Punch Drunk Nerd (Weekly Nerd Talk + Pop Culture Reviews)

Luis Gonzalez, Miguel Sanchez, Ed Ball (Pop Culture Reviews and Weekly Nerd Talk Type S***t)

We talk N3RD $H!T. Every week we talk about the biggest nerd news of the week, review the biggest releases, and talk about what we've been into! New Episode every Friday! Follow us @punchdrunknerd Weekly Nerd Talk & Pop Culture Reviews

  1. 2d ago

    Are audiences missing out on Masters of the Universe? We think so. Our review + more! - EP 213

    By the power of Grayskull… I think we enjoyed MASTERS OF UNIVERSE! Miguel and Ed are back at it this week, this time we checked out the new He-Man and Skeletor adventure!  Does it have the power to win audiences? Before we dive into all that, we dive into the mouth of a whale! Yes, the trailer for WHALEFALL  just dropped and we might actually be pretty pumped for it! Plus we celebrate the announcement of ALIEN: ISOLATION 2!  But how do we feel about THE SOCIAL RECKONING? Of course, we catch up on the Summer Movie Wager, discussing the fall of The Mandalorian in the box office! And Miguel swings in with a revisit of Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy.  Does it hold up? All that and more this week, with only more to come so be sure to check us out wherever you get your podcasts, find us on youtube and social media.  Like, subscribe, follow and comment, and stay tuned for more! 00:00 - Intro 00:11 - Welcome back to Punch Drunk Nerd 01:03 - Summer Movie Wager Update 08:12 - Video Game Trailers Discussion 16:19 - Whalefall Trailer Thoughts 31:24 - Social Network Sequel Discussion 45:09 - Masters of the Universe Feature Discussion 01:09:33 - What We're Into

    1h 40m

  2. Jun 5

    Are we obsessed with… OBSESSION? Review + News!

    Indie horror makes a splash this week as the obsession with OBSESSION takes hold of audiences and BACKROOMS hits big at the box office!  But are the Nerds as obsessed?  This week we review OBSESSION for our feature discussion and get a taste of the BACKROOMS with Miguel! Before all that though, we catch up on the Summer Movie Wager as these two horror flicks shake things up, and where we all currently stand. We also delve in some news with the announcement of the latest God of War spinoff, LAUFEY, and that one of our favorite movies of ‘26 so far, NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE got some much deserved love and awards! We tear into the trailer for The End of Oak Street - some of us are over this style of trailer for sure, but dinosaurs?  Anne Hathaway? Come on! And we round it out with what we’re into including a personal experience Miguel had with Backrooms (and The Breadwinner?), and Luis pumps us up for Appletvs Widows Bay! All that and more, be sure to check out the episode, follow like and subscribe on social media and youtube, and stay tuned for our weekly podcast! 00:00 - Intro 00:11 - Introduction and Personal Updates 00:57 - Summer Movie Wager and Box Office Discussion 03:29 - Movie Reviews and Opinions 17:26 - Trailer and Movie Industry Talk 40:10 - AI in Advertising and Personal Experiences 45:34 - Gaming and Droid Tycoon 55:15 - Obsession Movie Deep Dive 88:41 - Backrooms Movie and Personal Anecdotes 109:18 - Final Thoughts and Upcoming Plans

    1h 51m

  3. May 29

    We talk about Mandalorian and Grogu but it's like chill

    the title pretty much said what we are going to talk about. oh yeah and the timecode below does too. lol00:00 - Intro03:00 - Summer Box Office Update12:00 - X Men Season 2 Trailer15:00 - Primetime Trailer18:00 - Mandalorian and Grogu Review33:00 - Droid Tycoon40:00 - BLARF44:00 - Rewatching Nolan

    52 min

  4. May 15

    Becoming Content Creators, Screenwriters, and allowing yourself to try something new - Episode 210

    This is a CHILL ahh episode. With one nerd traveling abroad, Luis and Miguel decide to switch gears and have an introspective conversation on just about everything in their minds this week.  From content creation to writing your very first screenplay, the nerds chat about the obstacles and hurdles they face everyday. Plus some off the dome conversation starters that keep them chatting longer than they ever expected.  Of course there is the summer movie wager update but this episode is something different. Sit back and vibe or skip all together. This one is for the boys.  Like and subscribe BBs and don’t forget to leave a 5 star review on your favorite podcast platforms.  00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Summer Box Office Update 02:55 - Comedians as Horror Directors 09:03 - How to Crack Framed WTF 20:11 - Movies that Make Us Cry 29:12 - Fandoms We're Embarrassed Of 38:46 - Filming in Movie Theatres for Social Media 47:33 - Being Content Creators 53:50 - Mortal Kombat 01:01:41 - Rewatching the MCU 01:09:14 - Sheep Detective 01:19:00 - Writing My Movie

