Part two of the Gents’s delve into the rich vein of confused nerd-rage/delight that is Avengers: Infinity War. How can a movie so good make eight-year-old me so mad? All this, plus Mark will go ahead and spoil 2019’s Avengers: Everybody was Skrulls.
Part one of an epic two-part episode discussing the nuance and finery that is the first half of Avengers: Infinity War.
Nuance is code for spoilers.
The Gents delve into their role playing pasts and conjure up stories of gaming greatness, fighting for best tale. And, maybe, cleric something? So, check for Mountain Dew and make a called shot to the Gazebo, as the Gents recall stories from gaming tables past.
In this episode, the Gents all share favorite hidden references and call-outs in various media
Fun Fact: Some people hide boiled eggs and egg-shaped treats in their homes, yards, and public parks. This is believed by many to be the origin of the term “Easter Eggs.” That, or some cockamamie story about Rocky Horror Picture Show. Either way.
The Gents discuss the best new-to-us media from 2017, no matter what year it came out. Not like certain award shows we could name, with their elitist, “no old stuff” attitude.
The Gents pay a visit to Wakanda to discuss the recent MCU outing, Black Panther. Unfortunately, the airline sent Joseph to Wisconsin instead of Wakanda (along with all of the luggage), so a jet-lagged Ben steps in.
The Gents talk about favorite nerd-literary romances, old and new, eternal and doomed. Dedicated to our understanding and delightful wives, our actual favorite nerdy romances.
The Gentlemen Nerds discuss favorite black characters in all media with DoubleToasted’s own Martin Thomas, in honor of the beginning of Black History Month. Emotional Touchstone not included.
Fun Fact: Falcon was in South America because his plane crashed on Exile Island, on the way to Rio de Janiero. Don’t let Mark forget it.
The Gents have a spirited round-robin discussion of film and television music that they still find themselves remembering, humming, and then breaking out into full-throated song. Only sometimes to the detriment of anyone in earshot.
Trademark, Copyright, and – Wait, wait, don’t go! It’s actually an interesting discussion! The Gents engage in a lively examination of the indelible marks left upon the trade of culture and the rights to copy same.
Legal Disclaimer: Just, seriously, c’mon.
