Episodes
It's been two years since Henry Winkler was on the show, and TWIG won it's first LAB Award for Best Interview with him. Two years later Henry Winkler returns to talk about our award and his visit to NOLA for Fan Expo 2023!!!
Published 01/07/23
"Spawn" Actor & Martial Artist Michael Jai White : Gifts for Geeks Special
The Week in Geek with D Squared. Sunday nights at 7pm on WRNO.com and the Free iHeart Radio App. If you want to be on the show or just leave a comment, go to Newstalk 99.5 WRNO or The Week in Geek on the iHeart Radio App and Click the Red Microphone Button to leave a 30 second message! Make sure you Click the SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss a new episode. Follow us on Twitter @TWIGradio and The Week in Geek on...
Published 01/05/23
The Week in Geek with D Squared. Sunday nights at 7pm on WRNO.com and the Free iHeart Radio App. If you want to be on the show or just leave a comment, go to Newstalk 99.5 WRNO or The Week in Geek on the iHeart Radio App and Click the Red Microphone Button to leave a 30 second message! Make sure you Click the SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss a new episode. Follow us on Twitter @TWIGradio and The Week in Geek on Instagram. 12/11/22
Published 01/05/23
The Week in Geek with D Squared. Sunday nights at 7pm on WRNO.com and the Free iHeart Radio App. If you want to be on the show or just leave a comment, go to Newstalk 99.5 WRNO or The Week in Geek on the iHeart Radio App and Click the Red Microphone Button to leave a 30 second message! Make sure you Click the SUBSCRIBE button so you never miss a new episode. Follow us on Twitter @TWIGradio and The Week in Geek on Instagram. 12/04/22
Published 01/05/23
NYT Best Selling Author, Journalist and Podcast Host Dana Schwartz joins the show to talk about her latest 8 part Podcast series from iHeart Media called "Stealing Superman". It's all about the theft of Action Comics #1 from Nick Cage (yes THAT Nick Cage) We also discuss her work on "Noble Blood" and her time in the Marvel Studio's Writer Room working on "She-Hulk : Attorney at Law".
In Top Nerd News we talk about the new "Night Court" series on NBC, as well as some Quantum Leap time travel...
Published 11/14/22
The Creator of Gears of War & Unreal Cliff "Cliffy B" Bleszinski stops by to talk about his new memoir "Control Freak". It's a no holds barred account about his entire life starting as a a Nintendo Champion, Game Maker, but also an awkward nerd, who lost his Dad, and even got molested.
Actor Zach McGowan from Starz "Black Sails" The 100 on the CW, and countless other film and tv credits, joins the show to talk about his new movie "Sanctioning Evil". We talk about his experience making...
Published 11/07/22
Creator, Producer and Host of the hit podcast "LORE" Aaron Mahnke joins the show to talk about his annual horror audio drama "13 Days of Halloween". Starring the voice talent of Clancy Brown, with a new episode dropping everyday leading up to Halloween. We also discuss some of his other amazing podcasts, and his comic book featuring the Duke of Wellington.
Author and Veteran Greg Melville stops by to talk about his new book "Over My Dead Body : Unearthing the Hidden History of America's...
Published 10/31/22
After a week of preemptions due to the NBA Pelicans game broadcasts, we're back on the air. In Top Nerd News we discuss "The Last of Us" trailer for the TV series on HBO. We also recast the "Naked Gun" after news of Liam Neeson is in talks for a reboot of the movie franchise. Later we get an update on NASA's DART mission for asteroid detection and demolition.
Skungy's Pick of the Week is "Everdell" which is...and I quote, "a charming worker placement board game." We also get an update on the...
Published 10/17/22
CONtraflow X bides farewell this weekend on Oct. 7th. After ten glorious years the fine folks at CONtraflow are saying goodbye. To help talk about all the events that will happen is one of the Show Runners Unity Rains. We talk about the guests, the special events, the Charity Auction, and of course, the Room Parties!
