Not Quite Nerds

🎙️ Episode 39: Vampires, Variants & Toy Controversy 🎙️ This week, the Nerds sink their teeth into the later entries of the Blade trilogy with Blade II and Blade: Trinity 🧛‍♂️ do they hold up, or should they stay buried? We also jump through time and timelines with both seasons of Loki ⏳ breaking down the highs, the twists, and what it all means for the wider Marvel universe. Meanwhile, Luch blows his wad over his love of LEGO 🧱, while Matt takes the bold stance of explaining… why he hates toys 😅 Add in plenty of tangents, debates, and classic Nerdverse chaos, and you’ve got Episode 39.

🎙️ Flashback Episode: Marvel Madness – Jessica Jones, S.H.I.E.L.D. & Ultron 🔁🦸‍♀️ This week, we rewind the tape and dive back into Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness from Episodes 6 & 7 — revisiting some key moments from the journey so far. We’re talking: 🕵️‍♀️ Jessica Jones 🛡️ Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 2 🤖 Avengers: Age of Ultron What did we think then… and how do those takes hold up now? 👀 Of course, it wouldn’t be Not Quite Nerds without a few (or many) tangents along the way.

This week, the Nerds dive into the back catalogue of Kevin Smith, from cult classics to chaotic curiosities, breaking down what we love, why his films still resonate, and… what some of us have somehow never seen. 👀 From Clerks to the weird and wonderful corners of his filmography, we celebrate the man who made talking an art form and turned loitering into cinema. It’s nostalgia, debates, and a whole lot of Kevin Smith energy, much like us an dthis podcast, exactly how it should be. 🎧✨

🎙️ Episode 36: Baseball Tangents & HBO Max 🎙️ This week… things go completely off the rails. 😅 Before we even get started, Matt and Luch fall into possibly the biggest tangent yet, somehow ending up deep in “Yankin’ Off” territory and talking baseball ⚾ (don’t ask… just listen). Eventually, Mallory joins to restore some order (or at least supervise the chaos 👀), and we shift gears to talk about the European launch of HBO Max. From there, the team shares their must-watch recommendations , including: 🎬 Classic favourites ✨ Hidden gems 🔥 And the obvious heavy-hitters It’s chaotic, it’s nerdy, and it’s very Not Quite Nerds.

🎙️ Episode 35: Dark Phoenix Shock, Endgame Comparisons & Trailer Reactions 🎙️ This week in the Nerdverse, things get spicy. 🔥 Mallory wraps up Runaways and then dives into a bold comparison between X-Men: Dark Phoenix and Avengers: Endgame — and let’s just say… her take on Dark Phoenix might be the most shocking part of the episode. 👀😳 Meanwhile, Matt and Luch revisit Daredevil Season 1 and kick off Season 2, because it’s always a good time for some Hell’s Kitchen justice. 👿 We round things out with reactions to the latest Supergirl and Spidey trailers, plus the usual tangents, chaos, and classic Not Quite Nerds energy. 🎧✨  

🎙️ Episode 34: Marvel Madness Flashback – Back to the Beginning 🔁🦸‍♀️ This week, we rewind the clock and revisit Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness from Episodes 4 & 5 — the early days where opinions were formed, surprises were had, and the journey really began. Like a classic “previously on…” episode, we dive back into those first reactions, hot takes, and moments that set the tone for everything that followed. 👀✨ What still holds up? What would we change? And which takes feel very different in hindsight? It’s nostalgia, reflection, and a trip back to where the madness started. 🎧

🎙️ Episode 33: SHIELD Surprises, One Piece Preview & Firefly Fallout 🎙️ This week in the Nerdverse, expectations are flipped on their head… 👀 We’re genuinely surprised by Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Seasons 6 & 7 — but is it a welcome return to form or something else entirely? 🦸‍♂️✨ We also set sail with a preview of One Piece Season 2 🏴‍☠️ and what we’re hoping to see next from the Grand Line. And then… the big one. 🚨 Breaking news around Firefly, and we have a lot of thoughts. Some good. Some… not so good. It’s reactions, debates, and classic Not Quite Nerds chaos from start to finish. 🎧🔥

