08th Dec2025

‘WWE Smackdown’ Review (Dec 5th 2025)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this review of this past Friday’s episode of Smackdown, right here on Nerdly. Let’s see what went down on this week’s show! Match #1: United States Championship – Ilja Dragunov def. Carmelo Hayes The following is courtesy of wwe.com: United States Champion Ilja Dragunov and Carmelo Hayes reignited their epic NXT rivalry, this […]

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08th Dec2025

The Filmmaker’s Podcast #481: Michael Shannon & James Vanderbilt talk ‘Nuremberg’

by Phil Wheat

Here’s the latest episode of The Filmmakers Podcast, part of the podcast roster here on Nerdly. If you haven’t heard the show yet, you can check out previous episodes on the official podcast site, whilst we’ll be featuring each and every new episode as it premieres. For those unfamiliar with the series, The Filmmakers Podcast […]

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08th Dec2025

The Silent Generation Is Gaming

by James Smith

I keep thinking about my neighbour Frank. He’s 74, a retired electrician, and last month he casually mentioned he’d been playing odds96 “with some guys from Scotland.” I must have looked confused because he laughed and said, “What, you think I just watch TV all day?” Turns out Frank’s not unusual. Not even close. The […]

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08th Dec2025

Baccarat strategy basics: how UK players can improve decision-making

by James Smith

The online casino industry in the UK has been a sought-after entertainment avenue for years already but there is one game that does not get as much attention as the rest. While players get lost in the myriads of online slots titles and the new live casino tables hosting blackjack and roulette games, not to […]

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08th Dec2025

How to Find Live Videos on Instagram Without Following (Fast Methods That Work)

by James Smith

Finding live videos on Instagram from users you don’t follow is something many people want to do — whether for research, safety, curiosity, or monitoring online activity. Instagram does not make this easy. You cannot open someone’s Instagram Live unless they are public or you follow them. That’s why people turn to external tools, especially […]

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08th Dec2025

Advanced Slot Strategy: When to Increase Your Bet and When to Walk Away

by James Smith

Most people spin slots on auto pilot. The bet stays the same, the mood swings with every loss, and the session ends when the balance hits zero. An advanced approach feels very different. The player walks in with a set bankroll, a time limit, and clear rules for when to raise the stake or close […]

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06th Dec2025

Nerdly Presents: NCBD – Episode 1

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to Episode 1 of the new Nerdly Comics series, Nerdly Presents: NCBD! Each week for NCBD (New Comic Book Day), I take a quick look at what I picked up, what stood out on the shelves, and which books added a little extra chaos to my pull list. Think of it as a weekly […]

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06th Dec2025

TNA secures massive new TV deal in the US

by Phil Wheat

AMC Networks and TNA Wrestling have dropped a massive bombshell: Thursday Night iMPACT! has a brand-new home in the U.S., and it’s none other than AMC. Yes, that AMC – the network behind some of the biggest, boldest, most obsessively-watched shows on television like The Walking Dead, Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Now they’re […]

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06th Dec2025

Nerdly Presents: Slab Return Reveal – Episode 2

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to episode two of Nerdly Presents: Slab Return Reveal! Today we’re cracking open a brand-new grading submission and seeing exactly what grades we pulled – the highs, the heartbreaks, and the surprises the graders threw our way. Whether you’re into CGC, PSA, BCCG, Beckett, CBCS, or MGC, this series is all about honest reactions, […]

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06th Dec2025

Horror maestro Federico Zampaglione returns with ‘The Nameless Ballad’

by Phil Wheat

Filming has officially begun in Fara, Sabina on The Nameless Ballad, the latest cinematic fever dream from Federico Zampaglione – and honestly, I’m losing my mind with excitement. As anyone who knows me knows, I’ve been a ride-or-die Zampaglione fan since day one. Shadow, Tulpa, The Well… this man has never missed, and we will […]

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06th Dec2025

Nerdly Presents: Physical Media Round-Up – Episode 1: November Pick-Ups

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to the first instalment of Nerdly Presents: Physical Media Round-Up, where we dive into the latest additions to the shelves – from boutique label boxsets and limited editions to 4K Ultra HD upgrades, Blu-rays, steelbooks, slipcovers, and everything in between. In this episode we take a closer look at new titles, collector editions, overlooked […]

