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Retro Podcast Review: Gremlins and Gremlins 2: The New Batch
1 week ago
Nothing says classic Sci-Fi like the Gremlins, a unique one-of-a-kind franchise that gave us the unbelievably adorable pint-sized hero, Gizmo. When I heard John had never seen Gremlins before, I admit that I wanted to strangle him. How could he possibly not have enjoyed the classic gem that is the More >
CosCast Ep 25: Midnight event cosplaying and mixing makeup and sunscreen
1 week ago
Matt, Jordan, Becky, and I slowly insult every group of people that could possibly be listening to this podcast. We also talk about cosplaying at midnight events and mixing makeup and sunscreen. Not to mention Avengers, Battleship, and Diablo III.
Also, we’re partnering with Audible.com to give More >
NR Superhero Contest: We’re giving away a Chronicle DVD and Wicked headphones
1 week ago
It’s that time again for another NR contest. This week’s contest is sponsored by Wicked Audio and Chronicle. That means one winner will get a pair of Wicked Audio Hero headphones and another winner will get a DVD copy of Chronicle (Releases on Tuesday, May 15th).
So a chance to win a pair of cool More >
NR Podcast Review: Area 407
2 weeks ago
The NR podcast crew takes a look at the new found-footage horror film, Area 407. The film follows two sisters returning from their Christmas trip back from New York to Los Angeles. On their flight, they experience some unexpected turbulence and crash lands in the middle of nowhere. Now, the More >
NR Podcast Review: The Avengers
2 weeks ago
The most anticipated superhero team has finally assembled in theaters. With heavy hitters like Thor, Iron Man, Captain America, and Hulk, how can the film give each character their due while also progressing the plot forward?
The movie was really good. I really enjoyed the characters, the More >
The CosCast Episode 24 with FemShep cosplayer Holly Conrad
2 weeks ago
Welcome to episode 24 of The CosCast: The Cosplayers’ Podcast. Jordan Brown and I sit down with the cosplay FemShep herself, Holly Conrad. Along with discussions about her big role in Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan’s Hope, we talk about her beginnings in cosplay and how the film has changed her con More >
NR Contest: T-shirts for your nerdy pickup lines
3 weeks ago
Artwork by SamuraiPaul
What’s up my fellow Nerdzillians. Like the nickname? Yeah, we thought it was catchy. Here’s something I know you’ll really like…FREE t-shirts! I knew that would get your attention. So we have teamed up with the fine folks at T-Shirts.com to give 5 winners a t-shirt of their More >
The CosCast Episode 23: Anime Expo 2012 vs. X-Games
3 weeks ago
Joins us for another episode of The CosCast: The Cosplayers’ Podcast. In this episode, we talk about a whole bunch of local SoCal costuming projects that we are supporting, as well as Anime Expo vs. X-Games, Fanime, playing video games on projector screens, guilty pleasure video games, and a bunch More >
The CosCast Episode 22
1 month ago
Huddle round’ the internet, everyone, it’s cosplay time! Join episode 22 of The CosCast with your hosts as they ready themselves for some of the greatest nerd-fests of all time: Anime Expo, Comic-Con International, Dragon*Con, and more.
Also, we’re partnering with Audible.com to give you a 30-day More >
Video: PAX East 2012 gets invaded by Nerd Reactor
1 month ago
Join Nerd Reactor as we take you on a journey to the video game convention bonanza, PAX East 2012! Join your hosts, Ken, Cindy and David, as they interview and play the coolest games the event has to offer. We get a chance to interview cosplayer and Lollipop Chainsaw girl Jessica Nigri, play an More >
The CosCast Episode 21: The Cosplayers’ Podcast
1 month ago
Join hosts Joey Rassool, Matthew Lewis, Tara Strand and Jordan Brown in episode 21 of The CosCast, the podcast for cosplayers. Yes, we’re legal now.
Also, we’re partnering with Audible.com to give you a 30-day FREE trial. Try it out at http://www.audibletrial.com/CosCast.
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We’re giving away 3 DVD copies of American Dad Volume 7
1 month ago
With the American Dad Volume 7 DVD being released on April 17th, Nerd Reactor and Fox have teamed up for the American Dad Volume 7 DVD Giveaway. We’re going to be giving away 3 copies.
