Expertise is OverratedThe complete file
Every question, argument, and suspiciously confident answer from Sean and Vib.
Hello, and welcome to episode 98 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We are back in the wonderful world of Tolkien, casting judgement on not just some elves, but arguably the mightiest elves to have ever lived: the Noldorin High Kings.
Hello, and welcome to episode 97 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Vib's making his ponderous way through the Stormlight Archive, so now that he's finished a book, we're talking about it! We march through Words of Radiance, gettin Vib's first impressions, what we love, what we don't love, the whole 9 yards. Spoilers galore! This was always going to be a series...
Hello, and welcome to episode 96 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. OK, so we should probably apologise for this one. It's barmy. We cross the streams of two VERY different media. And the results are... weird. Turns out 40K doesn't sit that well alongside the Legendarium. Who knew. Anyway... enjoy?
Hello, and welcome to episode 95 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Much like Sanderson himself, it seems like we had more to say on the Stormlight Archive than expected. So, in what's not quite a Part 2, but kind of is, here's a deep dive on worldbuilding, themes, characters and just general Stormlight nonsense to keep you busy.
Hello, and welcome to episode 94 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Vib's reading a new series and we're all very excited to talk about it! We dive through the Way of Kings, Vib's first impressions, what we love, what we don't love, the whole 9 yards. Spoilers galore! This one feels like it could be a series... See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In a new series (being released in Early Access over on Patreon), Sean and Vib are diving back into You Wake Up As, starting with eveyone's favourite doomed hero Ned Stark. So sit back and enjoy as we realise this one is actually, shockingly, really, really easy. Make sure you get in touch and let us know who you'd like us to cover next! Could be absolutely anyone, just send us your ideas. Twitter
Hello, and welcome to episode 93 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In what we can almost call another Red Hot Review (check us out being topical), we chat about the latest installment in HBO's adaptation of George RR Martin's literary universe - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. We're talking Dunc, we're talking Egg and we're talking all things Hedge Knight. Spoiler, it's pretty good, as is our chat (of course)... See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 92 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In what we can almost call a Red Hot Review, we chat about the latest installment in the Dresden Files - Twelve Months. Listen along as we break down the major themes and minor details yet somehow still miss probably 90% of the storyline. It doesn't matter, because there's more Harry Dresden and that's a great thing! See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 91 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In a return to one of our favourite IPs, Sean and Vib bring their characteristic calm, good nature and introspection to a not at all heated topic. Just kidding. It's Star Wars, it's the Force, it's morality. Sparks fly and characters are impugned as we consider just how nasty we can get about Yoda. See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 90 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Creative Asembly just announced a whole host of exciting things. We've got Nagash and the End Times. We've got the new historical title everyone's been waiting for in Medieval 3. And of course, we've got Warhammer 40K. We're delighted to again be joined by Lionheartx10 to discuss all things Total War! Come join us on discord to share your thoughts on these announcements. See you next time for some more absolute nonsense! #TotalWar #CreativeAssembly #Warhammer #40K #Med3 #Lionheartx10 Lionheartx10 YouTubeLionheartx10 Twitch Discord Website
Hello, and welcome to episode 89 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back with another rendition of "fixing the stupid" where we revisit things that are objectively bad and, well, fix them. This week, we take aim at one of the most impressive fumbles in entertainment history: season 8 (and a bit of 7) of Game of Thrones, the HBO phenom that enthralled everyone for 5 seasons. Until they messed it up. Luckily, we're here. Let us know if you agree, and if you don't, come tell us how you'd fix it! See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 88 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Lists, glorious lists! This time, we are ranking superheroes, mostly based on vibes. Who is the strongest, who has the best personality, who just really spoke to us? There will be some controversial opinions in here and no doubt Sean and Vib will be yelling at each other, so come give it a listen! See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 87 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back to talking about our favourite wizard Harry (that's right, we said it) and are finally tackling the question - what on earth (or what in the never never) happened at Arctis Tor? Who was blasting Hellfire everywhere? How come there was nothing but bones? Did Mab plan it all? Do we come up with convincing answers? You tell us! See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 86 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, in the wake of the