This week’s episode covers some exciting trailer reactions, a deep dive into a highly anticipated sci-fi adaptation, and a fun debate about which apocalyptic worlds we might actually survive in.

In Trailer Talk, we react to several new trailers including Wild Horse 9, the live-action remake of Moana, and the upcoming HBO television adaptation of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. We break down our first impressions, what these projects might bring to their franchises, and what has us most curious moving forward.

Our featured discussion focuses on Project Hail Mary. We talk about the premise, the hype surrounding the adaptation, and what makes the story such an exciting entry in modern science fiction.

In Let’s Talk About This Now, the conversation turns into a fun hypothetical: which apocalyptic movie worlds would we actually have the best chance of surviving in? From chaos-filled wastelands to quieter end-of-the-world scenarios, we debate which cinematic disasters might be survivable and which would end us immediately.

And in What We’re Into, Ed has been watching Last One Laughing and shares his thoughts on the comedy competition series.

Another fun episode filled with movie talk, trailer reactions, and a few wild survival debates along the way.

00:00 - Intro

02:30 - Wild Horse Nine Trailer

10:55 - Moana Trailer

18:20 - Harry Potter Trailer

42:45 - MFK (New Girl Edition)

47:00 - Project Hail Mary Review

01:13:45 - Post Apocalyptic Survival

01:19:05 - Last One Laughing

This week’s episode blends awards-season reactions, blockbuster trailer hype, and some real-life conversations about tech, habits, and gaming. From Oscars buzz to the future of movie theaters, it’s a wide-ranging and fun discussion.

We kick things off with an Oscars recap, including a big win for Michael B. Jordan taking Best Actor, and what that moment means for his career and the industry. We also dive into a growing industry trend: movie studios aiming for shorter theatrical windows, with many films now staying in theaters for 5–7 weekends. We discuss what that means for audiences, theaters, and streaming.

In Trailer Talk, we react to two huge releases: Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Dune Part 3, sharing our thoughts on what these films are setting up.

Then in Let’s Talk About This Now, we get into social media habits, AI as a tool vs a crutch, and the best video game controllers.

A balanced episode mixing big entertainment moments with thoughtful conversation and a few fun debates along the way.

00:00 - Intro

00:13 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer

17:46 - Dune Part 3 Trailer

27:55 - Michael B Jordan Oscar at In and Out

30:10 - Theatrical Windows

33:30 - Instagram Features (Double Speed)

39:16 - Instagram Stories

49:20 - PlayStation Controllers

1:00:30 - Chat GPT

1:08:30 - Marty Supreme - Quick Rewatch

1:09:55 - OLED

This week, Edward is flying solo for a short, sweet, and slightly unhinged one-man Punch Drunk Nerd episode!

First up, Netflix’s Beef is back for season 2 with a stacked cast including Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, Cailee Spaeny, and Charles Melton — and honestly? It sounds messy in the best way possible.

Then I settle an ongoing group chat debate once and for all: which awards show actually carries more weight these days — the BAFTAs or the Oscars? That naturally spirals into some early Oscar predictions, possible surprise wins, and why the whole thing is still kind of a glorified popularity contest anyway.

After that, we get into a review of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride starring Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale. Is it a bold, stylish reimagining of Bride of Frankenstein… or just a gorgeous movie full of half-baked ideas?

And before we wrap, I shout out The Secret Agent (one of the last Best Picture nominees on the watchlist) and gushes over Gorillaz’ new album The Mountain, including some standout tracks and why it might be their best since Plastic Beach.

All that and more on this week’s awkward-but-lovely solo episode of Punch Drunk Nerd.

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - Beef Season 2 Trailer

2:05 - BAFTA vs Oscars

15:42 - The Bride! Review

21:15 - Gorillaz New Album (The Mountain)

This week we’re coming in hot and fresh (ish) with McDonald's much buzzed about Arch Burger!

Is it as good as the company’s CEO made it look? Or is it a bad product (burger?)?

Then we take a first look at Amazon’s God of War series, we get a release update on Godzilla: Minus Zero, and we get a surprise trailer for Scary Movie 6!

