Not Quite Nerds

Seventeen years in the making — a friendship born from a shared love of geekdom. From late-night debates to midnight releases, our bond has only grown deeper. Now, each week, we dive into the swirling cosmos of pop culture, unpacking the latest in film, TV, games, and the many nuances that make up our personal corner of the Nerdverse. Welcome to your new favorite ritual.

Episodes

Dec 4, 2025

1 hr 20 min

In this week’s episode, we dive deep into Stranger Things Season 5 (Part 1) unpacking every tense moment, emotional punch, and upside-down twist so far.
And because it wouldn’t be Not Quite Nerds without it… we go all-in on our wildest theories about where the season might head next. Some make sense. Some are unhinged. All are very us.
Grab your Eggos, it’s theory time.
 
#StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #Podcast #NotQuiteNerds #GeekCulture #FanTheories

Dec 4, 2025

1 hr 20 min

Nov 27, 2025

1 hr 23 min

🎙️ Episode 17: Marvel Madness Levels Up & Stranger Things Deep Dive 🕷️⚔️⚡
Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness is finally hitting the good stuff and this week she’s diving into Deadpool and Spider-Man: Homecoming! Did she love them? Did she yell at them? Did she cry? (…probably.)
Then we switch gears and go full nerd mode with a deep dive into Stranger Things so far, the characters, the twists, the heartbreak, and the theories we wish would happen. 🧇🩸👾
It’s chaotic, nostalgic, and very Not Quite Nerds.

Nov 27, 2025

1 hr 23 min

Nov 20, 2025

1 hr 8 min

🎙️ Episode 16: Marvel Madness, Musical Alternatives & A Touch of Who 🎶🦸‍♀️
With Luch out of action, Matt and Mallory hold down the fort as we dive back into Mallory’s Marvel Madness progress, which heroes impressed, which didn’t, and who made her yell at the screen this week. 👀🔥
But that’s not all!With Wicked: For Good dominating the weekend, our Nerds throw out alternative musical recommendations for anyone looking to avoid the green glitter tornado, from cult classics to underrated gems. 🎭✨
And because it wouldn’t be an episode without it…Yes, Doctor Who gets a mention, and yes, the tangents fly as gloriously as ever. 🚀💙
It’s chaotic, nerdy, and totally us.
#Marvel #Musicals #Wicked #DoctorWho #NotQuiteNerds #Podcast #GeekCulture

Nov 20, 2025

1 hr 8 min

Nov 13, 2025

1 hr 5 min

This week in the Nerdverse, we check back in on Mallory’s Marvel-ous Madness and find out what she really thinks about The Defenders - does the team-up deliver or fall flat? 👊😅
Then it’s time for our brand-new game: “Did Mallory Cry?” 😭🎬(Place your bets now, the odds may surprise you.)
We wrap things up with some Staff Picks you won’t want to miss, from comics to comfort watches and everything in between.
It’s laughter, opinions, and a little emotional chaos, classic Not Quite Nerds! 🎧✨
#Marvel #TheDefenders #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #Podcast #PopCulture #MCU

Nov 13, 2025

1 hr 5 min

Nov 6, 2025

37 min

🗽 Episode 14: Mallory Takes Manhattan (Comic Con Edition!) 🎉
This week, the Nerdverse goes full con mode as Mallory takes us through her adventures at New York Comic Con! 🎟️✨
From epic panels and celebrity encounters to the best cosplay, chaotic crowds, and unforgettable moments, she’s spilling all the geeky details straight from the heart of NYCC. 🤩💥
Matt and Luch live vicariously through her tales (and maybe get a little jealous 👀).
It’s all fandom, fun, and a few convention confessions in Episode 14 of Not Quite Nerds! 🎙️
#NYCC #ComicCon #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #PopCulturePodcast #NerdLife

Nov 6, 2025

37 min

Oct 30, 2025

1 hr 14 min

🎃 Episode 13: Spooky Streams, Marvel Madness & Tangent Terror 👻
It’s Halloween in the Nerdverse! 🕸️🎙️This week, the gang helps Luch get into the spooky spirit by picking out the perfect Halloween TV shows to binge, from eerie classics to modern chill-fests. 📺🧛‍♀️
Of course, Mallory continues her Marvel-ous Madness journey 🦸‍♀️, and we take our traditional detour (or three) into chaotic tangent territory.
It’s all tricks, treats, and nerdy chatter in Episode 13! 🍬✨
#Halloween #SpookySeason #Marvel #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #PopCulturePodcast

Oct 30, 2025

1 hr 14 min

Oct 23, 2025

1 hr 34 min

Mallory’s back on her Marvel-ous Madness mission, and this week, she checks off eight more titles from her ever-growing watchlist! 🦸‍♀️🎬
But things get spicy when she drops a controversial take on Blade 🧛‍♂️😱 will Matt and Luch agree, or will chaos ensue? (Spoiler: it’s us, so chaos definitely ensues.)
Of course, we also wander into a few tangents along the way, because what’s a Not Quite Nerds episode without a little off-track adventure? 🎙️✨
#Marvel #Blade #MCU #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #Podcast #PopCulture

Oct 23, 2025

1 hr 34 min

Oct 16, 2025

1 hr 4 min

🛸 Episode 11: Doctor Who 101 – Mal’s Top 10 for New Whovians 💙
With Luch still away, Matt takes the opportunity to dive deep into the Doctor Who universe with Mal, and she’s had no time to prepare!
From timey-wimey classics to emotional gut punches, Mal shares her Top 10 episodes to introduce new fans to Doctor Who, and explains why each one deserves a spot on your watchlist. 👩‍🚀⏳
It’s a love letter to the TARDIS, packed with laughter, nostalgia, and just enough chaos to make the Doctor proud. 🎙️✨
#DoctorWho #Whovians #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds #Podcast

Oct 16, 2025

1 hr 4 min

Oct 9, 2025

59 min

🎙️ Episode 10: Con Plans, Artist Tips & A Bit of Who 🎙️
With Luch away, Matt and Mal take the helm for a slightly more chaotic adventure through the Nerdverse!
🗽 Mallory runs through the panels she’s booked for New York Comic Con, and Matt shares his pro tips for surviving Artist Alley like a true con veteran. 🎨✨
And because it’s us, there’s also a little detour into Doctor Who talk, because when isn’t there? 🛸💙
It’s a chill, geeky pre-con chat filled with excitement, tangents, and plenty of laughs.
#NYCC #ComicCon #DoctorWho #GeekCulture #NotQuiteNerds

Oct 9, 2025

59 min

Oct 2, 2025

1 hr 1 min

🔥 Episode 9: Street Heroes, Star Wars What-Ifs & Sci-Fi Deep Cuts 🔥
This week in the Nerdverse:👊 We throw down with Daredevil Season 2 — did it live up to the hype?🛡️ We head to Harlem with Luke Cage Season 1 and talk about what made it stand out in Marvel’s Netflix era.🌌 We explore the Star Wars “What Ifs” we’d love to see — because let’s face it, the galaxy far, far away has endless possibilities.📺 And for the Staff Pick, Mallory takes us back to the late 2000s with a sci-fi series you might have missed but should definitely revisit.
It’s Marvel grit, Jedi dreams, and a healthy dose of chaos — all in Episode 9 of Not Quite Nerds! 🎙️
#Daredevil #LukeCage #StarWars #SciFi #NotQuiteNerds #GeekCulture

Oct 2, 2025

1 hr 1 min

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