Episodes
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Street Fighter (2026): The Movie Is a Mess. Thumbs Up.
We caught Street Fighter (2026) on opening night, and somehow Frank’s review is basically: “The movie is a mess. Thumbs up.” Frank went in with very low expectations and had a good time. Linder went in knowing absolutely nothing about Street Fighter lore and came out considerably more… meh. We…
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Gone with the Wind (1939): Went to the Wrong Theater
We finally caught Gone with the Wind (1939) on the big screen and came away with the same verdict: 10 out of 10. Frank made it through nearly four hours without triggering the Frank Nap Metric, Mrs. Genius brought along their 17-year-old son, and Linder somehow managed to arrive an hour early and...
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The Old Nerd and the Alchemist: How Many Nerds Is Too Many Nerds?
The Old Nerd and the Genius is expanding the family. Meet The Old Nerd and the Alchemist — a new spinoff pairing a 67-year-old NASA veteran with a 25-year-old cosplayer, anime enthusiast, fellow physics major, and apparently the person tasked with filling one of the largest holes in the Old…
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The Best Part Of Digger (2026) Was The Previews
We went to see Digger… and somehow the previews were the part that got us excited. In this bonus episode, we talk about three trailers that actually did their jobs: Wild Horses Nine, I Am Rocky, and Johnny Depp’s Day Drinker. We also get into why movie trailers used to be able to make almost...
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Digger (2026): We Suffered Through It So You Don't Have To
Tom Cruise has made a lot of movies we’ve enjoyed. Digger (2026) is not one of them. We went in suspicious after months of a five-minute trailer built around clips from 36 Tom Cruise movies, reminding us just how many good Tom Cruise movies already exist. Frank wanted to walk out, the legendary...
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Resident Evil 2026: Turn It Off At The Gate
The new Resident Evil started strong: jump scares, video-game logic, Easter eggs, and a surprisingly good time. Then somebody drove a truck through a gate, everybody started making increasingly ridiculous decisions, and Frank began actively rooting against the protagonist. We break down exactly...
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The Transformers: The Movie - Start With Megan Fox
The Genius grew up with Transformers. The Old Nerd learned everything he knows about Transformers from Megan Fox. After Optimus Prime dies, Frank tries to take a nap, and a bewildering 1986 toy commercial masquerading as a movie leaves us with one important general life lesson: Start With Megan...
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Dragon Con: The Epilogue
Dragon Con was over, but apparently it wasn’t finished with us. Two weeks later, we’re comparing COVID notes, trying to figure out how the guy sharing a room and a four-hour car ride somehow escaped it, and debating whether the virus can now be transmitted by text message. Somehow all of this…
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Coyote vs. ACME: Exactly What We Wanted!
We went into Coyote vs. Acme hoping it wouldn’t ruin the Looney Tunes we grew up with—and came out wondering if it was one of the most purely enjoyable movies we’ve seen. From Wile E. Coyote’s ACME contraptions to Daffy Duck, Bugs Bunny, Pepe Le Pew and a lifetime of Saturday-morning nostalgia,...
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Dragon Con 40th - 40th Podcast | Dragon Con Wrap-up!
For our 40th podcast, we’re wrapping up Dragon Con’s 40th anniversary after one exhausting, hilarious, unexpectedly meaningful weekend in Atlanta. We talk about the people who made the experience special, the wonderfully inclusive and nonjudgmental culture, the ribbon obsession, the physical toll...
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Dragon Con: We Found Our People
I mean, it is Nerd Mecca. Day three at Dragon Con and we’ve figured out the real secret of the convention: it’s the people. We reconnect with our new Dragon Con best friends, stumble into some fantastic Chinese food, discuss the best cosplay we’ve seen, and start making plans to do the whole…
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Making It Rain At DragonCon 2026
Old Nerd and the Genius hit Dragon Con 2026 for first podcast recorded on location. We talk brutal badge lines, hidden Dragon Con survival tricks, cosplay, vendor halls, mobility scooters, and the strange new art of making it rain… with podcast ribbons. Plus, Frank goes lightsaber shopping and...
