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Join The Credible Nerds in our first video podcast as we review Episode 4 of The Bad Batch - Cornered. We discuss the "new" character that is introduced to the series, as well as Omega's importance to the Kaminoans.

Welcome back to Star Wars Apologetics Series 2 - Attack of the Clones Edition! In this episode we will discuss how Anakin loses his mother and his reaction to her murder. We go back to Anakin and Padme and a pivotal moment in their relationship that leads to secrecy on their behalf. We also discuss how Count Dooku deceives the Jedi - by telling them the truth. Thanks for listening to this episode as we explore why we think Star Wars Attack of the Clones is a good Star Wars movie! Check out our other podcast episodes on www.tcn.fm, and go to our website for more Star Wars and more content from other franchises at www.crediblenerds.com.

The Credible Nerds continue with their Bad Batch episode reviews with Episode Two - Cut and Run! We discuss how this episode continues on from the previous episode and what is next for the Bad Batch. Where does the group go now that they are outcasts from their brothers and on the run as wanted clones from the Empire? They go to meet up with another clone who has been in hiding for awhile to regroup. In this episode we are introduced to chain codes for the first time (chronologically) and discuss their impact on the Star Wars galaxy. We discuss where does Omega fit in with this hardened group of soldiers? All this and more in our second episode review of the Bad Batch!Check out all of our Star Wars podcasts and other podcasts on our website: www.CredibleNerds.com

Welcome back to Star Wars Apologetics - The Attack of the Clones Edition! Marc and Justin get into the master plan of Darth Sidious and how he was able to start the Clone Wars. Is Darth Sidious the most powerful Force user ever? We also talk about the Clone Troopers and what their role is in the Galactic Conflict. Are they saviors for the Republic or do they help usher in it's downfall? We discuss that and more!Make sure to check out or website for more Star Wars discussions and other franchise content! www.crediblenerds.com

Welcome to our second season and series of Star Wars Apologetics! In this Season we will tackle Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones. This episode Marc and Justin talk about the two most important relationships in the Prequel Trilogy and arguably the Star Wars Saga - Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi as well as Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala. We talk about how Anakin and Obi-Wan's relationship was more than just Master and Padawan and while that had some benefits, ultimately it was their downfall. Marc talks about how in some ways the failure of this relationship is Obi-Wan's. We also talk about how Anakin and Padme's relationship came to fruition here in this film. Did it happen too quickly, was it too forced, or did it work onscreen? We get into one of the most controversial aspects of the Prequel trilogy with Anakin and Padme's relationship. Stay tuned for more episodes from Series 2 and why we think Attack of the Clones is a great Star Wars movie.

The Credible Nerds review Episode One of Star Wars The Bad Batch - Aftermath! We discuss how this episode ties into Season Seven of The Clone Wars and the natural progression from that animated series to this new series. We discuss Order 66 and The Bad Batch's role in executing this nefarious Order. We break down the relationship between the newly formed Empire and the Kaminoans and how Tarkin wants to change things up. We are introduced to the Bad Batch in this series, as well as a new character - Omega. We discuss who they are and what their special capabilities are. We talk about who is Omega and her role in the series.Check out all of our Star Wars podcasts and other podcasts on our website: www.CredibleNerds.com

Join The Credible Nerds for a review of Chapter 7 - The Reckoning! Justin, Blake, and Nathan review this penultimate Season One chapter as Mando is contacted by his old buddy Greef Karga wanting to make amends and is willing to cancel the bounty on his head. Will Mando believe Greef Karga? Will he willingly go back to the Guild for another job? Listen and find out!We discuss how obviously it's a trap and how Mando gets out of this one. He recruits past characters, Quill and IG-11, and Cara Dune to help him in case it is a trap.Of course the Bantha poodoo hits the fan in this episode and we break it all down for our listeners. Make sure to check out our previous Mandalorian episodes and our website, crediblenerds.com, for more content!

Join The Credible Nerds for a review of Chapter 6 - The Prisoner! Justin, Blake, and Nathan review this chapter as we are introduced to Mando's old gang who he used to run with back in his wild days. We follow Mando and the gang as they have to pull off a heist and break an old colleague out of prison. We discuss the Mando's past and how he has moved on and grown as a person since then and how Baby Yoda is a positive influence on our hero. Will Mando be able to pull off the job and fulfill his role in this heist? And of course, there's a double cross, so how will Mando get out of this one?Make sure to check out our previous Mandalorian episodes and our website, crediblenerds.com, for more content!

The Credible Nerds are back in the MCU! Marc, Justin, and Kimball break down Spider-Man: No Way Home and how awesome it is! We discuss major spoilers in this episode, so you have been warned. We discuss the villains from previous Spider-Man films and how they are able to show up in this version of Spider-Man. We discuss how the previous Spider-Man films impact this one and how Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield's Peter Parker/Spider-Man are able to influence Tom Holland's Spider-Man. Also we discuss how Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse also has an impact on this film. We discuss how Loki, Dr. Strange: Into the Multiverse of Madness, Venom, and Morbius relate to the events of this film.

