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A Crisis in DC Studios | CHAPTER 299

Nov 11, 2026 1 hr 9 min

Is DC Studios facing another crisis? James Gunn, Peter Safran, and the future of the DC Universe (DCU) take center stage as Distance NERDing tackles the latest DC Studios shake-up, Marvel rumors, Wolverine casting, and Hollywood's biggest pop culture headlines. Somebody call the Justice League, because this multiverse needs an HR department! Join Yung Phil, Jahmez 5000, and SHDU for Chapter 299 of The DOWNLOAD LIVE, where superhero news gets dissected, casting rumors get roasted, and absolutely nobody has a functioning Bat-Signal. The crew breaks down reports surrounding James Gunn's departure from DC Studios leadership, what a potential shake-up could mean for the DCU, and which characters Glen Powell could play. Over at Marvel, Jeremy Allen White enters the Wolverine casting conversation, Alpha Flight and X-Force rumors heat up, and Deadpool's possible role in Avengers: Secret Wars sparks some wild theories. Meanwhile, Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult enter the James Bond conversation, Godzilla makes box office noise, and the gang explores an animated John Wick prequel, Stranger Things' expanding universe, and Ahsoka Season 2. It's comic book chaos, movie news, fandom debates, and enough questionable jokes to make the Watchtower request a transfer. 🔥 In This Chapter 🦇 DC Studios: James Gunn, Peter Safran, DCU leadership rumors, and Glen Powell casting speculation. 🐺 Marvel: Jeremy Allen White as Wolverine, Alpha Flight, X-Force, Ghost Rider, Mephisto, and Deadpool. 🎬 Hollywood: The next James Bond, Godzilla, G.I. Joe, John Wick animation, and Blumhouse Atomic. 📺 Streaming: Stranger Things prequel news and the future of the franchise. 🌌 Star Wars: Ahsoka Season 2, Chopper, Zeb, and more Rebels connections. 🎤 Join the NERDversation! Is a DC Studios leadership change good or bad for the DCU? Who should play Wolverine? And who deserves to become the next James Bond? Drop your theories, questions, and future episode topics in the comments! Subscribe,...

That's Canadia's Ass | Chapter 298

Nov 4, 2026 1 hr 13 min

Ryan Reynolds bringing Alpha Flight to the MCU? Ryan Gosling becoming Ghost Rider in Avengers: Secret Wars? James Gunn's DCU entering the Superman Saga? This week on Distance NERDing, we're breaking down the latest Marvel rumors, DC movie news, Star Wars updates, and pop culture chaos! Yung Phil, Jenn The Fraygirl (Fray), and SHDU are back for Chapter 298, and apparently Canadia's got some superhero-sized assets! We kick things off with Ben Wang's rumored Iceman casting, Ryan Reynolds potentially developing an Alpha Flight project, and Hugh Jackman's possible role in Avengers: Secret Wars. Meanwhile, Fray takes over the Watchtower to debate the Superman Saga and a Halloween costume photo that may have accidentally revealed villains from The Batman Part II. Then we're getting groovy with Doctor Evil's rumored return in Austin Powers 4, heading back to Panem with The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, and exploring more entertainment news, including Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Reacher, and a possible Donald Glover-led PUBG adaptation. Plus, we're diving into Ryan Gosling's Star Wars: Starfighter, the future of the Skywalker saga, and enough questionable jokes to make Deadpool request a Canadian apology. It's superhero speculation, fandom debates, and the usual Distance NERDing chaos! KEY TAKEAWAYS 🍁 Marvel & X-Men: Ben Wang as Iceman, Ryan Reynolds and Alpha Flight, Ghost Rider rumors, and Wolverine in Secret Wars. 🦇 DCU News: James Gunn's Superman Saga, Man of Tomorrow, and potential Two-Face and Court of Owls clues in The Batman Part II. 🎬 Movie News: Austin Powers 4, Doctor Evil, and The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. 📺 Streaming & Gaming: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Reacher spin-off talk, and Donald Glover's reported PUBG adaptation. 🌌 Star Wars: Ryan Gosling's Starfighter, Eva Mendes rumors, and the proposed future of the Skywalker saga. JOIN THE CONVERSATION Would you watch Ryan Reynolds bring Alpha Flight into the MCU? Should Ryan Go...

The Hurricane Knows Kung-Fu | Chapter 297

Oct 28, 2026 1 hr 7 min

Keanu Reeves, Maelstrom, Marvel rumors, and DC movie talk collide in Distance NERDing Chapter 297, "The Hurricane Knows Kung-Fu." A survival-thriller discussion becomes John Wick versus a hurricane, because apparently the weather needed a fight choreographer. Yung Phil, Jahmez 5000, and SHDU unpack chatter about Charlie Cox's Daredevil future, possible Defenders reunions, and Zodiac's rumored Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. connections. Then it's X-Men casting speculation, Kitty Pryde, and Phil's very reasonable demand: give us Lockheed, you cowards. On the DC side, the crew weighs Clayface's box-office discussion and horror expectations before tackling Keanu's reported Maelstrom role and the storm-powered Matrix riff behind this chapter's title. We also dig into the Elden Ring movie's fantasy-and-horror balancing act, debate Ridley Scott's Alien direction, and ask whether The Rocketeer deserves another shot at takeoff. Along the way, expect Dungeon Crawler Carl enthusiasm, reflections on beloved performers, gaming-industry frustration, and a debate about Legendary, Lionsgate, and Hollywood consolidation. Come for the pop culture news; stay for three nerds wondering whether the hurricane can actually throw hands. Key takeaways • 03:53 — Marvel rumors: Daredevil, the Defenders, Zodiac, and X-Men casting. Lockheed remains nonnegotiable. • 19:16 — Clayface: box-office talk, horror expectations, and DC taking risks. • 24:47 — Keanu Reeves and Maelstrom; the kung-fu hurricane joke erupts at 25:49. • 26:55 — Elden Ring adaptation talk, followed by Alien and The Rocketeer debates. • 55:41 — Legendary and Lionsgate: more competition or more Hollywood consolidation? Listen: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/search/Distance%20NERDing Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1540462354 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DistanceNerding Visit: https://DistanceNERDing.com Dubby Energy — Use code NERDING10 for 10% off Proud par...

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A Crisis in DC Studios | CHAPTER 299

Nov 11, 2026 1 hr 9 min

That's Canadia's Ass | Chapter 298

Nov 4, 2026 1 hr 13 min

The Hurricane Knows Kung-Fu | Chapter 297

Oct 28, 2026 1 hr 7 min

Jenn is Unhinged | Chapter 296

Oct 21, 2026 1 hr 18 min

Marvel goes dark, Batman rumors explode, Street Fighter throws hands, and Jenn the Fraygirl chooses CHAOS! Welcome to Chapter 296 of Distance NERDing! Yung Phil, SHDU, Jenn the Fraygirl, and special guest host Frank from the Geek Freaks podcast tackle the latest Marvel, DC, Star Wars, movie, and streaming news. EPISODE SUMMARY Is Daredevil: Born Again really ending? Can Marvel's rumored Zodiac spy thriller redeem Secret Invasion? Will Peggy Carter survive the madness of Avengers: Doomsday? And why is James Gunn constantly battling DC rumors? We're breaking down Swamp Thing, Mister Miracle, The Batman Part II, a possible Batman cameo in Man of Tomorrow, the Warner Bros./Paramount-Skydance merger, and the return of RoboCop! Plus, Yung Phil defends the new Street Fighter movie, Taika Waititi's Star Wars project gets put on ice, and Netflix executive drama takes center stage. Meanwhile, Jenn questions Charlie Cox's abs, demands more from DC animation, admits to spreading a Martian Manhunter rumor, and gets so gloriously unhinged that the episode practically names itself. TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS 00:00 – Welcome to Distance NERDing! 04:32 – Daredevil: Born Again ending and Wonder Man's future 12:22 – Marvel's Zodiac spy thriller and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 18:55 – Peggy Carter and Avengers: Doomsday 26:02 – DC's Swamp Thing movie update 31:15 – Mister Miracle casting and animated series 34:16 – James Gunn shuts down DC rumors 38:57 – The Batman Part II and Matt Reeves 41:44 – Batman's rumored Man of Tomorrow appearance 47:17 – Warner Bros., Paramount-Skydance and the DCU 53:09 – RoboCop reboot and Paul Verhoeven 55:29 – Street Fighter movie review and box office 1:02:04 – Taika Waititi's Star Wars movie on ice 1:05:22 – Netflix leadership drama 1:13:16 – Community updates and Geek Freaks KEY TAKEAWAYS Daredevil: Born Again ending doesn't necessarily mean the end of Charlie Cox's MCU journey. Zodiac could bring grounded espionage and new characters to M...

AVATAR: WAVE OF ASS | CHAPTER 295

Oct 14, 2026 1 hr 6 min

EPISODE SUMMARY The dinosaurs are unionizing! 🦖 Jurassic World's next chapter apparently comes with pension negotiations, mandatory lunch breaks, and a T. rex demanding representation. Meanwhile, Yung Phil accidentally transforms Avatar: A Wave of Chaos into "Avatar: Wave of Ass," Jahmez 5000 knows an episode title when he hears one, and SHDU tries to steer this runaway nerd-mobile back onto the road. Join Distance NERDing for New York Comic Con 2026 news, Marvel and MCU theories, X-Men '97, Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel Zombies, the X-Files reboot, Stargate, Cyberpunk 2077, Star Trek and more! TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS 00:26 Meet the crew: Yung Phil, Jahmez 5000 & SHDU 03:44 Cody Rhodes at Marvel Studios: MCU casting speculation 08:03 Nick Fury and Avengers: Secret Wars 11:48 Marvel's Zodiac and possible S.H.I.E.L.D. connections 19:15 Marvel Zombies animated specials 22:26 X-Men '97 Season 3: Mystique, Deadpool and Rogue/Gambit 27:07 Avengers: Doomsday's darker tone and Doctor Doom theories 34:38 Ryan Coogler's The X-Files reboot 36:34 Ghost of Tsushima: Legends anime 38:09 Stargate revival and Jac Schaeffer 40:15 Greta Gerwig's Narnia: The Magician's Nephew 43:04 Avatar: Seven Havens and the next Avatar 46:34 Avatar Kuruk: A Wave of Chaos becomes "Wave of Ass" 49:42 Cyberpunk 2077 live-action movie and Keanu Reeves debate 54:28 Jurassic World: dinosaur union negotiations 🦖 58:23 Chris Hemsworth / Optimus Prime speculation 1:00:31 Star Trek: Starfleet Academy and Trek's optimistic future 1:02:59 Show updates and sign-off KEY TAKEAWAYS • Marvel's Zodiac logo sparks S.H.I.E.L.D. and Secret Wars theories. • The crew debates whether Doctor Doom needs to win in Avengers: Doomsday. • Avatar's expanding universe inspires enthusiasm and an unforgettable accidental title. • A Cyberpunk movie needs Night City atmosphere, not just familiar faces. • Star Trek works best when it gives humanity something hopeful to aspire to. • Dinosaur workers deserve a fair...

Paramount WB: The Search for More Churros | Chapter 294

Oct 7, 2026 1 hr 7 min

Yung Phil, Jahmez 5000, and SHDU are back to tackle another week of nerd news... although we're beginning to suspect SHDU doesn't actually WATCH anything. Fast & Furious? Nope. Various movies? Nope. At this point we're pretty sure he just waits for Yung Phil and Jahmez to explain pop culture to him live on the show. This week, Hollywood has apparently unlocked its final form as Paramount and Warner Bros. become one gigantic media Voltron. We break down what the Paramount Warner Bros. deal could mean for movies, streaming, DC Studios, theatrical releases, and the increasingly tiny number of corporations controlling your entertainment. Meanwhile, Avengers: Endgame climbs back onto the box-office throne, Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom raises some multiversal questions, The Batman Part II hits pause, and James Gunn and Peter Safran appear to be sticking around DC Studios. Then ONE SHOTS goes completely off the rails: Stephen Colbert's Lord of the Rings project hits trouble, Sicario 3 becomes "The Search for Churros," Fast & Furious heads to television, Arnold Schwarzenegger becomes Santa Claus, Helldivers gets delayed, Game of Thrones heads to theaters, Neagley gets another season, and KPop Demon Hunters 2 prepares for a massive theatrical run. Plus, Star Trek heads into an unfamiliar future, the Transformers/G.I. Joe crossover is officially dead, Bradley Cooper could become Duke, Steven Spielberg and Michael Bay circle Transformers again, and we ask the question Hollywood refuses to answer: Will any of these corporate mergers make the churros cheaper? Spoiler: absolutely not. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to Chapter 294 04:23 – Avengers: Endgame reclaims the box-office crown 06:50 – Is RDJ's Doctor Doom really a Tony Stark variant? 10:11 – The Batman Part II pauses production 13:29 – James Gunn & Peter Safran survive the WB shake-up 17:54 – ONE SHOTS begins 18:14 – Stephen Colbert's Lord of the Rings project paused 22:00 – Sicario 3: The Search for More...

