The Christian Nerd Podcast

The Christian Nerd Podcast is an entertaining look at the intersection of the Christian faith and nerd culture. This is a great place to love Jesus and love Star Wars.

TCN Podcast - March 27, 2026 03/27/2026

TCN Podcast - March 27, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and tired. Scott starts the show by talking about a busy week and a half, but a great upcoming weekend. Approved for All Audiences has trailers for Moana, Spider-Man, and Harry Potter. He reviews Project Hail Mary in Let's All Go to the Movies. And in Jesus Time, Scott talks about being brave and asking for help. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Rocky hate Mark.” Approved for All Audiences - 4:56 Let's All Go to the Movies - 8:08 Jesus Time - 16:17 Goodbye - 22:41 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40639225

TCN Podcast - March 16, 2026 03/16/2026

TCN Podcast - March 16, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and unsubscribing. On this shorty of an episode, Scott talks about a great weekend, cleaning up his email, and cleaning up his eating on the weekend. Show Notes Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40493670

TCN Podcast - March 13, 2026 03/13/2026

TCN Podcast - March 13, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and getting better at his job. Scott starts the show by talking about recording in his car and looking forward to a fun weekend. Nerd News has stories about robots, Lanterns, mothers and Hobbits. Scott has a Countdown of the best and worst castings in the live-action Disney remakes. And in Social Media Sucks, he discusses how the Brick has made him a more biblical employee. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Mother knows best." Nerd News - 4:16 Countdown - 10:35 Social Media Sucks - 16:53 Goodbye - 22:07 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40422160

TCN Podcast - March 9, 2026 03/09/2026

TCN Podcast - March 9, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and thinking about 17 years ago. Scott starts the show by talking about his busy weekend and another busy week. He reviews Hoppers in Let's All Go to the Movies. And in TV Talk, Scott praises the Scrubs revival while thinking about God's goodness for the past 25 years. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "I can't do this all on my own, I know I'm no Superman.” Let's All Go to the Movies - 6:05 TV Talk - 10:32 Goodbye - 19:00 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40362645

TCN Podcast - March 6, 2026 03/06/2026

TCN Podcast - March 6, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and feeling a little hard-hearted. Scott starts the show by talking about a weird week at work and annoying his coworkers. Nerd News has stories about some upcoming movies. In Approved for All Audiences, Scott looks at traielrs for Boys, Toys, and finishing moves. And in Jesus Time, he talks about turning into Pharaoh and needing to offer more grace. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Yet Pharaoh’s heart became hard and he would not listen to them, just as the Lord had said." Nerd News - 3:44 Approved for All Audiences - 10:50 Jesus Time - 14:16 Goodbye - 19:26 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40337970

TCN Podcast - March 2, 2026 03/02/2026

TCN Podcast - March 2, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and using technology to battle technology. Scott starts the show by talking about the end of February and getting ready for a busy week. He reviews the movie GOAT in Let's All Go to the Movies. And in Social Media Sucks, Scott talks about the Brick device and how it has helped him be more intentional. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Take back your time.” Let's All Go to the Movies - 7:10 Social Media Sucks - 14:06 Goodbye - 20:39 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40277115

TCNOG Podcast - February 16, 2026 02/16/2026

TCNOG Podcast - February 16, 2026 The Christian Nerd of Godcast is back and heading to China. Scott and Tony T start the show with one of the best moments in their podcasting history together. To get ready for Avengers: Doomsday, they jump back into I See You MCU for Phases 4-6, continuing with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 I See You MCU - 12:55 Goodbye - 43:31 Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40121220

TCN Podcast - February 13, 2026 02/13/2026

TCN Podcast - February 13, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and loving the Happiest Place on Earth. Scott starts the show by talking about last weekend at Disneyland and getting ready for a long weekend. Nerd News has stories about Predator, Clayface, Helldivers, and Vin Diesel's giant head. Approved for All Audiences looks at trailers for random sci-fi movies, giant monsters, and Nic Cage being weird. And in Jesus Time, Scott talks about the small change that has helped him see his kids for the blessing they are. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "The Happiest Place on Earth” Nerd News - 6:02 Approved for All Audiences - 11:34 Jesus Time - 17:01 Goodbye - 22:20 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40095715

