Ol' Nerdy Bastards
Two nerdy bastards come together to review films, shows, video games, and more, while also discussing the biggest nerd news of the week. Nothing is off limits! Join us on this journey every week for one hour on Tuesdays as we debate, discuss and dissect your favourite fandom.
Episodes
105 episodes
We Hit 100 Episodes… and Got More Controversial
Episode 101 of Ol’ Nerdy Bastards keeps the momentum going post-milestone as Sean and Romi reflect on the journey to 100 episodes — revisiting past debates, memorable takes, and how their opinions have evolved along the way.Of c...
100 Episodes Later… Still Arguing About Movies
Episode 100 of Ol’ Nerdy Bastards is a milestone celebration packed with the kind of nerd news, reactions, and debates that got us here. Sean and the crew kick things off by reacting to the buzz around the upcoming Michael Jackson b...
Marvel, Romance & Movie Hot Takes with Friend of the Pod Sonia
In this episode of Ol’ Nerdy Bastards, Sean is joined by Sonia for a debate episode that quickly turns into a battle of perspectives, hot takes, and unapologetic opinions. The two dive headfirst into “Defend the Undefendable,” t...
Just Another Ol' Debate Episode
In this episode, Sean is back in the hot seat as Romi peppers him with fun games and uncomfy questions. He gets to build a team with $1000, with each tier taking away from his total allotment. They get into some This or That questions as well a...
Spider-Man Brand New Day Trailer, Comic Accuracy & Are We Burnt Out on TV?
In Episode 9 of Season 7, the Ol’ Nerdy Bastards dive into one of their most layered conversations yet, blending hype, nostalgia, and a bit of industry fatigue. The episode kicks off with a breakdown of the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trai...
The Internet Would Hate This Episode: Mad Nerdy Debates
Episode 8 of Season 7 pushes the debate format into full chaos as Romi and Sean tackle some of the most controversial takes in nerd culture. In “Defend the Undefendable,” each host is forced to argue for positions that would normally get...
Marvel’s Future, Green Lantern Reactions & GTA 6 Hype
Episode 7 of Season 7 sees Romi and Sean bouncing across the nerd universe as they break down the latest headlines and fan debates shaping movies and gaming. The episode kicks off with a discussion about War Machine and where the charact...
Heroes, Villains & Terrible Rankings
Episode 6 of Season 7 brings the debates back to their superhero roots as Romi and Sean go head-to-head in a series of nerdy challenges that test their instincts, opinions, and loyalty to some of the most iconic characters in comic book history...
The Nerds Oscar Predictions, Snubs & The Future of the Academy Awards
Episode 5 of Season 7 goes full prestige as Romi and Sean put their reputations on the line for Hollywood’s biggest night. The episode kicks off with their official picks for the Big Six — Picture, Director, Actor, Actress, and both Supp...
Debates That Escalated Quickly: No Rules, Just Regret
Episode 4 of Season 7 flips the script as Sean throws Romi straight into the hot seat for a debate episode that goes off the rails almost immediately. What starts as a competitive round of “Tower of Nerd” quickly collapses when Romi misundersta...
This Timeline is Weird: PlayStation Showcase Reactions, AI Content Debate & BAFTA Surprises
Season 7 rolls on with Romi and Sean stepping into the digital chaos, kicking things off with a candid catch-up about the rise of AI-generated “slop” and whether online content has officially entered its stale era. Are we drowning in algorithm-...
First Debate Episode: No Context, Just Chaos
In Episode 2 of Season 7, Romi and Sean turn the chaos dial up and put their reputations on the line. Starting with a 2026 Box Office Snake Draft, where they pick upcoming films and compete to see whose roster will dominate the global bo...
Sean vs Salmonella: Nerd News & Near Death
Season 7 kicks off with Romi and Sean back behind the mics after some time off—catching up on life, chaos, and the kind of birthday story only Sean could deliver (yes, it involves accidentally eating raw chicken). From there, they dive into the...
The Bastards 2025 Retrospective
In this special bonus episode, the Ol’ Nerdy Bastards hit rewind and take a look back at everything that defined 2025. Romi and Sean break down their favourite and least favourite movies of the year, finding common ground on stand...
Ho-Ho-Holiday Hot Takes: The Great ONB Holiday Debate
In this special holiday debate episode, the Ol’ Nerdy Bastards unwrap a sleigh-full of nerdy Christmas controversies, fandom hot takes, and festive what-ifs. From asking the eternal question—“Is Die Hard actually a Christmas movie?”—to a...
A Very ONB Holiday Meltdown
In this festive-but-chaotic holiday special, the Ol’ Nerdy Bastards dive into everything merry, messy, and mildly unhinged about the season. Sean and Romi kick things off by debating the most controversial question of December: When is it ac...
Achievements Unlocked: Old Man Yells at Console - The Video Game Debates
In this gaming-themed debate special, the Ol’ Nerdy Bastards ask the ultimate question: “Whatever happened to gaming?” Sean and Romi dive into the glory days of couch co-op, midnight releases, and the games that made them fall in love wi...
Respawned and Ready to Rant: Bastards Chat Video Games
The Ol’ Nerdy Bastards kick off this week licking their wounds after the Blue Jays’ World Series heartbreak, but the boys quickly trade bats for controllers as they dive headfirst into the world of video games.Firs...
The Spooktacular Bastards Halloween Special pt. 2 - the Sequel
The Ol’ Nerdy Bastards are back for another fright-filled Halloween special — and this time, it’s all about survival, scares, and spicy horror hot takes. In “Would You Survive?”, Romi and Sean test their odds against ic...
The Spooktacular Bastards Halloween Special
This week, the Ol’ Nerdy Bastards embrace the spooky season with a deep dive into all things horror. From blood-soaked slashers to bone-chilling hauntings, Romi and Sean share their favourite horror films and explore the ...
The Icon Off: Heroes, Legendary Moments, & Filmography Feuds
The Bastards are back for another fiery debate — and this time, Romi’s putting Sean in the hot seat. In this episode, it’s all about iconic performances and legendary moments. First, it’s a cinematic showdown of This or Th...
Whatever Happened To...?
In Episode 5, the Bastards fire up the time machine for a trip down pop culture memory lane with “Whatever Happened To…?" Romi and Sean dig into the stars, shows, and films that once ruled nerd culture — and then suddenly vanished from the spot...
A Bastards Debate: This, That, or Total Nerd Chaos
The Bastards are back in the hot seat as SP puts RC through the ultimate nerd gauntlet of This or That, Agree or Disagree, and Would You Rather. From choosing between the magic of 90s Disney or the brilliance of 2000s Pixar<...
Bastards Break the News and Rumour Round Up
In Episode 3, the Bastards saddle up for a Rumour Round Up packed with the hottest stories across DC, Marvel, and beyond. On the DC side, we dive into Peacemaker’s return, James Gunn’s cryptic Batman chatter (sorry Pattinson f...