- Cigar Nerds Episode 39 Finding Francis
Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 39: Finding Francis. This week things get a little crazy and Canadian as our nerds sign up for the Weapon X program and break some fourth walls. This week we are talking about everyone’s favorite merc, Deadpool. We discuss the everything from the origins of the merc with the mouth in comics to his record breaking film debut. In science we talk about the latest robot news, headphones that get you high, and finally flying cars. The future is here. In news we discuss Ready Player one casting, the return of Dare Devil, Iron Fist, and World War 3. We also review the MUWAT from Drew Estates and the Tocobaga from Cigar City Brewing.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 38: Escape From The Thing
Escape from the thing
The Cigar Nerds Episode 38: Escape from the Thing. This week our nerds fight off shape shifting aliens and try to escape from New York as we take a look at the legendary career of Director John Carpenter. Not only is he responsible for some of the greatest horror and sci-fi movies but also one of our favorite movies Big Trouble in Little China, which turns 30 this year. We also review the Partagas 1845 and the Homework Series number 6 from Ballast Point. In science we discuss drone hunting birds, new spiders, and beer pong playing robots. In News the discuss a new Doom Game, X-Files, Ready Player One, new Xmen and TMNT2 trailers, and Dead Pool 2.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 37: Groovy
- The Cigar Nerds Episode 37: Groovy. This week our nerds open up the Necronomicon and raises some deadites as they discuss season one of Ash vs Evil Dead. Grab your boom stick and gas up your chain saw hand. In science we look at the real X-Files, look into Planet X, and discuss amphibious drones. In News we talk about the return of X-files, Legends of Tomorrow, Star Wars delays, and new Justice League cartoons. We also sample the Pulled Porter from Sweetwater Brewery and the Perdomo Habano Maduro.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 36: The Hateful Two
The Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 36: The Hateful Two. This week our Nerds go back to the old west and review the latest movie from Quentin Taratino, The Hateful Eight. Then we pay tribute to the coolest man in cinema and take a look at the career o Samuel L. Jackson. In science we talk about hover boards, meteor guns, and the latest technology from CES 2016. In news we talk Dare Devil season 2, Mortal Kombat, Flash News, and the return of Tales from the Crypt. We also review the Alec Bradley Tempus and Black Xantus.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 35: The Nerds Awaken
The Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 35: The Nerds Awaken. After a long nap and a couple of prequels the Force has awaken. This week we assemble a team of Nerds to talk about the history and cultural impact of Star Wars. Then we give our spoiler heavy review of The Force Awaken. You have been warned there are many spoilers in the second half of this episode. We also review the La Historia by EP Carrill0 and we drink the Ferry Man by Orpheus Brewing.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 34: The Naughty List
- Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 34: The Naughty List. This week we’re making a list and checking it twice gonna find out who’s naughty or nice. We take a look back at some of the worst Christmas movies of all time and give a few suggestions of what to watch instead. We also look at weird Christmas traditions from around the world. We also review Jekyll Brewing’s Red Neck Christmas Stout. We also interview Nicholas Syris of LH Premium Cigars and review the LH Maduro and Colorado. In news we talk about TMNT 2, Independence Day Resurgence, Star Trek Beyond, and Point Break.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 33: Shaken not Stirred
Shaken Not StirredCigar Nerds Podcast Episode 33: Shaken Not Stirred. This week out nerds earn our OO status as we take a look back at the career of our most recent James Bond, Daniel Craig. We also help with your holiday shopping in our Cigar Nerd Gift Guide. In Science we talk about the latest in robot bar tending and rescue, animal cloning, and 3d printed cars. In Nerd News we talk about the new Captain America and Batman V Superman Trailers, new Mortal Kombat DLC, and the slave Leia controversy. We also review the Hamlet by Rocky Patel and the Bad Mother Shucker by Abita.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 32: Ghost of a Chance
This week our nerds move from discussing fictional ghost and take a look at real ghost. We sit down with Paranormal Georgia Investigation to discuss all things paranormal. We review the Battleground Cigars Lincoln and the Heavy Seas Greater Pumpkin. In science we discuss face transplants, getting hit in virtual reality, sonic brain surgery, and rail guns. In News we pay tribute to a few lost legends, review Marvel’s Jessica Jones, and Sony Play station news.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 31: Turtle Power