Jen Rage Baits the Internet | Chapter 293

Sep 30, 2026 1 hr 5 min

🔥 Jen came prepared to do one thing this week: intentionally anger the internet. Unfortunately for Yung Phil and SHDU, they were sitting within the blast radius. This week on Distance NERDing, Yung Phil, Jen The Fray Girl, and SHDU dive headfirst into the latest nerd news, rumors, casting chaos, and fandom debates. Before the news even starts, Jen declares war on Masters of the Universe, forcing Phil to defend Gym-Bro Skeletor before the show completely derails. Then we're talking Sean Gunn retiring from Rocket Raccoon motion-reference work, Lady Gaga possibly joining the MCU, Vision Quest, Elle Fanning potentially becoming Mystique, the wild new Avengers: Endgame Encore ending, Chris Pine potentially voicing Batman, an R-rated Godzilla, Gremlins 3, live-action Naruto, more Reacher, a darker Mary Poppins, Dan Trachtenberg tackling Sleeping Beauty and, finally, the question guaranteed to summon the fandom pitchforks: Do we actually need MORE Skywalkers? Jen has thoughts. Phil has counter-thoughts. SHDU would just like an Old Republic trilogy. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS 00:00 – Welcome to Distance NERDing 03:13 – Jen immediately rage-baits Phil over Masters of the Universe 06:28 – Sean Gunn retires from Rocket Raccoon motion-reference work 10:17 – Lady Gaga reportedly joining the MCU 14:32 – Vision Quest: Human Torch, Ultron & Jocasta theories 18:46 – Elle Fanning rumored for Mystique 24:45 – Avengers: Endgame Encore gets a new ending & Doomsday connections 29:42 – Dynamic Duo: Chris Pine as Batman? 36:35 – ONE SHOTS! 37:00 – Godzilla goes R-rated 38:27 – Gremlins 3 and the existential problem with "after midnight" 40:31 – Live-action Naruto goes back to the beginning 43:56 – Reacher already renewed for Season 6 47:46 – A darker live-action Mary Poppins series? 50:05 – Dan Trachtenberg's darker Snow White-inspired project 53:05 – Somehow… the Skywalkers returned 56:00 – Jen chooses violence and DEFENDS more Skywalker stories 59:46 – SHDU demands an...

Beam Me Up, Alfred | Chapter 292

Sep 23, 2026 52 min

Beam us up, Alfred! 🖖🦇 Yung Phil, Jahmez 5000, and SHDU are back to break down another week of Marvel, DC, horror, Star Wars, and general nerd chaos. Unfortunately, before we can discuss movies, we once again have to establish whether SHDU has actually SEEN any movies. World War Z? Nope. Live-action Aladdin? Nope. At this rate, his Letterboxd account is just going to be a blank page with Project Hail Mary sitting in the middle. This week we debate the future of Daredevil: Born Again, speculate about Marvel's new X-Men casting, investigate a Funko Pop leak potentially spoiling Avengers: Doomsday, and ask the question nobody expected: Chris Pine as Batman?! Then the zombies rise as World War Z 2 crawls back to life, Zack Snyder potentially returns to 300, Disney reportedly dusts off Aladdin 2, and Yung Phil explains why the new Resident Evil movie feels like watching someone actually play a Resident Evil game. Finally, we venture into a galaxy far, far away to discuss the rumored Simon Kinberg Star Wars trilogy and accidentally create our next show: SHDU Hasn't Seen. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Welcome to Chapter 292 02:53 – Tonight: Marvel, Batman, zombies, abs & more abs 03:55 – Daredevil: Born Again reportedly ending with Season 3 08:32 – Marvel's X-Men reboot casting rumors 11:17 – McKenna Grace's rumored new MCU role 14:55 – Avengers: Doomsday Funko leak & Binary 18:28 – "Beam Me Up, Alfred!" Chris Pine as Batman? 21:35 – World War Z 2 lives! 24:34 – Zack Snyder returning to the world of 300 29:03 – Disney reportedly reviving Aladdin 2 34:13 – Resident Evil reaction & box-office discussion 37:08 – Why Resident Evil feels like playing the game 43:57 – Simon Kinberg's rumored Star Wars trilogy 48:14 – SHDU HAS seen Project Hail Mary! 48:39 – Introducing our future series: "SHDU Hasn't Seen" 49:00 – Distance NERDing schedule & what's next 🤓 Key Takeaways • Daredevil ending may not necessarily mean the MCU is finished with Matt Murdock. • M...

Scooby-Doo: How to Catch a Predator | Chapter 291

Sep 16, 2026 1 hr 4 min

Zoinks! This week Yung Phil, Jenn the Fray Girl, and SHDU are back to break down another ridiculous week in nerd news... assuming Jenn doesn't swipe left on the story first. 😂 Marvel kicks things off with Vision Quest, the MCU's upcoming X-Men, Angel casting talk, Al Pacino rumors, and the possibility of The Maker appearing in Avengers: Secret Wars. Over at DC, we're talking The People vs. Gorilla Grodd, Matt Reeves expanding his Gotham universe, and theories surrounding the Court of Owls. Then the Mystery Machine crashes directly through the studio. Netflix's live-action Scooby-Doo Origins inspires perhaps our greatest terrible idea yet: Scooby-Doo: How to Catch a Predator, where Scooby solves the crimes, Shaggy translates because he's definitely seeing things, and nobody believes the detective because... he's a dog. Plus: Netflix goes to Hell with an animated Diablo series, Yung Phil nerds WAY too hard over StarCraft, Jenn continues swiping through stories like Nerd Tinder, and The Odyssey becomes an excuse to argue about Greek mythology, Homer, IMAX, and spoilers for a story that's roughly 3,000 years old. Just another completely normal Tuesday at Distance NERDing. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS 00:00 – Welcome to Chapter 291 + Jenn returns 05:00 – Vision Quest and the future of Vision 09:50 – Marvel's X-Men, Angel & Apocalypse talk 16:25 – Al Pacino joining the MCU?! 21:15 – The Maker in Avengers: Secret Wars 24:10 – The People vs. Gorilla Grodd gets wonderfully weird 30:35 – Matt Reeves expands his Batman universe 36:05 – Court of Owls theories for The Batman Part II 40:40 – Scooby-Doo Origins + a REAL Great Dane 43:45 – SCOOBY-DOO: HOW TO CATCH A PREDATOR 💀 45:20 – Netflix's animated Diablo series 47:30 – BlizzCon, Diablo, Warcraft & Yung Phil's StarCraft meltdown 53:05 – The Odyssey conquers the box office 55:00 – SHDU's Greek mythology origin story 58:40 – Spoilers for a 3,000-year-old book 59:25 – Distance NERDing schedule + what's next 1:0...

Go Go Matt Damon Rangers! | Chapter 290

Sep 9, 2026 1 hr 0 min

It's morphin' time... apparently, MATT DAMON?! ⚡ Yung Phil, Jahmez and SHDU dive headfirst into another week of pop culture chaos as Marvel rumors multiply faster than Gremlins after midnight, the DCU may have found its new Wonder Woman, Vin Diesel potentially eyes the director's chair, and Matt Damon shows up looking suspiciously ready to yell, "IT'S MORPHIN' TIME!" We break down the future of NOVA in the MCU, the surprising end of SPIDER-NOIR, Sydney Sweeney casting rumors, possible AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY cameos and Noah Jupe potentially playing an older Franklin Richards. Over in the DCU, could Adria Arjona secretly be WONDER WOMAN? Then Matt Damon's mysterious new Daniels movie gives us major Power Rangers energy, Dave Bautista gets absolutely SHREDDED for KRATOS, Florence Pugh could enter the JAMES BOND universe as Moneypenny, and THE KANE CHRONICLES could expand Disney's Percy Jackson mythology. We also celebrate BRUCE CAMPBELL, somehow develop a business plan involving Graveyard, roadside pizza balls and a lawsuit, and debate whether THE MANDALORIAN & GROGU belonged in theaters or on Disney+. Because apparently the road to meeting Bruce Campbell begins with intellectual-property-infringing pizza. 🍕😂 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS 00:00 – Welcome to Chapter 290 04:16 – Should Marvel's NOVA be a movie or Disney+ series? 08:09 – SPIDER-NOIR canceled after one season 13:04 – Sydney Sweeney MCU casting rumors 15:44 – AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY rumors go completely feral 19:30 – Noah Jupe as Franklin Richards? 23:42 – WATCHING THE WATCHTOWER 24:15 – Adria Arjona secretly playing WONDER WOMAN? 28:22 – HEADLINES 28:59 – Could Vin Diesel direct FAST FOREVER? 31:10 – GO GO MATT DAMON RANGERS! ⚡ 34:26 – Dave Bautista getting shredded for KRATOS 37:06 – Florence Pugh as Moneypenny in the James Bond universe 40:28 – THE KANE CHRONICLES coming to Disney+ 44:26 – Bruce Campbell update and celebrating his career 45:19 – Pizza Balls, Graveyard & the world's strangest Br...

Crisis in Infinite Studios | Chapter 289

Sep 2, 2026 55 min

Episode Summary The studios are merging, the Avengers need more chairs, Tom Cruise is climbing back into a race car, RoboCop is returning, and somehow SHDU STILL hasn't read Dungeon Crawler Carl. Clearly, civilization is thriving. Yung Phil, Jahmez and SHDU dive into a packed week of nerd news, including Jeremy Renner teasing Hawkeye's return, Avengers: Doomsday reportedly adding even MORE cameos, and rumors surrounding Hulk, Scarlet Witch, Ghost Rider and Deadpool. Then we enter the Crisis in Infinite Studios as the crew debates James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU future, Paramount's potential Warner Bros. takeover, stalled DC projects, Supergirl's box office performance, and why Lanterns, Clayface and genre-driven storytelling could keep the DCU moving forward. Elsewhere, Coyote vs. Acme finally hits theaters, Tom Cruise and Anne Hathaway head toward Days of Thunder 2, Murderbot loads up Season 2, and Dan Stevens becomes RoboCop. The episode also takes a heartfelt turn as we remember the extraordinary careers and legacies of Peter Cullen and Tim Curry before debating whether Hayden Christensen really needs his own Darth Vader movie. Finally, Paramount wants to release THIRTY movies every year. Thirty. Apparently sleep is no longer part of the theatrical business model. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Welcome to Distance NERDing 03:30 – Jeremy Renner teases Hawkeye's return 05:34 – Avengers: Doomsday adds MORE cameos 08:22 – Ghost Rider, X-Men & Deadpool rumors 10:21 – Has the Doomsday plot leaked? 11:54 – Crisis in Infinite Studios: the future of DC 13:12 – Supergirl, James Gunn & DC's growing pains 16:22 – What gets audiences back into theaters? 19:18 – Coyote vs. Acme hits the box office 20:45 – Tom Cruise & Anne Hathaway in Days of Thunder 2 23:24 – Murderbot Season 2 stacks its cast 24:48 – Dan Stevens becomes RoboCop 27:17 – SHDU's required RoboCop homework 29:23 – Remembering Peter Cullen 34:16 – Remembering Tim Curry 39:34 – Hayden Chr...

The Odyssey is one helluva Car | Chapter 288

Aug 26, 2026 1 hr 33 min

Episode Summary Grab your Green Lantern ring, summon the Power Sword, and make sure the minivan has a full tank because Yung Phil and Jahmez are back for Chapter 288 of Distance NERDing! This week, Marvel rumors tease new Disney+ projects, Avengers: Doomsday, Rogue joining Secret Wars, and a massive 2028 MCU lineup. Over in the DCU, Guy Gardner's haircut becomes legitimate breaking news, Gorilla Grodd goes to court, and we dive into theories surrounding Lanterns. Then things get delightfully unhinged: Charles Melton could become Kakashi in Naruto, Kit Harington heads from Westeros to Hogwarts, Masters of the Universe finds a massive streaming audience, and Dave Bautista picks up Kratos' Leviathan Axe. We also celebrate the extraordinary legacy of Dolly Parton, ponder Matt Damon leading a movie that sounds suspiciously Power Rangers-adjacent, and discover that Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is apparently one helluva Honda. Yes, somehow this became a minivan podcast. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Welcome to Distance NERDing 04:16 – Marvel's Disney+ future 07:44 – X-Men casting & Kitty Pryde possibilities 11:15 – Doomsday: Cap & Bucky vs. Doctor Doom 14:04 – Rogue rumored for Secret Wars 18:00 – Ghost Rider & Marvel's huge 2028 23:38 – Guy Gardner's new haircut 28:32 – The People vs. Gorilla Grodd 32:05 – Lanterns theories & SPOILERS 39:26 – Charles Melton as Kakashi in Naruto 44:03 – Kit Harington heads to Hogwarts 45:45 – Extraction 3 47:42 – Masters of the Universe dominates streaming 58:18 – Dave Bautista becomes Kratos 1:04:10 – Remembering Dolly Parton 1:10:52 – Matt Damon's Power Rangers-ish superhero movie 1:15:14 – The Odyssey is one helluva van 1:20:15 – Hayao Miyazaki is STILL creating 🧠 Key Takeaways Marvel may be quietly loading Disney+ and preparing a huge mutant future. Rogue appearing before the X-Men movie could help gradually introduce the MCU's new mutant generation. The DCU is getting wonderfully weird with an in-u...

