Nerd Alert Girls
By Nerd Alert Girls
Nerd Alert GirlsJun 30, 2021
Celebrating Nerd Alert Girls' 5th Anniversary
The Nerd Alert Girls are celebrating 5 years and 124 episodes (and counting) of podcasting! Bridgette, Caroline, and Genn discuss our superhero origin stories as Marvel fans, how the podcast first came to be, and our favorite podcast episodes. We've always been a character-driven podcast, and we're leaning into that more than ever with our anniversary episode! We share who we would invite to our Marvel dinner party and give yearbook awards to our favorite characters - from best all-around, to cutest couple, to best hair.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Our origin stories as fans and as a podcast
25:58 - What are our top podcast episodes?
33:55 - Who are our Marvel dinner party guests?
51:13 - Which actors do we want to show up next in Marvel?
1:03:04 - Our Marvel Yearbook Awards
1:44:40 - Final comments and the future of the podcast
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Blade the Vampire Hunter
Before Black Panther, there was Blade. For Black History Month, Caroline takes a look at the Blade film trilogy starring Wesley Snipes. While Blade was essential in paving the way for the MCU, the character hasn’t gotten the attention he deserves. Caroline unpacks the importance of Blade as a Black vampire hunter as she journeys through the complicated history of race in vampire fiction.
Deadpool & Wolverine Trailer Reaction
Deadpool is officially part of the MCU! Genn and Bridgette share their insight on the Deadpool and Wolverine trailer and laugh and speculate as we start the countdown to July. Our beloved Merc with the Mouth tangles with TVA (we Nerd Alert Girls EAGERLY await roasting the Loki series). He's also teaming up (or battling to the immortal, bloody death?) with Wolverine (yeah, we know...calm down).
Howard Stark Deep Dive
Howard Stark has played a supporting role in the stories of Iron Man, Captain America, and Agent Carter, but what is his story? Caroline and Bridgette argue that Howard is a more complex and ultimately tragic character than he’s initially made out to be - both by his son and by fandom.
Cynical and heroic, secretly kind and not-so-secretly in love with Steve, Howard struggles with self-esteem and communication issues all his life. We hypothesize about how Howard and Tony’s vastly different generations, class backgrounds, and emotional needs contribute to their fraught relationship. We also look at Howard’s other relationships throughout the MCU movies and television series. And Bridgette throws in a Pride & Prejudice reference for good measure.
Marvel's Echo Review
We came, we saw, and we loved it. The Nerd Alert Girls finished watching Marvel’s Echo and have MUCH to discuss. This phenomenal show runs the gamut: healing from generational trauma, struggling with estranged family members, and coming into one’s own power. Listen as Bridgette, Genn, and Caroline applaud Alaqua Cox's performance as Maya Lopez, gripe about the Kingpin's roach-like ability to survive anything, and more.
Learn more about Echo:
“Echo Draws Huge Viewership With Streaming Debut on Disney+ and Hulu” on CBR: https://www.cbr.com/echo-premiere-hulu-disney-plus/
“Marvel's Echo: Choctaw Creation Myth & Real World Differences Explained” on Screenrant: https://screenrant.com/marvel-echo-choctaw-creation-myth-differences-explained/
Alaqua Cox’s interview with Variety: https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/echo-alaqua-cox-kingpin-1235865686/
What If...? Season 2 Review
Season 2 of What If…? flips our expectations of who’s a hero and who’s a villain in another inventive slate of episodes. We start our season recap with an overview of themes, including light vs. darkness, the power of friendship, and becoming more than a tool for another person’s ends. Then we do a deep dive analysis for every episode from Nebula Blade Runner, to 80s Avengers, to Marvel Die Hard, to Kahhori in Sky World, and more. We laugh, we cry, we rant! We conclude with a broader look at the series’ place in the MCU and address Sam Wilson’s absence from the series along with fandom hate toward Peggy Carter.
Brace yourselves, because this is the longest episode in the history of Nerd Alert Girls. In our defense, it’s our favorite Marvel series and it got dumped on us all at once over the holidays! We start our episode-by-episode breakdown at the 39:10 timestamp.
