For the Nerd with Scott Murray
63 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Every other Wednesday, join Scott Murray as he attempts to answer questions in the nerd culture galaxy through interviews, discussions and commentaries.
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Does Masters of the Universe Still Have the Power?
August 04, 2021 23:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBFTN contributors Dan Zehr (Coffee With Kenobi) and Jeff McGee (MarvinDog Media) stop by to discuss the legacy of Masters of the Universe and how well Masters of the Universe Revelation fits into that legacy.
Who Would Win?
July 21, 2021 23:50 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBNerds have been debating character battles for decades, but the Who Would Win podcast uses in-depth debates to determine the winner. James Gavsie joins the show to discuss how it all came together and some of the memorable matches featured on his podcast.
What Did the Sci-Fi People Say?
July 08, 2021 01:54 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBScott shares some answers from some of his archived interviews with people in science fiction. You'll hear Ron Glass (Firefly), Billy Dee Williams (Star Wars), Ashley Eckstein (The Clone Wars), Claudia Wells (Back to the Future), Catherine Hicks (Star Trek IV) and Danny John-Jules (Red Dwarf) and Nick Castle (The Last Starfighter).
Does Fame in Fandom Create a Perfect Life?
June 23, 2021 23:23 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBStephanie Nadolny was building the perfect life in music, voiceover (Dragonball Z) and family. Then, a series of events turned her world into a life of doubt, depression, alcohol and health issues. She shares her story about how she became famous, how everything changed and how she managed to change her life for the better.
How Was That Appropriate For My Childhood?
June 09, 2021 22:15 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBHave you ever looked back on a movie you watched as a kid and wondered why it didn't traumatize you or made you question the decisions the writers/directors made? FTN contributors Darth Taxus, Regina Davis and Jeff McGee picked some films, and their choices might surprise you - at first.
Should Black Panther Be Recast?
May 26, 2021 13:10 - 43 minutes - 40 MBMCU fans were stunned and devastated when Chadwick Boseman tragically passed away in August of 2020. Many were wondering what would happen to the Black Panther story in the next phase of the MCU. While Marvel has made the decision not to recast the character, some wonder if removing him has bigger repercussions. FTN contributors Mia Dallas, Tiffany Ojeda, Matt Moore, and Jared J. Lee discuss today's question - Should Black Panther be recast?
What Does it Mean to Be a Bobbsey Twin in 2021?
March 17, 2021 03:45 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBThis week's guest is the actress who plays Amanda Bobbsey on Nancy Drew - Aadila Dosani. She talks about performing since birth and her journey to playing one of the most intriguing characters in the new season of the series. Also, Scott shares his thoughts about the revival of Toys 'R Us.
Interview: Aadila Dosani on Playing Amanda Bobbsey
March 17, 2021 03:45 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBThis week's guest is the actress who plays Amanda Bobbsey on Nancy Drew - Aadila Dosani. She talks about performing since birth and her journey to playing one of the most intriguing characters in the new season of the series. Also, Scott shares his thoughts about the revival of Toys 'R Us.
Interview Archive: Violet Ramis Stiel on Ghostbuster's Daughter
March 10, 2021 02:51 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBScott shares his 2019 interview with Violet Ramis Stiel about her book, Ghostbuster's Daughter: Life With My Dad, Harold Ramis. The in-depth biography shares insights about Harold's life as a writer, director, actor and father. Scott also shares why people on Twitter want to get rid of certain cartoon characters.
Quiz and Debate: 80s Pop Culture
March 03, 2021 00:07 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBChris Clews takes over the show to challenge Scott, Matt Moore and Darth Taxus with some fun 80s pop culture questions. Find out how Beastmaster, ZZ Top, Weird Al, Thanos, Colonel Sanders, Robocop, Atari, Mission Impossible, leg warmers and vampires made it into the answers. Also, Scott finds a Top 10 list for 80s movies on Disney+.
Interview: Amy Richau on Star Wars, Love & Relationships
February 09, 2021 23:23 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBWhat can characters like Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Rey, Finn, Galen Erso and Agent Kallus teach us about our relationships? Amy Richau is here with answers in her new book - I Love You, I Know: Lessons in Love and Friendship. Also, Scott talks about cheesy romantic movie lines and the best/worst relationships in the MCU.
What's Love Got to Do With Star Wars?
February 09, 2021 23:23 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBWhat can characters like Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Rey, Finn, Galen Erso and Agent Kallus teach us about our relationships? Amy Richau is here with answers in her new book - I Love You, I Know: Lessons in Love and Friendship. Also, Scott talks about cheesy romantic movie lines and the best/worst relationships in the MCU.
