Cigar Nerds Podcast: Slay the Dragon 2024. It’s that time again, time to wrap up our adventures at Dragon Con 2024. In addition to our Dragon Tails, we sit down with prolific author Timothy Zahn, learn about planetary defense from Kelly Fast of Nasa, and dive into the history of monsters with Dr Emily Zarka. This week I’m smoking the Diesel Wicked.
Cigar Nerds Podcast Gets Twisted. This week get to the storm shelters because we’re talking about Twisters. Is the new thing as good as the old thing listen to find out. In science we home built nukes, 3d printed homes, new spiders, and the worlds largest tongue. In Nerd News we talk about the new Starship troopers game, the cancelation of Acolyte, and our plans for Dragon Con. This week I’m smoking the Diesel Worthy Fool.
Cigar Nerds Podcast: Demolition Time. What’s your bogle citizen? This week we inspire Joy Joy feelings by talking about thirty years of Demolition Man. When the future is in trouble you need an old school action hero. In Science we talk to Europa Clipper Dep Science Manager Trina Ray. In Blowing smoke we interview legendary game designer Steve Jackson, and author, podcaster, and folklorist Benjamin Radford. This week we smoke the Punch Golden Era.
Cigar Nerds Podcast: Dragon Con 2023 Wrap Up. We survived our mission to seek out the Dragon of the Con. We saw brave knights do battle, Transformers rock the house, drank some pie, and about a million Barbie. Tune in a listen to our recap of Dragon Con 2023. We also have a couple of guest interviews for you. For the science fans we have JPL Science System Engineer Kim Steadman and Dr Mohamed Noor Professor at Duke and a science adviser for Star Trek. For the espionage and conspiracy fans we have Professor of Homeland Security at Penn State and former CIA, Nicholas Eftimiades. This week we’re smoking the Asylum 13 Orgre.
Cigar Nerds Podcast: Hidden Strike. Jackie Chan is back! Don’t call it a come back this week we’re talking about the new Jackie Chan and John Cena action extravaganza, Hidden Strike. In science we talk about brain scans for rock and roll, tarantulas looking for love, video games predict the end of the world, and Nasa builds alien rockets. In News we discuss TMNT the last Ronin game, Resident Evil game bundle, Warrior Nun returns, and our Dragon Con plans. This week we’re smoking our Cigar Nerd cigars from Real Men Smoke Cigars.
Cigar Nerds Podcast: Silver’s Cobra. This week we break down season 5 of Cobra Kai. The epic conclusion of Terry vs Daniel and Johnny. Spoiler alert, probably the best fights of the series are in this season. Speaking of epic conclusions we wrap up our Dragon Con coverage with the last of our interviews. We discuss Ninja fact vs fiction with Atlanta Bujinkan head instructor Roy Wilkinson. We also talk geo political conflict gaming with Capt Mark McDonagh of the National Security Decision Making Game. This week we’re smoking the CAO BX3, triple the Brazil triple the fun.
Cigar Nerds Podcast: Shang-Chi. Marvel is back on the big screen with something completely new for the MCU, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Finally something we did not know we needed, a kung-fu movie based in the MCU. Also we are back from the return of Dragon Con and talk about this strange new world. In Nerd News we discuss a Knights of the Old Republic remake, The Matrix Resurrections trailer, new release dates for Carnage, Don’t Look Up, and your change to own a Mad Max vehicle. This week we are smoking the Camacho Factory Unleashed.
Cigar Nerds Podcast: Face The Music. Its time to return to San Dimas and see why Bill and Ted haven’t saved the future yet. They’ve had Excellent Adventures and Bogus Journeys and now its time to Face the Music. In science we talk about flying cars, Jet packs, fake plants that produce energy, and programmable cloth. In Nerd News we talk about the Virtual Dragon Con experience. This week we’re smoking the La Palina Double Digit.
