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Today we release a unique episode in which we review 10 films that played at the 2025 RiverRun International Film Festival. We at Nerdhat are grateful to the directors for inviting us to be a part of this year’s festival. We had so much fun!
As of release (April 24th), films are still playing virtually. You can purchase tickets now through April 27th at https://riverrunfilm.com/events/
Here is a breakdown in order of the films we ar...
On the first day of the RiverRun International Film Festival, hosted in our very own hometown of Winston Salem, NC, Richard sat down with filmmaker Timothy Cooper (@timothymichaelcooper) to talk about his entry, the scifi comedy short film “Knead.” They also discussed Timothy’s other work, including a web series he wrote & directed which starred SNL badass Kate McKinnon and a year long writing project which saw him publish 365 ...
Join us as we kick off a special month featuring independent and arthouse cinema with a battle between two Jeff Nichols films, both starring the inimitable Michael Shannon.
In honor of the 4K re-master and re-release of Princess Mononoke in IMAX today, we share our review, originally published during season 4 of the podcast. Enjoy!
Whew! That episode title was a mouthful! Why do Anime so often have titles as long as a 19th century novel? Who knows. Anyway, we’re here this week for a battle of in-theater* Anime movies. Who will win? Listen to find out!
*both films, at the time of episode release, are no longer in theaters. For streaming options, keep an eye on Crunchyroll.
March’s Fundraiser, Crisis Control Ministries of Winston Salem: https://ig.me/...
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are re-releasing this classic episode which kicked off season 3 of the podcast (then known as “The Irreverent Nerds”): Kira Sings a Duet. Kacie of @holodeck4 joined Richard to discuss the women of Star Trek, with a special focus on one of her favorite Deep Space Nine episodes, “Duet.”
Enjoy!
The category for round is “Poor, Unfortunate Souls! (Disney Movies that Freaked us Out).” Although, apparently, only Richard was scared by these films when he saw them as a young, impressionable child. Laura and Will were just too badass to be afraid. Anywaaaaay….we’re pitting 1989’s “The Little Mermaid” against the 1986 film “The Great Mouse Detective.” Who will win - Ratigan or Ursula? Listen to find out!
In our first bonus episode of season 6, guests Kacie of Holodeck4 (Instagram, TikTok, Youtube) and Wes of Twin Cities Trekkies Podcast compete against one another in a battle of 90s Star Trek series. Who will win? Listen to find out!
This week it’s a battle of Eisner Award-winning comics as we put Stan Sakai’s Usagi Yojimbo Grasscutter series (1999) against Jeff Smith’s Bone The Great Cow Race series (1994).
This month’s fundraiser: H.O.P.E. Of Winston Salem
Donate: https://ig.me/21WlSr1O4tP0CUl
Volunteer: https://hopews.org/ways-to-help/donate-time/
This week’s Nerdhat Donor: Retroid Games of Winston Salem, NC
It’s a battle of the 90s this week as we pit two wacky comedies against one another - Robin William’s “Mrs. Doubtfire” and the Arnold Swarzeneggar - Danny Devito team-up movie “Junior.” Who will win this battle of 90s movie-stars? Listen to find out!
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Round one of season six is here, and it is an epic showdown of comfort food television. Yes, this week’s category is “I watched my feelings,” and we’re here for it. Who will fight for whom? Which show will win? Listen to find out!
One year ago today, when we were still known as “The Irreverent Nerds” and Laura had not yet joined our show, Will and Richard sat down to discuss The Simpsons. We hope you enjoy this re-release as you wait for season 6 to kick off in January.
We finally did it! We covered The Simpsons! Obviously, there is no way we could do justice to the hundreds of episodes released through the years, so we decided to zoom in on a...
Laura takes the lead for the season 5 finale of Nerdhat with a review of one of her favorite films, M. Night Shyamalan’s 2006 enchanting fantasy, “Lady in the Water.”
This time, Will is the host looking from the outside in, as he has yet to see this movie. Will Laura convince him to spend some hard-earned free time on this entry into the Shyamalanverse? Listen to find out.
Join us this week as we discuss one of Will’s favorite cartoon series of all time, “The Real Ghostbusters.” Premiering in 1986, the series cemented the popularity of Ghostbusters in the minds and hearts of kids all over America, helping it to grow into the beloved franchise that it is today. Don’t miss this special, nostalgic episode.
“No sloths were harmed in the making of this movie.”
But we can’t say the same for Sorority girls! Join us as we review what is without a doubt “the most random movie we’ve ever covered,” the 2023 horror comedy “Slotherhouse.”
It has been 30 years since The Crow released in theaters, and it was about damn time that Will and Richard watched it. Join them as they share their thoughts about this cult classic with Laura. Will this Law & Order: SVU fan be interested enough to watch a comic-book inspired revenge fantasy? Listen to find out!
Hold onto to your nerdhats (and your nerd heads!); it’s time to enter the afterlife. With Halloween just a few weeks away and a sequel creeping its way into theaters, we decided it’s time to talk about “the ghost with the most,” OG Beetlejuice himself.
The nerds once again visit the Alien franchise with their review of the latest installment in the series, “Alien: Romulus.” From face-bangers to the Assbender and everything in between, we talk all things Alien this week. Join us!
Oh, yes, nerds. It is time for more Batman. One of our favorite topics on this podcast, especially in the early days, Batman has swung, punched, and kicked his way into our hearts again in this latest animated iteration, “Batman: Caped Crusader.” Join Richard and Will as they try to convince Laura that this Amazon Prime series is indeed worth her time. Long live Bruce Timm!!!
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