Best The Nerd Council Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 22 - The Quintessential Faster Payments Beer Nerd with Reed Luhtanen, Executive Director of the US Faster Payments Council 37:41

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Reed Luhtanen, Executive Director of the US Faster Payments Council or "FPC" (www.fasterpaymentscouncil.org). They discuss the FPC's mission to facilitate a world-class payment system in the US, Reed's extensive experience in the payments industry, and his rol…

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview - Giuseppe “Sabè” Di Stefano | Shockheaded Peter Vol. 2 | Artist Spotlight 1:36:26

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview — Giuseppe “Sabè” Di Stefano | Shockheaded Peter Vol. 2 | Indie Comics | Artist Spotlight Step inside the creative world of Giuseppe “Sabè” Di Stefano, the dynamic Italian illustrator bringing haunting beauty, surreal atmosphere, and bold visual storytelling to the indie comic scene. In this USDN Podcast interview, The Cha…

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview — “GENERAL WASHINGTON & THE LIBERTY TREE #1” 1:28:09

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview — “GENERAL WASHINGTON & THE LIBERTY TREE #1” Guest: John Luzar — Writer/Creator Originally streamed: Thursday, November 13 @ 7PM EST 🔥 ABOUT THIS EPISODE What happens when a symbol becomes a battleground? In this USDN Podcast interview, we dive deep into the new Kickstarter comic General Washington & The Liberty Tree #1, a…

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Episode 21 - "The American Dream: The Traut Family's Superior Journey" with Kevin Traut, President and COO at Superior 33:38

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Kevin Traut, President and COO of Superior (www.superiorpress.com). They discuss the company's growth from a family-owned check printing business into a strategic partner for top U.S. banks. The centerpiece of Superior's offering is the Technical Assistance Ce…

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🎙️ USDN Podcast LIVE from Cape Con! 1:03:00

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🎙️ USDN Podcast LIVE from Cape Con! The Chairman and the Council of Nerds hit the convention floor for USDN’s first-ever live panel! Recorded live in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, this episode brings unfiltered energy and community spirit as the team dives into indie comics, TMNT nostalgia, and the storytelling roots of wrestling. Now streaming on all …

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “POWERSCAPE — The Game That Rules the Future” 1:24:10

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “POWERSCAPE — The Game That Rules the Future” Guest: Donal Thoms-Cappello (Writer | Creator) Runtime: ~60 minutes Tone: Futuristic | Philosophical | Sci-Fi Spectacle In the 28th century, survival means winning the game. Join The Chairman of The United States Department of Nerds (USDN) for a deep dive with Donal Thoms-Capp…

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Episode 20 - The Start of a New Beginning: Real Time Payments for Business with Lori Burns, Founder & CEO of RUBYFIVE 37:05

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Lori Burns, Founder and CEO of RUBYFIVE (www.therubyfive.com). RUBYFIVE helps businesses take control of their cash flow by going beyondtraditional automation and embracing cutting-edge payment technologies. Lori discusses her vision for revolutionizing busin…

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Episode 19 - The Village, the Venturer, and his Next Big "V" Thing with Shai Stern, Founder of gotavi 44:46

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Shai Stern, founder of GoTavi (www.gotavi.co), a business orchestration platform designed to streamline the entrepreneurial journey. Shai shares insights on the purpose of GoTavi, the challenges faced by small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), and the import…

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Episode 18 - "Koxa, Kíke and Konnecting Banks & ERPs" with Camellia George, Co-Founder and CTO at Koxa 36:58

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast host Seth Marlowe interviews Camellia George, Co-Founder and CTO of Koxa (www.koxa.io). Koxa builds ERP banking connections to support information transfer and address trouble spots for corporate treasuries seeking account statements and payment initiation. They discuss her journey in mov…

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “ZombieCON Vol. 1 — Cosplay, Carnage & Con Culture” 1:03:30

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “ZombieCON Vol. 1 — Cosplay, Carnage & Con Culture” Guests: Kyle Valle (Director & Co-Writer), Erin Áine (Lead Actor & Co-Writer) Welcome to the United States Department of Nerds, where fandom meets the apocalypse. This week, The Chairman sits down with Kyle Valle and Erin Áine — the creative forces behind 🧟‍♀️ ZombieCON …

