Nerdmudgeon
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
Four middle-aged college buddies (Jeff, Dave, Steve and John), review all the Marvel movies – in chronological order – as a way of going back and re-evaluating the entire project that is the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Episodes
- I Am The Law!
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff and John, with guest John Nocher, compare the Sylvester Stallone and Karl Urban movie adaptations of the comic book character Judge Dredd.
- Guilty Pleasures: Starship Troopers
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Dave, Steve, and John conclude their Guilty Pleasures series by discussing Paul Verhoeven's Starship Troopers. They cover the film's gore, bug violence, Nazi allusions, and shower scene.
- Guilty Pleasures: The Time Traveler's Wife
Jeff, Dave, Steve, and John discuss the book and story of The Time Traveler's Wife. The conversation explores the personal reasons why one of the hosts enjoys this particular time travel narrative.
- Wonder Man
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Dave, Steve, and John review the new Disney+ show Wonder Man. They discuss whether the C-list comic character's series is a success or a disappointment.
- Guilty Pleasures: Four Weddings and a Funeral
Nerdmudgeon discusses the romantic comedy "Four Weddings and a Funeral," exploring host John's aversion to the genre and Jeff's reasoning for selecting it as a guilty pleasure.
- Guilty Pleasures: Pacific Rim
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Dave, Steve, and John begin a series on "guilty pleasure" movies with a discussion of Guillermo del Toro's Pacific Rim.
- Fantastic Four: First Steps
John, Steve, and Jeff discuss the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe entry, Fantastic Four: First Steps, while considering the franchise's history and the potential for a Mole Man film. The hosts also explore themes regarding the role of chi…
- Superman
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Steve, and John review James Gunn's new Superman movie for the DCU. The discussion includes varying audience reactions and a superhero guessing game.
- MCU Phase 5 Wrap Up
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Steve, and John review the movies and TV shows from Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, discussing what worked well and what did not.
- Jane Austen: Persuasion
This episode of Nerdmudgeon features a discussion on Jane Austen's novel Persuasion with hosts Jeff, John, and Angela.
- Jane Austen: Emma
Hosts Jeff and John, with guest Angela, discuss Jane Austen's novel "Emma" in this episode of Nerdmudgeon.
- Thunderbolts*
Nerdmudgeon hosts Dave, Steve, Nocher, and John review the MCU film Thunderbolts*. The discussion covers the movie's themes of conflict resolution through love and its action sequences.
- Daredevil: Born Again S1
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Steve, Nocher, and John discuss the MCU debut of Matt Murdock in Daredevil: Born Again S1.
- Captain America: Brave New World
Jeff, Steve, John, and guest host Mr. Nocher discuss the film Captain America: Brave New World, the fourth entry in the Captain America franchise and the first to feature a new character holding the shield.
- Cheesy 80s Movies: Conan the Barbarian
The Nerdmudgeon podcast discusses the movie Conan the Barbarian, featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger, with guest host John Nocher. This episode is part of their "Cheesy 80's Movies" series.
- What If...? S3
Jeff, Steve, and John discuss Marvel's What If...? Season 3. The hosts also share their thoughts on Agatha All Along and summer comic book movie releases.
- Jane Austen: Sense & Sensibility
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Angela, and John discuss Jane Austen's Sense & Sensibility. The conversation includes references to Aristotle, Tom Bombadil, and Bill Belichick.
- Jane Austen: Pride & Prejudice
Nerdmudgeon dedicates an episode to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, exploring the novel and its Regency-era setting. Hosts Jeff and John are joined by guest host Angela.
- Cheesy 80s Movies: Swamp Thing
John and Jeff discuss the 1982 film "Swamp Thing," directed by Wes Craven, as part of the "Cheesy 80's Movies" series.
- Star Trek: Picard
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff and John revisit Star Trek: Picard, indulging in nostalgia for Star Trek: The Next Generation 35 years later.
- Cheesy 80s Movies: Beastmaster
John, Steve, and Jeff from Nerdmudgeon discuss the 1982 movie "Beastmaster" as part of their Cheesy 80s Movies series. The episode touches on the film's plot elements and Marc Singer's appearance.
- Cheesy 80s Movies: Krull
The Nerdmudgeon hosts John and Jeff discuss the 1983 film Krull, noting its blend of love, a weapon called the death frisbee, and Liam Neeson's character's axe as plot elements.
- Cheesy 80s Movies: Dragonslayer
This episode of Nerdmudgeon discusses the 1981 film "Dragonslayer," examining its special effects and its context within fantasy films of the late Seventies and early Eighties.
