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In Nerdificent comedians, Ify Nwadiwe and Dani Fernandez break down all that is nerdy. Whether you’ve spent years rolling dice in a friend’s basement or got hooked after seeing a comic book movie, they’ve got something for you. Each episode Dani and Ify deep dive into a nerdy subject or subculture a…

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117: Thanks for the Memories

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 60:28


That's all folks! As Dani and Ify prepare to say goodbye, they get a few friends to help send them off. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

116: Pixar

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 71:37


Sabina Graves returns to discuss the history of Pixar Animation. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

115: Toonami

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 56:14


Dani and Ify discuss the history of Toonami. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

114: Death Note

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2020 47:03


Ify Nwadiwe talks to anime expert and Funimation Host Cheyenne Ewulu about the anime series Death Note. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

113: Ahsoka

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 62:45


Star Wars expert and return guest Riley J. Silverman joins Dani to discuss the known life of Ahsoka Tano. Footnotes: Why Ahsoka is the Best Jedi Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

112: Dōjinshi

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 57:59


Dani Fernandez is joined by Emma Fyfe and Chris Lamb, as they discuss the professional fan art that is dōjinshi. A form of fan-fiction, by young manga makers, these unlicensed mangas continue storylines, deepen, characters, and sex up some favorite ships from popular manga series. Once an underground industry, dōjinshi is now growing into a popular, legal, art and legitimizing creators across Japan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

111: Cartoon Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 75:31


This week Dani and Ify are joined by Jeff Trammell, Lead Writer of Craig of the Creek and voice of Cannonball, to discuss the history of Cartoon Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

110: Queer Gaming Revisited

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 75:12


For Pride, Dani and Ify revisit their conversation on queer culture in gaming. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

109: Gunpla

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 69:03


Dani and Ify are back to their regular schedule exploring Gundam models throughout the ages with Cody Ziglar. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Mental Health May: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 67:54


Mental Health May comes to a close with a deep dive into the science behind Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Footnotes:  What is EDMR? EMDR Methods How EDMR is Being Adapted During the Lock Down Haley Williams on EDMR EDMR for Key Workers in UK EDMR in Grey's Anatomy Brain Spotting Loba from Apex Legends Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Mental Health May: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 57:20


Mental Health May continues as Dani and Ify explore Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. Footnotes: Mayo Clinic Harvard Medical National Library of Medicine Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Mental Health May: Somatic Therapy

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 58:54


Ify and Dani kick off Mental Health May, with therapist Karen Erlichman. Together, they take a look at the history and therapeutic practice of somatic therapy. Footnotes: Interview with Peter Levine Somatic Therapy Bessel Van Der Kolk Hakomi Method Monica LaSage TED Talk Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 108: Akira

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 70:11


Dani and Ify are joined by actor Erika Ishii as they breakdown Katsuhiro Otomo's Akira. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 107: The Last Dance

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 69:04


Dani and Ify are joined by sports nerd Mark Ellis, as they discuss the Bulls of the 1990s, and the GOAT, Michael Jordan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 106: Quarantine Question Session

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 61:28


We asked all of you to send us your burning questions for Dani and Ify, and you came through! It's a grab bag episode. Get in here. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 105: Quarantine Recommendations

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 57:41


Dani and Ify give their tv, film, and book recommendations for lock down. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 104: Black Canary

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 52:35


Dani and Ify are joined by Editor of The Mary Sue, Princess Weekes, to discuss the complex history of DC's Black Canary. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 103: Batman

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 71:55


One again, our daring duo fight for good by staying in their individual caves to talk about one of the greatest to ever wear a cape and cowl. Nerdificent dives into Batman with special return guest, DC All Access' Hector Navarro. Join us, as we take a look at the legacy of Batman in popular culture. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 102: Iron Man