Marvel Is Dead (Long Live Marvel)
Headlines are shouting that “The Marvels” was a box office bomb - but what’s going on under the surface? Are the latest Marvel movies and shows as bad as some YouTubers would have us believe? How are the casual Marvel fans looking at the time commitment of a TV show? The Nerd Alert Girls discuss how the pandemic, franchise fatigue, and over-saturation has changed the Marvel landscape since Avengers: Endgame dropped in 2019. We also talk more broadly about the future of Disney and film at large.
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Everyone deserves healthy relationships. If you need help, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 24/7 at www.thehotline.org or 1.800.799.SAFE (7233). You are not alone!
In the midst of the devastating war in Gaza, we at Nerd Alert Girls hope you can take the time to check in with your Jewish and Palestinian friends and stand against both antisemitism and Islamaphobia.
What If...? Season 2 Trailer Reaction
Bridgette, Jenn, and Caroline put on their thinking caps for season 2 of Marvel’s What If…? We hypothesize about who the big bad is this time (Hela and Odin evil duo, anyone?) and discuss Captain Carter’s role as a multiversal protagonist. We also talk about the MCU’s introduction of the Native American character Kahhori.
We have a few ideas (some more lighthearted than others) for a season of What If…? What would yours be?
Learn more about the new character Kahhori: www.themarysue.com/marvel-is-introducing-a-new-original-native-character-to-what-if/
Learn more about the Kanienʼkehá:ka (Mohawk) people at www.native-land.ca/maps/territories/mohawk/.
In the midst of the devastating war in Gaza, we at Nerd Alert Girls hope you can take the time to check in with your Jewish and Palestinian friends and stand against both antisemitism and Islamaphobia.
LA Times - “Newsletter: Antisemitism and anti-Arab hate explode into view during the Israel-Hamas war”: https://www.latimes.com/opinion/newsletter/2023-11-04/opinion-newsletter-antisemitism-college-anti-arab-opinion
Jewish Voice for Peace: https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/
Echo Trailer Reaction
The Echo trailer has dropped and the Nerd Alert Girls have thoughts and feelings about this! Listen as Bridgette and Genn are joined by the Sorceress Supreme Caroline in theorizing what the premiere of Echo will mean for the MCU and what could possibly happen with BAMF Maya Lopez and the terrifying, unkillable Wilson Fisk.
If you want to read more about Maya Lopez as Echo in the comics, check out Rebecca Roanhorse's "Phoenix Song: Echo": https://www.marvel.com/comics/collection/93364/phoenix_song_echo_trade_paperback
In the midst of the devastating war in Gaza, we at Nerd Alert Girls hope you can take the time to check in with your Jewish and Palestinian friends and stand against both antisemitism and Islamaphobia.
LA Times - “Newsletter: Antisemitism and anti-Arab hate explode into view during the Israel-Hamas war”: https://www.latimes.com/opinion/newsletter/2023-11-04/opinion-newsletter-antisemitism-college-anti-arab-opinion
Jewish Voice for Peace: https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/
Loki Season 2 Review
While the Nerd Alert Girls were less than impressed with season one of Loki, season two managed to turn things around in thrilling (and devastating) ways! Is a Loki always destined to lose? What is the true meaning of “glorious purpose”? What makes a person’s love selfish or selfless? As we review season two, we grapple with these questions, make many Marvel and other movie references, and gush a totally normal amount about O.B. and Mobius.
Read the behind-the-scenes content for Loki on Marvel’s blog:
https://www.marvel.com/articles/tv-shows/loki-and-mobius-goodbye-episode-6
https://www.marvel.com/articles/tv-shows/loki-opening-episode-6-tom-hiddleston
Everyone deserves healthy relationships. If you need help, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 24/7 at www.thehotline.org or 1.800.799.SAFE (7233). You are not alone!
In the midst of the devastating war in Gaza, we at Nerd Alert Girls hope you can take the time to check in with your Jewish and Palestinian friends and stand against both antisemitism and Islamaphobia.
LA Times - “Newsletter: Antisemitism and anti-Arab hate explode into view during the Israel-Hamas war”: https://www.latimes.com/opinion/newsletter/2023-11-04/opinion-newsletter-antisemitism-college-anti-arab-opinion
Jewish Voice for Peace: https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/
The Marvels Movie Review
Time to coo about Kamala Khan and bring out the soap box! Marvel marks a first with three female characters leading the film... and the lowest box office opening weekend yet. We discuss the nuances of theater-going in the real world before diving into The Marvels - a delightful film that almost seems afraid of how charming it could be. We’ll talk about the hilarious parts, the heartwarming parts, and the parts that left us scratching our heads. Basically, the MCU needs to commit to the bit... and let the Flerkens eat you.