Mallory has ploughed through a load of... Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness this week, and we’re finally hitting some of Marvel’s biggest moments. 🦸‍♀️ That means asking the big question: 💥 Does Avengers: Infinity War still hold up? Along the way we also dive into: 🚀 Firefly is coming back? 📚 X-Rated X-Factor and some surprising Star Trek comics 📺 And whether Netflix’s Marvel shows managed to end their run on a high Throw in plenty of tangents (as always) and you’ve got another chaotic trip through the Nerdverse. 🎧✨

🎙️ Episode 31: Punisher, Firefly Mysteries & Comic Book Dreams 🎙️ The Nerds are back for another round of chaos, tangents, and deep dives. This week in Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness, we take on The Punisher Season 2; does Frank Castle go out with a bang or a whimper? 💀 We also dig into: 🚀 The Firefly mystery — why does this show still loom so large in nerd culture? 🩺 The possible Scrubs reboot (do we need it?) 📚 And which movie franchises we’d love to see expanded into comics Expect passionate opinions, nostalgic detours, and the usual Not Quite Nerds tangents… lots and lots of tangents. 🎧✨

🎙️ Episode 30: Marvel Madness, Stranger Things & Franchise Futures 🎙️ Thirty episodes in and the chaos is still strong. 💥 This week in Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness, we tackle: 🏃‍♀️ Runaways Season 2 👿 Daredevil Season 3 (yes, we have thoughts) We also step into the shadows with Stranger Things: The First Shadow 👀 and ask the big question: 👉 Which franchise is about to have a GREAT year… and which one should be very, very nervous? Add in the usual tangents, passionate debates, and unpredictable energy, and you’ve got classic Not Quite Nerds.

🎙️ Episode 29: Street-Level Supes, Spider-Noir Hopes & A Traitorous Pick 🎙️ Despite some heroic battles with technical gremlins ⚙️😅, the team pushes through to bring you another packed episode of Nerdverse chaos. This week we dive into: 👊 Luke Cage Season 2 — does Harlem’s hero stick the landing? 🐉 Iron Fist Season 2 — improvement or more frustration? 🕸️ Our hopes and expectations for Spider-Noir ⚔️ Luch checks in with an update on A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Plus… a completely spontaneous, and possibly traitorous, Staff Pick that nobody saw coming. Glitches, grit, and geekery — business as usual. 🎧✨

🎙️ Episode 28: Marvel Madness — The Flashback Episode 🔁🦸‍♀️ With Matt unfit to cast this week 🤧, we take a trip back through time and revisit Mallory’s Marvelous Madness journey from the very beginning. Like a classic TV flashback episode, we rewind to our early conversations about Marvel’s shared universe, first reactions, bold predictions, and the takes that started it all. 👀✨ What’s changed? What still holds up? And which opinions aged… questionably? It’s nostalgia, hindsight, and Marvel memories, all rolled into one very Not Quite Nerds episode. 🎧

🎙️ Episode 27: The Team’s Back — Cloak & Dagger, Trek Academy & Marvel Futures 🎙️ The full team is back together and there’s a LOT to catch up on! This week we dive into Cloak & Dagger, share our thoughts on Star Trek: Academy, and talk through the hype (and confusion 👀) around Wonder Man. We also take a detour into the world of sitcoms with the Scrubs reboot, what we hope works, what worries us, and whether it’s really necessary. And to wrap it all up, we look ahead to what’s next for Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness as the journey continues. 🦸‍♀️✨ It’s full-team energy, fresh takes, and classic Not Quite Nerds chaos.

