Wizard and the Bruiser
184 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3.1K ratingsHolden McNeely and Jake Young are your guides on a psychotropic journey into the secret origins of nerd culture. Fill your ears with education each week as the hosts tackle subjects from the worlds of comic books, video games, anime and film. Untold stories, bizarre facts and crazed deconstructions will fly at you at dangerous speeds, do not listen if you are pregnant or nursing. Make no mistake, this IS the sweatiest podcast in human history.
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Where's Wizbru?
February 14, 2020 14:00 - 1 minute - 1.39 MBHey there! If you're wondering where the heck your favorite nerd history show is, well, listen to this! Theme for Harold, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Welcome to Wizard and the Bruiser
February 14, 2020 14:00 - 1 minute - 1.76 MBHey there! We're Wizard and the Bruiser, the internet's sweatiest nerd history podcast. Join us as we deep dive into the history behind our favorite movies, games, tv shows and more! Theme for Harold, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Gremlins
January 02, 2020 17:38 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBWe close out the holidays by exploring the making of our favorite Christmas movie, Gremlins. Chicago! Pontiac! Milwaukee! Come see Wizard and the Bruiser with Page 7 LIVE this January. Get your tickets here! Can't get enough Wizbru? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and more goodies!
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater
December 19, 2019 16:45 - 1 hour - 120 MBWe explore the making of arguably the most beloved video game of all time, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater. Check out Hawthorne at http://hawthorne.co and use promo code WIZARD to 10% off your first purchase. Chicago! Pontiac! Milwaukee! Come see Wizard and the Bruiser with Page 7 LIVE this January. Get your tickets here! Can't get enough Wizbru? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes and more goodies! ProtoFunk, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By...
The Maxx
December 12, 2019 18:49 - 1 hour - 102 MBHolden and Jake take a journey to the outback to explore the history behind Sam Kieth's comic book series "The Maxx" Just go to http://getquip.com/wizard to save on gift sets and to get your first refill FREE with a refill plan. Chicago! Pontiac! Milwaukee! Come see Wizard and the Bruiser with Page 7 LIVE this January. Get your tickets here! Want us to cover your favorite fandom? Visit our Patreon to learn more! 4427-Stringed-Disco, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed...
Xena: Warrior Princess
December 05, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBIn a time of ancient Gods, warlords, and kings, two nerds explore the making of "Xena: Warrior Princess" Go to http://keeps.com/wizard to receive your first month of treatment for free. Come see Jake and Holden's asexual tension LIVE! Los Angeles! Chicago! Pontiac! Milwaukee! Get your tickets here! Thanks to Karl Smith for supporting this episode! Be sure to check out his podcast Game Train. Want us to cover your favorite fandom? Visit our Patreon to learn more! 3...
Holiday Bonus - The Beginnings of the Internet
November 27, 2019 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBWe've been wrestled away from the studio to spend time with our families, but we couldn't help but to give you a little Wizbru. Please enjoy this bonus episode from our Patreon on the earliest days of the internet. Did we convince you? Come on over to the Patreon, it's fun and you help out the show! Los Angeles! Chicago! Pontiac! Milwaukee! You don't want to miss our winter tour with Page 7. Get your tickets here!
My Chemical Romance
November 21, 2019 17:50 - 1 hour - 111 MBJake and Holden are joined by Alex Ptak (Pod Damn America, Ballin' Out Super) and they dive into the history of MCR. Quip starts at just $25 and if you go to http://getquip.com/wizard right now, you can get your first refill pack for FREE. Los Angeles! Chicago! Pontiac! Milwaukee! You don't want to miss our winter tour with Page 7. Get your tickets here! Thanks to Jake and Hillary for making this episode possible! Give the gift of WizBru, find out how to support an episode ...
Firefly
November 14, 2019 17:39 - 1 hour - 101 MBHolden and Jake are joined by Jared Warner to explore the making of the cult classic tv show "Firefly" Check out Hawthorne at http://hawthorne.co and use promo code WIZARD to 10% off your first purchase. Los Angeles! Chicago! Pontiac! Milwaukee! We're coming to edutain your asses. Get your tickets here! This episode was brought to you by Ryan Taylor! Check out his podcast network Jedi Dropouts Productions. Do you want us to cover your favorite fandom? Learn more on ...
Space Jam
November 07, 2019 16:49 - 1 hour - 97.1 MBWell, you guys asked, and we're gonna deliver. We explore the truly weird making of 1996's "Space Jam" Los Angeles! Chicago! Pontiac! Milwaukee! Come see our sweaty bodies in person on our winter tour with Page 7. Get your tickets here! Come on and slam* and welcome to the jam** *support the show **weekly bonus content. Our Patreon supporters help us make the show, join today!