TCN Podcast - February 6, 2026 02/06/2026

TCN Podcast - February 6, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and keeping it short. Scott had a busy week filled with taxes and sick kids, so he keeps this episode short. He talks about Joshua Tree, Animal Crossing, and the Super Bowl. Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/40016125

TCNOG Podcast - February 2, 2026 02/02/2026

TCNOG Podcast - February 2, 2026 The Christian Nerd of Godcast is back and heading to China. Scott and Tony T start the show with one of the best moments in their podcasting history together. To get ready for Avengers: Doomsday, they jump back into I See You MCU for Phases 4-6, continuing with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 I See You MCU - 11:16 Goodbye - 38:42 Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39957960

TCN Podcast - January 30, 2026 01/30/2026

TCN Podcast - January 30, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and heading back to the island. Scott starts the show by talking about his week, which was weird. He reviews Project Hail Mary in Reading Rainbow. Scott went back to the island and he talks about his adventures there in Turnt Up for Turnips. And in Jesus Time, he discusses our deepest desires and what gets in the way of bringing those to Jesus. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Rabbi, I want to see.” Reading Rainbow - 4:23 Turnt Up for Turnips - 11:16 Jesus Time - 13:46 Goodbye - 21:24 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39932045

TCN Podcast - January 26, 2026 01/26/2026

TCN Podcast - January 26, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and going woke. Scott starts the show by talking about his weekend and getting to spend time with extended family. In Approved for All Audiences, he looks at trailers for One Piece, Star Wars, and He-Man. In the new segment, Star Trek Made Me Woke, Scott discusses how the situation in Minnesota made him think about an episode of Star Trek. And in Jesus Time, he talks about discernment and trying to figure out when to speak up. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "The party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command." - George Orwell - 1984 Approved for All Audiences - 7:38 Star Trek Made Me Woke - 13:50 Jesus Time - 21:39 Goodbye - 28:37 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39875465

TCN Podcast - January 23, 2026 01/23/2026

TCN Podcast - January 23, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and playing games with Clara. Scott starts the show by talking about his week and getting ready for company this weekend. And he plays a "Guess the Disney Movie from the Song" in Game Time. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 Game Time - 4:06 Goodbye - 12:35 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39847190

TCNOG - January 19, 2026 01/19/2026

TCNOG - January 19, 2026 The Christian Nerd of Godcast is back and heading to Mother Russia. Scott and Tony T start the show by talking about their 10-year friendiversary and the differences between parenting young kids and young adults. To get ready for Avengers: Doomsday, they jump back into I See You MCU for Phases 4-6, starting with Black Widow. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 I See You MCU - 11:34 Goodbye - 39:43 Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39780240

TCN Podcast - January 16, 2026 01/16/2026

TCN Podcast - January 16, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and getting ready to jump back into the MCU. Scott starts the show by talking about his week and an unexpected gift from the algorithm. To prepare for Avengers: Doomsday, Scott and Tony are going to fire up I See You MCU again; Scott kicks things off by ranking all 14 movies from Phases 4-6. And in Jesus Time, he talks about how his phone has made him inefficient in the things that matter most. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "The worst enemy of life, freedom and the common decencies is total anarchy; their second worst enemy is total efficiency.” - Aldous Huxley I See You MCU - 10:11 Jesus Time - 25:50 Goodbye - 32:38 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39755405