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05th Dec2025

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ Review

by Matthew Turner

Stars: Josh Hutcherson, Elizabeth Lail, Piper Rubio, Wayne Knight, Matthew Lillard, Skeet Ulrich | Written by Scott Cawthorn | Directed by Emma Tammi Based on the popular video game series, the first Five Nights at Freddy’s movie became a monster hit in 2023, despite largely lacklustre reviews. Now there’s a sequel, the unimaginatively titled Five […]

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05th Dec2025

‘The Correction Unit’ VOD Review

by Pat King

Stars: Sonny Middleton, Bella Ramsey, Ziad Abaza, Elleese Bradshaw, Kristy Smedley, Jonny Phillips | Written and Directed by Derry Shillitto Written and directed by Derry Shillitto, The Correction Unit is a sci-fi horror flick about data harvesting, mind control, and the pretence of rehabilitation. Shawn (Sonny Middleton) finds himself in Brookfield’s Young Offenders’ Institute, his […]

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05th Dec2025

Fantastic Fest 2025: ‘The Curse’ Review

by James Rodrigues

Stars: Yukino Kaizu, YU, Yutaka Kyan, Tammy Lin, Mimi Shao, Ray Fan, Mondo Otani, Wan-Hao Chen, Yuhei Shirakawa, Raion Yoza | Written and Directed by Kenichi Ugana Having made features for nearly a decade, Kenichi Ugana has never failed to show his clear love for horror films. My experience with the director has been with […]

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05th Dec2025

‘TNA Wrestling’ Review (Dec 4th 2025)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of TNA Wrestling. Let’s get straight into the review of this week’s show – the last before the Final Resolution PPV tonight –  and see what went down on the show… Match #1: Brooks Jensen def. The Home Town Man The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com: We kick things off […]

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05th Dec2025

‘AEW: Dynamite’ Review (Dec 3rd 2025)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of AEW: Dynamite, which was broadcast from Fishers, Indiana, and continues this year’s Continental Classic. Also, AEW’s official recaps are getting rather long, so we’ll be making them more concise where we can to save your eyes! With that, let’s get into the review… Match #1: Continental Classic Gold League […]

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05th Dec2025

Mantic Universe Podcast – Episode 156: MUP Pannilore – WHP Update

by Chris Thomas

Here’s the latest episode of the Mantic Universe Podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. Listen to long-time Nerdly writer Chris and his co-hosts Clem, Mark, Walt and Fred share their passion for Mantic Tabletop games. Deadzone, Kings of War, Firefight and more! (Clement also likes Vanguard, take a shot every time […]

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04th Dec2025

‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues’ Blu-ray Review

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Rob Reiner, Harry Shearer, Valerie Franco, Jean Cromie, Kerry Godliman, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, June Chadwick, Fran Drescher, Griffin Matthews | Written by Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Rob Reiner, Harry Shearer | Directed by Rob Reiner Back in 1984, audiences were introduced to something truly unique: a mockumentary about a […]

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04th Dec2025

‘Bikini Nuns’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Chrissie Wunna, Anna Rakhvalova, Clara Legallais-Moha, Christopher Kouros, Nick Field, Joseph Heaps, Brynmor Leyshon, Dimitrios Pantos | Written by Alessandro Di Giuseppe | Directed by Sushank Kini Champdog Films – long-time purveyors of micro-budget British genre mayhem – are back at it again. But this time they’re swerving away from another horror sequel or […]

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04th Dec2025

‘Psychotronica Collection Vol.1: Delinquent Schoolgirls’ Blu-ray Review

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Michael Pataki, Bob Minor, Stephen Stucker, Colleen Brennan, Brenda Miller, George ‘Buck’ Flower, Jane Steele, Ralph Campbell, Zoe Grant | Written by Greg Corarito, John Lamb, Maurice Smith | Directed by Greg Corarito VCI Entertainment have long been known for releasing classic films, but in recent years, they’ve also dipped into the world of […]

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04th Dec2025

‘WWE NXT’ Review (Dec 2nd 2025)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of NXT, right here on Nerdly. Let’s get straight into it and see what went down on this week’s show! Match #1: Thea Hail def. Arianna Grace The following is courtesy of wwe.com: Thea Hail picked up a major win as she defeated Arianna Grace in convincing fashion. Grace found […]

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04th Dec2025

The History of Bad Ideas – Episode 627: A Glorious Mess You Can’t Resist!

by Phil Wheat

Emanating from their studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, The History of Bad Ideas sees hosts Jason, Jeff and Blake talk about all things geeky on their podcast. Whether it’s rumours of the latest comic book movies, debating who really is the worst villain of all time, discussing the latest comic issues or just wondering about life […]

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