Episode 5.36 - 1956 Nash Metropolitan: This week the guys crack open a bottle of Santa Teresa 1796 Triple Aged Solera Rum, because nothing says “serious rum review” like sipping something classy while talking about Weird Al Yankovic. Yes, you read that right. We hit St. Augustine for his live concert, and it was everything we hoped for and then some.

From accordion-powered anthems to the deep cuts only true Weird Al nerds could appreciate, we relive the highlights of the show, argue about our favorite songs, and wander through the absurdity of a career that’s spanned decades of parodies, polkas, and pure genius. Also, somewhere in there, we pretend to stay on topic (spoiler: we don’t).

So buckle in, pour yourself a glass, and get ready for a conversation that’s equal parts rum review, concert recap, and a love letter to the man who made nerdy cool long before it was mainstream.

Two rambling idiots (Greg and Garrick) bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Rum and Nerdy Episode 5.35 - 1955 Lincoln Futura: This week, we’re popping open the vault for a vintage episode — the very first one recorded with our Podcast Mini setup. (Back when we were just starting to get excited about the idea of going to New Zealand. Simpler times. Less luggage.)

In this throwback session, Greg and Garrick sip on Star and Key Indian Ocean Fresh Cane Rum and take a delightfully meandering trip through the 1980s, complete with a tribute to Smokey and the Bandit, and a discussion on the TV shows we missed back then — and can now binge to our hearts' content. Spoiler: we’re not proud of how many we’re behind on.

Named after the futuristic concept car that eventually became the Batmobile, this episode is all vibes, a little dust, and a lot of nerdy nostalgia. You’ve been warned.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Episode 5.34 - The UTE: Strap in, this week, Greg and Garrick recount their epic journey across New Zealand, fueled by Santa Teresa 1796 Triple Aged Solera Rum, a deep love of themed entertainment, and an unrelenting need to squeeze every nerdy drop out of the Southern Hemisphere.

The trip kicks off in Auckland for the TEA SATE APAC Conference, where inspiration ran high and jet lag ran deep. While in town, they dove headfirst into the All Blacks Experience (because rugby is religion in NZ) and the mind-blowing Weta Unleashed exhibit at SkyCity.

From there, they loaded up the rental and hit the road, making a now-legendary stop at the Hobbiton Movie Set (see Episode 5.33) for a private tour and a few pints at the Green Dragon Inn with the one and only Russell Alexander.

The fanboy road trip continued across the length of the North Island, winding up in Wellington, where the nerdery went into full overdrive: LOTR filming sites, the Te Papa Museum, a private Weta Workshop tour, and a stop at the stunning Roxy Theater (because class).

And just when you think the trip peaked, surprise! They wrapped it all up at Sir Richard Taylor’s farm just outside Wellington, where they sat down for a fireside chat and quick interview with the legend himself.

Oh, and they also snuck in a bonus day in Sydney on the way home… because why not?

It’s travel, rum, and world-class storytelling, all in one massive episode. Grab a glass and hit play. You’re gonna need both hands for this one.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Rum and Nerdy Episode 5.33 - Hobbiton Movie Set: In this epic installment of Rum and Nerdy, Greg and Garrick find themselves in the heart of the Shire — and no, this isn’t a metaphor. This week’s episode was recorded on location at the Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, New Zealand, thanks to an unforgettable private tour hosted by none other than our friend (and the owner) Russel Alexander.

We kick things off from Bagshot Row, stroll through behind-the-scenes operations and maintenance areas most fans never get to see, and wrap the day with a cozy fire and a full pint at the Green Dragon Inn. Along the way, we nerd out hard, share stories, and soak up every bit of magic the Shire has to offer.

Russel and the entire Hobbiton team were beyond generous, and this episode is our love letter to the detail, passion, and hospitality that brings Middle-earth to life. If you’ve ever dreamed of second breakfast and elevenses, this one’s for you.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the Rum & Nerdy Podcast, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Episode 5.32: The 1966 Trekka: This week, it’s all prep, all chaos, and way too much House. As Greg and Garrick get ready for their New Zealand adventure, the conversation veers wildly between Kiwi cars (yes, we’re talking about the 1966 Trekka), streaming obsessions, and the slow, inevitable shark-jumping of the show House. Spoiler: we’re still watching. We don’t know why either.

