Nerd Best Friends

Roll initiative, Nerd Herd… because this week we’re throwing hands. From perfectly choreographed sword duels to bone-crunching fistfights, from gravity-defying kung fu to glow-stick-of-destiny showdowns, your Nerd Best Friends are counting down our Top 5 Pop Culture Fight Scenes of all time.What makes a fight scene legendary?Is it the emotional stakes?The choreography?The slow-mo spin kick?The one-liner right before the final blow?We’re breaking down the battles that made us jump off the couch, rewind the VHS (yes, we’re that nerdy), and immediately attempt a dramatic pose in the living room.Whether you love epic sword clashes, martial arts masterpieces, street-level brawls, or cinematic showdowns that changed pop culture forever — this episode is your arena.Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.Join the Nerd Herd.Bonus nerdy chaos available on Patreon.

Your Nerd Best Friends are cracking open the vault and looking ahead at all the gloriously nerdy chaos coming our way.In this episode, Analese and Rob pull back the curtain on what’s next for the pod, what they’re obsessing over, what might be making a comeback, and the nerdy rabbit holes they’re about to dive headfirst into. From horror hype to tech toys, from nostalgic rewatches to brand-new obsessions, the Nerd Herd is getting a preview of the adventures ahead.Will there be sci-fi? Probably.Deep dives? Absolutely.Unhinged theories? You know it.If you’ve ever wondered what fuels the Nerd Best Friends content machine… this is your sneak peek.And trust us — you’re going to want to be here for what’s coming next.Listen wherever you get your podcasts.Follow/Subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming.Want bonus nerdiness? Join the Patreon and level up your Nerd Herd membership.Strap in, friends. The next chapter of nerdy goodness starts now.

Nerd Travels is back, and this time we’re unpacking suitcases, friendships, and ALL the nerd joy from Girls’ Just Wanna Weekend 7!In Episode 92 of Nerd Best Friends, Analese and Rob hit the road for another installment of Nerd Travels, sharing highlights, heartfelt moments, and behind-the-scenes stories from Girls’ Just Wanna Weekend 7—the music-filled, community-driven getaway that’s equal parts vacation, fandom, and found family.From unforgettable performances and magical moments to the small experiences that make events like this so special, we talk about what makes GJWW more than just a trip—it’s a vibe. We reflect on connection, nerd joy, and why traveling forcommunity hits differently than traveling to a destination.Whether you were there, wish you were there, or just love hearing about nerds living their best lives, this episode is for you. Listen now wherever you get your podcastsJoin the conversation and tell us: what’s your ultimate nerd travel dream?Like what you hear? Subscribe, rate, and share with a fellow Nerd Best Friend—because nerd joy is better when it’s shared.Bonus content for the Nerd Herd on Patreon!

Hello nerds! This week we are taking a break from our typical episodes and promoting our amazing guest spot on The Geek Speak Show! Your nerd best friends joined the show for an Issues of the Day episode, and got to nerd out with some fellow geeks.Check out and go follow The Geek Speak Show we will be back next week with Nerd Travels: Girls Just Wanna Weekend 7.

Hard-boiled noir. Superhero trauma. One of Marvel’s most complex antiheroes.Your Nerd Best Friends are tackling Jessica Jones and asking the ultimate nerd question: Should you read the comics first… or watch the show first? Either way, this one has swears & butts!Noir vibes vs. prestige TVComic canon vs. on-screen storytellingTrauma, agency, and why Jessica Jones still mattersWhether you’re brand new to Jessica Jones or revisiting her story with fresh eyes, this episode will help you decide where to start—and why there’s no wrong answer… just different kinds of brilliant.Also in this episode: murder mystery puzzles, gamer profiles, Space Weirdos, Final Girl 3, Army Painter metallic speed paints, winter is hobby winter. Listen now wherever you get your podcastsFollow Nerd Best Friends and join the Nerd Herd on Pateron

This week, your Nerd Best Friends take a VERY bold trip back to Oz… and wow, was it darker than we expected. For Analese and Rob, this was a first-time watch of Return to Oz, and let’s just say—no one was prepared for wheelers, electroshock therapy vibes, or an alarming number of interchangeable heads. Meanwhile, Dr. Intern Joan revisits a childhood favorite and helps us unpack why this deeply unsettling sequel left such a lasting impression on a whole generation of nerds.Is it a misunderstood masterpiece? A nightmare masquerading as a kids’ movie? Or the ultimate example of 80s films saying, “Sure, kids can handle this”? We break down the visuals, the themes, the lore, and the emotional damage—plus why this movie still lives rent-free in so many brains decades later.Strap in, grab your ruby slippers (or chicken), and join us for a delightfully dark Nerdstalgia dive.New episode out now—listen wherever you get your podcasts and don’t forget to follow, rate, and share with a fellow nerd who definitely remembers those Wheelers.Bonus content on Patreon!