Cigar Nerds Podcast: Warrior Nun. This week we’re taking you to church because we’re talking about the new Netflix Series Warrior Nun. So say your prayers and pass the ammunition. The only thing this show is missing is a Holy hand grenade. In science we discuss robot dolphins, robot janitors, weed for lung disease, and smart monkeys. In nerd news we talk about no Dragon Con, the new Bat-woman, Ready Player Two, and the death of Charlie Daniels. Smokin Joe also gives his Netflix recommendations. This week we’re smoking the CAO Expedicion for TAA.
Cigar Nerds Podcast 124: Dragon Con 2019 Wrap Up. Its that time of year again, where nerds from around the globe pilgrimage to Atlanta for our annual celebration of all things pop-culture, Dragon Con. The Cigar Nerds are no different, we spent the weekend rocking out with 85000 of our closest friends. Tune in to hear about our shenanigans, interviews and highlights of Dragon Con 2019. In Blowing Smoke we sit down for two amazing interviews, first with award winning author Keith R.A. DeCandido, and then a rocking interview with Intergalactic rock stars The Cybertronic Spree. In nerd news we discuss Bad Boys for Life, New Mortal Kombat characters, The Boys season 2 casting, Dave Babtista and Gears of War, Ghost Recon, and Terminator Dark Fate. This week we are smoking the LB1 by Rocky Patel.
Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 123: Smokin With The Boys. Since we are days before Dragon Con we thought it was appropriate to talk inappropriate super heroes. This week we review season 1 of Amazon’s new series The Boys. In science we discuss fake laughter, terminators in space, Space raves, and deadly Karaoke . In Nerd News we talk Matrix 4, Spiderman problems, Antlers, Rambo Last Blood, The Mandalorian, Lady and the Tramp, Rey’s new light sabre, and Black Panther 2. This week we’re smoking the CAO Session.
Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 99: Swing Batter Batter. As we head into the post season we decided to take a look at America’s past-time, baseball, and its effect on pop culture. This week discuss our favorite baseball movies like Major League, The Sandlot, and 30 years of Bull Durham. In science we we discuss advances in rectal science, rovers on asteroids, fuel from the sun, and tripping Octopi. In news the talk about Captain Marvel, The new Joker, A good Spiderman game, Diablo coming to Netflix, Venom ratings, Kingsman 3 gets a release date, and Chucky’s make over. We also have one more Dragon Con interview and we sit down with the new Director of Anachrocon to talk about the 10th Anniversary of their con and whats new. As we round third and head for home we review the Undercrown Dogma from Drew Estates.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 98: Not the Last Dragon Con. Once again its time for our annual Dragon Con hangover episode. We talk about our adventures across 5 days at the south’s largest nerd party and convention. From quests through the vendor hall and gaming, to amazing cosplay, and celebrity encounters. We also talk about the amazing panels we went to and the musical guests that rocked the house. We also managed to get a couple of interviews for you. We got to talk to Eddie McClintock of Warehouse 13 and one of my personal favorites, writer Timothy Zahn, creator of Grand Admiral Thrawn. This week we smoked the Strange Passage by Archetype to celebrate the strange passage that is Dragon Con. So don’t get lost in the habitrails we’re going on an adventure.
Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 97: Bebop Cowboy. 3..2..1 Let’s Jam. This week we we’re cranking up the Jupiter Jazz and heading off to Mars to hunt some bounties. We’re talking about 20 years of one of the greatest anime series, Cowboy Bebop. We even dust off an interview from last DragonCon with the voice of Spike Spiegel, Steven Blum. In science we discuss the study of beer munchies, can your eyes determine your personality, a trip to the sun, and drone hunting drones. In nerd news, we talk about Weird Al and Weezer, Incredibles 2, Red Dead Redemption 2, Guardians of the Galaxy 3’s fate, Batfleck and the Joker, and Disney and the Fox. This week we are smoking Diablo by Punch. See You Space Cowboy.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 95: Merica! Happy 4th of July everyone. Yes I know its the 17th, but what does that matter you should celebrate freedom everyday. Also we had technical issues so we’re late. We decided to celebrate the fourth by making a list of the most American of movies. A list of movies that every red blooded American should have seen at least once, so we are discussing the first 3 nominations for this list. First up is the 50th anniversary of The Green Berets with John Wayne, next it the Patriot, and our final entry of this years list Armageddon, which also turns 20 this year. We’re introduce a new segment idea our Blowing Smoke segment where not only do we do occasional interviews but now we discuss random topics that we want to discuss but can’t make full episodes out of. This week were talking about being a movie Extra. In Nerd News we’re talking about John Wick 3, Top Gun 2 casting, Bill Murry zombie movies, Zombieland 2, a Black Widow movie, Skyscraper fails, and The New Doctor who teaser. This week we’re smoking the Camacho Coyolar.
Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 90: Randomly Special. Well we’re sorry. This episode is what happens when we get busy and forget to prepare for an episode. We decided to do an impromptu live show at The Cigar Shoppe and record what ever random ideas we came up with. There was walk on guests and shenanigans and even a power outage. It went off the rails pretty quick. In nerd news we talked about Infinity War records, Venom trailer 2, The final Deadpool 2 trailer, Gremlins reboots, Jumanji 2, the return of Doom, Jurassic World, and Star Wars Resistance. This week we are smoking the CAO Zocalo.
Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 79: Manners Maketh Man. Time to suit up and get your dapper on. This week we’re talking about the movie that redefined the spy film. We’re talking about Kingsman. Breakout the tactical umbrella and your lighter grenades. In blowing smoke we talk with legendary voice actor Steve Blum. In nerd news we discuss the new Justice League trailer, the Pacific Rim 2 trailer, Battlefront 2, Tick Season 2, Avatar 2 starting filming, Catherine Tate joining Duck Tales woo hoo, and Rick and Morty wrecking McDonalds. This week we are smoking the La Imperiosa by Crowned Heads and review the 2017 Oktober Fest by Sierra Nevada.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 78: Bug Hunt. The Mobil Infantry needs you! Remember service guarantees citizenship. This week we go on a bug hunt as we celebrate the Twentieth Anniversary of Starship Troopers and discuss its less than awesome sequels. So come on you apes you wanna live forever. We also have another installment of Blowing Smoke from Dragon Con with Jay Little professional games designer. In Nerd News we discuse the Punisher trailer, Tomb Raider trailer, the new Jumanji trailer, and the return of JJ Abrams to star Wars, Patty Jenkins to Wonder Woman, Linda Hamilton to Terminator, and Jamie Lee Curtis to Halloween. This week we are smoking the Romeo 505 and reviewing the Height of Civilization by Wild Heaven Brewing.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 77: DragonCon 2017 wrap up. We survived the wrath of CON 2017 . This week we recorded live at Dragon Con including our ask a newbie experiment and a discussion on the year in Nerd. In science we have a real Scientist. While at con we got to sit down with Dr. Sarah Milkovich of NASA and JPL and talk about the Mars Rover 2020 and the future of Mars exploration. Also in Blowing Smoke we interview legendary author Kevin J Anderson and talk about his writing career, playing in the Star Wars Universe, doing steampunk with Rush and his current projects. We also smoke the Jacobs Ladder by Southern Draw Cigars and review the Marshal Zhukovs by Cigar City Brewing.