🎙️ Episode 26: Marvel Madness Highs, Lows & Icy Absences ❄️🦸‍♀️ With Luch lost somewhere in an arctic winterland 🥶, Mallory and Matt hold down the fort and take a moment to reflect on Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness so far calling out the worst entries to date and teasing the best still to come. 👀🔥 Of course, we don’t stay on track for long. There’s a quick whip-round of the latest nerd news, including thoughts on The Incredibles and Mark Ruffalo, plus the usual collection of tangents you’ve come to expect (and love). It’s cozy chaos, Marvel hot takes, and classic Not Quite Nerds. 🎙️✨

🎙️ Episode 25: Back to Normal – Marvel Madness, Trek, Who & a New Pick 🎙️ Normality has (mostly) returned to the Nerdverse! 😌   This week, we check back in on Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness, with thoughts on The Punisher, Runaways, and confirmation that Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. is still very much ongoing. 🦸‍♀️🔥   We also spend time in familiar territory with Star Trek and Doctor Who, because some traditions should never be broken. 🖖🛸 And to round things out, we’ve got a brand-new Staff Pick to add to your watchlist. 📺✨   Comforting, nerdy, and just the right amount of chaotic, Episode 25 is classic Not Quite Nerds.

🎙️ Episode 24: Stranger Things, Split Opinions & A Mysterious Extra 👾⚡ The Nerds look back at the final episodes of Stranger Things and things get… tense. 😬 There’s dissent in the ranks, strong opinions are thrown around, and for once, the Nerdverse isn’t in total agreement. Can the rift be healed? Is it actually okay to have different takes on a beloved show? (Spoiler: probably… but emotions are high.) And perhaps most importantly, who is that random person in the background? 👀 It’s passionate, chaotic, and very Not Quite Nerds.

🎙️ Episode 23: Looking Ahead to 2026 – Hype, Hope & Healthy Skepticism 🚀 Mallory is back, and the Nerds are officially looking forward! This week, we talk about what we’re most excited for in 2026  and what we’re a little… less excited about. 👀 From Marvel and DC to the future of Star Trek, we break down the projects that have us buzzing, the ones we’re cautiously watching, and the franchises that always get us talking. It’s optimism, skepticism, and classic Not Quite Nerds chaos as we set our sights on the year ahead. 🎬✨

🎆🎙️ Episode 22: Home Alone, Avengers Teasers & Blockbuster Memories 🎙️🎆 With Mallory away, Luch and Matt are left home alone to ring in the New Year — and things get delightfully nostalgic. The duo break down their thoughts on the first teaser for Avengers: Doomsday 👀💥: what it hints at, what it hides, and what has us cautiously excited. Then it’s a trip back in time as they reflect on their mischievous days at Blockbuster 📼, from late fees to late nights and all the questionable decisions in between. It’s part hype, part nostalgia, and part chaos, the perfect way to welcome the year ahead.

🎄🎙️ Staff Picks & 2025 Reflections 🎙️🎄 It’s Christmas Day and the final episode of 2025, so we’re closing out the year the only way we know how by looking back at every Staff Pick we’ve made this year. 📚🎬 What surprised us? What stuck with us? And which picks are we still thinking about long after the credits rolled? It’s a cozy, nostalgic wrap-up filled with nerdy reflections, festive vibes, and a whole lot of love for the things that brought us joy this year. Thank you for spending 2025 with us in the Nerdverse — and we’ll see you in the new year. 🎅✨

🎄🎙️ This Week in the Nerdverse: Christmas Chaos & Nerdy Reflections 🎙️🎄 This week, we’re getting into the holiday spirit with some Christmas movie recommendations to see you through the festive season; whether you’re after comfort, chaos, or pure nostalgia. 🍿✨ We also take a moment to reflect on 2025, before things get delightfully silly with: 🎁 Marvel Secret Santa — who’s gifting thoughtfully and who’s absolutely phoning it in? 🪨 WB Coal — which franchises are firmly on the naughty list? 🛸 Doctor Who at Christmas — which episodes should be top of your festive watchlist?   It’s cozy, chaotic, and full of nerdy cheer the perfect Festive episode.