What are the Secrets of Sulphur Springs?
February 03, 2021 02:24 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBScott interviews Landon Gordon (Wyatt in Secrets of Sulphur Springs) about time travel, acting and starring in a Disney Channel series. Also, in honor of Black History Month, he'll share memorable interviews with two Tuskegee Airmen.
Interview: Landon Gordon from Secrets of Sulphur Springs
February 03, 2021 02:24 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBScott interviews Landon Gordon (Wyatt in Secrets of Sulphur Springs) about time travel, acting and starring in a Disney Channel series. Also, in honor of Black History Month, he'll share memorable interviews with two Tuskegee Airmen.
Remembering Fan Conventions
January 27, 2021 01:09 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBScott talks with FTN Contributors Tiffany Ojeda, Mia Dallas and Nathan Chick about convention memories - good, bad and funny. Scott also shares how he incorporated his fandoms into his Master's Degree.
Remember Fan Conventions?
January 27, 2021 01:09 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBScott talks with FTN Contributors Tiffany Ojeda, Mia Dallas and Nathan Chick about convention memories - good, bad and funny. Scott also shares how he incorporated his fandoms into his Master's Degree.
Interview: Toucan Sam, Frankenberry & Kool-Aid Man
January 19, 2021 23:40 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBIconic characters don't just come from movies and TV shows, and today's guests are proof of that. Today, Scott talks to Matthew Curtis (Toucan Sam), Robb Pruitt (Frankenberry) and Brock Powell (Kool-Aid Man) about their voice acting careers. You'll also hear about some of Scott's favorite breakfast cereals (including one he wasn't allowed to have) from his childhood.
What's it Like to Voice Iconic Brand Characters?
January 19, 2021 23:40 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBIconic characters don't just come from movies and TV shows, and today's guests are proof of that. Today, Scott talks to Matthew Curtis (Toucan Sam), Robb Pruitt (Frankenberry) and Brock Powell (Kool-Aid Man) about their voice acting careers. You'll also hear about some of Scott's favorite breakfast cereals (including one he wasn't allowed to have) from his childhood.
What's Happening in the Marvel TV Shows?
January 13, 2021 00:02 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBWandaVision kicks of a busy year of Marvel shows on Disney+ this week, but did last year's trailers cause more confusion than excitement among fans? It might depend on your comic book knowledge. FTN contributors Matt Moore and Regina Davis are here to provide some extra context for WandaVision, Loki and Falcon & Winter Soldier. Also, Scott shares his thoughts on the drama and emotions surrounding the season two finale of The Mandalorian.
Discussion: What's Happening in the Marvel TV Shows?
January 13, 2021 00:02 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBWandaVision kicks of a busy year of Marvel shows on Disney+ this week, but did last year's trailers cause more confusion than excitement among fans? It might depend on your comic book knowledge. FTN contributors Matt Moore and Regina Davis are here to provide some extra context for WandaVision, Loki and Falcon & Winter Soldier. Also, Scott shares his thoughts on the drama and emotions surrounding the season two finale of The Mandalorian.
Interview Archive: Hayley Atwell talks about Peggy Carter
January 05, 2021 23:02 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBAs we get ready for several new Marvel TV shows, Scott shares his 2015 interview with Hayley Atwell.
What's in Lou Mongello's Book About Disney Interviews?
December 15, 2020 22:51 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBScott shares some podcast interview stories, including a guest that called him while he was playing World of Warcraft. Lou Mongello (WDW Radio) joins the show to discuss some stories found in his new Disney interview book and some advice for aspiring interviewers.
Interview: Lou Mongello talks about his Disney Interviews
December 15, 2020 22:51 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBScott shares some podcast interview stories, including a guest that called him while he was playing World of Warcraft. Lou Mongello (WDW Radio) joins the show to discuss some stories found in his new Disney interview book and some advice for aspiring interviewers.
Discussion: Toy Insiders and the Holidays
December 08, 2020 23:36 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBScott talks about changes in toy shopping from the 1980s to today. FTN contributor Anita Castellar (Fangirl Licensing and Consulting), James Zahn (Toy Insider, Pop Insider, The Toy Book) and Jennifer Lynch (The Toy Association) join a toy-talking roundtable just in time for the holidays. Learn about some of the notable trends and toys in this unconventional shopping season.
What are the Notable Toys for the 2020 Holidays?
December 08, 2020 23:36 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBScott talks about changes in toy shopping from the 1980s to today. FTN contributor Anita Castellar (Fangirl Licensing and Consulting), James Zahn (Toy Insider, Pop Insider, The Toy Book) and Jennifer Lynch (The Toy Association) join a toy-talking roundtable just in time for the holidays. Learn about some of the notable trends and toys in this unconventional shopping season.
