Nerds Against Normality

Nerds x Davey A Talks! 🎙️

This week on Nerds Against Normality, it’s a full-blown crossover episode as me and Stacey are joined by the legend himself — Dave from the Davey A Talks podcast!

We dive deep into Dave’s holy trinity of pop culture obsessions, breaking down his Top 3 Films, Games, and TV Shows. Expect heated nostalgia, unexpected hot takes, and a whole lot of nerdy passion as we discuss:

🎬 Terminator 2 – Is it STILL t...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we grab a baseball bat, stock up on snacks, and dive headfirst into the post-apocalyptic nightmare that is Danny Boyle’s iconic virus-fueled horror flick, 28 Days Later.

Expect blood, bleakness, and more running than your last failed attempt at couch to 5k. We’re talking about rage zombies (don’t call them that), the bleak beauty of abandoned London, Cillian Murphy’s early stardom, and whethe...

🎙️ NEW EPISODE DROP! 🎙️

It’s us vs the ultimate movie quiz in the latest episode of Nerds Against Normality! 🎬

Ben and I team up to take on a savage film trivia showdown, and our resident quizmaster (and ruthless forfeit overlord) Stacey is running the show with an iron clipboard. 💅

The stakes? Lose the quiz, and we suffer a forfeit of Stacey’s choosing — and let’s just say, she’s been waiting for this moment. Expect roasti...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we take a candlelit stroll through the fog-drenched halls of The Others (2001) – the chilling Nicole Kidman ghost story that still knows how to send a shiver down your spine.

We’re diving head-first into the film’s gothic atmosphere, its jaw-dropping twist, and the deeper meaning behind its haunting themes. Whether you're a horror movie buff, a film theory nerd, or just someone who appreciate...

Join us as we unearth what made Spielberg’s dino-epic more than just a blockbuster — from groundbreaking CGI and animatronics to that iconic T-Rex roar that shook an entire generation. We’ll talk chaos theory, Jeff Goldblum’s chest, and why you'll never trust a turtle mating again.

Whether you're a lifelong fan or just here for the Velociraptor kitchen scene, this episode has fun facts, hot takes, and our usual nerdy nonsense — p...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we’re taking the train to the spirit world and diving headfirst into the breathtaking brilliance of Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away. From soot sprites to bathhouse gods, we’re unpacking why this Studio Ghibli classic still casts a spell over audiences today.

And guess what? We’ve got a special guest joining us for the ride—someone just as obsessed with No-Face and anime easter eggs as we are.

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This week on Nerds Against Normality, we’re rewinding back to 1984 to dissect the film that launched a thousand time travel headaches — The Terminator. From cyborg assassins and ‘80s tech paranoia to James Cameron’s rise and Arnie’s iconic one-liners, we break down how this low-budget sci-fi thriller became a genre-defining classic.

Expect bold takes, thematic deep dives, and possibly a heated argument over whether Skynet could’v...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we dive claws-first into the Y2K fever dream that tried to satirize capitalism by... selling you literally everything in sight. Was it a bold critique of consumerism, or just one long advert with a catchy soundtrack? We tried to figure it out, but we got distracted by the 47 corporate logos in every scene.

Join us as we discuss what went wrong, what almost worked, and why this movie feels like ...

Get ready for chaos, combos, and controversy as Nerds Against Normality dives into the ultimate video game character debate: three heroes vs three villains—and only one side walks away victorious. We're putting iconic characters from gaming history head-to-head in a fiery nerd culture showdown packed with fan-favorite picks, spicy hot takes, and pop culture chaos.

Whether you're a die-hard fan of retro video games, obsessed with ...

This week on Nerds Against Normality, we tackle the movie that taught a generation that step-siblings, scandal, and classical music remixes are a recipe for chaos: Cruel Intentions. Join us as we dive into the most iconic (and slightly unhinged) teen drama of the '90s—where everyone’s filthy rich, morally bankrupt, and somehow still quoting French literature. We’ll break down the fashion, the manipulation, and yes, that kiss, all w...

Grab your overalls and power up, because Nerds Against Normality just dropped a fresh episode, and this time we’re diving headfirst down the warp pipe into the Mushroom Kingdom!

Yes, we’re reviewing the Super Mario Bros. Movie — the good, the weird, the nostalgic, and the “wait, did Bowser just sing?” moments. Whether you’re a lifelong Nintendo fan or just here for the Chris Pratt controversy, we’ve got thoughts. Lots of them. So...

In this episode of Nerds Against Normality, we take a deep dive into the infamous 1993 Super Mario Bros. movie—the first-ever live-action adaptation of a video game.

Often remembered for its dark tone, dystopian visuals, and drastic departure from the source material, this film has earned a unique place in pop culture history. We explore its troubled production, ambitious world-building, and why it continues to spark debate among f...

Giddy up, podcast listeners! This week, the Nerds Against Normality are hitchin' their wagons to the unhinged mess that was the Wild Wild West. We're talking whiskey-fueled shootouts, hygiene levels that would terrify a raccoon, and outlaws with more flair than actual skills. It’s sex, saloons, and historically questionable nonsense — all filtered through our nerdy lens. History class never covered the part where cowboys were basic...

Get ready for a high-octane ride through the world of car heists and adrenaline-pumping chases in Gone in 60 Seconds! In this action-packed film, Nicolas Cage plays Memphis Raines, a retired car thief who’s pulled back into the game for one last heist. The twist? He must steal 50 cars in a single night to save his brother's life. Oh, and did we mention one of the cars is a ridiculously sexy custom Shelby GT500 Mustang, nicknamed "E...

The film that put Pixar on the map is up next for review! Spawning 3 sequels and a spin-off film, this juggernaut movie franchise has been on our TVs for almost 30 years! Has the original still got the magic that drew in audiences back in the 90's? We dig in to find out if its still as comforting as it was when we were young. 

To help us this week, we  have a special guest appearance from award winning voice over artist Martin Wh...

It's a special occasion this week as we celebrate Stacey's birthday! And what better way to celebrate than to review her all time favourite film?

Great Scott! The Nerds Against Normality crew just hit 88 miles per hour and crashed headfirst into one of the most iconic sci-fi films of all time: Back to the Future.

In this nostalgia-fueled episode, we fire up the flux capacitor and break down why this 1985 time-travel classic still...

This week we jump back into the MCU to see if Captain America can steady the Marvel ship after some mediocre outings!

Before we get into the review we answer some fan questions including the future of gaming and what's the most obscure game we have played!

The review will  be split into a spoiler free section, and then once our verdict is given we delve into spoiler territory. 

If you have a question you'd like us to answer t...