Kris, a teacher and Marvel fanboy, and Dave, a freelance writer and DC fanatic, love to talk about their nerdy passions: comic books, movies and television, and video games. Each week, they discuss nerdy news, recommend new media, and take a deep dive into one niche in nerd culture. “The Nerd Byword” also features interviews with industry greats and up and coming talent. New episodes release every Monday.
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Kris, a teacher and Marvel fanboy, and Dave, a freelance writer and DC fanatic, love to talk about their nerdy passions: comic books, movies and television, and video games. Each week, they discuss nerdy news, recommend new media, and take a deep dive into one niche in nerd culture. “The Nerd Byword” also features interviews with industry greats and up and coming talent. New episodes release every Monday.
Episode 186 - The Final Countdown: Saying Goodbye to the Amalgam Universe
The Nerd Byword
59 minutes 24 seconds
1 year ago
Episode 186 - The Final Countdown: Saying Goodbye to the Amalgam Universe
Are you ready for a journey through the final chapters of the Amalgam Universe? In this episode, we discuss the bittersweet end of an era and bid farewell to the unique blend of Marvel and DC's finest in Unlimited Access.
But it's not all about looking back. We also tackle some serious topics in the gaming community, including a troubling report from IGN. We dive into the latest superhero casting news that's got everyone talking: the Silver Surfer.
So, grab your headphones and join us on this epic adventure. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual listener, there's something for everyone in this episode.
Nerd NewsDeck Nine Games' internal strife and the Life is Strange controversyThe Silver Surfer casting controversy and the future of the Fantastic Four
Big TalkIron Lantern #1 by Kurt Busiek and Paul SmithUnlimited Access #1-4 by Karl Kesel and Pat Olliffe
Nerd CommendationsGojira (1954) - The timeless classic that launched the kaiju genreAvengers by Jed MacKay - A fresh take on Earth's Mightiest Heroes
Chapters(00:00) Introduction(01:10) Nerd News: Deck Nine Games' controversy and Silver Surfer casting(16:50) Amalgam Universe: Iron Lantern's brilliance and Unlimited Access' time-traveling tale(58:35) Nerd Commendations: Gojira's cinematic legacy and Avengers' new direction(01:08:00) Closing thoughts and Call to Action
The Nerd Byword
Kris, a teacher and Marvel fanboy, and Dave, a freelance writer and DC fanatic, love to talk about their nerdy passions: comic books, movies and television, and video games. Each week, they discuss nerdy news, recommend new media, and take a deep dive into one niche in nerd culture. “The Nerd Byword” also features interviews with industry greats and up and coming talent. New episodes release every Monday.