Discussion: The MCU in 2021
December 01, 2020 18:54 - 39 minutes - 36 MBWhat will MCU fans think about Shang -Chi and The Eternals? FTN contributor Matt Moore stops by to share some thoughts. Scott shares three holiday movie favorites that are not A Christmas Story and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
What Can We Expect From The MCU in 2021?
December 01, 2020 18:54 - 39 minutes - 36 MBWhat will MCU fans think about Shang -Chi and The Eternals? FTN contributor Matt Moore stops by to share some thoughts. Scott shares three holiday movie favorites that are not A Christmas Story and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
Interview Archive: Paul Watson talks about The Terror
November 24, 2020 23:52 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBIf you've seen AMC's The Terror (Season 1), you know about the crews of The Terror, The Erebus and their tragic fate while searching for the Northwest Passage. This is a 2019 interview Scott had with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Paul Watson about his book Ice Ghosts: The Epic Hunt for the Lost Franklin Expedition
INTERVIEW: Luke Flowers and the Labyrinth ABC Storybook
November 17, 2020 23:15 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBScott shares his thoughts on Season 2 of The Mandalorian. Special guest Luke Flowers talks about his artistic and illustrative journey. This includes talking about his new book - Labyrinth: The ABC Storybook and the process of figuring out how to match an element of the movie with the alphabet.
Interview: Luke Flowers and the Labyrinth ABC Storybook
November 17, 2020 23:15 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBScott shares his thoughts on Season 2 of The Mandalorian. Special guest Luke Flowers talks about his artistic and illustrative journey. This includes talking about his new book - Labyrinth: The ABC Storybook and the process of figuring out how to match an element of the movie with the alphabet.
What are the ABCs of Labyrinth?
November 17, 2020 23:15 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBScott shares his thoughts on Season 2 of The Mandalorian. Special guest Luke Flowers talks about his artistic and illustrative journey. This includes talking about his new book - Labyrinth: The ABC Storybook and the process of figuring out how to match an element of the movie with the alphabet.
Interview: Cole Horton & Dan Zehr Discuss The Star Wars Book
November 10, 2020 21:01 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBScott shares his pros and cons for each Star Wars trilogy. Cole Horton and Dan Zehr discuss the comprehensive scope and details found in The Star Wars Book.
What's Inside The Star Wars Book?
November 10, 2020 21:01 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBScott shares his pros and cons for each Star Wars trilogy. Cole Horton and Dan Zehr discuss the comprehensive scope and details found in The Star Wars Book.
What Makes Hyperspace Music so Nerdy?
November 04, 2020 01:56 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBScott talks about his skepticism over viral and reaction videos. The nerdy pop punk band Hyperspace discuss their nerd passions, creative process, copyright roadblocks and song titles ("Do or Do Not", "The Ghost of Carrie Fisher", "Ramona", Rogue One, etc.)
Interview: The Nerdy Music of Hyperspace
November 04, 2020 01:56 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBScott talks about his skepticism over viral and reaction videos. The nerdy pop punk band Hyperspace discuss their nerd passions, creative process, copyright roadblocks and song titles ("Do or Do Not", "The Ghost of Carrie Fisher", "Ramona", Rogue One, etc.)
Interview Archives: Lar Park Lincoln and Fred Tatasciore
October 20, 2020 17:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBScott shares two celebrity interviews from his podcast archive - Lar Park Lincoln (Tina from Friday the 13th Part VII) and voice actor Fred Tatasciore.
Halloween Costumes, Movies and Comics
October 14, 2020 00:11 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBFTN contributor Chris Clews joins the show to discuss childhood costume and haunted house memories, as well as share some classic 80s horror movie recommendations. FTN Contributors Matt Moore and Regina Davis share Halloween/horror comics at different levels - safe and fun to EXTREME.
What Are Some Great Horror Movies and Comics?
October 14, 2020 00:11 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBFTN contributor Chris Clews joins the show to discuss childhood costume and haunted house memories, as well as share some classic 80s horror movie recommendations. FTN Contributors Matt Moore and Regina Davis share Halloween/horror comics at different levels - safe and fun to EXTREME.
Learning D&D and Understanding Bronies
October 07, 2020 00:39 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBIs it possible to try to play Dungeons and Dragons for the first time and not be told you're doing it wrong? D&D instructor Colby Nichols is here to discuss teaching the game. What does it mean to be a Brony, and is the fandom much different from other fandoms? Dr. Daniel Chadborn talks about Bronies and the psychology of fandom.
