Episodes
Join your fellow Nomads as we venture into the irradiated wasteland that is the Fallout TV series! In this episode (with spoilers!), we'll be cracking open our Nuka-Colas and discussing the recent adaptation of the beloved video game franchise. We'll explore faithfulness to the source material, the show's lore and characters, and the themes of survival and hope in a post-apocalyptic world. Whether you're a seasoned Vault Dweller or a curious wastelander, this episode is packed with rad...
Published 05/17/24
Published 05/17/24
Hello Nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode for April of 2024! Pull up a lawn chair, grab a beer and gather around the warm glow of your screen and listen to Brandon, Eric and Dave talk about all of the video games, tv shows, movies, books and board games that they have been checking out this month. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels Nomads! Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month: LoudermilkFallout New VegasFallout 76Video game adaptations good...
Published 05/10/24
"Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" is a captivating addition to the legendary Star Wars saga, offering fans a thrilling and gritty tale set in a galaxy far, far away. The film takes place in the time period just before the events of the original 1977 Star Wars film, "A New Hope." It follows a diverse group of rebels who unite for a daring mission to steal the plans for the Empire's devastating superweapon, the Death Star. Led by the determined Jyn Erso, portrayed brilliantly by Felicity Jones,...
Published 05/01/24
"The Fellowship of the Ring" is a fantasy adventure film directed by Peter Jackson, released in 2001. It is the first installment in the "The Lord of the Rings" film trilogy, based on the novel of the same name by J.R.R. Tolkien. The film follows the journey of a young hobbit named Frodo Baggins, who is tasked with destroying a powerful ring that could bring about the end of the world if it falls into the hands of the dark lord Sauron. Frodo is accompanied by a fellowship of various...
Published 04/18/24
Hello Nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode for March of 2024! Pull up a gaming chair, grab a Dew, gather around the warm glow of your screen and listen to Brandon, Eric and Dave talk about all of the video games, tv shows, movies, books and board games that they have been checking out this month. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels Nomads! Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month: Dragon Ball Z: Kingdom 2 CrownsKingdom EightiesGhostbusters Frozen...
Published 04/04/24
"Looper" is a science fiction action film directed by Rian Johnson, released in 2012. The movie is set in a dystopian future where time travel exists but is illegal and only available on the black market. In this future, criminal organizations use time travel to send targets they want eliminated back in time to be killed by assassins known as "loopers." The protagonist, Joe, portrayed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt, is one such looper. He works for a crime syndicate in the year 2044 and kills...
Published 03/27/24
Hello nomads and let's talk about some obscure characters from the world of Star Wars. We're going deep, but we found some funny, some tragic tales to characters who either say one word in an entire film, or literally have just two seconds of screen time. We sourced a ton of information from our friends over at Wookiepedia.org. "Wookieepedia" is a fan-created online encyclopedia focused on the Star Wars franchise. It is a comprehensive resource that provides information on various aspects...
Published 03/14/24
Hello Nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode for February of 2024! Pull up a gaming chair, grab a Dew, gather around the warm glow of your screen and listen to Brandon, Eric and Dave talk about all of the video games, tv shows, movies, books and board games that they have been checking out this month. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels Nomads! Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month: Kena: Bridge of Spirits Balatro Twin Peaks Close to the...
Published 03/05/24
"The Green Knight" is a 2021 fantasy film directed by David Lowery, based on the Arthurian legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The story follows Gawain, the nephew of King Arthur, who accepts a challenge from the mysterious Green Knight. The Green Knight challenges any knight to strike him with his axe, under the condition that the knight must seek him out in one year's time to receive a blow in return. Gawain, eager for adventure and recognition, accepts the challenge and beheads the...
Published 02/27/24
Oldboy" is a South Korean psychological thriller film directed by Park Chan-wook, released in 2003. The story follows Oh Dae-su, a man who is mysteriously imprisoned in a cell for 15 years without knowing the identity of his captor or the reasons for his captivity. During his time in confinement, he is subjected to psychological torture and is left with no explanation for his imprisonment. Upon his sudden release, Oh Dae-su embarks on a quest for vengeance against those responsible for his...
Published 02/13/24
Hello Nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode for the beginning of 2024! Pull up a beanbag chair, grab a drink, gather around the warm glow of your screen and listen to Brandon, Eric and Dave talk about all of the video games, tv shows, movies, books and board games! (Oh My!) that they have been checking out this month. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels Nomads! Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month: PalWorldDunePrince of Persia: The Lost...
Published 02/05/24
"Apocalypto" is a historical action-adventure film directed by Mel Gibson and released in 2006. The movie is set in the pre-Columbian era, specifically in the declining Mayan civilization. The story revolves around a young hunter named Jaguar Paw, played by Rudy Youngblood, who lives with his tribe in the Mesoamerican jungle. The film begins with peaceful scenes of the tribe's daily life but takes a dark turn when they are attacked by a group of raiders from a more advanced and aggressive...
