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The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
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384 episodes
4 days ago
Herbs, poisons, palace intrigue, and a reluctant heroine who'd rather study medicine than fall in love—The Apothecary Diaries delivers a refreshing take on historical mystery anime that captivates from the first episode. Meet Maomao, a young woman with extraordinary knowledge of medicine who finds herself kidnapped and sold as a servant to the Emperor's Palace. When imperial heirs fall mysteriously ill, her analytical mind and apothecary skills catch the attention of Jinshi, a breathtakingly...
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Herbs, poisons, palace intrigue, and a reluctant heroine who'd rather study medicine than fall in love—The Apothecary Diaries delivers a refreshing take on historical mystery anime that captivates from the first episode. Meet Maomao, a young woman with extraordinary knowledge of medicine who finds herself kidnapped and sold as a servant to the Emperor's Palace. When imperial heirs fall mysteriously ill, her analytical mind and apothecary skills catch the attention of Jinshi, a breathtakingly...
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The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Sinners: Bloodsuckers and Blues
Ryan Coogler's vampire film "Sinners" delivers a perfect blend of horror, history, and Black cultural heritage that merits a 10/10 rating and multiple viewings. The movie features exceptional performances, especially from Michael B. Jordan playing twin brothers Smoke and Stack, whose distinct personalities make them feel like they're portrayed by different actors. • Set in 1932 Mississippi, following World War I veteran twins who purchase a sawmill to create a juke joint • Michael B. Jordan ...
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5 days ago
50 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
The 100 Girlfriends (Seasons 1 & 2): The Mathematics of Polyamorous Destiny!
A god of love accidentally assigns Rentaro 100 soulmates due to a clerical error, creating a hilarious and heartfelt polyamorous rom-com that breaks the fourth wall while developing genuine connections between characters. • Art style stands out with distinctive eyes and vibrant character designs • Unlike typical indecisive harem protagonists, Rentaro fully commits to each relationship • Eleven girlfriends introduced so far, each with unique personalities beyond their initial stereotypes • Po...
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1 week ago
16 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
House of the Dragon: From Family Tensions to All-Out Targaryen Civil War
A fiery clash of succession ignites as the Targaryen dynasty stands at its peak. House of the Dragon plunges viewers into Westeros 200 years before Game of Thrones, when dragons filled the skies and House Targaryen ruled unchallenged—until King Viserys I broke tradition by naming his daughter Rhaenyra heir to the Iron Throne. What begins as palace intrigue between childhood friends Rhaenyra and Alicent Hightower transforms into a realm-splitting conflict known as the Dance of Dragons. Season...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 20 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Naruto: The Xtreme Review (Part 1: Pre-Time Skip)
We dive deep into what makes Naruto a cultural icon and an essential part of the Big Three anime series. This nostalgic journey through the original series highlights its emotional storytelling, strategic battles, and how it forever changed the anime landscape. • Land of Waves arc introduces unforgettable characters like Zabuza and Haku, establishing the emotional weight that would define the series • Chunin Exam arc features the breathtaking Rock Lee vs Gaara fight that raised the bar for a...
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1 month ago
3 hours 15 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Star Wars: The Xtreme Review (Part 4) (Live-Action Shows)
We continue our Star Wars Xtreme Review by diving into all the live-action TV shows from The Mandalorian to Andor, rating them on their strengths and weaknesses, with honest opinions on what works and what stumbles in the galaxy far, far away. • The Mandalorian started strong with its space western vibe but faltered in season 3 despite good character development • Book of Boba Fett functions almost like Mandalorian Season 2.5 with crossovers that are both exciting and frustrating • Obi-Wan K...
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2 months ago
30 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Class of 3000 & The Temptations of Fame's Double Edge
Fame is a double-edged sword that's cut down countless talented artists throughout history. What happens when success, money, and adulation transform someone from a passionate creator into an ego-driven caricature of themselves? This episode explores two seemingly different yet thematically connected stories: André 3000's animated series, "Class of 3000", and the classic Motown biopic, "The Temptations". Through vibrant animation and jazz-infused lessons, Class of 3000 showed children the im...
