The Nerd Alternative

Join Ram and special guests Karto & Prime from Anime Freshmen as they discuss their preferences between Anime and Manga. Make sure to let us know what you prefer in the comments!

For valentine's day listen in as I talk about some of my favourite romantic, familial and platonic love stories. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative TikTok: @TheNerdAlternative

This week Ram is joined by a special but familar guest to discuss Daniel Kaluuya's writing & directorial debut The Kitchen. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative TikTok: @TheNerdAlternative

In this ramble I talk about Baldur's Gate 3 and the things I learned after playing it last year. Dive into a brief history of RPG's as well as an overview of the game. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative TikTok: @TheNerdAlternative

Welcome to the Nerd Alternative a sweet melting pot of all things nerdy!

Welcome to Ram's Rambles a series where Ram discusses the games, books and films that are feeding her art and soul. This week she's discusses video game Persona 5 Royal and the lessons it left her with.

This episode we brought back Brendon (BlerdUp) to do something a little different... Join us as we exchange, a film, a song and a public figure from across the Black Atlantic and discuss some of the differences between African-American and Black British people.

Hello and welcome back to The Nerd Alternative! We've gone through a few changes since 2023 so here's a little intro for the next step for the podcast.

Welcome to this episode of The Nerd Alternative. This week we discussed the well loved TV show The Boondocks, discussing it's history and creator Aaron McGruder as well as it's impact on both animation and the Black community at large. What's your Boondocks story? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative TikTok: @TheNerdAlternative

Welcome to our first Nerd Corner episode. These are the episodes where we discuss the latest news from the geekdom, as well as highlights or disappointments in the daily life of two nerds. In this week's episode we discuss James Gunn's DCU plans, disappointments from the BAFTAs as well as a run down on the recent State of Play presentation. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Tiktok: @thenerdalternative Music by Anno Domini Beats

We are back with our first podcast of 2023! That being said it i s truly a sad day at The Nerd Alternative camp as Hassan is leaving us as a main host. Join us as we take a trip down memory lane and remember all the good times and laughs we have shared. (P.s don't worry Hassan will be back as a guest host) Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative TikTok: @TheNerdAlternative

This episode we dipped into some theatre as we discussed Ryan Calais Cameron's brilliant play 'For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Get too Heavy'. Joined by Manny, we went over the play's impact, some of it's most touching moments as well as the importance of nuanced and varied Black stories. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Check out Manny here: Twitter: @IgnorantEdema Instagram: @IgnorantEdema Tiktok: @postcreditscenepodcast And https://medium.com/@ignorantedema for all of Manny's writing! Make sure you check out 4eyesAcademia here: Twitter: @4EyesAcademia Instagram: @4EyesAcademia Youtube: 4 Eyes Academia Twitch: 4 Eyes Academia Podcast available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

This week we managed to rope Brendon back in for a breakdown of one of Phase 4's better outings from marvel, Black Panther Wakanda Forever! Join us as we breakdown the good the bad and ugly of the latest Wakandan adventure! If you want to hear more from Brendon you can catch him on twitch at BlerdyB and listen to episodes of the brilliant BlerdUp podcast on Spotify, Anchor and other podcast platforms. https://twitter.com/BlerdU https://www.twitch.tv/blerdyb https://www.tiktok.com/@blerdyb You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Tiktok: @thenerdalternative Hive: @thenrdalt

On the cusp of some huge sequel releases like God of War Ragnarok and Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, we thought what better time to sit down and discuss sequels in gaming! Join us as we breakdown what it is to make a great sequel, and our favourite and least favourite sequels in some of gaming's biggest franchises! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Tiktok: @thenerdalternative

Halloween is almost upon us and with it all manner of terrifying delights to sink your nerdy teeth into! Join us as we review Marvel's new creature feature Werewolf By Night and break down our favourite horror media and mediums! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Tiktok: @thenerdalternative

This episode we discussed horror-comedy House of Darkness featuring Justin Long and Kate Bosworth. Join us as we talked about our favourite awkward moments in the film as well as it's bloody end... Did we say Happy Halloween? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Tiktok: @thenerdalternative