    1h 30m

  5. May 8

    The Odyssey trailer arrives + Ted Lasso RETURNS?? - Episode 209

    This week’s episode is packed with major franchise news, horror hype, blockbuster trailers, and a little bit of Star Wars chaos. We kick things off with the news that Matt Shakman, director of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, is officially heading to the Planet of the Apes franchise for a brand-new film, with writer Josh Friedman also returning. We talk about what this could mean for the future of the series and why the creative team has us excited. In Trailer Talk, we react to a huge lineup of new trailers including Ted Lasso Season 4, the new Resident Evil, Evil Dead Burn, The Odyssey final trailer, and Tony — the Anthony Bourdain film directed by Matt Johnson. Some trailers instantly won us over, some surprised us, and a few sparked big conversations about where these franchises are headed next. Then in What We’re Into, Miguel revisits Avengers: Infinity War and reflects on why it still works as one of the MCU’s biggest event films. Ed checks out Lord of the Flies on Netflix, dives into Hocum, and spends some time with Maul: Shadow Lord. Meanwhile, Luis jumps into the new Star Wars content and levels in Fortnite, bringing the galaxy far, far away into battle royale form once again. A fun episode full of movie talk, TV hype, horror discussion, and big franchise energy from beginning to end. 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Summer Box Office Update 06:20 - New Director for Planet of the Apes 8:50 - Ted Lasso Season 4 Trailer 13:20 - Resident Evil Teaser Trailer 17:25 - Evil Dead Burn Trailer 20:30 - The Odyssey  Trailer 27:30 - Tony Trailer 35:15 - MCU Rewatch 44:25 - Lord of the Flies 44:25 - Hokum 56:25 - Fortnite

    1h 2m

  6. May 1

    Predicting the Biggest Movies of the Summer - The Summer Movie Wager 2026 (feat. Benny Watts) - EP 208

    It’s time for the ultimate summer showdown. Luis, Ed, Miguel, and special guest Benny Watts go head-to-head in the Summer Movie Wager, each drafting their picks for the top 10 highest-grossing movies of the summer based on domestic box office. From safe blockbuster bets to risky dark horses, every pick counts and every list says something different about how this summer could play out. Who’s playing it smart? Who’s taking big swings? And who’s already doomed? If you love box office predictions, movie debates, and summer blockbuster hype, this one’s for you. Let the games begin. Click the Link to track our picks and see who is winning! - https://linkly.link/2i7Kz Summer Movie Wager Point System 13 points - If you get 1 or 10 Correct 10 points - If you nail your guess correctly 7 points - 1 spot away 5 points - 2 spots away 3 points - Anywhere in Top 10 1 point - Dark Horse *Thank You FilmCast for inspiring us to play the Summer Movie Wager* SUMMER MOVIES 2026 Devil Wears Prada 2 (May 1, 2026) 20th Century Studios  Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci The Sheep Detective (May 8, 2026) Working Title Films Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson, Nicholas Braun, Brett Goldstein, Bryan Cranston, Regina Hall Mortal Kombat 2 (May 8, 2026) Warner Bros. Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Jessica McNamee, Martyn Ford, Hiroyuki Sanda,  Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (May 22,2026) Walt Disney Studios Pedro Pascal, Sigroueny Weaver, Jermey Allen White,  The Backrooms (May 29, 2026) A24 Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve, Mark Duplass, Lukita Maxwell,  Scary Movie (June 5, 2026) Paramount Pictures Marlon Wayans, Anna Faris, Shawn Wayans, Regina Hall, Cheri Oteri, Masters of the Universe (June 5, 2026) Amazon MGM Studios  Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Jared Leto, Alison Brie, Morena Baccarin, Idris Elba, Kristen Wiig Disclosure Day (June 12, 2026) - Steven Spielberg  Universal Pictures Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, Colman Domingo, Wyatt Russell, Josh O’Connor, Eve Hewson Toy Story 5 (June 19, 2026) Disney / Pixar Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Greta Lee, Ernie Hudson, Keanu Reeves, John Ratzenberger, Wallace Shawn Supergirl (June 26, 2026) DC / Warner Bros. Milly Alcock, Jason Momoa, David Corenswet,  Minions and Monsters (July 1, 2026) Illumination / Universal Pictures Jesse Eisenberg, Christoph Waltz, Trey Parker, Zoey Deutch, Jeff Bridges, Bobby Moynihan, Allison Janney Moana (July 10, 2026) Walt Disney Studios Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Laga’aia  Evil Dead Burn (July 10, 2026) Warner Bros. Hunter Doohan, Luciana Buchana, The Odyssey (July 17, 2026) Universal Pictures Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Elliot Page, Robert Pattinson, Anne Hathaway, Jon Berenthal, Mia Goth, Benny Safdie, Charlize Theron, John Leguizamo, James Remar, Nick E. Tarabay, Lupita Nyong’o Spider-Man: Brand New Day (July 31, 2026) Marvel / Sony Pictures Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Michael Mando, Sadie SInk Insidious: Out of the Further (August 21, 2026) Sony Pictures / Blumhouse Productions Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Laura Gordon, Sam Spruell, Brandon perea, Amelia Eve, Lin Shaye