TCN Podcast - January 12, 2026 01/12/2026

TCN Podcast - January 12, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and making nerdy plans for 2026. Scott starts the show by talking about his weekend, which was very suburban and pedestrian. In Sportsin' Around, he talks about getting back into football because of his mom and news about the Cubs and Bears. Scott has The List about some of the nerdy things he hopes to accomplish in 2026. And in Jesus Time, he discusses leaving margin in our day-to-day responsibilities to do a little dreaming. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Mix a little foolishness with your serious plans. It is lovely to be silly at the right moment.” - Horace Sportsin' Around - 5:05 The List - 9:51 Jesus Time - 19:16 Goodbye - 24:06 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39694590

TCN Podcast - January 9, 2026 01/09/2026

TCN Podcast - January 9, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and trying to understand God's everyday faithfulness. Scott starts the show by talking about his week and trying to get back into the swing of things. Nerd News has stories about Star Wars, Superman, Spider-Man and the live-action Tangled. Scott looks at trailers for a Mel Brooks documentary and Avengers: Doomsday in Approved for All Audiences. And in Jesus Time, he talks about understanding God's faithfulness even when everything isn't falling apart. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "For great is your love, higher than the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies.” Psalm 108:4 Nerd News - 5:53 Approved for All Audiences - 16:25 Jesus Time - 21:05 Goodbye - 27:45 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39669965

TCN Podcast - January 5, 2026 01/05/2026

TCN Podcast - January 5, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and looking back at 2025. Scott starts the show by talking about his road trip to Oakland for a wedding. He has a Countdown of his favorite movies and TV shows from 2025. And in Jesus Time, Scott talks about discerning whether God wants us to focus on something new or reflect on the past. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "In looking back, I see nothing to regret and little to correct.” - John C. Calhoun Countdown - 8:32 Jesus Time - 19:10 Goodbye - 25:05 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39610355

TCN Podcast - January 2, 2026 01/02/2026

TCN Podcast - January 2, 2026 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and celebrating the New Year. Scott starts the show by talking about Christmas. He has A List of all the movies and TV shows he's looking forward to in 2026. And in Jesus Time, Scott talks about hoping for happiness in 2026, even though he knows happiness isn't the goal. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, whispering, 'It will be happier.'” - Alfred Lord Tennyson The List - 5:58 Jesus Time - 17:18 Goodbye - 22:14 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39587970

TCN Podcast - December 19, 2025 12/19/2025

TCN Podcast - December 19, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and trying to be more moderate. Scott starts the show by talking about his week and getting ready for vacation. Nerd News has stories about a live-action Gaston movie and some fan favorites returning to the theaters. Approved for All Audiences looks at trailers for the Muppets, Kryptonians, and creepy aliens. And in Jesus Time, Scott talks about how living with joy and moderation can help us show Jesus to more people. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Nerd News - 3:58 Approved for All Audiences - 14:21 Jesus Time - 20:27 Goodbye - 25:34 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39465215

TCN Podcast - December 15, 2025 12/15/2025

TCN Podcast - December 15, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and wanting to hang out with some synths. Scott starts the show by talking about his weekend and hosting his office Christmas party. In Let's All Go to the Movies, Scott reviews Predators, Prometheus, Alien: Covenant, and The Predator. And in From the Blog Scott shares his disdain for Elf on the Shelf. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Big things have small beginnings." Let's All Go to the Movies - 4:28 Predators - 6:39 Prometheus - 10:15 Alien: Covenant - 14:23 The Predator - 17:15 Updated Rankings - 19:10 From the Blog - 20:30 Goodbye - 22:58 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39406720

TCN Podcast - December 12, 2025 12/12/2025

TCN Podcast - December 12, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and feeling encouraged. Scott starts the show by talking about his week and getting ready for his office Christmas party. He looks back at a post about Christmas parties in From the Blog. And in Jesus Time, Scott discusses how even the smallest bit of encouragement can make a huge difference. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing." From the Blog - 5:42 Jesus Time - 11:02 Goodbye - 16:58 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39378545

