Smarts

Smarts

By Trevor Balena & Julia Tutko-Balena
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Smarts episodes

  • Episode 31: Drug-Smuggling Caribbean Party Dog
    AKA “Butterfly Depression”

    In the thirty-first episode, Trevor and Julia discuss the announcements made at the September 9th Apple event, our first look at Hawkman and Hawkgirl from “Legends of Tomorrow”, some “Agent Carter” Season 2 tidbits, “Walking Dead” casting news, and rumors about the setting of the upcoming “Wonder Woman” movie. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Julia turns the tables and tests Trevor’s knowledge of Vixen. Lastly, they delve into episode 3 of “Vixen”, and the webisode prologue to Season 9 of “Doctor Who”.

    Apple - September Event 2015 - YouTube

    First Look at Hawkgirl & Hawkman's "DC's Legends of Tomorrow" Costumes - Comic Book Resources

    Hayley Atwell Says to Expect More Black Widow in "Agent Carter" Season 2 - Comic Book Resources

    'Walking Dead' Promotes Three to Series Regular — Plus See the Key Art - Hollywood Reporter

    RUMOR: 'Wonder Woman' Timelines Revealed? — Heroic Hollywood

    BBC One - Doctor Who, Series 9, New Series Prologue
    1 hr 29 min
  • Episode 30: Marvel Movie Meat
    AKA “Chekhov’s Time Lord”

    In the thirtieth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss the announcement of a “Mega Man” movie, a plethora of Marvel movie news including a big behind-the-scenes shakeup, casting and costume news from “Arrow”, “Flash”, and “Supergirl”, and the return of a fan-favorite “Doctor Who” character in the 2015 Christmas Special. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of “Doctor Who” character River Song. Lastly, they delve into the first two episodes of the CW Seed web-series “Vixen”, and the second episode of “Fear The Walking Dead”.

    {TB Exclusive} A “Mega Man” Movie Is A Go At Fox | The Tracking Board

    Hulk Cut From "Captain America: Civil War," Ruffalo Unsure When He'll Return - Comic Book Resources

    Evans Talks Marvel Contract, Not Ready to Say Goodbye Just Yet - Comic Book Resources

    Marvel Shake-Up: Film Chief Kevin Feige Breaks Free of CEO Ike Perlmutter (Exclusive) - Hollywood Reporter

    ARROW Dragon Con 2015 Sizzle Reel - YouTube

    Arrow season 4: Diggle's super suit revealed in first-look photo | EW.com

    The Flash’s Zoom: Tony Todd to Play DC Comics Villain in Season 2 | Variety

    Supergirl: Glenn Morshower Cast as General Sam Lane | IGN

    EXCLUSIVE: Supergirl Casts Iddo Goldberg as Dr. T.O. Morrow, the Red Tornado | Comicbook.com

    BBC Latest News - Doctor Who - The Doctor and River Song Reunite For A Spectacular Christmas

    River Song (Doctor Who) - Wikipedia
    1 hr 24 min
  • Episode 30: Marvel Movie Meat
    AKA “Chekhov’s Time Lord”

    In the thirtieth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss the announcement of a “Mega Man” movie, a plethora of Marvel movie news including a big behind-the-scenes shakeup, casting and costume news from “Arrow”, “Flash”, and “Supergirl”, and the return of a fan-favorite “Doctor Who” character in the 2015 Christmas Special. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of “Doctor Who” character River Song. Lastly, they delve into the first two episodes of the CW Seed web-series “Vixen”, and the second episode of “Fear The Walking Dead”.

    {TB Exclusive} A “Mega Man” Movie Is A Go At Fox | The Tracking Board

    Hulk Cut From "Captain America: Civil War," Ruffalo Unsure When He'll Return - Comic Book Resources

    Evans Talks Marvel Contract, Not Ready to Say Goodbye Just Yet - Comic Book Resources

    Marvel Shake-Up: Film Chief Kevin Feige Breaks Free of CEO Ike Perlmutter (Exclusive) - Hollywood Reporter