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Found Us at Dragon Con? Start Here
If you found The Old Nerd and the Genius through a ribbon, sticker, T-shirt, or random encounter at Dragon Con 2026 — welcome. Drop us a comment and tell us how you found us, who you met, and what cosplay you were wearing. We’re building the Dragon Con 2026 crew, and everybody who checks in gets…
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We’re Going to Dragon Con, Baby! | Dragon Con 2026 Preview
The Old Nerd and the Genius are headed to Dragon Con 2026 — and this time, we’re bringing the podcast with us. We talk about our history with Dragon Con, why it’s basically Nerd Mecca, the cosplay, the panels, our questionable plans to record from the convention, and the stickers and badge…
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Our Measure of Success | Senior Moment
Lone Wolf McQuade (1983) gave us inspiration. We now understand our measure of podcasting success. Special thanks to our cigar assistants: Sean and Jesse 🎙️Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Mutiny (2026): Jason Statham, Human Traffickers & a Surprisingly Busy Knife
Jason Statham is back doing what Jason Statham does best: beating the hell out of bad guys while the rest of us try not to think too hard about the plot. We take on Mutiny — a movie that probably should have been called Stowaway — and ask some important questions: Why is the Navy even here? What...
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Dinosaur Porn | Senior Moment
The End of Oak Street (2026) may only be the beginning of dinosaur porn. We still haven't worked up the courage to Google it! 🎙️ Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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The End of Oak Street (2026): Tasteful Dinosaur Porn
We went into The End of Oak Street (2026) expecting dinosaurs, time-travel chaos, and maybe a little suburban survival. Somehow we also wind up reviewing what may be the finest example of tasteful dinosaur porn ever committed to film. 🎙️Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Avengers: Doomsday | Special Look Trailer
It's not all Doom and gloom. The trailer doesn't blow us away but it's clear this movie is a must see. 🎙️Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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Needs More Evil Midget | Senior Moment
Sean doesn't think we can say that on the podcast. One thing we all agreed on: Lone Wolf McQuade (1983) needed more evil midget. "💯 I loved the evil midget" - Genius 🎙️Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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What Are You, a Commie? | Senior Moment
Comrade Genius gave Superman (2025) a ZERO. The Old Nerd, however, stands for Truth, Justice, and the American Way! 🎙️Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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Super Troopers 3 (2026): The Laughs Have Been Pulled Over
We both agree - don't waste your time with this one! The real reason the Genius hates the movie is that an EV vehicle is the hero! 🎙️Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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If You're Lucky, He Kills You First | Senior Moment
In Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice (2026), Dolph Lundgren plays a cannibal hitman. Because apparently just being a hitman wasn’t enough. The good news? If you’re lucky, he kills you first. 🎙️ Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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Too Many Vince Vaughns? | Senior Moment
We get a little carried away as Vince Vaughn fanboys after seeing Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice. Btw, did we mention Vince Vaughn? 🎙️Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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D-BOX: D Stands for Dramamine | Senior Moment
The Genius' brother lives on the edge! D-Box seats tilt, rumble, and vibrate in precise synchronization with the action, sound effects, and music happening on the big screen. Personally, who needs to ride a rollercoaster while trying to watch a movie?? 🎙️Please join our nonsense! oldnerdgenius…
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End Credit Scenes Must Die | Senior Moment
No need to sit through the credits... The Genius is over with end credit scenes. 🎙️Please join our nonsense oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971): Not All Orange Faces Are Bad
The Old Nerd takes a solo trip back to 1971 with the 55th anniversary theatrical release of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Why does Gene Wilder’s performance remain iconic? Does the movie still hold up? And is it worth seeing on the big screen? Spoiler: absolutely. 🎙️Please join our...
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Spider-Man Instant Naked | Senior Moment
Yelena not Natasha...ok ok ok...we know. If you're focused on the name, you are probably wearing a towel! 🎙️Please join our nonsense oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day - Best Spider-Man Movie | Senior Moment
Is Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) the best of the Spider-Man movies? Clip from our full breakdown. 🎙️Please join our nonsense oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day - Best Movie Ever | Senior Moment
NO SPOILERS The Genius has spoken! Spider Man: Brand New Day (2026) is the best movie he's ever seen... ...except for the other movies he's seen. 🎙️Please join our nonsense oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)
Our superpower is to ramble incoherently about a movie we both enjoyed. Highly recommend Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) If you don't want spoilers, that is all you need to know. Although in this case we behave ourselves and warn you before we spoil. 🎙️Please join our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on...
