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25 Hours of Grounded 2 | What Do We Think?
With 25+ hours under the belt, we break down Grounded 2 – what works, what doesn’t, and what could be added in future updates...
Other topics of discussion include but are not limited to: Daniel Day Lewis returning to cinema, The Batman: Part II - Alleged Script Leaks, Spider-Man: Brand New Day - Rumours & Theories, Indiana Jones & the Order of Giants DLC hype grows. Plus - Why did Ncuti Gatwa really leave Doctor Who...
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What Did We Just Watch? | Weapons (2025) Review
What the heck did we just watch!? Thundernerd 1 and guests dive deep into Zach Cregger's new film 'Weapons' – is it a cinematic masterpiece or a disturbing misfire?
Plus: Guessing The New York Times’ 'Top 10 Best Films of the 21st Century', 'Grounded 2' Initial Gameplay Thoughts, 'The Batman: Part II' to begin filming in Spring 2026 and 'Star Wars: Starfighter' casts its lead villain...
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CHAPTER POINTS:
(00:00) Intro<...
From Russia With Love: The Best Bond Nobody Talks About | James Bond 007 Retrospective
Is 'From Russia with Love' the greatest Bond film that no one talks about? We dive into Sean Connery’s iconic Cold War thriller and explore why this forgotten 007 entry might just be the franchise’s finest hour.
Plus: A huge piece of the puzzle is in place for 'Bond 26'as 'Peaky Blinders'’ Steven Knight is confirmed as the writer, the latest 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' costume is unveiled, 'Grounded 2' enters early access and a first look at Matt Smith & Austin Butler in Darren Aronofsky's new crime thriller 'Caught Stealing'.
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Return of the Western | The Unholy Trinity (2025) Review
Saddle up as we deep dive into The Unholy Trinity (2025) — the newly released Western that pairs Pierce Brosnan and Samuel L. Jackson in a tale of revenge, frontier justice, and buried secrets. With a modest $7 million budget and a striking Montana backdrop, does this modern Western resurrect the genre or ride it straight into the dust?
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CHAPTER POINTS:
(00:00) Intro & New Guest Arrival
(17:51) Yesterday's News
(36:31) The Unholy Trinity: Review & Breakdown
(01:06:29) MVP & Letterboxd Scoring
(01:30:46) Wrap-up
#TheUnholyTrinity #PierceBrosnan #SamuelLJackson #Mo...
Did James Gunn Just Save Superhero Movies? | Superman (2025) Review
James Gunn’s Superman (2025) is finally here – but is it the fresh start superhero movies have been crying out for? In this edition of the podcast, Thundernerd 1, Commander Riker and new guest Declango Unchained - sit down to talk down to talk everything Superman...
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CHAPTER POINTS:
(00:00) HBO Harry Potter: Costume Reveal and Leaked Set Photos
(06:42) Superman (2025): Full Discussion & Breakdown (Ft. Commander Riker & Declango Unchained)
(01:42:02) Wrap-up
#Superman2025 #JamesGunn #DCUniverse #Supe...
Dr. No: A Classic That Changed Cinema? | James Bond 007 Retrospective
This week, we’re going back to where it all began. Joined by special guest Mr Saint John Smythe, we take a deep dive into Dr. No (1962), the very first James Bond film that introduced Sean Connery as 007 and set the stage for a global phenomenon...
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(00:00) Watching Superman This Week!
(02:54) Latest Film, TV & Game News
(19:51) The Arrival of Saint John Smythe (New Guest)
(27:49) Amazon 007 Deal
(33:47) Bond 26 & Potential Spin-Offs
(38:45) Denis Villeneuve Chat
(43:32) Debunking James Bond Code-name Theory
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Close Encounters: Part Two | Signals, Saucers & Strange Interruptions
In this follow-up to our deep dive on alien encounters, we unravel more of the UFO mystery. From the infamous WOW Signal that stunned astronomers, to the bizarre Egg UAP Incident, to the mass sighting at Westall High School, and the hilarious Ashtar Command broadcast interruption — this episode explores the fine line between unexplained phenomena and something… otherworldly.
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(00:00) Pod Intro
(04:56) The WOW Signal
(21:10) The Egg UAP Incident
(27:56) The Westall High School UFO Encounter
(49:22) The Ashtar Command Broadcast Interruption
(01:04:48) Pod...
Rebirth or Rehash? | Jurassic World: Rebirth's BIG Problem
This week we kick off with the news that Dune Messiah has begun filming, the latest buzz around James Bond casting, and rumours of a Squid Game: USA spin-off. Brad Pitt has also teased the upcoming Cliff Booth spin-off, and Big Finish has just released their first Full Cast 13th Doctor Audio adventure. In gaming news, a former Rockstar employee has potential insight into GTA 7, an alleged Insomniac roadmap has leaked with huge Marvel game teases, and the PC specs for Grounded 2 have dropped. Plus, Peter Davison shares his thoughts on the current direction of Doctor Who. After the...
Jurassic World: Rebirth Is INSANE! | Full Breakdown, Spoilers & What’s Next for the Franchise
This week we kick off with the news that Dune Messiah has begun filming, the latest buzz around James Bond casting, and rumours of a Squid Game: USA spin-off. Brad Pitt has also teased the upcoming Cliff Booth spin-off, and Big Finish has just released their first Full Cast 13th Doctor Audio adventure. In gaming news, a former Rockstar employee has potential insight into GTA 7, an alleged Insomniac roadmap has leaked with huge Marvel game teases, and the PC specs for Grounded 2 have dropped. Plus, Peter Davison shares his thoughts on the current direction of Doctor Who. After the...