- Deadpool & Wolverine
The Nerdmudgeon podcast returns to discuss the MCU film Deadpool & Wolverine. The hosts share their opinions on the movie, covering differing viewpoints and viewer status.
- Nerdmudgeon Goes to the Olympics!
Steve shares his experiences attending the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with hosts John and Jeff. They discuss what it is like to be at the international sporting event in Paris.
- Music of the Movies!
Steve and John from Nerdmudgeon discuss their favorite movie soundtracks, covering genres from MCU to sci-fi. The episode features Top Five Lists with Honorable Mentions.
- Under Paris
In this episode of Nerdmudgeon, John and Steve review the French film Under Paris, a schlocky action horror movie about sharks lurking in the River Seine.
- Fallout
Nerdmudgeon hosts John, Jeff, and Dave discuss the Amazon Prime series "Fallout." John shares his initial impressions after watching only the first episode, as Jeff and Dave offer guidance on whether he should continue the series.
- The Bear
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Steve, and John discuss the FX show "The Bear." The conversation centers on the series' exploration of food, swearing, and stress, differentiating it from common "nerd" topics like capes and aliens.
- Unfrosted
Jeff, John, Dave, and Steve review the Netflix movie Unfrosted. The episode also includes a discussion about Pop-Tarts and a trivia segment on breakfast cereals.
- Echo: Season 1
A podcast discussion of the Marvel Cinematic Universe series Echo, covering the show's setting and narrative arc from New York City to Oklahoma.
- The Marvels
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Steve, and John discuss the movie The Marvels, featuring Captain Marvel, Monica Rambeau, and Kamala Khan. They also react to Fantastic Four casting news and discuss Oppenheimer.
- The Top 15 Most Legendary Creators in Comic Book History
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Steve, and John review a list of legendary comic creators, discussing what the list got right and wrong, and sharing their personal Top 5 lists.
- What If...? Season 2
The hosts of Nerdmudgeon, John, Jeff, and Steve, discuss the second season of Marvel's What If...?. They cover the Multiverse and the questions posed by The Watcher, with a mention of The Flash and the Super Bowl.
- What's Steve Watching?
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Dave, and John share current entertainment recommendations, including non-superhero shows and books, following Steve
- Loki: Season 2
Nerdmudgeon reviews Loki season 2, discussing the Time Variance Authority. The hosts also share their thoughts on the MCU Netflix shows, The Defenders Saga.
- Board Games!
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Dave, and John return to discuss board games, a topic they are passionate about.
- Secret Invasion: Season 1
Nerdmudgeon hosts John and Steve review the Disney+ MCU series Secret Invasion. They discuss the change in the Skrulls' depiction from peace-loving to aggressive, potentially leading to a war with Earth.
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
Nerdmudgeon hosts Dave, Steve, and John discuss "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," noting its status as a good superhero movie and mentioning other Spider-People. A short segment on "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" is also inc…
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Nerdmudgeon reviews Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, examining the characters like Quill, Rocket, and Nebula, and questioning the audience's familiarity with the crew.
- Ant-Man & the Wasp: Quantumania
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Dave, Steve, and John discuss the movie Ant-Man & the Wasp: Quantumania. They compare the character Kang the Conqueror to Dr. Teeth.
- Andor & Disney Star Wars
The Nerdmudgeon podcast discusses the Star Wars series Andor. The episode includes a round of Star Wars trivia.
- MCU Phase 4 Wrap Up
Nerdmudgeon hosts discuss the entirety of MCU Phase 4, covering all associated films and television series.
- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Nerdmudgeon hosts discuss Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, the final MCU Phase 4 movie. The episode covers discussions from around the world and under the sea, and includes a segment on the French World Cup from Paris.
- She-Hulk: Season 1
Dave, Steve, and John from Nerdmudgeon discuss the first season of the Disney Plus MCU show, She-Hulk.
- What's Jeff Watching?
The Nerdmudgeon podcast takes a break from superhero topics to discuss other favorite shows available on streaming. Hosts offer recommendations covering genres like nerd, murder, and 80s nostalgia.
- Thor: Love and Thunder
Jeff, Dave, Steve, and John of Nerdmudgeon analyze Thor: Love and Thunder, discussing the movie's content and exploring the idea of excess.
- Ms. Marvel: Season 1
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Dave, Steve, and John discuss the introduction of the MCU's newest character, Ms. Marvel, in Season 1.
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Nerdmudgeon hosts Jeff, Dave, Steve, and John discuss Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, analyzing its characters, cameos, and fan service.
- Moon Knight: Season 1
John and Steve Leonard discuss the first season of the Disney+ series Moon Knight, with detours into baseball and notable French actors.