Nerd Pastiche

This week, we talk about movie adaptations of video games. Brittany doubles down on the mastery of John Leguizamo, and Darian makes possibly the best casting choice ever. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week Darian hosts his first annual Horror Awards. Darian does not like M. Night and Brittany is obsessed with Lllamageddon. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we see the triumphant return of Soltar as we play a spooky one-shot D&D adventure! Special music in this episode: Dark Times by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3611-dark-times License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Clash Defiant by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3510-clash-defiant License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we explore the many reasons why Studio Ghibli films are the best films. Brittany sings "Merry-Go-Round of Life" while Darian admits to owning a never-watched copy of Spirited Away. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss 80s and 90s cartoons! Brittany learns that the 80s was full of robots and Darian is the Norbert to Brittany's Daggett. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

It's time to put some fantasy in your football! Brittany collects the definitely-not-an-existing-team-name Washington Wizards, and Darian assembles the Soldiers of Soltar! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss the many labors of being a nerd. Brittany fangirls over the DuckTales remake while Darian loves and laments just about everything. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss one of the best ways to test a friendship: Mario Kart. Darian gets excited over the return of CM Punk to AEW and Brittany reveals a bit too much about her college years. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

We decided to start Fall a little early this week! Brittany stabs things and Darian creates a tasty charcuterie board of horror. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss some fun and fascinating things we learned through our various nerd spaces. Darian gets philosophical and Brittany discovers her sociopathic tendencies. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss the Star Wars franchise alongside the MCU. Darian asks some tough questions and Brittany expresses her love once more for the Ewoks. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss video games! What makes them great? What makes them not-so-great? What makes Darian cringe? And why does Brittany love indie games so dang much? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week Darian leads us on a journey of self-exploration as we discuss adaptations that he enjoys that aren't quite so universally beloved. Brittany and Darian share a rare moment of mutual love and respect for the Mortal Kombat movies. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we dive into the deepest parts of the ocean! Darian fawns over a crimson-lipped sea creature and Brittany submits to the tardigrade overlords. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we dive into the hive! Brittany discovers a new interest and Darian is not ready. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we dive into the world of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Darian invents the "sky-window" and Brittany googles pictures of pizza. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

To mark one year of doing this podcast together, we decided to take a look back at some of the wonderful things that have happened in the nerd-o-sphere since the birth of the show. Brittany discusses/eulogizes E3 and Darian wants to go to Filthy Island. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we wish a Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there in the Nerdosphere! Darian coins the phrase "cicadaggedon" and Brittany raves about the masterful "content daddy," Bo Burnham. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we head to the Mystery Shack and dive into an animated storytelling masterpiece: Gravity Falls. Darian channels his inner Grunkle Stan and Brittany fangirls over Alex Hirsch. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we decided on some things that we believe should have a national "day" of sorts. Brittany shares her (lack of) knowledge of Inception and Darian apparently doesn't like donuts as much as the rest of the world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week, we dive back into the world of collecting. Darian makes some new friends and Brittany does her best to remember the difference between "figurines" and "action figures." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we send belated love to our favorite nerd mamas. Brittany does her best Linda Belcher impression and Darian scars us all with a fleshy robot baby. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

In this episode, we talk about the phenomenon of Let's Players. Darian jumps in the Bargain Bin and Brittany gets "YouTubular." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

May the Fourth is a holy day for Star Wars fans, so we decided to discuss our relationships with the franchise. Brittany tells us her favorite characters and Darian hates it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week, we get introduced to a new anime! Brittany listens intently and Darian is forced to admit that he has friends. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

In this episode, we learn the results of the March Madness Mascot Tournament! Brittany laughs maniacally while Darian's soul is crushed. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

Darian dreams of a better Nightmare and Brittany laments her soggy bottoms. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

In our final full March Madness episode, we narrow the field down to two. Brittany brings the chaos while Darian desperately tries to hold on to some semblance of order. **Make sure to head over to NerdPastiche on Instagram and/or NerdPastichePod on Twitter to vote for one of our final two mascot competitors!** --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

We continue our March toward Madness. Darian sweats over his matchups and Brittany contemplates if mayonnaise is an instrument... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

We continue our triumphant journey through the March Madness brackets. Darian follows his heart and Brittany upsets the WA-whole world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

Welcome to Week Two of March Madness. Our quest for the Nerd Pastiche mascot continues! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we begin our month of March Madness! Brittany punches a lady and, oddly enough, Darian follows his feelings. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss a science fiction classic! Brittany questions robot religions and Darian needs to change his batteries. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

In this episode, we return to Bad Wolf. Brittany's rage burns with the fire of a thousand suns and Darian stands next to her with gasoline. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

Love is in the air this week as we discuss our various nerd crushes! Darian fawns over his soap-opera sirens and Brittany nestles into a lovely beard. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we dive into horror movies and a very specific trope. Darian reminisces on watching horror films as a child while Brittany panic crouches in a corner. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week, Brittany introduces Darian to the wonder and magic of My Little Pony. Brittany shares her pony-sona and Darian gets even more confused than usual. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we make some predictions for 2021. Darian continues his internal fight with Hasbro and Brittany wishes for a Keanu/Cage crossover. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss Darian's plastic addiction and the things that make him rampage. Darian gets angry and Brittany fuels the fire. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

We return to Main Menu once more with a discussion of Chucklefish's amazing game, Stardew Valley! Brittany sows her love of indie games while Darian reaps anguish and kale. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

Welcome to 2021! We depart from our normal script this episode and just talk about the winter break and "fire the feces". In light of our world right now, we hope you enjoy a bit of friendly banter this morning! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

Welcome to the New Year's episode! We highlight some of the best and worst moments from the dumpster fire of 2020 in preparation for the new year. Brittany returns to old haunts and taunts while Darian is predictable in all the best ways. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week we discuss the things we would love to spend our money on if only the world would let us. Brittany rants about the Great British Baking Show and Darian longs for Billie Piper. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

This week Darian leads a new segment and sheds some light on an unexpected love of Melrose Place. Brittany gets legitimately confused and Darian defends a catfight in a pool. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

Come along with us as we dive into the world of Adventure Time! Brittany shows her approximate knowledge of many things while Darian does his best LSP impressions. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

We return to Young Padawan once more as Brittany teaches Darian the finer points of Dungeons and Dragons. Brittany slips into her DMs, and Darian rolls for initiative. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

It's the Thanksgiving episode! Join the gang as they chat about things they're thankful for from the hellscape that was 2020. Darian opens his heart and Brittany laughs. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

It's the return of Young Padawan! Darian attempts to teach Brittany about WRASSLIN'. Brittany gets confused about costumes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

It's prom night! This week we round out our adaptation-chat with a discussion of Stephen King's Carrie! Darian puts on his psych major hat and Brittany gets musical. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

We start off another "science fiction double feature" with our takes on some of adaptations. Brittany is shivering with anticipation and Darian cannot deny the glory of Tim Curry. Just in case it isn't clear yet, we are talking Rocky Horror this week!Music: Study And Relax by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5764-study-and-relaxLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support

In our Halloween special, we discuss the best Halloween movie: Hocus Pocus! HOLLYWOOD.Music: Study And Relax by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5764-study-and-relaxLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nerdpastichepod/support