🎙️ Episode 19: Marvel Madness Returns, Warner Bros Chaos & Tangents Galore ⚡🦸‍♂️🎬 The trio is BACK. Luch, Mal, and Matt reunited for another round of nerdy chaos! This week in Mallory’s Marvel Madness, we dive into: 🕷️ Venom – Did it bite or delight? ⚡ Thor: Ragnarok – A cinematic glow-up for the God of Thunder 👑 Inhumans – Yes… we watched it. Yes… we have thoughts. Many thoughts. But the madness doesn’t stop there! We unpack the Warner Bros sale and what it could mean for DC’s future (spoiler: probably nothing good). And because it wouldn’t be a Not Quite Nerds episode without tangents, we veer gloriously into: 🔥 SAS: Rogue Heroes 🔱 Percy Jackson 🔫 Lethal Weapon It’s chaotic. It’s nerdy. It’s the trio back at full power.

In this week’s episode, we dive deep into Stranger Things Season 5 (Part 1) unpacking every tense moment, emotional punch, and upside-down twist so far. And because it wouldn’t be Not Quite Nerds without it… we go all-in on our wildest theories about where the season might head next. Some make sense. Some are unhinged. All are very us. Grab your Eggos, it’s theory time.   #StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #Podcast #NotQuiteNerds #GeekCulture #FanTheories

🎙️ Episode 17: Marvel Madness Levels Up & Stranger Things Deep Dive 🕷️⚔️⚡ Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness is finally hitting the good stuff and this week she’s diving into Deadpool and Spider-Man: Homecoming! Did she love them? Did she yell at them? Did she cry? (…probably.) Then we switch gears and go full nerd mode with a deep dive into Stranger Things so far, the characters, the twists, the heartbreak, and the theories we wish would happen. 🧇🩸👾 It’s chaotic, nostalgic, and very Not Quite Nerds.

🎙️ Episode 16: Marvel Madness, Musical Alternatives & A Touch of Who 🎶🦸‍♀️ With Luch out of action, Matt and Mallory hold down the fort as we dive back into Mallory’s Marvel Madness progress, which heroes impressed, which didn’t, and who made her yell at the screen this week. 👀🔥 But that’s not all! With Wicked: For Good dominating the weekend, our Nerds throw out alternative musical recommendations for anyone looking to avoid the green glitter tornado, from cult classics to underrated gems. 🎭✨ And because it wouldn’t be an episode without it… Yes, Doctor Who gets a mention, and yes, the tangents fly as gloriously as ever. 🚀💙 It’s chaotic, nerdy, and totally us. #Marvel #Musicals #Wicked #DoctorWho #NotQuiteNerds #Podcast #GeekCulture

This week in the Nerdverse, we check back in on Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness and find out what she really thinks about The Defenders - does the team-up deliver or fall flat? 👊😅 Then it’s time for our brand-new game: “Did Mallory Cry?” 😭🎬 (Place your bets now, the odds may surprise you.) We wrap things up with some Staff Picks you won’t want to miss, from comics to comfort watches and everything in between. It’s laughter, opinions, and a little emotional chaos, classic Not Quite Nerds! 🎧✨ #Marvel #TheDefenders #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #Podcast #PopCulture #MCU

🗽 Episode 14: Mallory Takes Manhattan (Comic Con Edition!) 🎉 This week, the Nerdverse goes full con mode as Mallory takes us through her adventures at New York Comic Con! 🎟️✨ From epic panels and celebrity encounters to the best cosplay, chaotic crowds, and unforgettable moments, she’s spilling all the geeky details straight from the heart of NYCC. 🤩💥 Matt and Luch live vicariously through her tales (and maybe get a little jealous 👀). It’s all fandom, fun, and a few convention confessions in Episode 14 of Not Quite Nerds! 🎙️ #NYCC #ComicCon #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #PopCulturePodcast #NerdLife

