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WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?We’ve decided to put the production on new episodes on hold at least until the end of the year. During that production break we’ll be discussing the future of Nerdhat. What do you think? Should this be our final season? If not, what are some changes, if any, you’d like to see to the podcast? Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?In celebration of the independent film "Battersea" now being available to stream, we are re-releasing this episode from 2025.  Richard sat down virtually with the film’s creators and Co-writers TJ Sandella & Jad Adkins along with lead actor Jesse Howland to dive behind the scenes of this wonderful film. Learn More about the Film Watch Battersea on...Prime VideoPlex FawesomeRelay Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?Join us as we dive deeper into the world of Coyote vs Acme. Can Will and Richard convince Laura to see the film? Listen to find out! Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?Within an hour of watching Coyote vs Acme in the theatre, Will & Richard sat down to share their initial reactions. A big shout out to Marketplace Cinemas of Winston Salem for providing both an enjoyable theatrical experience and for giving us the permission to record in one of their theater rooms. If you're passing through or live in Winston Salem, be sure to check them out! https://www.mpcws.com/Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?This week we cover the infamous live action adaptation of Akira Toriyama's work, "Dragonball: Evolution." Despite being a modest financial success, turning a small profit at the box office, the movie was roundly criticized by both audiences and film critics, receiving a 19% and 14% on Rotten Tomatoes, respectively. What do you think, Nerdhatters? Do you love or hate this film, or does like more in the dreaded land of "meh" for you? Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?We’re bringing back the battle, baby! To kick off season 8, we’ll be pitting Tom Holland and Zendaya against…….you guessed it - “Zendaya and Tom Holland!” The current King and Queen of Nerdy cinema are ruling the box office right now, appearing in both Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” and Destin Daniel Cretton’s marvel debut, “Spiderman: Brand New Day.” Which of these two epic films can we convince Laura to go see in the theatre? Stay tuned to find out!Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?Each year the RiverRun International Film Festival features special screenings for the whole family to enjoy. This year Richard took all four of his junior Nerdhatters to experience the "Films with Class: Elementary School" screening at the Reynolds Place Theatre. Afterwards he sat down in the grass at a local park to talk with them about their favorite animated shorts from the program. Their selections? - "Blu's" (2025, RedGod Studios)- "Sunspark" (2026, Neverthought Studios)- "Something Greater than You" (2026, LePage Creatives)- "The Cloud Herder" (2025, Daily Madness Productions)    This episode also includes an interview with animator Keith Cantrell ( @keithcartoons ). Keith conceived, wrote, directed, and animated the short film "Monkey Gino," which was selected to be a part of the "Saturday Morning Cartoons" lineup at this year's festival. Learn more about "Monkey Gino" and Keith's other projects: https://www.keithcartoons.com/monkeyginoLearn more about "Blu's" & RedGod Studios' other projects: https://www.redgodstudios.com/projectsLearn more about "Sunspark" and Danny Barque's other work: https://sunsparkmovie.com/index.htmlLearn more about "Something Great than You" and Gordon LePage's work: https://www.lepagecreatives.com/portfolio-collections/my-portfolio/something-greater-than-youLearn more about "The Cloud Herder" and Daily Madness Productions' work: https://www.instagram.com/dailymadnessproductions?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==*The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the Nerdhat podcast or its hosts.*Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?"Fentanyl overdose is the number one cause of death for 18–44-year-olds. Fentanyl can be as inexpensive as a cigarette and more than 100 times more powerful than morphine.  As overdose rates rise and stigma persists, THE HOTLINE is not just a story about crisis—it's a story about listening. Grounded in real-world harm reduction efforts, THE HOTLINE is a film about connection in the darkest moments, the power of empathy, and the quiet heroes working in the shadows to keep people breathing, one call at a time."     ~ breakthrufilms.orgOn a more serious note*, we decided to cover the documentary short film "Hotline" (2026), which won Honorable Mention in the documentary short film category at the RiverRun International Film Festival. It was co-directed by Ricki Stern and Jesse Sweet, who agreed to come on the podcast to talk about their most recent venture. If you or someone you know is battling an opioid addiction, help is available. Here are two resources which the filmmakers recommend: https://www.samhsa.gov/The "Never Use Alone" Hotline: 1-877-696-1996*The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the Nerdhat podcast or its hosts.*Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?The dark comedy thriller "Over Your Dead Body" was the Centerpiece screening at the 2026 RiverRun International Film Festival. We had a chance to sit down with actor Keith Jardine, who plays Todd in the film, to talk about his experience working on set with director Jorma Taccone and actors Jason Segel, Samara Weaving, Timothy Olyphont, and Juliette Lewis. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt34685692/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_7_nm_1_in_0_q_over%20your%20dead%20b*The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the Nerdhat podcast or its hosts.*Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more. 

WHAT’S IN YOUR NERDHAT?On day 2 of the RiverRun International Film Festival, we sat down with filmmaker @willthwaites to discuss the documentary film @crimeandparody which he wrote, directed, filmed, and co-edited. "Crime + Parody" begins with an account of Anthony Novak's legal conflict with his local police department in Parma, Ohio and expands to cover the story of another Ohio resident, Omar Arrington Bay, whose encounters with law enforcement ultimately led to his death. Along the way, the film addresses issues like freedom of speech, the importance of comedy as a check on governmental power, and the controversial legal principle of qualified immunity.      In addition to discussing the film, we also talked with Will about his career in the film industry, which has included projects as varied as Animal Planet's "Zoo" and James Cameron's "The Story of Science Fiction." "Crime + Parody" is his feature length directorial debut, and has already won him an award for best Director (at the Atlanta Documentary Film Festival) during its festival run. If you are listening to this episode prior to April 24th, you may be able to catch the final showing of "Crime + Parody" at the Marketplace Cinema here in our very own Winston Salem, NC. *The views and opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the Nerdhat podcast or its hosts.*Buy a ticket for the Friday, April 24th Showing of Crime + Parody: https://riverrunfilm.com/events/crimeandparody/#buynowFollow the Film on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crimeandparody/Follow Will Thwaites on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willthwaites/Love the podcast? Want access to additional content and updates? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nerdhatproductions/ or subscribe to our channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Nerdhatpod for access to video clips, news, and more.