Breaking Down D23 | Chapter 287

Aug 19, 2026 1 hr 58 min

Episode Summary D23 dropped a MOUSE-SIZED MOUNTAIN of nerd news, and Yung Phil & Jahmez are breaking down the biggest announcements from Marvel, Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and the Disney Parks! Marvel's new X-Men cast is officially assembling, including Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Inde Navarrette as Rogue, Maya Boyd as Storm and Adam Driver entering the mutant universe as Nathaniel Milbury, aka Mister Sinister. Plus, we dig into Avengers: Doomsday, VisionQuest, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Namor rumors and the MCU's road toward Secret Wars. Then D23 opens the floodgates: a revamped Tomorrowland, Avengers Campus expansion, Harrison Ford joining the new Indiana Jones attraction, a massive Disney Villains Land, Kingdom Hearts IV, a Disney+ Kingdom Hearts series, Pixar's Ghost Market, Hexed, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Incredibles 3, Zootopia 3 and more. Finally, we jump to a galaxy far, far away for Star Wars: Zero Company, the Fortnite/Galaxy's Edge crossover and an Ahsoka Season 2 trailer loaded with lightsabers, Thrawn, witches, space battles and explosions. Along the way, we ask why Tomorrowland still smells like gasoline, demand a Power Rangers anime, contemplate Toy Story 17 and Frozen 31, and discover the inevitable Disney sequel: Frozen Assets. 😂 ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:23 – Welcome to Chapter 287 03:33 – Marvel News: Straight From J. Jonah 04:00 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day box office 06:57 – Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Season 2 09:54 – VisionQuest, Ultron & the original Human Torch 13:00 – Namor, Black Panther 3 & Doctor Doom theories 15:35 – Peggy Carter's possible Doomsday twist 17:00 – Avengers: Doomsday trailer & Endgame Encore 20:01 – Marvel's new X-Men cast & Adam Driver 26:41 – DC News: Watching the Watchtower 27:08 – Nathan Fillion's Guy Gardner in Mister Miracle 32:08 – Lanterns discussion 33:55 – One Shots & farewell to Hayden Panettiere ~40:00 – More rapid-fire entertainment news ~46:00 – Wh...

To me my casting rumors | Chapter 286

Aug 12, 2026 1 hr 21 min

Episode Summary To us, our casting rumors! 🧬 This week, Yung Phil and Jahmez dive headfirst into Marvel's rapidly mutating X-Men reboot casting rumors, including Daphne Keen potentially returning as X-23, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Professor X possibilities, and Marvel seemingly assembling a younger generation of mutants ahead of D23. But the rumor machine doesn't stop there. We talk Ryan Gosling's Ghost Rider, Rosamund Pike, Sacha Baron Cohen's Mephisto, Hercules potentially stealing Thor's thunder, Marvel's shrinking Disney+ strategy, Zack Snyder possibly entering the MCU, the future of Sony's Spider-Man universe, Booster Gold surviving another day, and the mysterious message hidden in Doctor Doom's SDCC jacket. Then One Shots unloads Michael Jackson sequel news, Jim Carrey's live-action Jetsons, God of War recasting, Squid Game, Spaceship Earth, and the possible return of Gargoyles before we roll a natural 20 into Star Wars. Dave Bautista may be headed to the galaxy far, far away, Hayden Christensen could bring more Clone Wars-era Anakin to Ahsoka Season 2, and Dave Filoni's rumored Heir to the Empire project might become a Disney+ limited series. Somewhere along the way we discover Latveria is apparently a cereal box, debate whether using the Force still counts as a natural 20, and learn that having cable in 2026 apparently comes with an immediate doctor's appointment. Peak journalism. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Welcome to Distance NERDing 04:24 – Ghost Rider: Rosamund Pike & Mephisto rumors 08:46 – Hercules replacing Thor as Marvel's leading god? 12:07 – Daredevil & the future of Marvel on Disney+ 16:10 – 🧬 X-Men reboot casting rumor MEGA breakdown 22:54 – Champions & Strange Academy becoming movies? 24:41 – Zack Snyder directing an MCU movie? 30:00 – Spider-Man, Sony & the multiverse 39:02 – Doctor Doom's secret SDCC message 41:45 – Booster Gold lives! Who should play him? 46:06 – Michael Jackson sequel 49:40 –...

Nerd Out at Night | Chapter 285

Aug 7, 2026 1 hr 31 min

The nerd news cycle chose violence this week! Yung Phil, Jahmez, and Graveyard dive into Marvel's changing plans, the future of Blade, Ghost Rider and the supernatural MCU, the developing X-Men roster, Spider-Man: Brand New Day's monster box office, DC's Booster Gold shake-up, Lanterns, dueling Nightmare on Elm Street projects, God of War, Avatar, Disney's live-action obsession, and the future of Star Wars. Along the way, we discover that Freddy Krueger may be responsible for Jahmez's snoring, Graveyard pitches a horrifying Mad Hatter movie, Avatar pronunciation becomes a battlefield, and the crew wonders whether Freddy simply needs to "get his groove back." Produced with precision. Powered by chaos. Approved by the Council. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Chapter 285 04:08 – Wonder Man & Marvel/Disney+ shake-ups 07:46 – Mahershala Ali exits Blade 10:02 – Ryan Gosling, Ghost Rider & Midnight Sons 15:32 – Professor X, Magneto & the Skarsgård brothers 18:33 – Emma Frost, Cyclops & Marvel's X-Men plans 25:19 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day explodes at the box office 32:25 – DC: Watching the Watchtower 32:47 – What happened to Booster Gold? 39:30 – Lanterns & the mystery of Earth's Green Lanterns 45:10 – Two Nightmare on Elm Street projects?! 51:53 – Alicia Silverstone returns to Clueless 53:51 – Amazon's animated Mad Hatter movie 58:09 – Dave Bautista and God of War 1:02:51 – Avatar expands again 1:07:15 – Disney's live-action Tangled debate 1:12:48 – Macaulay Culkin & another Home Alone? 1:16:53 – Star Wars heads beyond the Skywalker Saga 1:25:00 – Final thoughts & what we're nerding out on 🤓 Key Takeaways • Marvel's shifting TV strategy sparks a bigger debate about whether streaming or theatrical releases are the better home for superhero stories. • The crew sees huge potential in Marvel's supernatural corner with Ghost Rider, Blade, Midnight Sons, Moon Knight and Wolverine. • Building the X-Men slowly could make future stories like Dark Phoen...

John Cena fights Nukes at SDCC?! | Chapter 284

Jul 29, 2026 1 hr 50 min

San Diego Comic-Con 2026 absolutely exploded with announcements, surprise reveals, and enough trailers to overload even the most powerful geek brain... so naturally, Yung Phil and Jahmez had to unpack ALL of it. This week we're breaking down the biggest SDCC reveals including Marvel, DC, Avatar, Blade Runner, Spaceballs, Lord of the Rings, Wolverine, Lanterns, Vision Quest, Matchbox, Atari movies, and much more! Along the way we ask life's most important questions: Why does John Cena keep ending up near nuclear weapons? Who honestly asked for a Pong movie? Has Charles Dickens been trapped in an endless reboot cycle? And can Mel Brooks still out-parody Hollywood? (Spoiler: absolutely.) Whether you missed Comic-Con or just want two nerds to sort through the chaos for you, this chapter has you covered. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 - Welcome to Distance NERDing! 05:00 - SDCC One Shots begin 05:05 - Johnny Depp's Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol 07:35 - John Cena's Matchbox movie fights... nukes? 09:35 - Atari wants TEN movies (yes... even Pong) 14:50 - Avatar: Seven Havens revealed 19:15 - Dark Matter Season 2 21:25 - Blade Runner 2099 24:20 - Rings of Power Season 3 58:58 - Spaceballs steals Comic-Con 1:06:20 - Lanterns Hall H breakdown 1:12:45 - Marvel's Wolverine gameplay 1:16:10 - Avengers: Doomsday theories 1:19:15 - Spider-Man casting rumor discussion 1:21:10 - Vision Quest release date ...plus even more Marvel and SDCC surprises! 🔥 Key Takeaways • SDCC 2026 delivered one of the biggest Comic-Con weekends in years. • DC's Lanterns continues to look like HBO's next must-watch series. • Marvel's Wolverine is embracing brutal comic-accurate combat. • Vision Quest officially has a release date. • Spaceballs may have won Comic-Con without even showing a full movie. • Hollywood still refuses to stop turning literally everything into a movie. • Somehow... John Cena is once again trying to stop a nuclear disaster. 💬 Favorite Quotes "How many times does Eb...

Even Gods need health insurance | Chapter 283

Jul 22, 2026 1 hr 51 min

Episode Summary This week on Distance NERDing, Yung Phil and Jahmez dive headfirst into another packed week of geek culture with hot takes, wild speculation, and just enough chaos to make J. Jonah Jameson proud. The guys debate whether the MCU should ever reboot Tony Stark, break down the avalanche of Avengers: Doomsday news, speculate on Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and wonder if Adam Driver belongs in Marvel... or Weapon X. Elsewhere, they're cautiously optimistic about Naruto's live-action future, celebrate (and immediately rage about) Avatar: The Last Airbender's theatrical plans, mourn Ryan Hurst's unfortunate exit from God of War, and discuss everything from Far Cry and Call of Duty to Lord of the Rings, G.I. Joe, and beyond. Along the way, the night's biggest laughs include Yung Phil's growing obsession with Dungeon Crawler Carl, Paramount somehow finding a way to disappoint Avatar fans anyway, and the realization that apparently... even gods need health insurance. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 - Welcome back! Dungeon Crawler Carl hype, new merch, and what's coming this week 05:00 - Armor Wars rumors and whether Tony Stark should ever return 08:00 - Ryan Reynolds teases the future of Deadpool 11:00 - Adam Driver rumored for the MCU 14:00 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day theories and Venom speculation 20:00 - Avengers: Endgame Encore & Doomsday connections 24:00 - Russo Brothers explain handling Doomsday's massive cast 26:00 - Avengers: Doomsday poster breakdown 30:00 - DC's Batman universe continues raising questions 39:00 - Superman, DC Studios & future projects 47:00 - Modern Warfare TV series and Taylor Sheridan 01:01:00 - Live-action Naruto ages up Team 7 01:06:00 - Avatar: The Last Airbender movie drama 01:10:00 - Lord of the Rings: Hunt for Gollum begins production 01:13:00 - God of War loses its Kratos 01:17:00 - Steve Buscemi joins Far Cry 01:22:00 - G.I. Joe movie updates 01:30:00 - Final headlines, wrap-up, and more nerdy tangents...

This Episode should be treated as a rumor | Chapter 282

Jul 15, 2026 1 hr 22 min

Rumors are running wild this week, so before anyone starts treating every headline like official Marvel canon... remember: this episode should be treated as a rumor. 😆 Yung Phil and Jahmez dive into the biggest stories in geek culture, including Nova's move to the big screen, a flood of X-Men casting rumors, Adam Driver and The Rock potentially joining the MCU, new Avengers: Doomsday concept art, Green Lantern speculation, Batman casting buzz, Poison Ivy's rumored HBO series, and all the latest updates heading into San Diego Comic-Con. They also break down news from Spaceballs, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Reacher, Nightmare on Elm Street, X-Files, and more, while delivering plenty of laughs, debates, and the kind of nerdy chaos that only happens when the rumors start flying. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 Intro, welcome & Comic-Con updates 04:50 Marvel Headlines begin 05:00 Nova officially moving from Disney+ to a feature film 08:30 The Hand reportedly getting its own MCU project 10:20 X-Men casting rumors: Rogue, Millie Bobby Brown & more 14:15 Adam Driver reportedly eyed for an X-Men villain 17:50 Could The Rock become Apocalypse? 21:20 Avengers: Doomsday concept art discussion 26:00 DC Watchtower begins 26:05 Poison Ivy HBO series rumor 28:55 Lanterns rumor: Is Hal Jordan dying? 34:45 Sebastian Stan Batman villain rumors 40:35 Is Tom Brittney the next Batman? 45:20 One Shots rapid-fire news begins 46:10 Spaceballs: The New One 48:15 Avatar franchise expansion 49:50 Reacher & Neagley updates 52:00 Nightmare on Elm Street returns 55:55 X-Files reboot update ...plus More TV, movie, gaming and Comic-Con news throughout the episode! 🔑 Key Takeaways Nova is officially heading toward the MCU as a feature film. Marvel's X-Men reboot casting rumors continue to accelerate. Adam Driver, The Rock and several major actors are tied to unconfirmed MCU speculation. Avengers: Doomsday concept art has fans talking...mostly about who's not in it. DC rum...