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Episode 17 - Live from AFP in Boston with Treasury Curve CEO Aron Chazen and CPO Peter Lang 16:50

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, Seth Marlowe interviews Aron Chazen and Peter Lang of Treasury Curve (⁠www.treasurycurve.com⁠) recorded live from the exhibit hall of the AFP conference in Boston. Aron is CEO and co-founder of Treasury Curve while Peter serves as the firm's Chief Product Officer. They discuss the confer…

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USDN Podcast: “Memoirs of the Morbid: The Orange Edition” 42:10

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🎙️ USDN Podcast: “Memoirs of the Morbid: The Orange Edition” — An Evening with Grant Lankard & The Ghoulmaster Step inside the crypt with The Chairman of The United States Department of Nerds (USDN Podcast) as he sits down with Grant Lankard, creator of Beowulf, League of Cryptids, and the haunting horror anthology Memoirs of the Morbid. This episo…

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🎙️ USDN Podcast: The Speed of Independence with Apogee Comics 1:38:09

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🎙️ USDN Podcast: The Speed of Independence with Apogee Comics Buckle up and get ready to move at the speed of imagination! 🏁 In this episode of The USDN Podcast, The Chairman sits down with the creative team behind Apogee Comics — Nick Garber, Matthew Jasso, and Harshstroke — to talk about their electrifying new indie superhero series, Quickwire #1…

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Episode 16 - "Life in the Fasten Lane" with Jacob Zachs, Founder & CEO of Fasten Rewards 23:11

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, Seth Marlowe interviews Jacob Zachs, the Founder and CEO of Fasten Rewards (www.fasten.cc). Jacob discusses the inception and development of Fasten Rewards, a credit card designed to reward consumers for their auto-related expenses including auto loans and auto leases. He shares insights…

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“THE PLAGUE: ILL FATE — Vengeance Rises in the Shadows of New Orleans” 1:17:27

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “THE PLAGUE: ILL FATE — Vengeance Rises in the Shadows of New Orleans” A Halloween Special Presentation from the United States Department of Nerds (USDN Podcast) 🕯️ Step into 2030 New Orleans — a city drowning in corruption, sin, and smoke. From the ashes of betrayal rises THE PLAGUE: ILL FATE, a supernatural-action horro…

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“Something Wicked Blooms in the Bayou” — A Halloween Special Presentation 1:38:33

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: “Something Wicked Blooms in the Bayou” — A Halloween Special Presentation Step into the haunted neon glow of 1980s New Orleans as The Chairman of the USDN Podcast sits down with Christopher R. Ford, creator of the hit Kickstarter comic DARK PINK — “The World’s Freshest New Comic Adventure.” This cinematic Halloween episod…

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Episode 15 - "The Lady in Red is Whispering with Me" with Bridget Meyer of Redbridge Treasury & Debt Advisory 30:26

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, Seth Marlowe interviews Bridget Meyer, a seasoned expert in treasury and bank fee reporting. Bridget shares her journey from working in government to her current role at Redbridge Treasury & Debt Advisory (www.redbridgedta.com), discussing the intricacies of bank fees, the importance of …

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Episode 14 - "The AI Talkcast Takeover" with AI podcasters Tessa Logix and Max Ledger 16:52

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe shows off his work using Google Notebook LM producing a pair of AI podcasters named Tessa Logix and Max Ledger. Tessa and Max dissect the first series of Talkcast Podcast interviews and discuss the themes in treasury and payments from this initial group of podcast guest…

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Episode 13 - Cash, Sports Coats and Karaoke: "The Ernie Humphrey Experience" with Ernie Humphrey, CEO of Treasury Webinars 32:08

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Ernie Humphrey, CEO of Treasury Webinars (www.treasurywebinars.com) and 360 Thought Leadership Consulting and host of his own podcast, "Treasury Truth or Dare". In this engaging conversation, they discuss Ernie's journey from a treasury manager to a thought leader in…

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Two Worlds, One Nightmare | In Our Dreams Awake #3 – John McGuire Indie Comic Kickstarter Interview (USDN) 1:28:13

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview — John McGuire: In Our Dreams Awake #3 | Dreampunk Indie Comic Kickstarter Welcome back to the United States Department of Nerds Podcast, where we’re for the people, by the people, and of the people. In this episode, The Chairman sits down with John McGuire, writer of In Our Dreams Awake #3 — a haunting, genre-bending drea…

