Frantic Nerdcast

Frantic Nerdcast

Embark on an epic journey into the heart of all things nerdy and geeky with Aj and Brock on Frantic Nerdcast. Immerse yourself in the realms of movies, anime, comics, cartoons, board games, and trading card games as we explore the geek culture universe. About Us: We are lifelong enthusiasts of everything from the silver screen to the pages of graphic novels. As self-proclaimed pop culture aficionados, we bring you insightful discussions, hilarious banter, and a passion for all things geek. Each episode is a deep dive into the worlds that captivate us, filled with the latest news, reviews, and interviews with fellow geeks who share our fervour. Why Listen: Uncover hidden gems in the vast realms of geek culture. Stay updated on the latest releases and trends. Engage in lively discussions about your favorite movies, anime, comics, and more. Laugh, learn, and connect with a community that celebrates your geekiness.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Episode 106 - Pax Aus, Scrubs, Pokemon Master Sets, Collector Con, Anime, TCGs and more

    Welcome back to the Frantic Nerdcast! In episode 102, the crew returns after a short break to dive deep into everything nerdy. We kick things off with an exclusive look at a brand-new solo survival board game prototype set on Mars—featuring astronauts, monoliths, and oxygen hazards. If you're an anime fan, we’ve got you covered with deep dives into Hell’s Paradise Season 2, the world-building of Jujutsu Kaisen, and a look at the new Digimon Liberator. We also revisit the nostalgia of the Scrubs revival and discuss why it still holds the original magic. For the TCG collectors, we recap the highlights from Collector Con Newcastle. Hear the journey of completing a Pokemon Surging Sparks Master Set, the struggles of "infinite ant" snipers, and a discussion on the current state of One Piece TCG scalping. Plus, we touch on Gundam TCG Phantom Aria pulls and the latest drama in the tabletop world, including the discontinuation of Descent: Legends of the Dark. In this episode: 00:00 - Welcome & Life Updates 02:20 - New Game Reveal: Solo Mars Survival Prototype 04:40 - Anime Round-up: Hell's Paradise, JJK, Frieren, and Digimon 08:15 - TV Talk: The Scrubs Revival & Malcolm in the Middle Rumours 14:10 - Invincible Season 3 Discussion (Spoilers!) 18:40 - The Incredible Voice Cast of Invincible 25:20 - Collector Con Newcastle Recap: Pokemon Master Sets 33:00 - Gundam TCG & One Piece Market Drama 42:30 - EB Games Australia Big Announcement Speculation 48:00 - PAX Australia 2026 Plans & Cosplay Land 55:30 - Board Game News: Descent Discontinued & Warhammer 40k 2nd Ed Revival 1:01:45 - Nerd News: Three Body Problem, Avatar Leaks, and Star Wars Rumours   Support the Show: 🛒 Grab a copy of Monsters at War by emailing: franticnerdcast@gmail.com. 🌐 Visit our website for game dev blogs: franticnerdcast.com. 💬 Join the conversation on Discord (link below)!   Follow us on social media! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553617388296 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/franticnerdcast/ Ajs Insta - https://www.instagram.com/weirdartbyaj/ Brocks Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticbrock/ Zac's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticcaz Discord - https://discord.gg/ajkTjBPRR2 Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/franticnerdcast   Listen to the podcast on Spotify & Apple Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0PcOw5lrrZrkFE1psICsqd?si=e7effe3496374408 Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/sk/podcast/frantic-nerdcast/id1717767605

    1hr 19min
  2. 16 APR

    Episode 105 - Golf Fails, Anime Debates & Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG Hype!

    Welcome back to the Frantic Nerd Cast! In Episode 105, the boys are back from their chaotic golf trip to recap all the action, injuries, and hilarious punishments. From back spasms to walking par-fives backwards, find out who actually took home the trophy (and who just got their KFC first).  In this episode, we dive deep into: The Golf Trip Recap: A look at the "punishment rounds," including mango jalapeño tequila shots and skipping vigorously across the green.  Anime’s Bad Rap: We discuss why some people "poo-poo" anime as just "cartoons for kids" and share our favorite gateway shows like Vinland Saga and Neon Genesis Evangelion. The $30M Cyberpunk Kickstarter: Breaking down the massive success of the latest TCG and what it means for crowdfunding. Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG: Everything you need to know about the new 5.4 million dollar Kickstarter, including pre-painted minis and the new d20 system.  Pop Culture Debates: Why we enjoy "bad" movies like Sharknado and Transformers, plus our thoughts on the Invincible season finale and Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.  Support the Show: 🛒 Grab a copy of Monsters at War by emailing: franticnerdcast@gmail.com. 🌐 Visit our website for game dev blogs: franticnerdcast.com. 💬 Join the conversation on Discord (link below)! Follow us on social media!  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553617388296 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/franticnerdcast/ Ajs Insta - https://www.instagram.com/weirdartbyaj/ Brocks Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticbrock/ Zac's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticcaz Discord -  https://discord.gg/ajkTjBPRR2 Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/franticnerdcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify & Apple Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0PcOw5lrrZrkFE1psICsqd?si=e7effe3496374408 Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/sk/podcast/frantic-nerdcast/id1717767605

    1hr 21min
  3. 9 APR

    Episode 104 - Reboots: Masterpieces or Cash Grabs?

