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Your home for the podcasts from the staff of The Cultured Nerd. We dive deep and discuss various nerd culture topics from movies, tv, anime, and gaming.

Taylor Murphy


    • May 22, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 154 EPISODES


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    Peacemaker Season 2 is a MULTIVERSE Story?! & Superman Trailer Reactions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 37:50


    On this episode of The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk DC. First they talk Peacemaker's Season 2 trailer and the big signs that both the DCEU and DCU will be present, and then they break down the new Superman trailer.

    DC's "Lanterns" Gets New Casting Updates! New Rumored characters, Some debunked roles, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 32:13


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor talk about the new updates to the Green Lantern Show "Lanterns" and thew new additions of Actors Garret Dillahunt and Paul Ben-Victor, the rumors of them playing Black Hand and The Red Lantern Atrocitus, and the recent (and now debunked) rumors of Dillahunt playing Oliver Queen / Green Arrow.

    The Thunderbolts* sized problem with Daredevil Born Again Season 2 (and the Season 1 Finale)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 41:43


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about Daredevil Born Again season 1, its finale, and some pretty big questions about how it fits into the MCU and its overall timeline of events.

    New Superman Spoilers Leak Online!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 33:18


    On this brand new episode of The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the recent 5min Superman preview and some of the new leaks and spoilers that have made their way online due to the recent test screenings.To be warned, this is a spoiler filled episode, but it does not go into the "Big" spoilers. It over covers the set up from the first act.

    Its Official, The X-Men Are Coming To the MCU In Avengers Doomsday!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 32:50


    Marvel promised something big with the next Avengers films, and they have pulled back (some) of the curtain for the cast of Avengers Doomsday and revealed several key members of the Fox era X-Men films are returning!

    Did Marvel Just Confirm a Huge Daredevil Born Again Fan Theory?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 34:41


    On this new episode of The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk Daredevil: Born Again and how Marvel may have inadvertently confirmed a huge fan theory about the season premier's big death.

    Lets Talk About DAREDEVIL: Born Again & Season 2 Costume Rumors

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 40:16


    On this week's epsidoe, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about Daredevil: Born Again, what the fans are saying, what we thought, and what to expect from the rest of the season.They also talk the new Spider-Man 4 casting and speculate who Sadie Sink is playing in the new Marvel film, they talk Mobile Suit Gundam G Quuuuuux getting picked up by Amazon, and round out the episode with the latest from the world of DC Studios and Superman.

    James Gunn & Peter Safran Provide An Update To The DCU Slate

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 40:44


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the recent DC Slate meeting from James Gunn & Peter Safran had with the press and review each of the newly updated projects within the DC Studios pipeline.

    Jeremy Adams: Comic Writer & Screenwriter - TCN INTERVIEW

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 49:07


    On this special TCN Interview, Michael and Taylor sit down with comic writer and screenwriter Jeremy Adams. You probably know his work on DC Animation or his recent acclaimed run on The Flash comics, but they sit down and talk comics, marvel, dc, and their love of being a nerd.

    The Legacy of David Lynch 1946 - 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 33:37


    On this week's episode of #TheCulturedNerdPodcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the recent passing of iconic director #DavidLynch. They discuss #Eraserhead, #BlueVelvet, #Dune, #MulhollandDrive, and #TwinPeaks and what the body of work that David Lynch created means to both of them.

    He-Man Set Photos, Dumbledore Casting, and Super Saiyan 4 is now Canon!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 37:29


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the recent Masters of the Universe / He-Man Set Photos, its plot details, casting and more about the film. They talk Dumbledore Casting for the new Harry Potter series on HBO / MAX, and how Dragon Ball Diama made Super Saiyan 4 officially now Canon!

    Jurassic World, Superman, & Fantastic Four - The Barbenheimer event of 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 33:00


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about July's big move event films, Jurassic World Rebirth, Superman, and The Fantastic Four First Steps, all coming out back to back.

    'Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow' Starts Filming! Is the New Gundam Show the Best of The Series?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 39:59


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk #supergirlwomanoftomorrow and how fast the #DCU is moving. They talk #Lanterns, #Sinestro casting, and speculate a bit on the #SecretSix, #Clayface, and #Batman #TheBraveAndTheBold. They also talk a bit of #marvel / #MCU and then close out on #gundam / #gquuuuuux

    The DCU BATMAN Has Been Revealed! Kind Of... And Its NOT Robert Pattinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 36:20


    On this week's episode of #TheCulturedNerdPodcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about more #DC content, and this time its a whole lot of #DCU and its #BATMAN!

    What is happening with BATMAN?! The Batman 2 and The Brave and The Bold films are delayed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 34:28


    On this week's new episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the unexpected news that both #AndyMuschietti's #Batman film (#TheBraveAndTheBold) and #MattReeves' film (#TheBatmanPart2) have been delayed. We talk the internet chaos, the actual facts, and break down what is actually happening despite all the ridiculous gossip and negative rhetoric. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    The 'Superman' (2025) Trailer is Here! Breakdown, Easter Eggs, Spoilers, & More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 38:58


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the brand new trailer for #SUPERMAN from #JamesGunn and #DCStudios. They breakdown the footage, the easter eggs, talk about some spoilers, some theories, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Could DC Studios / James Gunn Actually Release The "Ayer Cut" of 2016's DECU Film Suicide Squad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 38:11


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the recent #ReleaseTheAyerCut fan campaign and the negative rhetoric that #JamesGunn is gatekeeping the #AyerCut of #DavidAyer's 2016 film #SuicideSquad. They break down the comments, concerns, and the actual reality of the situation. They also talk a little bit about #PokemonTCGPocket, what is and isnt a #LegendaryPokemon / #MythicalPokemon, and talk about #CreatureCommandos and the recent #ClayFace movie annoucement. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Skeleton Crew, Creature Commandos, & a new Gundam show?! Its been a big week for nerds!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 29:00


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the newest #StarWars series #SkeletonCrew, #JamesGunn's new #DCU Series #CreatureCommandos, and the new #Gundam show made by the team behind #Evangelion.... and as usual a little more on #PokemonTCGPocket --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Superman (2025) Trailer inbound?! Clayface & Sgt Rock films? Creature Commandos reviews & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 47:43


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about all the news from this past week. #Superman's trailer, #ClayFace and #SgtRock getting their own films. Early review reactions from #CreatureCommandos, and we even sprinkle a little #pokemon, #StarWars, and #sony #spiderman/#SpiderVerse in there. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    McFarlane Toys Spoils Superman Plot Points ! Penguin Review, Star Wars new, & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 35:52


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about some new Superman plot points that have now been confirmed by McFarlane Toys! They also talk The Penguin, the new Star Wars Trilogy, and Pokémon TCG Pocket. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    "Batman Beyond: Year One" The Fan Film You Have Been Waiting For!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 35:52


    On this special episode, Michael and Taylor sit down with Michael Yu, the writer, producer, and director of #BatmanBeyondYearOne. This latest #BatmanBeyond fan film features #RyanPotter as #Batman/#TerryMcginnis and already is taking the internet by storm... and its not even out until Nov. 16th! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Moon Lair Studios - Indie Manga Creator - With Guest Artist and Writer Pandy O

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 47:25


    On this special interview episode, Michael and Taylor sit down with Pandy O the writer, artist, and creator of the Indie Manga Brand 'Moon Lair Studios.' We talk about anime and manga inspiration, the current big projects their working on, and more. To support Pandy O and Moon Lair Studios, check out the following links: https://www.moonlairstudios.com/ https://www.instagram.com/moonlair_studios/ & Their KickStarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/moonlairstudios/v-series-1-2-a-manga-anthology-magazine?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZMk_ORhX5cIMmqe5o2Ky8BvRj0HJLOObWRTs7MmGU2UjB9mzd0l6NAo4U_aem_pooTBw7nsvENSoLrROxOVg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    DC Casting Outrage?! Fans Saying Lanterns' Actor isn't "Black Enough" & Krypto is the wrong Breed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 35:53