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 52:36


Week one of the lock down has concluded in LA. Dani and Ify spent the week revisiting the best moments of Marvel's billionaire underdog, Tony Stark. Guest Coy Jandreau walks us through the connection to Walt Disney, Howard Hughes, and Tony's famous facial hair. Join us, as we escape our reality and embrace the nostalgia wave on this week's Nerdificent. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 101: Favorite Fandoms

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 59:22


With the pandemic in full effect and Ify out of town, Dani sits down with show producer, Joelle, to take a trip down memory lane. They revisit the horror movies, cartoons, and musicians who impacted their world view. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 100: Scary Movie

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 71:48


Dani and Ify celebrate their 100th episode with a special 20th anniversary look back at the Scary Movie franchise with guest, Rotten Tomatoes Film Critic, Chauncey K. Robinson. FOOT NOTES: Every Movie Spoofed in the Scary Movie Film Franchise - Adam K. Raymond Ebert's Review of Scary Movie - RogerEbert.com An Oral History of Scary Movie Shirley Li Leaving 'In Living Color' - Alan Carter 'Scary Movie' Opening Weekend Box Office Report - Rebecca Ascher-Walsh, Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 99: Nubia

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2020 59:15


As Black History Month draws to a close we are celebrating on Nerdificent by covering the first Black Female Superhero in DC Comics, Nubia! Dani and Ify are joined by Wonder Woman fanatic Tamara Brooks to discuss this DC Queen. Enjoy this last installment and look for the next theme right here on Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Tamara on Twitter Wrestling Friends on Twitter Diana's Amazon Sister Nubia Featured Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 98: Dwayne McDuffie

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 79:30


On this edition of Nerdificent Black History Month continues celebrating another storied creator, Dwayne McDuffie. Profoundly inspired by seeing himself reflected in the media as a hero for the very first time via the Black Panther, young Dwayne grew up to become a pioneer of diversity in both the mainstream comic book and animation industries, encouraging and creating widely inclusive, cultural variety with contemporary, non-stereotypical characters to represent the hero in ALL of us. Dani and Ify are joined by artist, writer, and comic expert Johnny Parker to discuss the many works of McDuffie. Get to know this very special creator on this weeks episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Keep up with Johnny NYT Obit for Dwayne McDuffie Race, Sci-Fi, and Comics: A Talk with Dwayne McDuffie Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 97: Static Shock

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 67:10


Warning! Electrified episode ahead! This week on Nerdificent Dani and Ify are joined by writer and illustrator Crystal Savage to discuss Milestone's own Static and the TV series Static Shock! From paperback beginnings to the multi-season TV show, learn a little more about this static superhero on this episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Crystal on Instagram The 15 Best Episodes of 'Static Shock' Static Shock - A Neglected Gem Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 96: Milestone Comics

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 71:43


Welcome back to Nerdificent and Happy Black History Month! All throughout February we'll be celebrating Black companies, characters, and leaders in the Nerd World starting with Milestone Comics! Milestone Comics was a Black owned and created comic book company that sought to make comics that capture the complexities of Black life. Capturing all of those nuances, subtleties and complexities allowed an opportunity for young Black readers to see their lives reflected in super heroes. Dani and Ify are joined by co-host of the Nerd GOAT Podcast, Ed Greer, to dive into some history. Learn more on this episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Ed on Twitter The co-creator of Milestone, Derek Dingle (whom Ed is embarrassed he forgot) The Impact of Milestone Comics and the Necessity of Its Revival Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 95: Star Wars - Lando

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2020 59:35


Welcome back to the finale of our series on Star Wars! Dani and Ify have spent weeks covering the many facets of Star Wars; this week we end with maybe the coolest character in the universe, Lando Calrissian. Dani and Ify are joined by 'Why We Love Star Wars' author Ken Napzok to discuss the handsome space cowboy. Whether you're Billy Dee all the way or have a little crush on Donald Glover, learn a little more about all of Lando on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Ken on Twitter The Long Journey of Lando Calrissian Where Has Lando Been Since Return of the Jedi Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 94: Star Wars - Fashion