Watch the final trailer for The Marvels that Bridgette rants about at the end: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwmDH12MAA4
Congrats to SAG-AFTRA for getting the win! Appreciate the folks who make the art you love!
In the midst of the devastating war in Gaza, we at Nerd Alert Girls hope you can take the time to check in with your Jewish and Palestinian friends and stand against both antisemitism and Islamaphobia.
LA Times - “Newsletter: Antisemitism and anti-Arab hate explode into view during the Israel-Hamas war”: https://www.latimes.com/opinion/newsletter/2023-11-04/opinion-newsletter-antisemitism-college-anti-arab-opinion
Jewish Voice for Peace: https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/
Miles Morales Suspended Book Review
Bridgette and Genn review Jason Reynolds’ sequel book “Miles Morales Suspended.” We discuss Reynolds’ experimentation with poetry and prose, Zeke Peña’s illustrations, and how termites become a potent commentary about book bans. Bridgette also shares about the time she met Reynolds and why he’s the perfect author for Spider-Man and for Miles Morales.
Listen to Jason Reynolds talk about “Miles Morales Suspended” on NPR: https://www.npr.org/2023/07/31/1191194288/in-miles-morales-suspended-spider-man-grapples-with-racism-and-saving-the-world
Banned Books Week 2023 may have passed, but you can be celebrating (and reading) all year. Learn more: https://bannedbooksweek.org/about/
To learn more about racial discrimination in student discipline, you can check out the U.S. Department of Education’s reports:
- https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/tvi-student-discipline-resource-202305.pdf
- https://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/school-discipline/index.html
LA Times - “Newsletter: Antisemitism and anti-Arab hate explode into view during the Israel-Hamas war”: https://www.latimes.com/opinion/newsletter/2023-11-04/opinion-newsletter-antisemitism-college-anti-arab-opinion
Jewish Voice for Peace: https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/
I Am Groot Review
I am Groot, you are Groot, we are Groot. I Am Groot is a delightful Marvel series of shorts about Baby Groot’s childhood antics, and it is an absolute treat. Bridgette and Genn discuss and coo over the show, chuckle at its cleverness, and make some surprising connections that heal the battered souls still reeling from Ultron and Thanos. Groot is the Chosen One (as he should be), and this is a miniseries you can't miss!
The WGA strike is over! See what the writers won: https://prospect.org/labor/2023-09-29-what-writers-won-wga/
Keep showing your support for SAG-AFTRA and donate to the Entertainment Community Fund if you are able: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/
The Marvels Trailer Reaction
If anything can lift our Marvel spirits after Secret Invasion, it’s The Marvels! Genn and Bridgette hypothesize about the villain, the tension between Carol and Maria, and whether Secret Invasion will play as much of a role in this film’s plot as we had originally thought. We also squee about how adorable Kamala is as always, and Bridgette doubly squees at the K-Drama crossover with South Korean actor Park Seo-joon on the cast.
Learn how you can support the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes: https://mashable.com/article/how-to-support-wga-writer-strike
Donate to the Entertainment Community Fund: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/
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Secret Invasion Review
Secret Invasion was the mystery meat of the MCU: you don't know what's in it or where it came from...all you know is that it's janky. Listen as Bridgette and the Sorceress Supreme Caroline break down why Secret Invasion flopped and how some characters were done so dirty. In addition to the slog of a plot, the villain was worse than a ficus, Nick Fury’s motivations were vague, and there were so many missed opportunities. Watch the show, if you dare...
Learn how you can support the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes: https://mashable.com/article/how-to-support-wga-writer-strike
Donate to the Entertainment Community Fund: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/
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Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Review
Miles vs. Miguel; Spider-Man vs. The Spot; Fate vs. free will; Spider-people vs. tragedy; Miguel vs. chill... Across the Spider-Verse has all this and more. Miles Morales, Gwen Stacy, and Peter B. Parker are reunited in the all-new movie as they go head-to-head with Spider-Man 2099, who's convinced that his way is best and that Miles doesn't belong (which, how dare he!). Listen as Genn and Bridgette lose their minds and hearts over this movie and delve into what it could mean for Beyond the Spider-Verse.
