Dorkside Nexus

A Return to our Nerdy adventures: Star Wars, Marvel, Nintendo movies and So Much More

After 3 long months we have returned! That's Right Dorkside Nexus is back and man do we have a lot to catchup on!  In the time that we have been away we had to part ways with Corey and we spend the first part of this episode  reminiscing about our favorite Favorite moments with Corey over the last couple of years.  After that , we put on our speculative hats as we discuss the possibilities for the Ahsoka show and what the future might hold for the Star Wars timeline.  Super Mario Bros cam...

Warner Bros Strikes Back

A few episodes ago we asked whether DC Studios was on fire... Well, Warner Bros Discovery has clapped back at us it seems. Not only did we get a ton of more information on the upcoming DC projects, but we also had massive news with more Lord of the Rings content in the works and, the possibility of a certain Peter Jackson returning to the Directors chair. What may be even bigger than both those things was the release of Hogwarts Legacy. The sales numbers were staggering causing Warner Bros...

What Projects in 2023 have us Hyped

2023 is already in full swing, but a few weeks ago Brooksy, Corey and tanner sat down to discuss what things we were most excited to see this year. New releases may have been announced and some of these projects have already dropped but find out what our most anticipated Projects of the year when 2023 Started. 

Is DC Studios On Fire?

James Gunn was announced as Co-CEO of DC a few months ago to try and right the ship so to speak with the DC movies. Nerds everywhere rejoiced, feeling as though we were finally going to get the DC universe we deserved on the big screen. Fast Forward a few months,3 and it feels like the house of DC is on fire. The biggest blow came with Henry Cavill being let go as Superman. To top that off Eza Miller's Flash movie is still set to release later this year. All of these things have left fans w...

Our Favorite Star Wars Projects So Far...

This week we have our friend Chris  join us as we revisit a topic that we talked about way back when we first started this podcast: Our favorite Star Wars.  We breakdown our top 5 movies, moment and characters 

Our Final Thoughts on Andor

Disney and Lucasfilm wrapped up their latest Star Wars TV series: Andor,  and we didn't get to talk about it because of Thanksgiving.  Yes, we do have lives outside of Star Wars and this podcast. This week we sat down and finally got to discuss everything about the series and what our thoughts were in the end. Including that strange plotline that involves both Syril and Dedra.

Andor Shows Gollum The One Way Out!

We have 3 Episodes of Star Wars: Andor to talk about this week, and OMG  there iso much to go over.  Diego Luna,  Stellan Skarsgård, and Andy Serkis gave such amazing performances over the last 3 pulse pounding episodes and we don't even know where to start. Before we can get into the greatness that is Andor we have to discuss the news of Peacemaker Season 2, and The sadness that we were all greeted with in Henry Cavil's departure from The Witcher.

So You're Still a Mace Windu Stan? A Tales of Jedi Breakdown.

What a week it has been to be a nerd!!! This week we were spoiled rotten with News like James Gunn being hired as Co-CEO of DC films, and  Disney telling Lucasfilm exec Kathleen Kennedy to stop announcing new projects.   We also got a trailer for Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantaummania and...Well... We still aren't sure how we feel about Marvel Trailers.. And finally, Tales of The Jedi Dropped and hot damn this is our jam!! We breakdown everything we LOVED about this amazing series of shorts!...

Andor Stole My Paycheck: Andor Midseason Breakdown

6 episodes of Andor have released now, holy cow has this show been amazing.  Brooksy, Corey and Tanner are madly in love with this show. This week they sit down to breakdown the series so far and what they felt about that last episode that paid off so much on the things that have been built up so far in this season.  Is this the best Star Wars that Lucasfilm has put out since Disney purchased them?  Possibly.

Move out of The Way Andor, Deadpool 3 is About to Steal your Thunder

Wow Brooksy, Corey and Tanner are back together again! That's right guys, the stars  and schedules have aligned and the whole gang is here. We had planned to to just talk about Andor but Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman had to throw a monkey wrench in that. So wee spent quite a bit of time this week talking about Deadpool 3 and what that means for other characters that could be coming into the MCU like Magneto. After that we journey back to a galaxy far far away for the latest instalment of ...

Finally They're Talking About D23. What The Hell Took Them So long?