news of Prime Videos's Wheel of Time being cancelled after three seasons, we chat about what's up with streaming services cancelling good shows. And how the should have cancelled some that weren't. Yes, looking at you GoT.... See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 85 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This is the third iteration of our "You wake up as" series where we discuss what we would do if we wake up as fictional or historical characters at a certain point in their lives. We once again find ourselves in the 41st millennium as we awaken as the Wolf King, Primarch of the Space Wolves. The Imperium is a wreck and most of our brothers are gone. Our mission: figure out what in the Emperor's name is happening and sort out all the mess. See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 84 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We turn our attention back to the film behemoth that is the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we think ahead to the next Avengers film in the lineup - Doomsday. What do we make of the enormous cast? Is RDJ coming back a good thing? Is it a plot point? Come along as we figure out what we might want from this film and Marvel in general. See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 83 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. There is chatter of an upcoming Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, so we thought we'd revisit Sunnydale and definitively put beyond any doubt that Xander is the hero. Wait... That doesn't sound right, does it? Listen along as we try to figure out who the "main character" is in the beloved classic 90s (yes, that long ago) supernatural TV show. See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 82 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Jim Butcher has finished writing the next entry to the Dresden Files "12 Months". While we wait for his editors to do their thing, we thought we'd weigh in on what we're expecting from Harry's next foray into Chicago's supernatural scene. As we expertly critique Butcher's writing style, the question on everyone's mind is "will Harry and Lara work?" The answer should be fairly obvious... See you next time for some more absolute nonsense!
Hello, and welcome to episode 81 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're on a "what TV do we want" roll at the moment - this week, Sean and Vib turn their easily distracted attention to the (allegedly) forthcoming Warhammer 40K TV series headed up by Henry "No he is a nerd, honest" Cavill. Where on earth do you start with a project that big? How do you keep it on track? How do you make sure you make the right people really mad? No idea, but it's fun to guess!
Hello, and welcome to episode 80 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. As excitement builds for the long awaited (and still far off) HBO Harry Potter series, we're back in the casting chair, and things are getting very, very silly. Can Vib get away with just casting Lee Pace everywhere again? Does Sean just hate good actors? And why is the internet convinced Mark Rylance should be Dumbledore when Jude Law is right there?
Hello, and welcome to episode 79 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're not late and you can't tell us we are...
Hello, and welcome to episode 78 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We loved The Matrix, and we want to talk about how good it was. How has a film from the late 90s remained so good? Join us as we spend an hour basically just talking about how great The Matrix is, and how mixed its sequels were.
Hello, and welcome to episode 77 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We've come to it at last, the great question of our... I mean the future's... time. Is the Imperium, led by the God-Emperor actually a good thing? Or are they just space fascists out to destroy everything non-human and ruin most human lives in so doing anyway? Is it all for the greater good? Is it all bad? Let us know what you think.
Hello, and welcome to a special bonus episode of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In excited anticipation of Season 2 of HBO's House of the Dragon, we look back over Season 1, asking what we liked, what we didn't, whose side we're on and what we're looking forward to from the next Season. Dragons. Mostly what we're looking forward to is dragons. We're simple folk...
Hello, and welcome to episode 76 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're once again discussing one of our favourite video game adaptations of one of our favourite tabletop games: Total War Warhammer 3. We delve into what makes a good DLC and decide what we liked, or perhaps didn't like about CA's recent additions to their game. Let us know what you think about the state of the game and what you'd like to see next!
Hello, and welcome to episode 75 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back in the Wizarding World this week, as Sean and Vib spend their evenings getting to the bottom of a question that frankly, should have been left alone; does Gellert Grindlewald or Tom Marvolo "I am Lord Voldemort" Riddle make for a "better" dark wizard. Frankly, it shouldn't matter. Lock 'em both up in Azkaban and be done with it.
Hello, and welcome to episode 74 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. What really happened at the Tower of Joy? How do you beat Arthur Dayne in a fair fight? Sean and Vib tackle these life changing questions, limiting each side to just three fighters and asking who, if anyone, can take on three of the greatest kingsguard to ever wear the white.
