Episodes

Join Sarah and Will as they uncover the intricate layers of House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 4, "Tumbleton." This episode thrusts Rhaenyra into a precarious position as Ormund's invasion forces her to navigate the treacherous waters of power and legitimacy. The duo delves into the complex dynamics of the Small Council, highlighting the pivotal role of Grandmaester Orwyle, who emerges as an unexpected MVP in Rhaenyra's court. As they explore the themes of manipulation and allegiance, Sara...

James T. Kirk is one of Starfleet's greatest captains, but what was he like as a (spoiler)? Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 is about to explore a chapter of Kirk's life that's never been shown on screen before. In this edition of Last Week in Star Trek, Will breaks down the major Strange New Worlds reveal, what it means for Kirk's character, and how the showrunners plan to add to the story without rewriting canon. Plus, details on the upcoming Star Trek Universe panel at San Diego Comic-C...

Join Sarah and Will as they dive into the thrilling world of X-Men 97 Season 2, discussing Episodes 1 and 2: "Days of Future Past Part One" and "A Force to be Reckoned With." They explore the rich storytelling that picks up seamlessly from Season 1, focusing on the emotional arcs of Cyclops, Jean Grey, and the introduction of Cable. In this episode, the duo delves into themes of destiny, family ties, and the weight of time travel as they analyze the character dynamics and intense moments that u...

Welcome back to the Scene N Nerd Podcast! In this episode, "Governing Is Harder Than Conquering," we dive headfirst into House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 3, aptly titled "Rhaenyra Triumphant." Sarah and Will unpack the immense pressures Rhaenyra faces as she attempts to rule King's Landing, discovering that the reality of governance is far more challenging than she, or perhaps any of us, anticipated. Rhaenyra's Royal Challenges and Economic Realities The core of this episode's discuss...

On this episode of the Scene N Nerd Podcast, we dive deep into the highly anticipated Supergirl film, but our excitement quickly turned to disappointment. Sarah and Will, eager to embrace the latest DC offering, found themselves critiquing a project that felt fundamentally flawed from its core. A Major Misfire: Dissecting the Supergirl Film's Failures From the outset, it was clear this Supergirl movie was more than just a minor stumble; it was a significant misfire. We felt a palpable disconne...

Sarah and Will break down House of the Dragon S3E2, "Queen's Landing," and one scene has Will literally jumping out of his chair. This episode is about grief and consequence. Rhaenyra's bloody march to the Iron Throne is not a triumph; it's a horror. We unpack every moment: Jace's body returned to Dragonstone, Daemon's calculating return from Harrenhal, Alicent's devastating encounter with Sir Jasper, and the iconic image of bloody footsteps leading to the throne. Want to keep the conversa...

Anson Mount is returning as Batman in the animated Knightfall trilogy — and Strange New Worlds Season 4 just dropped its trailer. Plus: new Trek merch you'll actually want to own. Welcome back to Blerd Trek: Last Week in Star Trek for the week ending June 27, 2026. This week, the boundary between Starfleet and Gotham got a whole lot thinner. Anson Mount (Captain Pike) is reprising his role as the Dark Knight in Batman: Knightfall Part 1, an animated trilogy adapting one of the most iconic ...

Welcome back to Westeros! In this thrilling episode of Scene N Nerd, Sarah and Will dive into the highly anticipated Season 3 premiere of House of the Dragon, titled "Salt and Sea Fire." After a two-year hiatus, the duo reflects on the show's return and the evolving dynamics of the Targaryens as they navigate the treacherous waters of power, loyalty, and family drama. ⚔️ Team Green vs. Team Black The episode kicks off with a deep dive into the factions at play, as Rhaenyra positions hersel...

Spider-Noir gets DARK in Episodes 5-8 — and we are HERE for it. 🕷️ The dynamic duo breaks down the second half of Season 1: Ben Reilly's disturbing origin story is finally revealed, Cat's brutal betrayal, the body horror of Episode 6, Nic Cage fully unleashed, and one of the best bar fight sequences we've seen on TV this year. ⚠️ FULL SPOILERS for Spider-Noir S1 Episodes 5-8 📌 Topics Covered: → Ep 5 – Ben Reilly's true origin (it's not a radioactive spider) → Ep 6 – The torture sequence...

This week on Scene N Nerd, Sarah and Will dive deep into the latest episodes of Spider Noir, tackling episodes two through four. As the plot thickens, they explore whether the show maintains its initial charm or if the web is starting to unravel. With the introduction of new characters like Cat Hardy and Tombstone, the stakes rise as Ben Reilly navigates through a complex web of mystery, history, and 1930s societal issues. 🕷️ EPISODE 2 — TREAD LIGHTLY The duo discusses the grounded storytelli...