Nick's Nerd News - Episodes Tagged with “The Bad Batch”

Episode 313: Make it Make Sense!

Nick DeFalco — Wed, 08 May 2024 23:30:00 -0700

Two of our biggest stories this week are making the internet collectively ask...Make it make sense. And guess what, I'm joining them. What is Xbox's strategy, and why is it so ever changing lately. Also how did we kill cable, only for it to come back. Plus Nintendo still doesn't want to talk about the Switch 2. Also the Office is coming back, so of course that's what we get in the hellscape of 2024. But I swear its a fun episode...come and take a listen.

Episode 257: HBOGO, wait no HBONOW, um, HBOMax, err, Max is coming

Nick DeFalco — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 23:15:00 -0700

Yes MAX is coming, because this is clearly the greatest name for a streaming service, while also showing off its new content. Star Wars Celebration Europe was this past weekend, and it laid out all the ways we can hope for a bright future in a galaxy far, far, away. And we go deep into the Mushroom Kingdom to bring you a review of the Super Mario Bros movie!

Episode 255: I'm Thinking I'm Back

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:30:00 -0700

We've got a John Wick Chapter 4 review in todays episode so make sure to stick around till the end. More news on the Microsoft Activision merger, E3 faces another loss, and Guerilla clarifies why the Horizon Forbidden West DLC is on PS5 only. Star Trek announces its 2023 plans, HBO may be toying with our hearts, and Daredevil may be around longer then we expected. The MCU is growing, and shrinking at the same time, while we get more details about the DCU and Fast franchises. Come take a listen!

Episode 254: Welcome to NNN, Home of the NNN, can I take your order?

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 01:00:00 -0700

If the title wasn't an indication of the news then I don't know how to tell you this. But Good Burger is coming Back! Good Burrger 2 was announced, among other things. But the Second Dominion war seems to be heading our way in the star trek universe, the Unreal Engine is literally forging new paths, the Power Rangers are back, and Shazam 2 was funnier then it had any business being.

Episode 253: The Ides of March

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:15:00 -0700

Yes on this Ides of March we have a new episode. We've got Oscars Coverage, and Mando reviews. More news from the Microsoft Activision merger plus DC and Marvel news you wont want to miss. Just make sure to let Caesar know before he sees Brutus.

Episode 249: The Big Game Spot

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:15:00 -0800

Well the Super Bowl dropped some serious Batman on us, and some guardians too. But mostly here for the I'm Batman in the Flash. Respawn Entertainment thinks they can keep Apex going for 20 years, and EA signs a deal with the English Premier League. Mattel is rebooting Barney for some reason, and Arrested Development is leaving Netflix in a surprise move. Meanwhile Kevin Feige gets real about the MCU and and James Gunn gets praise from Zack Snyder.

Episode 248: Stonk Market Crash

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:45:00 -0800

Looks like those AMC Stonks really worked in our favor, (ノಠ益ಠ)ノ彡┻━┻. I am overjoyed that I don't have an AMC near me, because if I did, I would be even angrier. Any who, we had a Pokémon-less Nintendo Direct, but it was heavy on the Zelda, The UK and the EU write stern warning in regards to the Activision Microsoft Deal. Sony has a great gaming quarter, and the Switch jumps to #3 all time. The Justin Roiland drama heats up to a new level, and makes me happy about Rick & Morty's future, The Bad Batch may have peaked, and we get to return to Point Place, Wisconsin for another summer. Meanwhile we have what's new on Streaming, as well as news out of Disney, and of course, the aforementioned nonsense coming from AMC.

Episode 247: When E3 died again

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:15:00 -0800

Is E3 dead again? seems like it. PSVR2 dead on arrival? Halo Infinite dead? why is everything dying in the video game industry??? Netflix dominated 2022, and is looking to lose it all in 2023 with their password crackdown. It also looks like 2023 is the year of the revival with both King of the Hill and Fraiser coming back. Then in the biggest news of the week James Gunn and Peter Safran finally lay out their grand design for DC and somehow it includes Booster Gold.

Episode 246: The Nerd Before an MMO

Nick DeFalco — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 07:30:00 -0800

Is the Day before real? does anyone actually believe it to be? Also Xbox and Bethesda had a developer direct, 343 continues to deploy smoke and mirrors, and Marvel's Avengers is finally being put out of its misery. Netflix gets a new CEO, and may actually start its password sharing crackdown,. Meanwhile, Rick and Morty will never be the same. Alec Baldwin faces the most ludicrous charges known to man, James Cameron was not snubbed by the Oscars, now Jared Leto is out to kill Tron.

