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Fast & Furious – What a disaster plot
Feb 3rd
Brian Terry was a 40-year-old federal agent that was killed on December 14, 2011, after confronting suspected drug bandits near the Arizona-Mexico border; the unfortunate truth in any division of any agency dealing with criminals on a daily basis. The eerie circumstance behind his no doubt untimely death, was the fact More >
Geek Ink: Epic Star Wars Chestpiece
Jan 2nd
It’s been awhile since I’ve done a Geek Ink article but I thought it would be good to start it up again with this kick ass Star Wars tattoo chestpiece. This comes from a reader over at Geekologie, who wanted a different take on the whole Virgin Mary/Baby Jesus tattoo.
Here is my More >
Book Review: Sad Monsters: Growling on the Outside, Crying on the Inside
Nov 3rd
Holy crap I’m doing a book review! I hope you’re as shocked as I am, especially with the big name video game titles coming out. At this moment, I can feel my fingers twitching to get back murdering hordes of people in Battlefield 3, but my inner child wants to More >
Spock Comes Out of the Closet
Oct 16th
There are some very sad Trekkie ladies out there today because it has just been announced that Star Trek and Heroes star, Zachary Quinto, has come out in this week’s issue of New York Magazine. Zachary has long been a support of gay rights. Recently, he has done an 8-month run on More >
Bill Gates on the Passing of Former Apple CEO Steve Jobs
Oct 5th
Many are still reeling from the shock from the announcement today that former Apple CEO Steve Jobs has passed away. It was only less than 2 months ago, that the Apple founder step down from his position. Citing he could no longer meet the duties and expectations of job as Apple’s CEO.
There More >
Friends and Family Remember Ryan Dunn
Jun 20th
This morning, news broke that Jackass star Ryan Dunn died in a car crash late last night in West Goshen Township, Pennsylvania. Long before Jackass, Ryan was a member of the CKY Crew and appeared in numerous DVDs with Bam Margera.
Following the announcement of his death, many weigh in on the passing of More >
Japan Gets a Jurassic Park-Themed ‘Love’ Hotel
Jun 20th
Taiwan thought they were so cool with their Batman themed “Love Suite”. Well consider yourself owned Taiwan, because Japan has just opened their very own Jurassic Park themed Love Hotel, Jzaurass. In Jzaurass (lol, I see what you did there), guests will be able to enjoy all the sites and sounds made More >
Whatever Happened to Star Tours’ Original Pilot?
Jun 3rd
Today, Star Tours makes its grand return to Disneyland. It has been 24 years, since the original ride first appeared in Tomorrowland at “The Happiest Place on Earth.” Now with its recent huge makeover, the ride has more than 52 possible outcomes. Nerd Reactor got a chance to take a sneak peek More >
Nerd Reactor Fan & Artist Struts Nerdzilla!
May 30th
Justin Bogy
Artist and Nerd Reactor fan, Justin Bogy, was ecstatic to know what we were doing for the Nerd culture. So in turn he went ahead and made this awesome interpretation of our Nerdzilla mascot.
Nerd Reactor 'Nerdzilla' by Justin Bogy
I sat down with Justin to get an idea about his artistic style, and sources More >
Death of Superman Fan-Film Sequel: Funeral for a Friend
May 30th
Awhile back, we reported on kashchei2003′s amazing Death of Superman fan-film, Superman: DOOMSDAY. The short was met with great critical acclaim from fans, who shouted at the roof tops “Why… oh why… couldn’t Superman Returns have been this good.”
Kashchei2003 is back again, with Superman: DOOMSDAY Part 2: Funeral For a Friend. DOOMSDAY still runs More >
Functional SNES Urinal
May 25th
Waste of Classic Games or clever way to recycling? You be the judge.
JJ Hendricks is the man behind this interesting use of old video game cartridges. To put the fanboys at ease, Hendricks made sure to point out that all the games used, were all broken and no longer More >
Did Charlie Sheen Get Ousted by the Nerds?
Mar 8th
Seems like everyone is talking about how Charlie Sheen was recently fired from the show Two and a Half Men. I was never a big fan of the show and every time I watched it, it just seemed like Charlie Sheen was just playing himself on the show. I always kind of More >
The Pope & Social Networks: Don’t Be ‘Scurred’
Jan 25th
The Church is plugging into the social network. No, don’t worry, Tom Hanks won’t be there to give us all an elaborate scheme resulting in the truth.
