Episodes
Please find the direct download links to all our shows below. They are sorted so that the newest episode is at the top. Below each link, to the best of our ability, we have listed the segment timing for the show as well. Every episode can also be found on iTunes.
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Episode 33: Why So Villainous?
Everyone loves a great bad guy! In this episode the Nerdherders take you through their top 10 comic book villains of all time. The guys also talk Star Trek Into Darkness, lament about LEGO, discuss the announcement of Xbox One and as usual, Dave comes up with something in Thunderdome that makes Matt and Ian scratch their heads.
Episode 32: Oh Oh, It’s Magic, You Know!
It’s a Dave-hosted show, so that means chaos reigns! The boys teach an introductory course on Magic: The Gathering in Thunderdome and chat about the usual tomfoolery such as Iron Man 3, lots of comic books and what happens when a purple worm swallows a dwarf cleric whole.
Episode 31: A Suburban Epic
By popular demand (or at least one listener) the nerds break down miniature wargame Epic Armageddon and the board game Suburbia. Also discussed: Matt’s adventures at Adepticon, Dave’s family road trip and how a paladin who turned into a frog ended up in a teenage boy’s pantaloons.
Episode 30: Thank the (Re)Maker
The boys are back to talk about movies they would like to see updated with a modern remake. The nerds also discuss board games Dungeon Command, Suburbia and Kemet, anticipation for Iron Man 3, Ian’s hopes for a Moon Knight movie, how to make a Green Lantern film that doesn’t suck and magicians as bank robbers.
Episode 29: Mr. Grangorium’s Wonder Emporium
The guys are joined by former D6Generation co-host Raef “Hollywood” Granger to talk about their favorite inventions or ideas from science fiction. The gang also chats about the board games Relic and Descent: Second Edition, they debut a new comic book segment to dissect Spider-Man and also discuss Raef’s Bizzaro gaming group.
Episode 28: 16-Bit Hits
On the menu this time out: the best of Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis 16-bit classic games. The nerds also talk about Locke and Key, epic Perudo, X-Wing, lasers and wacky adventures with gender swapping.
Episode 26: Happy Birthiversary
The Nerdherders celebrate their one year anniversary with…well, nothing special. But that just means it’s another fun, hijinks-filled episode. The guys talk about the best TV and movie-based board games, shooting lasers and exoskeleton armored arctic space kitties. No, really.
The games covered in this Episode are as follows:
Star Wars: Battle at the Sarlacc Pit
Spartacus
Simpsons Clue
Dawn of the Dead
Firefly
Episode 25: The Kings of Comics
In this installment the guys cover their favorite comic book artists, writers and creative teams. They also reflect on TempleCon, acting out their Star Trek fantasies and the fear of the imminent spider uprising.
Episode 24: Dude, Where’s My Movie?
The Nerdherders take you through the coolest geek movies released since 2000 as well as the usual banter about comic books, games and sweet, sweet gnome love.
Episode 23 – Big On Miniatures
Feel like you might want to dip your toe into the world of miniature wargames but feel overwhelmed? Let the Nerdherders help you out with this primer on how to find the right minis game for you! There’s also the usual talk about comic books, D&D, spider-hunting and the word palpable.
Episode 22: Best of 2012 Funapaloozathon
Episode 21: Kings of Cartoons
This time out the guys break down their favorite cartoons from yesteryear. Why does Dave love ducks so much? How did Ian watch cartoons way up in Maine? Was Matt ever NOT in front of the TV during his youth? Find out in another fun-filled episode from your favorite nerds. Dont forget to listen to the Bonus clip this week, featuring Larry Elmore! And stay even longer for Stino’s cartoon picks.
Episode 20.2: Like Tears In the Rain
Ever wonder about the top 10 movie moments of all time? We can help. As usual, we take our meandering approach, have a few laughs, and may get side tracked from time to time.
Its a shorter episode this time, why? Well…we lost the first recording. No joke!
Episode 19: Book Learnin’
The gang breaks down their favorite book series, discusses Disney’s purchase of Lucasfilm and interviews Teras Cassidy of Geek Nation Tours.
Episode 18: XCOM – Nerdherders Unknown
The boys took a brief break from playing XCOM to chat about their favorite PC strategy games and Matt and Dave interview Bryant Dillon about the comic Identity Thief.
Episode 16: Know Your Role (Playing) With Ross Watson
This time out the guys are joined by roleplaying game designer and video game writer Ross Watson to discuss roleplaying games and how to be a good game master. The guys also talk about video game delivery system Steam, Warhammer 40k, and Dave gets a little confused about some of the show segments.
Episode 15: The Nerdherders Strike Back
STAR WARS! What else do you need to know? Well, okay…we talk about our favorite comics, games, novels, and shows inspire by our favorite move universe.
It’s simple and it’s good!
Episode 14: There Can Only Be (Gen)Con
The boys are back from GenCon and they want to gush about it. What new games did they try? What games did they buy? What secrets lurk in a sleepy Vermont Town?