TCN Podcast - December 8, 2025 12/08/2025

TCN Podcast - December 8, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and waiting for peace. Scott starts the show by talking about weekend and a busy upcoming week. In TV Talk, Scott talks about the first season of The Paper. In Countdown, he ranks the books in The Chronicles of Narnia. And in Jesus Time, Scott shares discusses how we've only caught a glimpse of Jesus' peace, but that it's enough. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 “And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." TV Talk - 5:44 Countdown - 11:07 Jesus Time - 18:53 Goodbye - 25:19 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39318465

TCN Podcast - December 5, 2025 12/05/2025

TCN Podcast - December 5, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and waiting for the light. Scott starts the show by talking about week and loving his new iPad. Nerd News has stories about Netflix buying Warner Bros, a bunch of video adaptations, and Black Widow heading to Gotham. In Let's All Go to the Movies, Soctt talks about trailers for upcoming moves like The Super Mario Galaxy movie and TV shows like Wonder Man. And in Jesus Time, Scott shares some thoughts about hope, darkness, and the first week of Advent. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 “On those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” Nerd News - 5:30 Approved for All Audiences - 23:24 Jesus Time - 28:59 Goodbye - 34:20 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39288175

TCN Podcast - December 1, 2025 12/01/2025

TCN Podcast - December 1, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and watching more movies. Scott starts the show by talking about his holiday weekend and getting to spend time with family. Scott reviews Wicked: For Good and Zootopia 2 in Let's All Go to the Movies. And he gets ready for Advent by looking at hope and Star Wars in From the Blog. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 “I have been changed for good.” Let's All Go to the Movies Wicked: For Good - 5:27 Zootopia 2 - 11:47 From the Blog - 16:15 Goodbye - 18:58 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39217480

TCN Pocast - November 24, 2025 11/24/2025

TCN Pocast - November 24, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and recording while driving. Scott spent his weekend getting the house together, but recorded an episode while driving to work. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, his love endures forever.” Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39156980

TCN Podcast - November 21, 2025 11/21/2025

TCN Podcast - November 21, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and trying to get settled in his new home. Scott starts the show by talking about all the furniture he has built and a busy week of training. After a month in their new house, Scott has a List of everything he loves so far. Scott reviews more Predator: Badlands in Let's All Go to the Movies. And he talks about fighting against the urge to keep working in Jesus Time. Show Notes Intro - 0:00 “I can survive on my own. But who would want to survive on their own?” The List - 7:29 Let's All Go to the Movies - 14:11 Jesus Time - 19:57 Goodbye - 26:35 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39119820

TCN Podcast - November 14, 2025 11/14/2025

TCN Podcast - November 14, 2025 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/39032245

TCN Podcast - October 20, 2025 10/20/2025

TCN Podcast - October 20, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and watching Aliens fight Predators. Scott starts the show by talking about his weekend and being a homeowner without a home. He reviews more Alien and Predator movies in Let's All Go to the Movies. And Scott talks about our need to pause and take a breath in From the Blog. Intro - 0:00 “Whoever wins…we lose.” Let's All Go to the Movies - 7:27 Alien: Resurrection - 8:39 Alien vs. Predator - 14:06 Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem - 20:15 Current Ranking - 28:21 From the Blog - 29:35 Goodbye - 33:26 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/38641100

TCN Podcast - October 17, 2025 10/17/2025

TCN Podcast - October 17, 2025 The Christian Nerd Podcast is back and stressed out. Scott starts the show by talking about his week and gives an update on the house. In What Are You Doing?, Scott discusses some of the old video games he's been playing. And in Jesus Time, he talks about being super stressed and how that's OK. Intro - 0:00 “I don't worry about stress. I create it." - Jim Mattis What Are You Doing - 5:24 Jesus Time - 9:38 Goodbye - 17:21 Like The Christian Nerd on Subscribe to the podcast on and leave a comment Or use our RSS Feed to subscribe: Email Scott at to get added to The Octagon. Thanks to for The Christian Nerd theme music. /episode/index/show/thechristiannerd/id/38615420

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