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Welcome to a place where nerds from everywhere discuss the most critical yet nerdy questions. We laugh and cry about why comics, video games, movies, music, etc. are essential in life. Find us on Spotify, Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Breaker and many more.

Miles Gray


    • Dec 19, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 38 EPISODES


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    Epic Universe: What's in Universal Studios Orlando's 3rd Park?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 60:30


    In Season 4 Episode 7, Andres and Elliot go through the five new lands that will showcase what Epic Universe offers. Universal Orlando's third park will feature the Isle of Berk from How to Train Your Dragon, the Dark Universe of Universal Monsters, the Ministry of Magic from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Super Nintendo World, and the original Celestial Park. Plus, who will win the Theme Park Wars in 2025: Disney or Universal?

    Season 4 Episode 6: Venom Duology Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 49:58


    The Basic Nerd Boys are Back in Town! Originally published in October, the guys discuss the Venom and Venom: Let There Be Carnage. Featuring of course, Ken!

    Ahsoka Season 1 Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 45:17


    Chilean Mr. 305 and Ginger Mr. 352 are back for a scintallating conversation about Disney Plus' live-action series, Ahsoka. The boys discuss why Ahsoka seems to ignore death as a scarce theme in Star Wars lore, did Rosario Dawson pull off a stoic Ahsoka, and many more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miles-gray/message

    What Jedi Master Do You To Train You? With @EthanEibe

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 56:00


    The Boys are back with aspirations to be a padawan. However, we don't have a master yet. Welcoming  @EthanEibe  to the podcast, the trifecta breaks down who they want to know the Jedi ways. #starwars #podcast #basic #basicnerdexperience. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miles-gray/message

    Overrated Movie/Video Game Franchises

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 44:29


    WE'RE BACCCCCKKKKKK!!!!!! The boys from South Florida are back in town for another nerdy installment of the Basic Nerd Experience. Andres or Chilean Mr. 305 and Elliot or Ginger Mr. 754 discuss how some franchises like the MCU, Last of Us, and Jurassic Park, have overstayed their welcome or aren't worth the hype. So sit back for this podcast comeback of the..... year. New Audio Episodes Available Every Wednesday https://open.spotify.com/show/3e28hByks5yQmQZreVJNSQ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/basic-nerd-experience/id1472869650 New Video Episodes Available Every Thursday https://www.youtube.com/@basicnerdexperience9812 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miles-gray/message

    Hall of Hot Takes Ep. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2022 29:35


    This is a new segment introduced in the Basic Nerd Experience. Featuring The Host with the Most, which looks like a Ghost, Chilean Mr. 305, Alizar of Shut Up Let's Talk and introducing Nico, Andres' brother. Here, the guys discuss who should/shouldn't be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This is the pilot to a mini-show the boys will discuss all music controversies, news and hot takes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Obi-Wan Kenobi Episode 1 and 2 Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 130:56


    Host with the most that look like a ghost hosted a live stream with Chilean Mr. 305 and talked with Mike Kennedy on their thoughts on the first two episodes of the limited series "Obi-Wan Kenobi." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    What Character Do You Want to See in a Video Game?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 139:14


    BNE has been back from a long hiatus as we discuss what characters we'd like to see in a video game—followed by a question of who'd you'd like to see in a video game. Starring Andres, Brandon, Elliot, Jose Ken, and Oscar, you're going to want to hear this. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Broward College Observer Squad #1 Season 2 Ep. 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 63:15


    Here on the Basic Nerd Experience, Elliot sits with the former staff writer and photographer of the Broward College Student Publication, the Observer. In the first Broward College Observer Squad episode, the trio talk about how Broward College is handling graduation, how they're dealing with the quarantine, chronicle their moments at the school newspaper, and Jovan learns what a simp means. Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe to the BNE channel. #BrowardCollege #Quarentine #StaySafe #The Observer. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Coronavirus Quarantine W/ Russell Ham Basic Nerd Experience Season 2 Ep. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 79:01


    On this isolated episode of the Basic Nerd Experience, Elliot, Russell, and Andres discuss their life since the pandemic known as COVID-19 has spread across the world, the unforeseen consequences that came from it, and the ideal music choices that they've stuck to since then. It bears repeating: wash your hands, stay home, don't spread this virus. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    A Cavalcade of Disney Plus Star Wars Shows: Part Two Season 3 Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 67:24


    Andres, Elliot, Johnny Boi, and Oscar are set in this two-part episode where they discuss the upcoming Star Wars shows available on Disney Plus. The boys sink their teeth into their thoughts and predictions on Lando, Andor, Rangers of the New Republic, Ahsoka Visions, A Droid Story and Rogue Squadron. To all the nerds out there, sit back, relax and enjoy! BNE doesn't own any of the clips presented in the featuring presentation. All rights are reserved to its owners. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the copyright act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    A Cavalcade of Disney Plus Star Wars Shows: Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 51:54