In Top Nerd News we discuss the NASA mission that may have inadvertently caused an Intergalactic War. The Reboot of the beloved classic movie "Time Bandits" and why D-Squared...
Published 10/04/22
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Cookbook Author Chelsea Monroe-Cassel joins the show to talk about her new Star Trek Cookbook. We discuss some of her past works which include Game of Thrones, Firefly, Star Wars, and Warcraft cookbooks. D-Squared is planning a Klingon Feast, and the go over some of her Klingon dishes including Grapok Sauce and Gagh.
In Top Nerd News we have a lot of Halloween themed stories. Spirit Halloween : The Movie actually looks kinda fun. The reimagining of Hellraiser on Hulu seems...
Published 09/26/22
Sam J. Jones aka Flash Gordon stops by to talk about his new movie "An Unlikely Angel" now streaming on Pure Flix. We discuss his first time playing a Grandpa in a movie, and then we try and get him to admit who his favorite NFL team might be. Spoiler....it's not the Saints.
Funny or Die Comedian, and now Director of "Dreamland : A Storming Area 51 Story" joins the show to explain his new Mockumentary. The guys discuss vision and hopes for the movie, but also what it took to make it...
Published 09/19/22
Legendary Comic Writer & Creator of Arkham Asylum : A Serious House on Serious Earth : Grant Morrison stops by to discuss his new book "Luda". We talk about his first literary novel, but also discuss his thoughts on the new movie "The Batman". Later we ask why the movies can't seem to get Superman right.
The Disney D23 Expo was still going on as we were doing the show. D Squared and Skungy try and cover as much of the information dump as possible. It all starts with Hocus Pocus 2, Willow,...
Published 09/12/22
The Speed Racer himself Emile Hirsch joins the show to talk about his new flick "The Immaculate Room" We discuss his new movie, his love of skateboarding, kids and of course Speed racer!
In Top Nerd News we discuss the fan revulsion of the casting of Luis Guzman as Gomez Addams. But the thing is the show is really about their daughter Wednesday Addams, which looks surprisingly good. Ezra Miller issues something resembling an apology, but is it from him or WB/Discovery? Later we talk about...
Published 08/23/22
Cassidy Freeman of "The Righteous Gemstones" & "Longmire" & Clark Freeman of "Narcos: Mexico" join the show. The siblings talk about the 10 year anniversary of their horror movie "Yellow Brick Road". We discuss the creepy ass movie music, and their sibling rivalry that escalated to murder???
In Top Nerd News we discuss the disturbing news that the Joker 2 will be a musical? Ezra Miller strikes again in Vermont, and D-Squared feels attacked by Netflix's "The Sandman" ultra fans who...
Published 08/23/22
Tonight we have Rachel Pizzolato as a Special Guest Co-Host. Fresh off her pageant win last night as Miss Pelican State 2022 she joins us live in-studio. We discuss what she's been doing lately...which is a lot. On the Red Carpet with Brad Pitt, learning vertical wall jumping from Tramp Daddy, Stunt woman choreography, and her 2 Patent Pending inventions. Find more info about her and her social media accounts here https://beautyandbrainswithatwist.com
In Top Nerd News we discuss the shelving...
Published 08/08/22
80's Star of "Teen Witch" & "Karate Kid Part 3" Robyn Lively is our guest. She talks about her new movie "Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters" on Pure Flix. We also discuss the Cult status of "Teen Witch" and the unforgettable rap "Top That"....she even raps some of it for us.
In Top Nerd News we discuss some of the San Diego Comic Con news that we didn't get to talk about last week. We start with the Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon starring Frankenstein....err I mean... Matt...
Published 08/01/22
Robot Chicken & Clueless Actor Breckin Meyer stops by to talk about his new movie "The Enormity of Life" We discuss the serious message of the movie that is wrapped in comedy, as well as his work on Robot Chicken. Later D2 and Breckin talk about their love of the old game show "Double Dare" and have a great idea on how to fulfill their childhood dreams of being on the show.