We review Episode One of The Wheel of Time on Amazon Prime. As avid readers of the book series, we discuss how the books compare to the show. There are lots we liked about the show and there are things that we don't. We aren't prepared for what's coming!!Welcome to our group therapy session as we discuss this first episode, Leavetaking. Inevitably we compare the series to the books, but strive to find the good of both and fairly criticize what we like and don't like.

The Credible Nerds are back in the MCU! Marc, Justin, and Kimball break down this Phase 4 MCU film: Eternals. We see more of the Celestials and learn more about their role in the MCU and how they are managing and cultivating the Universe and it's survival.We are introduced to Eternals and Deviants and how they are involved in Earth's long history. We discuss the Eternal's mission and why they would deviate from that mission all because of the humans. We analyze how this film fits in to the broader MCU and does it do a good job of sticking with what we've seen so far? Marc also brings up Les Miserables and how it can help explain a key moment in this film. We also discuss the two after credit scenes and how they could propel the story forward and how they connect to the broader MCU storyline.

Our alter ego, The Fourth Ta'veren, is back with your hosts Justin, Marc, and special guest Kyle. An official trailer has been released with more content and clues as to what will be in this new Amazon Prime series. We break down the recently released Wheel of Time trailer! We discuss what we liked about it, what we think will be different from the books, and what the visual clues we are seeing in the trailer mean for the characters and the show.We also bring up the question - Who trained Logain? How did he get to be strong enough to proclaim himself the Dragon Reborn? Will the show address this?Listen in and let us know what you think!

Our alter ego, The Fourth Ta'veren, is back with your hosts Justin, Marc, and special guest Kyle. There is finally a trailer for the show! We break down the recently released Wheel of Time teaser trailer! We discuss what we liked about it, what is missing from the trailer, and what we want to see in the second trailer.

Just kidding! There's one more episode in this Series One - The Bonus Features!In this last episode, Episode 15, of Star Wars Apologetics Series 1: The Phantom Menace Harry and I talk all things Star Wars. From The Phantom Menace to Rise of Skywalker and everything in between. We discuss what we like about Star Wars and how the different movies all have good things about them. Make sure to check out The Credible Nerds: Nerd Nation for exclusive content and behind the scenes conversations not available anywhere else! As a member of Nerd Nation you will get this episode as well as the bonus content not found on our regular podcast feed.

Listen to The Credible Nerds discuss Episode 14 of Star Wars Apologetics Series 1: The Phantom Menace! This new series will address reasons why The Credible Nerds believe that The Phantom Menace is great Star Wars. Each episode will address one topic and how the topic is important and improves the Star Wars Skywalker Saga. This first series is about The Phantom Menace, then we will work our way through the rest of the films and end with Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.We close out this first series of Star Wars Apologetics with one of the most controversial characters in Star Wars - Jar Jar Binks! We talk about why we like him, what we don't like, and why he's important to the movie. We also talk about the soundtrack to The Phantom Menace and what we love about it. Then we move in to how The Phantom Menace was released again in theaters in the 3D format. I was able to see it a couple of times and I give my opinion on what I thought of the 3D version.Make sure to check out The Credible Nerds: Nerd Nation for exclusive content and behind the scenes conversations not available anywhere else! As a member of Nerd Nation you will get this episode as well as the bonus content not found on our regular podcast feed.

First off, I want to apologize for the audio quality of this episode. There is an echo from the initial recording that I didn't realize was there until after we were done recording. I tried to edit it so it would sound better, but couldn't really fix it. Listen to The Credible Nerds discuss Episode 13 of Star Wars Apologetics Series 1: The Phantom Menace! This new series will address reasons why The Credible Nerds believe that The Phantom Menace is great Star Wars. Each episode will address one topic and how the topic is important and improves the Star Wars Skywalker Saga. This first series is about The Phantom Menace, then we will work our way through the rest of the films and end with Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.Justin and Harry talk about the Final Battle in this movie. There's an epic space battle over the planet Naboo between the Naboo and the Trade Federation, there's a hard fought ground battle between the Gungan's and the battle droids of the Trade Federation, and to top it all off there's a Duel of the Fates between a Sith Lord and two heroic Jedi! Who will win and who will die? Make sure to check out The Credible Nerds: Nerd Nation for exclusive content and behind the scenes conversations not available anywhere else! As a member of Nerd Nation you will get this episode as well as the bonus content not found on our regular podcast feed.