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Film to Fantasy: E.B. Kogan & Jessica Silvetti on Shockheaded Peter 1:20:31

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview w/ E.B. Kogan & Jessica Silvetti — Shockheaded Peter Vol. 2 Film to Fantasy: E.B. Kogan & Jessica Silvetti on Shockheaded Peter Welcome back to the United States Department of Nerds Podcast! I’m The Chairman, and today we’re diving into the haunting, fantastical world of Shockheaded Peter, the second installment of a 3-par…

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Episode 12 - Not a Cardiologist nor a Psychologist but a Bankologist with Bala Narasimhan of Intellect Design Arena 37:09

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In this episode of The Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Balakrishnan "Bala" Narasimhan, a seasoned banking transformation leader who works for Intellect Design Arena (www.intellectdesign.com) as the Head of Solution Consulting for the Americas. They discuss Bala's journey in the banking industry, the evolution of banking …

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USDN Interview | Ben Lacy – Shark of War #9 (Kickstarter Live Now!) 1:05:51

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USDN Interview | Ben Lacy – Shark of War #9 (Kickstarter Live Now!) Welcome back to The United States Department of Nerds (USDN)! 🎙️ Today we dive into one of the most outrageous, high-octane indie comics on the scene: Shark of War 🦈💥. Joining me is Ben Lacy (writer/artist/creator) to talk about the epic finale of The Whales of War Arc in Shark of …

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Writing Imperfect Superhumans: The Story Behind Zip | USDN Interview with Mike Scrase 54:55

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Writing Imperfect Superhumans: The Story Behind Zip | USDN Interview with Mike Scrase Hello Council Members! I’m The Chairman of The United States Department of Nerds (USDN), and today we’re diving into the world of ZIP — the British comic about flawed superhumans that doubles as a smart commentary on disability. Joining me is Mike Scrase (Writer),…

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Episode 11 - Go Ahead, Dare me to Create a Treasury LLM with Dave Robertson of CashPath Advisors 34:57

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In this episode of the Treasury Whisperer's Talkcast Podcast, host Seth Marlowe interviews Dave Robertson, Managing Director at CashPath Advisors (www.cashpathadvisors.com). They discuss Dave's extensive career in banking and consulting, his experiences at various firms, and the innovative work being done at CashPath Advisors, particularly in the r…

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Episode 10 - Payments Professor (Bow) Ties One On with The Whisperer with Kevin Olsen 29:20

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Kevin Olsen, known in the industry as The Payments Professor. Kevin is the Senior Vice President of Innovation & Strategy at Pidgin (www.pidgin.net). The Whisperer and The Professor discuss the role of Pidgin in facilitating instant payments, the adoption rates of instant payment networks RTP and FedN…

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Episode 9 - Oh Crumbs, Not Used to being on this Side of the Mic with Mike Richards of The Treasury Recruitment Company 36:34

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Mike Richards, Founder and CEO of The Treasury Recruitment Company (www.treasuryrecruitment.com) and Host of the Treasury Career Corner podcast. Mike shares his journey from teaching to becoming a leading figure in treasury recruitment. Discover the challenges and triumphs of building world-class trea…

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Episode 8 - Visionary Treasurer now Developer of Visionary Treasury Software with Ed Barrie of Treasury4 38:43

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Ed Barrie, Founder and Chief Product Officer at Treasury4 (www.treasury4.com). They discuss the evolution of treasury management systems, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges of data management in the treasury space. Ed shares insights on how Treasury4 aims to revolutionize treasury operat…

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Episode 7 - The 411 on Invention and Innovation in Finance and Treasury with Tanya Kohen of Wave Access 38:54

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Tanya Kohen, Global Head of Finance Practice at Wave Access (www.wave-access.com) and host of the "Invention Mode" podcast. Tanya is a seasoned corporate finance practitioner and leader in treasury management. Seth and Tanya discuss her journey from traditional treasury roles to her current position a…

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When Good Looks Kill: The Origin of Greg | Duke Electric Interview 1:01:06

