The Jock and Nerd Podcast

The Jock and Nerd Podcast

Geek out with a millennial Jock, a Gen-X Nerd and a grumpy puppet! Anthony, Imran and Rugboy deliver comic book and superhero TV and movie news, reviews and whatever they choose! New shows released every Wednesday!

Episodes

September 10, 2025 โ€ข 104 mins

The Jock and Nerd break down the latest news including James Gunn announcing Man of Tomorrow for 2027 and Mortal Kombat II shifting release dates. They share their Top 5 most anticipated movies for the rest of 2025, then review Alien: Earth Episode 5 and Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 3. Plus, in โ€œWhat are we watching?โ€ they discuss Twinless, KPop Demon Hunters, and Netflixโ€™s Top 10 most-watched movies list.

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The Jock and Nerd dive into a stacked lineup of reviews! They break down Alien: Earth Episode 4 โ€œObservationโ€, dig into Peacemaker Episode 2 โ€œA Man Is Only As Good As His Birdโ€, and give their full thoughts on the new baseball thriller Caught Stealing (2025).

In the What Are We Watching? segment, they share quick takes on After Hours (1985), Splitsville (2025), Shin Godzilla in Black & White, Cabin In The Woods (2011), Macbeth (201...

  • The gang reviews the highly anticipated Peacemaker Season 2 premiere! Before diving into James Gunnโ€™s wild DC series, they break down box office trends, Kumail Nanjianiโ€™s massive MCU contract, new casting news for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and James Gunnโ€™s work on the Super-Family screenplay. Later, they chat about why the Coen Brothers need to reunite, the box office debut of K-Pop Demon Hunters, and share thoughts on Alien: Eart...

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    The Jock and Nerd review two of 2025โ€™s biggest premieres โ€“ Alien: Earth, FXโ€™s monster-filled TV event, and the action-packed sequel Nobody 2! Plus, we talk Dunkirk in 70MM at The Music Box Chicago, Highest 2 Lowest at The Alamo, the return of King of the Hill, Netflixโ€™s Final Draft reality series, and the upcoming Peacemaker Season 2 premiere!

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    Welcome to The Jock and Nerd Podcast...

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    In this episode of The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we dive into breaking movie news โ€” James Gunn is officially set to direct the next Super-Family film for DC Studios after the success of Superman. We cover casting news for the Highlander remake with Dave Bautista, the latest on Road House 2, Tom Cruiseโ€™s stalled $275M project Deeper, troubling box office projections, and a potential Rambo origins movie.

    Then, we review the tense new th...

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    Episode 600! We react to the Spider-Man: Brand New Day cast reveal and first look at Spidey's new suit. Then, a full review of The Naked Gun (2025) reboot starring Liam Neeson. Plus, we talk Eyes of Wakanda, Death of a Unicorn, and Ice Cubeโ€™s War of the Worlds remake.

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    • (0:00) โ€“ This week on the show!

    • (0:59) โ€“ Welcome to The Jock and Nerd Podcast!

    • (3:44) โ€“ Box Office Updates

    • (15:46) โ€“ Sp...

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    The Jock returns from San Diego Comic-Con with a full report and hot takes from inside Hall H! Hear exclusive reactions to the Predator: Badlands preview, The Long Walk panel, and Tron: Ares. We also break down trailers for Gen V Season 2, Peacemaker S2, Alien: Earth, Avatar: Fire and Ash, Eyes of Wakanda, and moreโ€”including Godzilla updates straight from the con floor.

    Then, itโ€™s time for our spoiler-filled review of Marvelโ€™s Fant...

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    The Jock and Nerd gang are back with a loaded episode! ๐Ÿฆ‘

    They dive into the Box Office landscape, break down the latest updates from James Gunnโ€™s DCU and Kevin Feigeโ€™s MCU, and react to a flood of trailers including Predator: Badlands, The Running Man, Tron: Ares, Mortal Kombat II, and Street Fighter casting news!

    Then itโ€™s time for a spoiler-filled deep dive into the Season 3 finale of Squid Game โ€” character arcs, twists, and wha...

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    July 16, 2025 โ€ข 128 mins

    The Jock and Nerd crew takes flight for an in-depth review of Superman (2025) โ€” James Gunn's bold reboot of DCโ€™s most iconic hero. From the tone and casting to the action and Easter eggs, the hosts break down what worked, what didnโ€™t, and what this movie means for the future of the DCU.

    Later in the episode, Rugboy shares his spicy thoughts on Superman Returns (2006), and the gang dives into listener reactions in News From The Nati...