World Champion Wrestler, Cat Lover, and D&D Enthusiast, Paul "The Big Show" Wight drops in to talk about his new...
Published 07/25/22
Dave Coulier, Uncle Joey from "Full House", stops by to talk about his new show "Live & Local" Both Dave's talk about the butchering of their names, their time in the Radio Industry, and the lies put forth on Wikipedia.
Spencer Schneider, Cult Survivor and Author of "Manhattan Cult Story: My Unbelievably True Story of Sex, Crimes, Chaos & Survival". Spencer explains what he went through and how he was lured into "School". He also shares how and why he stayed in the cult for over 20...
Published 07/18/22
This week our guest is Former Army Intelligence Officer and New York Times Best Selling Author Jason Kander. We discuss the importance of his Memoir about PTSD and Veterans in crisis. If you or someone you love is a Veteran and needs help, call the Veterans Crisis Hotline 1-800-273-8255
In Top Nerd News we do a Spoiler Free review of "Thor : Love & Thunder". We also wonder how in the world Taika Waititi didn't know that Natalie Portman had been in a Star Wars movie. Then we honor American...
Published 07/11/22
Competitive Eating Champ Ed "Cookie" Jarvis stops by to talk about a new Documentary titled "Scarf Face" that exposes the seedy side of the competitive eating world. How much control does Major League Eating have over their eaters, and is the 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Championship rigged?
In Top Nerd News we get excited over the Hocus Pocus 2 news, we watch a movie in 2 minutes, and we try and figure out if AI is really sentient or just programmed that way. Later we get into the Stranger...
Published 07/05/22
This week things don't exactly go according to plan, but that's Live Radio for ya! Instead of replaying our Rick Springfield interview...we play a Listener's message from the iHeart Radio App!
In Top Nerd News we cover the news that Netflix is planning to create Ad-Tiered services that will reduce subscription rates. Netflix also lays off hundreds in an attempt to stave off the bleeding. But will anything help them during the Streaming Wars?
We also prepare for the final 2 episodes of...
Published 06/27/22
80's Rock Legend Rick Springfield joins the show to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his album "Working Class Dog". We discuss the new tour and re-recorded Live Album that he did in his living room. We also discuss his love of Sci-Fi, comics, and his love of acting.
Investigative Journalist & Podcaster Jesse Hyde stops by to talk about his new podcast from Novel & iHeart Radio "Deliver Us from Ervil" It's the story of the Mormon Fundamentalist Lebaron family, and their rise from Cult...
Published 06/21/22
Our Guest tonight is NYC Paramedic, and now author, Anthony Almojera. His new book entitled "Riding the Lightning" encompasses 2 years of his life starting just before the dawn of the Covid-19 Pandemic. The stories he tells are both inspiring and terrifying. The amount of money the NYC first responders are paid may shock you.
In Top Nerd News we cover the ongoing Legal problems of Ezra Miller aka The Flash. Also we discuss how the Voice of Batman, Kevin Conroy, shared his coming out story...
Published 06/15/22
Our Guest tonight is Keith Cooper of Blerd-ish.com who gives us his thoughts on the racist social media attacks on actress Moses Ingram who plays Inquisitor Reva in "Ob-Wan Kenobi" on Disney Plus. We discuss who these supposed "fans" are, why they continue to do it, and how Disney responded.
In Top Nerd News we cover the new "Willow" series, the Box Office numbers for Top Gun 2 "Maverick, as well as "the Batman" which appears to have made more money than "Dr. Strange". We also go over the...
Published 06/07/22
Denise Crosby who played Tasha Yar on Star Trek the Next Generation stops by to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of "Trekkies". She produced and hosted Trekkies and Trekkies 2 twenty five years ago and it's being remastered and re-released on Blu-Ray. We discuss the small numbers of new Star Trek fan groups, as well as Star Trek alumni at conventions who really love and respect the fans. We also ask if she may pop up in Picard Season 3.
In Top Nerd News we cover some Star Wars Celebration News,...
Published 05/30/22