🎃 Episode 13: Spooky Streams, Marvel Madness & Tangent Terror 👻 It’s Halloween in the Nerdverse! 🕸️🎙️ This week, the gang helps Luch get into the spooky spirit by picking out the perfect Halloween TV shows to binge, from eerie classics to modern chill-fests. 📺🧛‍♀️ Of course, Mallory continues her Marvel-ous Madness journey 🦸‍♀️, and we take our traditional detour (or three) into chaotic tangent territory. It’s all tricks, treats, and nerdy chatter in Episode 13! 🍬✨ #Halloween #SpookySeason #Marvel #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #PopCulturePodcast

Mallory’s back on her Marvel-ous Madness mission, and this week, she checks off eight more titles from her ever-growing watchlist! 🦸‍♀️🎬 But things get spicy when she drops a controversial take on Blade 🧛‍♂️😱 will Matt and Luch agree, or will chaos ensue? (Spoiler: it’s us, so chaos definitely ensues.) Of course, we also wander into a few tangents along the way, because what’s a Not Quite Nerds episode without a little off-track adventure? 🎙️✨ #Marvel #Blade #MCU #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #Podcast #PopCulture

🛸 Episode 11: Doctor Who 101 – Mal’s Top 10 for New Whovians 💙 With Luch still away, Matt takes the opportunity to dive deep into the Doctor Who universe with Mal, and she’s had no time to prepare! From timey-wimey classics to emotional gut punches, Mal shares her Top 10 episodes to introduce new fans to Doctor Who, and explains why each one deserves a spot on your watchlist. 👩‍🚀⏳ It’s a love letter to the TARDIS, packed with laughter, nostalgia, and just enough chaos to make the Doctor proud. 🎙️✨ #DoctorWho #Whovians #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #Podcast

🎙️ Episode 10: Con Plans, Artist Tips & A Bit of Who 🎙️ With Luch away, Matt and Mal take the helm for a slightly more chaotic adventure through the Nerdverse! 🗽 Mallory runs through the panels she’s booked for New York Comic Con, and Matt shares his pro tips for surviving Artist Alley like a true con veteran. 🎨✨ And because it’s us, there’s also a little detour into Doctor Who talk, because when isn’t there? 🛸💙 It’s a chill, geeky pre-con chat filled with excitement, tangents, and plenty of laughs. #NYCC #ComicCon #DoctorWho #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds

🔥 Episode 9: Street Heroes, Star Wars What-Ifs & Sci-Fi Deep Cuts 🔥 This week in the Nerdverse: 👊 We throw down with Daredevil Season 2 — did it live up to the hype? 🛡️ We head to Harlem with Luke Cage Season 1 and talk about what made it stand out in Marvel’s Netflix era. 🌌 We explore the Star Wars “What Ifs” we’d love to see — because let’s face it, the galaxy far, far away has endless possibilities. 📺 And for the Staff Pick, Mallory takes us back to the late 2000s with a sci-fi series you might have missed but should definitely revisit. It’s Marvel grit, Jedi dreams, and a healthy dose of chaos — all in Episode 9 of Not Quite Nerds! 🎙️ #Daredevil #LukeCage #StarWars #SciFi #NotQuiteNerds #GeekCulture

🦇 Episode 8: Best Batman, Big Sales & Bigger Tangents 🦇 Who really is the best Batman? 🤔 From Keaton to Pattinson, we put on the cowl and dive into one of nerd culture’s most heated debates. We also break down the latest buzz around a potential Warner Bros. sale 🏢💸 , and what it could mean for the future of our favourite franchises. For this week’s Staff Pick, Matt pitches a comic you need to add to your list. 📚✨ Oh, and yes… the tangents are strong in this one. It’s chaotic, it’s nerdy, and it’s everything you love about the Nerdverse. 🎙️ #Batman #WarnerBros #Comics #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds

This week the Nerds ask: Why is horror so deeply linked with nerd culture? From classic monsters to modern slashers, we dive into the spooky side of fandom. 🧛‍♂️👻 Mallory also serves up her latest Marvel Madness update 🦸‍♀️ with plenty of hot takes along the way. And, true to form, we wander down some massive tangents (because what’s the Nerdverse without a little chaos?). It’s creepy, it’s geeky, and it’s hilariously off-track, welcome to Episode 7. 🎙️✨ #Horror #Marvel #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #PopCulturePodcast

🎙️ Episode 6: Private Eyes, Puppet Capes & Super Chaos 🎙️ This week in the Nerdverse, things get a little wild… 🕵️‍♀️ Jessica Jones – We dig into Season 1 of Marvel’s gritty PI thriller, exploring what makes it one of the darkest and most compelling stories in the MCU’s corner of Netflix. 🧸 Superhero Muppet Swap – Which comic book movie would be infinitely better if all but one character were replaced by Muppets? (Yes, this conversation goes exactly where you think it does.) 💥 The Boys Universe – From Vought to supes, we break down what makes this satirical, brutal take on superheroes so irresistible, and what might be next for the ever-expanding Boys-verse. It’s noir detectives, chaotic puppet pitches, and unhinged superhumans — all in one packed episode of Not Quite Nerds. #JessicaJones #TheBoys #Marvel #Muppets #GeekCulture #NerdversePodcast

🔥 Episode 5: Daredevil, Comic Con & One Piece 🔥 Our Nerds dive headfirst into the gritty streets of Marvel’s Daredevil Season 1 🕶️, and spoiler alert: Mal finally discovers just how good it really is! 👊 We also break down the biggest reveals and panels that caught our attention at New York Comic Con 2023 🎤✨, plus circle back to One Piece 🏴‍☠️ after Matt’s passionate recommendation in Episode 2. From Hell’s Kitchen to the Grand Line, this episode is packed with superheroes, pirates, and everything in between. 🎙️ #Daredevil #Marvel #OnePiece #NYCC #ComicCon2023 #NotQuiteNerds #GeekCulture #NerdPodcast #PopCulture #MCU

Seventeen years later… is Ben Affleck’s Daredevil actually better than we remember? 👀 We revisit the red suit, the rooftop brooding, and decide if time has been kind. Of course, we can’t forget I Am Groot 🌱 (adorable, always) and Elektra (…still not good, sorry Elektra 😬). Plus, we take a look at the many performers who’ve pulled off the ultimate comic book flex: appearing in multiple universes from DC to Marvel and beyond. 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️ It’s a mix of nostalgia, guilty pleasures, and geeky trivia only the Nerdverse can deliver. 🎙️✨

This week, we blast off into the cosmos with a double feature: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1 & 2! 🎶🪐 From killer soundtracks to found-family feels, we break down what makes the Guardians stand out in the Marvel galaxy. But that’s not all, we’re talking Star Trek LEGO (yes, it’s a coming 🖖🧱), plus Mal’s Staff Pick: an American’s bold pitch for one of the UK’s greatest sci-fi shows. 🇬🇧✨ It’s space adventures, nerdy nostalgia, and a few questionable dance-offs, all in one episode of the Nerdverse. 🎙️

This week, we swing headfirst into The Amazing Spider-Man and ask the big question: Are superhero movies losing their spark? We share our hopes (and mild fears) for a Buffy revival, and Matt makes his case for why every Nerdverse citizen needs to watch one of the most beloved anime series of the past 30 years. Spoiler: he brought charts. From capes to stakes to overpowered protagonists,  it’s all here in another unapologetically nerdy deep dive. 🎙️✨

Seventeen years in the making, a friendship born from a shared love of geekdom. From late-night debates to midnight releases, our bond has only grown deeper. Now, each week, we dive into the swirling cosmos of pop culture, unpacking the latest in film, TV, games, and the many nuances that make up our corner of the Nerdverse. Welcome to your new favourite ritual.