“American Dad Volume 7 follows the family through their 100th episode where Hayley elopes with Jeff, Stan is More >
Cinema Showdown Episode 1: The Phantom vs The Shadow
1 month ago
Two films enter, one film leaves. In this first episode, we take a look at two superheroes that are considered predecessors to many present day heroes. We discuss the similarities and differences between the two as well as how many modern day superheroes take cues from them. There were only two More >
The CosCast Episode 20 – Getting ready for Sakura-Con
1 month ago
Welcome to the podcast for cosplayers, The CosCast Episode 20. Join your hosts, Joey Rassool and Matthew Lewis, with special guests Morgan and Eric. Topics include Sakura-Con in Seattle, King of Fighters, convention crowds, favorite cons, cosplay innovations, Draw Something mania, and more.
Also, More >
IMAX & the birth of becoming the standard in movie going experience
1 month ago
by Steve Ahmad
in Featured Articles
IMAX movie theaters are on the rise with growing numbers according to their April Q1 and full 2011 February financial report. In an economic stagnant country where consumerism reigns, IMAX appears to be breaking grounds where many others are falling behind. Is IMAX ultimately going to be the new More >
NR Interview: The Aquabats’ Christian Jacobs, AKA The MC Bat Commander
1 month ago
If you’re looking for a campy and silly superhero show that stars a rock band fighting monsters and villains, then The Aquabats! Super Show! is your show.
We had a chance to talk to The Aquabats frontman Christian Jacobs, AKA The MC Bat Commander, about how he started out in the ska band from OC, More >
The CosCast Episode 19 featuring cosplayer Kai Norman
1 month ago
Welcome to episode 19 of The CosCast, the podcast for cosplayers. Join hosts Joey Rassool and Jordan Brown as they interview Kai Norman. Norman can be seen cosplaying as the NRC Ranger in Fallout: Nuka Break and Scarecrow from Arkham City/Asylum.
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NR Interview: The Darknesss II composer Timothy Michael Wynn
1 month ago
We had a chance to chat with composer Timothy Michael Wynn, whose works includes The Darkness II, Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, The Simpsons Game, and many more. If you haven’t had a chance to play The Darkness II, I suggest checking that game out and listening to Wynn’s score. Also, the game More >
Why Bioware’s ‘ending’ to Mass Effect 3 was ingenious and how EA’s greed possibly ruined it
1 month ago
Now before anyone questions my Mass Effect loyalty, I’ve played ME1 three times and ME2 five times, so yes, I am a fan. With that out of the way, there has been a lot of backlash lately about Mass Effect 3’s ending; many people are up in arms claiming there was a “lack of ending” and no closure. More >
Nerd Reactor goes to MomoCon 2012 video
1 month ago
What would happen if the Nerd Reactor crew heads to MomoCon 2012 in Atlanta, Georgia? Well, we get breakdancing, pants splitting, and cool shots of cosplayers filled with all the crazy special effects of a Hollywood summer blockbuster. MomoCon, which was held from March 16-18 2012, is a geek More >
The CosCast: The Cosplayers’ Podcast – Episode 18
1 month ago
Check out episode 18 of The CosCast: The Cosplayers’ Podcast with your hosts Joey Rassool, Matthew Lewis, Tara Strand and Jordan Brown. In this episode, the guys talk about WonderCon, Anime Conji, parking madness and more.
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The Hunger Games review: Yes, we thought it was meh
1 month ago
So The Hunger Games was a huge success during its opening weekend, raking in an estimated $155 million, according to Box Office Mojo. That’s pretty huge, and many critics and fans loved it.
And us? Well, not so much. Check out our podcast review below and hear why.
Grade: John (D), Alex (D-), More >
Comic Book Men Season Finale Recap
1 month ago
In this episode, the guys of the Secret Stash make a pact to all get tattooed in order to force Walter into fulfilling an old promise. Plus, Nerd Reactor‘s Mike and Narvin talk about their adventures at this year’s WonderCon, and Mike gives another heart shattering story of the lost comic book More >
The Walking Dead Season 2 Finale Recap
1 month ago
The Nerd Reactor crew takes a look at the last episode of the Second Season of The Walking Dead. With Shane and Dale gone, the group struggles to figure out what should be their next move, but they may want to figure it out quick because a large mob of zombies is on its way to Hershel’s Farm.
All More >
The CosCast Episode 17 – Pre-WonderCon Madness
2 months ago
Image courtesy of Figures.com
Previously recorded, the CosCast crew is getting ready for WonderCon today as they hang out inside Matt Hiscox’ batcave. Join your host, Joey Rassool, as he’s joined by Becky Horton, Matt Hiscox’ (Batman: Death Wish), and Jennifer Zhang (Street Fighter High: The More >