    ARROW Dragon Con 2015 Sizzle Reel - YouTube

    Arrow season 4: Diggle's super suit revealed in first-look photo | EW.com

    The Flash’s Zoom: Tony Todd to Play DC Comics Villain in Season 2 | Variety

    Supergirl: Glenn Morshower Cast as General Sam Lane | IGN

    EXCLUSIVE: Supergirl Casts Iddo Goldberg as Dr. T.O. Morrow, the Red Tornado | Comicbook.com

    BBC Latest News - Doctor Who - The Doctor and River Song Reunite For A Spectacular Christmas

    River Song (Doctor Who) - Wikipedia
    1 hr 24 min
  • Episode 29: Red-Hot Bureaucracy Action
    AKA “You’re Eaten By Rabid Dogs”

    In the twenty-ninth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss the upcoming Apple event, leaked “Captain America: Civil War” plot details, more George Miller / DC Comics movie rumors, “Flash” casting announcements, and details of a new “The Walking Dead” web series. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of “The Walking Dead”. Lastly, they delve into the pilot of the new spinoff show, “Fear The Walking Dead”.

    Apple Invites Media to September 9 Event: 'Hey Siri, Give Us a Hint' - Mac Rumors

    REPORT: "Captain America: Civil War" Concept Art Reveals Warring Factions - Comic Book Resources

    Man of Steel 2 said to be on "permanent hold"

    The Flash season 2: Malese Jow returning to play Linda Park | EW.com

    ‘The Flash’: Violett Beane Cast in Season 2 as Jesse Quick | TVLine

    The Walking Dead to show airline zombie attack in stand-alone special | EW.com

    The Walking Dead (franchise) - Wikipedia
    1 hr 33 min
  • Episode 29: Red-Hot Bureaucracy Action
    AKA “You’re Eaten By Rabid Dogs”

    In the twenty-ninth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss the upcoming Apple event, leaked “Captain America: Civil War” plot details, more George Miller / DC Comics movie rumors, “Flash” casting announcements, and details of a new “The Walking Dead” web series. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of “The Walking Dead”. Lastly, they delve into the pilot of the new spinoff show, “Fear The Walking Dead”.

    Apple Invites Media to September 9 Event: 'Hey Siri, Give Us a Hint' - Mac Rumors

    REPORT: "Captain America: Civil War" Concept Art Reveals Warring Factions - Comic Book Resources

    Man of Steel 2 said to be on "permanent hold"

    The Flash season 2: Malese Jow returning to play Linda Park | EW.com

    ‘The Flash’: Violett Beane Cast in Season 2 as Jesse Quick | TVLine

    The Walking Dead to show airline zombie attack in stand-alone special | EW.com

    The Walking Dead (franchise) - Wikipedia
    1 hr 33 min
  • Episode 28: iOhNo Or iOhYes
    “AKA “Be A Bad Criminal”

    In the twenty-eighth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss rumors of a director for “Man of Steel 2”, a name change for an important location on “Arrow”, news of a pilot order for “Marvel’s Most Wanted”, casting news for Marvel’s “Luke Cage” Netflix series, and the release of “Final Fantasy VII” for iOS. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of iOS. Lastly, they conclude their journey through the original run of “Batman: The Animated Series” with the final episodes of Volume 3.

    RUMOR: George Miller to Direct "Man of Steel" Sequel - Comic Book Resources

    It's Official: "Arrow" Is Now the Hero Star City Deserves - Comic Book Resources

    ‘Marvel’s Most Wanted’: ABC Orders Mockingbird Spinoff Series Pilot | Variety

    Marvel’s ‘Luke Cage’: Alfre Woodard Cast In Key Role On Netflix Series | Deadline

    FINAL FANTASY VII on the App Store

    iOS - Wikipedia

    List of Batman: The Animated Series episodes - Wikipedia
    1 hr 21 min
  • Episode 28: iOhNo Or iOhYes
    “AKA “Be A Bad Criminal”

    In the twenty-eighth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss rumors of a director for “Man of Steel 2”, a name change for an important location on “Arrow”, news of a pilot order for “Marvel’s Most Wanted”, casting news for Marvel’s “Luke Cage” Netflix series, and the release of “Final Fantasy VII” for iOS. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of iOS. Lastly, they conclude their journey through the original run of “Batman: The Animated Series” with the final episodes of Volume 3.