Published 01/30/24
Let's go back to when comic book movies were just starting to take over the box office. Its 2005 and director Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller release one of the most faithful adaptations for the genre. The movie is called Sin City. Maybe you've seen this one, maybe you haven't. We recommend that you check this movie out again only because there's nothing just quite like it. It does make you wonder why more movies try this look. Beyond the visuals, there is some heart to the short stories,...
Published 01/14/24
Hello nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode for the wrap up of 2023! Pull up a seat, grab a drink, gather around the warm glow of your phone and listen to Brandon, Eric and Dave talk about all of the video games, tv shows, and movies that they have been checking out this month. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels Nomads! Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month: Leave the World BehindBaldur's gate 3VampyrTrine 4Gen VMore Baldur's gate 3Trolls band...
Published 01/05/24
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Published 12/19/23
Hello nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode for November of 2023. Pull up a seat, grab a drink, gather around the warm glow of your phone and listen to Brandon, Eric and Dave talk about all of the video games, tv shows, and movies that they have been checking out this month. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels Nomads! Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month:  SteamWorld BuildAncestors: The Humankind OdysseyThe Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of...
Published 12/11/23
Hey you guys! We finally are talking about The Goonies, directed by Richard Donner and produced by the legendary Steven Spielberg.. Now this is a movie that was a big part of Dave and Brandon's childhood, but Eric wouldn't have been born for almost 10 more years. So what did Eric think of his first viewing? What makes this kids movie so special? And did Chunk ask his parents about adopting Sloth? Stick around until the end for a round of Treasure Trivia! Safe travels nomads and watch out...
Published 12/03/23
Hello Nomads! Yes you read that correctly, we're discussing Video Game Maps, UI and their importance in gaming. Tune in on your Thanksgiving drive to find out What makes a good video game map. Why do they put so many damn icons on the map? Grab a cozy blanket, enjoy your turkey coma and listen as we discuss this often overlooked and underappreciated aspect of gaming. Safe travels Nomads! Check out the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KiDV5HvXhUg
Published 11/21/23
Hello nomads and welcome to the land of India. This is the first for Brandon, Eric, and Dave to watch a modern movie here but it does not disappoint! Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and starring Rajinikanth, Jailer is a movie about revenge. We're new to this style of movie but overall we enjoyed the experience. Maybe it could have used 30% less slow motion. But check it out because we're sure you've never seen anything like this! Stick around at the end of the conversation for a round of...
Published 11/12/23
Hello nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode. Pull up a seat, grab a drink, gather around the warmth of your monitor and listen as the Nomads talk about all of the video games, tv shows, and movies that they have been exploring. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels. Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month: Sonic Frontiers, Fall of the House of Usher, Spider-Man 2, Mortal Kombat 1, The Barbie Movie, Cocoon, Mario Wonder, Ashoka Quick Review, Chained...
Published 11/07/23
Hello fans of horror, and fans of video games. This episode is dedicated to you! From creepy to cute, we played 7 video games to help you decide what to play next. Bramble: The Mountain King Signalis Darkwood Cult of the Lamb Dead Cells: Castlevania Edition SOMA Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed Stick around after our reviews for a round of "Indie Said What?!" Safe travels, nomads.
Published 10/29/23
Aye, tis there be a witch around here. Rest ye mind though, for we shall keep you safe. Fer now. Has ye watched the movie The Witch? What say you? Did ye like it? Did thou find it scry? Who be the witch? Was there a witch? Wast thou eating moldy corn? Join Dave, Eric, Brandon, and special guest, Thijis, for a breakdown about Eggar's debut feature film, The WItch. Stick around until the end for a round of Movie 20 Questions. By safe on thy's travels, nomads.
Published 10/27/23
Hello nomads and welcome to the dystopian late 80's. Yep, we've been here before, but this time we're wearing sunglasses. Why? Because we're talking about John Carpenter's They Live! So get ready to hear us react to seeing the movie for the first time and find out wether we think this movie has a long fight or if it's all out of bubble gum. This episode also bring back special guest, Mike, from the Games My Mom Found Podcast. This episode also has a round of Movie 20 Questions at the...
Published 10/12/23
Hello nomads and welcome to our monthly catch-up episode. Pull up a seat, grab a drink, gather around the campfire and listen as the Nomads talk about all of the video games, tv shows, and movies that they have been exploring. We hope you enjoy and as always, safe travels. Here is the full list of the things we talked about this month: Party Animals, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, F-Zero 99, Exists, Starfield, My Hero Academia, Brandon's local library, Jedi Survivor, TMNT:...
Published 10/04/23