Meanwhile, Greg’s new cat Sammie makes her podcast debut — not by choice, but by force — and promptly establishes herself as a feline invasive species. It’s giving Australia-toad-energy, but cuter and with more scratching.

Come for the nerdy tangents, stay for the sound of feline domination.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Episode 5.31 - FD RX-7: This week, the guys fire up The Podcast Mini once again and head over to Ryan’s place — where he’s built a fully functional, custom home tiki bar complete with automated lighting, video effects, and a questionable bottle of bourbon.

In true Rum and Nerdy fashion, we come bearing excellent rum (because we’re not monsters), and Ryan counters with something that technically qualifies as whiskey. We talk tiki tech, DIY bar wizardry, and Ryan’s musical adventures with his longtime friend Jessie (who, tragically, did not show up to defend herself).

It’s the second episode recorded with our portable podcast rig, and it’s got everything: rum, lights, music, questionable bourbon decisions — and a vibe you don’t want to miss.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Episode 5.30 - 1971 Chevy Malibu Convertible: Live(ish) from Las Vegas, Greg and Garrick roll into town and fire up *The Podcast Mini* — their shiny new portable recording setup — to capture the chaos with none other than Demo Dave Shannon. Fresh off a whirlwind TEA event, the guys dish on the highlights, the handshakes, and the hilariously awkward run-ins that probably deserve their own nondisclosure agreements.

With glasses full of Plantery Cut and Dry rum (which, despite the name, is very much not dry), the conversation swerves between themed entertainment gossip, questionable buffet choices, and the surprising number of TEA members who still can’t figure out which mic is hot.

Oh, and that 1971 Chevy Malibu Convertible? It’s a vibe. Maybe. Or just a metaphor. Or possibly a fever dream brought on by too much rum and neon.

Either way — it's classic Rum and Nerdy: on the road, off the rails, and absolutely worth the ride.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Episode 5.29: Amphicar Model 770 Part Deux: We tried to stay on course for a classy rum recap with Josh Martin of Martin Aquatic... but this episode bounces around like a multiball bonus round. One minute we're sipping Facundo, the next we're knee-deep in Marvel hot takes, streaming obsessions, and pop culture rabbit holes we may never crawl out of.

It's rum, it's nerdy, it's basically a pinball machine of tangents — and we wouldn't have it any other way. Tilt warning: opinions may be strong, and the flippers are definitely stuck on "chaos."

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Episode 5.28: Amphicar Model 770 Part Un: This week, we’re joined by Josh Martin of Martin Aquatic — the official swizzle stick sponsor of Rum and Nerdy (yes, that’s a real thing, and no, we’re not giving back the merch). After years of failed rum pairings, we finally found one that Josh doesn’t politely gag at: Foursquare Magisterium. Then we cleanse his soul with Garrick’s top-shelf favorite, Facundo Paraiso.

From home bar flexes to IAAPA party flashbacks and more glorious derailments than a model train expo, this episode has everything — except restraint. There was too much fun for one sitting, so we’re serving this in two parts. Sip accordingly.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.

Episode 5.27: The Homer - San Diego Comic Con 2025 has officially kicked off, and Marvel’s back on stage doing what they do best—dropping massive announcements and praying we forgot about Phase 4. This week, Greg and Garrick dig into the freshly unrolled MCU roadmap straight from Kevin Feige, the man, the myth, the baseball-cap-wearing overlord of superhero continuity.

With a new commitment to "quantity over quality" (because apparently someone finally read the comment section), the guys unpack the next two chapters of the MCU, what this “realignment” really means, and whether or not we’re just getting more of the same—but with better CGI. They also review what’s left in the pipeline for 2025 movie releases and which projects might actually deliver something fresh.

As always, the conversation is seasoned with a healthy pour of skepticism, a splash of rum, and a few tangents you absolutely didn’t ask for. And yes, they explain the title. Sort of.

Two rambling idiots—Greg and Garrick—bring you the *Rum & Nerdy Podcast*, a weekly dive into the world of nerd culture through the eyes of late 40s/early 50s dads who still can't get enough of their favorite movies, TV shows, and theme parks. With a deep love of all things nerdy and a shared passion for good rum, these two buddies mix laid-back humor, nostalgic memories, and plenty of laughs as they discuss everything from classic sci-fi to the latest pop culture trends.