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 58:55


Welcome back to another edition of Nerdificent and another chapter in our series on Star Wars! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Wendy Lee Szany and Teno Stark to discuss the iconic outfits, uniforms, and armor that decorate and protect the characters of the Star Wars universe. Learn about the legendary hands that crafted the instantly recognizable looks of this Space Western right here on Nerdificent!  FOOTNOTES:  Wendy on Twitter Teno on Twitter The Origin of the Darth Vader Look Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 93: Star Wars - The Planets

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 69:23


Hello, and welcome back to our mini-series on Star Wars! The next stops on this Star Tour take us to the many planets that make up the setting of your favorite moments in Star Wars. Dani and Ify are joined by planet fanatics Anthony Carboni and Klee Wiggins to help decide where we’d all most like to settle down. All aboard from Bespin to Yavin, get ready for a light-speed journey through the planets of Star Wars on Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Anthony on Twitter Klee on Twitter Star Wars Planets, Ranked Could the Planets in Star Wars Support Life? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 92: Star Wars - The Force

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 57:15


Welcome back! It’s a whole new year and here at Nerdificent, we’re starting off by doing a multi-episode deep dive into all things Star Wars! Our journey begins with the force - that omnipresent power that allows the Jedi and Sith to stir drinks without using their hands, and Rey and Kylo to facetime without phones. Dani and Ify are joined by an expert panel of Ash Crossan, Catrina Dennis and Emma Fyffe to discuss this mystical ability. While the Jedi and Sith are the most powerful force wielders in the Star Wars canon, there are many other groups and creatures capable of tapping into the force. Grab your sabers and focus cause it's time for Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Emma on Twitter Catrina on Twitter Ash on Twitter The Force Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Nerdificent Best of 2019 Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 64:17


The 2nd Chapter of the 'Best of 2019' Clip show! See you with a brand new episode next week! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Nerdificent Best of 2019 Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2019 80:11


Part 1 of the 'Best of 2019' Clip Show! Happy New Year! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Nerdificent Decade in Review!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2019 50:23


Ify does the Decade in review! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 88: Yoda

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2019 57:08


Listen to this episode, you will! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Comedian and 'Tigtone' Writer Joseph Scrimshaw to discuss the little green alien from a galaxy far, far away, Yoda! From Baby Yoda to Ghost Yoda, learn a little more about this tiny Jedi on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Joseph on Twitter Stuff We Love: 2004 Star Wars novel 'Yoda: Dark Rendezvous' WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Star Wars Rebels 10 Theories About Baby Yoda Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 87: Jumanji

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 47:01


Be careful with that dice roll, this week we're talking about Jumanji! Dani and Ify dive deep into the game and the franchise as a whole all the way up to the latest film. Learn about the book, the game, and the movies all right here on this episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Chris Van Allsburg Interview Roger Ebert's review of Jumanji (1996) Dwayne Johnson on his Sizzle Power in 'Jumanji': 'God delivered, I signed for it' Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 86: Magic: The Gathering

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2019 69:26


Shuffle your decks and make sure you brought enough land cards! This week on Nerdificent we’re talking about Magic: The Gathering. Dani and Ify are joined by 'Dog Stepfather' Mark Ellis to discuss this World famous card game. From opening packs to winning tournaments, learn a little more about this popular card game right here on this edition of Nerdificent!  FOOTNOTES: Mark on Twitter How to Play 'Magic: The Gathering': Everything You Need to Know The 3 Toys That Made This Year's Toy Hall of Fame Class The Grand Creature Type Update The Twenty-Five-Year Journey of Magic: The Gathering Russo Brothers Say Animated ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Might Spinoff Into Live Action Series – Comic-Con Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 85: MOBAs

