padan Fain and the Horn of Valere? Is that the...
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Indiana Jones Review Series Episode 5 - The Dial of Destiny
We've reached the end of our reviews of the Indiana Jones films with our review of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny! We discuss this new adventure and how Indiana Jones as an older man plays out. We discuss the new characters of Helena Shaw and Jurgen Voller and how they fit in to the…
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The 40th Anniversary of The Return of the Jedi!
We review and discuss Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi and how it holds up 40 years later. This year was the 40th Anniversary of this final film of the Original Trilogy and we reminisced and talked about the things we like about this movie.
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More Than Meets The Eye: A Review of Transformers - Rise of the Beasts
Welcome back to More Than Meets The Eye: A Transformers Podcast! We review the sixth live action film in the franchise - Rise of the Beasts. We are introduced to the Maximals and the Terrorcons, as well as Unicron! Set on Earth in 1994, we are reunited from the Transformers from the last film -...
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Indiana Jones Review Series Episode 4 - The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
The Credible Nerds tackle the much maligned but secretly loved 4th movie in the Indiana Jones film series - Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull! We discuss the off and on again start of the film and why it took so long to develop, as well as how big of a box office hit the movie…
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Indiana Jones Review Series Episode 3 - The Last Crusade
We are back to talk more about the Man with the Hat! We get a Young Indy flashback and some great character building moments and a new adventure with young Indy! We discuss how much time has passed for Indy since Temple of Doom and how this movie fits into the overall Indiana Jones Saga timeline....
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The Flash Spoiler Free Review
The Credible Nerds got a sneak peak of The Flash and we talk about the movie without spoilers! Is it any good? Is it worth seeing in theaters? How good is Michael Keaton? All these questions and more are answered! Subscribe and listen today! Spoiler filled review coming after the film is released...
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The Fourth Ta'veren - The Wheel of Time Book 1 The Eye of the World Chapters 45-49 Review
We review Chapters 45-49 in Book One of The Wheel of Time - The Eye of the World! The heroes barely escape the Ways and Machin Shin, then make their way to Fal Dara. At Far Dara they rest and prepare to enter the dreaded Blight and to find the Green Man and The Eye of the World! We discuss the…
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Indiana Jones Review Series: Episode 2 - The Temple of Doom
We're back with a review of the Indiana Jones prequel - Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom! Set one year before Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indy is on a new adventure with a sidekick - Short Round, and an unwilling traveling companion - Willie Scott. These three are shot at, chased, left for dead…
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The Wheel of Time: Season One - Episode 8: The Eye of the World
The Fourth Ta'veren reviews Episode 8: The Eye of the World from Amazon Prime! This episode is the final episode of the season and is loosely based on the ending events of the book series The Wheel of Time - Book One: The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan. We discuss how the Rand decides to go to...
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Indiana Jones Review Series Episode 1 - Raiders of the Lost Ark
In preparation for the release of the fifth Indiana Jones movie - Dial of Destiny, we review the one that started it all - Raiders of the Lost Ark. We wax nostalgic as we discuss our first time viewing the film and what we thought. We also discuss how the film holds up over time over 40 years...
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The Mandalorian Season 3: Chapters 23 and 24 - The Spies and The Return Review
We review the final two episodes of Season 3 of The Mandalorian - The Spies and The Return! We discuss the Shadow Council and who they are and what their individual missions might be! We discuss the reunification of The Mandalorian tribes and their reentry into Mandalore. Moff Gideon is back! We...
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The Mandalorian: Chapter 22 - Guns For Hire Review
We discuss Chapter 22 of The Mandalorian - Guns for Hire! While we think that this is one of the oddest episodes of the series, there are some good things to discuss. From the cameos to references to Count Dooku and the Separatists to the duel to be the Mandalorian ruler there are some good…
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The Mandalorian: Chapter 21 - The Pirate Review
Argh, Pirates! We review and discuss Chapter 21 of The Mandalorian, the one where pirates attack Nevarro! With the New Republic being ineffective, the Mandalorians step in to help a planet under attack. Gorian Shard and goons invade Nevarro and kick High Magistrate Greef Karga and his people out…
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The Mandalorian: Chapter 20 - The Foundling Review
We discuss Chapter 20 of The Mandalorian - The Foundling! We get to see the Mandalorians working together against a common foe and how they are able to rescue one of their own. A dragon-like creature has attacked the Mandalorians and taken captive a foundling. The Mandalorians mount a rescue...
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Episode 100 - Review of Stephen King's 'Salem's Lot
Justin and Jordan discuss Stephen King's second novel, 'Salem's Lot. We discuss the various characters and story points and the overall story. We talk how faith and religion, or lack thereof, plays a part in the story and how it affects the vampires. We also discuss the two made for TV shows that...
