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The Nerdpocalypse is your weekly source for the biggest news in movies, TV shows, and pop culture. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence, we break down Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Netflix, streaming wars, box office numbers, casting announcements, and trailer reactions with sharp opinions and plenty of laughs. We cover: Marvel MCU news, DC Universe updates, Star Wars news, movie reviews, TV show reviews, trailer reactions, box office analysis, Netflix news, Disney+ news, streaming wars, superhero movies, sci-fi movies, horror movies, action movies, casting news, comic book adaptations, Hollywood business, and nerd culture. 667+ episodes and counting. The original TNP Studios show — running strong since 2011. New episodes every week. Subscribe for your weekly nerd news fix. 🎧 Also on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and all major podcast platforms. 💎 Premium content: TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium

  1. Game of Thrones Movie, God of War Series Disaster & Paramount Buys Warner Bros

    4D AGO

    Game of Thrones Movie, God of War Series Disaster & Paramount Buys Warner Bros

    Hollywood is consolidating at lightning speed and franchises are expanding everywhere — but not everyone's happy about it. This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast: Game of Thrones is getting a theatrical movie (yes, really), the God of War TV series creator just called his the upcoming show "dumb" and "terrible," based on seeing a first image released and Paramount just won a $110 billion bidding war for Warner Bros Discovery, beating out Netflix in one of the biggest media mergers in history.   **GAME OF THRONES MOVIE** Warner Bros is officially developing a Game of Thrones theatrical film. After the divisive final season and the House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms successes, HBO is betting big that audiences will return to Westeros on the big screen. We break down what this could mean for the franchise, whether fans will show up after Season 8's backlash, and if this signals a new era of prestige TV-to-film adaptations.   **GOD OF WAR SERIES - CREATOR CALLS IT "DUMB AND TERRIBLE"** The God of War TV series for Amazon Prime just got its first look, and the game's creator David Jaffe is NOT holding back. He went on record calling the show "dumb" and "terrible," criticizing Amazon's approach to adapting the beloved PlayStation franchise. We discuss what went wrong with the image release.   **PARAMOUNT WINS $110 BILLION WBD BIDDING WAR** In one of the largest media mergers in history, Paramount has signed a $110 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, beating out Netflix in a months-long bidding war. This massive consolidation means: HBO Max and Paramount+ are merging into one streaming platform - Warner Bros film slate now under Paramount control - Major concerns about release schedule conflicts and studio layoffs - Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos explains why they pulled out of the bidding We break down what this means for streaming competition, theatrical releases, legacy franchises (DC, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings), and whether this signals the end of the streaming wars or just a new phase of mega-consolidation. Trailers: Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, Scary Movie 6, and Mortal Kombat 2 Industry analysis: Are we entering an era of 3-4 mega-studios controlling everything?  From franchise expansion to industry consolidation, Hollywood is changing fast. We're breaking it all down. The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

    1h 17m
  2. Ryan Coogler's X-Files, Sony Rebooting Their Spider-Verse & Paramount vs Netflix Battle for WB

    FEB 26

    Ryan Coogler's X-Files, Sony Rebooting Their Spider-Verse & Paramount vs Netflix Battle for WB

    This week on The Nerdpocalypse we talk everything from the Ryan Coogler X-Files reboot to Paramount sweetening their deal for WB to Sony's Spider-Man extended universe reboot, and more. TV & Streaming News: Ryan Coogler (Black Panther, Sinners) is bringing The X-Files back to life with Danielle Deadwyler (The Piano Lesson) as the lead in Hulu's highly anticipated reboot. We break down what this means for the iconic sci-fi franchise and why Coogler's involvement has us pretty interested. PLUS: Ed Skrein (Deadpool) joins Amazon's God of War series as Baldur, the unpredictable son of Odin. We discuss the casting and what to expect from this PlayStation adaptation. Hollywood Business Wars: The battle for Warner Bros. Discovery heats up as Paramount sweetens its $31-per-share offer, potentially derailing Netflix's merger plans. We analyze what this billion-dollar bidding war means for the future of streaming and theatrical releases. THEN: Sony Pictures chairman Tom Rothman confirms they're rebooting the abysmal Sony Spider-Man Extended Universe with "new people" after Madame Web, Morbius, and Kraven the Hunter flopped hard at the box office. We discuss what went wrong and what comes next for Sony's side of Spider-Man's cinematic future. Trailers: We react to the Spider-Noir trailer featuring Nicolas Cage's dark take on Spider-Man. What We're Watching: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Steal, Cross Season 2, and The Naked Gun reboot. Subscribe for weekly breakdowns of the biggest news in movies, TV, streaming, and gaming! CHECKED OUT A Knight of the Seven KingdomsStealCross - S2The Naked GunTOPICS - Section 1 ‘The X-Files’ Reboot Casts Danielle Deadwyler to Star, Ryan Coogler to DirectEd Skrein joins “God of War” as BaldurTOPICS - Section 2 Paramount is back in the race to acquire WB with new sweeter dealSony to Reboot Spider-Man Universe With “New People” After Several Box Office FlopsWTF? by JayTeeDee from the “Edit That Out” Podcast Micah: https://tinyurl.com/ChyropratTerrence: https://tinyurl.com/bomovrmyassJay: https://tinyurl.com/selfvampTRAILERS Spider-Noir The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