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    The Jock and Nerd gang returns to review the final three episodes of Ironheart on Disney+ and dig into Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025) โ€” is this dino reboot a fresh evolution or just more fossil fuel?

    After the main reviews, they share rapid-fire thoughts on a wild mix of films, including Frankenhooker, Sorry, Baby, Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre, Out For Justice, The Old Guard 2 on Netflix, and Heads of State on Amazon Prime.

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    Itโ€™s a high-speed, superhero-packed episode as the Jock and Nerd crew rev up for another week of nerdy news, reviews, and hot takes!

    We kick things off by breaking down the final trailer for Marvelโ€™s highly anticipated reboot, Fantastic Four: First Steps. Does this latest footage inspire confidence in the MCU's future?

    Then, we dive into Disney+โ€™s newest entr...

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    In this episode of The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the crew reacts to Jon Bernthal officially joining Spider-Man: Brand New Day as The Punisher and dives into major casting updates across the superhero world, including DC Studiosโ€™ Clayface and the Highlander reboot starring Henry Cavill and Russell Crowe.

    They also discuss Chinaโ€™s wild new initiative to create AI-generated remakes of Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan kung fu classics, and the o...

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    On this episode of The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the gang dives into the latest DCU buzz as James Gunn shares updates and Superman presales start heating up! They react to the new โ€œTickets On Saleโ€ trailer for Superman and break down the newly released trailer for The Naked Gun reboot. Plus, a surprise announcement for Spaceballs 2 and speculation on potential casting choices for the new Wonder Woman.

    The main review covers Predator: ...

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    This week, we break down the epic July box office showdown between Jurassic World: Rebirth, James Gunnโ€™s Superman, and Fantastic Four: First Steps! Plus, we review Ballerina (2025)โ€”the latest action-packed entry from the John Wick universe. We also react to new trailers for Fantastic Four, Ironheart, and Alien: Earth.

    And to wrap things up, we talk about seeing Stand By Me at the Alamo Drafthouse in Chicago, and the Jock shares tho...

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    This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the hosts tackle another packed episode of geeky goodness, full of breaking news, fresh trailers, and nostalgic rewinds.

    Marvel Studios Shakes Up the MCU Calendar

    Big changes are...

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    The Jock and Nerd crew dives deep into the explosive season finale of The Last of Us Season 2 before reviewing Mission: Impossible โ€“ The Final Reckoning. Plus, they reflect on the legendary career of Tom Cruise and his impact on action cinema.

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    • 0:00 โ€“ This Week on the Show

    • 1:03 โ€“ Welcome to The Jock and Nerd Podcast

    • 3:51 โ€“ The Last Of Us Season 2 Review

    • 35:13 โ€“ Promos

    • 36:43 โ€“ Join The Patreon...

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    This week, the crew breaks down the brand-new Superman trailer from DC and Marvelโ€™s first look at Ironheart! Plus, reactions to the Nobody 2 trailer, a Spider-Man Noir TV teaser, and updates on the Highlander reboot and a John Rambo origin film.

    Then, itโ€™s time to say goodbye to Cassian with a full spoiler-filled review of the Andor Season 2 finale! Also: The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 discussion.

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    This week on the show, the crew breaks down the latest MCU X-Men directing rumors and franchise updates! They react to new trailers for Squid Game Season 3, The Old Guard 2, Peacemaker Season 2, and the leaked Kung Fury 2 sizzle reel. Plus, updates on Godzilla x Kong: Supernova and much more.

    Then itโ€™s back to 2000 with a review of John Wooโ€™s doves, dual pistols, and Tom Cruiseโ€™s hair in Mission: Impossible 2. Also: spoiler-filled ...

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    This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the guys dive into Marvel movie madness with major updates and juicy rumors from the MCU!

    They discuss:
    ๐ŸŽฌ Avengers: Doomsday officially starting production
    ๐Ÿงจ Rumored full cast leaks for Doomsday
    ๐Ÿน Jeremy Rennerโ€™s shocking Hawkeye salary claim
    ๐Ÿง  X-Men legend Chris Claremont dropping Secret Wars spoilers
    ๐Ÿ’ช The intense new trailer for The Smashing Machine

    Then, itโ€™s time for a *full spoiler...

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    This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the crew breaks down the brand-new Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer and reacts to fresh teasers for Predator: Badlands and Alien: Earth. They also cover major Star Wars Celebration announcements and the latest box office numbers.

    Then itโ€™s time for a full review of the Andor Season 2 premiere, plus a look at what everyoneโ€™s been watching, the newest episode of The Last Of Us season 2 and w...

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