Junji Ito
October 31, 2019 18:14 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBWe conclude SpoOoOky October by exploring the terrifying work of horror manga artist Junji Ito. Get $5 off your first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter promo code Wizard. Sure, October has been pretty spooky, but nothing compares to the horror of our student loans! Support us on Patreon and get bonus weekly episodes, discord chats and more! Moonlight Hall, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attributio...
EC Comics
October 24, 2019 16:02 - 1 hour - 99.1 MBWe explore the history of EC Comics: their rise in the 40s & 50s with titles such as "Tales From the Crypt", their battle with the Comics Code Authority and their enduring legacy. Quip starts at just $25 and if you go to http://getquip.com/wizard right now, you can get your first refill pack for FREE. This episode was brought to you by one of our Patrons! Support us on Patreon and get bonus weekly episodes, discord chats and more! Honey-Bee, Kevin MacLeod (inc...
Bonus: Silent Hill w/ Matt McMuscles
October 18, 2019 22:34 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MBDidn't get enough Silent Hill knowledge? Yeah, we thought so. Jake sat down with friend of the show Matt McMuscles to dive even deeper into the Silent Hill franchise. Love bonus content? We've got weekly Patreon exclusive episodes, secret discord chats and more for our Patrons!
Silent Hill
October 17, 2019 16:05 - 1 hour - 101 MBThis week we unpack the history behind the iconic horror video game franchise "Silent Hill" Go to http://keeps.com/wizard to receive your first month of treatment for free. Need even more spooky scary Wizbru? Our Patreon supporters get bonus episodes, discord chats and more! Fuzzball Parade, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Nolan North & Troy Baker Talk "Fester's Quest"
October 10, 2019 16:59 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBWe are so excited to be joined by Nolan North and Troy Baker (Retro Replay) to explore the nightmare that is "Fester's Quest"
The Addams Family
October 10, 2019 16:50 - 1 hour - 112 MBWe continue Spooky October by exploring the making of "The Addams Family" Ah-ah-ah! Want even more spooky scary Wizbru content? Our Patreon supporters get bonus episodes, discord chats and more!
Scream
October 03, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBHolden and Jake kick off spooky season by diving into the story behind the "Scream" franchise. Get $5 off your first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter promo code Wizard. Want even more Wizbru? Our Patreon supporters get bonus episodes, discord chats and more! Thief in the Night, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
R. Crumb
September 26, 2019 16:04 - 1 hour - 108 MBHolden and Jake explore the life and times of prolific and controversial cartoonist R. Crumb. Quip starts at just $25 and if you go to http://getquip.com/wizard right now, you can get your first refill pack for FREE. This episode was brought to you by one of our Patreon supporters! Want Holden and Jake to cover your favorite topic? Check out our Patreon to learn how! Life of Riley, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License crea...
Ghost in the Shell
September 19, 2019 16:01 - 1 hour - 104 MBWe explore the making of Japanese cyberpunk franchise "Ghost in the Shell" This episode is brought to you by our Patreon supporters! Patrons help out the show and get weekly bonus episodes, discord chats and more goodies!
Sid Meier's Civilization
September 12, 2019 16:52 - 1 hour - 107 MBWe explore the history behind the fan-favorite turn-based strategy game series "Civilization" Help us in build our nerd empire - Patreon supporters help us grow the show and get bonus episodes, discord chats and more! Get $5 off your first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter promo code Wizard. Airport Lounge, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Quentin Tarantino Part II
September 05, 2019 15:43 - 1 hour - 100 MBHolden and Jake are joined by Ed Larson and they conclude their series on iconic filmmaker Quentin Tarantino. We love you, Patreon honey bunnies. Our Patreon supporters get weekly bonus episodes, discord chats and more, support WizBru today!
Quentin Tarantino Part I
August 29, 2019 16:12 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBWe dive into the story of Quentin Tarantino's career, from his early days working at a video rental store to "Reservoir Dogs" Can't get enough WizBru? Our Patreon supporters get weekly bonus shows, discord chats, and more! Quip starts at just $25 and if you go to http://getquip.com/wizard right now, you can get your first refill pack for FREE. Carpe Diem, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses...