    1h 22m
  3. Great Value Metal Gear (Helldivers, Brendan Fraser's Mummy, War Machine) | Ep671

    FEB 20

    Great Value Metal Gear (Helldivers, Brendan Fraser's Mummy, War Machine) | Ep671

    This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return for a short show to talk about Jason Momoa starring in an upcoming Helldivers movie by Justin Lin, Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are returning for another movie in their "Mummy" series in 2028, Dan Tractenberg (Predator: Badlands) signs a first look deal with Paramount, trailers for "War Machine," and "The Adventures of Cliff Booth." CHECKED OUT The Bald BrothersTOPICS - Section 1 Jason Momoa to star in “Helldivers” for 2027 by Justin LinBrendan Fraser & Rachel Weisz to return for another “Mummy” movie in 2028TOPICS - Section 2 ‘Predator: Badlands’ Filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg Signs First-Look Deal With ParamountThe Apple officially acquired “Severance”TRAILERS War MachineThe Adventures of THE ADVENTURES OF CLIFF BOOTH The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

    45 min
  4. Needs More Skeletor (Masters of the Universe, Wonder Man, Oscar Nominations) | Ep670

    JAN 31

    Needs More Skeletor (Masters of the Universe, Wonder Man, Oscar Nominations) | Ep670

    This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss His&Hers series on Netflix, the newly released Netflix film The Rip, Marvel's new Spotlight series Wonder Man, live-action Gundamn movie in the works, Ted Lasso season 4 release update, Oscar nominations, trailers for Atropia, Super Mario Galaxy, Invincible season 4, Maul: Shadow Lord, Neighbors, Daredevil Reborn season 2, and Masters of the Universe  CHECKED OUT His&HersThe RipWonder ManTOPICS - Section 1 Live-Action ‘Gundam’ Movie Starring Sydney Sweeney & Noah CentineoTOPICS - Section 2 Ted Lasso season 4 release updateOscar NominationsTRAILERS AtropiaSuper Mario GalaxyInvincible - Season 4Star Wars: Maul - Shadow LordNeighborsDaredevil Reborn - Season 2Masters of the Universe The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

    1h 12m
  5. What More Do You Want? (God of War, Tomb Raider, Lucasfilm) | Ep669

    JAN 22

    What More Do You Want? (God of War, Tomb Raider, Lucasfilm) | Ep669

    This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss Martin Lawrence's return to stand-up, God of War tv series casting, first look at Sophie Turner as Lara Croft for the upcoming Tomb Raider series, McG is rebooting Baywatch, White House is mad about Star Trek having women in it, 50 Cent building a huge G-Unit Studio in Louisiana, big shakeups over at Lucasfilm, and much more! CHECKED OUT Martin Lawrence: Y’all Still Know What It IsTOPICS - Section 1 God of War casting has begunKratos, SifFirst look at Sophie Turner as Lara Croft in the upcoming Tomb Raider seriesMcG to help reboot “Baywatch” seriesTOPICS - Section 2 Now the White House is commenting on Star Trek because they are very serious50 Cent’s Studio Plans $124 Million Investment In Louisiana ComplexBig shakeup over at Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy is outWTF? by JayTeeDee from the “Edit That Out” Podcast Micah: https://tinyurl.com/fortdaniteTerrence:  https://tinyurl.com/thepeetapesJay: https://tinyurl.com/chignontusk The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

    1h 14m
  6. The Rise of the Replicants (His & Hers, Golden Globes, Paramount Keeps Pushing) | Ep668