This past Monday, Pope Benedict gave a blessing to all those who adore the social networking age, but also a stern warning. There are roughly More >
The Urkel Initiative: Waging War on Saggy Pants with the 90′s Lovable Nerd
Dec 14th
I never quiet fully understood the attraction of saggy pants. Even as a kid I always thought that if something catastrophic ever happen and I need to run really fast, I would be screwed because I would trip over myself and get trampled by the hordes of people running for More >
Guitar Hero: Christmas Lights Edition
Dec 11th
There’s no question that some people take their Christmas light decorations really serious. You see these people at the store, buying up every bulb and garland they can get their holiday cheer on. Well, for Ric Turner it’s not just about lights, it’s replay value.
Last year, Ric dazzled millions with his amazing More >
Darth Vader and Adolf Hitler Throws it Down in an Epic Freestyle Battle Rap
Nov 15th
What happens when the Lord of the Darkside faces off with the commander of the Third Reich? Well if you put down a dope beat and turn up the bass, you have one of the most hilarious freestyle battle raps in history.
In my opinion, Adolf threw down the sickest lyrics. More >
Veteran’s Day 2010 – Remembering and Honoring with…DEALS
Nov 10th
In all seriousness, Nerd Reactor would like to thank all branches of the United States armed forces for serving our country. We love you!
The Long Beach, California, Veterans Affairs hospital has been giving out a list of discount deals that armed service members can obtain on, or during the month of More >
Persona -Trinity Soul- Review
Nov 5th
Continuing Season 1 of the Persona ~Trinity Soul~, season 2′s box set comes with the complete second season on two disks containing episodes 14-26 and an art book featuring mini comics and some concept drawings neatly wrapped up in a very beautiful collectors box.
The Second Season of Persona picks up More >
Classical Nerds with The Phantom of the Opera Theatrical Review
Nov 4th
The Phantom of the Opera is one of the best, and long lasting theatrical show ever to set foot on stage. Phantom ranks in as the most successful entertainment value of all time with revenue reaching over $5 billion! That alone leaves James Cameron’s Avatar in the dust. There are currently now 7 More >
Nerds Show Their Support at The Rally to Restore Sanity
Nov 3rd
Over the weekend, John Stewart and Stephen Colbert squared off on Washington D.C.’s National Mall. Not only did 215,000 people show up but among them were many nerds, making the National Mall look more like Comic-Con than a rally to restore sanity.
If you were not able to make it down the D.C. for More >
This Christmas Get Your Kid His Very Own Mech!
Oct 4th
The hell with Power Wheels! This Christmas, give your child something that has a little “umph” and hydraulic arms. From Sakakibara Kikai comes the Kid’s Walker, a mech robot that would make any kid a walking death machine.
The Kid’s Walker looks like something straight out of movies like Aliens and The Matrix. More >
Sean Bailey Talks TRON, ElecTRONica, Tour, and More!
Sep 29th
Latino Review is at it again! Sean Bailey who is the producer of TRON: Legacy and newly appointed head of production at the Walt Disney Studios, is one of the coolest guys you will ever meet. He sat down with George ‘El Guapo’ Roush over at Latino Review to talk More >
Heard Around the Galaxy, and the Internet too: Star Wars Goes 3D in 2012!
Sep 29th
Yup. George Lucas is at it again. This time he is re-re-re-releasing the entire Star Wars series in 3D. First were three, then there were the original three re-released. Then there were three more released. Now we have the honor, prestige, and oath to once again visual conceive all six re-released in More >
*Update* ‘TRON: Legacy’ – ElecTRONica At California Adventure Theme Park
Sep 24th
*Update*
On September 22nd a guest asked on Disney Park Blogs if the rumors of having Dj’s perform throughout the ElecTRONica seasonal event could be confirmed or denied. Robin Trowbridge responded:
“Good question, Johnny. ElecTRONica will feature some of the hottest DJ talents to help us power up the night. Stay tuned – more More >
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February 4, 2012 - 3:13 pm NBC's Awake will have Jason Isaacs leading double lives This is the first TV show in a long time that I am actually going to watch the premiere of.
February 4, 2012 - 9:25 am Fast & Furious - What a disaster plot I've been following this thing since day one, and the whole thing stinks to the top. First off, w...
February 3, 2012 - 10:31 pm Ghost Recon: Future Soldier gameplay trailer says FU to Battlefield and Call of Duy I'm just messing with ya ^_^ Does anyone remember the Live-Action trailer? http://www.youtube.co...
February 3, 2012 - 10:22 pm Ghost Recon: Future Soldier gameplay trailer says FU to Battlefield and Call of Duy I was just making fun of the way the guy mispronounced Tom Clancy, instead saying CA-lancy.
February 3, 2012 - 10:04 pm Ghost Recon: Future Soldier gameplay trailer says FU to Battlefield and Call of Duy This game does look sick!!!