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Help, has The Walking Dead Gone Too Far?

Step into the apocalypse with the Help We’re Nerds crew as they revisit the world of The Walking Dead—a pop-culture juggernaut that turned survival into storytelling art.

With Ethan handing the reins to Kerry and Ashley for this one, the episode feels like a campfire chat—equal parts nostalgia, critique, and chaos. Together, they unearth the show’s biggest highs and haunting lows—from Sophia’s barn reveal and Negan’s brutal reign to the comic-book splits and the exits that left fans wrecked.

As the conversation shambles through the seasons, it explores how the series reshaped TV horror, the ethics of endless spin-offs, and the way grief, community, and moral decay fueled its power. Laughter, raw honesty, and a few fiery fan theories keep things alive as the trio debate what made the early seasons unmissable—and where the story lost its bite.

Buckle up for a raw, nostalgic tour through AMC’s undead empire—equal parts cultural critique, survival guide, and affectionate nerding-out—and stick around to share your favorite Walking Dead moment in the comments.

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Hosted by: Ethan Osborne

Featuring: Kerry Osborne and Ashlea Ayling

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Help, We’re Diving Into Horrorwood: A Nerdy Journey Through Monsters & Mayhem!

Step into spooky season with the Help We're Nerds crew as they unearth the genre’s roots and reveal how horror became a full-time obsession. With Top Nerd resurrected from her coffin and a host who calls her the “Michael Bublé of horror,” the episode spins a lively, curious tale that moves from 1896’s first horror shorts to Universal’s monster golden age, Nosferatu’s shadowy influence, and Bela Lugosi’s iconic Dracula.

As the conversation prowls through the decades, it traces the shape-shifting fears of each era—home-invasion slashers, the satanic panic, the rise of serial-killer fascination, and the modern turn toward TV dramas that use ghosts and monsters to examine grief, trauma, and technology. Along the way they riff on Stranger Things’ D&D references, the ethics of resurrecting icons with AI, and that unforgettable Final Destination twist.

Buckle up for a spirited, personal tour of horror fandom—equal parts film history, cultural critique, and affectionate nerding-out—and stick around to share your favorite scare in the comments.

 

Hosted by: Ethan Osborne.

Featuring: Ashlea Ayling

 

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Help, We're Taking the Rebirth of the DCU & Beyond!

Join Ethan and Rob as they trace a buzzing trail through James Gunn’s ambitious DC rebuild — from the fiery arrival of Man of Tomorrow and a volatile Supergirl and the Green Lantern corps.

Through sharp speculation, comic lore and laugh-out-loud banter, the hosts imagine surprising castings, unlikely team-ups, and the shadowy threads that could bind Superman and Batman, while unearthing lesser-known favourites like Booster Gold, Plastic Man and Deadman.

Whether you’re thirsty for casting rumors, character origin twists, or dreams of a Justice Gang-turned-Justice League, this episode reads like a roadmap of the possible — a storytelling tour that invites listeners to picture the DCU they want to see.

 

Host: Ethan Osborne

Featuring: Rob Garnett 

 

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Help, We're talking Greek Mythology in Pop culture!

Pull up a chair at the geek table where two lore-hoarding nerds (plus their unsuspecting NPC… Mum) unravel the eldritch spaghetti code of myth, pop culture, and seasonal chaos. From Percy Jackson’s “why-is-this-dropping-in-December?” questline to Orpheus cameoing like the original sadboi bard, this episode patches ancient mythos into the reboot multiverse with equal parts laughter, sibling banter, and Mom-agro.

Expect detours through Marvel’s timeline glitches, DC’s brooding mythopoetics, and cult TV Easter eggs that would make even Loki raise an eyebrow. Themes of music, betrayal, and overpowered protagonists get crit-hit analysis, while hot takes fly like Mjölnir across the table. Every adaptation becomes a new side quest in the infinite campaign of storytelling—and yes, the XP grind is worth it.

Stick around for the memes, the nerdfights, and the heartfelt reminder that myth never truly despawns—it just respawns in a shinier skin.

 

Hosted by: Ethan Osborne.

Featuring: Ashlea Ayling and Kerry Osborne.

 

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Help, We're talking Underrated disney movies!

Welcome back to Help, We’re Nerds Podcast, where you democratically (and quite passionately) decided that Atlantis is the most criminally underrated Disney film. 

Expect a nostalgia-fuelled ramble with Stargate gags, side-eye at Disney for neglecting gems like Treasure Planet and Onward, plus a deep dive into Milo’s quiet courage, Jim’s moody space angst, and Merlin being… well, Merlin.

By the end, you’ll have three films to rewatch and the sudden urge to yell at Disney: “Hey, remember your coolest movies?

Moleman's Name: Gaetan "Mole" Moliére

 

Host: Ethan Osborne

Featuring:  Ashlea Ayling, Caity Thomas & A Very Special Nerd

 

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Help, We're talking the real fantastic beasts!

Unearthing the Mythical Creatures of the Wizarding World

 

✨ Grab your wand and follow the Helpware Nerds Podcast into the misty wilds of myth! With Ethan and our Nerd of the Round Table Ashlea, as your merry guides, we’ll chase hippogriffs, greet phoenixes, and stumble upon hinky punks and grindelows lurking in the shadows of legend. Expect lively chatter and a creature-filled romp that’ll have Potterheads and myth lovers alike grinning like a niffler in a jewelry shop. 🪄🐉

 

Host: Ethan Osborne

Featuring:  Ashlea Ayling- Top Nerd 2024

 

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Disclaimer this episode was recorded prior to our Dragon episode!

Help, We're Talking Superman, Gunn's Masterpiece!

Welcome back, caped crusaders of couch commentary! On this episode of Help We’re Nerds, we laser-eye our way into James Gunn’s Superman—the DCU reboot that dares to say, “What if hope... but weird?” We’re talking Cavill flashbacks, Hoult glow-ups, and Nathan Fillion reminding us that even in space, sarcasm survives.

We dissect surprise cameos, nostalgic nods to Firefly and Arrow, and debate whether Gunn is building a cinematic Justice League or just assembling the coolest Comic-Con panel ever. Expect hot takes, cool capes, and absolutely zero chill.

So grab your Kryptonite popcorn and join us as we fly faster than a speeding plot twist through the mythos, the madness, and the multiverse. Because if you're into spandex, space drama, and overanalyzing fictional universes... this one's for you.

 

Host: Ethan Osborne

Featuring: Rob Garnett 

 

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Help it's the Battle of the Sams: Unveiling the Ultimate Sidekick!

In this power-packed episode, we’re diving deep into the multiverse of storytelling to answer one critical question:
Who is the greatest Sam of all time?

🏹 Samwise Gamgee – The ride-or-die hobbit who literally carried Frodo (and the entire trilogy).
📚 Sam Tarly – The bookish badass who rewrote Westerosi history from the back of the library.
🕯️ Sam Winchester – The demon-slaying, apocalypse-stopping brother with a tortured soul and a laptop full of lore.

We break down what makes these Sams more than sidekicks—they’re the emotional cores, strategic brains, and sometimes the actual heroes of their worlds. From Middle-earth to Westeros to Supernatural Kansas, these legends prove that “Sam” might just be a narrative cheat code.

Expect debates, deep cuts, and the kind of nerdy tangents that would make even Gandalf say, “You shall not fast-forward."

 

Host: Ethan Osborne

Featuring: Rob Garnett & Ashlea Ayling- Top Nerd 2024

 

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