Turtle PowerThe Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 31: Turtle Power. This week our nerds venture down into the sewers and talk about the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. We take a look back at their history from comic books to movie franchises. We also review the Shellback from Camacho Cigars and the Teufel Hunden from Service Brewing. In science we talk about robot bikers, shape shifting clothes, the best city to survive a zombie outbreak, and how estrogen can save your life. In Nerd News we talk about Ash Vs Evil Dead, the Warcraft movie, and new Star wars news.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 30: Poltergeists
PoltergeistsThe Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 30: Poltergeists. This week our nerds rise from the grave for another Halloween special. We talk about our favorite ghost movies and compare the original Poltergeist to the remake. Later we talk about real hauntings with Ed Laughlin of Ghosts of Georgia Paranormal Investigation. We review the new La Palina Red Label and Terrapin’s Walking Dead IPA. In science we discuss water on Mars, robotic skin, and alien stars. In Nerd News we talk Godzilla vs King Kong and the start of the fall TV season.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 29: Rock Toons
Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 29: Rock Toons. This week we take a look at the unique relationship between Rock music and Animation. We look back at movies that have been inspired by music like Heavy Metal and Pink Floyd’s The Wall. We also talk about the best cartoon bands from Alvin and The Chipmunks to Dethklok. We also sit down with Mc Lars to talk about his up coming album and the state of Nerd Rap. We review the new Kristoff San Andreas and the Kentucky Old Fashion. In science, we talk about invisibility cloaks, Mars, and how selfies are killing you. In news we look at the return of Doctor Who, a new Men in Black trilogy, and the first teaser for Jessica Jones.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 28: Nightmare of Scream Street
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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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 27: Bad Boys
Bad BoysThe Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 27: Bad Boys. This week our nerds take a look back at our favorite buddy cop movie, Bad Boys. We talk about its impact on pop culture and the careers of Michael Bay, Will Smith, and Martian Lawrence. We try the AJ Fernandez Enclave and the Terrapin Vapricote in beer 30. We also interview the director and star of the up coming Steampunk Boba Fett fan film. In science we talk about space elevators, giant robots, and staring into peoples eyes. In news we talk about up coming video game news, Captain America details, and Rogue One cast announcements.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 26: DragonCon Survival Plan
- DragonCon Survival PlanThe 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.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 25: Mission Improbable
- Mission ImprobableThe Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 25: Mission Improbable. Your mission, if you choose to except it, is to listen to us talk about all things mission impossible. This week we take a look back at the TV series and previous movies and review the new Mission Impossible Rogue Nation. We also review the Romeo Anejo and the Southern Tier Choklat Oranj. In science we take a look at the Snot Bot, the discovery of Earth 2, hand leg transplants, and hackers controlling your car. In News we review Ant Man and Sharknado 3. We also discuss the Marvel Netflix news, return of Married with Children, and the Dead Pool trailer release date.
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Cigar Nerds Episode 24: Summer Vacation
Cigar Nerds Episode 24: Summer Vacation. This week our nerds discuss some of our favorite summer vacation movies and look at what it takes to be a summer blockbuster. We sample a legendary geek beer in Beer 30, wOOtstout. In science we discuss the importance of nightmares and Star Trek science becoming reality. In news we talk about all the movie news coming out of this years SDCC. Also we try an unreleased cigar from Montecristo.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 23: Judgement Days
The Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 23: Judgement Day. This week our nerds prepare for the eventual robot uprising by studying the Terminator films. We review the new film, Terminator Genisys, then travel back in time to stop Joe from making bad Arnold impressions. We failed. We sit down with cigar reviewer Eric Howard, the Cigar Commander, and talk the art of writing about cigars. We also learn about hover bikes, jet packs, and NASA blowing up asteroids in Science. Later in Nerd news we talk Spider Man casting, Nintendo theme parks, Batman games, and Dead Pool.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 22: SWAT Raptors