Yes, yes. We know we haven't covered D23 yet... We're sorry we were away doing something else that weekend and didn't have time... That's right though we actually break down our thoughts on what we felt to be a lack luster D23. There were some cool things announced and teased, and this week we will go over what excites us the most. Before all of that Tanner and Corey have to catch up because it's been a minute since they could chat. With Corey being in love and everything he doesn't have t...

Orchard Works: Giving You the Tools to Release the Magic Within!

Recently we were lucky enough to have a magical experience down in Stafford Springs, CT at the one and only Orchard Works, a place where they hand craft  wands inspired by the Wizarding World of  Harry Potter!  Walking in makes you feel as though you have just arrived at Ollivander’s shop in Diagon Alley. When we arrived, we were greeted by Ed Bareiss, co-owner and founder, where he treated us to a sit-down interview, a tour of the shop, and a behind the scenes look at how the magic is crea...

Papa Palpatine's Game Corner: Mass effect

This week Tanner and Papa Palpatine sit down and start a new Mini series all about video games. This week we decided to talk about one of our  all time favorite game series: Mass Effect. We talk everything from why we love to original three games, to why we think Andromeda did so poorly. Towards the end of the episode we discuss what we have heard for the upcoming sequel that we are referring to as Mass Effect 4/5.

Papa Palpatine's Game Corner: Mass effect

This week Tanner and Papa Palpatine sit down and start a new Mini series all about video games. This week we decided to talk about one of our  all time favorite game series: Mass Effect. We talk everything from why we love to original three games, to why we think Andromeda did so poorly. Towards the end of the episode we discuss what we have heard for the upcoming sequel that we are referring to as Mass Effect 4/5.

Fan Expo Boston: An Unexpected Journey

We recently had the pleasure of attending FanExpo Boston. Man did we have a good time! This week we breakdown our pros and our cons of the con.... Did you see what we did there? From Celeb meet and greets, vendors, all the way cosplay wea have a lot to talk about so sit back relax and enjoy the sultry sounds of our voices as we recount our journey.

San Diego Comic Con, Got us all Hot and Bothered!

This week we sit down to talk about all of the upcoming projects for Phase's 5 and 6 that Marvel announced at San Diego Comic Con. Such as Black Panther; Wakanda Forever, Iron Heart, Daredevil Born Again, and the culmination of the Multiverse Saga.  As well as the implosion that is happening over at Warner Brothers Discovery with the DC Comics properties.  Before Getting to all of that Tanner and Brooksy debate which peanut butter and what type of Jelly is best( its raspberry don't let Broo...

Damn, Thor Really did bring the Love and The Thunder

This week all Three of the boys are back! That's Right Brooksy aka Papa Palpatine has returned to us just in time to talk about the wild ride that Taika Waititi brought us on in Thor: Love and Thunder. Needless to say they are a bit punchy from not being able to get back together until now.  Along the way there are a plethora of other things discussed such as Robot Chicken and Family Guy Star Wars specials,  new things being uploaded to Disney Plus, and a whole bunch of inappropriate commen...

Wait Something's missing... Oi! Why isn't Papa Palpatine with The Boys?

This week Tanner and Corey Got together to do some catch up because it's been a crazy couple of weeks for them.  No Papa Paplatine this week sadly but he will be back in the next episode. 

Obi-Wan and Darth Vader at the Cliffs of Insanity. A Breakdown of Kenobi Episodes 5 and 6

It's finally here the moment we have all been waiting for Kenobi season finale dropped, and all we can say is damn... That was amazing!  This week Brooksy dawns his new persona as he sits down with Corey and Tanner to discuss the episodes 5 and 6 of Kenobi. Spoilers are every where so if you haven't caught up yet turn back.  Spoiler alert, so if you keep reading without seeing the last two episodes it's on you> We discuss everything from The flashbacks of Episode 5 all the way to the rema...

Why are Fans like this? I'm Looking at you Star Wars and Marvel Fans

Well the Star Wars fans started and now the Marvel fans are doing it too. That's right we are talking about being toxic. Tanner had enough of the internets BS since, Multiverse of Madness, and Kenobi have dropped. So he sat down and just wanted to air out his feelings on the toxicity of our city... Wait, no those are System of a Down lyrics.. But really sit back and listen to tans thoughts and opinions on toxic fandoms

Lord Vader Who is this Shoresy They keep Referencing? Kenobi Episode 3 and 4 Breakdown

Well the Last 2 episodes of Kenobi were a wild ride! This week Brooksy, Corey , and Tanner break down the show so far and give their thoughts and opinions on everything from the touching moments between Ben and Leia, Reva's Character arc, Quinlan Vos, all the way to Vader vs Kenobi, and Ben reestablishing his connection with himself and the force Also Tanner and Corey are really fired up this week about another show the Letterkenny spinoff Shoresy. Leading to some great outbursts and tangen...