28 Years Later Full Review + Ranking Every Jurassic Park Movie | Ft. Huddersfield Girl & The D Man
This week, we kick things off with the long-awaited release of Death Stranding 2. Then we dig into fresh news on The Batman Part II, with Matt Reeves officially completing the script. We also unpack the rumoured streaming war heating up between Netflix and HBO for the future of Doctor Who. In huge franchise news, Bond 26 has found its director, and it’s none other than Dune mastermind Denis Villeneuve – is he the right choice to spearhead the next era of 007? Later, we dive into a full review of 28 Years Later with Huddersfield Girl, breaking down the film’s biggest moment...
Close Encounters: Part One | From Betty & Barney to the Flying Bigfoot
In this bonus edition of the podcast, we explore some of the most legendary and bizarre UFO cases ever reported — from the abduction of Betty and Barney Hill to the wild claims of Bob Lazar, secret tech leaks, eerie alien footage, and even UFOs in the Bible. We finish with one of the strangest tales yet: a Flying Bigfoot encounter.
Strap in for a journey through alien lore, government secrets, and unexplained encounters.
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(00:00) Hello old friend
...28 Days Later & 28 Weeks Later | FILM REVIEWS Ft. New Guest 'Huddersfield Girl'
New guest 'Huddersfield Girl' features today, as we dive deep into the 28 Days Franchise — breaking down both films plots, key themes, and the impact they’ve had on modern horror. We also cover the biggest Film and TV news of the week gone by: Tom Rhys Harries cast as Clayface, James Gunn’s comments on his “Batman problem,” Orlando Bloom and Producers comments around a Pirates of the Caribbean reunion, Dune 3’s twin casting announcement, Russell T Davies teasing future Doctor Who possibilities, and Babylon 5 Creator throwing his hat in the ring to run Doctor Who. A packed episode for horror f...
RTD vs The Streamer & Grounded 2 Revealed!
We kick off with some chat from the Mix Tape Q&A screening, before diving into casting news for Star Wars and Harry Potter, a new Doctor Who spin-off revealed, and Robert Eggers next project. Plus, we unpack streaming partner rumours around Doctor Who, react to the Grounded 2 reveal, and share thoughts on the recently released Jump Ship demo. Film, TV, and gaming fans — this one’s for you!
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(00:00) Mix Tape Q&A Scre...
007: First Light Trailer, Bring Her Back Review & Ranking Every Ncuti Gatwa Episode
A spoiler-free look at Bring Her Back, first impressions of Murderbot, the 007: First Light trailer, Knives Out 3 live trailer reaction, and The Witcher 4's tech demo. Plus, Tom Felton's Draco Malfoy comeback, Spider-Man 4 news, and a full ranking of Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor Who episodes.
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(00:00) Bring Her Back - Film Review
(12:31) Murderbot - Episode 1 Review
(22:15) 007: First Light - Trailer Thoughts
(31:53) Knives Out 3 - Live Trailer Reaction
(35:35) The Witcher 4 - Tech Demo Thoughts
(44:45) Sp...
Billie is back! | Doctor Who: The Reality War Review
The Doctor Who Season 2 Finale has come and gone. Out goes Gatwa and in comes Piper! Thundernerd 1 and The Ice Warrior break it all down...
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(00:00) HBO Harry Potter Casting News
(15:38) Rian Johnson talks Star Wars Return
(30:14) Bond 26 Director Update
(35:36) Doctor Who: The Reality War Review & Discussion
(01:38:52) The War Between the Land and the Sea - Trailer Reaction
Thundernerds Roundtable | Doctor Who: 'Wish World' Reaction & Discussion
Part 1 of the Doctor Who Season 2 Finale has arrived - 'Wish World'.
Thundernerd 1 calls in a round table meeting of the minds to discuss ...
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(00:00) The Interstellar Song Contest | Episode Thoughts & Controversy Discussion
(17:30) The Rani Post-credit Reveal | Thoughts a Week On
(30:15) Wish World | Review
(01:11:33) The Reality War | Trailer Reaction
(01:21:24) Wrap-up
RTD actually did it | Doctor Who: 'The Interstellar Song Contest' Review
Thundernerd 1 dives into Doctor Who S2 E6 'The Interstellar Song Contest' and gives his thoughts on Ryan Coogler's 'SINNERS'...
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(00:00) House Keeping / News from the week that was
(22:21) Movie Review (Spoiler Free): SINNERS
(32:08) Doctor Who Season 2 Thus Far
(34:13) The Interstellar Song Contest ft. 'The D Man'
(01:46:25) Doctor Who Reportedly Renewed for Seasons 3 & 4
BONUS: Doctor Who Season 2 Finale | Potential Major Spoiler Leaks
Thundernerd 1 and the Ice Warrior break down some potentially huge spoilers for the Season 2 finale of Doctor Who...
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(00:00) Major Potential Spoilers Leak on a Discord Forum...
(02:41) Major Potential Spoiler 1
(15:51) Major Potential Spoiler 2
(22:50) Major Potential Spoiler 3
(24:04) Major Potential Spoiler 4
(25:43) Major Potential Spoiler 5
One day, I shall come back...
Thundernerd 1 is back and joined by several guests to talk about the latest era of Doctor Who, as well as the recently released trailer for the hotly anticipated GTA VI ...
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(00:00) We are SO Back...
(06:59) RTD2 Discussion ft. 'Lady Penelope'
(40:24) 15th Doctor Era Discussion ft. 'Ice Warrior'
(01:40:36) GTA Trailer Breakdown ft. 'Ice Warrior'
(02:04:25) Doctor Who: S2 E5 Discussion ft. 'D Man'
(02:36:46) Podcast Wrap Up