    RUMOR: George Miller to Direct "Man of Steel" Sequel - Comic Book Resources

    It's Official: "Arrow" Is Now the Hero Star City Deserves - Comic Book Resources

    ‘Marvel’s Most Wanted’: ABC Orders Mockingbird Spinoff Series Pilot | Variety

    Marvel’s ‘Luke Cage’: Alfre Woodard Cast In Key Role On Netflix Series | Deadline

    FINAL FANTASY VII on the App Store

    iOS - Wikipedia

    List of Batman: The Animated Series episodes - Wikipedia
    1 hr 21 min
  • Episode 27: Dem Pits Tho
    “AKA “Giant Space Wizard”

    In the twenty-seventh episode, Trevor and Julia discuss John Constantine appearing on “Arrow”, Doctor Light appearing on “Flash”, Live Wire appearing on “Supergirl”, news from the Television Critics Association’s summer press tour, the announcement of an unexpected new DC Comics show on NBC, and new details on the Han Solo-centric “Star Wars” spinoff film. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of the Flash. Lastly, they delve into DC Comics’ new all-ages comic book series, “Gotham Academy”.

    Matt Ryan to Reprise 'Constantine' Role on The CW's 'Arrow' - Hollywood Reporter

    "The Flash" Season 2 Enlists Female Doctor Light - Comic Book Resources

    ‘Supergirl’s’ Livewire: Brit Morgan to Play DC Comics Villain | Variety

    The CW’s Mark Pedowitz Talks ‘Supergirl’ Crossovers, DC Spinoffs | Variety

    DC Comics Workplace Comedy Lands At NBC With Pilot Production Commitment | Deadline

    'Star Wars' anthology: How young will young Han Solo be? | EW.com

    Flash (comics) - Wikipedia

    Gotham Academy Digital Comics - Comics by comiXology
    1 hr 12 min
  • Episode 27: Dem Pits Tho
    “AKA “Giant Space Wizard”

    In the twenty-seventh episode, Trevor and Julia discuss John Constantine appearing on “Arrow”, Doctor Light appearing on “Flash”, Live Wire appearing on “Supergirl”, news from the Television Critics Association’s summer press tour, the announcement of an unexpected new DC Comics show on NBC, and new details on the Han Solo-centric “Star Wars” spinoff film. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of the Flash. Lastly, they delve into DC Comics’ new all-ages comic book series, “Gotham Academy”.

    Matt Ryan to Reprise 'Constantine' Role on The CW's 'Arrow' - Hollywood Reporter

    "The Flash" Season 2 Enlists Female Doctor Light - Comic Book Resources

    ‘Supergirl’s’ Livewire: Brit Morgan to Play DC Comics Villain | Variety

    The CW’s Mark Pedowitz Talks ‘Supergirl’ Crossovers, DC Spinoffs | Variety

    DC Comics Workplace Comedy Lands At NBC With Pilot Production Commitment | Deadline

    'Star Wars' anthology: How young will young Han Solo be? | EW.com

    Flash (comics) - Wikipedia

    Gotham Academy Digital Comics - Comics by comiXology
    1 hr 12 min
  • Episode 26: Tsunami Of Sadness
    AKA “AKA “Doogie Howser, Son Of Batman”

    In the twenty-sixth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss the reactions to the new “Fantastic Four” movie, “Arrow” and “Flash” casting news, and rumors of a live-action “X-Men” TV show. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of Batman. Lastly, they continue their journey through “Batman: The Animated Series” with the episodes comprising the first half of Volume 3.

    ‘Fantastic Four’ Lacks Superpowers at Box Office - The New York Times

    "The Flash" Casts Wally West - Comic Book Resources

    Vandal Savage Cast for "Flash," "Arrow" and "Legends of Tomorrow" - Comic Book Resources

    ‘X-Men’ Series at Fox: Spoilers on Characters, Storyline | TVLine

    Batman - Wikipedia

    List of Batman: The Animated Series episodes - Wikipedia
    1 hr 7 min

About Smarts

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Trevor (an expert geek) and Julia (a novice nerd) delve into current news, films, TV shows, comics, technology, and pop culture in general. Trevor then attempts to train Julia in the ways of the geek!