Our year‑end episode of Eternally Nerd brings the crew together for the wildly spirited Eternally Nerd Christmas Party before shifting into their Game of the Year Awards, celebrating a standout title whose storytelling, mechanics, and emotional weight made it the undeniable champion; the chaos continues with a round of Roadtrip Questions, including a surprisingly heartfelt debate over which maligned sci‑fi character deserves a reputation makeover, leading Jason to mount a full, earnest defense of REDACTED as the misunderstood hero of galactic diplomacy, and the episode wraps with a warm, reflective look back at the year's best stories.

012 - Packed with everything that makes this season special for us, we kick things off by sharing some of our funniest and most chaotic Black Friday memories, then take you straight into the heart of the Stuttgart Comiccon with a live report from theCon. From there, we get nostalgic about the Christmas "wants" we dreamed of as kids, and wrap it all up with a frank conversation about why supporting human creators is so much more valuable than throwing money at AI slop. It's a mix of laughs, stories, and some real talk about creativity!

This week, Jason and Josh take the political battlefield to the Inner Sphere as they break down the U.S. government in pure BattleTech terms. House Davion diplomacy meets Kurita discipline, with a dash of mercenary pragmatism. Along the way, Josh fires off three sharp questions that pull smugglers into the mix, testing how far the analogy can stretch before the DropShip doors close. But the real twist? It might be back to work for both souls, as the conversation shifts from playful lore to the grind of reality. Will their strategies hold up when the campaign turns serious? Tune in now to catch the full episode, available on iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you get your podcasts. Don't miss the blend of tactical nerdery, government mechanics, and a few surprises that only Jason and Josh can deliver.

We celebrate Intellivision's 45th anniversary with a nostalgic dive into classic consoles and ask the big question—are video game systems on the decline? Josh reviews AMC's Interview with a Vampire reboot, shares details on a local BattleTech tournament, and unearths the lost Kylo Ren film. Jason breaks down TRON: Ares, recaps our pub trivia triumph, and launches a brand-new podcast. We also reveal our favorite Halloween candy picks, debut a new segment called "Three Questions," and round things out with a few nerdy odds and ends. Spooky Podcast!

Josh Wants Star Wars Dead. But why? We dive deep into the pop culture purge and why Josh thinks it's time to pull the plug on some of the biggest franchises in history. Jason pushes back, asking which legacy icons deserve to survive the reckoning. Is Godzilla safe? Is Batman beyond saving? Plus: TRON: Ares—did we really need to go full Jared Leto? Fantasy Football updates, Hollywood's ongoing meltdown, the evolution of television, and one final studio move that might actually stick. Jason's got answers.

Eternally Nerd is BACK after a summer hiatus, launching Season 2 with a wild ride through pop culture, tech intrigue, and historical oddities. In Episode 008, Josh and Jason dive into the jaw-dropping news of the Saudis and Jared Kushner buying Electronic Arts, what it means for gaming, geopolitics, and your favorite franchises. They break down the trailer for Mandalorian and Grogu, debate the Marvel mini-series Predator Kills the Marvel Universe, and Jason gives a surprisingly fascinating explainer on how hip replacements actually work. Plus: Arts & Humanities Month kicks off, The 1766 Nottingham Cheese Riot for some reason, and a brand-new theme song debuts for Season 2. It's nerdy, it's chaotic, it's smarter than it should be, and it's available now on Spotify, iTunes, and all major podcast platforms.

Episode 007 of Eternally Nerd closes out Season 1 with a bang: Why is Jason is BIG? Also, Jason stretches toward a fiery review of the latest "Fantastic Four" film; they vent their frustrations over how many big-name video game companies are dismantling the soul of video games and offer up parallels to subscription services; and Josh enlists Jason to squad up for some high-octane action in "Mechwarrior 5: Mercs." But it's Jason's final question to Josh that drops the real bombshell, one you won't want to miss. The podcast returns September 18, but catch short-form episodes on the usual feeds and live gameplay on Twitch @atomicbazookaTV.

Guide

• Start-3:43: Welcome!
• 3:44-9:10: Mech Bros being Mech Bros
• 9:11-22:35: Fantastic Four Movie Discussion
• 22:36-40:26: Stop Killing Games, Subscriptions and Related Discussion
• 40:27-41:14: N6 go boom
• 41:15-44:52: The Big Question
• 44:53-END: WRAP IT UP!

In this packed episode, we welcome new co-host Christian Conrad and dive into a spoiler-filled review of the new Superman film, breaking down its highs, lows, and everything in between. We also explore the buzz surrounding the upcoming Dredd movie, speculating on who might take the director's chair, and preview the biggest attractions and surprises at San Diego Comic-Con. Along the way, we challenge listeners with a fast-paced quix, unveil a brand-new bracket bound to spark debate, and deliver plenty of laughs, speculation, and surprise twists. Tune in Thursday, July 24 at 2pm EST for all the fandom-fueled fun.

• 00:00-06:27 - Intro/Socials/Welcome Christian Conrad!
• 06:28-23:51 - Superman Review (SPOILERS)
• 23:52-25:30 - Pedro Pascal's Emergent Straw
• 25:31-30:00 - Waititi Fritti and Dread
• 30:01-32:56 - San Diego Comic-Con Quiz
• 32:57-38:56 - SDCC Preview and notes
• 38:57-43:51 - Movie and TV talk
• 43:52-48:14 - Rings of Power and Bond?
• 48:15-50:42 - New Bracket Preview!
• 50:43-51:44 - Wrap It Up!