Thor Corps and More! | Chapter 281

Jul 8, 2026 1 hr 38 min

The multiverse got weirder this week, and we're here for every glorious second of it! Yung Phil, Jahmez, SHDU, and the crew break down the latest Marvel, DC, Star Wars, animation, gaming, and comic book news while debating everything from Avengers: Doomsday LEGO spoilers to whether Avatar: The Last Airbender belongs on the big screen. We also dive into the return of Doctor Who, Ghostbusters, Firefly, Fallout, G.I. Joe, and more. Plus, the running campaign to convince everyone to read Dungeon Crawler Carl continues… and somehow SHDU still hasn't read it. At this point we're convinced Princess Donut has personally blacklisted him. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 - Welcome to Chapter 281 & what's on deck 05:00 - Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse heads to IMAX 08:00 - X-Men '97 gets a brighter future 12:00 - Sabrina Carpenter joins the X-Men rumor mill 15:00 - LEGO may have spoiled Avengers: Doomsday 19:00 - Everyone dies…? Doomsday rumors explained 23:00 - Thor Corps and Marvel multiverse discussion 31:00 - DC updates and movie news 48:00 - Avatar: The Last Airbender heads to Paramount+ 52:00 - Moana 3 officially confirmed 54:00 - Fallout Season 3 casting 56:00 - Doctor Who returns in audio form 60:00 - Ghostbusters: Night Shift expands the canon 1:05:00 - Danny McBride tackles G.I. Joe 1:10:00 - Firefly returns with a brand-new comic …plus plenty of tangents, laughs, bad impressions, and nerd debates. 🎯 Key Takeaways • Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is aiming to become one of the biggest animated IMAX experiences ever. • Marvel's X-Men future looks much more consistent with yearly releases planned. • LEGO continues to be Marvel's accidental spoiler department. • The rumored Thor Corps and Dark Avengers could reshape Avengers: Doomsday. • Avatar skipping theaters may be leaving serious money on the table. • Ghostbusters continues expanding its connected universe. • Fallout keeps adding an incredible cast. • Danny McBride might...

Infinity Vision 2: Now With More Nick Cage! | Chapter 280

Jul 1, 2026 1 hr 41 min

This week on Distance NERDing, the crew dives into a multiverse-sized stack of pop culture news featuring Marvel, DC, gaming, animation, and one glorious chaos goblin named Nicolas Cage. We break down Daredevil's new MCU suit, X-Men '97 Season 2, Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors, Wanda's possible Mutant Saga future, Margot Robbie vs. Sydney Sweeney as Emma Frost, Disney's Infinity Vision theater push, DC's huge animation slate, Halo adaptation drama, and Nic Cage joining Call of Duty. Somehow, Onyx becoming MCU canon also enters the chat. Timestamps & Topics: 00:00 - Welcome to Chapter 280 04:45 - Daredevil's new MCU suit 09:15 - X-Men '97 Season 2 trailer and Apocalypse hype 13:20 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors, Hulk, Punisher, and Sadie Sink 17:20 - Shocker returns and Onyx MCU canon? 20:40 - Scarlet Witch and the Mutant Saga 24:40 - Is Barbie a mutant? Emma Frost casting rumors 28:40 - Disney's Infinity Vision and Avengers: Endgame Encore 33:30 - Supergirl and the DCU 51:00 - Joker anime, Absolute Batman, Krypto, and DC animation news 01:01:00 - One Shots: Zendaya Bourne, Blair Witch, Young Magicians, Yellowstone 01:08:00 - Halo, Master Chief, and video game adaptations 01:24:00 - Nicolas Cage joins Call of Duty Key Takeaways: • X-Men '97 Season 2 looks ready to go full Apocalypse. • Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors are getting spicy. • Wanda could become a major Mutant Saga player. • DC is going all-in on animation with Absolute Batman and more. • Halo works best when Master Chief keeps the helmet on. • Nic Cage in Call of Duty is ridiculous, perfect, and very Nic Cage. Favorite Bits: • "Classic Coke Daredevil suit or Coke Zero Daredevil?" • "Barbie's a mutant because she has like 30 different jobs." • "Infinity Vision." Repeated until it became a lifestyle. • "One looks like Nic Cage. The other looks like John Travolta." • "Football is life. Football is magic." Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, follow, leave a 5-star re...

Do I make you sequel baby, Yeah? | Chapter 279

Jun 24, 2026 1 hr 26 min

This week on Distance NERDing, nostalgia grabbed the Infinity Gauntlet and snapped half of Hollywood into sequel mode! Yung Phil and Jahmez dive into Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors, Grey Hulk theories, X-Men casting speculation, George Lucas becoming a Minion (somehow), Austin Powers 4 finally stirring to life, Toy Story 5 smashing the box office, Lilo & Stitch 2 getting the green light, and ThunderCats making a comeback. Along the way, they debate Emma Frost casting, wonder how Skaar got invited to the Hulk family cookout, pitch Josh Gad as Snarf, and discover that George Lucas may have a deep and unexpected love of bananas. Whether you're here for Marvel rumors, movie news, comic con adventures, or just the chaos of Conformity Gate, this chapter is packed with enough nerd fuel to power a Quinjet. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 Welcome to Chapter 279 03:06 Episode Preview: Spider-Man, Grey Hulk, George Lucas & Nostalgia Overload 05:00 Marvel Special Presentations Return? 10:12 Hulkling Rumors & Young Avengers/Champions Discussion 13:09 X-Men Casting Rumors: Beast & Emma Frost 19:04 Spider-Man: Brand New Day Detective Mystery 23:00 Grey Hulk Theory & World War Hulk Speculation 25:13 Is Sadie Sink Really Jean Grey? 47:12 Austin Powers 4: Yeah, Baby! Yeah! 50:40 Toy Story 5 Breaks Franchise Records 52:37 Lilo & Stitch 2 Officially Moves Forward 57:05 ThunderCats Return to Animation 01:00:25 Netflix Cancels The Burrows After One Season 01:05:18 George Lucas Joins the Minions Universe 01:09:08 Disney & Higher Ground's New Animated Series "Journey" 01:25:39 Keep NERDing Together! 🔑 Key Takeaways Marvel fans may finally be getting Grey Hulk. Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors continue to dominate nerd discourse. Sydney Sweeney as Emma Frost remains one of the internet's hottest debates. Austin Powers 4 appears to be happening after years of speculation. Toy Story 5 proved the franchise still has serious box office power. L...

Are We Going to Nerdhalla? | Chapter 278

Jun 17, 2026 1 hr 25 min

Episode Summary Welcome back, Nerds! This week on Distance NERDing, we accidentally discover the afterlife for geeks everywhere... Nerdhalla. ⚡ From wild Spider-Man rumors and X-Men speculation to Wonder Woman's future in the DCU, Lobo's alien swear words, Fallout expanding its wasteland lore, Doctor Who's uncertain future, and whether Lord of the Rings really needs a Hunt for Gollum movie, this episode takes more twists than a multiversal timeline. Along the way, we debate whether Apocalypse was secretly the third wheel in the greatest mutant love triangle ever assembled, determine that Brainiac is basically just a very angry librarian, and wonder why every conversation somehow ends with hot sauce. Grab your helmets, charge your Green Lantern rings, and prepare your seat in Nerdhalla. This week's Download is packed with enough nerd news to make even Odin subscribe. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 - Welcome to Chapter 278 02:00 - Tank tops, tanks, and podcast chaos 07:00 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day discussion 12:00 - The birth of Nerdhalla 18:00 - X-Men speculation and mutant drama 24:00 - Yelena, Mystique, and hot sauce rankings 30:00 - Batman Part II villain theories 36:00 - Supergirl, Brainiac, and DCU future 42:00 - Lobo movie rumors and alien curse words 46:00 - Wonder Woman reboot updates 53:00 - Moana live-action news 54:00 - Jessica Cruz joins My Adventures with Superman 56:00 - Only Murders in the Building Season 6 casting 57:00 - Game of Thrones: The Sea Snake updates 1:01:00 - Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum casting news 1:05:00 - Fallout Season 3 expands the wasteland 1:11:00 - Doctor Who future and streaming speculation 1:16:00 - The Last of Us Season 3 updates 1:20:00 - Weekly schedule and closing thoughts 💡 Key Takeaways • Spider-Man speculation season is officially in full swing. • Nerdhalla may be the greatest accidental Distance NERDing creation yet. • Wonder Woman should be the heart of the DCU. • Brainiac...

Battling The AI Ick | Chapter 277

Jun 3, 2026 1 hr 39 min

AI is getting weird, horror movies are taking over Hollywood, and somehow Deadpool & Wolverine ended up on a sailboat. This week on Distance NERDing, Phil and James dive into the latest Marvel, DC, Star Wars, and movie news while trying to process the growing "AI Ick" taking over the internet. We break down Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors, Lex Luthor's new battle armor, The Mandalorian & Grogu's surprising box office competition, and why the Backrooms movie might be changing Hollywood forever. Along the way we discuss Doctor Doom coffee conspiracies, Ryan Reynolds' bizarre sailing obsession, He-Man nostalgia, Toy Story 5, Bluey tangents, and the legendary legacy of Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas. Plus: Feet Juice. We wish we could explain it. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 - Warning: Live show chaos begins 03:30 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors & Hulk showdown 07:20 - Punisher and Spider-Man team-up discussion 12:40 - The Doctor Doom coffee controversy ☕ 15:30 - Lex Luthor's new war suit revealed 21:40 - Batman Part II, Hush & Two-Face theories 27:15 - Mandalorian & Grogu slips at the box office 31:15 - Why Backrooms could change filmmaking forever 35:45 - Zack Snyder's Escape From New York reboot 37:50 - He-Man, Dolph Lundgren & Masters of the Universe 43:15 - Taylor Swift joins Toy Story 5 46:30 - Remembering Star Wars legend Marcia Lucas 53:00 - Deadpool, Wolverine & competitive sailing?! 57:30 - Star Wars Zero Company game discussion 01:20:00+ - AI, fandom, conventions & listener chat 🎯 Key Takeaways • Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors continue to heat up. • Marvel fans were not thrilled by the Doctor Doom coffee "reveal." • James Gunn's DCU continues embracing comic-accurate designs. • Backrooms proves internet-born creators can dominate theaters. • A24 keeps winning by betting on unique ideas. • Masters of the Universe is generating surprisingly positive buzz. • Marcia Lucas' impact on Star Wars cannot be overst...

A Comic Conversation Ep 56 - Firefly Crew Interview - Gem State Comic Con 26

Jun 2, 2026 43 min

Browncoats, this one's for you! We headed straight into the Verse at Gem State Comic Con 2026 to sit down with three members of Serenity's legendary crew: Sean Maher (Simon Tam), Jewel Staite (Kaylee Frye), and Adam Baldwin (Jayne Cobb)! From behind-the-scenes stories and hilarious set memories to stolen props, mysterious hotel strawberries, Jayne's famous hat, and why Firefly still inspires one of the most passionate fandoms in science fiction, this conversation is packed tighter than a smuggling compartment on Persephone. Along the way we learn that Adam Baldwin collected enough props to start his own Firefly museum, Sean Maher was apparently the only adult in the room, and Jewel Staite may have accidentally taught an entire audience that stealing props is part of an actor's compensation package. Whether you're a lifelong Browncoat or discovering Firefly for the first time, you'll find plenty of laughs, nostalgia, and stories from aboard Serenity. You can't take the sky from us. Timestamps 00:00 - Intro: Welcome to the Verse 01:34 - Introducing Sean Maher, Jewel Staite & Adam Baldwin 04:24 - Creepy dolls, Boise adventures & convention chaos 05:52 - Creating Jayne, Simon & Kaylee 07:30 - Adam Baldwin's secret to stealing scenes 08:35 - Strawberries, cheeseburgers & Kaylee's legacy 12:10 - Sean Maher on becoming Simon Tam 14:13 - Jayne's dating profile and Firefly rumors 17:24 - The origin of the legendary Jayne hat 20:35 - Kaylee's relationship with Serenity 22:32 - Space medical jargon and learning Chinese dialogue 25:11 - Alan Tudyk stories and Serenity memories 26:56 - Which Firefly props the cast stole 29:36 - Audience Q&A 31:00 - Favorite Firefly episodes 33:22 - Favorite quotes and memorable lines 37:39 - Casting a future Shepherd Book 39:37 - Tacos, Xenomorphs & rapid-fire questions 41:26 - Social media, future projects & final thoughts Key Takeaways • Firefly's cast knew the chemistry was special long be...

Fandom Got us in our Feels | Chapter 276

May 27, 2026 1 hr 43 min

Marvel tears. DC hype. Anime Scooby-Doo. Jesus on an 80s revenge tour. Yep… this episode went completely off the rails in the most Distance NERDing way possible. 🤘 Phil and Jahmez dive deep into the emotional future of the MCU with Yelena and Steve Rogers potentially grieving Natasha together in Avengers: Doomsday, speculate wildly about Spider-Man: Brand New Day introducing mutants, and debate whether Sebastian Stan secretly belongs in Gotham instead of Marvel. Meanwhile DC fans feast on fresh Supergirl footage, anime officially invades Scooby-Doo, and somehow Mel Gibson's Resurrection of the Christ turned into an imaginary Arnold Schwarzenegger action movie. There are tacos, super chats, Baywatch dads, and enough fandom chaos to power a Comic-Con panel for three straight days. ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Intro & welcome to Chapter 276 03:24 – Beaver State Comic Con hype & celebrity guests 04:56 – Tatiana Maslany returning as She-Hulk? 10:23 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors & mutants incoming 12:20 – Yelena and Steve Rogers emotional Doomsday scene 14:35 – Major Marvel Comics leadership shakeup 20:59 – New Supergirl footage reactions 24:26 – Sebastian Stan rumored for Batman villain role 33:05 – Sinners haunted house coming to Halloween Horror Nights 35:07 – Choose Your Own Adventure movie discussion 38:12 – China-made Tom & Jerry movie surprises everyone 40:04 – Resurrection of the Christ Part 1 & 2 updates 42:12 – "80s Action Jesus" accidentally becomes canon 45:57 – Matt Damon comeback era discussion 46:22 – Tom Hardy reportedly fired from MobLand 48:53 – Demon Slayer Infinity Castle trilogy updates 51:18 – House of the Dragon Season 4 timing revealed 54:03 – Baywatch reboot officially happening 56:55 – Anime Scooby-Doo is real and we're confused 🔥 Key Takeaways Marvel may be setting up one of its most emotional scenes ever with Yelena and Steve Rogers reflecting on Natasha Romanoff. Spider-Man: Brand New Day could quietly introduce...