Hello, and welcome to episode 73 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, Sean and Vib try and work out why everything is crap. Again. Gamers (TM) are whining. And for the life of us, we cannot come up with a non ridiculous reason why.
Hello, and welcome to episode 72 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back to making a list of things we like, except this time it's dislike..? Yes, we're talking Marvel Cinematic Universe villains. Who made us root against them the most? Who was the most devious? Who should have won it all?
Hello, and welcome to episode 71 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today we venture back to Chicago (in spirit at least) to check in on our favourite American wizard. Inspired by Reddit, we wonder if Eb needs to die for Harry to become who he needs to be to save the world.
Hello, and welcome to episode 70 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Sean has just finished reading the last book in Black Library's utterly insane 57,854,928 book long Horus Heresy. And, sadly, he has opinions. Join us as we work through what appears to be a great deal of deep seated trauma, while trying to work out how on Earth Games Workshop's in-house publisher can follow such a behemoth of a series.
Hello, and welcome to episode 69 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. It's been some time since Amazon's Rings of Power aired, and it got us thinking: what do we actually want from the upcoming season? Do we want multiple Saurons? Do we need more close-up slow-mo shots of Galadriel on a horse? Do we just want more of Elendil the Tall?
Hello, and welcome to episode 68 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Here we launch into a big discussion - how do you win the Iron Throne. How do we, as Robb Stark, secure the seven kingdoms and usher in an era of eternal peace? We make it sound almost easy. Almost...
Hello, and welcome to episode 67 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Sean and Vib spend far too long trying to fix their audio, while also wrestling with the thorny issue of superhero oversight. Should we really be OK with Bruce Banner just walking around? Can't we just trust Steve Rogers? Why isn't Hawkeye just, in regular person jail?
Hello, and welcome to episode 66 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Happy New Year!! To kick us off, we're discussing what could have happened had Moony, Padfoot, or Prongs defected to the Death Eaters instead of Wormtail. Who do you think the most potent evil marauder would have been?
Hello, and welcome to the Expertise is Overrated 2023 Christmas Special! We subjected Vib to his first ever Terry Pratchett novel, and the results are in! We dive into what makes a Christmas film, why Die Hard is so divisive, and finally explain the true meaning of Christmas.
Hello, and welcome to episode 65 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back to making lists and this one is sure to be controversial... Sean and Vib rank their top 10 video games of all time. It's not pretty, but there are some decent shouts in there. Let us know what obvious mistakes we've made, and tell us what games make your list.
Hello, and welcome to episode 64 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. It's a real trip down memory lane this episode, as Sean and Vib wax on, and on, and on about how much they enjoyed the late 90s/early 2000s genre defining TV show Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Listen as they ramble through highlights (Giles!) and lowlights (Riley, anyone?) of seven seasons of coming of age teen drama, with just a soupçon of Hellmouth thrown in for good measure.
Hello, and welcome to episode 63 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Welcome to our second episode of our "fixing the stupid" series, where we will endeavour to fix really stupid things in popular media. Today, we're tackling a favourite that just won't go away. Why don't the eagles just fly the ring and/or Frodo to Mordor? Utter silliness, we know! Let us know your thoughts on this one!
Hello, and welcome to episode 62 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This time, we're diving feet first back into the Horus Heresy, with some, frankly, odd questions. If we change up which sides the Legions are on, how much can we change the result? Is Horus really the lynchpin of the conflic? Does the Dornian Heresy have merit? What's point of Lorgar? We've got all your offensive opinions right here.
Hello, and welcome to episode 61 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're not quite fixing the stupid today, but we are pointing it out. We discuss who made the most stupid decision(s) in George RR Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire. Turns out there might be nothing but silly decision making in this series...
Hello, and welcome to episode 60 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back on our favourite (?) topic, with a completely open ended and unstructured chat about local PI turned saviour of Chicago, Harry Dresden. Just how big can the stakes get when we've already had the near total destruction of a major US city? How can there still be so many books to write? And why oh why is Harry so bad at USING HIS WORDS??!?! Join us as we ponder all this and more.