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Peak Billy Bob Thornton - Landman | Senior Moment
The third season of Landman can't come soon enough! We both highly recommend Landman as both peak Billy Bob Thornton and perhaps the most entertaining show available. Across the board the show and cast are fantastic. Senior Moments are brief clips from The Old Nerd and the Genius. 🎙️Join is in…
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To the Window, To the Wall | Senior Moment
We get low with advice on how to escape a haunted house during our review of Scared to Death (2026). Please join us in our nonsense! 🎙️ oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Killer Robot Squeals Like A Pig | Senior Moment
A relentless killing machine… Defeated by stairs. Turns out killer robots don’t all go out with dignity. Robocop (1987) 🎙️ Please join us in our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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The Fifth Element Nap Exception | Senior Moment
Well, as they say, the exception proves the rule. We both agree The Fifth Element (1997) is a great movie in spite of lack of sleep! 🎙️Please join us in our nonsense oldnerdgenius on all the things
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The Fifth Element (1997)
We saw Die Hard in Space, otherwise known as The Fifth Element (1997) and highly recommend. The Old Nerd is inspired to take up a new hobby! 🎙️Please join us in our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things
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A Nap Would Have Saved The Odyssey | Senior Moment
Obviously the only thing keeping The Odyssey (2026) from perfection was the lack of a nap. The Frank Nap Metric was thwarted. The Old Nerd maintains that wanting to nap still counts—and actually proves just how great the movie is. The Frank Nap Metric: because sometimes the best movie review is a...
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We Are Time Wasters | Senior Moment
Thank you for wasting your time on us! By the way, Landman is definitely NOT a waste of time. We spend over 30 minutes on the full podcast attempting to explain why. But remember, time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time. 🎙️Please join us in our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Avengers: Doomsday - Everyone But Ironman | Senior Moment
Just a moment from our watch of Avengers: Doomsday trailer. Or as it's also called Avengers: Everyone But Ironman 🎙️ Please join us in our nonsense oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Avengers: Doomsday Hodgepodge | Senior Moment
Quick clip from our insightful assessment of the trailer for Avengers: Doomsday (2026) Perhaps ragtag? 🎙️Please join us in our nonsense oldnerdgenius on all the things
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Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Reaction
Evidently, Avengers: Doomsday will have every Marvel character ever created other than Iron Man. RDJ can only wear one suit at a time. 🎙️Please join us in our chaos oldnerdgenius on all the things
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The Odyssey of a Life Goal | Senior Moment
The Old Nerd has a life goal. It may have something to do with why he gave The Odyssey (2026) a 10. Frank, on the other hand, thought the movie was just… mid. (Being a devoted family man apparently affects your movie ratings.) 🎙️ Please join us in our nonsense. @oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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The Odyssey (2026): No Nap - Must Be Bad
Much like The Odyssey (2026), this podcast is longer than it needs to be. We’re split on the movie itself, but we’re in unanimous agreement on one thing: It’s better than Supergirl. Frank admits that if the theater seats had been more comfortable, he would’ve taken a nap… And we all know what…
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The Only Thing We Can Honestly Recommend | Senior Moment
Our wisdom is on full display at the end of our very first podcast. We feel you have been warned. 🎙️Please join us in our nonsense! oldnerdgenius on all the things
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We Don't Normally Advocate Gun Violence | Senior Moment
Generally, we don't recommend shooting people. There are exceptions to every rule… RoboCop found one. 🎙️ Please join us in our nonsense. oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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Why We Watch Movies With Subtitles | Senior Moment
Why Subtitles are a Modern Necessity * Complex Audio Mixing: Modern productions are mastered with a massive dynamic range, often burying whispered dialogue under loud music and effects. * Naturalistic Acting: Modern actors often favor softer, mumbled, or conversational delivery. Or, like us, you...
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The Best Three Frankenstein Movies of All Time | Senior Moment
Our completely unbiased and absolutely correct ranking of the three greatest Frankenstein movies ever made. 🧟 Young Frankenstein (1974) ⚡ Frankenstein (1931) 👻 Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948) Frank’s response: “We can see why you’re the Old Nerd.” 🎙️ Join us in our nonsense....
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Mel Brooks Ruined Frankenstein | Senior Moment
Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein (2025) just couldn't measure up to Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein (1974). "Put...the candle...back!" and join us in our nonsense. 🎙️ oldnerdgenius on all the things.
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You're Invited - The Invite (2026)
Since nobody would join us we just teamed up together to experience The Invite (2026). We enjoyed it but don't be misled, this is NOT a comedy. However, there are some truly entertaining comic beats. If this is what passes for a comedy in 2026, then kids, get off our lawn.
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The Accuracy We Strive For... | Senior Moment
This Senior Moment comes from the first episode of The Old Nerd and the Genius. Proof that we were well scripted and aiming for perfection from Day One. Clearly why the Old Nerd is NOT the Genius. Striving to be the reason you yell into your device: What the Hell are they talking about! 🎙️ Join…
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