This week, Kris and Dave discuss their favorite short-term substitute superheroes. Which are as good as, if not better than, the original? Plus, the Justice League is set to take on some monsters, the Ultimate Universe returns, and new nerd commendations! 

Nerd News
<a href='https://ew.com/events/comic-con/justice-league-godzilla-kong-new-comic-crossover-comic-con-2023/'>Godzilla vs. Kong vs. Justice League announced</a>
<a href='https://comic-watch.com/news/the-ultimate-universe-returns-this-fall-in-ultimate-universe-1'>The Ultimate Universe returns</a>
Byword Big Talk
Favorite substitute superheroes 

Nerd Commendations
<a href='https://www.dcuniverseinfinite.com/comics/series/supergirl-1996-2003/d557e0f0-6005-4460-85cb-5ad3faaed7a8'>Supergirl by Peter David</a> 

<a href='https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/game/assassins-creed/odyssey'>Assassin's Creed: Odyssey</a>

Episode 161 - A Marvelous Origin Story

Kris, a teacher and Marvel fanboy, and Dave, a freelance writer and DC fanatic, love to talk about their nerdy passions: comic books, movies and television, and video games. Each week, they discuss nerdy news, recommend new media, and take a deep dive into one niche in nerd culture. “The Nerd Byword” also features interviews with industry greats and up and coming talent. New episodes release every Monday.