Hello, and welcome to episode 59 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. After our episode of superhero fatigue, we turn to a source of genuine excitement in the form of Baldur's Gate 3, the D&D 5th edition based game that's sweeping the nation. Why is it so good? Is this what the industry standard should be? Are we biased because we like the source material? Listen and find out.
Hello, and welcome to episode 58 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This episode, we're tired. We're so, so tired. But we're not sure what it is that's making us tired. Is it the MCU? Is it cinema in general? Is it just superhero films? We're honestly still not sure.
Hello, and welcome to episode 57 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In our latest escapade, Sean and Vib wax lyrical on one of their favourite topics, Peter Jackson (et al.)'s Lord of the Rings cinematic trifecta. We talk about the changes made by the creators, and ask what ones work and (sacrilegiously) which ones maybe don't. We have so much to say, and you clearly love it, so here is Part 2 of 2 (sorry...).
Hello, and welcome to episode 56 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In our latest escapade, Sean and Vib wax lyrical on one of their favourite topics, Peter Jackson (et al.)'s Lord of the Rings cinematic trifecta. We talk about the changes made by the creators, and ask what ones work and (sacrilegiously) which ones maybe don't. We have so much to say, this is Part 1 of 2 (sorry...).
Hello, and welcome to episode 55 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're once again making demands... sort of. We discuss what we'd like to see from the newly(-ish) announced Harry Potter TV series on HBO. Do we want teen drama, but magical? Do we want 90s sitcom? We'll give you all our excellent ideas and opinions. Let us know if you agree.
Hello, and welcome to episode 54 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back making lists again. This time, excited for the launch of Games Workshop's Old World at some point in the next decade, we dive deep into the weeds of the World-That-Was, and give our top 10 characters from the Warhammer Fantasy universe. What could possibly go wrong?
Hello, and welcome to episode 53 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Given the ever decreasing likelihood of us getting a satisfactory ending, we have taken it upon ourselves to provide closure by writing the ending of George RR Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire! We wrap up all loose ends and craft a glorious ending befitting this epic, or so we would like to think... Let us know if you agree!
Hello, and welcome to episode 52 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. It's finally here. The long awaited trial of the century, as Expertise is Overrated puts Gentleman Johnny Marcone on trial. For what crime? Unclear. By what authority? Also unclear. Honestly, it's a bit of a mess. But, importantly, there's yelling, arguing and name calling aplenty.
Hello, and welcome to episode 51 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This is the second episode of our "You wake up as" series where we discuss what we would do if we wake up as fictional or historical characters at a certain point in their lives. This time, we find ourselves in the 41st millennium as we awaken as the Lion, Lord of the First, Primarch of the Dark Angels. The Imperium is a wreck and most of our brothers are gone. Our mission: sort out all the mess.
Hello, and welcome to episode 50 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're kicking back and waxing lyrical today, tackling all things video game. Are they too hard? Too easy? Just right, but also definitely not? Don't worry, we've got all the questions and none of the answers.
Hello, and welcome to episode 49 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Welcome to the first of our "fixing the stupid" series, where we will endeavour to fix really stupid things in popular media. We are kicking off with a strong contender for most stupid: Thanos. Can we come up with a better plan than "kill half of everything"? Let us know what you think!
Hello, and welcome to episode 48 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. You think last episode was controversial? This one has it all. Yelling, interruptions, ad hominem, accusations of fundamental failures of intelligence. And all over such a simple topic. Everyone's favourite Chicago gangster - Gentleman Johnny "Old Dollar Bills" Marcone...
Hello, and welcome to episode 47 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today we take a potentially controversial question, making it more controversial, then... actually answering it?! There's a long ramble about the now long gone OGL 1.2, but then we turn our attention to the question at hand. What do you think?
Hello, and welcome to episode 46 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're at it again. Taking simple questions, making them more complicated, then not answering them. Clearly the hero of the Lord of the Rings is Arago... Frod... Sa..... Hmm.
Hello, and welcome to episode 45 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Tenth edition of our beloved Warhammer 40k is just around the corner, so naturally we give our completely unsolicited (and for once unexpected?) opinion on which primarch we're getting this time. Let us know if you agree or who you would like to see make a return to the tabletop.