Find out in this extended episode from your favorite geeks.
Episode 13: We Hardly Knew Ye...
In this installment, the boys take a look at some television shows they wish had survived longer. There’s GenCon talk as the nerds get amped up for the big convention and in The Vault they tackle Choose Your Own Adventure books.
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Episode 12: NESTalgia; Your Podcast Is In Another Castle
This time out the boys wax nostalgic with tales of Nintendo. Just how much does Dave love Excitebike? Did Matt beat Mike Tyson? Why won’t Ian eat Cookie Crisp? Find the answers to all these and more, plus the usual antics of what the nerds have been up to.
Episode 11: Have You Had Your 40k Today?
Resident 40k expert Ragnar calls into the show from within the warp (sounds that way anyway!) to discuss the Games Workshop Warhammer 40k Sixth Edition rule set. We dig deep into each segment of the new rules from missions, movement, shooting, assault, and all the special rules.
Ragnar is an accomplished 40k player and member of an international judging panel supporting 40k tournament play. His love of the game is infectious and we’re pretty sure you’ll learn a few things from him.
We briefly review our happenings over the past two weeks and the things we’re looking forward to. Strap in, this is a long one, two hours of Nerdherder goodness!
Episode 10: Statham Heads Westwars in an RC Car
In this episode, the boys are all over the place with talk about vampire-killing presidents, guilty pleasure movies, naked Easter eggs, RC cars, a new RPG in the works, a cool Kickstarter project and of course, more comic books.
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Roll Call: 1:58
Radar 16:08
ThunderDome 29:25
Utility Belt 55:54
Dig It 1:05:26
Wrap Up and Contest 1:15:12
Bonus Clip 1:32:19
Episode 9: The Clock Strikes Double Midnight
Brett Parker, co-owner of Double Midnight Comics and Games in Manchester, NH joins us on the Thunderdome. We also discuss Granite State Comicon, Prometheus and where we go when we die.
On the Radar: 14:20
ThunderDome: 24:15
Contest and Wrap-up! 1:20:20
Bonus Clip: 1:29:30
Episode 8: Beyond Monopoly
Board Game Primer, what are the games you need to try, we look at novice level, moderate, and advanced games. If you’ve been interested in trying some of the best, award winning games, this is a great show for you.
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Roll Call: 1:15
Radar: 24:05
ThunderDome: 39:19:10
Contest and Wrap-up: 1:39:00
Bonus Clip: 1:40:15
Episode 7: Guys and Dolls
Toys…the ones we loved as kids take center stage! Crimson Skies gets pulled out of the vault, some crazy shenanigans from Dave in the outtakes (worth a listen at the end) and some thoughts on cartoons in today’s society round out Roll Call.
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Roll call: 1:30
On the Radar: 18:00
Thunderdome: 24:45
The Vault: 1:09:25
Contest and Wrap 1:19:10
Episode 6: Who Avenges the Avengers?
The BEST of Comic book movies, plus Matt’s Adepticon report and The Legend of Boggy Creek (yeah…Matt and I never heard of it either)
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Roll call: 1.50
On the Radar 16.50
Thunderdome 23:00
The Vault 1:13:05
Contest and Wrap 1.21.25
Episode 5: Where there’s a Will there’s a way!
Will Urban takes us through the “squee!” of PAX East and we meet Tyler James, comic author!
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Roll Call: 2:00
Radar: 15:15
ThunderDome: 24:15
Can you dig it?: 50:40
Wrap up and Contest: 1:13:15
Episode 4: Fantasy and Fisticuffs
Our favorite bits of fantasy, the best wizard, weapon, magic item and more. Plus the great Avatar debate!
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Roll Call 4:10
Radar 19:40
ThunderDome 27:30
Defend Yourself 1:08:35
Wrap up and Contest 1:33:30
Episode 3: Na-na-na-na Bat Fans!: 1 hour 25 minutes
The best Batman stories ever told! Plus Castlevania, Comic Readers, and more!
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Roll Call 1:50
Radar 11:00
Thunderdome 20:00
Utility Belt 1:01:00
Vault 1:13:20
Wrap Up and Contest 1:18:30
Episode 2: Electric Bookaloo: 1 hour 17 minutes
Our favorite movies based on books, Hero Quest, and www.boardgamegeek.com, plus our Roll Call and On The Radar!
RollCall 1:20
Radar 16:30
Thunderdome 24:20 (Spoiler Alerts!)
Utility Belt 1:01:20
Vault 1:05:50
Wrap Up and Contest: 1:13:35
Episode 1: Ramblin’ about Shamblin’: 1 hour 25 minutes
The Walking Dead, Rising Stars, Justin Korthof (Hero Academy) and more…
0:00 Host Introductions
5:25 Roll Call
13:35 On the Radar
20:05 Thunderdome
52:55 Utility Belt
1:12:50 The Vault
1:22:50 Wrap Up
Episode 0: Let the Nerd Herding Begin: 30 minutes
This is the primer episode and has only the Thunderdome segment.
