Rum & Nerdy

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.

Episode 5.23 - 1979 Lamborghini Countach LP400S: Strap in and punch it, because this week we're hitting the open road with a tank full of fun facts and zero regard for posted speed limits. Greg and Garrick dive headfirst into the wild world of The Cannonball Run — the legendary coast-to-coast race from NYC to LA that inspired one of the greatest ensemble car comedies of all time.

We talk about the real-life madness behind the race, the absolutely bonkers cast of characters, and of course, the iconic machines that made it all possible (yes, including that Lamborghini Countach). It's a fuel-injected mix of trivia, storytelling, and cinematic chaos — because what’s more Rum and Nerdy than a bunch of lunatics in supercars breaking the law for bragging rights?

Pop the cork, drop the clutch, and join us for an episode that’s 100% nitrous-fueled nostalgia.

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 5.22 - 1930 Ford Model A Fordor:  This week, we pour one out for Greg’s classic 1930 Ford as he officially parts ways with the Model A — RIP, you beautiful beast. But as one icon leaves, another joins: our good friend Scott jumps in-studio to help us taste our way through a bottle of Star and Key rum from Mauritius (it’s fancy, trust us).

We dive into a recap of our adventures at the InfoComm conference — where the screens were huge, the LEDs were blinding, and someone definitely spent too much time geeking out over AV gear. And in a life-changing moment, Scott tries El Dorado 15 for the first time... welcome to the good stuff.

Add in a pile of tangents, a few too many stories, and the usual blend of sarcasm and questionable life choices, and you’ve got a longer-than-usual episode we like to call: "therapy with rum."

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.

S05E21: 1961 Lincoln Continental Convertible: This week, Greg and Garrick take a top-down cruise through some truly bizarre historical déjà vu, exploring the wild parallels between the assassinations of Abraham Lincoln and JFK. (Spoiler: the rabbit hole is deep and weird.)

From there, they swerve into the strange world of celebrity assassinations, trivia nobody asked for, and a detour into the mysterious realm of IMDb Pro and the almighty Star Meter—because apparently, you can measure fame with a ruler and a subscription fee.

Also: what do "the running of the Hoods" and a random ice cream maker prop from Star Wars have in common? Absolutely nothing, and yet… everything.

Grab a drink, hold onto your conspiracy boards, and let’s get nerdy.

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 5.20 - The Pope Mobile: This week, Greg and Garrick hop into the Pope Mobile and take a reverent ride through Dogma — Kevin Smith’s controversial 1999 cult classic. From distribution hell to Weinstein Drama, follow this 25-year crusade for a Blu-ray release, the guys break down how this divine comedy became a cinematic ghost. Expect obscure trivia, blunt opinions, and deep dives into the film's holy relics (and a plastic poop demon or two).

They’re also sipping some Bumbu rum — because nothing pairs better with religious satire than a sweet, spicy pour — and swapping stories from a karaoke night with TEA friends that may or may not have included interpretive dancing.

It’s theology, trivia, and tropical drinks… Rum and Nerdy-style.

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 5.19 - 1981 DeLorean DMC-12: This week, Greg and Garrick crack open a bottle of Plantation Stiggins' Fancy Pineapple Rum and take their very first spin through Universal Orlando’s new park, Epic Universe. From the central hum of Celestial Park to each of the epic lands, the guys give their take on what’s amazing, what’s curious, and what’s just plain nerdy. Plus: a quick update on Greg’s new Jeep, and as always—plenty of detours.

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.