Hello, and welcome to episode 44 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Proving that not even the launch of Season 2 can help Vib and Sean be current, today the pair tackle Hogwarts Legacy, asking what they're looking forward to about the game, about 2 weeks after it released... And yes, they do talk about the elephant in the room. No, they don't solve it.
Hello, and welcome to Season 2! This is Episode 43 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Sean and Vib discuss which fantasy/sci-fi book series they would like to see adapted to the screen. For once they're collaborating to come up with a joint list, so tune in to see how that goes!
Hello, and welcome a very special, very brief episode of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back! And we're going to be better than ever! Sean and Vib outline some changes to the way the podcast is put together, set some expectations for how things will work going forward, and provide some serious sizzle for what's coming down the line.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 42 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In our latest Hot Take, Sean proves, beyond a shadow of a doubt... Just kidding. Sean talks on and on about Edmure Tully, before just getting yelled at for misunderstanding his own premise. It's great.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 41 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Here, we're asking one of the biggest questions in Warhammer 40K: Are there wolves on Fenris? Get ready to be shocked...
Hello, and welcome to Episode 40 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Here, we're asking the big questions. Just how over the top have villains in the MCU got? Where can they go from here? What happened to relatable bad guys like Jeff Bridges?
Hello, and welcome to a much belated Episode 39 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Now that Sean finally has internet again, we're looking back on Season 1 of Amazon's Rings of Power and giving our fresh, unadulterated takes on what we thought of this prequel to The Lord of the Rings. The good, the bad, and the ugly.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 38 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In the wake of the hit TV series House of the Dragon, we return to Westeros to ask about a different Targaryen family squabble. In the famous Blackfyre Rebellion(s), would we pick the Red Dragon or the Black?
Hello, and welcome to Episode 37 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, we once again break our feeble brains on Jim Butcher's Dresden files series as we meander through a few of our thoughts and musings on the nature of mantles, the power of gods, and why winter is winter... We still haven't recovered.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 36 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, as we continue to be hyped for Amazon's upcoming Rings of Power, we try our hand at casting their next multi-million dollar show set in Tolkien's universe. That's right, we will provide you with the definitive(ly wrong) cast list for the First Age!
Hello, and welcome to Episode 35 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, we're covering what we promised we'd cover last time, before we lied to you. The top 10 duelists in JK Rowling's Harry Potter series. Expect sparks to fly as we argue over the intracacies of dueling, before settling on the one true list of the greatest wand wavers in the books.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 34 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this (very late) episode, we lied to you. We're not doing Harry Potter. That's next time. Sorry.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 33 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, we take a look at Amazon's upcoming Rings of Power adaptation of, we think, the appendices to the Lord of the Rings, and ask what it is that makes some adaptations (Jackson's Lord of the Rings Trilogy) a roaring success, while others (Jackson's Hobbit Trilogy) fail with barely a whimper.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 32 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, Vib presents his latest Hot Take by telling everyone that there are, in fact, no good Star Wars films. Or does he? Turns out that maybe Vib and Sean agree on something at last. So instead, both of us will be trying to explain why, even though there are many criticisms that can be levelled at the Star Wars films, we love them regardless.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 31 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, our intrepid superheroes take on a gargantuan task - assigning all (well... nearly all) Marvel films to tiers. Of course, we've designed appropriate tiers for the task: top tier, pleasantly surprised, classic superhero average, immensely boring, actually bad, could have been made by DC. Let us know if you agree!
Hello, and welcome to Episode 30 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, Sean's going fully off the deep end. Taking issue with recent changes to the rules of Dungeons & Dragons, he asserts blithely that "kids today are ruining everything". Vib attempts to talk down this crazy old man, and together our heroes try to get to the bottom of something pernicious at the heart of all modern culture. They fail, obviously...
Hello, and welcome to Episode 29 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This week, we return to our favourite Chicago wizard and discuss his hijinks as the Warden of Demonreach. Importantly, we definitely answer the hottest question on the internet: who is the English man imprisoned on the island? Our answer is of course indisputable. In no way does this episode descend into petty name calling and mud throwing. Nope. Not even a little...
