Nerd Canon

Episode 112 – Weekend at Bernie’s (1989)

May 06, 2024 03:35 - 49 minutes - 38.5 MB

Do you remember enjoying this delightful dark comedy romp? Uh oh. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon Patrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick […]

Episode 111 – Short Circuit (1986)

April 15, 2024 03:18 - 59 minutes - 47.8 MB

If you saw this title and thought to yourself, “I haven’t seen that in a while,” or, “I’ve never seen that!” I have great news! You can watch this amazing movie-tie-in music video “Who’s Johnny” by El DeBarge. It stars Ally Sheedy, the arm of Johnny 5, a VHS tape of Short Circuit, and a […]

Episode 110 – Blade Runner (1982)

March 26, 2024 02:29 - 54 minutes - 44.2 MB

Just a vat grown girlLivin’ in a neon worldShe took the VK test and didn’t know Just a city copSearching for humanityHe searched for memories so hard to find Blade runner in a smoky roomA smell of blood and cheap street foodKeep on runnin’ down those darkened streetsIt rains on and on and on and […]

Episode 109 – Hackers (1995)

March 11, 2024 03:34 - 1 hour - 55.3 MB

We would love to hear your sweet hacker name. If you need some inspiration, check out any one of the random generators online. Here’s a fun one. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon Patrons get exclusive access to full episodes on […]

Episode 108 – 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)

February 20, 2024 03:22 - 52 minutes - 44.3 MB

Just a stupid face. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon Patrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, and […]

Episode 107 – Real Genius (1985)

February 05, 2024 04:06 - 43 minutes - 35.7 MB

Click here to get tickets for Beth’s Val Kilmer appreciation show now! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon Patrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to […]

Episode 106 – Wayne’s World 1992

January 22, 2024 04:12 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

Y’all, get your $280 JNCO cords here! This guy is from Star Wars, right? Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon Patrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the […]

Episode 105 – 2023 Year End Wrap Up!

January 09, 2024 03:58 - 38 minutes - 32.7 MB

Much heartfelt thanks goes out to all of you who hang out with us when you listen to the podcast. We have so much fun putting this silly thing together and we appreciate all of you! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on […]

Episode 105 – The Santa Clause (1994)

December 25, 2023 02:44 - 59 minutes - 48.7 MB

Hey, Santa is real. Everybody knows it, but you might lose custody of your kid if you admit it. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as […]

Episode 104 – Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas (1977)

December 12, 2023 03:11 - 46 minutes - 39.2 MB

Soooooo, who wants to be in our jug band? While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get […]

Episode 103 – Charlie Brown Thanksgiving(1973)

November 27, 2023 03:27 - 36 minutes - 30.7 MB

Wah wah wah wah. Wah wah wah wah. That’s my impression of an adult complaining that we don’t own enough toasters. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal […]

Episode 102 – Planes, Trains, & Automobiles (1987)

November 13, 2023 04:15 - 54 minutes - 44.3 MB

Let us welcome in the holiday season with a celebration of how much we love to travel! What a wonderful experience! While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal […]

Episode 101 – Hocus Pocus (1993)

October 29, 2023 18:09 - 58 minutes - 46.3 MB

Amok amok amok amok amok! While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, and even […]

Episode 100 – The Addams Family (1991)

October 16, 2023 01:40 - 53 minutes - 45.1 MB

Snap Snap. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, and even access our spin-off […]

Episode 99 – The Evil Dead (1981)

October 02, 2023 02:43 - 55 minutes - 46.7 MB

Bicycle. Bicycle. Bicycle. I want to ride my bicycle. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get […]

Episode 98 – Reading Rainbow 1983

September 19, 2023 02:07 - 38 minutes - 32.5 MB

Hey. You can go anywhere. You can be anything. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get […]

Episode 97 – The Breakfast Club 1985

September 04, 2023 03:42 - 1 hour - 54.8 MB

Don’t you forget about us. I found this pic specifically so you could look up Judd Nelson’s nose. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well […]

Episode 96 – Big Trouble in Little China (1986)

August 21, 2023 02:55 - 54 minutes - 44.9 MB

If you have never seen this before, our commentary is not going to make a lick of sense. It won’t make much sense even if you have seen it, because this movie is ten tons of random, but it might help. Trust me. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future […]

Episode 95 – Dirty Dancing (1987)

August 06, 2023 21:19 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

I carried the watermelons on this one. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, […]

Episode 94 – Coneheads (1993)

July 24, 2023 03:29 - 48 minutes - 39.3 MB

Consume mass quantities! While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, and even access our […]

Episode 93 – LEGO

July 09, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes - 40.9 MB

Flipping the script on this one! While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, and […]

Episode 92 – The Mummy (1999)

June 25, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 43.1 MB

Yeah… While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, and even access our spin-off D&D […]

Episode 91 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984)

June 11, 2023 23:34 - 58 minutes - 48.5 MB

Who eats turtle soup anyway?Thanks to special guests Rick Matthews and Clayton Williams from the Nobody Watches Everything podcast! While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as […]

Episode 90 – A League of Their Own (1992 )

May 28, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 44.4 MB

Batter up! Hear that call!The time has come for one and allTo play ball. While you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to […]

Episode 89 – The Three Musketeers (1993)

May 15, 2023 04:09 - 52 minutes - 42.8 MB

It’s 30% Beth. 30%. I mean, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, and […]

Episode 88 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)

April 30, 2023 12:27 - 55 minutes - 48 MB

How many pens could you fit in YOUR hair? I thought so. Let’s talk all about Ferris Bueller! I mean, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, […]