    On this episode of The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor sit down with Hinde "ATO" Martin and talk about the recent DC Casting controversies that are plaguing the internet this past week. Green Lantern not being black enough? Accusations of racism and colorism? Krypto the wrong Dog breed? We talk about the outrage, and address the growing concerns that these aren't actually real issues, but disgruntled fans who want the DCU to fail at any cost. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Joker: Folie à Deux Causes Internet Outrage! The Penguin Proves To Be A Hit At HBO With Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 35:37


    On this episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk #JokerFolieADeux and how the internet seems to absolutely hate the film... but is the hate justified? They also talk #HBO's latest hit with #ThePenguin, what are hopes are for how it leads into #TheBatmanPart2, and then we wrap the show with finally talking about the new #DCStudios animated kids film #TheDynamicDuo --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Green Lantern Screen Tests For John Stewart! David Zaslav Demanding Robert Pattinson For The DCU?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 27:02


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the news that WBD has already begun screen testing John Stewart / Green Lantern for the upcoming HBO Series 'Lanterns.' They also sit down and talk about the recent rumors that David Zaslav may be demanding Robert Pattinson become the Batman of the DCU?! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Kyle Chandler is Hal Jordan / Green Lantern! Plus New Info on the Casting Drama and Contract Info

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 26:42


    On this week's episode of The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and once again talk about Green Lantern and the breaking news that Actor Kyle Chandler has been tapped by DC Studios to play Hal Jordan / Green Lantern in their upcoming HBO Series Lanterns! We also discuss some behind the scenes news about WHY so many names were approached and why they passed on it, and some new casting rumors for Sueprman. Plus we also talk Ubisoft, Star Wars, and a tid bit of Lord of The Rings. Title Card image credit to the extremely talented Clements.ink on Instagram. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Jon Hamm Being Considered for Hal Jordan / Green Lantern !?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 29:45


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the recent rumors from Jeffrey Sneider that actor Jon Hamm is back in the mix for Hal Jordan / Green Lantern and apparently Chris Pine is out? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

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    Superman (2025) Is The "Exact Opposite Of Man Of Steel."

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 26:11


    On this episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the new reports regarding the overall setting and tone for the new DCU, how Superman compares to The Man of Steel, and casting updates for Green Lantern. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    PS5 PRO Revealed! Is It Too Expensive or Just The Right Price?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 28:21


    On this episode Michael and Taylor talk about the recent announcement of the PS5 PRO. We dive into the tech, what its promising, and discuss the highly controversial price point. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    DCU's Hal Jordan / Green Lantern May Have Been Found?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 31:17


    On this week's episode, Taylor and Michael sit down and talk about the new rumors surrounding the casting for HBO's upcoming Green Lantern series "Lanterns" set within the DCU. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

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    Martian Manhunter Damien Wayne & The Titans & More New DCU Rumors

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 28:49


    On this episode Taylor and Michael sit down and talk about the newest DCU rumors surrounding #MartianManhunter, #TheTitans/#TeenTitans, and even #TheFlash and #TheRogues, how they're actually possible, and what they could mean for the future of the franchise. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Deadpool & Wolverine Breaks Records! More Gambit Teased?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 28:47


    On this week's new episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about Deadpool & Wolverine and all the new box office milestones its been hitting along with Ryan Reynolds teasing more Gambit in the MCU future?! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    The DCU is Growing Fast!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 29:14


    On this episode of The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the DCU and how its already knee deep in filming multiple shows and movies and we havent even seen the release of the first project. Is this confidence or foolishness? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Disney Cancels The Acolyte! Why It Failed In The Eyes Of Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 29:52


    On this episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the breaking news that Disney and Lucasfilm have cancelled The Acolyte after one season. We talk about the shows flaws, why fans didnt respond to it, and we break down the facts as to why this show was an expensive gamble. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Lets talk about 'Batman Caped Crusader' (Spoiler discussion)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 29:25


    UPDATE: In this video, Taylor incorrectly referenced the “Alfred was beat cop” plans that were originally rumored but clearly abandoned in this show. On this new episode, Michael and Taylor talk about the new Batman show on Amazon Prime Video, Batman Caped Crusader. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    What does Superman need to do to make the DCU a Success?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 30:04


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk exclusively about 2025's 'Superman' film from James Gunn and what they both think needs to happen for this film to properly kick off an entire cinematic universe. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Deadpool & Wolverine Spoiler Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 31:12


