The time has come for us to discuss the biggest film of 2018 so far: Black Panther! The global phenomenon has been all everyone has been talking about, so we dive into the film and strip it bare in true N-Erd Council style! From T'Challa's kingly traits to Shuri's use of comedy, we give our honest reviews of the film's various aspects and themes and look at how just impactful it has been!Also in this episode, Timi takes a dig at flat earthers, Ryan discusses the marketability of Harley Quinn, Imbran defends Kevin Feige and Ludo thinks he's on The X-Factor!Website: www.thenerdcouncil.co.ukTwitter: @TheNerdCouncil_Instagram: @TheNerdCouncilTime stamps:1:30 - Poll Results5:39 - Nerd News44:00 - F**k Barry Allen48:50 - Main Discussion - Black Panther1:40:55 - One For The Collection1:43:52 - Questions, Closing Comments & Announcements

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All rise for the honourable members of The N-Eerd Council! We are back with another great episode for you guys! After attending the European Premiere of Black Panther, Ludo & Timi are here to give a spoiler free review of the most talked about movie of 2018 so far! This week, we are discussing streaming services, especially how they pertain to comic books and if they effect future issues of certain characters & their popularity!Twitter: @TheNerdCouncil_Instagram: @TheNerdCouncilTime stamps:0:40 - Poll Results2:32 - Black Panther European Premiere Review8:08 - Nerd News28:50 - Main Discussion - Discussion on Streaming Services53:40 - Questions, Closing Comments & Announcements

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And the Academy Award goes to...We are back with our sophomore episode of 2018! This week we discuss the 2018 nominations for the 60th Academy Awards aka The Oscars! With so many great films up for awards this year, we thought it only right to add our two pence to the conversation! Also in this episode, Imbran thinks the MCU version of Magneto can't be white, Ryan debunks theories on the Soul Stone, Ludo forgets his lines, and Timi wedges in more Harry Potter stuff! Twitter: @TheNerdCouncil_Instagram: @TheNerdCouncilTime stamps:1:30 - Poll Results4:40 - Nerd News47:00 - Main Discussion - The 2018 Oscars1:04:09 - One For The Collection1:11:30 - Questions, Closing Comments & Announcements

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The Council are back for our first episode of the new year and things are getting heated in the studio! There is a lot to look forward to in 2018 and we do cover a few treasures that we think you guys should look out for this year! However the main bulk of this episode is dedicated to Star Wars: The Last Jedi! The latest film in the George Lucas franchise is examined, stripped down and gone over with a fine tooth comb! Timi stands his ground as a true 90's kid, Ludo sticks it on Ryan more than usual, Imbran defends his force bubble and Ryan brings the agenda once again!*Please excuse the static in the background*Time stamps:1:40 - Poll Results4:25 - Nerd News33:50 - F**k Barry Allen36:28 - Main Discusion Pt. 1 - Star Wars: The Last Jedi1:04:08 - Main Discusion Pt. 2 - 2018 Nerd Content1:19:33 - Questions, Closing Comments & Announcements

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It's time for another episode from The N-Erd Council and our first one with a guest! We had the pleasure of having Stephanie, owner of NNE Saga, in the studio to help us discuss The Punisher Netflix series and the new Justice League film! This episode is chucked full of spoilers so listen to it at your own discretion! Ryan demands Adam Warlock makes an appearance, Stephanie looks to replace Ludo, Timi is not impressed by Captain Marvel, Imbran is still defending The Inhumans show and Ludo reveals his inconsistencies!Time stamps:1:00 - Interview with Stephanie of NNE Saga9:40 - Poll Results13:40 - Nerd News48:20 - F**k Barry Allen52:41 - Main Discusion Pt. 1 - Punisher1:07:44 - Main Discusion Pt. 2 - Justice League1:50:3 - Questions & Closing Comments

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Stop...Hammer Time! Thor: Ragnarok has been getting rave reviews so its only fair that The Council comes together to give our own opinions on the MCU's latest blockbuster feature! Marvel's newest comedic spin on Thor had us pretty apprehensive beforehand but turned out to be a worthwhile film! If you haven't watched it yet we suggest you avoid this episode till you do! Timi gets his X-Men/MCU theory destroyed, Imbran succumbs to the agenda, Ludo decides not to drop bars this week and Ryan drops several spoilers for Infinity War!Time stamps:1:05 - Nerd News34:54 - F**k Barry Allen37:42 - Main Discusion - Thor: Ragnarok- Infinity War Spoiler Alert (50:50 - 52:03)- Infinity War Spoiler Alert (56:15 - 56:32)- Infinity War Spoiler Alert (1:02:15 - 1:02:30)1:09:05 - MCU/Infinity War Discussion1:32:55 - Closing Comments

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We close off October with another Black History Month special where we celebrate blackness within Nerd culture! We expand the discussion on Nerd Blackness with bringing discussion points based on anime, black women and black nerdiness throughout the diaspora! Imbran breaks down the MCU timeline, Ryan has no time for animated movies, Ludo addresses whitewashing and Timi expresses his love for afrofuturism once again! Time stamps:1:30 - Nerd News48:30 - F**k Barry Allen57:19 - Main Discusion - BHM Special pt. 21:34:00 - Closing Comments

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October this year marks 30 years of Black History Month celebrations in the UK and we've decided to channel the ancestors, adorn some native print and bring you a Black History Month special where we celebrate blackness within Nerd culture! We discuss the need for black characters to have certain stories, why so many have lighting based powers and give praise to the black characters that we have grown to love and admire. Ryan continues his anti MCU agenda, Timi calls out James Cameron on his BS, Imbran comes with some lyrical prowess an Ludo praises the new Star Trek series! Enjoy!Time stamps:1:54 - Nerd News33:38 - F**k Barry Allen36:13 - Main Discusion - BHM Special pt. 21:28:00 - Closing Comments

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It’s a comic book episode this week! Back in 2016, the DC Universe got bit of a polish and shine and went from 'The New 52' to what is now called "The DC Rebirth"! The Rebirth is a great place to start for all those looking to read DC comics so be ready to take notes! The Bat Family, Superman’s son, Aquaman’s struggles and a lot more get discussed in this week, so chill and enjoy! Also this week, Timi demands respect for Stan Lee, Ryan doesn’t think there is space for the X-Men in the MCU, Imbran “G Checks” a few council members and Ludo likens Supergirl to a hillbilly!Time stamps:1:40 - Poll Results2:32 - Nerd News31:15 - F**k Barry Allen35:20 - Main Discusion - DC Rebirth1:10:40 - Closing Comments

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Charge up your chakras, grab your Japanese phrase book and cook up some Ramen! In this week's episode we ask: "Has Anime Gotten Worse Over Time?". We give our opinions and thoughts on anime over the last three decades so stay tuned! Imbran praises the latest casting for the new Shazam film, Ludo is unimpressed by an origin movie, Timi insists dragons breath ice and Ryan gives us his take on actors and minority roles! Enjoy!Time stamps:1:15 - Poll Results4:06 - Nerd News18:45 - F**k Barry Allen20:35 - Main Discusion - Has Anime Gotten Worse Over Time?45:42 - Listener Questions & Closing Comments

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