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.

Episode 5.26 - Toyota Vitz: Buckle up, because this week’s episode takes as many unexpected turns as a Toyota Vitz in a Fast & Furious audition. Fueled by a generous pour of Ron Zacapa 23, the guys dive headfirst into recent movie chatter—mostly about the new Superman, but with pit stops at Jurassic Park and a few other cinematic detours. In classic Rum and Nerdy fashion, they conduct some real-time, highly scientific (read: frantic Googling) research into the swirling rumors around James Gunn’s mysterious “Chapter 1” DCU plans. Spoiler: it’s still a mess. Come for the rum, stay for the speculation, and leave wondering how the hell the Toyota Vitz got involved at all.

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 5.25 - Uber: This week’s episode is a true masterclass in zero-prep podcasting. Greg and Garrick fire up the mics with nothing but a glass of rum and a dream—and somehow end up covering everything from fake Elon Musk TikTok DMs to the joys of medical testing in your 40s (spoiler alert: it’s not joyful).

There’s no real theme, no clear direction, and definitely no plan... just vintage Rum and Nerdy chaos, fueled by randomness and B-level rum-fueled wisdom. It’s Uber-entertaining, Uber-weird, and totally on brand.

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 5.24 - McLaren MCL39: We saw F1 — and trust us, it blew us away. In this episode, we break down the film’s high-speed thrills, surprisingly solid story, and the kind of obsessive attention to detail that real Formula 1 fans will absolutely love. From custom-built race cars to how the cinematography captures the chaos of the pit lane, this one’s got our engine purring. We also detour into some 007 speculation (who's next to order their martini?) and chat about an upcoming nerdy adventure. It’s fast, fun, and full of fumes — just the way we like it.

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.