    JAN 15

    The Rise of the Replicants (His & Hers, Golden Globes, Paramount Keeps Pushing) | Ep668

    This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast the guys return to discuss the limited series His & Hers, the Golden Globes, Paramount's inability to accept no for an answer from Warner Bros, trailers for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2, The Mummy, and more. CHECKED OUT His & HersPredator BadlandsThe Smashing MachineFantastic 4TOPICS - Section 1 Golden GlobesTOPICS - Section 2 Paramount Skydance Sues Warner Bros. DiscoveryTRAILERS Monarch: Legacy of Monsters - Season 2The Mummy The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

    1h 21m
  7. Building A Hype Train (Jordan Peele MCU, Doomsday Trailers, Robin Hood) | Ep667

    JAN 10

    Building A Hype Train (Jordan Peele MCU, Doomsday Trailers, Robin Hood) | Ep667

    This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast, the guys return to discuss Roofman, Marty Supreme, Sebastian Stan joins The Batman sequel, opposite Robert Pattison, Tom Cruise worked on the latest Star War film, is Jordan Peele coming to work in the MCU to work on Blade?, discussion on the four Avengers: Doomsday trailers that have hit theaters, trailers for Wonder Man, The Death of Robin Hood, They Will Kill You, and much more.  CHECKED OUT Roofman Marty SupremeTOPICS - Section 1 Sebastian Stan is officially joining The Batman 2 opposite Robert PattisonBarry Keoghan Expected To Return As JokerWhy are we still doing this?TOPICS - Section 2 Tom Cruise is now involved in the future of Star WarsJordan Peele May Reportedly Make An MCU Movie, Is It ‘Blade’?Let’s talk about the four teaser trailers for Avengers: Doomsday so farCapThorX-MenBlack Panther/F4WTF? by JayTeeDee from the “Edit That Out” Podcast Micah: https://tinyurl.com/foryamzJay: https://tinyurl.com/bubsberstTRAILERS Wonder ManThe Death of Robin HoodThey Will Kill You The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

    1h 40m
  8. Future AI at its most Modest (Wake Up Dead Man, Terminator Reboot, Paramount Rejected) | Ep666

    12/19/2025

    Future AI at its most Modest (Wake Up Dead Man, Terminator Reboot, Paramount Rejected) | Ep666

    This week on The Nerdpocalypse Podcast (last episode of 2025), the guys return to discuss the new Running Man adaptation, F1, Wake Up Dead Man (Knives Out 3), James Cameron discusses his Terminator series reboot, A Different World sequel series coming to Netflix, Youtube will host the Academy Awards starting in 2029 and ending in 2033, Disney inks deal with OpenAI to use its characters in Sora, WB reject the Paramount deal, Rob Reiner's death sparks something politically usual in this era, trailers for Greenland 2, The Pitt season 2, and Guy Ritchie's Young Sherlock series, and much more. CHECKED OUT The Running ManF1Wake Up Dead ManTOPICS - Section 1 James Cameron is working on Terminator Reboot after AvatarOriginal actors to show up in ‘A Different World’ Sequel SeriesYoutube will host the Academy Awards from 2029-2033TOPICS - Section 2 Disney Inks Blockbuster $1B Deal With OpenAI, Handing Characters Over To SoraWB rejects Paramount’s corporate takeover “offer”Jared Kushner and his team pull money from Paramount backingRob Reiner’s death reminds us the once dominant “mono-culture” in moviesWTF? by JayTeeDee from the “Edit That Out” Podcast Micah: https://tinyurl.com/isitthebraidsJay: https://tinyurl.com/UnszndTRAILERS Greenland 2: MigrationThe Pitt (season 2)Young Sherlock The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

    1h 25m
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The Nerdpocalypse is your weekly source for the biggest news in movies, TV shows, and pop culture. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence, we break down Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Netflix, streaming wars, box office numbers, casting announcements, and trailer reactions with sharp opinions and plenty of laughs. We cover: Marvel MCU news, DC Universe updates, Star Wars news, movie reviews, TV show reviews, trailer reactions, box office analysis, Netflix news, Disney+ news, streaming wars, superhero movies, sci-fi movies, horror movies, action movies, casting news, comic book adaptations, Hollywood business, and nerd culture. 667+ episodes and counting. The original TNP Studios show — running strong since 2011. New episodes every week. Subscribe for your weekly nerd news fix. 🎧 Also on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and all major podcast platforms. 💎 Premium content: TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium

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