A Jedi Walks into a Desert....Kenobi Episodes 1 and 2, Star Wars Celebration

Holy Star Wars Batman!  Lucasfilm brought the thunder this week with the release of the newest Disney+ series : Kenobi. We have two episodes to go over. and man are they jam packed with Ewan McGregor goodness. But on top of that Star Wars Celebration just wrapped as well. and Oh My Gawd did they bring the thunder with upcoming content. So much so That I think we might cry about the fact we didn't get to go. Set sit back and enjoy the conversation here in the nexus. P.S  We know episode 3...

This is Getting out of hand. Now there are three of them... Darth Brooksy has entered the chat.

Corey and Tanner have a surprise this week... They have brought on a new member to the Dorkside Nexus team: Brooksy! So sit back, relax and enjoy the conversation between 3 nerds who wish more than anything they were at Star wars Celebration but couldn't be.

M.O.M Is That You? Multiverse of Madness Breakdown

Marvel Studios did it for the second time in a month... That's right they hit us with the mommy issues, this time they did it on the big screen with Dr. Strange in The Multiverse of Madness. *Spoilers Ahead* But, before we dive into what Scarlet Witch,  Dr. Strange, Wong and the Illuminati are up to in this pulse pounding Sam Raimi flick. Tanner talks about a very important piece of early 2000's tech that is being shelved forever.  So sit back relax and prepare to explore The Multiverse 

Bryce to Meet you... A Moon Knight Finale Breakdown

Wait who is this imposter sitting next to Corey? That's not Tanner!!!!! No you right, it's his younger brother Bryce. Not to worry though Corey still breaks down the Moon Knight with Bryce. Not to worry Tanner still makes a brief appearance! So sit back and enjoy the ride as we breakdown the finale of Moon Knight and Corey asks Bryce about his favorite Fandoms.

What is Dorkside Nexus?

Ever wondered what Dorkside Nexus is about? Well hear it from our own mouths.

Season 2 Episode 4: Sweet Trauma O' Mine (Moon Knight Break Down)

Well I think it is safe to say everyone has some emotional damage from Episode 5 of  Moon Knight. So lets talk about it. Also Thor: Love and Thunder Trailer and what we think it means for our favorite Asgardian of the Galaxy moving forward. Also apologies in advance.... Tanner thinks he can sing but he's just terrible.

The Dumbledore's and Their Naughty Secrets

This week Join Tanner as he talks about Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.  Is Jacob a wizard? What was that weird dance Newt was doing? Is Mads Mikkelsen a good Grindelwald? How is Creedence a Dumbledore? All that and more lie ahead, so if you don't want the movie spoiled for you; then this is not the podcast you require.

Is Moon Knight Gone 1.5

Tanner recorded some additional talking points on Moonknight that were missed in the last episode discussion as well as explains the technical difficulties that he went through in recording  the last episode

Is Moon Knight Gone?

We are now 3 episodes deep into Marvel's Moon Knight on Disney+,  and man has it been a wild ride so far. This week we dive into what Khonshu and the many personalities of Marc Spector have been up to.

Season 2 Episode 2:Moonkinght

Episode 1 of Moonknight Dropped this week! Meaning we have a lot to talk about. So lets get to everything we thought about the show so far

Season 2 Launch

After a 6 month Hiatus we are back. Join Corey and Tanner as they catch up on everything from. No way Home, Book of Bobba Fett all r the Way to The Batman! Lets get it!

Episode 20:Star Wars Visions and Movie trailers Galore!

This week Lucasfilm dropped Star Wars : Visons, and man was the first episode wild or what? The Batman Trailer dropped as well and the boys are definitely excited! I mean Tanner is drooling over this knew Batmobile as we speak... Finally Corey and Tanner have a moment of nastalgia and relive a wonderful movie from their childhood... What could it be?

Episode 20:Star Wars Visions and Movie trailers Galore!