BREAKING: DN Buys Gamestop for $5 | Chapter 275

May 20, 2026 1 hr 37 min

Episode Summary The nerd train has no brakes in Chapter 275 of Distance NERDing. This week the crew dives into massive Marvel news, DC news, movie news, and comic con chaos, including fresh details on the Vision Quest Marvel series, the new Lanterns HBO Max trailer, Metal Sonic in Sonic the Hedgehog 4, and Arnold Schwarzenegger returning for King Conan. Along the way the gang delivers wild theories, zombie exhaustion, accidental inappropriate names, and enough Green Lantern speculation to light up Oa itself. 🤖⚡ The crew debates whether Wanda is secretly still alive, questions James Cameron's suspicious "cheaper Avatar technology," and somehow turns Arnold Schwarzenegger fan updates into "ArnoldFans." Meanwhile, zombie franchises continue shambling forward like immortal convention attendees after a 14-hour Saturday con floor shift. Also discussed: Why The Walking Dead may literally outlive humanity Metal Sonic looking "pretty freaking metal" Sean Astin becoming the nicest Scrooge ever Keanu Reeves joining a samurai stop-motion movie Green Lantern theories that spiral directly into Blackest Night territory It's chaos. It's nerdy. It's Distance NERDing. 🎙️ ⸻ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Intro chaos & "275th time nerding together" 02:59 – Vision Quest details revealed 08:11 – Lanterns trailer breakdown & Green Lantern theories 17:14 – The Batman Part II casting confirmations 21:12 – King Conan officially happening 24:51 – Sean Astin in a modern Scrooge 28:56 – Keanu Reeves joins Heidari 31:31 – George A. Romero's Twilight of the Dead 33:07 – First look at Metal Sonic 35:10 – James Cameron making Avatar cheaper?! 38:37 – John Rambo prequel updates 40:25 – Walking Dead: Dead City returns again somehow 42:56 – Big Bang Theory multiverse chaos 46:39 – White Lotus Season 4 news 49:55 – Disney revives Ella Enchanted ⸻ Key Takeaways Vision Quest could reshape Marvel's AI characters Lanterns finally convinced skeptical DC fans The crew...

X-Forcecorpsfactormen97' Season 2 | Chapter 274

May 13, 2026 1 hr 25 min

This week on Distance NERDing, the crew dives headfirst into the mutant madness surrounding X-Men '97 Season 2, Marvel's future X-Men reboot, and the growing chaos of the MCU. The gang also debates Matthew Lillard's mystery DC role, Danny DeVito as Wario, and the bizarre real-life disappearance of Agatha Christie. Plus: Punisher goes darker than ever, Blue Eye Samurai returns, Star Fox gets revived again, and somebody definitely suggests Scooby Snacks were edibles. 🧬 ⸻ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Intro & nerd chaos begins 04:03 – Punisher: One Last Kill update 07:15 – Daredevil: Born Again & possible Defenders return 08:47 – MCU Spider-Man changes Uncle Ben's legacy 14:44 – Huge X-Men '97 Season 2 reveals 18:37 – Marvel's live-action X-Men reboot plans 20:47 – Avengers: Doomsday had 35 actors on set 23:26 – Matthew Lillard joins DC's Man of Tomorrow 32:18 – Edge of Tomorrow 2 may be stalled 33:27 – Box office talk: Mortal Kombat, Michael, & more 35:24 – Agatha Christie disappearance discussion 40:13 – New Planet of the Apes director 42:55 – Hocus Pocus 3 officially brewing 44:05 – Danny DeVito as Wario? 46:05 – Star Fox 64 remake announced 51:22 – Ghost in the Shell anime reboot 52:15 – Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 confirmed 54:07 – Animated Ghostbusters update ⸻ Key Takeaways Marvel is fully embracing mutant storytelling X-Men '97 is expanding into multiple teams like the comics Matthew Lillard could fit almost anywhere in DC Danny DeVito as Wario somehow makes perfect sense Agatha Christie's real life was stranger than fiction Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 hype is very real ⸻ Best Quotes "They're herding cats in wigs." "Scooby Snacks are just edibles." "This year has lasted about a decade and two seconds." "Danny DeVito doing Wario would be perfection." ⸻ Call To Action If you enjoyed this week's mutant-fueled chaos, subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share the episode using #DistanceNERDing ⚡ ⸻ L...

Wonka 2: Chocolate Boogaloo | Chapter 273

May 6, 2026 1 hr 15 min

Episode Summary This week's episode is a sugar rush of nerd news and chaotic commentary as the crew celebrates Cinco de Mayo with tacos, tangents, and just a hint of cinematic existential dread. From Marvel potentially rewriting its own history with an Endgame re-release, to accidental spoilers slipping out faster than multiverse variants, to a surprisingly passionate breakdown of Wonka 2, things get weird… in the best way. Highlights include Nicole Kidman-inspired emotional theater trips, a "hot breath lizard" buddy cop pitch, and the ongoing debate: is Disney finally learning restraint… or just buffering? ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Intro, Taco Tuesday chaos & Cinco de Mayo vibes 03:10 – Marvel re-releasing Endgame with new footage 👀 08:54 – Accidental Avengers: Doomsday spoiler?? 13:00 – DC updates: Clayface, Supergirl IMAX hype 20:08 – Wonka 2 officially stirring the chocolate pot 24:15 – MonsterVerse madness: Godzilla x Kong chaos 27:56 – Bond delays… again 30:29 – Top Gun 3 director debates 32:35 – Gen V future & The Boys universe expansion 36:57 – Animated Stranger Things surprise drop 38:08 – Netflix updates: Night Agent & Narnia 43:47 – Comic Con plans & Geek Freaks Network 45:08 – Tribute to He-Man creator Roger Sweet 47:55 – Disney cancels Tangled 2 (growth??) 53:06 – Grogu leveling up in Mandalorian film ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways Marvel may be quietly "resetting" the Multiverse Saga via Endgame Spoilers don't leak… they trip and fall out of interviews Wonka 2 has real potential if it leans into creativity over nostalgia DC is going BIG with IMAX storytelling Streaming platforms are finally letting some projects breathe theatrically Disney canceling projects for quality? Rare. Suspicious. Intriguing. ⸻ 💬 Quotes "I just want a good cry… heartbreak feels good in a place like that." "Hot breath lizard teams up with one-armed monkey." "We didn't know it was a secret… that's why it's the worst kept secret." "Unless you ki...

Commitment to NERDcellence | Chapter 272

Apr 29, 2026 1 hr 36 min

Episode Summary This week, the squad doubles down on pure, unfiltered NERDcellence. From Marvel's ever-expanding chaos (and Mark Ruffalo casually leaking secrets again 😅) to DC swinging for the fences with a full-on horror Clayface movie, this episode is stacked. We break down Kingpin's political downfall, Spider-Noir's stylish black-and-white gamble, and why losing Happy Hogan might hit harder than expected. Meanwhile, DC is rewriting the playbook with genre-bending storytelling, The Boys universe is tightening its endgame, and somehow… we still find time to debate fonts, wrestling heel turns, and why honeybees might secretly be the most interesting thing on Earth. If that's not commitment to NERDcellence, what is? ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Intro + Raider vs Niner chaos 03:19 – What's on deck this week 05:10 – Kingpin's future & NYC power shift 08:14 – Spider-Noir trailer (black & white vs color debate) 11:06 – Happy Hogan exits Spider-Man 😢 12:15 – Ruffalo leak sparks symbiote theories 16:42 – DC Lanterns + Green Lantern lore 23:29 – The Authority shelved (for now) 27:07 – Clayface horror movie hype 🔥 33:50 – Headlines (Mummy, Rambo, IT prequel) 45:17 – Rings of Power timeline jump 48:07 – House of the Dragon Season 3 52:16 – Gen V canceled + The Boys crossover ⸻ 🧩 Key Takeaways Marvel may be setting up a symbiote arc leading into Secret Wars Spider-Noir is leaning into standalone storytelling over MCU connections DC is embracing full genre films (not just superhero hybrids) Clayface could become a top-tier comic horror adaptation The Boys universe is consolidating for a massive finale payoff "Change the font" is no longer feedback… it's a philosophy ⸻ 💬 Quotes of the Night "See if the black goo sticks to the wall." "Commitment to nerd silence." "I hate the font. Change the font." "He lost his memory… I'm not in it." "I can't sleep, these honeybee facts are too good." ⸻ 📣 Call to Action Level up...

Presented in INFINITY VISION | Chapter 271

Apr 22, 2026 1 hr 44 min

MERCH: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch WATCH: https://youtube.com/live/-_oTQXAP9U4?feature=share Episode Summary This week, the crew dives headfirst into CinemaCon chaos with Marvel rumors, DC madness, and enough multiverse speculation to make your brain reboot in Infinity Vision™. From Spider-Noir plotting World War II, to Avengers: Doomsday potentially breaking reality (and our sanity), we unpack it all—plus DC going FULL horror with Clayface (seriously… nightmare fuel). Also: we invent "DoomsDune," question Sony's life choices, and emotionally prepare for Marvel to tease us… again. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Warning + chaotic intro 02:40 – CinemaCon kickoff + what's coming 04:00 – Spider-Noir Season 2 already?! 06:45 – Wild Spider-Man rumors (Hulk vs Spidey??) 10:00 – Avengers: Endgame returns with new footage 14:30 – Miles Morales drama (thanks, Sony 🙃) 17:20 – Cassie Lang returns + Young Avengers talk 20:00 – Avengers: Doomsday MASSIVE twist rumors 22:15 – Trailer breakdown: Doom vs Thor 🔥 27:00 – Marvel Comic-Con takeover plans 32:30 – DC News Begins 33:30 – Batman Part II casting chaos 37:00 – Clayface = full horror mode 😱 42:20 – Superman vs Lex (chess match mind games) 47:45 – Project Hail Mary success 49:50 – Elden Ring movie incoming ⸻ 🔑 Key Takeaways Marvel is stacking releases like a boss rush level Avengers: Doomsday might rival Endgame hype Infinity Vision = IMAX's new rival (shots fired 👀) Sony still holding Miles Morales hostage DC is DONE playing safe—hello horror genre Clayface might be the scariest comic movie yet ⸻ 💬 Quotes "Cinnamon Con sounds delicious." "Presented in INFINITY VISION… forever." "Sony being difficult? Never…" "That movie's gonna mess people up." "We're not dipping into horror… we're diving in." ⸻ 📣 Call to Action Love the chaos? Smash subscribe, drop a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, and share this episode using #DistanceNERDing so we can keep breaking the i...

Tyrion: Targaryen? or Xenomorph? Chapter 270

Apr 15, 2026 1 hr 23 min

🔥 Episode Summary 🎥 Watch the episode: https://www.youtube.com/live/t9R8L7DlBls?si=NszXioojv6Bcg2Fi 🛒 Grab merch: www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch This week, the nerd multiverse cracked open like a cosmic egg and something weird crawled out. The crew dives into Marvel madness, DC shakeups, and Spider-Man heartbreak so intense it deserves its own sad violin soundtrack. We debate whether Deadpool is secretly running the MCU now, question if Captain Marvel is just… off saving alien kittens again, and spiral into multiverse chaos where Doctor Doom might Thanos-snap literally everything. Meanwhile, Spider-Man is emotionally unemployed, Marvel timelines are doing gymnastics, and somehow we end up asking the real question: 👉 Is Tyrion secretly a Xenomorph? (We stand by nothing. And everything.) ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – 01:22 Intro + chaos warning ⚠️ • 01:22 – 02:52 What's on deck: Marvel, DC & CinemaCon hype • 02:52 – 09:22 Deadpool 4 possibly leading the MCU charge • 09:22 – 13:27 Captain Marvel missing from Avengers Doomsday?? • 13:27 – 18:38 Doctor Doom & the multiverse reset theory • 18:38 – 24:51 Spider-Verse 3 sneak peek breakdown • 24:51 – 34:39 Spider-Man: Brand New Day emotional damage report • 34:39 – 37:52 DC casting shakeups + Maxima enters the chat • 37:52 – 39:19 Sponsor break (fuel your nerd brain ⚡) • 39:19 – 45:38 Headlines: Bond casting, Toy Story 5 gets dark • 45:38 – 49:25 TV news: The Rookie, Wrexham returns • 49:25 – 50:20 Peter Dinklage joins Alien Earth • 50:20 – End Rapid-fire chaos, jokes, and existential nerd spirals ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways • Deadpool might be the MCU's new chaos captain • Overpowered heroes = "please leave Earth for plot reasons" • Marvel may soft-reboot everything via multiverse meltdown • Spider-Man is entering his "lonely sad boi era" • DC is quietly building something… suspiciously coherent • Tech might be the villain in Toy Story 5 (we're not...

