Scene N Nerd

In this super special anniversary episode of Scene N Nerd, your favorite dynamic duo Sarah Belmont and Will Polk are celebrating eight awesome years of podcasting! They kick things off with a trip down memory lane, reflecting on how far they've come since launching back in January 2017. It's all about growth and the evolution of their fun discussions! (0:00)

Sarah shares her thoughts on binge-watching the first season of "Landman," and she can't help but draw some cool parallels to the classic "Friday Night Lights." Will jumps in with some behind-the-scenes insights into the show and its creator, Taylor Sheridan. (1:40)

Next up, they dive into the buzz around the much-anticipated "Superman" trailer that’s set to debut during the Puppy Bowl, along with all the excitement surrounding the upcoming "Fantastic Four" reveal. They chat about the outrage culture that seems to swirl around film trailers these days and how important it is to manage our expectations in this wild world of social media. (7:58)

They quickly go back to reflect on the last eight years of podcasting and being true to themselves and to the audience. (11:40)

To wrap things up, Sarah and Will take a deep dive into the new series "Paradise," breaking down the pilot and second episode. They analyze the character dynamics, highlight some standout performances, and talk about the clever use of flashbacks that make the storytelling pop. Plus, they ponder the intriguing mysteries surrounding the characters and what it all means for the narrative. (14:55)

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