Jan 14 2025 69 mins
Welcome back, nerds! Join your hosts Sarah Belmont and Will Polk as they navigate through a whirlwind of topics in this week's episode. They kick things off with a heartfelt message to those affected by the wildfires in California, sharing their thoughts and support for everyone impacted. As the conversation shifts, Sarah and Will dive into the potential TikTok ban and its implications for content creators and users alike, with Sarah clarifying her healthy relationship with the platform. (0:00)
The duo then transitions into an engaging discussion about upcoming movies for 2025, covering everything from "How to Train Your Dragon" live-action adaptation to the highly anticipated "Captain America 4" and "Thunderbolts." Will shares his excitement for "Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Must Foul," while Sarah expresses her curiosity about Robert Pattinson's "Mickey 17." They also touch on the intriguing "Sinners," starring Michael B. Jordan, and the remake of "The Naked Gun" with Liam Neeson. (12:00)
In the TV realm, they revisit "Invincible" Season 2, analyzing the final three episodes and discussing the show's strengths as a binge-watch. Sarah and Will reflect on the impactful storytelling and character development, particularly focusing on Mark and Debbie's relationship and the climactic showdown with Angstrom. (45:00)
Looking ahead, they tease next week's conversation about "Cobra Kai" and the 2024 TV lineup. Stay tuned as they continue to explore the nerdy universe with their unique insights and humor.
Join the conversation and follow our crew on Twitter @SceneNNerd, on Bluesky @SceneNNerd.bsky.social, friend us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram and Threads @scene_n_nerd. Visit our website at www.scenennerdpodcast.com. Don't forget to rate, follow, and comment on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!
Donate to support those impacted by the wildfires in California or Hurricanes Helene, Milton and other large and small disasters around the country: https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation.html/