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Evil ShenanigansCigar Nerds Podcast Episode 76: Evil Shenanigans. The time is Meow. With the announcement of a release date for the long awaited Super Troopers 2 we thought it would be a good time to look at the movies of Broken Lizard. Broken Lizard are the comedy minds behind Super Troopers, Beer Fest, and Club Dread. Its time to bring back the mustache and chug some syrup. In science we talk about NASA’s new spacecraft, gambling robots, air on mars, and the Deadpool of phone screens. In Nerd news we discuss our plans for Dragon Con, The Defenders, a new Punisher Trailer, DC’s new movies line up, every Star Wars character getting a movie, and the passing of Tobe Hooper. This week we smoke La Gran Llave by A.J. Fernandez and review the Sidecar by Sierra Nevada.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 75: Monster Test, WE all know who to call when you have ghosts, but who do you call when you have monsters. The Monster Squad. If you want to join the Squad you’ve got to past the monster test, so to get you prepared this week we are celebrating the 30th anniversary of Monster Squad. We also discuss its comparisons to its predecessor Goonies. No science this week as we update our Dragon Con survival guide for 2017 and get ready to slay the dragon. In News we discuss the Disney and Netflix split, Wonder Woman blueray release dates, Joss Wheadon’s Justice League changes, Cable and Dead Pool, Karl Urban returning to Judge Dredd, Hell Boy getting his Blood Queen, and the new Star Wars Battle Front. Also this week we smoke the Hex by Sindicato and review the Witty Twister by R.J. Rockers.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 53: Getting Wilder. This week we honor a comedy legend and pay tribute to Gene Wilder. We finally make it back to the Nerd Cave and discuss our favorite Gene Wilder movies. In science we talk to a real scientist, Dr Stephen Granade from Dragon Con, youtube, and NASA. In Blowing Smoke we sit down with a legend, Master Blender Ricky Rodriguez of CAO and General Cigar. In news we talk about the CW app, the return of Flash and Agents of Shield, Nintendo projectors, and Magnificent Seven. We also review the Foundry Cigars Time Flies and the Stone Brewing Bitter Chocolate Oakmeal Bourbon Stout.
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The Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 52: At the Con. This week we celebrate anniversaries, 2 years of podcasting and 30 years of Dragon*con. We braved the record crowd of 77000, dodged Storm troopers and hobbits, and even crossed the food court to bring you a new episode recorded live at Dragon*con. We also recorded a few interviews. In Science we talk to Trey Roski and Greg Munson, the founders of BattleBots, about the origins of fighting robots and what the future of the sport looks like. In Blowing Smoke we talk to world renowned author, Michael A Stackpole, about what it takes to be a writer and creating characters in the original Star Wars expanded universe. We also review the Perdomo Lot 23 and Wells Brewing Sticky Toffee Pudding Ale
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This week we pay tribute to the King of Nightmares Mr Wes Craven. We discuss his impact on pop culture, the horror genre, how he made it hard to sleep for several generations of horror fans. We also do a little celebrating as this is our 1 year anniversary of doing the show. To mark the occasion we have a surprise interview with Rocky Patel. We also review his new cigar, the Special Reserve Sun Grown Maduro. In science we discuss tractor beams, space glasses, and super hinge. In news we talk about the new Star Wars toys and recap our Dragon Con adventures.
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The Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 26: DragonCon Survival Plan. This week our nerds freak out over last minute Dragon Con plans and share our tips for surviving your con experience. We talk about panels, navigation, food, parties, and everything else you should know for your Dragon Con. In science we talk about different types of drunks, whiskey in space, smart rifle hacks, mapping Pluto, and zombie spiders. In news we talk about Star Wars Land, the Dead Pool trailer, Ready Player one gets a release date, and Ronda Rousey’s Marvel plans.
The Cigar Nerds Episode 6: The Whedonverse. This week our nerds look back at the journey of one of our nerd heroes, Joss Whendon. We discuss the all the things that came before the Avengers, and jump into Buffy, Angel, Firefly, and Dr Horrible. We also welcome a special guest Whedon expert to the Nerd Cave this week, Wayne Hutchinson, former Whedon track director for Dragon Con. In science we check out nasal white noise, mushrooms, and ocean pigs. In Nerd News we spotlight some of our favorite Nerd Music.
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Episode 2: Fist Full of Boom Stick
This week our nerds fight off a deadite invasion in the nerd cave. We discuss all things Bruce Campbell and go over our favorite movies and tv shows staring the King of Geek. Hail to the king baby. In Beer 30 we check out another Sweetwater Beer Happy Ending. In Yeah Science we talk giant dinosaurs and telepathy, then in nerd news we recap Joe’s adventures at Dragoncon 2014.
