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We break down Wicked: For Good, discussing the risks and rewards of splitting the beloved musical in two, whether Act Two can live up to expectations, and how the film handles its darker themes. From there, it’s on to Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited Frankenstein — a visually rich, emotionally grounded take on the classic monster that puts empathy and tragedy front and centre.

Finally, we hit the dystopian arena with Edgar Wright’s The Running Man, asking whether this slick reimagining delivers Wright’s trademark energy or feels restrained by the source material.

Big adaptations, iconic monsters, and modern takes on classic stories — it’s a packed episode of films worth arguing about.

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(Air Date: 15-10-25)

This week, the Nerd To Know Basis crew dive deep into the underworld and beyond. Kev gives a full breakdown of Hades II—why it’s more than “just more Hades,” how it builds on Greek myth, and why it might be the most dangerously addictive sequel in years.

Then things get neon and controversial as the panel tackles Tron: Ares. Is it a misunderstood sci-fi spectacle destined for cult status, or a flashy reboot weighed down by expectations, Jared Leto discourse, and franchise baggage? We unpack the world-building, the soundtrack, the spectacle, and why Tron always seems to arrive before audiences are ready for it.

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This week on The Wrestling Rewind, we kick things off with an exclusive interview with TNA star Xia Brookside, one of the brightest rising talents in the company. Then, Darragh and Martin dive into a jam-packed wrestling and pop culture discussion — from TNA’s new partnerships and upcoming Turning Point to the chaos surrounding Andrade’s contract saga between WWE and AEW.

The hosts also explore WWE’s rumored use of AI in creative writing, and debate whether technology could ever truly book wrestling. Expect laughs, tangents, and metal talk as they share stories from gigs gone wrong, discuss aging out of the mosh pit, and look ahead to TNA’s big events this winter.

A perfect blend of wrestling insight, humor, and geek culture — only on The Wrestling Rewind.

🎧 Aired on: 92.5 Phoenix FM

Hosts: Darragh & Martin

📅 Aired: 28th October 2025

On this episode of The Wrestling Rewind, host Darragh O’Connor sits down with TNA Knockout Xia Brookside for an in-depth conversation about her wrestling journey — from her early days in the UK scene to NXT UK, Stardom, and now her breakout run in TNA Wrestling.

Xia reflects on her time in NXT UK, signing at just 19 years old, and how those formative years helped shape the performer she is today. She also opens up about her pride in being part of one of the strongest women’s divisions in the world — the Knockouts roster — and what makes it such a supportive, competitive environment.

The discussion covers:

Xia’s standout moments in TNA, including her rivalry with Ash by Elegance and her first-ever Monster’s Ball match against Rosemary.

The importance of fan energy and how it fuels her in the ring.

Growing up in wrestling as the daughter of Robbie Brookside — and why she’s proud to have forged her own path.

Her goals for 2025, including a run with the Knockouts Tag Team Titles alongside Angel Warriors, and her long-term dream of becoming Knockouts World Champion.

Why she wants to face legends like Gail Kim or the Beautiful People, and her excitement for upcoming TNA events like Turning Point and Final Resolution.

It’s a candid, inspiring conversation with one of the brightest young stars in professional wrestling today — and a must-listen for fans of the Knockouts division.

🎧 Stream the full interview now via nerdtoknowmedia.com, thewrestlingrewind.com, or on 92.5 Phoenix FM.

Watch all of Xia’s matches on TNA+, available now for UK & Ireland fans.

This week, Spooky Cian and Kev return with a Halloween-ish episode full of monsters, mayhem, and media that almost fit the season.

They kick things off wondering why 2025 has felt light on horror releases, before diving into Alien: Earth, the FX series turning the franchise into corporate sci-fi chaos. Then, Kev sings the praises of Interview With the Vampire—the stunning, dramatic re-imagining of Anne Rice’s classic now streaming on Netflix.

And just when you think it’s all fangs and fear, the guys resurrect The Simpsons to ask: Is it good again? Plus, a cozy gaming pick perfect for spooky season—Isla of Frosty Glide, a charming witchy platformer that’s as Halloween-adjacent as it gets.

📅 Air Date: 26-10-25

📻 Phoenix 92.5 FM @ 5PM

🎧 Spotify after broadcast

📺 Full episode on YouTube

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This week, Kev and Darragh catch up after festival season and dive headfirst into the chaos of gaming and pop culture. They unpack Nintendo’s jam-packed Direct—Super Mario Galaxy movie, Hades II, Fatal Frame remake, and the looming arrival of Switch 2. The conversation shifts to the fate of PlayStation Stars, Sony’s short-lived loyalty program that gamified gaming itself. Plus, Kev gets schooled on the bizarre, hilarious, and surprisingly star-studded world of The Toxic Avenger—from schlocky cult roots to a full-blown 2023 remake.

📅 Air Date: 20-09-25

📻 Phoenix 92.5 FM — Saturday at 5PM

🎧 Spotify after the show

📺 YouTube for the full episode

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This week, Darragh and Cian break down the Conjuring franchise ahead of The Last Rites, and dive into FX’s new sci-fi epic Alien: Earth. Horror, xenomorphs, and plenty of chaos! 👻👽

📅 Air Date: 06-09-25

📻 Phoenix 92.5 FM — Saturday at 5PM

🎧 On Spotify after the show

📺 Watch on YouTube

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📅 Aired: 02-09-25

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, we hit the road to bring you an on-location review from Glasgow, Scotland as AEW presented both Dynamite and Collision.

Join us as we break down the action, storylines, and atmosphere of AEW’s latest shows — from the big in-ring moments to the fan energy that made Glasgow a standout stop. We look at how these episodes shape AEW heading into the final stretch of 2025 and what it could mean for the company’s future direction.

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📅 Air Date: 06-09-25

Live from Phoenix 92.5 FM and straight onto Spotify, Nerd to Know Basis is your weekly trip into the strange, silly, and spectacular world of nerd culture.

Hosts Cian and Kev bring you everything from bizarre video games (yes, even trombone simulators), offbeat streaming finds, and Nintendo oddities, to deep dives on Marvel, Star Wars, anime, and whatever else crosses their nerdy radar.

Expect laughter, hot takes, and the kind of conversations that veer from insightful to ridiculous in the space of a trombone slide.

Catch the chaos weekly on Phoenix FM, or binge the whole back catalogue right here on Spotify.

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📅 Aired: 02-09-25

Tonight on The Wrestling Rewind (92.5 Phoenix FM), we celebrate our 200th episode with a very special guest: the new TNA X-Division Champion, Leon Slater. At just 19 years old, Leon is already carving his place in one of wrestling’s most iconic divisions — following in the footsteps of legends like AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, and Christopher Daniels.

We dive deep into Leon’s journey and mindset as champion and the legacy of the X-Division.