Fire Emblem
August 22, 2019 17:53 - 1 hour - 113 MBWe explore the making of Intelligent Systems' fantasy game "Fire Emblem". Thanks to our Patron Ethan for recommending this topic! Our Patreon supporters get weekly bonus episodes, discord chats and more! Go to http://BuyRaycon.com/WIZARD to get 15% off your order! Thief in the Night, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Predator
August 15, 2019 16:43 - 1 hour - 101 MBHolden and Jake dive into the making of Predator (1987) You know when Dillon and Dutch handshake in the bar? That's us and our Patreon supporters. Get weekly bonus episodes and tons of fun goodies! For a limited time, receive your first month of treatment for free, go to http://Keeps.com/WIZARD Funkorama, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Yakuza w/ Angriest Pat
August 08, 2019 05:24 - 1 hour - 102 MBHolden and Jake are joined by Pat Boivin (Castle Super Beast) and they discuss the criminally underrated Japanese game franchise "Yakuza" Wanna help out the show? Join our Patreon! You get weekly bonus episodes, discord chats and more goodies. Go to http://gabi.com/WIZARD and start saving money - NO fees, NO forms, and NO spam. Cheery Monday, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Bonus Episode - Jymn Magon Interview
August 01, 2019 17:28 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBHolden and Jake sit down with Jymn Magon to pick his brain on working at Disney, the tv animation renaissance and, of course, DuckTales (woo-ooo). Check out Jymn's work on his Facebook page!
DuckTales
August 01, 2019 02:02 - 1 hour - 108 MBHolden and Jake uncover the story behind Disney's classic animated tv show "DuckTales" Quip starts at just $25 and if you go to http://getquip.com/wizard right now, you can get your first refill pack for FREE. Can't get enough WizBru? Patreon supporters help us make this show, and get weekly bonus goodies! Support Wizard and the Bruiser today! Rainbows, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/...
Digimon
July 25, 2019 17:20 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBHolden and Jake are joined by superfan Katie Rose Leon to explore the history of "Digimon" Go to http://BuyRaycon.com/WIZARD to get 15% off your order! Need even more wizzin' and bruisin'? Our patreon supporters get tons of bonus content! Help support the show today! Aurea-Camina, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/--
Super Mario World
July 18, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBHolden and Jake learn about the story behind Nintendo's revolutionary game "Super Mario World" Go to http://gabi.com/WIZARD and start saving money - NO fees, NO forms, and NO spam. Need even more wizzin' and bruisin'? Our patreon supporters get tons of bonus content! Help support the show today! Apero Hour, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
The Hulk
July 11, 2019 18:21 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBHolden and Jake explore the history behind Marvel superhero The Incredible Hulk. For $80 off your first month of HelloFresh, go to http://HelloFresh.com/BRUISER80 and enter BRUISER80. Want even more WizBru? Our patreon supporters get tons of bonus content! Help support the show today! Sunshine Version 2, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
District 9
July 04, 2019 16:29 - 1 hour - 93.9 MBHolden and Jake explore the story behind the 2009 sci-fi movie "District 9" Go to http://BuyRaycon.com/WIZARD to get 20% off your order! Quip starts at just $25 and if you go to http://getquip.com/wizard right now, you can get your first refill pack for FREE. Want even more Wizbru? Support us on our Patreon and get bonus episodes and other goodies. Surf Shimmy, Too Cool, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecomm...
Adventure Time
June 27, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBJoin Jake the Wizard and Holden the Bruiser as they voyage to the land of Ooo to tell the tale behind beloved animated series "Adventure Time" Thanks to CrotchyDonkles (link NSFW) who made this episode possible! Join our Patreon today and get tons of bonus episodes, private discord chats and more!
Chrono Trigger
June 20, 2019 22:33 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBHolden and Jake explore the making of the role-playing video game "Chrono Trigger". For a limited time, receive your first month of treatment for free, go to http://Keeps.com/WIZARD Thanks to the Patreon supporter who made this episode possible! Join today and get tons of bonus episodes, private discord chats and more! Theme for Harold, Bossa Antigua Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Princess Mononoke
June 13, 2019 16:27 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBHolden and Jake explore the making of beloved Studio Ghibli film "Princess Mononoke" Spirit of the Forest! We implore you, donate to our Patreon, and get access to weekly bonus episodes!
Epic Games
June 06, 2019 15:57 - 1 hour - 117 MBHolden and Jake explore the history behind video game dev giant Epic Games. See Wizard and the Bruiser live on Sunday, June 9 at The Bellhouse, NYC. Get your tickets here! Get your first refill pack free at http://getquip.com/wizard Get weekly bonus episodes and help us make this show by supporting us on Patreon! Theme for Harold, Bossa Antigua Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
HBO's Game of Thrones Pt. 2
May 30, 2019 16:15 - 1 hour - 122 MBHolden and Jake continue their series on HBO's Game of Thrones and dive deep into the casting, music and more. See Wizard and the Bruiser live on Sunday, June 9 at The Bellhouse, NYC. Get your tickets here! What do we say to the God of student loans? Not today - Patreon supporters help us produce this podcast!
