Reel Insights

Nerdtropolis

Welcome to Reel Insights, part of The Nerdtropolis Podcast Network, where Sean Tajipour brings you closer to the stars and stories shaping today’s biggest movies and TV shows. On each episode, Sean sits down with actors, directors, and creators for fun, insightful conversations that go beyond the usual press junket. From behind-the-scenes stories and career journeys to surprising moments and personal passions, Reel Insights gives listeners a front-row seat to the people behind the entertainment they love. Whether it is a major blockbuster, a buzzy new series, or a rising talent you need to k

  1. Jun 4

    MARTA MILANS: SHAZAM! & M.I.A.

    Marta Milans joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about M.I.A., Peacock’s crime thriller from Ozark creator Bill Dubuque. In this conversation, Milans breaks down playing Caroline, a powerful and ruthless woman who moves through the show with confidence, control and a clear end goal.Milans opens up about what excited her most about stepping into Caroline’s world, why the character’s energy is so dangerous, and the line that helped her understand exactly who Caroline is. She also talks about the show’s Miami setting, its cartel drama, family secrets, betrayal, loyalty and the powerful women at the center of the story.The conversation also dives into Caroline’s wardrobe and how fashion helped shape the character’s power. Milans discusses working with costume designer Olivia Miles, the sharp suits, aggressive lines, Alexander McQueen pieces, Tom Ford shoes, Gucci looks and the way Caroline uses style to command every room without needing to fit old stereotypes.Milans also reflects on her time in the Shazam! franchise as Mama Rosa, what she learned from working on massive superhero sets, and how that warm character compares to the darker, more ruthless world of M.I.A. Plus, she talks about White Lines, playing characters close to herself, directing and producing The Seventh Turn, and why she would love to play a spy next.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

    13 min

  2. Jun 4

    DRAGON STRIKER: Sylvain Dos Santos and Charles Lefebvre

    Dragon Striker creators Sylvain Dos Santos and Charles Lefebvre join Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Disney’s new anime-inspired fantasy adventure series coming to Disney+ and Hulu. In this conversation, the creators break down the magical sports world of Dragon Striker, where farm boy Key discovers his powerful natural talent and learns he could be destined to become the legendary Dragon Striker.Dos Santos opens up about the sports anime and shonen influences behind the series, including Captain Tsubasa, Inazuma Eleven and Saint Seiya, and explains how the team wanted to make magic a real part of the game and the universe. Lefebvre also dives into the show’s bold visual style, blending European fantasy, Japanese animation influences, video game inspiration, medieval design and modern streetwear.The conversation also explores the world-building behind Dragon Striker, from Kal Asterock and the show’s magical energy called Tama to the hidden lore, background details, creatures, props, tapestries, crystals and two moons that fans should pay close attention to as the season unfolds.Dos Santos and Lefebvre also discuss the childhood cartoons, anime, movies and games that shaped their creative DNA, including Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy, Monster Hunter, Escaflowne, Secret of Mana and more. Plus, they reveal what made Dragon Striker such a unique challenge visually and why they wanted the world to feel alive beyond every frame.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

    10 min

  3. Jun 3

    PATRICK RENNA: The Sandlot, The Big Green, Son In Law & Punks

    Patrick Renna joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about The Sandlot, summer nostalgia and his partnership with HersHEY’S for a new s’mores campaign. In this conversation, Renna looks back at playing Hamilton “Ham” Porter, why The Sandlot still connects with fans more than 30 years later, and what it feels like to be part of a movie that families continue passing down through generations.Renna also opens up about his love for summer memories, camping, road trips and the great outdoors, while settling the ultimate s’mores debate: Camp Toasty or Camp Gooey. He shares why HersHEY’S felt like a perfect fit for the campaign, how his son joined him for the spots, and why he believes a real s’more is not the same without HersHEY’S chocolate.The HERSHEY’S Flavor Combos S’mores Kit puts a fun twist on the classic campfire treat with everything you need in one convenient box. Each 29.01 oz. kit includes three HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate Bars, three HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate with Caramel Bars, three REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups, two packs of graham crackers and one bag of marshmallows.The conversation also dives into Renna’s career beyond The Sandlot, including memories from Son in Law, The Big Green, Punks, The X-Files, ER, Boston Legal, Home Improvement and GLOW. Plus, Renna shares behind-the-scenes stories about the Sandlot cast, his friendship with Chauncey Leopardi, his “Home Alone moment” at the Ritz-Carlton during the original press tour, and why the movie still gives him “the feels” after all these years.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