Listen to our Miles Morales: Character Crash Course: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nerd-alert-girls/episodes/Miles-Morales-Character-Crash-Course-ekv7up/a-a3h5f1o
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Review
Once again, the Guardians prove that a small-scale, deeply personal conflict can feel as high-stakes as a space battle. We’re concluding the trilogy with laughs, tears, and all the feels—but did we expect anything less? Bridgette and Genn discuss Rocket’s rise as a protagonist and leader, Peter getting closure about Gamora, and why the High Evolutionary is such an effective villain.
If you haven’t yet heard our Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special review, check it out here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/dcAzVul5Kzb. It’s not required to enjoy GOTG Volume 3, but you certainly get more Easter eggs.
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MCU Phase 4 Recap
From Black Widow to Wakanda Forever and from WandaVision to She-Hulk, Marvel's Phase 4 has been a wild ride. Between the lack of "evil ficus" villains to the darker themes to the excessive hate toward a certain female-led property, Genn and Caroline tackle Phase 4's impact, their surprise favorites, and what everything could mean for Phase 5.
If you need a refresher on Phase 4: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marvel_Cinematic_Universe:_Phase_Four
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Agent Carter Deep Dive
Before she was Captain Carter, her name was simply… Agent. From her first appearance on Captain America: The First Avenger, Peggy Carter been a fan favorite and a groundbreaking female character that breaks free of the “love interest” archetype. Today, Caroline and Bridgette revisit how the Agent Carter television series fleshed out her character alongside an eclectic, multifaceted cast and explored complex themes of war, grief, and what it means to be a woman in the past and present. Additionally, Bridgette shares her wild theory about how Bradley Whitford’s character Flynn could hint at What If? continuing the plot threads left behind by the Agent Carter season three that never came to be.
If you’re like us and waiting impatiently for Captain Carter’s next MCU appearance, read Jamie McKelvie and Marika Cresta’s Captain Carter comic series: https://www.marvel.com/comics/series/34322/captain_carter_2022
Disclaimer: occasional background noises are courtesy of Bridgette’s autistic sister. ’Tis life in our household!
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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Review
It's been a spell, but the Nerd Alert Girls are here to discuss Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania! With the gorgeous visuals, the cosmic cockroaches, and the sober Valkyrie, we have much to say about Scott Lang's quasi-retirement as an Avenger and journey into the Quantum Realm. And then there's Kang...
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Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
As usual, the Guardians of the Galaxy know how to give you a deep belly laugh and an emotional gut punch at the same time. Bridgette and Genn discuss this rousing spoof of Christmas and the legendary Kevin Bacon as well as family themes, Mantis’ burgeoning powers, and Yondu the Blue Grinch.
Outro Music: “Jingle Bells Rock - Energetic Positive Upbeat Happy Christmas Party” by SoundGalleryByDmitryTaras
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Native American Heritage Month
Bridgette discusses local Native American history and land acknowledgments, followed by a review of Indigenous author Rebecca Roanhorse’s take on Maya “Echo” Lopez in her comic series Phoenix Song: Echo. We look forward to seeing more of Echo in her upcoming TV series!
Learning resources about the Gabrielino-Tongva and Kizh peoples:
https://gabrielinotribe.org/history/
https://gabrielenoindians.org/
https://laist.com/news/la-history/a-brief-history-of-the-tongva-people
https://www.archives.gov/files/publications/prologue/2013/fall-winter/treaties.pdf
Native Land Digital:
Phoenix Song: Echo
Writer: Rebecca Roanhorse
Artist: Luca Maresca
Learn more about the comic series: https://www.marvel.com/comics/series/31899/phoenix_song_echo_2021_-_2022
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Review
Wakanda Forever reigns true, and so does the Nerd Alert Girls podcast! Listen as Bridgette and Genn talk about honoring Chadwick Boseman and T'Challa's legacy, Namor seeking an evil queen, and Shuri channeling her inner Inigo Montoya. We delve into how grief manifests for different characters (and for us as viewers) and what's next for Wakanda. Seriously, folks: this was one of Marvel's best (as long as you don't think too hard about that mid-credits scene...)