- The Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 22: Swat Raptors. This week our nerds take a trip to the islands and dig up some dinos, when we discuss all things Jurassic Park. We also talk about robotic replacement parts, hover boards, and Bill Nye’s latest space project in science. In Nerd News we look at all the cool things coming out of E3. We also sit down with Eric Carpenter if New Vision Tattoos in blowing smoke. We also review the Las Calaveras cigar from Crowned Heads and the latest special edition from Innis & Gunn.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 21: Disastrous
- Disastrous The Cigar Nerds Episode 21: Disastrous. This week our nerds hide in their bunker and await the end of the world as we talk about our favorite disaster movies. We also review the Leaf by Leaf by Oscar Cigars and sample the Nostradamus in beer 30. In Blowing Smoke we discuss or adventures at the Southern Cigar Festival and interview Glen Case of Kristoff Cigars, Nate McIntyre of Cubanacan Cigars, and Jim Robinson of Leaf by Oscar. In Nerd News we discuss the latest Fall Out, Batman, and Marvel Netflix news.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 20: Quick Stop
Quick StopThe Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 20: Quick Stop. This week our nerds take a look at the films of Kevin Smith, and talk about his importance to pop culture and podcasting. In Beer 30 we review the Terrapin Liquid Bliss and we try the Don Peppin Garcia Original. In science we talk about space swords, raining spiders, and a new fish. We also review Mad Max Fury Road and have an interview with Lou Ann of Cutters Cigar Emporium about the Southern Cigar Festival.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 19: Fast, Not So Furious
Cigar Nerds Episode 19: Fast Not So Furious. This week the nerd cave smells a little like gasoline and nitrous as we look back at the Fast and the Furious movies. In Science we talk about how glasses effect your drinking, super spiders, o-rings in space, and sunken treasure. In Nerd News to talk about Super Girl, Legends of Tomorrow, and Oculus Rift Specs. We also have a review of the My Fathers Cigar Lounge Exclusive and the ST. Bernardus Abt 12.
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Cigar Nerds Episode 18: Cinco De Cigar Nerds
Cigar Nerds Episode 18: Cinco De Cigar Nerds This week our Nerds celebrate Cinco De Mayo by looking at our favorite Latino actors, directors, and comedians. We even research the origins of the holiday. Also in science we talk about the hulk buster armor, gene modification, aliens, and weird things found in Florida. We also review Avengers Age of Ultron and Mortal Kombat X in Nerd News.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 17: Up In Smoke
Up In SmokeCigar Nerds Podcast Episode 17: Up In Smoke
This week our nerds celebrate 420 as only two guys who don’t do drugs can, by discusing all of our favorite stoner films. We talk about every thing from Cheech and Chong to Harold and Kumar. In science we talk alien radio signals, hydrating beer, and ancient ghost books. In News we recap all the Star Wars news coming out of Celebration and review Dare Devil. We also review the Antono Dark Corojo and the Corsendonk Pater.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 16: Tales From The Crypt
Episode 16 – Tales from the Crypt
- Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 16: This week things get a little creepy as we take a look back at one of the greatest horror series, Tales From the Crypt. We discuss its origins in comics all the way to the movies and TV. We also sample the San Lotano Oval and the Burnt Hickory Fighting Bishop. In Science we talk about seeing in the dark, making fuel from poop, and virtual reality. Also in Nerd News we talk new movie trailers, and the finale of The Walking Dead.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 12: Cogs and Conundrums
The Cigar Nerds Episode 12: Cogs and Conundrums. This week our nerds dust off their top hats and dive into the world of Steampunk. What the hell is Steampunk? Well, we sit down with the guys from the Ratchet Retrocast and try to figure that out in our intro to Steampunk special. Later we talk with author and radio host Travis Sivart about writing in a Steampunk world. In Science! we talk robot bar tenders, shotgun gardeners, and the end of the world.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 11: High Skool Reunion
The Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 11: High Skool Reunion. This week we get old school, all the way back to high school. We talk common themes in school movies and see how our own school adventures compare. In beer 30, we sample the Left Hand Brewing Wake Up Dead, and in Science we look at cloud cities and people who post too many selfies, you know who you are. And finally we talk CES and learn about new technology in Nerd News.
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Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 10: Parody Wars
The Cigar Nerd Podcast Episode 10: Parody Wars. This week our nerds venture into a galaxy far far away and take a look at parody movies and fan films inspired by Star Wars. We sample some Space Balls beer in Beer 30, and talk lasers, new planets, and life on Mars in Science!. Then in nerd news we talk about our future predictions for 2015 and see whats worth looking forward to in the new year. We’re Back!
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