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📺 When Good Looks Kill: The Origin of Greg | Duke Electric Interview | United States Department of Nerds (USDN) Hello There, it's The Chairman of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN)—where we are for the people, by the people, and of the people! In this episode, we’re joined by the multi-talented Duke Electric—creator, writer, and artist be…

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Episode 6 - PepsiCo Treasury Intern to Banking Strategist with Alyson Stone, Founder and CEO of Attion Consulting 34:21

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Alyson Stone, Founder and CEO of Attion Consulting (www.attion.com) and Author of the Bankeration Banking News Roundup (www.bankeration.com). They discuss Alyson's extensive career in the financial services industry, her experiences as a Treasury summer intern at PepsiCo, emerging banking leader at Si…

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Episode 5 - Poof! From Banker to Digital Assets Evangelist with Lynne Marlor, Co-Founder of Women in Digital Assets Forum 28:54

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Lynne Marlor, Co-Founder of Women in Digital Assets Forum. Listen as we delve into Lynne's inspiring journey of a seasoned financial professional who made a bold transition from traditional banking to the cutting-edge world of blockchain and fintech. Discover how Lynne's curiosity led her to embrace b…

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Episode 4 - Not just "Demo Woman" Anymore with Tracey Knight, Co-Founder of Real Treasury 32:05

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Tracey Knight, Co-Founder of Real Treasury. Tracey shares her extensive experience in treasury technology consulting. They discuss the unique approach of Real Treasury (⁠www.realtreasury.com⁠), emphasizing unbiased technology selection and the importance of understanding client needs. Tracey highlight…

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Season 7: Episode #012 - Zombies, Spoofs & Spider-Man: Nerd News Roundup 1:26:21

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The boys are back with a jam-packed news roundup! Ludo, Timi, and Joey dive into the latest from film, TV, anime, and comics, with their usual unfiltered takes and banter. This week, the Council breaks down: Disney reportedly developing Cool Runnings 2 with an all-female bobsled team – do we need it? Crunchyroll teaming up with Delta Airlines to br…

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Episode 3 - Just "Let it Go" with Angela Murphy, Vice President of Marketing and Solutions at Pidgin 27:47

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Dr. Angela Murphy a/k/a "Payments Elsa," Vice President of Marketing and Solutions at Pidgin (www.pidgin.net). Angela is a leading voice at the intersection of faster payments, artificial intelligence, and fintech innovation. Listen as we talk about the origin of her "Payments Elsa" nickname; the evol…

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Episode 2 - Soccer Hall-of-Famer from What Exit? with John Rubinetti of Deluxe 32:36

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with John Rubinetti, President of B2B Payments at Deluxe. With a wealth of experience and a pivotal role at Deluxe (www.deluxe.com), John shares insights into the evolving landscape of payments and the innovative strategies driving success. Discover how Deluxe is shaping the future of payments and what it …

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Press Start: Bruno Catarino w/ new Kickstarter - Crimson Bay 1:02:58

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Hello there, it’s The Chairman of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN)—where we are for the people, by the people, and of the people! In this episode, I sit down with Bruno Catarino to talk about his brand-new comic book project, Crimson Bay—a dark, action-packed series inspired by 1990s fighting games and brought to life through Kickstarte…

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Episode 1 - Queens in da House with Wayne Brown of The Walker Group 22:45

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Seth Marlowe, The Treasury Whisperer talks with Wayne Brown, Managing Partner of The Walker Group. Wayne is a former banker that moved to Fintech and entrepreneurship. His boutique consulting firm focuses on Fintech clients looking to partner with banks. Wayne is a masterful networker and non-recruiter recruiter. His many webinars and in-person eve…

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Season 7: Episode #011 - 17 Years & 36 Movies Later... 1:19:48

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In this episode of The Nerd Council Podcast, we dive headfirst into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we rank every single MCU film from Phases 1 through 5; from Iron Man to The Marvels. With over 30 movies to dissect, we debate the highs (Infinity War, Winter Soldier) and call out the lows (Thor: The Dark World, anyone?). Expect hot takes, unexpect…

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Episode 0 - Where’s my theme music? 4:00

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Welcome to Episode 0 of “The Treasury Whisperer’s Talkcast Podcast”. Get introduced to the concept for this podcast as host Seth Marlowe figures out the mechanics of recording and distributing a podcast. As for intro or theme music. Just not there yet. Seth's stated goal: to become the Jimmy Fallon of late-night treasury, banking, payments and fint…