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Werewolf by Night
Get in the spooky spirit with Caroline for a mini episode about the history of monster movies and horror comics leading up to Marvel’s Werewolf by Night. Happy Halloween, fellow nerds!
Music by SoulProdMusic from Pixabay
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*In case anyone is wondering, we were not able to cover the last episode of She-Hulk due to a personal emergency but stay posted for a mini episode from Bridgette.
Latinx Heritage Month 2022
Join Latina co-hosts Bridgette and Genn for a special edition of Nerd Alert Niñas in honor of Latinx Heritage Month! We break down some Latinx characters in the MCU (including the Netflix shows and Agents of SHIELD’s Slingshot miniseries). Bridgette also discusses how Frederick Luis Aldama’s book Latinx Superheroes in Mainstream Comics takes a scholarly look at Latinx representation, from the good to the bad to the stereotypes. Unfortunately, the MCU is lacking Latinx characters, so we urge them to do and be better, and for you, our dear listeners, to educate yourselves. Salud!
Listen to our podcast episode from last year in celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ZuQndflF1tb
We encourage you to support indie bookstores if you're interested in buying Latinx Superheroes in Mainstream Comics by Frederick Luis Aldama or any comics featuring the characters we talked about in today's episode.
Watch Marvel's miniseries Slingshot featuring Yo-Yo Rodriguez here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xgQUoVfiL8&list=PLDe0CguuqcMBVtZJk0iCNoSblixvAt4BY
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She-Hulk: Attorney At Law Ep. 1 Review
She-Hulk episode 1 was just full of delight and soapboxes worthy of being stood on. Yup, we Nerd Alert Girls approve! Listen as Bridgette, Genn (Not Walters), and Sorceress Supreme Caroline talk about how "A Normal Amount of Anger" was more than just a normal amount of fun! We got to talk about Steve (of course), what it means to be a woman, and what it means to be a hero. So far so good, Marvel.
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Ms. Marvel Ep. 6: No Normal
Listen as Genn and Bridgette go over the Ms. Marvel finale and gush about how far Kamala Khan has come. The DoDC were a racist nuisance, but justice was promptly served through the power of community and friendship... although we're still wondering if this is really the last we'll hear of Deever - or Karam's mother Najma for that matter. And let's not forget about that mid-credits scene! Manifesting works, people!
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Thor: Love and Thunder Review
Logic and emotional impact...where art thou? The question that Bridgette and Genn ask after watching Thor: Love and Thunder. Listen as we dissect the latest Thor movie - from the hilarious(?) hijinks to the meaning of love to Jane's stint as a superhero - and try to figure out why Ragnorak is still the superior Thor movie. Not that we didn't enjoy ourselves! It's just...the script needed just one more revision by a script doctor (Caroline, where you at?!). But, some excellent high points include Christian Bale being Christian Bale, the visual effects, the acting, and a Ted Lasso cameo that left Bridgette screaming in the theater.
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Ms. Marvel Ep. 4 & 5
Time for a double-episode review as Kamala’s family history is finally revealed! Bridgette and Genn discuss the intergenerational mother-daughter relationships and how the India-Pakistan Partition changed the Khan family forever. We also hypothesize about how a certain someone may be taking over Kamran’s subconscious, affectionally roll our eyes at a third(!) love interest, and try not to think too hard about time loops.
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Ms. Marvel Ep. 3: Destined
Hello fellow nerds, and welcome to another segment of Ms. Marvel! This episode had oodles of action, wedding fun, and Genn finally eating her Kamram Karrots and admitting he's not so bad - all of which Bridgette thoroughly enjoyed. Listen as we scratch our heads over the Djinn's sudden entrance to the story and their cultural significance (La Llorona, anyone?) and discuss the episode's theme of family.
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Ms. Marvel Ep. 2: Crushed
The Nerd Alert Girls are reviewing "The Episode where No One Had Any Chill!" - also known as Ms. Marvel episode 2! Listen as Genn and Bridgette switch between capital F Feelings and logic and the immersion into Muslim and Pakistani culture as they discuss the newest episode! Kamala keeps charming the hell out of her audience, and we Nerdettes are impressed by the show's portrayal of Kamala Khan's heritage.