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Episode 99 - Indiana Jones Review Series Preview
We briefly discuss the Indiana Jones films and that we will be doing a review series of the already released four films in preparation for the upcoming fifth movie, Dial of Destiny. Which one is your favorite?
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Episode 95 - Cosmere Commentary - The Lost Metal Review
Book Giveaway! The Credible Nerds are giving away a copy of The Lost Metal - signed, stamped, and numbered (#1468). Make sure you like and subscribe to our channel to be entered in to the giveaway. We will do the giveaway once we hit 500 subscribers. We recap our Dragonsteel Con 2022 experience…
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Episode 92 - The Mandalorian Chapter 16 - The Rescue Review
The Credible Nerds review the final episode of Season Two of The Mandalorian - The Rescue! By now it's no secret that Luke Skywalker shows up to rescue Mando and the gang! We see Luke Skywalker in his Jedi prime battling Dark Troopers and saving the day. This is a pretty awesome episode that sets...
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Episode 89 - The Mandalorian Chapter 15 - The Believer Review
We break down the latest adventure of Din Djarin, The Mandalorian. Now that his little buddy, Grogu, has been kidnapped by The Empire who does our hero turn to for help? The Mandalorian gets the gang back together to rescue baby Yoda, but also gets some additional help from Boba Fett and Fennic...
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Episode 88 - Transformers - MTMTE - Revenge of the Fallen Review
We review Michael Bay’s Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and discuss how it compares to the previous two films in our More Than Meets The Eye series. The adventures of Sam and Makayla continue with the introduction of some new characters as well as reuniting with old friends. We discuss the…
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Episode 87 - The Rings of Power: Review of Episode 8 and the Series as a Whole
In our review of the final episode of The Rings of Power, we discuss the reveal of Sauron and more hints we get regarding The Stranger. We discuss the Mystics from Rhun and who they may be. With the announcement of a Season 2, we also discuss the direction the series seems to be taking and some...
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Episode 86 - Preview of Brandon Sanderson's Dragonsteel Con 2022 and Some The Lost Metal Speculation
We discuss the upcoming Dragonsteel Convention that takes place on November 14 and 15, 2022! The Credible Nerds will be there and we talk about how big it will be and what we will be doing there. We also spend some time speculating about The Lost Metal and give a few predictions of what we might...
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Episode 84 - Review of Stephen King's Carrie
The Credible Nerds review Stephen King's first novel, Carrie. We discuss the story and the events that lead up to Carrie murdering her high school peers. But the question remains - Is Carrie the victim in this story? Or is she a cold blooded killer? The answer isn't black and white. We discuss…
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Episode 81 - The Rings of Power: Chapters 1-4 Review
Marc and Justin review the first four episodes of The Rings of Power! We discuss what we liked about it and how it compares to the original films from Peter Jackson. We discuss Galadriel and Halbrand, Durin and Elrond, the traveling people, the Elves and Orcs, and who is the Stranger? Where is...
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Episode 80 - The Mandalorian Chapter 12 - The Siege
Our heroes return to Navarro and meet up with some old friends to get the Razor Crest fixed. When they arrive, Greef Karga and Cara Dune inform Din Djarin about a local abandoned Imperial base that they need to take care of. When they arrive, Mando and friends get more than they bargained for, as...
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Episode 79 - The Mandalorian Chapter 11 - The Heiress
Who is the Heiress? We review and discuss Chapter 11 of The Mandalorian! We are introduced to the live action Bo Katan and some other Mandalorians. We discuss who Bo Katan is and some of the history of the Mandalorians.
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Episode 78 - The Mandalorian Chapter 10 - The Passenger
The Credible Nerds review Chapter 10 The Passenger! We discuss how Mando goes on an adventure with Baby Yoda and a new character - Frog Lady. Mando and crew run into some X-Wing pilots and some creepy ice spiders. We also get to see more of some Baby Yoda shenanigans. Will the Razor Crest and…
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News, Commentary, and Reviews for the casual nerd.
Join The Credible Nerds - Justin and Marc, as we talk about our favorite fandoms.
We discuss Star Wars & Star Trek, DC & Marvel, Harry Dresden & Harry Potter, The Cosmere & Middle Earth, The Wheel of Time and more!
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News, Commentary, and Reviews for the casual nerd. Join The Credible Nerds - Justin and Marc, as we talk about our favorite fandoms. We discuss Star Wars & Star Trek, DC & Marvel, Harry Dresden & Harry Potter, The Cosmere & Middle Earth, The Wheel of Time and more!
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