    Andres, Elliot, Johnny Boi, and Oscar discuss all of the newly announced Star Wars shows premiering on Disney Plus. In the first part of a two-part series, the boys discuss their thoughts and predictions of the Bad Batch, Mandalorian Season 3, the Book of Boba Fett, and Kenobi. So sit back, relax and enjoy another BNE episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Islands of Adventure: Love it or Hate it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 57:15


    In Season 3, Episode 3 of the podcast, Andres and Elliot In our takes the guest on an adventure across the Islands of adventure. The two nerds rate each park's attraction while doing their best to impersonate all the best characters. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Splash Mountain Renovation/Would you take the Covid-19 Vaccine? S3 E1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 86:45


    The Basic Nerd Experience is back with Season 3! Austin, Elliot, Johnny Boi, and Ken catch up on Zoom to discuss their thoughts on Splash Mountain changing to the Princess and the Frog. Also, Austin, Elliot, and Johnathan talk about if they would take the Pzier Covid-19 Vaccine. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Top 5 Pixar Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 81:37


    The BNE is back at it again! Andres, Elliot, and Jovan sit down via Skype to discuss what is the top five best Pixar movies of all time! From Onward to Up to Monsters Inc to Incredibles, the BNE trio divulges into why Pixar is so good at making us cry, laugh and once in a while cringe (looking at you Cars 2). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    How Covid-19 is Changing Movie Theaters and Representation in Comic Books is Rising

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2020 78:01


    After a long hiatus, the BNE is back with a very unique episode. The host with the most that looks like a ghost, Elliot , returns with guest, Rashad West, in which both had a lengthy discussion involving how Covid-19 is changing the movie industry. Also, the two nerds sink their teeth into how comic book representation has changed over the course of a few decades. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this exclusive episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Goodbye Splash Mountain, Hello Princess and the Frog!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 8:12


    As of June 25th, 2020, Splash Mountain will undergo an overhaul of switching themes to Princess and the Frog. Elliot investigates the history of the ride, what he feels about this news and how this will affect the parks. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Would you rather train as a Jedi or a Sith? w/ Matthew Katjdio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 35:36


    In the latest BNE episode, Elliot sits with Matthew over skype to discuss the all important question; do you want to be a Jedi or a Sith? Alongside the episode, they discuss issues with what's canon or not and why the prequels are better than the sequel trilogy. Stay tuned for the next episode where Elliot and Matthew rank all of the slipknot albums from least favorite to favorite. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    What's the Worst Gig You've Ever Played? W/Corazon Rabioso

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 73:30


    South Florida band, Corazon Rabioso, stops by the podcast to discuss what was their worst band gig that they've ever played. Luis, Javi, Pierre, and Erica share their personal stories of rough school gigs or just regular ones. Also, the band and Elliot bring up a random but critical question, What happened to Wannado City? Enjoy this episode and make sure to follow and listen to Corazon Rabioso. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Observer Squad 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 43:03


    The Basic Nerd Experience holds another conversation with Michael and Jovan of Broward College Observer fame. Today, Elliot, Jovan, and Michael discuss why Kingdom Hearts is a struggle to beat, what they're doing through this time of turmoil, and Jovan's beef with the Lion King remake. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Suicide Awareness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 50:53


    In the BNE Season 2 premiere, a new guest to the podcast Quinn, and your host with the most who looks like a ghost, sit down and discuss how critical suicide awareness is today. Quinn expresses how severe depression has affected his life, including his sexuality and treatment in school. As well as why Quinn and Elliot believe schools need to mandate better protocol for mental health treatment. Discretion is advised due to the discussion of sensitive topics that may affect our audience. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Season 2 Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 3:47


    Here's an inside look of what to expect for Season 2 of the Basic Nerd Experience. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Our Beef with Working in the Food Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2020 42:37


    In the season 1 finale, Amy, Andres, Brandon, Elliot, Gaby, and Johnny Boi gather around the nerd roundtable to talk about their own personal experiences in the food industry. During the episode, Amy talks to the BNE fanbase on how to properly order at Carrabba's while Gaby divulges into why people need to read the signs before ordering. With no experience in the food industry, Johnny Boi gives relatable advice on how to order at a Taco Bell drive thru late at night. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the season finale of the Basic Nerd Experience. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Star Wars: Rise of Rushed Sequels

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 100:08


    The BNE channel showcases Andres, Elliot, Johnny Boii, and Ken about their insight on the rushed Sequel Trilogy in the Star Wars Saga. The BNE boys discuss the future of the Star Wars brand, several reasons why we need a break from Star Wars, and how we would've liked Rise of Skywalker to end. Let's jump to lightspeed one more time to close out our Star Wars breakdown saga. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Star Wars Original Trilogy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 65:47


    Andres, Elliot, Jonathan, and Jose discuss the classic trilogy. The Basic Nerd Experience analyzes specific topics on what makes the trilogy a compelling saga. From Darth Vader and Thicc Boi Kenobi's rivalry to Jose's love for Han to Luke's path to become the last jedi. Enjoy this chill episode, --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Epsiode 3: Revenge of the Sith