Also, be sure to check out these articles for more context on the episode:
Watching Ms. Marvel As A Muslim Woman | IGN
The Bloody Legacy of Indian Partition | The New Yorker
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Ms. Marvel Ep. 1: Generation Why
Genn has been gushing for years about Kamala Khan in the comics, and now she finally gets to see her onscreen! Genn and Bridgette discuss the nuanced family dynamics, wholesome friendships, colorful whimsicality, and Pakistani heritage featured in the first episode of Ms. Marvel. We also spend time asking why this fictional AvengerCon only takes place at night and when the real AvengerCon is making its way to us. And, of course, we want to manifest Kamala and Peter Parker becoming besties!
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AAPI Heritage Month: 2022 Edition
Hello all! This is a special Nerd Alert Girls podcast! Listen as Bridgette, Caroline, and Genn discuss different aspects of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage in the MCU, from Shang-Chi, to Ned Leeds, to Doctor Strange. Learn some awesome facts about your favorite characters and be fearless and tackle the tough questions we have to offer. Enjoy!
Xiran Jay Zhao's Chinese Cultural Breakdown of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings - YouTube
Jacob Batalon Talks 'Spider-Man,' 'Reginald The Vampire' And His AAPI Experience - YouTube
The Ultimate List Of Asian American Superheroes - Character Media
Listen to Nerd Alert Girls' 2021 episode in honor of AAPI Heritage Month.
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She-Hulk: Attorney at Law Trailer Reaction
Bridgette, Genn, and Caroline give their first reactions to She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. We address the criticisms about CGI and Bruce Banner while speculating about what Jennifer Walters’ character journey will look like and how superhuman law will play a role in the MCU. We also talk about bird metaphors, sitcom vibes, and whether fry guy is in it for the long haul.
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Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness
Enter the madness with Genn and Sorceress Supreme Caroline! Listen as we gush about the 2nd Doctor Strange movie and delve into what it meant for the titular character and the MCU as a whole. We discuss America Chavez, the multiverse, ratings, and Wanda's characterization and how it all tied together to make a very stellar movie! Not to mention how we manifested Captain Carter in the flesh!
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Moon Knight Ep. 6: Gods and Monsters
Bridgette says, "I'm SO happy." Genn says, "Shut UP, Harrow!" And so goes the Moon Knight season 1 finale. There was so much going on that shocked and delighted us. Bring on Season 2! We need more Steven Grant. We need the dynamic duo of Taweret and Layla. We need to know what the deal is between Jake and Khonshu. This show has stuck the landing to get the gold, and we want more!
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Moon Knight Ep. 5: Asylum
Bridgette and Genn delve into the many meanings of “asylum” and how they manifest in the penultimate episode’s heartrending emotional journey. Meanwhile, we discuss the ramifications of a certain someone being dead (maybe), “Doctor” Harrow being suspiciously helpful, and one sarcophagus remaining unopened. Where does Moon Knight go from here? Let’s see if the show will stick the landing and get the gold!
tw: suicide attempt mention
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Moon Knight Ep. 4: The Tomb
Listen as Bridgette and Genn get totally squicked by blood and undead priests as well as tickled pink by the, ahem, unique love triangle that's definitely happening here. Our boys Marc and Steven are in a world of trouble (thanks A LOT Marc!), and we're boggled as to how they're going to get themselves out! Also, was that Jake banging around in that sarcophagus?
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Thor: Love and Thunder Trailer Reaction
It's finally here, folks! Our first trailer for Thor: Love and Thunder! Listen as Caroline joins the talk on what this trailer means for Thor. Is this the end for Chris Hemsworth? Will Valkyrie find her queen? Will Peter Quill finally accept Thor? Will we fangirls finally get a buff Hayley Atwell? We have questions, Marvel! Do not leave us hanging!
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Moon Knight Ep. 3: The Friendly Type
Is Khonshu becoming sympathetic? Has Marc committed the ultimate betrayal against Layla? Should Layla run away with Steven? And what exactly went down between Harrow and Khonshu? As the physical and emotional stakes grow higher, Moon Knight continues to draw us into the story and Oscar Isaac’s incredibly versatile performance.
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Moon Knight Ep. 2: Summon the Suit
Moon Knight continues to surprise and impress us! Bridgette and Genn unravel revelations from certain characters’ pasts and explore philosophical debates about free will and the meaning of justice. And in true Nerd Alert Girls fashion, we infuse oodles of references to rom-coms, pop music, and Star Wars bounty hunters along the way.