In this episode we have the final audio clip from the Rhythm of War Release Party from November 2021. Brandon starts off by talking about his charity, the Lightweaver Foundation and that his sister, Jane is in charge of that. Jane talks about what to look for in the future from the Lightweaver Foundation. Make sure you check out their website for more info, www.lightweaver.org.Brandon answers some fan questions:What will you do after Cosmere is finished?In regards to Wit and his stories, how do they relate across the different books?With the structure of the Cosmere - is being tweaked and changed as you move forward? Brandon talks about the risk of burnout and how he manages it. He talks about what he calls the "Brandon almost goes insane Era" during 2007-2015 - when he wrote 3 Wheel of Time books, 2 Stormlight Archive books, and other books too.Brandon then reads from a story he had on his website for awhile, I Hate Dragons, an unfinished novel from the early 2010’s.There are more questions from fans that he answers:What is the longest amount of time you've spent writing in one sitting while writing this series?What culture inspired the Horneaters?What’s your favorite and perhaps lesser known fantasy series? Since metal born siblings can end up with different powers, what about twins?What are the most surprising reactions from fans about the characters you've created?Out of all the characters created which one do you personify/relate the most with?How do you balance your already established series' with the new series you’re creating?Brandon then spends time talking about his writing future and how he will manage it going forward as there are a lot of stories left to tell.And finally, he reads from the unnamed (it won’t be Seventh of the Dusk) sequel to Sixth of the Dusk - which takes place during the Space Age of the Cosmere. He states that we won’t see these ideas for awhile, and they are not yet canon. End of Release Party

Part Two of audio from Brandon Sanderson's Release Party for Book Four of The Stormlight Archive: The Rhythm of War. We hear from one of the artists of the series - Isaac Stewart. Isaac talks about the design process for the cover of the book featuring Shallan and Shadesmar. He talks about the collaborative process with Ben McSweeney and Michael Whelan as they created the cover art.There is also audio from an interview with Michael Whelan about his part in the creation of the cover art. (about 22:40 mins)Isaac talks about the creation of the different Radiant spren and the collaboration with Ben McSweeney. (27:45 )Isaac brings up the creation of the end covers inside the book. The came up the ideas about drawing the Heralds and how they came up with idea for the 10 Heralds and commissioning the art to different artists. (32:00)The artist, Howard Lyon , discusses the creation process for the Herald's Pailiah and Kalak. (35:25) You can see the artwork on Howard's website. There is audio from a video that was pre-recorded for the release party featuring the artist, Magali Villeneuve, who also created original artwork of the Heralds Pailiah and Kalak. (40:10)Isaac talks about the backend papers that were created by Karla Ortiz. She created prints for Nale - the Herald of Justice, and Chanarach - the Herald of the Order of the Dustbringers. You can see the prints on her website and also order your own copies! Click on the above links to see them. (43:45)Isaac talks about the creation of the art depicting the atrium of Urithiru and the new viewpoint icons. (52:20)Dan Dos Santos drew the fashion plates artwork for the book. There is audio from a video with Dan Dos Santos. (54:30)Isaac talks about how Kelly Harris created the Navani sketchbook artwork. (1:00)Isaac talks about the creation of the maps for this book and how it relates to Dr. Who. (1:01:50)

Audio from Brandon Sanderson's Release Party for Book Four of The Stormlight Archive: The Rhythm of War. Brandon introduces his team. Brandon answers some fan questions to kill time. Brandon talks about the books that didn't make it, that didn't get published. He also talks about the struggles of getting this book published due to the pandemic. He breaks down his career into four different areas. Part One: The Early Days of Brandon Sanderson. How he picked projects to write. Brandon reads Chapter One from his 5th novel, The Sixth Incarnation of Pandora, that was actually an inspiration for a scene that bubbled up from his unconscious and got written into Rhythm of War, as well as some other stories. (34 min mark)Part Two: The Early Part of Brandon's Actual Career (51 min mark)At about the 59:20 mark Brandon reads from the Liar of Partonel (sp?) the backstory of Hoid, which deals with how Hoid became Hoid. This is a unfinished book that he will have to rewrite and it is unknown if he will ever release it. He says it's one of the worst books he's ever written. Brandon says that some of the chapters are on his website to read.Brandon says he is planning on re-writing Hoid's backstory after he finishes Book 10 of The Stormlight Archive.Make sure to listen to the next part of the Rhythm of War Release Party in Episode 52!

Zack Snyder has had two big releases this year - ZS Justice League and Army of the Dead. We discuss Justice League and our thoughts on this 4 hour film, is it worth watching?It's been a long time since we've had a bunch of new movies that will be released in theaters soon. We review some trailers for new movies coming out soon!We review the trailers for:Army of the DeadShang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten RingsVenom: Let There Be CarnageWe also discuss some new Wheel of Time video footage that has been released of Lan and Moraine. We talk about this series and what we'd like to see regarding the Aes Sedai weaves and the sword fighting forms and how they would be portrayed onscreen. We discuss some new news about the Cosmere, with Wax and Wayne 4 being written as well as the timeline for The Stormlight Archive Book 5 and beyond. Lots of nerd goodness packed into this episode! Check it out!For more bonus content, make sure to join and sign up for our premium service - The Credible Nerds: Nerd Nation. You will get extended episodes and bonus content!