All that news and more before we head into our feature discussion this week, reviewing the latest GoT hit series, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms! How does it hold up to previous, or ongoing GoT shows? And furthermore, is it a comedy?

We’re joined by regular guest.

00:00 - McDonald’s Arch Burger Taste Test

21:30 - Netflix Update

24:00 - God of War - TV First Look

26:30 - Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake

27:44 - Scary Movie Trailer Reaction

31:40 - Lanterns Trailer Drop

35:34 - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (Season 1 Review)

This week’s episode covers awards-season buzz, HBO fantasy hype, and cult comedy chaos.We kick things off with a BAFTA Awards review, breaking down the biggest wins, surprises, and how the results are shaping the awards season conversation.In Trailer Talk, we react to the House of the Dragon Season 3 trailer, digging into tone, scale, and what the next chapter of the Targaryen story is setting up.Our feature discussion is a spoiler-free review of Nirvana The Band The Show The Movie, exploring its comedy style, fan payoff, and whether it works for both longtime fans and new viewers.And in What We’re Into:Ed is watching Pillion and a super secret showLuis is revisiting Euphoria Season 1A fun mix of awards talk, franchise hype, and cult film energy.00:00 - Intro4:15 - BAFTA and Awards12:15 - Kalshi Betting24:10 - Criterion Collection Updates41:35 - Avengers Doomsday IMAX Delay52:10 - Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie - Experience1:34:30 - Pillion1:46:10 - What We’re Into

This week, with Episode 199, we discuss the announcement of an untitled John Wick game! Can it hit like the movies?

Plus we have new trailers for Spider-Noir, the new Sony/Amazon prime series starring Nicholas Cage (and, god willing, Spider-Pig), and Lee Cronin’s unnerving take on The Mummy!

Then we play FMK (if you have to ask). The subject? Potatoes. Did we unlock a new segment for future episodes? We’ll have to see…

Then we wrap with Ed’s hot take on “Wuthering Heights”, the latest movie from Emerald Fennell. It might not meet the expectations of fans of the book, but was it a good time at the theater?

Plus Ed gives some thoughts on season 2 of Euphoria and Miguel gives us the latest update on his MCU rewatch journey. And Luis is bursting to discuss Nirvana the Band the Show the Movie! Will Miguel catch it in theaters?! We can only hope.

All that and more this week, be sure to check it out and don’t forget to like, subscribe and follow, wherever you find your podcasts, on social media and Youtube. Leave a comment!

00:00 - Intro

08:15 - Spider Noir Trailer

11:30 - Lee Cronin’s The Mummy Trailer

15:55 - Marry, F, Kill - Food + Franchises

37:40 - MCU Rewatch

51:20 - “Wuthering Heights”

58:50 - Euphoria Catchup

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00:00 - Super Bowl Stuff

00:45 - Send Help Review

This week: We get our first, official looks at the fab four, the star-studded cast of The Beatles, in full get-up! Which one is the most uncanny? Which one is still raising questions?

We also get a look at the 2026 release slate for Appletv, including season 2 of Monarch, season 4 of Ted Lasso, Margot’s Got Money Troubles, and a new Cape Fear series!

Plus we get the first official trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2, but does it still have the bite of the first film?

Then we wonder why the hell are we seeing all the superbowl ads and trailers before the actual superbowl?! Where’s the anticipation, where’s the mystery? Why bother watching if we get to see it days before? We debate this most serious of offences.

And, of course, we catch up on what we’re into, from HBO’s The Pitt, to Euphoria, to the latest MCU show, Wonder Man. And we get an update on Miguel’s MCU rewatch, leading up to Doomsday!

All that and more, so don’t miss this episode and don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow and comment on our podcast, we’re glad to have you!

00:00 - Intro

01:05 - The Beatles

14:00 - Apple TV 2026 Shows

25:10 - Devil Wears Prada 2

30:50 - Super Bowl Commercials

39:10 - The Pitt50:50 - Marvel Catch Up

1:06:05 - Wonder Man

1:14:45 - Euphoria