Ravioli Ravioli, give me the Dungeon crawler Carl | Chapter 269

Apr 8, 2026 1 hr 25 min

🔥 WATCH + SUPPORT (because heroes need loot) 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/qQoIixd_5Hw?si=BzN-qP6CyN_9gQVY 🛒 Merch Store: www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch ⸻ 🧠 Episode Summary This week, the crew dives headfirst into nerd chaos like it's a loot dungeon with no exit. We break down major Marvel updates, debate who Anne Hathaway could play in the MCU (Emma Frost? Mystique? chaos incarnate?), and spiral into multiverse madness with Spider-Man theories that may or may not end in emotional damage. We also talk X-Men '97 Season 2, zombie superheroes snacking like it's a buffet, and a Mario movie that critics side-eye while fans throw gold coins at the screen. Oh, and yes… a judgmental cat exists and we have thoughts. Expect hot takes, wild theories, and at least one moment where parenting skills are publicly questioned. 🍝 ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Chaos intro + audio gremlins attack • 03:14 – X-Men '97 Season 2 breakdown (Polaris hype!) • 11:09 – Anne Hathaway enters MCU rumor mill • 18:26 – Daredevil: Born Again Defenders reunion tease • 20:22 – Marvel Zombies Season 2 insanity • 24:05 – Spider-Man multiverse theories (Miles?? 👀) • 31:30 – Movie news: Tom Hanks, Weapons, box office wins • 35:01 – Mario movie chaos vs critics • 39:38 – Legend of the White Dragon tribute release • 41:13 – Gremlins 3 and Jenna Ortega casting ⸻ 🧩 Key Takeaways • The MCU rumor mill is basically a slot machine right now 🎰 • X-Men '97 Season 2 could mash multiple iconic storylines together • Spider-Man multiverse may expand way beyond Tobey + Andrew • Fans > critics when it comes to video game movies • Marvel Zombies is about to get WEIRD (in the best way) • Parenting may interfere with nerd homework (watch your shows, people) ⸻ 💬 Best Quotes • "Shut up and take my money." • "We heard you messed everything up." • "He has more of an Arbor Day ass." 🌳 • "If this movie was bad, it would...

SHDU Takes The Cake | Chapter 268

Apr 1, 2026 1 hr 42 min

👉 🛍️ Grab the merch: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch 👉 📺 Watch the episode: https://www.youtube.com/live/3qPHqBnY_7M?si=N3aDzCNA7wIIAAPn ⸻ 🧁 Episode Summary This week on Distance NERDing, the crew fights through tech gremlins to serve up a full-course nerd feast. We break down Marvel rumors (is Sadie Sink our next Jean Grey?!), dive into the magical spaghetti tying Vision Quest to Agatha All Along, and debate DC's evolving universe from Supergirl shakeups to Jimmy Olsen finally getting his shine. Add in chaotic trailer reactions, Pete Davidson as a mobster named Tommy Karate (yes, really), and a wig so powerful it might deserve its own IMDb page… yeah, this episode takes the cake. 🎂 ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Chaos, disclaimers, and Taco Tuesday energy • 02:57 – Episode preview: trailers, Skeletor, Jimmy Olsen • 04:33 – Marvel News: Sadie Sink MCU casting rumors • 08:20 – Vision Quest + Agatha All Along connections • 15:33 – Iron Fist return rumors (Colleen Wing lives!) • 18:59 – DC Watchtower: Supergirl changes & DCU future • 25:00 – Supergirl trailer reactions • 29:23 – Jimmy Olsen series gets reworked • 35:10 – One-Shots rapid news (Moana, Harry Potter, Avatar, etc.) • 40:34 – Pete Davidson as "Tommy Karate" 🤯 • 42:13 – Cape Fear trailer breakdown ⸻ 🔑 Key Takeaways • Marvel may be quietly building its next-gen heroes lineup • Vision Quest could complete a trilogy-style Wanda saga • DC is fine-tuning tone and continuity across projects • Jimmy Olsen might become a breakout DCU character • Hollywood continues its love affair with reboots and wigs that defy physics ⸻ 💬 Best Quotes "You are now tuned into the worst kept secret on the internet… because it's 90% my fault." "Calling a cartoon wig cartoonish is cartoon-ception." "Put it in theaters, you cowards!" "This is going to be the most surreal true-crime comedy ever." ⸻ 🚀 Call to Action If you laughed, learned...

When Chuck Norris drops a podcast, it doesn't go live… it goes legendary | Chapter 267

Mar 26, 2026 1 hr 39 min

🛒 Merch: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/L1BVA7cFAG4?feature=share ⸻ 🎧 Episode Summary This week on Distance NERDing, the crew dives headfirst into Marvel madness, DC shakeups, and some wild industry news… but the night takes a legendary turn as they honor the life of Chuck Norris the only way possible: with jokes so powerful they roundhouse kick reality itself. From Wonder Man getting a surprise Season 2 to Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors going full conspiracy board, the guys break down everything you need to know in pop culture. Plus, debates about X-Men movie strategies, Assassin's Creed heading to ancient Rome, and whether The Game of Life movie is just… life with extra steps. And yes… tacos are absolutely on the table. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Chaos begins (viewer discretion strongly suggested) • 02:36 – Marvel News: Wonder Man Season 2 confirmed • 05:23 – The Punisher: One Last Kill + Daredevil crossover talk • 09:05 – Spider-Man rumors & Spider-Queen theory • 12:06 – Marvel release date shuffle chaos • 16:31 – DC Updates + Supergirl timeline clarity • 20:55 – One-Shots: Baywatch, Bloodsport remake, Game of Life movie • 31:36 – Project Hail Mary box office domination • 34:07 – Assassin's Creed live-action series update • 45:07 – Chuck Norris tribute (legend status unlocked) • 49:49 – Buffy reboot collapse explained ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways • Marvel is doubling down on risky projects… and it's paying off • Spider-Man rumors are getting dangerously interesting • X-Men could go multi-movie character rollout (bold strategy alert 🚨) • Video game adaptations are evolving into full cinematic universes • Buffy reboot failed due to identity confusion and creative misfires • Chuck Norris jokes are legally required in times of tribute ⸻ 💬 Best Quotes • "Tacos are totally on the table." • "Let him cook." • "Chuc...

Spiderman isnt in this one... Probably | Chapter 266

Mar 24, 2026 51 min

Watch & Rep the Nerd Life FIRST 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/JlwzDCip1fc?si=XKSa0hLRsPJW5tU3 🛍️ Merch: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch ⸻ 🧠 Episode Summary This week on Distance NERDing, the crew kicks in the door on chaos with Taco Tuesday energy and absolutely zero chill. From wild rumors about Avengers: Doomsday splitting into three multiversal battlegrounds, to Zendaya being "on the run", to Darkwing Duck making a heroic comeback, this episode is a nerdy buffet of speculation, hype, and hilarious derailments. Along the way, the crew questions whether Spider-Man is actually showing up where he's not supposed to (classic Parker move), imagines New Jersey getting absolutely obliterated for plot reasons, and delivers top-tier nonsense like: • "The worst kept secret on the internet" • "The most handsome Filipino five-year-old you've ever met" • And the kind of technical difficulties that deserve their own IMDb credit It's part breaking news, part conspiracy board, and part group chat that accidentally went live. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Chaos disclaimer (we tried to warn you) 00:39 – Taco Tuesday kickoff & intros 01:13 – What Distance NERDing is all about 02:32 – Episode preview: Zendaya, Darkwing Duck, LOTR news 02:51 – Sponsor: Colossus Girl Entertainment 03:22 – Marvel kicks things off 03:56 – Avengers: Doomsday "three battlefields" rumor 04:05 – X-Men vs magic-controlled Sentinels 04:41 – New York battle (Spider-Man confusion intensifies) 05:04 – Doctor Doom + Latveria showdown 05:57 – Breaking down the multiverse chaos ⸻ 🧩 Key Takeaways • Marvel may be going full three-front war mode in Avengers: Doomsday • The X-Men storyline could blend magic + tech (Sentinels) • Street-level heroes might carry a grounded NYC battle… while Jersey suffers 😬 • Doctor Doom continues to look like the centerpiece villain • Spider-Man's involvement is… let's call it "Schröd...

Brought to you by Treezus | Chapter 265

Mar 11, 2026 1 hr 17 min

👕 NEW MERCH: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch ▶ Watch the episode: https://www.youtube.com/live/pdRL-tJlZeE?si=BEj_NRHj7jqJUPzU ⸻ Episode Summary This week on Distance NERDing, the crew gathers for another chaotic nerd-session covering everything from legendary detectives to classic 80s action heroes making a comeback. We debate a question that might break the internet: Is Benoit Blanc actually a better detective than Batman? Meanwhile Netflix may be resurrecting the Universal Monsters, Arnold Schwarzenegger is teasing a return to iconic roles like Predator's Dutch and Conan, and Pixar might be opening the sequel vault again with Incredibles 3 and Monsters Inc. 3 discussions. Along the way there are terrible Arnold impressions, heated Pixar debates, and the kind of nerdy chaos only Distance NERDing can deliver. Also yes… somehow Treezus gets involved. 🌳🙏 ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 0:00 – Live show warning and chaotic intro 2:25 – What's on deck this week 8:10 – Benoit Blanc vs Batman: Who's the better detective? 21:45 – Arnold Schwarzenegger teasing Predator / Conan returns 33:30 – Netflix exploring Universal Monsters projects 47:20 – Pixar sequel talk: Incredibles 3 & Monsters Inc. 3 58:30 – Final thoughts and wrap-up ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways • Benoit Blanc's detective skills might rival even Batman's investigative brain. • Arnold Schwarzenegger returning to classic roles could revive beloved action franchises. • Netflix may be developing projects around Universal's iconic monsters. • Pixar sequels are always risky—but fans still want more of certain franchises. • Nerd debates are better when fueled by terrible impressions and chaotic humor. ⸻ 💬 Best Quotes "Is Benoit Blanc the world's greatest detective… or does Batman still hold the crown?" "It's all Arnold news all the time." "You see my muscles? It's not a tumor!" "Somehow this episode is brought to you by Treezus."...

Is The Predator Called Mud | Chapter 264

Mar 4, 2026 1 hr 18 min

🎧 Is The Predator Called Mud | Chapter 264 👉 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/13NaiEVMsnY?si=Ttz3PHZZuufDB0qU 🛒 NEW MERCH: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch ⸻ 🧩 Episode Summary Chapter 264 is peak Distance Nerding chaos. We break down massive MCU Doomsday rumors, Thor reuniting with fallen heroes in Valhalla, and Doctor Doom possibly becoming Marvel's most tragic villain yet. Gotham heats up with The Batman Part II rumors, while the industry itself shifts as Paramount quietly outmaneuvers Warner Bros. Meanwhile, Game of Thrones lore explodes with Mad King revelations, Aegon's Conquest heading to theaters, and Harrenhal once again ruining everyone's lives. Also discussed: Mario villains, Predator's future, and whether the Predator is, in fact, just… mud. ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways • Marvel villains work best when driven by grief and loss • Doctor Doom may be rebuilding reality for personal reasons • Batman stories hit harder when villains come from Bruce's past • Paramount's creator-first strategy is pulling talent away from Warner Bros • Harrenhal remains Westeros' most dangerous vacation destination • Time travel arguments never end, across any universe ⸻ 💬 Best Bits / Quotes • "Time travel f***ing sucks." • "That's Stranger Things… but for old people." • "Even More Heat. Getting hotter." • "Mud." • "Do it. Do it now!" ⸻ 🚀 Call to Action Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share the episode using #DistanceNERDing. ⸻ 🔗 Links & Resources 🎧 Listen: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube 🌐 Visit: DistanceNERDing.com ⚡ Dubby Energy – Use code NERDING10 💥 Proud partner of the Geek Freaks Network – GFpods.com ⸻ ❓ Listener Questions Send us your theories, hot takes, or questions for future episodes. ⸻ Apple Podcast Tags: pop culture, geek podcast, nerd news, marvel rumors, dc comics, game of thrones, movie news, tv news, fandom, sci fi, comic con, ente...

