The Silly Nerdy and Wordy Podcast

Welcome back to Kruboy Productions and the Silly Nerdy & Wordy Podcast! In this first episode of my Nerdy Rewatch Review Series, I revisit Harry Potter & The Philosopher’s Stone, the film that started it all.

I share my background with the Harry Potter franchise, how I first discovered it, and what it’s like rewatching the movie on Blu-ray for only the second time. From the magical world-building to Alan Rickman’s unforg...

Disney is officially bringing The Greatest Showman to Broadway in spring 2026! 🎭 At D23, Disney on Broadway shared a live performance of “The Greatest Showman” — giving fans the first preview of what the stage adaptation might look like.

In this update, I break down that performance, compare it with the original movie version, and share my thoughts on what it could mean for the Broadway production.

📌 Timeline note: The D23 performa...

In Eden (Ep #80 breakdown), Jude Law’s typewriter isn’t just one prop—it’s several! (from my outside opinion) 🎥 From typing scenes to the shotgun destruction of the typewriter, prop masters designate multiple versions for different purposes—just like Marvel did with Thor’s hammer ⚡

Eden Review (Spoilers) | EP #80

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How do prop masters bring a 1900s record player back to life on screen? 🎬🎶 In this clip from Ep #80, I explore how props teams source, restore, or rebuild vintage items—and how sound designers add the finishing touch.

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Eden Review (Spoilers) | EP #80

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How do producers secure exclusive filming locations for movies? 🎥 Nicholas Tabarrok explains the process, from city halls to exotic islands.

🎧 Full episode #81 is out now!

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“Fugget About It” YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FuggetAboutIt

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Why do some actors get “And” or “With” in credits? 🎬 Producer Nicholas Tabarrok explains how billing works, with examples from Laurence Fishburne in The Witcher and Harvey Keitel in The Baker.

👇 Full interview episode #81 already live — watch/listen for more behind-the-scenes insights!

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Eden Review (Spoilers) | EP #80

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Why do actors suddenly show up as producers after a few seasons on TV shows? 🎬 In this short clip from Ep #81, producer Nicholas Tabarrok explains how networks give stars those credits.

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Producer Nicholas Tabarrok (The Baker, Stockholm, Defendor) joins me for a deep dive on nightclub color palettes and blocking in The Baker (with DP Adam Swica), casting child lead Emma Ho, COVID-era audition tapes, festival strategy (Tribeca & TIFF), how producer credits (“and/with”) actually work (hello Harvey Keitel), the 2023 strikes, scoring & music supervision, location wrangling (Cayman Islands), teaching producing in...

Get a first look at Episode 81 of The Silly Nerdy & Wordy Podcast! 🎙️

I sit down with Producer Nicholas Tabarrok (The Baker, Stockholm, Defendor, Fugget About It) for a nerdy conversation on filmmaking, casting, and working with stars like Ron Perlman, Susan Sarandon & Woody Harrelson.

Don’t miss the full interview when it drops!

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In this spoiler review of Ron Howard’s Eden (2025), I break down the story, characters, and performances from Jude Law, Vanessa Kirby, Anna de Armas, Sydney Sweeney, and Daniel Brühl. I also dive into behind-the-scenes Nerdy Notes on props, production, and how these actors balanced filming multiple projects back-to-back.

If you’ve seen Eden (based on a true story), what did you think of the film’s ending and performances?

I noticed how a line from Red Guardian in the Thunderbolts trailer connects directly to the post-credits scene. Here’s my quick breakdown.

EP #62 Thunderbolts* Spoiler Review 🎬👇

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Cheers to Thunderbolts Cast & Writers 🎬👇

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Ever noticed the Proximity Media logo at the start of Sinners? 🎬 It's co-founded by director Ryan Coogler and his wife Zinzi Coogler. Here’s the quick backstory behind the production company behind the film.

EP #69 FULL EPISODE

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EP #70 FULL EPISODE

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Netflix confirmed The Witcher will end with Season 5. Season 4 table read clip revealed the cast & creators together for the first time, bringing the script to life before production begins.

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🎧 Full Episode 79 available now!

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🎧 Full Episode 78 available now!

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Filming wrapped for The Night Agent Season 3 across five international locations — now the series is in post-production, from sound mixing to editing to trailer prep. Here’s the latest update.

🎧 Full Ep. #79 available on Spotify: Streaming TV Shows Updates: Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max & More

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In Episode #79 of The Silly Nerdy & Wordy Podcast, I cover the latest streaming TV updates across Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, Disney+, and Peacock. From The Witcher’s casting change, to Rings of Power Season 3, The Night Agent wrapping production, Percy Jackson moving forward, and a new Game of Thrones spinoff — here’s what’s new, what’s filming, and what’s already renewed.

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S. Epatha Merkerson has been in the Dick Wolf TV universefor over 25 years — from Lt. Van Buren on Law & Order to Ms. Goodwinon Chicago Med.

💬 Do you notice when actors stay in the same TV universe?

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In this episode of the Silly Nerdy and Wordy Podcast, BK discusses the latest updates in network television, focusing on returning shows, casting changes, and production news.

The conversation highlights the impact of Dick Wolf on various series, particularly the One Chicago franchise and FBI. BK also teases the upcoming part two, which will cover streaming shows.

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In this short from EP# 77, I highlight a clever behind-the-scenes decision: Disney’s ownership of Marvel and ABC made using ABC news clippings in Fantastic Four: First Steps a logical, cost-effective choice. Small details like this show the business side of filmmaking.

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In this short from EP 77, I highlight the standoutproduction design in Fantastic Four: First Steps, led by Kasra Farahani and Jille Azis. Their previous work on Loki, The Old Guard, and more clearly shows in this film’s 1960s-meets-futurism aesthetic.

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