Episode 245: Cubicle of 10k layoffs

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 07:15:00 -0800

Those Microsoft Layoffs may have a greater impact on gaming then we might realize, especially for Master Chief. NVIDIA and Google voice their concerns over the Activision deal, but stop short of jumping in Sony's bandwagon. Pour one out for Stadia, as today was its final day. Mark Hamill gives and update on playing the Joker, Spielberg wants to jump into TV, the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers are coming back. Meanwhile the BatVerse is more real then you realize, James Cameron hits another Billion, and Rainbow Six is coming to the big screen.

Episode 244: Everywhere the Banshees of the White Lotus Elementary

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0800

Well the Golden Globes huh, how about them apples? Also how are no physical games being sold in the UK, that makes absolutely no sense. Some genre defining directors are making some missteps, WarnerBros is trying out a "were sorry" approach, Paramount+ makes some interesting choices for non Star Trek Properties.

Episode 243: New Year, Same Nerd

Nick DeFalco — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 22:00:00 -0800

Its 2023! and that means new year new me! JK, we got some news to talk about, but Nick shares his thoughts on what he is most excited for this year! Especially with new games and movies headed our way! take a seat and lets go on a look into the future.

Episode 227: State of Forward Direct 23

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:15:00 -0700

Are you a fan of Disney and Video games? Well this was the week for you. We had D23, a Nintendo Direct, a Sony State of Play and a Ubisoft Forward. So buckle in and lets get going. Also Make sure to join our brand new Discord Server!

Episode 212: My time at SWCA22

Nick DeFalco — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 23:45:00 -0700

This weeks main story is of course my weekend at Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022. My ups, my downs, my ideas for change, what worked and what didn't. Plus Top Gun Maverick, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Stranger Things, Obi-Wan and more.

Episode 190: Nick's Nerd New Year: Four from Over

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0800

Who cares about the news, its time for Nick's Nerd Year in review for 2021. Ok there is some news. But anywho, we have our Top 10's for gaming, TV and Movies, come take a listen to the final episode of 2021!

Episode 171: That NPC Dude

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:15:00 -0700

We finally have more news about Pokémon Legends Arceus! and boy does this game look better and better. Also with rumors swirling about a GTA Trilogy remastered, which game are you most excited to revisit? Meanwhile Star Trek Lower Decks returns in tip top form, The Bad Batch ends with a major nod to legends, and What If, knocks it out of the part with its animation. Meanwhile, Free Guy is one of the funniest films to see this summer.

Episode 170: The Suicide Batch 2.0

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 01:15:00 -0700

Well this week the major focus is of course James Gunn's The Suicide Squad! We also talk more fallout over ActivisionBlizzard. Microsoft Flight Simulator is unreal. Deadpool 3 is closer then we think. Rick and Morty and The Bad Batch drop great penultimate episodes. South Park isn't going anywhere, and more!

Episode 169: Return to Form

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 01:15:00 -0700

Halo IS BACK! Well Halo Multiplayer is, and its still in beta, but its definitely almost back. Also Pokémon Snap gets an update, Forza 7 reaches end of life, and Sony says it will be easier to get a PS5 this year. Meanwhile, Disney plus is upping its Marvel output, and HBO Max is cementing its DC future.

Episode 168: Don't get caught in the Blizzard

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 00:45:00 -0700

Well a reckoning has come for ActivisionBlizzard, who will weather the storm? Also HALO Infinite flighting starts this weekend! Next Gen Consoles are outpacing their predecessors, and ComicCon@home fails to make a splash.

Episode 166: Glorious Purpose

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:15:00 -0700

We are back with another rendition of the pod. This week: Black Widow Review, Netflix is looking to up their game output, and the Bad Batch hits a sour note. That and more, come take a listen.

Episode 165: Podcasts are nothing without Family

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 08 Jul 2021 00:30:00 -0700

If the title was any indication, we have a review of Fast 9. Also Nintendo finally announces the not Switch Pro. The future of Assassins' Creed is in flux yet again. Netflix drops a dud with the first Fear Street, while it launches fireworks with America the Motion Picture. Also Loki is nuking the multiverse, and the Bad Batch finally makes a good post war point.

Episode 164: Blowing the Doors Off

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 00:15:00 -0700

Todd Howard tells us about things we cant have yet, Sony makes a purchase, or two, and Remedy is growing! Meanwhile The Bad Batch, Loki and Rick and Morty just blew up their respective cannon, in a good way, and streaming services are knocking it out of the park in July. Over in the MCU Shang Chi is bringing back some Phase 1 love, F9 is a powerhouse at the box office, and something is afoot at Lucasfilm.