How to Become an Industry Insider | Chapter 263

Feb 25, 2026 1 hr 8 min

🎽 MERCH UP TOP BECAUSE DRIP MATTERS 👉 Distance Nerding Merch: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch 🎥 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/mAdnU02Jhlc?si=nXSuqgDZ9IXIW7c0 ⸻ 🧠 Episode Summary This week on Distance Nerding, the crew bravely attempts to answer life's greatest mystery: How do you become an industry insider… and is there a class you forgot to take in college? Along the way, we break down massive Marvel rumors, speculate wildly about mutants invading Spider-Man, argue for R-rated Venom supremacy, resurrect Eternals who refuse to stay dead, and watch James Gunn once again jump into Threads like a dad breaking up a house party. Add AI deepfake chaos, Stargate's return, Ninja Turtles release date shifts, and just enough sarcasm to legally qualify as commentary, and you've got one stacked chapter of nerd chaos. Also discussed: tacos, pottery classes, jet skis, squirrels with long lifespans, and why everyone else somehow became an insider but us. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Live show warning & nerd roll call • 02:55 – Marvel Rumor Roundup begins • 04:12 – Jacob Elordi joining the MCU? Colossus vs Beast debate • 09:00 – R-rated animated Venom discussion • 12:00 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day mutant teases • 14:00 – "How do you become an industry insider?" (the thesis) • 16:30 – Eternals showing up in Avengers: Doomsday • 21:00 – Loki's role, Young Avengers rumors • 25:00 – DC's Paradise Lost is… not lost • 28:10 – TMNT release dates & suit discourse • 30:00 – Charlie's Angels legacy reboot talk • 32:50 – Ryan Coogler's X-Files reboot • 35:30 – Wednesday Season 3 & Winona Ryder • 43:30 – Stargate returns (with NDAs) • 47:30 – AI Wars: Hollywood strikes back • 55:00 – Final thoughts & insider envy ⸻ 🧩 Key Takeaways • Marvel is clearly seeding the mutant saga everywhere • Venom works best when he's unhinged and R-rated • The Eternals aren't gone, they're just awkwardly...

Studio Wars: Episode 5 - Paramount Strikes Back | Chapter 262

Feb 18, 2026 1 hr 48 min

Merch: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/MKteR7R2oq0?feature=share Episode Summary Hollywood is shifting, studios are swinging, and Paramount is officially entering its villain era. In Chapter 262 of Distance NERDing, the crew breaks down major studio moves, franchise shakeups, and why Paramount's recent power plays could ripple across Marvel, DC, and legacy IPs alike. From Spider-Man Noir and mutant rumors to DC's evolving slate, Predator's future, canceled franchises, and the never-ending resurrection of nostalgic properties, this episode is packed with speculation, industry insight, and the usual amount of lovingly chaotic nonsense. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Live show warning and chaotic intro energy • 03:00 – What's on deck this episode • 04:20 – Spider-Man Noir and the black-and-white vs color debate • 08:00 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day rumors, Man-Spider, and mutant implications • 15:00 – Sinister Six theories and Damage Control as MCU puppet masters • 21:00 – Doctor Doom, Darkhold magic, and Avengers Doomsday speculation • 26:30 – Captain America's role in the multiverse going forward • 28:30 – DC updates: Supergirl, Superman appearances, and Krypton trauma • 34:00 – Clayface movie delay and DC's horror direction • 40:30 – Paramount power moves and Dan Trachtenberg's future • 43:30 – Terminator Zero cancellation and franchise fatigue • 47:00 – Baywatch reboot because nothing ever truly dies • 50:00 – Industry headlines and closing thoughts ⸻ 🧩 Key Takeaways • Paramount is quietly positioning itself for long-term franchise control • Marvel appears to be planting seeds for mutants through Spider-Man • Doctor Doom may blend tech and magic deeper than previous MCU villains • DC continues leaning into character-first storytelling • Nostalgia is still Hollywood's favorite life raft ⸻ 💬 Quotes from the Episode • "This feels less like rumors and mo...

…Except New Jersey| Chapter 261

Feb 11, 2026 1 hr 48 min

🎒 Distance NERDing Merch is LIVE 👉 Shop here: https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/4NTKnUBiJRM?feature=share Episode Summary This week, the Distance NERDing crew dives headfirst into Marvel and DC chaos with one undeniable casualty: New Jersey. We break down Avengers: Doomsday rumors, Magneto allegedly nuking the Garden State, traumatized multiversal X-Men, and Steve Rogers accidentally Barry-Allen'ing the MCU. Over in DC land, Supergirl swaps composers, Paradise Lost gets benched, Wonder Woman gets the spotlight back, and Junkie XL inspires… musical boners. Expect spoilers, speculation, laughter, and one state catching relentless strays. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Live show warning & chaotic intros 02:50 – What's on deck this week 04:55 – Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 plans 08:00 – Magneto destroys New Jersey (allegedly… repeatedly) 12:00 – Avengers: Doomsday multiversal trauma & X-Men vs Avengers 15:00 – Steve Rogers, Loki, Doom, and timeline guilt 19:50 – Peggy Carter rumors & Doom's "greater good" 23:45 – DC Watchtower begins 24:40 – Supergirl swaps Ramin Djawadi for Junkie XL 31:30 – Paradise Lost shelved, Wonder Woman reboot discussion ⸻ 💡 Key Takeaways • Marvel is betting big on Daredevil long-term • Magneto vs New Jersey is the MCU's new running gag • Avengers: Doomsday may be fueled by multiversal PTSD • Steve Rogers might be the MCU's Barry Allen • DC is refocusing hard on Wonder Woman • Junkie XL brings heavier, louder vibes to Supergirl ⸻ 💬 Best Bits & Quotes • "Avengers Doomsday hits theaters everywhere… except New Jersey." • "This is why we need the Sokovia Accords." • "Steve Rogers is the Barry Allen of the MCU." • "The music was never the problem." • "Musical boners. That's why Junkie XL is here." ⸻ 📣 Call to Action Subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share the episode everywhere you nerd out using...

And the winner is! The NERDs | Chapter 260

Jan 28, 2026 1 hr 45 min

🛒 NEW MERCH ALERT: Rep your nerd pride 👉 www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/SYDuzhccyhs?feature=share ⸻ 🎧 Episode Summary Awards season crashes headfirst into peak nerd chaos as the NERDs break down Oscar buzz, superhero rumors, and multiverse-sized speculation. From Deadpool potentially dodging the MCU spotlight, to Aaron Pierre's dreamy-eyed Black Panther buzz, to Daredevil playing heartbeat hide-and-seek with Foggy Nelson, this episode is wall-to-wall geekery. Toss in Spider-Man death rumors, Lobo revving into the DCU, and an orc with an itchy ass in a D&D campaign, and congrats, you've got a winning episode. 🏆🤓 ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Live show warning & chaotic intro • 03:00 – On Deck: Oscars, Star Trek shakeups & Marvel madness • 05:00 – Deadpool, X-Force & Secret Wars speculation • 08:00 – Aaron Pierre as Black Panther? Yes please • 12:45 – Daredevil Born Again S2 trailer breakdown • 19:30 – Spider-Man death rumors & Miles Morales talk • 25:20 – DC Watchtower: Supergirl & Lobo revealed • 33:15 – One-Shot Headlines (Pratt, Star Trek, Voltron, Bond) • 44:00 – Star Wars future with Rey Skywalker • 30:00+ – D&D chaos, goblins, and legendary ass-scratching lore ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways • Deadpool may thrive better in his own chaotic corner of the MCU • Aaron Pierre as Black Panther could honor Chadwick while evolving the role • Daredevil fans should prepare for emotional damage • Spider-Man's future may swing toward Miles Morales • Jason Momoa was born to play Lobo • Never let an orc roll dice first ⸻ 💬 Quotes of the Episode • "Marvel Jesus… but in his own universe." • "You don't get Jason Momoa and do a one-and-done." • "Tiefling… scratch my ass." • "Andrew Garfield taught us it's okay to lie to the media." ⸻ 📣 Call to Action Love the chaos? ⭐ Subscribe, rate, and review the show 📢 Share the episode using #Dista...

A New Hope For Lucasfilm | Chapter 259

Jan 21, 2026 1 hr 33 min

🔥 WATCH THE FULL VIDEO EPISODE ON YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/live/RT19ZgAHjR4?si=RYZdml9D6mJ0Vetc 🛒 REP THE SHOW – OFFICIAL DISTANCE NERDING MERCH https://www.streamlabs.com/distancenerding/merch ⸻ 🎧 Episode Summary Taco Tuesday gets dangerously nerdy as the crew dives headfirst into Marvel, DC, and Star Wars chaos. From Jessica Jones' MCU return and Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 hype, to Marvel teasers casually pulling over a billion views, this episode spirals into multiversal speculation fast. The Russos may be playing 4D chess with Endgame timestamps, Mister Miracle officially joins the DCU, and James Gunn politely tells Batman fans to wait their damn turn. Then Lucasfilm drops the big one: Darth Vader, Luke, Leia, and Han are invading Disneyland, breaking Galaxy's Edge out of sequel-only jail. Add Ryan Hurst becoming Kratos, Hans Zimmer waving his musical wand at Harry Potter, and several deeply unserious jokes about Fruitopia, kink shaming, and Sam Rockwell dancing, and you've got a full-blown nerd buffet . ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 Live show warning & chaos intro • 04:30 Jessica Jones returns in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 • 09:00 Marvel teasers hit 1 BILLION views • 12:40 Avengers: Doomsday, Super Bowl trailer hype • 14:00 WWII Avengers set photos & Captain America theories • 21:00 Russo Brothers hiding Endgame clues in teasers • 27:00 Mister Miracle confirmed canon in the DCU • 32:00 Batman: The Brave and the Bold delayed (again) • 38:00 Headlines Rapid Fire • 41:00 Ryan Hurst cast as Kratos in God of War • 47:00 Hans Zimmer scoring Harry Potter HBO series • 55:00 Galaxy's Edge adds Vader, Luke, Leia & Han ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways • Jessica Jones is fully integrated into the MCU, not just a cameo • Marvel's teaser strategy is optimized for short-form domination • Avengers: Doomsday may directly confront Endgame's consequences • Mister Miracle brings Darkseid and the New Gods into DCU cano...

Hot Topic Avengers | Chapter 258

Jan 14, 2026 1 hr 22 min

🧠 Episode Summary This live-recorded chapter of Distance NERDing goes full multiverse chaos as the crew breaks down Marvel, DC, and everything in between with tacos in their bellies and zero chill in their hearts. We debate Joe Keery's possible MCU future, pour one out for Blade (again), and officially coin the term "Hot Topic Avengers" for the goth side of the superhero universe. Doctor Doom is apparently running a multiversal daycare, Wakanda's future looks spicy, and Sebastian Stan might be collecting comic book characters like Infinity Stones. Add in surprise Disney casting, DC rumors, Netflix renewals, and enough jokes to make the algorithm blush, and you've got one of our nerdiest chapters yet. Yes, Doom goes "I tricked you." No, we will not apologize. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Live show warning & chaos calibration • 01:16 – What is Distance NERDing anyway? • 03:33 – Sponsor shoutouts & what's on deck • 04:02 – 📰 Straight From J. Jonah (Marvel News) • 05:00 – Joe Keery to Marvel? Harry Osborn vs Nova • 07:51 – Blade reboot woes & Midnight Suns hopes • 11:33 – "Hot Topic Avengers" is born • 12:20 – Black Panther 3 rumors & Wakanda's future • 18:16 – Avengers: Doomsday theories & Doom's plan • 24:00 – Doom, kids, family, and multiversal trauma • 32:00 – 👀 Watching the Watchtower (DC News) • 32:30 – Sebastian Stan as Harvey Dent? • 38:40 – Wonder Woman rumors in the DCU • 43:00 – ⚡ Nerd Headlines One-Shots • 47:00 – The Witcher chaos & Geralt multiverse jokes • 52:00 – Tangled casting & Hot Gothel energy • 53:20 – Geek Freaks Network shoutout ⸻ 🔑 Key Takeaways • Joe Keery feels dangerously right for Harry Osborn • Blade may thrive better as part of Midnight Suns • "Hot Topic Avengers" is now canon (to us) • Wakanda's story is far from over post-Secret Wars • Doctor Doom manipulating families is way scarier than punching • Sebastian Stan might secretly be the center of all fandoms • Kathryn Hahn as Moth...

2026 Preview: That was on my list | Chapter 257

Jan 8, 2026 2 hr 21 min

Episode Summary The Nerds are back and ringing in 2026 the only way they know how: loud, opinionated, slightly caffeinated, and deeply nerdy. In Chapter 257, the crew dives headfirst into Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday trailers, gets dangerously excited about comic-accurate X-Men, debates Netflix potentially speedrunning theatrical releases, and speculates wildly about The Batman Part II casting chaos. Along the way, we invent cocktail lore (Talk Nerdy To Me 🍸), mourn Susie Poo, mock conspiracy theories harder than Mephisto fans in 2021, and officially plant our hype flags for everything coming in 2026. This episode has rumors, laughs, and at least one comparison to Barbenheimer that absolutely got out of hand. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Live show warning & chaos calibration • 01:30 – New Year catch-up & the Talk Nerdy To Me cocktail • 06:45 – Marvel News: Avengers Doomsday trailers breakdown • 10:30 – X-Men hype, comic accuracy, and blown-up mansions • 14:00 – MCU Rumor Roundup (Mobius, Pepper Potts, Star-Lord) • 22:45 – DC Watchtower: Sebastian Stan & The Batman Part II • 29:00 – Netflix Headlines: Emily in Paris & algorithms • 32:00 – Stranger Things, Susie Poo, and Conformity Gate • 40:40 – Netflix vs Theaters: 17-day window debate • 52:00 – 2026 Preview: Movies, shows, and maximum hype ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways • Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be a family-centric multiversal chaos machine • The X-Men trailer is the most comic-accurate thing Marvel's done in years • Sebastian Stan in DC could mean Hush, Harvey Dent, or beautiful chaos • Netflix's rumored 17-day theatrical window could change everything • Conspiracy theories are fun… until they become Conformity Gate • 2026 is stacked and our hype calendars are already full ⸻ 💬 Quotes of the Episode • "The X-Mansion is like the Enterprise. It exists to be destroyed." • "This is Mephisto all over again." • "Game of Thrones is a family show. A very messed-up fam...