What Can We Learn About D&D and Bronies?
October 07, 2020 00:39 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBIs it possible to try to play Dungeons and Dragons for the first time and not be told you're doing it wrong? D&D instructor Colby Nichols is here to discuss teaching the game. What does it mean to be a Brony, and is the fandom much different from other fandoms? Dr. Daniel Chadborn talks about Bronies and the psychology of fandom.
Does Batman Kill?
September 29, 2020 23:20 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBElise Baughman (Anime Adventures) talks about how the Anime industry and fandom has adjusted to COVID-19. Does Batman kill? If so, is it intentional? Is there a right or wrong answer? Dr. Travis Langley (Batman & Psychology: A Dark & Stormy Knight) and Seth Everett (The Hall of Justice Podcast) discuss the popular debate.
Anime Skills and Batman Kills
September 29, 2020 23:20 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBElise Baughman (Anime Adventures) talks about how the Anime industry and fandom has adjusted to COVID-19. Does Batman kill? If so, is it intentional? Is there a right or wrong answer? Dr. Travis Langley (Batman & Psychology: A Dark & Stormy Knight) and Seth Everett (The Hall of Justice Podcast) discuss the popular debate.
What's it Like Being the New Muppet on Sesame Street?
September 24, 2020 19:48 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBIn the second part of our Jim Henson Legacy show, Stacey Gordon (Julia from Sesame Street) joins us to discuss her journey from puppeteer and autism habilitator to autism mom and the Muppeteer who brought the first autistic character to life on Sesame Street.
The Jim Henson Legacy Part 2
September 24, 2020 19:48 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBIn the second part of our Jim Henson Legacy show, Stacey Gordon (Julia from Sesame Street) joins us to discuss her journey from puppeteer and autism habilitator to autism mom and the Muppeteer who brought the first autistic character to life on Sesame Street.
How Can Muppet Fandom Turn Into a Lifelong Journey?
September 23, 2020 00:26 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBIn part one of our Jim Henson tribute week, Joe Hennes of ToughPigs.com talks about how The Muppets have influenced and impacted his life. We'll also discuss Muppet history and what Disney has done with the franchise after Jim Henson passed away. Also, you'll hear Austin Pendleton (The Muppet Movie), Charles Grodin (The Great Muppet Caper) and Juliana Donald (The Muppets Take Manhattan) talk about their experience working with Jim Henson.
The Jim Henson Legacy: Part One
September 23, 2020 00:26 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBIn part one of our Jim Henson tribute week, Joe Hennes of ToughPigs.com talks about how The Muppets have influenced and impacted his life. We'll also discuss Muppet history and what Disney has done with the franchise after Jim Henson passed away. Also, you'll hear Austin Pendleton (The Muppet Movie), Charles Grodin (The Great Muppet Caper) and Juliana Donald (The Muppets Take Manhattan) talk about their experience working with Jim Henson.
Is it Safe to go to Disneyworld?
September 16, 2020 00:29 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBHow safe does it feel at Disney World? If you go, is it still fun and magical? FTN contributor Tessa Smith (MamasGeeky.com) spent nine days at the parks, and she's here with a report. We discuss the likes and dislikes about The Big Bang Theory with FTN contributors Dan Zehr (Coffee With Kenobi), Regina Davis (Comic Book Noob) and Anita Castellar (Fangirl Consulting).
Going to Disney World - No Bazinga
September 16, 2020 00:29 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBHow safe does it feel at Disney World? If you go, is it still fun and magical? FTN contributor Tessa Smith (MamasGeeky.com) spent nine days at the parks, and she's here with a report. We discuss the likes and dislikes about The Big Bang Theory with FTN contributors Dan Zehr (Coffee With Kenobi), Regina Davis (Comic Book Noob) and Anita Castellar (Fangirl Consulting).
Back to the Movies with Bill & Ted
September 09, 2020 00:01 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBBrandon Jones (FilmFrog Marketing) and James Faust (Dallas Film Society) discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on movie theaters and what it all means for the present and future of movie-going. FTN contributor Jeff McGee joins Scott to discuss Bill and Ted Face the Music and the BIll & Ted trilogy.
How Could COVID-19 Change Movie Theaters?
September 09, 2020 00:01 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBBrandon Jones (FilmFrog Marketing) and James Faust (Dallas Film Society) discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on movie theaters and what it all means for the present and future of movie-going. FTN contributor Jeff McGee joins Scott to discuss Bill and Ted Face the Music and the BIll & Ted trilogy.