This week Lucasfilm dropped Star Wars : Visons, and man was the first episode wild or what? The Batman Trailer dropped as well and the boys are definitely excited! I mean Tanner is drooling over this knew Batmobile as we speak... Finally Corey and Tanner have a moment of nastalgia and relive a wonderful movie from their childhood... What could it be?

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings review! Spoilers are Imminent!!

Remember a few months back when the Shang-Chi Trailer dropped and Tanner said he wasn't excited?  Well Corey remembers, and that's why last night he dragged Tanner to the theatre to see the movie.... And Wow, did it blow Tanner away! Before you go any further if you haven't seen the movie yet stop, turn your pretty little behind around, and run away. Spoilers are coming, so if you continue listening and get upset it's your own damn fault!

Episode 19: Bad Batch Wrap Up and Our Theories on The Future of Star Wars

Bad Batch Season 1 has wrapped and boy did it leave us with some interesting theories as to where Star Wars is heading! T'challa as Star Lord!?!?!? Marvel What if should us what would happened if the Ravagers picked up T'challa instead of Peter Quill, and damn does it change things!

Episode 18: Oh No, Their ADHD Took Over

Send Help! Corey and Tanner are jumping all around this week. 

Episode 17: This Weeks Guest Corey's Google Assistant

Join as this week as Tanner and Corey's ADHD kick in. That's right there was no plan, or topic, they are just rambling.   So sit back, and enjoy as they talk  about everything from Star Wars all the way to  Back to The Future!

Episode 16: Wait, There is Someone New on The Mic

Wait who is that? Is that our first Guest? It sure is. This week The guys are joined by their resident Harry Potter Expert and Tanner's Partner Ari.  Ari is here to chat more about the wizarding world including her favorite books and movies, as well as drop some heavy realizations on Corey. Also This week a big shake up has happened at Disney with Scarlett Johansson filing a lawsuit against the House of Mouse over Black Widow's  release on Disney+. 

Episode 15: The Owl finally brings our Hogwarts Letter

It only took us 15 episodes to get to the wizarding world but we are finally here. Corey has been rewatching the movies, so Tanner decided to rant as to why Goblet of Fire is his least favorite movie ( hint it's because the books are better).

Episode 14: Citadel at The End of TIme

Did the possibilities for what's to come for the MCU hurt your brain? Because that Loki Finale opened up so many doors that Corey and Tanner go cross eyed. All we know is the MCU is changed forever!

Episode 13: Caught in the Crosshair

Tanner finally caught up on Bad Batch!  So this week Corey and Tanner sat down to discuss clone force 99 and their recent adventures! 

Episode 12: Loki and Sylvie Sitting On a Train...

This week Corey and Tanner sit down to unpack the last 2 episodes of Loki! But as is usually the case, their ADHD kicks in and they spend the entire time bouncing on and off topic.  So join us this week for a chaotic episode!

Episode 11: Oh My God Of Mischief!

Stop! If you haven't seen Episode 1 of Loki You must turn back now because Spoilers are guaranteed if you continue into the Nexus this week.  If you Mischievous Scamps don't care about spoilers or have seen it then please Join Tanner and Corey as They breakdown The premiere of Loki.

Episode 10

Well after a week off we are Back! Tanner has been working too much to watch Bad Batch so this week we just got toegther to talk about life and nerdom!

Episode 9: More Bad Batch

Episode 8: Bad Batch Episode 2 break down

Don't Cut and Run fron this new episode of Dorkside Nexus where we break down the second episode of the Disney+ original series The  Bad Batch!

Episode 7: Bad Batch

Since we saw Luke decimate Dark Troopers in a hallway, there hasn't been much in the way of Star Wars content. Well that changed this week with the release of The Bad Batch! In this episode we breakdown the premier of The Bad Batch and where we think the series is heading! So strap in and make the jump to hyperspace with us, as we head back to The Galaxy Far Far Away!

Episode 7: Bad Batch

Since we saw Luke decimate Dark Troopers in a hallway, there hasn't been much in the way of Star Wars content. Well that changed this week with the release of The Bad Batch! In this episode we breakdown the premier of The Bad Batch and where we think the series is heading! So strap in and make the jump to hyperspace with us, as we head back to The Galaxy Far Far Away!

Episode 6: Falcon and The Winter Soldier Wrap up!

Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes made for quite the duo in this series, and This week we give you the full series break down. So if you haven’t seen it yet, tune out now because here is your spoiler warning for Falcon and The Winter Soldier.