Unoriginal Content | Chapter 256

Dec 31, 2025 1 hr 50 min

🧠 Episode Summary This week, the Distance NERDing crew proudly gets accused of "unoriginal content"… and then absolutely owns it. Chapter 256 is a full-on 2025 pop culture recap, covering the best TV shows, best movies, and standout performances of the year, while actively dodging TikTok bans, appealing algorithm nonsense, and arguing passionately about Daredevil, Andor, Superman, Murderbot, Thunderbolts, and why Galactus is inevitable. Highlights include: • TikTok declaring war on the word "lamp" • A deeply scientific taco-based rating system • Daredevil being unanimously crowned "Red Batman (Affectionate)" • Murderbot supremacy • A shockingly emotional defense of Fantastic Four: First Steps • The realization that "unoriginal content" might actually be the most original bit of all If you love nerd debates, chaotic energy, and year-end lists that spiral gloriously out of control… this one's for you. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Live show warning + instant TikTok trouble 01:22 – What even is original content anymore? 05:24 – Top 5 TV Shows of 2025 begins 07:24 – Gen V, Andor, The Studio, Daredevil: Born Again 27:06 – Murderbot takes the crown 33:47 – Honorable TV mentions (yes, a LOT of them) 36:25 – Top 5 Movies of 2025 37:13 – Fantastic Four: First Steps 41:17 – Superman discourse (brace yourselves) 45:08 – Thunderbolts surprises everyone 49:08 – K-Pop Demon Hunters sneaks into the rankings 52:11 – Weapons and horror redemption arcs End – Chaos, convictions, and content appeals ⸻ 🔑 Key Takeaways • "Unoriginal content" is sometimes just passionate nerding with receipts • Andor continues to prove Star Wars can grow up • Daredevil works best when it's violent, messy, and emotional • Murderbot is the sleeper hit nobody was ready for • Fantastic Four finally feels like a family • TikTok moderation remains the true villain of 2025 ⸻ 💬 Quotes from the Episode • "TikTok says this isn't original content...

Ripley The Cat Prints Blue Money! | Chapter 255

Dec 24, 2025 1 hr 44 min

🧠 Episode Summary This week, Yung Phil and Jahmez 5000 ride a blue wave of nerd news straight into chaos. We break down Avatar: Fire & Ash absolutely printing blue money, debate whether James Cameron has secretly unlocked an infinite Na'vi ATM, and officially crown Sigourney Weaver as Ripley of the Cat People. On the superhero front, Marvel teases Avengers: Doomsday and the internet immediately overanalyzes a green poster like it's the Zapruder film. DC fans eat well with Brainiac casting news, Seth Rogen popping up in Supergirl, and James Gunn staying firmly planted at the helm. Add in Peanuts being bought by Sony, live-action One Piece Chopper hype, Avatar Studios chaos, and YouTube stealing the Oscars, and you've got an episode that moves faster than a banshee on Red Bull. Nerdy. Funny. Slightly unhinged. Exactly how we like it. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Live show warning & chaotic intro 02:45 – What's on deck this week 04:30 – Marvel News: Avengers: Doomsday teaser + poster discourse 12:30 – Can pre-MCU heroes save the MCU? 16:00 – DC Watchtower: Supergirl, Seth Rogen, Brainiac casting 21:30 – James Gunn & DCU survive the Netflix era 26:00 – ⚡ Dubby Energy break 27:30 – Headlines: Avatar prints blue money 31:00 – Sigourney Weaver becomes the new Avatar narrator 34:30 – Avatar: The Last Airbender skips theaters?! 44:00 – One Piece live-action Chopper revealed 47:00 – Sony buys Peanuts (good grief) 52:00 – Warner Bros vs Netflix vs Paramount drama 57:30 – YouTube wins the Oscars ⸻ 🔑 Key Takeaways • James Cameron could fund a small country with Avatar sequels • Avengers: Doomsday marketing has officially begun its mind games • DC continues stacking wins with smart casting and stability • Paramount skipping theaters for Avatar might be wild behavior • Sony owning Peanuts feels oddly inevitable • The future of Hollywood is streaming… and YouTube apparently runs awards now ⸻ 💬 Quotes of the Episode...

AI: Disney's Boom or Doom? | Chapter 254

Dec 17, 2025 1 hr 51 min

Episode Summary Is Disney about to conquer the future with AI… or accidentally Skynet itself into oblivion? This week on Distance NERDing, the crew dives headfirst into AI, Disney's looming tech future, and whether creativity can survive automation. Along the way we break down Avengers: Doomsday rumors, Daredevil's bloody return, Supergirl's flawless trailer, Star Wars Old Republic hype, Street Fighter chaos, and more unhinged takes than a Hulk convention. Expect deep nerd analysis, wild speculation, and at least one conversation that absolutely did not stay on the rails. ⸻ ⏱️ Timestamps & Topics • 00:00 – Live show warning & chaotic intros • 03:00 – Sponsor shoutouts & show setup • 04:15 – Avengers: Doomsday teaser leaks & Marvel's family obsession • 12:00 – Daredevil rumored for Secret Wars (blood budget confirmed) • 17:30 – Spider-Man + Punisher vs Grey Hulk rumors • 25:15 – DC Watchtower: The Batman Part II & Gilda Dent rumors • 31:30 – Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow breakdown • 35:30 – Trailer Talk: Supergirl teaser reactions • 46:25 – Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic reveal • 54:55 – Street Fighter movie hype • Final Segment – AI, Disney, creativity, and the future of fandom ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways • Marvel may be shifting toward legacy, family, and emotional stakes • Daredevil fills the MCU's hand-to-hand combat void • Supergirl's trailer nailed Woman of Tomorrow energy • Star Wars may be quietly canonizing Old Republic lore • Video game movies might finally be learning the lesson • AI could be Disney's biggest innovation—or its biggest mistake ⸻ 💬 Best Bits • "Thor is so OP we need Daredevil just to balance the universe." • "Marvel's blood budget is just corn syrup and regret." • "Supergirl feels like Guardians of the Galaxy… and that's a compliment." • "If Disney replaces writers with AI, the mouse becomes the villain." ⸻ 📣 Call to Action Love the chaos? Subscribe, leave a review, and share the epi...

Netflix is 6 7 | Chapter 253

Dec 10, 2025 2 hr 0 min

EPISODE SUMMARY This week the nerd squad deep-dives into the biggest pop-culture shakeups of the moment! From Doom vs. Cap rumors that have us questioning Pepper Potts' insurance policy, to Netflix trying to buy Warner Bros. like it's a Black Friday doorbuster, the crew breaks it ALL down with peak nerd rage and questionable math jokes. We climb the Watchtower, argue about realistic Batman villains (spoiler: Calendar Man only takes one day off—6/7), and debate whether Netflix owning Hogwarts means we're getting Squid Games of Fire. Plus, Jahmez 5000 threatens the integrity of theater chains everywhere, Yung Phil summons Superior Iron Man energy, and Fray keeps us all grounded with logic… which we promptly ignore. ⸻ TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS 00:00 – 03:00 • Cold open chaos & sponsors that keep us caffeinated and alive 03:01 – 06:30 • Straight From J Jonah – Doom vs. Cap?? Superior Iron Man?? – MCU multiverse spiraling out of control (again) 06:30 – 12:00 • Headlines – Disney+ says "We're totally grown-ups now!" – True crime, UK dramas, & Mormon Wives (Jahmez's new guilty pleasure) 12:01 – 32:00 • Watching the Watchtower – Batman villains that actually make sense in a grounded universe – Calendar Man's one sabbath day: 6/7 – Professor Pyg = terrifying plastic surgeon – Maxie Zeus = that one gym bro who definitely thinks he's a god 32:01 – 01:31:00 • The Trend Up – Netflix's $77B attempt to collect Warner Bros. like Infinity Stones – Paramount/Skydance fires back with a hostile "NUH-UH, OUR TOY" offer – Theaters panic – Will Netflix create theatrical releases or just beam movies directly into our retinas? – Is this a monopoly or the world's nerdiest custody battle? 01:31:01 – End • Giveaways, merch, chaos, and Bruce being told to go to bed ⸻ KEY TAKEAWAYS • Doom vs. Cap rumors hint at Superior Iron Man–style multiverse mayhem • Disney+ really wants you to know it's not just for kids (but we already knew… Deadpool...

Stranger Tangents | Chapter 252

Dec 3, 2025 1 hr 28 min

Episode Summary This week on Distance NERDing, Phil & Jen spiral into glorious speculation chaos! From Sadie Sink possibly joining Spider-Man: Brand New Day to Marvel's trailer-drop sorcery, we chase theories harder than Peter Parker chases rent. We also dive into the Stranger Things universe expanding beyond the 80s—because nothing says "family-friendly nostalgia" like mind-controlled agents, Punisher teaming with Spidey, and a possible spin-off set in the 1950s nuclear test sites. Expect wild theories, accidental mini-strokes, and enough nerd energy to power the Upside Down. Timestamps & Topics 02:00 – Gem State Comic Con guest hype & psychic-powered wedding invites 03:40 – Marvel News Block kicks off 08:00 – Sadie Sink joins Spider-Man: Brand New Day (hairgate commences) 14:00 – Gwen Stacy theories & fiery debates 16:00 – Punisher vs. Spidey morality smackdown 23:30 – Marvel trailer-drop predictions (NASA cameo, anyone?) 26:00 – Avatar shade + blue cat movie slander 01:02:00 – "Satisfying but creepy" TV moments 01:03:00 – Stranger Things spin-off speculation (1950s? 90s? California?!) 01:27:00 – Wrap-up, Taco Party plug, and the obligatory "Keep Nerding Together" Key Takeaways • Sadie Sink's mystery Spider-Man role has the fandom more confused than Loki in a straight timeline. • Punisher + Spider-Man = the most chaotic buddy cop duo since Turner & Hooch. • Marvel dropping trailers on Sundays is officially a personality trait. • The Avatar franchise still has zero buttholes (apparently this matters). • The Stranger Things universe is expanding—with time jumps, new eras, new locations, and probably more telepathic shenanigans. • Jen still needs to watch seasons 2–5. Phil is judging lovingly. Quotes • "Even when we don't speculate… we do." • "I don't know what you do in your tights, but I kill people." — Phil's inner Punisher • "Government goons gone wild!" • "Was that a black-suit Spider-Man?" • "Avatar minus the buttholes."...

How to Ruin a Labubu | Chapter 251

Nov 26, 2025 1 hr 43 min

⭐ Episode Summary This week on Distance NERDing, Phil and Jen run the ship duo-style—no Jahmez, no brakes, maximum chaos. We dive into Black Panther 3, Daredevil drama, Jimmy Olsen getting promoted, Star Wars news overload, The Mandalorian's future, Ryan Gosling in space (again), and why Bob Iger needs an instruction manual before approving anything. We also debate Batman's height (again), predict Secret Wars madness, and pitch a Distance Nerding CAR that comes with a free towel—because we're classy like that. 🕒 Timestamps & Topics 00:00 — Warning: Live show, spicy language, questionable humor 01:00 — Phil & Jen Solo Edition 03:00 — Straight From J. Jonah: Marvel News 06:40 — Black Panther 3 confirmed 09:00 — Hugh Jackman can't stop teasing Wolverine 16:45 — Secret Wars speculation chaos 24:45 — Daredevil villains: Owl? Bullet? Scooby-Doo? 27:00 — Watching the Watchtower: Jimmy Olsen levels up 33:00 — DCU world-building & reporter-verse discussions 41:10 — Batman vs. Superman height war (again) 42:50 — Headlines: Zeb returning, Mandalorian updates 47:00 — Ryan Gosling's Starfighter & Bob Iger being Bob Iger 49:30 — Rian Johnson trilogy officially dead 51:00 — Stargate revival 01:21:00 — Invincible Season 2 reactions 01:39:00 — Merch plug + events + chaos 01:42:00 — Upcoming guests & schedule 🔑 Key Takeaways • Black Panther 3 is Ryan Coogler's next project, and continuity matters. • Hugh Jackman will absolutely show up again, no matter what multiverse he's stuck in. • Secret Wars could be the biggest portal-fest since Endgame. • Jimmy Olsen might finally become cool—James Gunn said so. • Zeb is returning, so cue the live-action hype. • Starfighter might be the Star Wars story people have been begging for… unless Bob Iger interferes again. • Invincible Season 2 brings montages, emotions, and Phil predicting everything too early. • Distance Nerding merch is real and apparently comes with a free towel if you buy a car. 💬 Q...

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