    On this episode of The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor talk Deadpool and Wolverine. What worked, what didnt, and what they can do next.... oh and there are a LOT of Spoilers, so dont watch it unless youve seen the movie. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Robert Downey Jr Returns To The MCU As Dr Doom! & More SDCC 2024 reveals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 30:15


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the biggest reveals from San Diego Comic Con 2024. RDJ is BACK IN THE MCU... but not as Iron Man? We also talk about DC, Peacemaker 2, Creature Commandos, The Penguin, Mortal Kombat, The Boys, Fantastic Four, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Matt Reeves' 'Arkham Asylum' Series Cancelled?! & The Acolyte continues to disappoint.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 62:52


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor talk about #TheAcolyte and how the season is almost done and clearly failing to live up to any expectations, the #MattReeves #ArkhamAsylum series that was cancelled and what the show actually was despite the fan outrage claiming it was something else, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Superman's Cleveland Filming Continues! Green Lantern, Hawkgirl, the film's villain, and more.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 64:47


    On This week's special live episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk #Superman again, but this time we go into the spoiler territory as we share some new filming images, talk about #GreenLantern, #MrTerrific, #Hawkgirl, and what seemingly could be the film's villain. We also talk about #ZackSnyder's reveal that #ZSJL may be coming to theaters... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Superman films in Cleveland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 49:46


    On this week's episode, Micahel and Taylor sit down and talk about the new #Superman Set photos from its outdoor filming in Cleveland. They also talk about HBO's #Lanterns, #Marvel's #MCU problems, #Sony bringing #MilesMorales to live action, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    What is going on with The Batman Part 2?! Plus Transformers, Acolyte, Superman, & More.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 69:04


    On this week's live episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about #TheBatmanPart2, #Transformers, #Acolyte, #Superman, #PowerRangers & More. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Zack Snyder Returns To WB?! Venom 3 Trailer Confuses MCU Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 55:35


    On this week's special live episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about #ZackSnyder, #300, the #ZSJL and #RTSV movements, #Venom3, the #MCU, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    I Watched Madame Web So You Don't Have To!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 56:09


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about #MadameWeb and how its somehow taking #Netflix by storm. We also discuss #Furisoa, the #MadMax universe, #GeorgeLucas, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    New Lord Of The Rings Movie! The Internet Is Divided Over Superman's Reveal

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 57:41


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the latest headlines since our last episode. The big #Superman costume reveal, the new #LordOfTheRings movie (#TheHuntForGollum), #StarTrek, #Barbarella, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    An Interview with Ian James Corlett. Voice Actor, Writer, Goku, Cheetor, Megaman, & (Glitch) Bob

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 91:54


    On this week's episode of The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor had the pleasure to sit down with Actor and Writer Ian James Corlett, the voice behind countless animated characters from the 90s to the present. He was the original voice of #Goku and #MasterRoshi in #DragonBallZ, he was #Cheetor in #BeastWars, he voiced #Megaman, and even #GlitchBob in #Reboot. We talk voice acting, his journey, his views on the medium, and much more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Tron 3 Casting - X-Men '97 Finale - Rebel Moon 2 Numbers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 61:35


    On this week's live episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about Tron 3 Casting, X-Men '97 Finale, and the truth behind the Rebel Moon 2 Numbers --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Deadpool & Wolverine Save The MCU

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 43:11


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about that Deadpool and Wolverine trailer is taking the internet by storm and what we hope this film does for the MCU as a whole. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Does Netflix's new mandate put Zack Snyder out of a job?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 68:29


    On this week's live episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk Netflix, Zack Snyder, Rebel Moon, X-Men '97, Fallout, and Superman. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    An interview with Gui Agustini , Marvel's Sunspot from X-Men '97

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 61:28


    On this episode Michael and Taylor sit down with actor Gui Agustini, who plays Marvel's Sunspot from X-Men '97. We talk about the show, his history, his journey, and everything and in between. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

    Our Hopes and Speculation for the DCU!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 63:31


    On this week's episode, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the DCU. The latest rumors, the wishlist casting, and what we above all hope to see in the DCU going forward. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-cultured-nerd/support

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