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The CosCast Episode 13 – The Cosplayers’ Podcast
Feb 3rd
Here’s episode 13 of The Coscast, the cosplayers’ podcast. Join your hosts, Joey Rassool, Matthew Lewis, and Tara Strand, as they talk about the world of cosplay and props. The topic for this episode includes custom Batmobile legal battle, Angel Grove from Power Rangers, cosplay for hire, and more.
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Even More Photos From Anime LA 2012!!!
Feb 1st
Even Booster Gold, the greatest hero you’ve never heard of, supports Nerd Reactor! Here we have even more photos from this year’s Anime LA for your viewing pleasure! And if you missed our initial report and video, you can check them out here. Personally Anime LA has always held a special place in my More >
NAMM 2012: Beat Junkies 20 Year Anniversary Performance
Jan 31st
Nerd Reactor was at the 2012 NAMM show and caught the Beat Junkies performing in the RANE booth for their 20 year anniversary. The Beat Junkies is a world famous DJ crew that help put Turntablism on the map. Turntablism for those who don’t know is the art of More >
CosCast Episode 12 – California Cons, Cosplay Photographers, and Bad Live-Action Anime Films
Jan 31st
Here’s episode 12 of The CosCast with your hosts, Joey Rassool, Matthew Lewis, and Tara Strand. The gang talks about the many great conventions in California, cosplay photographers, perverted photographers, new cosplay ideas, Dragonball Evolution, and more.
With WonderCon 2012 and Anime Conji 2012 coming up in March on the same More >
Life as a Henchman – On the Set of Batman: Death Wish
Jan 30th
Life as a henchman isn’t always easy, but we sure did have a lot of fun on the set of Batman: Death Wish, a fan film featuring Batman, Robin, Nightwing, Harley Quinn, Scarecrow, and more. This video focuses on the hardworking henchmen on the set. So sit back, relax, and More >
Sh*t Porn Stars Say at AVN Adult Entertainment Expo 2012
Jan 30th
We figured that since there are so many parodies of Shit (fill in the blank) Say, we decided to have one about Shit Porn Stars Say. Instead of having us portray them, we decided that we should have “actual” adult entertainers to answer our nerdy questions.
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Spartacus Creator Steven S. DeKnight Talks ‘Vengeance’
Jan 26th
Photograph by Jack Thompson
Spartacus creator, writer, and executive producer Steven S. DeKnight had some time to chat with us and to members of the media on the upcoming Spartacus: Vengeance show. It’s a great read and insight on how the show came about, about the authenticity of the dialogue, historical accuracies, More >
Listen to the Batman: Death Wish Fan Film Panel at Amazing Arizona Comic Con
Jan 25th
Listen to the full Batman: Death Wish Q&A panel during Amazing Arizona Comic Con, where the fan film premiered. The panel features Jennifer Zhang (writer), Matt Hiscox (director), Joey Rassool (Scarecrow), Chris Robinson (Robin), Whitney Moore (Catwoman), and Abby Polakow (costume designer). And if you haven’t seen the fan film yet, More >
We Learned Light Saber Fighting from a Jedi Master: Nick Gillard
Jan 24th
I stepped into the world of Star Wars last Sunday. There weren’t any wookies, ewoks or galactic threats from the Empire, but there were light saber battles of student proportions. Yoda’s ghost wasn’t on hand to guide the young padawans and future dark-side sympathizers, but they did have Nick Gillard, More >
CosCast Episode 11 Featuring JoEllen Elam
Jan 23rd
Here’s CosCast Episode 11 with cosplay hosts Joey Rassool, Matthew Lewis, and Jordan Brown, featuring JoEllen Elam (Lillyxandra). She’s known for her fairy/fantasy cosplay outfits and has worked as a makeup artist for films like Syfy’s Zombie Apocalypse. This episode also includes the first segment called Questions with Tadao, so More >
CES 2012 – The Post Report and Weight Gain Explained Within!
Jan 20th
Quadruple Bypass with Bacon at Heart Attack Grill. Conquered...NEXT!
Over our 8000 calories Quadruple Bypass burgers from Heart Attack Grill, the Nerd Reactor team is not only replenishing from the miles and miles of CES (Consumer Electronics Show) coverage, but also compiling our memorable moments of CES 2012. Nerd Reactor did More >
Giveaway: Satechi Audio Move SD Portable Speaker
Jan 19th
It’s time for a new Nerd Reactor giveaway! We have partnered with Satechi to giveaway a Satechi Audio Move SD Portable Speaker with microSDHC card. It’s a pocket-sized speaker that can boast powerful, room-filling sound from any MP3 player, tablet (iPad, BlackBerry Playbook, etc), netbook or smartphone (iPhone, Android phones, etc).