    30 min

  4. Jun 3

    BEN GLEIB: IDIOTEST

    Ben Gleib joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Good Night with Ben Gleib, his new independent late-night show built for the YouTube era. In this conversation, Gleib opens up about why late night is not dead, how the format needs to evolve beyond network television, and why he wanted to create an uncensored, uncancelable and truly personal version of the talk show.Gleib also discusses building a late-night studio inside his own home, bringing in a live in-studio audience, and creating a first-of-its-kind global virtual audience that can interact with him and his guests in real time. He shares how Good Night with Ben Gleib will blend celebrity interviews with thought leaders, experts, entrepreneurs and change makers, while still keeping the comedy, chaos and quick wit that fans know from Idiotest.The conversation also looks back at Gleib’s career, from hosting more than 200 episodes of Idiotest to creating Nowhere Comedy, reinventing the telethon with Telethon for America, and using decades of stand-up, hosting and improv experience to build the late-night show he says he was born to do. Plus, Gleib talks about comedy under pressure, whether Idiotest could ever return, and why YouTube may be the future of late night.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

    24 min

  5. May 20

    JASON MEWES: Jay and Silent Bob & Clerks

    Jason Mewes joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Five Things with Jay Mewes, his new YouTube series that turns celebrity interviews into a hangout inside a convenience store. In this conversation, Mewes opens up about why the show feels like the perfect full-circle project after Clerks, how the format brings out unexpected stories from guests, and why his episode with Kevin Smith revealed stories even he had never heard before. Mewes also talks about becoming part of the Murdoch Mysteries universe, his love for comfort shows like Psych and Monk, and why he would still love to see Jay and Silent Bob enter Fortnite. He even shows off his gaming setup while discussing Call of Duty, Chronic Blunt Punch, and the fan campaign to get Jay and Silent Bob skins into the game.The conversation also gets personal as Mewes reflects on recovery, nearly 16 years of sobriety, and the fans who tell him his openness helped them through their own journeys. Plus, he teases the future of Jay and Silent Bob, including Kevin Smith’s already-written Jay and Silent Bob’s Star Wars script and hopes for another big-screen reunion. Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

    21 min

  6. May 15

    GINA CARANO

    Gina Carano joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about her long-awaited return to fighting for Rousey vs. Carano, one of the biggest dream matchups in women’s MMA history. In this conversation, Carano opens up about why Ronda Rousey kept pursuing the fight, why the timing finally felt right, and how saying yes helped her reconnect with her body, health, discipline and purpose.Carano also talks about falling in love with the fight process again, the strict “eat, sleep, train” lifestyle of camp, and why she is trying to enjoy every moment before fight night. She also shares her thoughts on choosing the perfect walkout song, why she believes walkout songs choose the fighter, and what kind of music gives her life when she is exhausted in training.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

    7 min

  7. May 15

    ROBERT HAYS: Airplane!, Iron Man & Homeward Bound

    Robert Hays joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Airplane!, the classic comedy that made him a household name as Ted Striker and remains one of the most quotable movies ever made. In this conversation, Hays looks back on the film’s wild legacy, working with Leslie Nielsen, Peter Graves, Lloyd Bridges and Julie Hagerty, and why Airplane! still makes audiences laugh 45 years later.Hays also opens up about the Airplane! Live tour, reuniting with Julie Hagerty, the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped the movie, and why Airplane 3 never happened. He also reflects on his career beyond the cockpit, including Homeward Bound, Starman, Angie and voicing Tony Stark/Iron Man before the Marvel Cinematic Universe became a global phenomenon.Airplane! Live gives fans the chance to watch the iconic comedy on the big screen and hear behind-the-scenes stories from Robert Hays and Julie Hagerty: https://www.airplanelivetour.com/ Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

    40 min

  8. May 15

    TOM CLANCY'S JACK RYAN GHOST WAR: Andrew Bernstein

    Jack Ryan: Ghost War director Andrew Bernstein joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War, the new action thriller that brings John Krasinski’s Prime Video hero back for his most personal and dangerous mission yet. In this conversation, Bernstein opens up about making his feature directorial debut, building the movie as a standalone thriller, and pushing Jack Ryan into a bigger, more cinematic world.Bernstein also breaks down the pressure of jumping from the hit Prime Video series into a feature film, how 1970s action and espionage movies influenced the tone, and why the action had to be larger while still staying character-driven. He also shares why he believes John Krasinski may not be done as Jack Ryan and why there are still more stories to tell in this world.Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War stars John Krasinski, Wendell Pierce, Michael Kelly, Max Beesley, JJ Feild, Douglas Hodge, Betty Gabriel, and Sienna Miller. Directed by Andrew Bernstein, the film follows Jack Ryan as he is pulled back into the world of espionage when a covert mission exposes a deadly conspiracy tied to a rogue black-ops unit.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

    4 min
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Ratings & Reviews

4.8
out of 5
6 Ratings

About

Welcome to Reel Insights, part of The Nerdtropolis Podcast Network, where Sean Tajipour brings you closer to the stars and stories shaping today’s biggest movies and TV shows. On each episode, Sean sits down with actors, directors, and creators for fun, insightful conversations that go beyond the usual press junket. From behind-the-scenes stories and career journeys to surprising moments and personal passions, Reel Insights gives listeners a front-row seat to the people behind the entertainment they love. Whether it is a major blockbuster, a buzzy new series, or a rising talent you need to k

Information

  • Creator
    Nerdtropolis
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    341
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Nerdtropolis
  • Show Website
    Reel Insights

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