Hello, and welcome to Episode 28 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This week, in the wake of the recent (ish) launch of Total War Warhammer 3, Vib and Sean discuss their favourite legendary (ie playable) lords from Warhammer 2!
Hello, and welcome to Episode 27 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This week, Vib and Sean talk through Amazon's latest attempt to make "the greatest fantasy TV show ever", the Wheel of Time. Who is the Dragon reborn? Where do the Trollocs come from? Why is Lord Aglemar a chump? Find out the answers to all these questions and more. Also, we rate the show. It's... fine.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 26 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This is the first episode in our new segment: "You wake up as" where we discuss what we would do if we wake up as fictional or historical characters at a certain point in their lives. Today, we wake up as the much maligned Joffrey Baratheon just after the atrocity of the Red Wedding. Our task: survive. Can we do it? Almost certainly not. Will we make stupid suggestions? Almost certainly.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 25 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This is a very special episode where we revisit our past episodes and really figure out who has said the most stupid thing and what on earth we were thinking... We're taking a look back at some of our, and your, favourite moments, for which, if we're honest, we're really, really sorry.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 24 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're BACK! And with a bang, if we do say so ourselves. Tom Bombadil. Merry fellow. Master. Strong singer, fast of feet. But, who is he? Or, rather, what is he? One of the Ainur? The personification of music? C. S. Lewis? Join us as we work out the answers.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 23 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, we're back in deepest darkest Chicago, asking what are the worst vampires in Jim Butcher's Dresden Files? How bad would it be to meet a Black Court vampire down a dark alley? How in trouble are we that the White Court own politicians in Washington? And just rubbish at vampiring are the Red Court.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 22 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, it's time for another hot take! Sean takes centre stage in a foolish attempt to convince us that the End Times that brought about the demise of Warhammer Fantasy Battles and kickstarted Age of Sigmar was falsely maligned and in fact served its purpose extremely well.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 21 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, we're going back to Star Wars, site of many an argument between Sean and Vib, to discuss a hopefully less controversial topic, asking what are the best duels across the Star Wars canon. We travel through time and space, jumping from the big screen to television, in search of the greatest lightsaber combat the world has ever known.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 20 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This time, we're addressing Sean's view that there's perhaps something too pedestrian about Creative Assembly's Total War that he worries would ruin the Lord of the Rings' high fantasy. This statement is so outrageous that Vib brought in reinforcements in the shape of none other than one of YouTube and Twitch's finest TW content creators: Lionheartx10!
Hello, and welcome to Episode 19 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This time, we're leaping forwards in time 28,000 years, as we ask what caused the era defining Horus Heresy in Games Workshop's Warhammer 40k universe. Was it inevitable, or does it all boil down to "the Emperor was an idiot"?
Hello, and welcome to Episode 18 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, we talk about our favourite space cowboys (or are they?) and ask if Serenity provides a good enough ending for the beloved (at least by us) show Firefly! Name a more outrageous cancellation, go on, we dare you!
Hello, and welcome to Episode 17 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, we ask whether the Lord Ruler from Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn Era 1 trilogy is the villain he's presented as, or a tragically misunderstood hero with the best of intentions. Believe it or not, we end up agreeing. We know, it's scary, and we promise it won't happen again.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 16 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We are entering the world that's almost bigger than our own - the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we talk all things Loki. At least that's what we thought going into this, but regular listeners will know we tend to meander. So get ready for a bit of Loki and a whole lot of other (mainly MCU) things.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 15 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. We're back in Westeros this week, as Sean and Vib argue about who is the greatest warrior in GRRM's A Song of Ice and Fire. Is it Gregor Clegane? Jaime Lannister? Big man Bobby B? Bran...? No, it's not Bran. Definitely not Bran.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 14 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today is a very special episode as we welcome Ellie, our first ever guest to the show! Sean has brought in reinforcements to back him up on his view that the Ministry of Magic in the Harry Potter universe is an insurgency, wizards are ethically dubious (at best), and drones are apparently the answer. Oh, and both the hosts get told off for a change!