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Moon Knight Ep. 1: The Goldfish Problem
Moon Knight has solid start to a hopefully solid series. Listen as we Nerd Alert Girls dissect "The Goldfish Problem" and discover that this show has a lot of promise, from the eerie villain to the unexpected laughs. We also learned a few valuable lessons here today: Helga-ing your Arnold rarely works; if your name is Steven, there's a good chance you're a sweet cinnamon roll that shall be protected; it's possible for someone to be the embodiment of a weak “Eh!” sound; and preemptive justice is no bueno.
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Ms. Marvel Trailer Reaction
I said oooooh we're blinded by the lights...and the new Ms. Marvel trailer that just dropped! Wow, and what a ride that was! Listen as Genn and Bridgette delve into what to expect from the new series premiering in June. Genn is feeling many feelings and screaming into her Ms. Marvel pillow while Bridgette figures out more ways to bring up Steve Rogers and the much-neglected Agents of SHIELD. It's a cosmic mix of emotions, folks.
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Black History Month 2022
Happy February, listeners! Your favorite Nerds have banded together to celebrate Black History Month! Begin with Genn as she spazzes out over Black Marvel characters Riri Williams (aka Ironheart) and Lunella Lafayette (aka Moon Girl) and their introduction into the MCU; continue with Caroline speaking her truth as she discusses the Oscars and the MCU, specifically Black Panther; and Bridgette praising VP of Production & Development at Marvel Studios Nate Moore.
Check out our Black History Month episode from last year: https://anchor.fm/nerd-alert-girls/episodes/Our-Favorite-Black-Characters--Creatives-in-Marvel-er6j8t
Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur | Teaser - YouTube
Lauren Ridloff @laurenridloff on Instagram and Twitter.
Brian Tyree Henry @briantyreehenry on Instagram.
Nate Moore’s interview with The Undefeated - “The man who put Marvel in the black”: https://theundefeated.com/features/marvel-nate-moore-black-panther/
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Trailer Reaction
Much like Moon Knight, the new mind-bending trailer for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness plays with the distortion of dreams and reality while hinting at a darker direction for the MCU. Bridgette and Genn discuss the potential antagonists, gender politics between Doctor Strange and Scarlet Witch, and how previous Marvel projects will inform this latest film.
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Moon Knight Trailer Reaction
Ever heard of Moon Knight? Neither had we before this trailer dropped. From Egyptian gods to the nuances of mental health to comic book origin stories, we are delving into the mysteries and questions that the Moon Knight trailer raises. Plus, we will be gushing about Oscar Isaac. Just a little bit.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Review
“With great power comes great responsibility.” Spider-Man’s journey began with these words from Uncle Ben and poetically ends with these same words from Aunt May. No Way Home’s bittersweet conclusion to Tom Holland’s Spider-Man trilogy pulls in elements of Peter Parker that had been missing up until now - including the tragedy and the hope. From crossover character appearances (both expected and unexpected), to gushing about Spideychelle, to questions of the Multiverse, Bridgette and Genn have much to unpack.
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Hawkeye Finale Review
Well, folks, we made it. The Nerd Alert Girls have finished the Hawkeye series, and now Genn and Caroline have joined together to break it down. From manifesting fanfictions to laughing at Kingpin's fashion choices, we discuss every minutia of "So This is Christmas?" Also, revelations and connections are made to neatly sew together an ugly but wearable Christmas sweater.
Hawkeye Ep. 5 Review
Where's a place where you can find heartbreak, fatalistic Yelena, the Kingpin, Jack unwinding his own plot sweater thread, Mac n cheese, and far too much Christmas music? That's right: Hawkeye episode 5! Listen as Bridgette, Genn, and special guest star Caroline weave together the ugly Christmas plot sweater with all the new revelations the episode has provided. 'Tis the season for gushing, theorizing, and fight scenes as we eagerly wait for the finale!
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Hawkeye Ep. 3 & 4 Review
Hawkeye finally picks up the pace with a stronger antagonist, thrilling action sequences, and a deepening and compelling bond between Kate and Clint. Sorceress Supreme Caroline returns to co-host with Bridgette and Jenn as they discuss everything from Maya Lopez and Laura Barton’s backstories, to how Christmas functions as a backdrop for the show, to how Clint can never, ever die. Ever.
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