    Welcome to Episode 104 of the Frantic Nerdcast! This week, the crew is fresh (or maybe not so fresh) from their bi-annual golf trip and ready to tackle the complicated legacy of the "Reboot". In this episode: The Golf Trip Recap: We talk about the "Trophy of Destiny," 72-hole charity marathons, and the creative punishments waiting for Brock on the course. Reboots That Worked: A deep dive into why Battlestar Galactica is a gold standard for reboots, plus our thoughts on the Star Trek movie trilogy and the Rise of the Planet of the Apes. The Ones That Failed: Why the Charmed remake and How I Met Your Father missed the mark, and our frustration with the Resident Evil Netflix series. News & Rumors: Updates on the Alita: Battle Angel sequel, Fallout season plans, and the upcoming Harry Potter HBO series. Game Development: We have officially launched our card game, Monsters at War! Learn how you can get your copy of this multiversal monster-shedding game. Support the Show: 🛒 Grab a copy of Monsters at War by emailing: franticnerdcast@gmail.com. 🌐 Visit our website for game dev blogs: franticnerdcast.com. 💬 Join the conversation on Discord (link below)!   Follow us on social media! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553617388296 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/franticnerdcast/ Ajs Insta - https://www.instagram.com/weirdartbyaj/ Brocks Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticbrock/ Zac's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticcaz Discord - https://discord.gg/ajkTjBPRR2 Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/franticnerdcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify & Apple Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0PcOw5lrrZrkFE1psICsqd?si=e7effe3496374408 Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/sk/podcast/frantic-nerdcast/id1717767605

    1hr 23min
  4. 3 APR

    Episode 103 - Best & Worst Anime Adaptations: Did Live Action Ruin These?

    Welcome to Episode 103 of the Frantic Nerdcast! This week, we are tackling a massive topic: Anime Adaptations. We break down the hits, the misses, and the reboots that should have stayed in the vault. In this episode: The Best Adaptations: We discuss why Alice in Borderland is a masterpiece of game-to-screen storytelling and explore the high-tier action of the Rurouni Kenshin films. The Controversial Hits: Is the live-action Cowboy Bebop actually better than the anime? We get into a heated debate over Netflix’s recent attempts at classic IPs. Wishlist Adaptations: From the sports intensity of Blue Lock to the mechanical chaos of Gundam and Robotech, we list the shows we want to see turned into live-action movies. Pokemon & TCG News: We dive into Pokemon history (is Cubone actually a Charmander?) and discuss the "Pokemon vs. Petrol" price war. Support the Show: 🛒 Grab a copy of Monsters at War by emailing: franticnerdcast@gmail.com. 🌐 Visit our website for game dev blogs: franticnerdcast.com. 💬 Join the conversation on Discord (link below)! Follow us on social media! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553617388296 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/franticnerdcast/ Ajs Insta - https://www.instagram.com/weirdartbyaj/ Brocks Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticbrock/ Zac's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticcaz Discord - https://discord.gg/ajkTjBPRR2 Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/franticnerdcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify & Apple Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0PcOw5lrrZrkFE1psICsqd?si=e7effe3496374408 Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/sk/podcast/frantic-nerdcast/id1717767605

    1hr 19min
  5. 26 MAR

    102 - Firefly is BACK! + Cyberpunk TCG Makes $19 Million?!

    Welcome back to the Frantic Nerdcast! In Episode 102, the boys are back from Bali and diving straight into the biggest news in nerd culture. We kick things off with the massive announcement of a new Firefly animated series set between the original show and Serenity, plus the news that Wheel of Time is getting the animation treatment. We also break down the staggering success of the Cyberpunk TCG on Kickstarter, which has already cleared $19 million Aussie dollars.In this episode: TV & Film: Our deep-dive reviews of One Piece Season 2, Invincible Season 4, and Peaky Blinders: Immortal Man. Gaming: Updates on our very own card-shedding game, Monsters at War, now available for $25! Plus, a look at upcoming projects like Armoured Skies and Chaos Rift. Conventions: We’re officially heading to PAX Australia 2026! We talk tickets, travel, and what we're looking forward to on the show floor. Anime & TCG: Thoughts on the new Pokémon Perfect Order set and the latest Gundam TCG news. Support the Show: 🛒 Grab a copy of Monsters at War by emailing: franticnerdcast@gmail.com. 🌐 Visit our website for game dev blogs: franticnerdcast.com 💬 Join the conversation on Discord (link below)! Follow us on social media! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553617388296 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/franticnerdcast/ Ajs Insta - https://www.instagram.com/weirdartbyaj/ Brocks Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticbrock/ Zac's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/franticcaz Discord - https://discord.gg/ajkTjBPRR2 Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/franticnerdcast Listen to the podcast on Spotify & Apple Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0PcOw5lrrZrkFE1psICsqd?si=e7effe3496374408 Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/sk/podcast/frantic-nerdcast/id1717767605

    1hr 19min

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Embark on an epic journey into the heart of all things nerdy and geeky with Aj and Brock on Frantic Nerdcast. Immerse yourself in the realms of movies, anime, comics, cartoons, board games, and trading card games as we explore the geek culture universe. About Us: We are lifelong enthusiasts of everything from the silver screen to the pages of graphic novels. As self-proclaimed pop culture aficionados, we bring you insightful discussions, hilarious banter, and a passion for all things geek. Each episode is a deep dive into the worlds that captivate us, filled with the latest news, reviews, and interviews with fellow geeks who share our fervour. Why Listen: Uncover hidden gems in the vast realms of geek culture. Stay updated on the latest releases and trends. Engage in lively discussions about your favorite movies, anime, comics, and more. Laugh, learn, and connect with a community that celebrates your geekiness.

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