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Nerd Reactor Will Join the Blackout on Jan 18 to Protest SOPA
Jan 15th
On Tuesday, January 24, 2012, the US Senate will vote on the SOPA internet censorship bill. Nerd Reactor will join Reddit, Destructoid, Cheezburger and many other sites on the fight against SOPA, a poorly written anti-piracy bill, on January 18, 2012, by shutting down the site for a day from 9am More >
The CosCast Episode 10 Featuring Cosplayers Jessica Nigri and Aaron Forrester
Jan 13th
Welcome to episode 10 of The CosCast! Join host Joey Rassool and guest hosts Jessica Nigri and Aaron Forrester from Arizona Avengers on location at Amazing Arizona Comic Con. Jessica Nigri is known for her sexy Pikachu outfit and at Amazing Arizona Comic Convention, she dressed up as Juliet from Lollipop Chainsaw. More >
Anime LA 2012 Con Report: Cosplaying as Scorpion, Videos and Reminiscing About Tentacle Monsters
Jan 13th
Blu-ray Giveaways: ‘Redline’ and ‘First Squad: The Moment of Truth’
Jan 10th
In celebration of its 20th Anniversary, Anchor Bay Entertainment’s Manga brand is set to release two of the most highly anticipated animated films. On January 17, 2012, Katsuhito Ishii’s REDLINE and award-winner FIRST SQUAD: THE MOMENT OF TRUTH will be released on Blu-ray and DVD. ANCHOR BAY and Nerd Reactor have teamed More >
‘Batman: Death Wish’ Fan Film Interview and Behind the Scenes
Jan 7th
Update: Batman: Death Wish will be online on January 13th, 2012 at the Batman: Death Wish site.
I have to say that it’s been a pleasure to be a part of Batman: Death Wish, a fan film that will be available online the week of January 9th. My role in the More >
CosCast Episode 9: Batman Edition
Jan 6th
We’re back after our holiday vacation with CosCast Episode 9, the cosplayers’ podcast. In this episode, cosplayers Joey Rassool and Tara Strand talk Batman. MIA are Matthew Lewis and Jordan Brown, who are getting ready for Anime LA 2012 in California. With the upcoming Batman: Death Wish fan film coming out More >
(Over-Priced) Movie Theaters May be in Trouble. Here’s a Solution
Jan 2nd
Just recently, Roger Ebert wrote an article regarding six reasons movie theaters had a relatively dismal year in terms of the amount of viewers. I agreed wholeheartedly with his opinions, and one in particular stood out to me: the absurd prices. I think there are a lot of you out there More >
Nerd Reactor’s Best of 2011 Video Game Awards
Dec 30th
2012 is almost here, and it’s time to announce the winners of our first annual Nerd Reactor’s Best of 2011 Video Game Awards. Categories include “Game of the Year”, “Best Trailer”, “Best Single Player Campaign”, “Best Fighting Game”, and more. To decide on which game gets the best of, we More >
CosCast Episode 8 – The Return of Tara Strand and Jordan Brown
Dec 23rd
The full cast is back with Episode 8 of CosCast, the cosplayers’ podcast. Tara Strand (back from New Zealand) and Jordan Brown (back from hibernation) return with the rest of the crew, Joey Rassool and Matthew Lewis. Topics include Lord of the Rings props, wardrobe malfunction, Inception, 90s cartoon, M. More >
The RE:MIX LAB – Director Edgar Wright, Trend Setter Jane McGonigal, & 8-Bit Band Anamanaguchi
Dec 23rd
The RE:MIX LAB, fueled by the Hyundai Veloster, wrapped up its tour two weeks ago in the historic Los Angeles, California, Farmers & Merchants Bank Building. The week-fueled event in Los Angles and across country was coming to an end. The lineup for this particular finale was guest speaking appearances from Edgar Wright, director More >
CosCast Episode 7 with Special Guest Cynthia Mendez
Dec 16th
Here’s episode 7 of CosCast, the cosplayers’ podcast. CosCast Hosts Joey Rassool and Matthew Lewis are joined by special guest cosplayer Cynthia Mendez from Street Fighter High, Labyrinth of Jareth, and Gotham Public Works.
Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at CosCast AT NerdReactor DOT com.
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CosCast Episode 6 with California Convention Blog
Dec 9th
Here’s episode 6 of CosCast, the cosplayers’ podcast. Hosts Joey Rassool and Matthew Lewis are joined by special guests Zanney and Jackie from California Convention Blog, the blog that focuses on California conventions.
May contain adult language.
Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at CosCast AT NerdReactor DOT com.
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Review – The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Will Have You Looking Skyward
Dec 7th
The Legend of Zelda – those four words bring in a flood of memories in this seasoned gamer, as it probably does for many of you. Why do we like Zelda? Is it the dungeon puzzles, bosses, interesting use of items, or the battle system? Is it the often bar-setting More >
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