Hello, and welcome to Episode 13 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Today, we ask a critical question. Who, or what, are the Chaos gods from Warhammer Fantasy and Warhammer 40,000. Does Khorne just want a hug? Is Nurgle really a good guy? And what on earth is going on with Khaine?
Hello, and welcome to Episode 12 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, it's Vib's turn to have the Hot Take, as he sits down to explain why Lara Raith, the de facto Queen of the White Court of Vampires in Jim Butcher's Dresden Files, is a good person and not the monster we all think she is. It goes about as well as you're imagining. In fact, one has to wonder if Vib has been enthralled (and Sean does... frequently).
Hello, and welcome to Episode 11 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. Join us on yet another voyage across JRR Tolkien's Middle Earth, as we bring laserlike focus to a frequently overlooked question. Just how weird are the family trees? No, seriously, just look at them. Ever wanted to know just how related Aragorn and Arwen are? Whether Feanor was just ultra fertile? If Finwe is the rightful king of Gondor? This is the episode for you? Special credit to http://lotrproject.com/, without which we would have struggled in this episode even more than we did, go check them out.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 10 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In our landmark 10th episode, we ask a burning question at the heart of the video game industry. Is Early Access good for the videogames industry? With the rise of Early Access as a way to bring games to market, alongside paid betas, now feels like a good time to drill down into the impact that it’s having on an industry we both care about.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 9 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. This time, we strain ourselves analysing the Marvel Cinematic Universe, asking specifically who can lift Thor's mighty hammer, Mjolnir, and why. In the telling, we drift leisurely through the full spectrum of MCU films, complain about how bad the Dark World was, and question if Odin has any clue what he's doing.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 8 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, Vib and Sean ask why, given the fact that they're, you know, magic, wizards in JK Rowling's Harry Potter series hide from muggle view, rather than practicing magic in the open. It's a slightly thorny question, but our heroes navigate it with their usual deft skill and limitless tact.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 7 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, we boldly go where no... Wait, no, that's not right... We voyage to a galaxy far far away to bring you the most objectively accurate rankings of the films in thr Star Wars franchise ever. And also the angriest Vib has ever been. Ever.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 6 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, we struggle vainly to get to the bottom of a difficult subject in Jim Butcher's Dresden Files: Immortality. What is it, how does it work and, crucially, how do we get some? The answers (or lack thereof?) might shock you.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 5 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, listen along as your hosts get to the bottom of George RR Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, trying to work out in the midst of all the chaos and carnage who we should actually be rooting for. And, in what might be a first, they actually get to an answer.
Hello, and welcome to our first ever Red Hot Reaction. These are special (and usually shorter) episodes we do as and when interesting things happen in the world of geekdom, gaming and anything we deem worthy of reaction. Today we were very excited to see the first bit of gameplay for the upcoming Total War Warhammer 3. We are both massive fans of the series so this was right up our street. We give you our take on the trailer and the gameplay reveal and discuss what we hope to see in the game!
Hello, and welcome to Episode 4 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, Vib and Sean provide objectively correct rankings of the Primarchs from Warhammer 40,000. In the process, they answer such vital questions as "Who really won when the Lion fought Russ" and "What even is the point of Perturabo"? Shockingly, they also agree on more rankings that you expect.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 3 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, Vib and Sean meander through the long and complicated history of the Warhammer Fantasy world, before realising that it's really confusing. Promises that this episode would tell you all you ever needed to know about Warhammer Fantasy in less than 15 minutes have been proved to be a lie. Oops.
Hello, and welcome to Episode 2 of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, Sean has the very first Hot Take in Expertise is Overrated history, asserting without much evidence that Aragorn has no claim to the throne of Gondor. Vib, predictably, is not happy.
Hello, and welcome to the first ever episode of Expertise is Overrated, where two nerds with an inflated sense of their own intelligence take the time to answer questions no one was asking. In this episode, Sean and Vib will be providing their completely correct and 100% accurate rankings of the top 10 most powerful characters in Jim Butcher’s urban fantasy series the Dresden Files.