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 67:53


Choose your character and get ready to enter the battlefield as this week we talk about MOBAs (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena games). Dani and Ify are joined by their producer and long-time MOBA fan, Danl Goodman to talk about the most popular genre of video game in the World. From the earliest days of Starcraft mods to the League of Legends 2019 World Championships - many angles of the MOBA experience are covered on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Danl on Twitter The history of MOBAs: From mod to sensation Run down the history of MOBAs in our infographic Tracing the history of the MOBA The History Of The International 'Dota 2' Tournament How the League of Legends World Championship became the Super Bowl of esports Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 84: The Disney Afternoon

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2019 67:51


Hey Toon fans, welcome to this after-school episode of Nerdificent! This week Dani and Ify are joined by co-host of Historical Roasts, Eddie Furth, to discuss Disney's cartoon block The Disney Afternoon. Whether you grew up with the Goof Troop, TaleSpin, or Darkwing Duck there's plenty of after-school shows to take you back on this week's edition of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Eddie on Twitter 13 Best "Disney Afternoon" Shows Disney Afternoon Oral History CONFIRMED! Classic Disney Afternoon Cartoons Coming to Disney+ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 83: Orphan Black

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 46:27


Welcome back to another awesome edition of Nerdificent! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Community Manager at Serial Box, Rachel Pinnelas, to discuss Orphan Black. Whether you're counting down your favorite episodes or learning about the series for the first time, there's plenty for everyone on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: ‘Orphan Black’ Review: Series Finale ‘Rights the Wrongs’ of an Uneven But Ultimately Satisfying Season The BEST Episodes of Orphan Black Orphan Black got too complicated for its own good. Its final season is on track to fix that. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 82: Watchmen

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2019 57:36


Who watches the Watchmen? Well, on Nerdificent you can listen about them! This week Dani and Ify are joined by writer and fan favorite Joelle Monique to discuss this ever-expanding franchise. From the earliest iterations to the new HBO series, learn about the Watchmen on this weeks Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Joelle on Twitter I Think HBO's Watchmen is Tremendous Television. Lots of People Will Strongly Disagree Adaptation of 'Watchmen' is Graphic But Not Novel Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 81: Stephen King

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2019 72:12


It’s the last episode of Spooktober and the gang is talking about the Sultan of Scare, Stephen King! Dani and Ify are joined by comedian and favorite guest Lucé Tomlin Brenner to discuss the many works and the history of this famous author. Have a wonderful, safe, Halloween and enjoy this episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Lucé on Twitter and Instagram The 13 Best Stephen King Books Ranked Top 30 Stephen King Movies Ranked Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 80: Child's Play

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2019 56:05


Spooktober continues on this week's Nerdificent with the scariest doll in horror, Chucky! Dani and Ify are joined by writer Joan Ford to discuss the Child's Play franchise! From the first appearance of Chucky to his many reincarnations and cast of characters, all the dolls come out to play on this spooky episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Joan on Twitter Child's Play (1988) review by Roger Ebert Child's Play (2019) review by Peter Debruge for Variety Why People Are So Annoyed That There's A New 'Child's Play' Film Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 79: Aaahh!!! Real Monsters

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2019 51:25


Get ready to share your scares, this week the gang is talking Aaahh!!! Real Monsters! Dani and Ify are joined by legendary writer and showrunner Michael Price to talk about three very special monsters and the world they inhabit. Whether you grew up wanting to be Oblina or felt like more of a Krumm everyone gets their scare on on this week's Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Michael Price on Twitter 11 Things You Totally Forgot About Aaahh!!! Real Monsters History Of The Monster World Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 78: Candyman

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2019 60:50


Don't say it 5 times! This week Ify is joined by 'Craig of the Creek' head writer, Jeff Trammell to discuss the not-so-sweet horror classic, Candyman! Lots of laughs on this one, strap in watch out - it's another edition of Nerdificent!  FOOTNOTES: Jeff on Twitter Candyman Remake Release Date, Cast and Details Jordan Peele in Talks to Remake Clive Barker's 'Candyman' Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 77: The Haunted Mansion

