This Week In Nerd News

Larian Studios, which made arguably the best video game of 2023 in Baldur's Gate 3, recently announced that there will not be any downloadable content for the game or a Baldur's Gate 4 as it distances itself from Wizards of the Coast and Dungeons and Dragons. Victoria and Keith discuss this move and whether or not it was a surprise. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Keith talks about the life-changing, experience of watching Dune and Dune 2 in the same day as Victoria chimes in with context from Isaac Asimov's book series. May thy knife chip and shatter. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone seems to have a stance on the new adaptation of Avatar the Last Airbender, and your favorite nerdy co-hosts are no different! Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024 had gotten off to a rocky start, with layoffs happening across different sectors of the nerd industry. Victoria and Mikkel recap some of the most shocking moments while also sprinkling in their usual commentary on the latest hijinks. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024 had gotten off to a rocky start, with layoffs happening across different sectors of the nerd industry. Victoria and Mikkel recap some of the most shocking moments while also sprinkling in their usual commentary on the latest hijinks. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024 looks to be a great year for anime content with new shows reportedly crashing streaming services, the return of beloved favorites, and the ever-expanding One Piece universe. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To wrap up the year, Victoria, Mikkel, and Keith run through some of their favorite media from 2023. They touch on TV shows, movies, video games, and more! Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in nerd news... Victoria and Mikkel talk about sitcom characters saving Santa for the holidays, the future of fantasy series and fandom, and why capitalism and day lights savings time continue to make life so, so hard. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it just us, or are live action adaptations starting to get better? Well, at least more often. There's still plenty to be cautious about, which Keith and Victoria discuss here. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mikkel and Keith team up to tackle some of the news to come out of New York Comic Con (NYCC), including a trailer for the new Scott Pilgrim animated series, quotes from Robert Kirkman about 'Invincible', and more. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a brief haitus, Mikkel, Victoria, and Keith are back to bring you your favorite nerdy podcast! In this special reunion episode, catch up with what the hosts have been up to, which includes a lot of hours spent on Baldur's Gate 3. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keith and Victoria discuss how some folks not knowing how to act in solidarity amid the ongoing Hollywood strikes. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mikkel and Keith return to catch you up on som of the latest developments (and shenanigans) going on surrounding the Hollywood strikes. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are only a few places where you can get caught up on WGA strike news and get an informed take on why everyone is taking artificial intelligence too far. This show is one of them! Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The last time the Writers Guild of America went on strike, it was felt across the entire entertainment industry. Mikkel and Victoria break down the causes and potential outcomes of the current strike. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The day has come when Keith tries to convince Mikkel to take the leap and join the Doctor Who fandom with the start of the next series starring Ncuti Gatwa. Check out the episode to get a brief breakdown of the popular series and to see what Mikkel decides to do. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we do our best to keep you up to date with Warner Bros. Discovery's latest decisions and the impact they may have. Hear about that and more on This Week in Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Victoria and Keith are back with another episode of This Week in Nerd News to give you their thoughts on the latest Oscars, including winners, "champagne" carpet moments, and general discourse. Hear about that and more on This Week in Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

March is going to be a big month for the TWINN crew, as Keith and Mikkel are both looking forward to the final (?) season of Ted Lasso and Mikkel prepares to disappear for an undetermined amount of time to add to their 4,000 (!!!!) hours playing Destiny 2! Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mikkel and Victoria dive into two of the most consistent ongoing themes on the show – television and capitalism. But this time they go deep into the dark sides of both and what that means for fans. Hear about that and more on This Week In Nerd News. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher Follow Black Nerd Problems on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.