Episode 163: The 3 CEOs of Gaming

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0700

Well we are a week past E3 and the gaming news keeps dropping. Lets check in with the heads of Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo. Meanwhile lets all try to not be hypocrites. The Bad Batch sees the return of a fan favorite character. Loki offers up a twist, and Rick and Morty changes things up for the better. And Optimus Primal is coming to the big screen baby!

Episode 161: T'was the night before E3

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:15:00 -0700

Well its that time of year again folks. E3 is on the horizon, and Nick has small, but major predictions for E3, lets see if I get it right. Also it looks like some exciting Indie games are on their way to our screens. Meanwhile Netflix Geeked week is leaving us asking for more, and Jurassic World Dominion Plants its flag.

Episode 160: A Ragnarok for another day

Nick DeFalco — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 23:30:00 -0700

Hot off the delay of God of War Ragnarok, we take the time to discuss Horizon Forbidden West and Far Cry 6. Sonic turns 30, and Dark Horse Comics wants to get into the games business. Meanwhile Netflix changes its plans for Jupiters Legacy, The Bad Batch picks up steam again, and Jungle Cruise looks to be a wild ride, no pun intended. Plus Loot Crate earns points with me again.

Episode 159: Podcast of the Dead

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 27 May 2021 00:15:00 -0700

This week we take a bit of a dive into gaming history, and gaming's future as we get closer and closer to E3. The CW is making waves, while Disney+ is having some missteps. Meanwhile is Marvel looking at a potential bomb? Amazon buys MGM and lets hope James Bond lasts forever. Also Army of the Dead is a fun mindless movie to kickback and enjoy.

Episode 158: Its Threeson Then

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 20 May 2021 00:45:00 -0700

Wow, I have spent three years annoying the hell out of all of you. We've got a fun show this week: Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Nintendo Switch Shortages, WB Games and the changes at WarnerMedia. HBO Max is upping its DC output. Rick and Morty is getting a spin off. I want a Star Wars Dynasty Warriors game, and a whole lot more. Come Take a Listen!

Episode 157: NNN: Podcast

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 13 May 2021 07:00:00 -0700

Well, well well, it looks like Nintendo is the juggernaut that everyone expected, while you might be able to get a switch, despite its massive sales, good luck finding a PS5. Some 80s icons are coming to Warzone, if official tweets are to be believed. Ubisoft makes some strange decisions. CSI is returning to screens this fall, while the Golden Globes is being forced out. Paramount Plus wants to be like HBO Max and bring movies home to you, Venom 2 looks boring as hell, and dont expect Drax to hang out forever.

Episode 156: The Bad Cast

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 06 May 2021 01:15:00 -0700

May the 4th be with you! And Revenge of the 5th! Hope you all had a great Star Wars Day and enjoyed the Bad Batch premier as much as I did. We also have a review of New Pokémon Snap, and a whole lot more come take a listen!

Episode 151: NNN patch 1.5.1

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 00:15:00 -0700

Welcome All, welcome In! This week we wonder if Discord will become part of the Microsoft family. Cyberpunk finally addresses most of its bugs. Razer wants to RGB and chroma the world. While Netflix is increasing its theatrical and Anime Output. The Streaming wars are heating up in response. Obi-Wan will have returning characters, but not the ones you think. The Suicide Squad looks great, and I mean that. All that, and Comic-Con may be back in a new way. Come take a listen.

Episode 146: Nick's Nerd Nursery

Nick DeFalco — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0800

Its a video game centric week as we discuss the official death of Anthem, Blizzcon announcements, trouble is brewing at several developers while other studios are growing. Sony continues to go in a strange trajectory, while Chicago Lawmakers make the billionth attempt at outlawing violent video games. Plus big news from the TCA upfronts for Disney+ and Paramount+. What's new on streaming, and also more information about the Snyder Cut and what to expect from Spider-Man.

Episode 115: What do you see in this image

Nick DeFalco — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 18:45:00 -0700

Are you feeling nostalgic? Well LEGO is releasing a new version of the NES for your building pleasure. Flight Simulator is going to take up a lot of space on you PC. Where is Skull & Bones and will it be the same? The Doc Speaks! Ghosts of Tsushima honors a filmaking legend. Also what im expecting in the next HALO before we get the reveal. Falcon and the Winter soldier is delayed. Peacock isnt HDMI friendly. Atomic Blonde 2 may happen at Netflix. Uncharted finally begins filming, and the Just Cause movie hooks a director. Meanwhile Hasbro announces a Top Gun themed Transformer, with awesome Volleyball action. And DC announces a new Rorschach.