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2019 64:20


Hop in the seat and get ready to see some Grim, Grinning Ghosts on this week's Nerdificent! Dani and Ify are joined by filmmaker Sabina Graves to discuss one of the most popular attractions in the world and inspiration for a film franchise, The Haunted Mansion. Whether you've rode the ride over and over or are just learning about the franchise, there's a little something for everyone on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Sabina on Instagram Guillermo Del Toro Dishes On 'Haunted Mansion' Remake 10 Things You're Dying To Know About The Haunted Mansion Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 76: Monster Hunter

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 54:11


Choose your weapon and gather some allies, we're hunting huge monsters on this edition of Nerdificent! Dani and Ify are in the studio once again to discuss the famous game series, Monster Hunter. From the earliest iterations to the newest Iceborne expansion, uncover the secrets of Monster Hunter right here on Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Monster Hunter Timeline Iceborne Is Exactly What Monster Hunter Needed Monster Hunter: World Is The King Of Capcom's Sales Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 75: James Bond

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2019 68:48


The name's Ificent, Nerd Ificent. It is the 75th episode of the show! To celebrate we have the great Marc Bernardin on to talk the past, present, and future of James Bond. Whether you're a Connery fan or prefer a more modern Craig - learn all there is to know about Double-O on this week's Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Marc on Twitter 25 James Bond Facts You've Never Heard Before James Bond's Best and Worst: Peter Travers Ranks All 24 Movies Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 74: Sherlock Holmes

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2019 54:12


Grab your pipe and cap and head to 221b Baker Street, this week we're talking about Sherlock Holmes! Dani and Ify are joined by Author and Host of iHeart Podcast 'Noble Blood', Dana Schwartz to talk about this legendary detective. Learn whether everything you've heard about Sherlock Holmes is fact or fiction and which stories to take a closer look at on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Dana on Twitter Preorder: THE WHITE MAN'S GUIDE TO WHITE MALE WRITERS OF THE WESTERN CANON The 12 Best Sherlock Holmes Stories, According to Arthur Conan Doyle Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 73: The Eternals

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2019 65:06


Hey Nerd fam, are you ready for Phase 4 of the MCU? This week Dani and Ify are joined by Host and Comedian Jay Washington to talk about the 'Eternals' franchise. From Jack Kirby's creation to their latest appearance as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the gang gets you ready for the next phase of Marvel films right here on Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Jay on Twitter Screen Rant: The Eternals Movie Can Play With MCU History Chloe Zhao to Direct Marvel Studios' 'The Eternals' Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 72: Angry Birds

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2019 50:09


Pull back that slingshot and launch yourself into this edition of Nerdficent! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Animator, Producer, and the Director of 'The Angry Birds Movie 2', Thurop Van Orman to discuss the many facets of the franchise. From the conception of the original mobile game to the inner workings of the second film, you get an inside look into Angry Birds on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Thurop on Twitter NYTimes Review: 'The Angry Birds Movie 2' Angry Birds: The Story Behind iPhone's Gaming Phenomenon Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 71: Pokémon

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 56:37


Turn your hat backwards and get ready to battle! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Host and Producer Matt Acevedo to discuss Pokémon! The gang touches on many iterations of the franchise from their first experiences with the Red and Blue editions to Detective Pikachu! Whether your Pokédex is full or you just stepped out of Pallet town there's a little bit of everything on this week's episode of Nerdificent!  FOOTNOTES: Matt on Twitter List of Pokémon (Sprite Gallery) The 10 Best Episodes of the Original Pokémon Anime Detective Pikachu: An Absurdly Silly, Wonderful Ride Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Episode 70: America Chavez

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2019 61:42


Hey Nerd fam, are you ready to kick through time with one of the great Latinx superheroes? This week we're talking about America Chavez! Dani is joined by writer and hosts Vanessa Gritton and Toni Sanchez, to discuss their favorite moments with the first LGBTQ Latinx Superhero. From the Multiverse to joining the West Coast Avengers, strap in for this deep dive on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Vanessa on Twitter Toni on Twitter 15 Awesome Facts About America Chavez Marvel Database: America Chavez Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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