The Nerd Companion

A place where I talk about nerdy interests, with guests, for entertainment purposes. Subjects ranging from video games, books, fitness, health, shows, movies and of course professional wrestling. Just about anything that down to earth nerds can discuss, or debate about. Kick off your sneakers, stay a while, but most importantly, nerd out.

The Nerd Companion is a comedy podcast hosted by Alexander Smith, with 46 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Alexander Smith hosts The Nerd Companion, a comedy show with 46 episodes published.

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  Episode #45

  TNC 45 ClashCast 2026 WWE WrestleMania With Frank

  Apr 14, 20261h 16mS2

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Chapters<br/><br/>00:00 WrestleMania 2026 Predictions Kickoff<br/>05:12 Analyzing the WrestleMania Card<br/>05:57 The Unsanctioned Match Dynamics<br/>09:34 Seth Rollins vs. Gunther: A Clash of Styles<br/>14:19 Fun Facts and Random Thoughts<br/>29:19 The Wrestling Legacy of Abraham Lincoln<br/>31:46 WrestleMania Match Predictions: Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton<br/>37:21 The Intercontinental Championship: AJ Lee vs Becky Lynch<br/>44:56 Night Two Preview: Brock Lesnar vs Omos<br/>51:47 Women's Championship: Jade Cargill vs Rhea Ripley<br/>56:07 Main Event: United States Championship Showdown<br/>01:00:52 The Return of the Demon: Finn Balor vs. Dominic Mysterio<br/>01:08:17 World Heavyweight...

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  Episode #44

  TNC 44: Stranger Things Season 5 Part 2 (Episodes 5-7) with Victor

  Dec 28, 202550 minS2

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Summary<br/><br/>In this conversation, Alexander Smith discusses the emotional depth and character dynamics of Season Five Part 2 of Stranger Things. He explores various theories regarding time travel, the role of the Mind Flayer, and the potential for character deaths. The conversation delves into the nature of evil, sacrifice, and the connections between characters, culminating in speculations about the future of the series and its characters.<br/><br/><br/></p><p>If you want to guest host for future content, please reach out to me on Instagram (the_nerd_companion) and we...

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  TNC 43: Stranger Things Recap and S5 V2 Theories with Victor

  Dec 20, 20251h 5mS0

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Summary<br/><br/>This conversation delves into the intricate storytelling and character development of the Netflix series 'Stranger Things'. The discussion covers the evolution of the plot across seasons, the introduction of new characters, and the emotional stakes involved. The speakers explore various theories regarding the Mind Flayer and Vecna, as well as the implications of character sacrifices and the potential outcomes for the series' future.<br/><br/><br/></p><p>Chapters<br/><br/>00:00 Introduction to Stranger Things<br/>06:36 The Nostalgia Factor<br/>08:32 Season Summaries and Character Development<br/>13:01 The Evolution of the...

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  Episode #42

  TNC 42: Stormlight Archive Book 2 Words of Radiance with Jared

  Sep 25, 20251h 55mS2

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this conversation, Alexander and Jared delve into the intricacies of Brandon Sanderson's 'Stormlight Archives', particularly focusing on the second book, 'Words of Radiance'. They discuss the writing style, character development, world-building, and the psychological themes present in the narrative. The dialogue explores the characters' struggles with mental health, the political dynamics within the story, and the moral dilemmas faced by the protagonists. Through their analysis, they highlight the depth of Sanderson's storytelling and the emotional resonance of the characters' journeys. In this conversation, the themes of power, identity, trauma, and heroism are...

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  Episode #41

  TNC 41 ClashCast 2025 WWE SummerSlam Reaction with Jon Poca!

  Aug 5, 20251h 5mS2

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode of ClashCast, Alexander and Jon dive deep into the highlights and shocking moments of SummerSlam 2025. They discuss the standout matches, including Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, the women's tag team match, and the main event featuring CM Punk and Gunther. The conversation also touches on the impact of celebrity appearances, particularly Logan Paul, and the potential of wrestlers like Karrion Kross and Sami Zayn. The episode culminates in a discussion about Seth Rollins' cash-in and its implications for the future of WWE storytelling. They discuss Naomi's evolution as a champion...

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