HBO's Game of Thrones Pt. I
May 23, 2019 16:02 - 1 hour - 104 MBHolden and Jake dive deep into the history behind HBO's adaptation of "Game of Thrones" See Wizard and the Bruiser live on Sunday, June 9 at The Bellhouse, NYC. Get your tickets here! Protect your online activity TODAY and find out how you can get 3 months free at http://expressvpn.com/wizard Want even more Wizzin and Bruisin? Patreon supporters get weekly bonus episodes! Theme for Harold, Samba Isobel Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commo...
Neopets
May 16, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBHolden and Jake are joined by Karina Farek to explore the story behind Neopets. Get $80 off your first month at http://hellofresh.com/bruiser80 with promo code: bruiser80 See Wizard and the Bruiser live on Sunday, June 9 at The Bellhouse, NYC. Get your tickets here! Want even more Wizzin and Bruisin? Patreon supporters get weekly bonus episodes! GlitterBurst Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativec...
RoboCop
May 09, 2019 16:02 - 1 hour - 106 MBHolden and Jake explore the making of iconic 80s cyberpunk film "RoboCop" Get your first refill pack free at http://getquip.com/wizard I'd buy that for a dollar! Patreon supporters get bonus episodes every week. Beach Bum Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ant-Man
May 02, 2019 16:28 - 1 hour - 110 MBHolden and Jake dive deep into the convoluted history behind Marvel Comic's Ant-Man. Protect your online activity TODAY and find out how you can get 3 months free at http://expressvpn.com/wizard Want even more WizBru action? Our patreon supporters get weekly bonus episodes! Nowhere Land Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
One Punch Man
April 25, 2019 19:47 - 1 hour - 102 MBHolden and Jake explore the history behind Japanese manga "One Punch Man" Get your first month of treatment for free at http://keeps.com/wizard Want even more Wizzin' & Bruisin? Patreon supporters get weekly bonus shows! Local Forcast, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Ren & Stimpy
April 18, 2019 16:02 - 1 hour - 113 MBHolden and Jake recount the story behind controversial yet acclaimed 90s cartoon "The Ren & Stimpy Show" Robinhood is giving listeners a free stock at http://wizard.robinhood.com This episode was brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Happy happy joy joy! Hep Cats, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Dead Space
April 11, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBHolden and Jake explore science fiction survival horror video game "Dead Space" This episode was brought to you by one of our Patreon supporters. Our Patrons help the show and get weekly bonus episodes. Get your first refill pack free at http://getquip.com/wizard Honey Bee, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Harry Potter Pt. 2
April 04, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBJake and Holden are joined by Jackie Zebrowski to dive even further into the world of "Harry Potter" and discuss the cultural impacts of the series, from real life quidditch to fanfiction. Accio, cash! This episode was brought to you by our Patreon supporters.
Harry Potter Pt. 1
March 28, 2019 15:56 - 1 hour - 101 MB3 cities, 3 shows for one great guy! Get tickets for the Jason Saenz Benefit Extravaganza here: LA - April 1st NYC - April 1st DC - April 3rd Holden is joined by Jackie Zebrowski to discuss the story behind J. K. Rowling's beloved fantasy series "Harry Potter" Protect your online activity TODAY and find out how you can get 3 months free at http://expressvpn.com/wizard Tool Cool, Thief in the Night, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By At...
Captain Marvel
March 21, 2019 17:47 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBJake is joined by Meghan O'Keefe and Mike Lawrence to discuss "Captain Marvel" Get $100 off the Eero base unit and 2 beacons at http://eero.com/wizard with promo code: wizard Robinhood is giving listeners a free stock at http://wizard.robinhood.com Want even more Wizbru? Patreon supporters help out the show and get weekly bonus shows! Apero Hour, Local Forecast, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/li...
They Might Be Giants
March 14, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBHolden and Jake explore the history behind alt band They Might Be Giants. Say we're the only bee in your bonnet! Patreon supporters get weekly bonus content and help bring Wizbru to you each and every week! Awesome Call, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Stanley Kubrick
March 07, 2019 17:51 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBC-c-cross over episode! Holden and Jake are joined by Frank Conniff, Trace Beaulieu, and Carolina Hidalgo from Movie Sign with the Mads to discuss one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers, Stanley Kubrick. Check out Movie Sign with the Mads! Want even more WizBru action? Patreon supporters get weekly bonus content.
Activision
February 28, 2019 18:02 - 1 hour - 107 MBHolden and Jake discuss the history behind video game corporate overlords Activision. Get your first month of treatment for free at http://keeps.com/wizard This episode was brought to you by our Patreon supporters! Support us today and unlock weekly bonus content - no microtransactions ever, we promise. Nowhere Land, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Invader Zim
February 21, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 99.3 MBHolden and Jake explore Jhonen Vasquez's iconic animation series "Invader Zim". Robinhood is giving listeners a free stock at http://wizard.robinhood.com Want even more Wizbru action? Support us on Patreon! Hep Cats, Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/