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 80:16


    In our 12th episode, Elliot, Brandon, Gaby, Andres, Amy, Jose, and Jonny Boi unite once again in order to discuss the debatable best episode in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. Episode 3 is not for the fain of heart, at least for the Star Wars crowd, and although this trilogy has been divisive so far, this movie pulls all the stops in order to bring a Star Wars experience unlike any other. Don't be afraid, join us in the banter for Star Wars as we lead the hype and anti-hype for the last film in the saga! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Star Wars Episode 2 - Attack of the Clones

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2019 47:25


    In our 11th episode, Elliot, Brandon, Gaby, Andres, Amy, and Jonny Boi ramp up the discourse as they discuss the debatable worst installment in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. They all have their differing opinions about this film, but through it all, they push through to have an excellent time talking about sand. We would be honored if you would join us in this episode of argument, suspense, impersonations, and so much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Joker: Our Thoughts (Spoilers)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2019 59:31


    With the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time, Joker promised to tell audiences a character study about the clown prince of crime. Joker presents an emotionally deep film about mental illness, how society sometimes fails us, and why we need to be more courteous to everyone. BNE discusses the acting, writing, cinematography, in Joker while they reveal which is the best joker, and what's the current state for future DC films. Stay tuned for our video episode soon. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. Spoiler Alert (It's a Train Wreck)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2019 73:15


    In the Basic Nerd Experience's first attempt at a roast fest of the Star Wars Saga, Amy, Andres, Brandon, Elliot, Gaby, Johnnnnyyyyy Boiii, and Ken all sit down and discuss the ups and downs of the first prequel movie. From young thick boi Kenobi, crappy CGI, pod-racing, lazy writing, the always fantastic musical score, and Darth Maul, the podcast highlights certain aspects of this train wreck. Stay tuned for more reviews of the Star Wars movies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Disney Plus: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2019 59:07


    Andres, Brandon, Elliot, Gaby, and Ken come together for the podcast's eighth episode about Disney Plus. On Part 1 of this two-part episode, our long lost original member Gaby unites with us to discuss our most anticipated shows coming out of Disney +, which is set to release November 12th, 2019. On top of that, we discuss returning series like Star Wars the Clone Wars and how the build-up of the previous season can potentially make the 7th season the best one. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    That Time We Saw Slayer and Went to Universal Studios

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 51:00


    In the Basic Nerd Experience's seventh episode, Javi and Elliot reminisce a fun trip both endured at Orlando, Fl. Javi and Elliot talk about seeing the Heavy Metal Band Slayer live while making a stop to ride the rides at Universal Studios Resort. During a walk down memory lane, Javi talks about his time in the mosh pit while burning a cigarette on his arm. Alongside, Elliot again talks about why Marvel Superhero Island holds a particular place in his heart and how he almost became an amputee for walking nearly 14 hours. So please, sit back, relax, and listen to that time Javi and Elliot saw Slayer and went to Universal Studios. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Sony vs Disney Breakdown: The Fight for Spider-Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 46:54


    Andres, Brandon, Elliot, Jose, and Ken join together to discuss what happened between Disney and Sony's fight for Spidey. The Basic Nerd Experience squad talk about who succeeded and who failed and what are Sony's future plans. BNE also take in their personal opinions about the Spider-Verse like why Jose has beef with Gwen Stacey, Andres' controversial love for the Amazing Spider-Man series, and Ken's enthusiasm for what Sony has in store. So strap in for a nerdy debate and enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Nostalgic Video Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2019 53:49


    Andres, Elliot, Ken and Russell gather around the Nerd/Knight table on what is their favorite nostalgic video game. Ranging from Call of Duty, Halo, Kingdom Hearts, Mario Kart, Uncharted and many more, the Basic Nerd Experience isn't shy to let listeners know why gaming has made their childhoods special. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    What Scares You?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 36:34


    Andres, Russell and Elliot discuss the importance of fear and how to conquer it. Each nerd divulges into what terrifies them. From cartoons to movies to personal experiences, we get a better understanding of where our fear originates from. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Spider-Man: Is the web-head in his prime?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2019 52:17


    In the third episode, Javi and Elliot sit down to discuss what makes Spider-Man so special. From the Universal Studios ride, the Sam Raimi Trilogy, and the recent Spider Man PS4 exclusive game, both nerds can't argue that with great power comes great responsibility. So grab your Spidey suit and let's swing into a webtastic journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Universal Studios: Love it or Hate it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019 0:38


    In the podcast's second episode, Andres and Elliot divulge into what aspects of Universal Studios Orlando make it memorable or forgettable. So please sit back, relax, and listen to two nerds discuss how much this theme park means to them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    What is the best Batman Arkham game?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2019 15:39


    In the first episode of the Basic Nerd Experience, Elliot talks with Ken and Andres about the Batman Arkham games. Join us as we rank all of the Batman Arkham games from worst to best. So sit, back, relax, and enjoy the ramblings of 3 passionate nerds. Spoiler and sailor mouth warning for those who dare to click. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

    Basic Nerd Experience Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2019 0:38


    Listen in on a little taste of what to expect for the Basic Nerd Experience. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/miles-gray/message

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