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On this live Taco Tuesday, Phil and Jen bring another fun and fast episode of Distance Nerding. They kick things off with laughs, audience shoutouts, and reminders to subscribe. The duo covers everything from Spider-Man rumors and Marvel updates to drama renewals and surprise K-pop hits. There’s also DC casting news, Star Wars talk, and even ethical debates about where filmmakers choose to shoot. Special guest Sandra from DeLong Family Cosplay recaps Nova Con and teases the upcoming Tri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con. Whether it's serious fandom conversations or playful speculations, this episode is packed with everything nerds love.
17:00 Netflix’s K-pop Demon Hunters expands to trilogy and stage show
23:00 Buffy revival update and A Quiet Place Part III announced
30:00 Star Wars and Marvel news including Taika Waititi and Sean Levy projects
39:00 James Gunn responds to Comic-Con hecklers and toxic fandom
48:00 Filmmaking ethics and controversy over filming in Western Sahara
55:00 Sandra recaps Nova Con and previews Tri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con
1:10:00 Closing thoughts and call to action
Key Takeaways
Spider-Man rumors are heating up, with talks of Scorpion, Punisher, and Sinister Six potential
Marvel may be leaning into comic-accurate costumes, especially with reports around Cyclops
The Gilded Age continues to thrive and is confirmed for another season
K-pop Demon Hunters is proving to be a breakout hit with major expansion plans
Taika Waititi’s Star Wars project is still in motion with new collaborators
James Gunn urges fans to focus on positivity and creativity, not trolling
There’s growing conversation around the responsibility of filmmakers when choosing shooting locations
Nova Con had great energy and Tri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con is shaping up to be a big one
Memorable Quotes
“It’s Taco Tuesday. You know what that means. You are now experiencing Distance Nerding.” – Phil
“I have my ear to the ground – or an ear to the ground? I want that to be a thing.” – Jen
“Kindness is punk rock.” – Phil
“We don’t do gatekeeping here. Everyone’s welcome in this fandom community.” – Jen
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Listener Questions
What pop culture rumor do you wish were true?
How do you handle toxic fans in your favorite fandoms?
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Comic Con 2025 Mega Episode! | Chapter 234
Episode 234
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 • Duration 02:12:21
Jen has zero patience for giant cat people and The Walking Dead’s European vacation, while Phil’s just here trying to sling merch!
Plus, we’re joined by Thomas from The Geek Freaks Network to break down San Diego Comic-Con 2025 coverage — and the DeLongs drop in with Meadowlark Comic-Con goodness!
🤯 This Week on Distance NERDing:
🧑🔬 Fantastic Four Villain Rumors Explode
Marvel’s First Family is cracking open the vault — and Doom might not be the only threat.
🦾 Robert Downey Jr. as DOOM?!
Sources say RDJ’s Marvel return might outlive Secret Wars in a whole new role.
🐍 Dutch Might Be Back in Badlands
Fans of the cult hit, your favorite desert rogue may ride again.
⚔️ Anakin Skywalker Returns
Hayden Christensen rumored to appear regularly in Ahsoka Season 2.
👽 Margot Robbie Goes Sci-Fi Supersized
Tim Burton’s back. Robbie’s leading. Chaos is guaranteed.
👾 Chris Pine & Lily-Rose Depp Join Alien Comedy
Alpha Gang is giving space weirdness, laser beams, and prestige giggles.
Tudum and Dummerer | Chapter 226
Episode 226
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 • Duration 01:53:02
The Beard drags Graveyard out for a rare download appearance (seriously, mark your calendars). At this point, Jahmez is young enough to play a kid on Stranger Things, and Phil learns how to pronounce Aztec words live on mic—it’s both educational and horrifying!
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🎬 This Week on Distance NERDing:
🚨 Major Movie & TV News:
• Ryan Coogler’s SINNERS Sequel reportedly in development at Warner Bros.
• Hunter Schafer may play Princess Zelda in Nintendo’s live-action Legend of Zelda movie!