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2 months ago
56 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Netflix's Devil May Cry: A Demon-Slaying Renaissance
When the creators of Netflix's Devil May Cry described their vision as "part of the bootleg multiverse alongside Castlevania," they weren't just name-dropping – they were signaling their ambitious reimagining of a beloved franchise that walks the perfect line between honoring its roots and charting bold new territory. This eight-episode thrill ride follows Dante, a devil-hunter-for-hire who finds himself caught between government organization Dark Round Command and a demon-obsessed terrorist...
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2 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Shangri-La Frontier (Season 2): Gaming Beyond Garbage
Shangri-La Frontier drops us into a future where traditional video games are considered retro relics, and anything less than cutting-edge VR is dismissed as "crap." Yet it's precisely these supposedly inferior games that have forged Rakuro Hizutome into a formidable player. Known online as Sunraku, he's built his reputation by mastering games others abandon, developing skills and reflexes that give him a unique edge when he finally steps into the god-tier VR world of Shangri-La Frontier. Wha...
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2 months ago
57 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
From Rave Master to Edens Zero: The Evolution of Hiro Mashima's Storytelling
We explore Hero Mashima's storytelling evolution from Rave Master to Farmagia to Edens Zero, finding that Edens Zero represents his most mature and compelling work yet. • Rave Master still holds up with solid jokes, music, and character development • Farmagia blends Pokémon with fantasy elements as Mashima served as character designer • Edens Zero follows Shiki Granbell, a human raised by robots who can control gravity • The series features space adventures, time manipulation, and darker the...
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2 months ago
43 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Air Gear: Soaring Beyond Gravity with Air Treks & Teenage Rebellion
Freedom takes flight in the urban sprawl of futuristic Japan, where motorized inline skates called Air Treks have transformed not just transportation, but an entire underground culture. When high schooler Ikki Minami stumbles upon this world through his connection with the mysterious Noyamano sisters, his life changes forever as he discovers his potential to soar beyond the ordinary. Air Gear masterfully combines pulse-pounding sports action with a vibrant street culture aesthetic that still...
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2 months ago
59 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Sentai Red Isekai: The Power of Friendship and Kizuna Beasts in a New World
We dive into Sentai Red Isekai, a unique anime that transports a Power Ranger to a fantasy world where his transformation powers baffle local magic users. The series blends tokusatsu action with isekai adventure, creating something fresh yet nostalgic. • Togo Asagaki (Red Ranger) gets transported to another world while fighting a villain • He joins forces with sorceress Yidra, Princess Teltina, and knight Lo-G • His "bond energy" powers and ability to summon mecha make no sense to magic user...
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2 months ago
53 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Thunderbolts: Dark Humor and Unexpected Redemption
Thunderbolts delivers a perfect blend of humor, action and unexpected emotional depth as Marvel's most damaged antiheroes find purpose together against impossible odds. • Initial impressions rate the movie 9/10, with its charm, humor and relatable character moments standing out • CIA Director Valentina manipulates the team into a deadly mission to cover up her illegal operations • The team includes Yelena, Bucky Barnes, US Agent, Red Guardian, Ghost, and Taskmaster • Bob/Sentry serves as the...
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2 months ago
36 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Nerdy News Special #25: Sinners, Grand Theft Auto 6 & Increased Anti-Piracy Measures
The entertainment landscape is evolving rapidly with major shifts in movies, television, gaming, and anime culture. From the blockbuster success of "Sinners" to controversial price hikes in gaming and concerning censorship of anime content, we explore how these changes are impacting consumers and creators alike. • "Sinners" dominating the box office with $721 million globally, becoming the highest-grossing Hollywood film of the year • Netflix CEO claiming theaters are "outmoded" despite evid...
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2 months ago
2 hours 10 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Bleach: The Xtreme Review (Part 4: Season 13-16)
Zanpakuto spirits gain physical forms and rebel against their Soul Reaper masters, while Ichigo faces Aizen's final evolution and later loses his powers, only to encounter mysterious Fullbringers who promise to restore his abilities. • Zanpakuto Rebellion arc reveals the animated forms of Soul Reapers' weapons and their complex relationships with their masters • Muramasa awakens the Zanpakuto spirits and turns them against the Soul Society before his own tragic end • The final battle with Ai...
