Because Nerd

You guys have been really good lately, and we have definitely noticed (that's right, we're watching you). And you deserve something really good in return, so we have just the thing. It's time for some classic Because Nerd content! Today we're starting out by looking at Hindsight Lad, the most obnoxious costumed vigilante to have ever graced the comic book page, and his maniacal plan for how to kill Batman! Then we take a hard look at the X-men Angel and analyze the extent of his power. For instance, could Angel beat a baby in a fight?? The answer may surprise you!! Learn about all this and much more in this absolutely amazing episode of Because Nerd!!!

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Welcome back to Because Nerd! Today we sit down with a special guest, Eddie McClintock, and he tells us all about his youth being a roadie for huge rock bands, how he got his gig as the lead star for Warehouse 13, and some other notable stories he's experienced along the way! Then, after all that, Eddie joins the Because Nerd crew for a Super Beat Off between Wolverine and Squirrel Girl (and somehow the Devil also ends up getting thrown into the mix), so you definitely do not want to miss this one! Please have your nerd badges out and ready, they will be throughly inspected prior to entry being permitted.

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EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!!! Baby alien from a distant solar system crash lands on earth! Loving midwestern couple struggling to have a child decide to raise him as their own! And though he appears perfectly human, it turns out that actually he possesses extraordinary superpowers! Who is this mysterious super-person?? “Superman” you think, well no, you dummy! Turns out you're wrong again! Because today we're talking about the superpowered sociopath (and evil version of a young Superman) Brightburn! So grab a clean pair of underwear and put them on over your pants, because the rays of the yellow sun have revealed our true nerd powers on this episode of Because Nerd!

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On this episode of Because Nerd, we’re talking about a mighty robot who is loved by Good and feared by Evil! That’s right! We’re talking about the Legendary Defender, Voltron!!! And we’re asking the question, “Why does Voltron have an Interlock, anyway??” Like seriously, did someone get a DUI while driving Voltron?! But first, we kick things off with a discussion about ofter notable Mechs that hold a sweet spot in hearts. So, Activate Interlocks and connect Dynotherms because it’s time to form Because Nerd!!!

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Hey there, you. We don't talk enough anymore. You know what I mean?? We should change that. In fact, here, we just finished a new episode of Because Nerd! You should totally check it out! In it, we take time to ponder the merits of Mac-n-Cheese ice cream, like, "are there any merits to Mac-n-Cheese ice cream?". We also spend time remembering the 90s cartoon show, Pirates of Dark Water and its disappointing inability to finish. We even ring the bell on a Super BeatOff that goes down between The Bionic $6 Million Man vs the Invisible Secret Agent: Gemini Man. I can't tell you how happy I am that we're talking together again, and I'm soooo glad that we're reconnecting!!

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This week on Because Nerd, listeners requested and we answered... about The Answer! After we mentioned him for a moment in BN#18 about Ruby Thursday, we were inundated with requests to explain just who The Answer is and what the hell is the question!! Well you asked, and we answered! So just who is The Answer, what are his powers, and can he kill Batman?? There is only one way to get the answer, and that is to listen to this amazing episode of Because Nerd!!

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This week on Because Nerd, the Beating Off continues! In one corner, we have the Justice league of America! And in the other corner, we have The Seven! We separate each team's members into tiers and get to the bottom of just who will be the ultimate Beat Off champions! Is Batman craftier than Black Noir? Who is faster, A Train or The Flash? Who has more serious mommy issues, Superman or Homelander? Take a seat and let the Sea Monarch tell you a tale who will get off and who will go down in this hyper charged episode of Because Nerd!

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In this 1st episode of a two-parter Because Nerd, things start out with the delirium of pandemic isolation setting in causing the Nerds to fantasize about what if Dog the Bounty Hunter and Steven Seagal teamed up for the ultimate reality TV show! Then, Mike sets the stage for an epic Super Beat Off! This time it's the Justice League of America vs The Seven from The Boys! Yes, the JLA may have god-like power, but is that enough to deal with the absolute depravity that The Seven are capable of? And also, what exactly does the Sea Monarch have to do with all of this? There is only one way find out, and that is to listen to this action packed episode of Because Nerd!

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This week on Because Nerd we have a very special treat for you! Two of the Nerds, Ckrysze and Mike, sit down for a very lovely interview with the extremely talented actress, Lynne Griffin. She tells us all about her time during the filming of the cult classics Strange Brew, Black Christmas, and plenty of other experiences she's had along the way! You won't find many others with such charm and charisma as Lynne, so you might as well kick back, relax, and get cozy with some very delightful Because Nerd!

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It is that time again, and Because Nerd is here to deliver! This week the Nerds take a deep dive into the confusingly sexy character of Ruby Thursday and ask the proverbial question, "Can she kill Batman?" We also take a detour to the left side of the highway to uncover just how the Wayne family made all of their millions (or is it billions??). There is also a brief discussion about how well of a restaurant greeter Bull's Eye would have been, and we explore what sort of bullshit Alfred has had to put up with for all these years (it's a lot)! Smoke'em if you got'em, cause it's time for Because Nerd!

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