• Marvel Studios’ VISION series might feature a human version of Spider-Man’s E.D.I.T.H. AI from Far From Home.
• Nicole Kidman is rumored to play the villain in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
• The same Spidey movie might pit Spider-Man and The Punisher vs. The Hulk — because why not go full chaos?
• Ryan Gosling could be Marvel’s next Ghost Rider in Avengers: Doomsday.
• The Fantastic Four: First Steps actor Joseph Quinn teases the movie’s Other bad!
• A new rumor hints at Bryan Cranston joining the X-Men reboot — but who will he play?
• Could Deadpool, Wolverine, and Cable reunite in Ryan Reynolds’ X-Force movie?
Chapter 180: Phil Knows A Famous Persons Sister!
Episode 180
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 • Duration 01:48:51
Jenn still thinks transformer don’t make sense, SHDU over complicates his taco order again, and Jahmez is flabbergasted that Phil knows a famous persons sister but never brought it up!!!
This Episode we discuss:
Silver Age Comic Con is coming fast and Dave Haworth comes on to talk about it!
Has Josh Gad Written a new Spaceballs movie?
Will a Blade variant appear in Deadpool?
Is Marvel writing a Midnight Sons Film?
Are we getting a major cameo in Brave New World?
Have the Russos returned to Captain America?
Sony has greenlit a sequel for Uncharted
Jurassic World 4 has shared set details
The Transformers/ GI Joe crossover film has a writer
Jonathan Majors has landed his first role post conviction
Disney cast Catherine Laga’aia for its live action Moana
Paul Giamatti joins Star Fleet Academy cast
GoT spinoff TEN THOUSAND SHIPS is moving forward
Batman: Caped Crusader voice cast is revealed
Blue Beetle animated series is coming
Tim Meadows joins cast of Peacemaker season 2
Story details are revealed for DC’s Creature Commandos
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spiderman gets a premier date
Hollywood Legend Donald Sutherland passes away at age 88
Wrestling Legend Sika Anoa’i passes away at 79
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Synopsis is revealed
And Disney pens a deal with Dwayne Johnson’s 7 Bucks Productions
excited about Deadpool vs John Wick… it’s Distance NERDing!
Phil Still has no nice things to say about Sonys Spider Films, Jahmez can’t pronounce friend to save his life and Ash does not want the Only Fans assignment
This Episode we discuss:
Will Scream VII do a time jump?
Is Dua Lipa playing a major role in Disney’s Hercules?
Are Toby Maguire and Andrew Garfield coming back as Spiderman?
Do we have a new director for Spiderman 4?
Is Sony developing a new Spiderman Trilogy?
Is Thunderbolts actually a sequel?
The Latest GoT spinoff has a Director
Christian Slater cast in Dexter Prequel
The Title for Rain Johnsons next Knives out film is revealed
Steven Spielbergs next film is setup at universal
Kraven the Hunters release date has been pushed
James Wan to produce a “Darker Reimagine” of The Munsters
Rupert Friend cast in new Jurassic World Film
New Cast Members announced for Naked Gun Reboot
James Gunn reveals writers for Green Lantern Series
Disneylands Fantasmic returns
Shawn Levy is producing a Club 33 Film
Rob McElhenney is confirmed for Deadpool and Wolverine
X-Men ’97 is now rated as the highest Marvel property on Rotten Tomatoes
Wonderman will be a Marvel Spotlight series
Marvel is developing The Vision Series
And Apple and Marvel unveil its What if…? Apple Vision Pro exclusive game
Trying to figure out Steven Spielbergs alien obsession… it’s Distance NERDing!
Chapter 175: We Are NOT Affiliated with Madame Web
Episode 175
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 • Duration 02:08:06
SHDU confesses his love for another actress… because he has a type, Jenn has no idea who Paul Walter Houser is, Phil still hasn’t seen Rings of Power, and Jahmez joins the show for a total of 23 seconds!!!
