Smarts

Smarts

By Trevor Balena & Julia Tutko-Balena
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Smarts episodes

  • 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
  • Episode 25: In A Broad Sense
    AKA “There Would Definitely Be Baking”

    In the twenty-fifth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss Hawkman, “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Gotham” casting news, and Netflix’s plan for upcoming Marvel shows. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of Wonder Woman. Lastly, they give their in-depth thoughts on the 2011-2014 “Wonder Woman” comic book run by Brian Azzarello and Cliff Chiang.

    Legends of Tomorrow’s Hawkman: Falk Hentschel to Debut on Arrow/Flash | Variety

    Agents of SHIELD: Constance Zimmer to join season 3 as a foil to Phil Coulson | EW.com

    ‘Gotham’ Promotes Drew Powell To Regular In Season 2 | Deadline

    Netflix news: more superheroes, no skin on ‘Kimmy’ | The Seattle Times

    Wonder Woman - Wikipedia

    Wonder Woman (2011-) Digital Comics - Comics by comiXology
    (The run discussed in this episode encompasses the first six Collected Editions, which collect the first 35 monthly issues plus occasional Special issues. The collections and individual issues can also be found in iTunes/iBooks, the Amazon Kindle store, and elsewhere.)
    1 hr 20 min
  • Episode 25: In A Broad Sense
    AKA “There Would Definitely Be Baking”

    In the twenty-fifth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss Hawkman, “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Gotham” casting news, and Netflix’s plan for upcoming Marvel shows. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of Wonder Woman. Lastly, they give their in-depth thoughts on the 2011-2014 “Wonder Woman” comic book run by Brian Azzarello and Cliff Chiang.

    Legends of Tomorrow’s Hawkman: Falk Hentschel to Debut on Arrow/Flash | Variety

    Agents of SHIELD: Constance Zimmer to join season 3 as a foil to Phil Coulson | EW.com

    ‘Gotham’ Promotes Drew Powell To Regular In Season 2 | Deadline

    Netflix news: more superheroes, no skin on ‘Kimmy’ | The Seattle Times

    Wonder Woman - Wikipedia

    Wonder Woman (2011-) Digital Comics - Comics by comiXology
    (The run discussed in this episode encompasses the first six Collected Editions, which collect the first 35 monthly issues plus occasional Special issues. The collections and individual issues can also be found in iTunes/iBooks, the Amazon Kindle store, and elsewhere.)
    1 hr 20 min
  • Episode 24: Ants, Or The Men Thereof
    AKA “He’s Worth A Lot Of Helms”

    In the twenty-fourth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss new “Flash”, “Arrow”, and “Legends of Tomorrow” news, and dissect the trailer for the new James Bond movie, “SPECTRE”. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Lastly, after a Spoiler Warning is issued, they wrap up the episode with a discussion of Marvel Studios’ latest movie, “Ant-Man”!

    'Arrow' Casting Exclusive: Jeri Ryan To Guest Star On CW Drama | Access Hollywood

    'Arrow' Casts DC Villain Baron Blitzkrieg for Season 4 - Hollywood Reporter

    Hawkman May Fly By "Flash," "Arrow" Before Landing In "Legends Of Tomorrow" - Comic Book Resources

    ‘DC’s Legends of Tomorrow’ Showrunner Compares Series To ‘Ocean’s 11′

    SPECTRE - Official Trailer - November 6 - YouTube

    Ant-Man (film) - Wikipedia
    1 hr 30 min
  • Episode 24: Ants, Or The Men Thereof
    AKA “He’s Worth A Lot Of Helms”

    In the twenty-fourth episode, Trevor and Julia discuss new “Flash”, “Arrow”, and “Legends of Tomorrow” news, and dissect the trailer for the new James Bond movie, “SPECTRE”. Then, in the Pop Quiz segment, Trevor tests Julia’s knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Lastly, after a Spoiler Warning is issued, they wrap up the episode with a discussion of Marvel Studios’ latest movie, “Ant-Man”!

    'Arrow' Casting Exclusive: Jeri Ryan To Guest Star On CW Drama | Access Hollywood

    'Arrow' Casts DC Villain Baron Blitzkrieg for Season 4 - Hollywood Reporter

    Hawkman May Fly By "Flash," "Arrow" Before Landing In "Legends Of Tomorrow" - Comic Book Resources

    ‘DC’s Legends of Tomorrow’ Showrunner Compares Series To ‘Ocean’s 11′

    SPECTRE - Official Trailer - November 6 - YouTube

    Ant-Man (film) - Wikipedia
    1 hr 30 min
  • Episode 23: All The News Happened
    AKA “Surrounded By Pineapples”

    In the twenty-third episode, Trevor and Julia — freshly returned from vacation — discuss their Top Ten news stories from San Diego Comic-Con 2015.

    Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice - Comic-Con Trailer [HD] - YouTube

    SDCC: "Batman v. Superman" Takes Spotlight, "Green Lantern Corps" Announced - Comic Book Resources

    Ben Affleck & DC’s Geoff Johns Working On Stand-Alone ‘Batman’ Film: Comic Con | Deadline

    SDCC: New Details for "Flash," "Arrow" and "Supergirl" Announced at WBTV/DC Panel - Comic Book Resources

    Sherlock: A First Look at the Sherlock Special - YouTube

    SDCC: Timm Announces "Batman: The Killing Joke" as Next Animated Project - Comic Book Resources

    SDCC: Morrison, DC Announce "Multiversity Too," "Batman: Black & White" OGNs - Comic Book Resources

    SDCC: Milestone Media Returns to DC Comics as "Earth-M" - Comic Book Resources

    Joss Whedon is creating a new comic book for Dark Horse | EW.com
    1 hr 11 min
  • Episode 23: All The News Happened
    AKA “Surrounded By Pineapples”

    In the twenty-third episode, Trevor and Julia — freshly returned from vacation — discuss their Top Ten news stories from San Diego Comic-Con 2015.

    Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice - Comic-Con Trailer [HD] - YouTube

    SDCC: "Batman v. Superman" Takes Spotlight, "Green Lantern Corps" Announced - Comic Book Resources

    Ben Affleck & DC’s Geoff Johns Working On Stand-Alone ‘Batman’ Film: Comic Con | Deadline

    SDCC: New Details for "Flash," "Arrow" and "Supergirl" Announced at WBTV/DC Panel - Comic Book Resources

    Sherlock: A First Look at the Sherlock Special - YouTube

    SDCC: Timm Announces "Batman: The Killing Joke" as Next Animated Project - Comic Book Resources

    SDCC: Morrison, DC Announce "Multiversity Too," "Batman: Black & White" OGNs - Comic Book Resources

    SDCC: Milestone Media Returns to DC Comics as "Earth-M" - Comic Book Resources

    Joss Whedon is creating a new comic book for Dark Horse | EW.com
    1 hr 11 min
  • Megasode 4: A Shark Does Not A Riddle Make
    AKA “WIRELESS MODEM”

    In the fourth mega-episode, Trevor and Julia continue their journey through the classic 1992 cartoon “Batman: The Animated Series” with the second chunk of 28 episodes.

    Batman: The Animated Series - Wikipedia

    List of Batman: The Animated Series episodes - Wikipedia
    59 min
  • Megasode 4: A Shark Does Not A Riddle Make
    AKA “WIRELESS MODEM”

    In the fourth mega-episode, Trevor and Julia continue their journey through the classic 1992 cartoon “Batman: The Animated Series” with the second chunk of 28 episodes.

    Batman: The Animated Series - Wikipedia

    List of Batman: The Animated Series episodes - Wikipedia
    59 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!