Nerds of the Old Republic: The Drinking Person’s #Scifi Club

Hi everyone, and welcome to another Nerds book review, this time of Hummingbird Salamander by Jeff Vandermeer. In this episode, the intrepid hosts struggle to see the appeal of VanderMeer's 2017 novel, especially in light of his other, weirder books. They even challenge, erm, invite, Jeff VanderMeer to share his thoughts with them live, on a cast of his choosing. To chase away the bad aftertaste of slow-burn clifi with a weak mystery, the hosts rely on a fan favorite, The Kraken Rum, and then compare it a upgraded pick, Diplimatico rum from Venezuela. What they all agree on: both liquors will certainly help you forget about the impending climate disaster in real life, at least for a couple of hours. If you're interested in joining our next cast, check out cult and critic favorite, Mad Max: The Road Warrior as well as Mad Max: Fury Road. There is SO much to say about the leather in these two movies, and no, they hosts are certainly not going to shame anyone for their bedroom preferences. If you'd like to support this cast, please leave up to a five star review on whatever podcatcher you use - it's a free and quick way to really help us get the word out. If you're in the market for a book, please check out our bookshop.org site. Bookshop.org uses bookshops local to you to fulfill your online orders, supporting them in the process. Nerds of the Old Republic also gets a 15% commission on any purchases through our link, so it's a win-win-win! Until next time: Cheers, Nerds!

Thanks for listening as the hosts try a new liquor and talk up the book 36 Streets by Australian author TR Napper. There's so much for everyone in this title: Vietnamese war history, virtual reality, the most sophisticated propaganda and mindflay ever conceived, cyberpunk weapons, old school crime families and smoking. Lots of smoking. If that doesn't sound like a conversation worth listening in to, I do know that next, we're discussing our watch of Cowboy Bebop, the anime series. If you've never seen, it's available on Crunchy Roll or Hulu as a part of your subscriptions. It can also be purchased on Apple (though it is quite pricy there). Lastly, if you want to support the work we're doing for nerds around the world, please consider using our Bookshop.org link. It gives us a small cut of the sale for anything you buy using our link, and supports local books stores near you!

Join the hosts of Nerds of the Old Republic as they delve into George R.R. Martin's fascinating world of Westeros, focusing on the enchanting tales of Dunk and Egg from The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Explore the rich history and complex characters that populate these novellas, as the hosts discuss Martin's unparalleled world-building and storytelling prowess. From the thrilling jousts to the intricate political machinations, discover how these stories capture the essence of chivalry and adventure within a medieval fantasy setting. Along the way, enjoy the lively banter and occasional guest appearances as the hosts pair their discussions with their favorite beverages, sharing their candid takes on everything from historical inspirations to modern adaptations. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Martin's work or new to the realm of Westeros, this episode promises to be a captivating exploration of themes, characters, and the enduring legacy of one of fantasy's most prolific authors. If you'd like to support this podcast, consider passing it on to a like-minded friend or family member. It's a great, no cost way to support creators you enjoy. If you're in the market for a new book, consider using our affiliate link over at Bookshop.org. We get 15% of any sale through our link, and you support local bookstores, since Bookshop.org fulfills every online order through a local shop near you.

Hey there! And welcome to Nerds of the Old Republic - we're wrapping up the year with a tentative year-in-review in all things nerdy! On this cast, we're chatting about the following: Tolkien Star Wars George RR Martin Dungeons and Dragons And a big shout out to our friends at Za Bills - check out their great pizza reviews, and Buffalo Bills chat. Lastly, if you need a last minute holiday gift, why not support us AND a book store local to you? With our bookshop.org affiliation, you can do just that. Just use the link in our show notes and that's it! Bookshop.org will fill your order using a books store near you, we'll get 15% of your purchase, and your recipient will know you really, truly do know them because you got them the perfect gift. Thanks for your time, we know it's precious, and cheers!

We're going back to the well of The Weird, edited by the Vandermeers. In this cast, we're talking about Shirley Jackson, Jorge Louis Borges, and a story or two we each picked. Cuddle up with the tome, and read along -- this is a perfect fall read. Something new from us: Check out our Bookshop.org Store! If you want to support the cast, and read along with us, we're now working with Bookshop.org to help you get your Nerdy hands on what we're reading! Any purchase made through our link provides us a small affiliate percentage of your sale for no extra cost. AND Bookshop.org is the best way to support local book stores online! Bookshop.org supports local bookstores by giving local book stores a competitive online presence - and the orders are fulfilled directly by your neighborhood sellers! It's a win-win!

Hello and welcome to Nerds of the Old Republic! We're three friends who love reading nerdy fiction. We're taking a break from the reading this week to talk about Disney's The Acolyte, and it ended up also being about all of the Disney Star Wars Franchise. Star Wars not your thing? Next month, for two episodes, we're digging into an anthology of weird fiction appropriately titled, The Weird edited by Jeff and Ann Vandermeer. We're starting with "The Willows" and "The Penal Colony", but feel free to do your own, weird thing.

Hey there and welcome to the first episode in our fourth season! We're stretching our interests a bit with this one, but we're going to talk about The Goonies, that 1985 adventure movie with Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, Jeff Cohen, Ke Huy Quan, Kerri Green, Corey Feldman and directed by Richard Donner. Why The Goonies, you ask? Firstly because Mike had vowed never to watch it, and we got him to change a key aspect of his personality for the 'cast. Secondly, the Goonies are a different kind of nerd we've not yet touched upon -- the social pariah who is so simply because they refuse to be anything other than themselves. Who can't associate with that? Join us as we enjoy some Rocky Road martinis (if you're like me, you heard that in Sloth's voice), and share our lukewarm takes, it is just a few years old, after all.