This Episode we discuss:
We talk about the Trailers for The Bear Season 3, Star Wars: Acolyte, Tires, House of the Dragon Season 2, Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part 3, Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2, A Quiet Place: Day One, and Twisters
Is Shogun returning for a second season?
Will Spider-Gwen be getting her own live action film?
Is Dwayne Jonson playing Apocalypse?
Is James Wan Directing Spiderman 4?
Is Ryan Cooler directing Black Panther 3 and the live action reboot of The X-Men?
Paul Walter Houser is set to star in film based on Press Your Luck
Chris Farley Biopic lands at New Line Cinema
Edgar Wright to direct Barbarella remake
John Malkovich joins cast of The Fantastic 4
Ralph Ineson cast as Galactus
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew set for this Christmas Season
Lioness has been renewed for season 2
Ted renewed for Season 2
The Office Spinoff gets new synopsis
The Boys Renewed for season 5
Amazon Studios Road House lands a sequel
Amazon Studios moving forward with Tomb Raider Series
Frank Grillo joins Peacemaker Season 2
Mark Strong Confirmed in The Penguin
Batman: Caped Crusader gets a first look
Mark Hahmill is returning to the joker!
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow gets a release date
WB is developing 2 new Lord of the Rings Films
Andy Serkis returning to star and direct in The Lord of the Ringthe Rings: The Hunt for Gollum
Nicolas Cage officially starring in Spiderman Noir
Marvel’s Ironheart confirmed for 2025
Daredevil: Born Again premier window confirmed
Chapter 174: Epic Rants and Thundercats
Episode 170
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 • Duration 01:54:01
Ash from Comix joins us again and starts some amazing conversations, Jahmez shows up just in time to talk about Bluey the Video Game, and Phil goes ham about film studios making adaptations and not honoring their source material
This Episode we discuss:
Will Captain America Introduce Adamantium to the MCU?
Will Ben Affleck be playing a new character in the MCU?
Is Disney making a Kingdom Hearts Movie?
James Gunn gives a first look at David Corenswet’s Superman Costume
Brandon Lee’s The Crow returns to theaters for its 30th anniversary
Wednesday Season 2 starts production and Christopher Lloyd is confirmed
Michelle Yeoh is set to star in Blade Runner 2099 on Amazon
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe gets a release date
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas to star in new Comedy Power Ballad
Paul Walter Houser cast in The Naked Gun and Fantastic Four!
A New Synopsis has been released for Deadpool and Wolverine
Marvel studios will be limiting releases for shows and movies
And Sony is in talks to buy Paramount Studios
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• New details leaked for Avengers: Doomsday and Spider-Man: Brand New Day — featuring Doctor Doom, Savage Hulk, and Sentinels?!
🎭 Other Entertainment News:
• Ariana Grande joins Meet the Parents 4 with Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro.
• Ryan Reynolds and Colin Trevorrow team up for a sci-fi comedy about Area 51.
• James Cameron announces fantasy epic The Devils as his next film project.
• Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe star in a new comedy from the 30 Rock team.
• Welcome to Wrexham renewed for Season 5; Necaxa spinoff starring Eva Longoria drops this summer.
• King of the Hill reboot reveals opening credits — say hello to Adult Bobby Hill!
• EA cancels the Black Panther game and shuts down Cliffhanger Games.
📺 Streaming & Comic-Con Updates:
• All the biggest announcements from Netflix’s Tudum 2025 event.
• And it looks like Marvel Studios is skipping Comic-Con this year… again!?
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🧠 Keyword highlights: Marvel, Spider-Man, Avengers: Doomsday, Ghost Rider, Deadpool, Legend of Zelda Movie, Tudum 2025, Netflix, Comic-Con 2025, Bryan Cranston X-Men, Joseph Quinn Fantastic Four, Ariana Grande, Meet the Parents 4, King of the Hill Revival, Area 51 movie, James Cameron The Devils.
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🎙️ Cranhamming the sinister, one multiverse at a time… It’s Distance NERDing!