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2 months ago
1 hour 29 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Bleach: The Xtreme Review (Part 3: Seasons 9-12)
We continue our Bleach Dream Review with an in-depth look at Seasons 9-12, covering the New Captain arc, Arrancar: Karakura Town arc, the crucial Past arc, and the beginning of the Soul Society vs Arrancar war. • Season 9 introduces Captain Shusuke Amagai in a self-contained filler arc that ends tragically • Nel emerges as a fan favorite character with surprising depth and an adult form that dramatically changes battles • Uryu demonstrates impressive Quincy combat techniques, particularly du...
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2 months ago
41 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Bleach: The Xtreme Review (Part 2: Seasons 5-8)
We dive into the moral complexity of Bleach's Soul Society and how the Arrancar arc revitalizes Hollows as a genuine threat after they were diminished in previous arcs. • Introduction to Arrancar arc covering seasons 5-8 • How Soul Society is portrayed as morally gray rather than purely good • Evolution of Hollows with their hierarchy (Gillians, Adjuchas, Vasto Lordes) • Ichigo's struggle with his inner Hollow and the "king and horse" dynamic • The cultural influences in Bleach includi...
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2 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Bleach: The Xtreme Review (Part 1: Seasons 1-4)
We take a deep dive into the early arcs of Bleach, revisiting the series that deserves recognition as part of anime's Big Three alongside thoughtful analysis of its strengths and weaknesses. • Introducing the Substitute Soul Reaper arc and its character foundations • Soul Society arc delivers one of anime's greatest plot twists with Aizen's revelation • Detailed character analysis including Byakuya's inner conflict between duty and family • The controversial Bount arc receives mixed reviews ...
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2 months ago
1 hour 30 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Nerdy News Special #24: Spider-Man 4, Nintendo Switch 2 and Mary Jane Watson as the New Venom?!
We've reached the second anniversary of the Nerdy News, bringing you the latest updates on movies, TV, gaming, comics, and tech innovations while looking ahead to possibly becoming a weekly show in 2026. • Spider-Man: Brand New Day starring Tom Holland coming July 2026, with Beyond the Spider-Verse scheduled for June 2027 • Nintendo Switch 2 revealed at $450 with Mario Kart World bundle and GameCube titles finally coming to Nintendo Online • Live-action Scooby-Doo origin series in developmen...
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3 months ago
19 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Anime Lightning #1: Winter Season 2025
J.B. introduces a new segment called "Anime Lightning" where he provides quick reviews of anime from the current season that the rest of the ZONE Podcast crew hasn't had time to cover. • Ameku M.D.: Doctor Detective (House: The Anime) - A medical mystery anime with an eccentric pathologist solving bizarre cases (9/10) • Arifureta - A gun-slinging alchemist's journey through magical labyrinths with an evolving plot and romantic clarity (9/10) • Beheneko - A fantasy rom-com about a former knig...
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3 months ago
37 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
DanMachi (Seasons 1-5): A Decade of Dungeon-Diving and Divine Rejection
"Is It Wrong to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?" (DanMachi) celebrates its 10th anniversary as a fantasy series where gods live among humans and form "familias" that explore monster-filled dungeons beneath the city of Orario. • Bell Cranell, the protagonist, is the sole member of the Hestia familia who develops rapid power growth due to his feelings for swordswoman Ais Wallenstein • Despite catching the romantic attention of numerous women and goddesses, Bell consistently friendzones them all wh...
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3 months ago
18 minutes

The ZONE Podcast: Nerdy News and Reviews
Herbs, poisons, palace intrigue, and a reluctant heroine who'd rather study medicine than fall in love—The Apothecary Diaries delivers a refreshing take on historical mystery anime that captivates from the first episode. Meet Maomao, a young woman with extraordinary knowledge of medicine who finds herself kidnapped and sold as a servant to the Emperor's Palace. When imperial heirs fall mysteriously ill, her analytical mind and apothecary skills catch the attention of Jinshi, a breathtakingly...