Nerd For No Reason

Nerd For No Reason

Come join Mark and Raven for a weekly dose of nerdy fun as we explore the latest in pop culture and geek news. From movies and TV shows to comics and video games, we’ll take a light-hearted look at what’s trending. Make sure to follow us on Social media @NerdForNoReason

Episodes

December 16, 2024 90 mins

This week on Nerd For No Reason, Mark and Raven review The Santa Clause and talk about why it’s still a holiday favorite. They also dive into Google’s groundbreaking quantum chip, Willow, and its potential to change the tech world. Plus, Raven and Chris are hitting the road for Christmas travels, and the crew shares what’s been making them happy this week. It’s the perfect mix of holiday nostalgia, cutting-edge tech, and personal u...

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It’s December, and Nerd For No Reason is kicking off the holiday season with a review of Elf! Mark and Raven discuss why this modern Christmas classic still warms hearts 20 years later. They also unwrap their Spotify Wrapped stats, sharing the year in music and podcasting. Plus, they wrap up with what’s been making them happy this week. Grab some syrup and spaghetti—it’s going to be a jolly good time!

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Are you ready to feel the rhythm of the night, because this week on Nerd For No Reason, Mark and Raven are stepping into the glow with a review of The Last Dragon! From its wild costumes to its blend of martial arts and 1980s culture, they explore how the movie’s themes land in 2024. Is it still a cult classic, or would some parts feel out of step today? Plus, a deeper conversation about whether Leroy’s unique personality suggests ...

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After a break, Nerd For No Reason is back, and this week Mark and Raven are digging into Eli Roth’s new holiday horror, Thanksgiving. They talk about how Roth’s slasher style delivers something fresh and could this be the new classic. Finally, could Marvel fatigue finally be creeping up on Mark? Find out all that and more in this packed episode!

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Halloween aint over yet, Nerds!!!!This week on Nerd For No Reason, Mark and Raven jump into the ultimate horror showdown with Freddy vs. Jason (2003). They’ll dive into what makes this slasher mashup such a thrill ride, from brutal battles to unforgettable one-liners. Is it a dream match-up or a nightmare? Join the crew as they dissect every gory detail and share their takes on why Freddy and Jason’s face-off is still legendary for...

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October 28, 2024 62 mins

Oh boy, are you ready, Nerd?!?!? This week on Nerd For No Reason, Mark and Raven unravel the mysteries of The Lighthouse (2019), starring Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe. With its eerie atmosphere, psychological tension, and dazzling performances, this black-and-white thriller left audiences bewildered and captivated. Is this movie too artsy fartsy or is this a truely a unique look at the madness of man? 

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Welcome back to Nerd For No Reason! This week, Mark and Raven tackle the latest installment in the V/H/S franchise: V/H/S/Beyond. We dive into this unsettling anthology, where sci-fi collide with found-footage horror. We break down  each segment and share our thoughts on how it stacks up against the rest of the series. Whether you're a horror veteran or just curious about this creepy collection, this episode has something for you!

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Welcome back to another episode of Nerd For No Reason! This week, Mark and Raven dive deep into a beloved cult classic from the '80s: The Monster Squad. If your an old like Mark, you grew up quoting this movie. They will also explore how this movie continues to resonate with fans today. Buckle up for a wild ride, and remember—Wolfman’s got nards!

 

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October 7, 2024 64 mins

It's the start of spooky season, and what better way to kick off the scariest time of the year that with a suuuuper scary movie. This week Mark and Raven break down 2018's Hereditary starring Toni Collette. A movie With all the tropes of a good horror film. A creepy kid, possession, cults, and even some Naked old People. We also talk about the new legend of Zelda: Echoes of wisdom and Talk about the things that have made us happy t...

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It all leads up to this! The final chapter in the Twilight saga. Edward and Jacob have set aside their differences for the betterment of the family, Charlie is still the best dad ever and the Volturie are out for justice! At least We think thats what happens, It could all be a vision. Either way Mark and Raven are breaking down Breaking Dawn Part 2: Electric Boogaloo. Also, Stick around for a little post credits bonus

 

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This week we are breaking down the first installment of the the two-part finale of the Twilight saga. (that was mouthful). This movie may have it all. Wolf fights, vampire fight, PG-13 vampire sex, a vampire wedding and a CGI Vampire baby that a werewolf falls in love with. Mark has some strong thought on this movie. Get ready.  

 

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Fellow nerds, We are building up to something special. Are you Team Mark or Team Raven? Is this even a real rivalry? Are the side character's stories better than the main one's? Listen in as we answer those questions and kind of make fun of the third installment of The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.

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September 9, 2024 57 mins

Are you team Edward or team Jacob? Do you want to worry about vampire Illuminati killing you or do you want to smell like a wet dog. We start to get in to the weeds with the twilight series this week and talk about how Bella really needs therapy, Alice is still the star of the franchise and how two things can be wrong for you.   

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September 2, 2024 81 mins

It's finally time!!!! Me have been teasing it all year. Hold on to your spider monkeys because it's time for TWILIGHT!!!!! The 2008  movie that took the world by storm. Mark and Raven break down what made this movie so popular in the late 2000's and why this franchise is so popular.

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August 26, 2024 58 mins

Welcome back nerds! Life got in the way last week, but we are back and ready to talk about what dogs do we think represent parts of America, new game trailers, and we break down the new Amazon Prime movie "Jackpot" Starring Awkwafina and John Cena.

#NerdforNoReason #Johncena #Podcast #Moviereview #AmazonPrime #Jackpot

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August 12, 2024 63 mins

Have you guys been following all the news coming out D23 this past weekend? Well, we're gonna talk about it. We got teasers for live-action Snow White, live action Lilo and Stitch, Moana 2, Marvel, Star Wars!!!!!!! And all this on the heels of Comic-con. We also break down the Hayao Miyazaki film Ponyo. And Mark can't help but hear Liam Neeson talk about his "particular set of skills"

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What's up dude's? Are you ready to go on a most righteous adventure? A lot of news has dropped this week at the comic con in San Diego and we talk about it. Then we partake in an Adventure  that is most excellent. Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure!!! The movie launch Keanu Reeves into the stratosphere and gave Mark the term "noble idiots".

#NerdforNoReason #billandtes #Podcast #Moviereview #Wyldstallions #Keanu #80smovies

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GREAT SCOT NERDS!!!! This week we are going back to 1985 and discuss a movie that cemented the career of Micheal J Fox as a superstar, coined a thousand catchphrases, and made the Delorean an icon. This week, Mark and Raven are talking Back to the Future, Jojo Siwa, Kesha, and summer break.  So gather up up your plutonium, and get ready for an adventure, because where we are going, we don't need roads.

 

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Oh boy do we have some things to talk about this week. Mark and Raven talk Marvel's Captain America: Brave New World trailer, continue a discussion from last week and try to plan Mark's Father's retirement in Scotland. We also break down a comedy classic in Dumb and Dumber starring Jeff Daniels and Jim Carrey.

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July 8, 2024 51 mins

Welcome back nerds!!! Thank you so much for tuning in this week and listening to our little show. This week Mark and Raven discuss how they celebrated American Independence day. We also break down 2018's Upgrade for our movie of the week and discuss how close are we to having AI chips in our brain.

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