    1h 40m

  7. Apr 24

    The biggest titles out of CinemaCon 2026 and We get our first creepy look at CLAYFACE! - Episode 207

    Sooo many titles announced at Cinemacon 2026, we could hardly keep up! This week, we discussed the news out of cinemacon that had us the most excited, concerned, or downright bored. We got eyes on Zach Cregger’s triple feature future, including the upcoming RESIDENT EVIL adaptation and, possibly, an Aunt Gladys Spinoff? Are we really ready to Fock around again?  With the latest trailer for FOCKERS IN LAW, we’re not so sure.  And of all the carols in all the christmases, Ti West is directing this one?  And it stars Johnny Depp?!  Bah Humbug. All that and a hell of a lot more, you gotta listen and you’ll get it.   Plus we have some other trailers, with COYOTE VS. ACME rising from the ashes, a new 007 FIRST LIGHT game trailer, and a very exciting, very disturbing look at the villain stand-alone film, CLAYFACE!  But is it for everyone? Finally, we get into what we’re into!  From Euphoria to Love on the Spectrum, the latest update on Outlander, and a spoiler-free review of season 2 of BEEF! It's a jolly mish mash of a discussion, so check it out wherever you find your podcasts, find us on youtube, follow us on socials, and please like, subscribe, and feel free to share your comments!   00:00 - INTRO  1:05 - Favorites from Cinema Con 2026 18:30 - Everything Announced at Cinema Con  31:35 - Fockers in Law Trailer 35:54 - Street Fighter Trailer 40:02 - 007: First Light Trailer 59:05 - Coyote Vs ACME 01:03:35 - Clayface Trailer 01:03:35 - Love on the Spectrum Season 4 01:27:50 - Beef Season 2

    1h 35m

  8. Apr 17

    New Movies from Cinema Con 2026 and We discuss Euphoria Season 3 Episode 1 - EP 206

    Rue and company are back in style for season 3 of EUPHORIA, but is the show able to live up to expectations after a 4 year hiatus (or a mere weekend if you’re our Luis)?On this week’s episode we’re back together to discuss the premiere of the final season of HBO’s hit show, but before all that, we have a con to discuss… CinemaCon that is.Although we don’t have eyes on the event itself, we are reaping the heaps of news and announcements coming from there, and there’s plenty to be excited for so far…Warners Bros. confirmed some casing news for the definitely-happening-now HUNT FOR GOLLUM movie, including Kate Winslet, and Jamie Dornan, taking over the role of Aragorn. Plus some exciting details circulating Tom Cruise’s DIGGERSony came swinging in with some SPIDER-MAN: BEYOND THE SPIDERVERSE first looks, plus some deets on the highly anticipated final act to the amazing trilogy.AND we get a very exciting teaser trailer - in the truest sense of the term - for GODZILLA MINUS ZERO!After our feature discussion, we catch up on what we’re into, including the latest animated STAR WARS series, MAUL: SHADOW LORD. And we prove that we do do other things beyond gaming and movies. We also read BOOKS! Luis wraps Project Hail Mary, and Ed shares his progress on The First Law trilogy.It's a jolly mish mash of a discussion, so check it out wherever you find your podcasts, find us on youtube, follow us on socials, and please like, subscribe, and feel free to share your comments! 00:00 - Intro2:30 - LOTR: The Hunt for Gollum10:30 - Beyond the Spiderverse12:00 - The Digger18:10 - Godzilla Minus Zero27:25 - Euphoria S346:13 - Invite Trailer53:30 - Maul: Shadow Lord01:53:00 - Books

    1h 17m
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We talk N3RD $H!T. Every week we talk about the biggest nerd news of the week, review the biggest releases, and talk about what we've been into! New Episode every Friday! Follow us @punchdrunknerd Weekly Nerd Talk & Pop Culture Reviews

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  • Creator
    Luis Gonzalez, Miguel Sanchez, Ed Ball (Pop Culture Reviews and Weekly Nerd Talk Type S***t)
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    215
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Luis Gonzalez, Miguel Sanchez, Ed Ball (Pop Culture Reviews and Weekly Nerd Talk Type S***t)
  • Show Website
    Punch Drunk Nerd (Weekly Nerd Talk + Pop Culture Reviews)