Ep 2. Robert Kirkman; Michael Rooker; Karen Gillan; Kyle Kinane

In episode 2 of season 2 of The Nerdist, Chris Hardwick welcomes four guests to the show: Robert Kirkman, Michael Rooker, Karen Gillan, and Kyle Kinane.

Robert Kirkman is the creator of the hit comic book series and TV show "The Walking Dead," and is also the writer of "Invincible." Michael Rooker is an actor who played the role of Merle Dixon in "The Walking Dead," and is also known for his roles in "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer." Karen Gillan is an actress known for her roles in "Doctor Who," "Guardians of the Galaxy," and "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle." Kyle Kinane is a stand-up comedian known for his appearances on Comedy Central.

The episode begins with Chris introducing the guests and asking them about their experiences with science fiction and horror. They discuss their favorite movies and TV shows, as well as their preferred genres. Robert Kirkman talks about his love of zombies and how he came up with the idea for "The Walking Dead." Michael Rooker shares his thoughts on what makes a good horror movie, and Karen Gillan discusses her favorite Doctor Who episodes.

Next, Chris plays a game with the guests called "Zombie or Not a Zombie," where he presents them with different scenarios and they have to guess whether or not the person in the scenario is a zombie. The game leads to some hilarious responses, as the guests try to justify their answers.

The conversation then turns to the guests' upcoming projects. Robert Kirkman talks about his new series "Outcast," which is based on his comic book of the same name. Michael Rooker discusses his role in "The Belko Experiment," a horror movie set in an office building. Karen Gillan talks about her experience filming "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2," and Kyle Kinane discusses his upcoming comedy tour.

Throughout the episode, the guests also engage in some friendly banter and share some funny stories. Michael Rooker tells a hilarious anecdote about his experience with a tarantula, and Karen Gillan shares a story about how she accidentally punched a stuntman during a fight scene.

In the final segment of the episode, Chris plays a trivia game with the guests called "Nerdist Interrupted." The game involves answering questions while being interrupted by various distractions, such as a marching band or a clucking chicken. The game leads to some chaotic and hilarious moments, as the guests struggle to concentrate while being bombarded by the distractions.

Overall, episode 2 of season 2 of The Nerdist is a fun and entertaining episode that features some great guests and hilarious moments. Fans of science fiction, horror, comedy, and pop culture in general will enjoy watching this episode.