Well, we're officially six months into 2026, which makes this the perfect time to take stock of everything happening with What's Shakin With Shaner. It's been a busy and exciting year so far, and we're grateful for every member of the Nerd Herd who has joined us along the way. The Podcast Keeps Rolling During the first half of 2026, we published 14 new podcast episodes, continuing our schedule of releasing a fresh episode every two weeks. From folklore and history to pop cul

Well, 2025, was a pretty awesome year, especially compared to 2024, in which I suffered heart failure, surgical implamentation of a device to keep my heart pumping and three strokes. As a result we took off half of 2024 from podcasting. We did restart the show in May 2025 and published 17 episodes, one every two weeks. Expanding the NerdHerd We increased our audience and our reach in 2025. We added listeners from some new countries such as Finland, Singapore, Lithiuania,

Few animated series have captured the spirit of adventure quite like Jonny Quest. Premiering in the 1960s, this groundbreaking show combined science fiction, mystery, and thrilling escapades in a way that felt cinematic for its time. With exotic locations, cutting-edge technology, and unforgettable characters, Jonny Quest remains a timeless classic that continues to inspire fans of all ages. I’ll take you on a journey through my five favorite episodes—each one a perfect exam

5 of my favorite episodes of Spider-Man & His Amazing Friends

5 of my favorite Sherlock Holmes short stories!