Episode 87 – Full House (1987)

April 16, 2023 16:50 - 1 hour - 52 MB

Before you listen to us talk about Full House, you should probably go watch the theme song. Thanks to Erin, special guest star returning to school us on everything Full House! I mean, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access […]

Episode 86 – The Big Lebowski (1998)

April 03, 2023 03:48 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Special guest Adam, from The Nerds of the Old Republic podcast and friend of the show, player on our D&D real-play spin-off, joins us to talk about The Dude. While you’re here, be sure to head over to https://dudeism.com/ in order to get ordained as a Dudeist Priest. Not a sponsor. I mean, while you’re […]

Episode 85 – Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989)

March 20, 2023 03:57 - 50 minutes - 42.1 MB

Be excellent to each other! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of our normal range, as well as the chance to pick topics for us, get fun swag, and […]

Episode 84 – Brave Little Toaster (1987)

March 05, 2023 04:45 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

This movie is absolutely nothing like you remember. I promise you, this is 1000 times more insane than you could possibly guess. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of […]

Episode 83 – Honey I Shrunk the Kids (1989)

February 19, 2023 13:00 - 57 minutes - 48.5 MB

The joke is that he sweeps the kids up and puts them in the garbage. Good jokes always have to be explained. Anyway, we love Rick Moranis. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanonPatrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media […]

Episode 82 – Groundhog Day (1993)

February 05, 2023 19:40 - 1 hour - 67.3 MB

In which we bring our friend Brian (@theahrbee) back to have a group therapy session. You may remember Brian from our Oregon Trail episode. This one… is a bit different. If there’s one thing to say about Brian, it’s that he commits to the bit. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we […]

Episode 81 – Sister Act (1992)

January 22, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MB

Let me do you a favor: Go watch Hail Holy Queen. Then come back and listen to us talking about it. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon Patrons get exclusive access to full episodes on media that typically falls outside of […]

Episode 80 – 2022 Year Wrap Up!

January 08, 2023 14:36 - 43 minutes - 37 MB

Time to wrap up year 3 of the podcast! We have had so much fun creating this podcast and really enjoy all of the connections with awesome people we have made through it. Happy New Year and here’s looking forward to another year of podcasting! Thanks to all of our great guests from this year!Debra […]

Episode 79 – A Christmas Story (1983)

December 19, 2022 03:44 - 55 minutes - 46.2 MB

Cozy season continues with our last episode of the year. Don’t shoot your eye out! Support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 78 – Scrooged (1988)

December 04, 2022 15:34 - 52 minutes - 44.2 MB

Hope you are having a great cozy season! We’re going to hit up Scrooged and see how Bill Murray compares to our last year’s Muppet version of A Christmas Carol. Support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 77 – Edward Scissorhands (1990)

November 21, 2022 06:01 - 1 hour - 56 MB

He’s got scissors. For hands. There. That’s the whole movie. I saved you some time. If you’d like to listen to us discuss it though, we would love to have you! Support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 76 – Young Frankenstein (1974)

November 06, 2022 15:59 - 42 minutes - 32.5 MB

This week things are a little different! Patreon people, thank you so much for your support. Everyone else, here’s a little taste of what you get access to by joining our Patreon. See below. Thanks! Support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 75 – Beetlejuice (1988)

October 23, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 45.8 MB

Beetlejuice! Beetlejuice! Beetlejuice! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 74 – The Lost Boys (1987)

October 09, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MB

Thanks to Amy for joining Beth for this episode of hot vampire stories! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 73 – Clueless (1995)

September 26, 2022 01:14 - 1 hour - 52 MB

As if! Try our totally loqued out episode on Clueless! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 72 – The Usual Suspects (1995)

September 11, 2022 18:50 - 59 minutes - 49.9 MB

The greatest trick we ever pulled was having a blast making this podcast. Give a listen! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 71 – Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)

August 29, 2022 02:45 - 53 minutes - 40.3 MB

Pppppp–wease give a listen! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 70 – Candy!

August 14, 2022 12:00 - 58 minutes - 44.5 MB

We decided to try out some nostalgic and not-so-nostalgic candy we remembered from the 80s and 90s. If you have misophonia, or just plain don’t like eating sounds, this is one to avoid. Otherwise, we had some wild candy! If you’re interested in your own taste-test, a lot of it came from Blooms Candy. Not […]

Episode 69 – The Goonies (1985)

July 31, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutes - 37.1 MB

Goonies never say die! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 68 – Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

July 18, 2022 03:51 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

Oh! My Friends! I’m so pleased you’re not dead! That way you can keep listening to our podcast! Don’t eat the dates. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 67 – Sixteen Candles (1984)

July 04, 2022 04:31 - 1 hour - 52.2 MB

Happy to have Sarah from the Two Chicks Talkin’ Flicks podcast join us for this one! Go to that link for the podcast, or go here for their twitter. Thanks, Sarah! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 66 – Salute Your Shorts (1991)

June 19, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 39.9 MB

When we think about you, it makes us wanna fart! Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 65 – Labyrinth (1986)

June 06, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 45.5 MB

You remind me of the babe. The babe who likes to recommend our show to your friends.You know the drill. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

Episode 64 – Robocop (1987)

May 22, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MB

Serve the public trust.Protect the innocent.Uphold the law.Asimov couldn’t hold a candle to this guy.It’s a long one, but we have a lot of fun talking about Robocop. Also, while you’re here, support the important nerdy work we do for future humans by becoming a patron on https://www.patreon.com/nerdcanon

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