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"Writing Imperfect Superhumans: The Story Behind Zip" 1:52:25

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What happens when superheroes aren’t perfect? In this deep-dive interview, The Chairman of the United States Department of Nerds sits down with Mike Scrase, writer of Zip—a British indie comic published by Markosia Enterprises that redefines what it means to be superhuman. Together, we explore: 🔹 The Creator Origin Story – Mike’s comic book beginni…

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Season 7: Episode #010 - Hope For A New Generation 1:29:05

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James Gunn is ushering in a bold new era for the DC Universe, starting with the most iconic superhero of all time. In this episode, the TNC squad dives deep into everything we know (and speculate) about Gunn’s Superman. From David Corenswet’s debut in the cape to the stacked supporting cast and the film’s place in the wider DCU reboot, we unpack it…

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Sketching Life, One Panel at a Time - A Chat with Francisco Hnilo 1:17:01

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🎨 Inside the Mind of Vitalerium’s Artist: Francisco Hnilo Interview | Comic Book Art, Webtoons & More In this exclusive USDN interview, we sit down with Francisco Hnilo—the talented artist behind Vitalerium—to dive deep into his creative origins, process, inspirations, and what's next for this visually stunning comic series. From storyboards to pos…

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Season 7: Episode #009 - The State of The Galactic Empire 1:23:31

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This week on The Nerd Council, we’re diving headfirst into the galaxy far, far away to examine where Star Wars stands in 2025. With Disney doubling down on its streaming strategy following the sequel trilogy, we look at the current slate of projects—from The Mandalorian Season 4 and Andor Season 2 to The Acolyte and Skeleton Crew—and question wheth…

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VeVe x Star Wars: What’s Next for Digital Collectibles? | Interview with Dan Crothers-VeVe Co-Founder 1:01:54

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VeVe x Star Wars: What’s Next for Digital Collectibles? | Interview with Dan Crothers In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Dan Crothers, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of VeVe, to explore what's coming to the platform—especially for Star Wars fans! From AR-enhanced Stormtrooper helmets to Mandalorian dioramas, this is your insider look into the gal…

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Season 7: Episode #008 - The League Of Mentally Disturbed Heroes* 1:30:09

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We’re diving into Marvel’s latest release: Thunderbolts*...Sorry, The New Avengers! With a line-up of former villains, antiheroes, and fan-favourites like Bucky, Yelena, and Red Guardian, we’re asking: is this Marvel’s answer to the Suicide Squad — or something entirely different? Does this film hold up to the rest of Phase 5? What does the formati…

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Vitalerium Unveiled: World-Building, Adaptation, and the Journey from Page to Panel 1:52:11

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Vitalerium Unveiled: World-Building, Adaptation, and the Journey from Page to Panel | Podcast Interview Join us for an in-depth conversation exploring the making of Vitalerium: Descent Into the Void, a sci-fi epic that bridges the gap between prose and sequential storytelling. In this episode, we dive into the origins of the Vitalerium universe, th…

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Ben Lacy Talks Samson #2 – Indie Comic, Revenge, & Kickstarter Reveal! 1:01:36

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In this episode of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN), we sit down with indie comic creator Ben Lacy to dive into his latest Kickstarter project — Samson #2. This isn’t your typical superhero tale. Samson is a gritty blend of revenge, war, and horror set in an alternate-history world that challenges the boundaries of comic storytelling. 🎙…

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Season 7: Episode #007 - "THINK, MARK!" 1:30:36

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This week on The Nerd Council, we’re diving into all three seasons of Invincible, breaking down the most jaw-dropping moments, standout character arcs, and the show's evolving themes. From the iconic train scene and Omni-Man’s brutal betrayal to the chaos of the Mark War and the blood-soaked battle with Conquest, we explore how Mark Grayson has gro…

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Season 7: Episode #006 - Gaming On The Big Screen Gone Wrong 1:49:23

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What Is The Best Video Game Movie Adaptation? In this episode of The Nerd Council Podcast, we look at the best and worst video games adapted to film and TV! From Super Mario to Castlevania, The Last of Us to Uncharted - what video game has had the best adaptation? We discuss what it takes to make a great video game adaptation and what has caused ma…