Dave's Nerd Compendium

In this episode I tell you a story about a parent asking what comic book to start their kid on. That leads me to the discussion of Batman, in which this episode is about. I talk about the creation and a few of the bigger arcs Batman has been a part of. I also cover all the different media forms that Batman has appeared in. ]]>

This episode, while still sick, will be covering the Suicide Squad of the DC universe. I will cover the inception back in 1959, and who have all been a member of the squad. I also talk about any adaptation we have seen the squad on the screen. ]]>

In this episode I briefly remind us all of big new stories, top movies, and anticipated game releases. I also quickly cover some of the biggest deaths over the year. But to not end on a somber note, I talk about predictions and well thoughts for the new year. I only did a short episode due to me being sick. But I will be back next year and will hopefully be better! ]]>

Tis the season, and being the ‘Lonely Jew at Christmas’ you tend not to join in on the reindeer games. However, I do try to spread the Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Festivus (it’s for the rest of us) cheer in this episode. I will give you a run down and minor discussion on top 10 Christmas movies of all time, top 10/20-ish Horror Christmas movies, top 10 Christmas songs of all time, and top Funny Christmas songs. I also give you my top 5 of all time Christmas movies and songs. I again close out the episode with “Get Up” since it is Christmas Eve and you need to Get Up on the festivities. ]]>

In this episode I take the time to sit down with the CEO and creative mind behind Ankh Music Group, the one and only, True Pharaoh. We talk about his new album that dropped in the beginning of the month, how he comes up with his songs, and what the future holds with him and Ankh Music Group. I close out the show with his latest song, “Get Up.” And if you like the song, head over to YouTube and check out the video. ]]>

This episode I cover some of the recent nerdy news that has taken the nerdom by storm. From the casting of the Suicide Squad movie, the playing of a Pre-Earth Superman origin series, casting of the Marvel/Netflix series, and even the recent release of the Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens teaser trailer. ]]>

This episode was a lot of fun work to do. I got to meet a great individual (in person!!!!) and talk about his work, future work, and about his crazy success story. Then we turned on the mic and talked about how he is a nerd/geek and what brought him to the fame. If you haven’t guess I am talking about Dirk ‘Mother F-ing’ Manning!! I also got to have a conversation with two comic book creators that reached out from the UK, Darren Pearce and Stuart Jennett, to talk about their new mini-series Elena: Divinity Rising. A great time was had by all, and I hope you can check out everyone’s work. They are amazing!!!!! ]]>

This episode I start off with an apology for bad audio recording on the interview. The issue was discovered and resolved. But in the episode itself I talk about movies from the 1980s, but not just movies from the 80s. Movies that had been voted on as the top 100 movies from the 1980s. ]]>

This episode I spoke with Comic Book Resources writer Blake Northcott (@comicbookgrrl on Twitter) about her new book Final Empire of the Arena Mode Saga. I also talked with Eddie of Mindjello Games about their new game SpeakEasy (@SpeakEasyGame on Twitter). Both have Kickstarter projects going on – well, Blake’s ended Sunday night, but SpeakEasy is still going on. So please show them love!! ]]>

In this episode I cover the masterpiece that is the novel series by Anne Rice: the Vampire Chronicles. I give a quick overview of how she wrote her vampires as well as give you a list of all the books associated with the series. ]]>

This episode we cover a lot of current nerdly news. Articles ranging from the creation of a Supergirl television show, Pee-Wee Herman, Doctor Strange, and the iconic comic book movies being released between now and 2020. I also touch on the tragic and untimely death of Wayne Static of Static-X. ]]>

This episode I celebrate my 33rd birthday with you. And since Halloween is right around the corner I share with you some of the top 5 movies, video games, and television shows I would, will, and do watch around this season. ]]>

In this episode I sit down with the man behind the Bry-Fy Podcast, Mr. Bry-Fy himself. Bryan and I talk about comics, the books he is picking up and what he has dropped, his show, and some movie/television new. This special interview had to have it’s own personal show that had to come out this weekend. ]]>

In this episode I talk to up and coming comic book artist Joseph Schmalke. And we talk about his recently Kickstarter project ‘Infernal Pact.’ We also talk about how he does his work and also his thoughts on how you can create comics. ]]>

(While recording I got distracted and mentioned the wrong episode number, my apologies) In this episode I talk to the men of Nauvoo Games, the creative team behind Stockpile. Stockpile is a game of stocks where you bid on the stocks and see how your stocks hold up against those of the other players. They tell me you do not need any stock knowledge before playing. It’s a game for any knowledge level. You can find them on Twitter @NauvooGames, their website (www.nauvoogames.com), on Board Game Geek as Stockpile, and on Roll20.net where you can play a demo of the game – all you have to do is email Brett and set up a time to play. ]]>

In this episode, I tell you about a few of my favorite video games growing up. The Mega Man Series, Blaster Master, Double Dragon, Battle Toads…this is just a few. But I also cover some of the games that I couldn’t stand whether it be for control aspects, handling, or crappy game play. Games like Mutant League Football, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, or Karate Kid…again just to name a few. I also introduce a new segment to the show: Stump the Nerd. Here, I ask a random nerdy question and the first person to answer correctly on Facebook (link on www.davenc.com), Twitter (link also on www.davenc.com), or email dave.the.nerd.dnc@gmail.com and use #stumpthenerd (on Facebook and Twitter) or just “Stump the Nerd” via email, will be announced on the following show. ]]>

In this episode I talk about some of the latest nerdy news that has came across my computer monitor. Stories like Tusk’s bombing leading to Clerks 3 funding, three more minutes to the pilot of The Flash airing October 7th, will Deathstroke be a part of season 3 of Arrow starting October 8th, who will stake claim on Supergirl, and much much more. ]]>

In this episode I am honored to have as a returning guest the icon of FOSS, the Linux guru, the Zombie King himself, the one and only Mr. Jack Wallen. We start off by catching up since his last appearance on DNC but then we dive into an in-depth conversation on the topic of Linux. Have you used Linux before? Listen and find out…the truth might shock you. ]]>

In this half year episode, I give you the conclusion of the epic conversation I had with John Jimmers Bruske. We let our nerd flag fly and give you a taste of our nerdy goodness. ]]>

In this remarkable episode I am giving you not only the first ever returning guest of John ‘Jimmers’ Bruske, but also a great conversation that has lead to not one, but two great episodes. So not only will Jimmers be with me for my quarter century episode, but also my half a year episode. The topic of this episode is comic books and their film (movies or television) adaptations. ]]>