This week we had the pleasure of Brendon of BlerdUp joining us to talk about the way in which social media has impacted our nerdom. From leaked trailers, to toxic fans we discussed our personal relationship with the interwebs as well as how it has been shaping nerd culture in recent years. If you want to hear more from Brendon you can catch him on twitch at BlerdyB and listen to episodes of the brilliant BlerdUp podcast on Spotify, Anchor and other podcast platforms. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Tiktok: @thenerdalternative

Join us this week as we breakdown the Netflix Adaptation of Neil Gaiman's seminal graphic novel, The Sandman You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Tiktok: @thenerdalternative

Join us this week as we breakdown Universal's latest action packed blockbuster BEAST starring Idris Elba, Sharlto Copley, Iyana Halley & Leah Jeffries! You can find our interview of Iyana Halley & Leah Jeffries here: https://youtu.be/eO4i7KaJeao Please leave us a comment and subscribe! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

Jordan Peele's done it again with his latest directorial outing Nope, starring Daniel Kaluuya & Keke Palmer! Join us as we break down this tense and engrossing cinema spectacle! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

With the current gaming landscape dominated by battle royales, live services and microtransactions we thought what better time to ask, does the industry hate single player experiences? Join us as we break down the current trends, and dubious tweets from the triple A! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

Butcher and the boys are back! Join us as we break down the highs, lows and down right insane moments of season 3 of Amazon Primes The Boys You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we were joined by Andy & Isaac from Streamcast to discuss the recent gaming showcases replaced the gap left by E3. From our favourite previews to the ones we were missing, we touched on the Xbox & Bethesda showcase, Summer Games Fest and Wholesome direct. You can hear more from Streamcast by following them on their platforms. Twitter: @streamcast_ Instagram: @streamcast_ Twitch: streamcastTV Podcast: streamcast You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we were joined by Tim Barnes a Comedian, Writer and all round multi-talented human being. We discussed his brand new show 'Maurice on Mars' which dropped on the Comedy Central Animated YouTube channel last Friday. Tim also shared his journey as a Black Comedian and TV Writer and his thoughts on the state of comedy today. Make sure you check out the 'Maurice on Mars' You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Podcast available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts You can find out more about Tim and his work below: Twitter: @timbarnes451 Instagram: @timbarnescomedy Facebook: @timbarnescomedy Maurice on Mars Ep. 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ju1jaIzmEZw

It was so much fun breaking down Volume 2 With the 4eyes crew that we couldn't tackle volume 3 without them! Join us this week for our review of the third instalment of Netflix hit anthology animated series, rate each episode and stack this season against it's predecessors! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Make sure you check out 4eyesAcademia here: Twitter: @4EyesAcademia Instagram: @4EyesAcademia Youtube: 4 Eyes Academia Twitch: 4 Eyes Academia Podcast available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts And https://medium.com/@ignorantedema for all of Manny's writing!

This week we're joined by Josh to discuss the latest Phase four MCU film, Dr Strange and the Multiverse Madness. Listen to us to talk highlights, lows and a few possibly controversial takes. Have you watched the film yet? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we dove into the streaming wars *record scratch* the video game one. With the future of gaming starting to become more apparent we discussed where the next generation of console might lead us, Sony's answer to Microsoft's Game pass as well as failed systems like Stadia. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we are catching up on all of the good bad and ugly content we missed on our hiatus in our very own Room 101 style gauntlet! Join us as we put a season of anime, TV, video games and movies to the vote to see who is greatest winners and reigns over our landfill! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

WE ARE BACK!!! Hope you haven't missed us too much. And he we are returning to you with a great episode. Hassan and Ram sat down with Muniyra Douglas from Vortex Corp, a creative company that explores arfrican culture through comics animations and much more, as well as their latest project Black rain.  Kickstarter: http://kck.st/33NkjM9  Social media: @vxanimation @vortexcentral @vxcomics    Website: www.vxanimation www.vxanimations.com www.vortex247.com You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we discussed our three anime standouts from this year's Spring season. We expressed our thoughts on To Your Eternity, Tokyo Revengers and the eclectic Odd Taxi. With the summer season well underway this was a great time to reflect and recommend some of our Spring highlights. Have you watched any of these? Let us know your thoughts on our socials. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we got into the MCU's first phase four film, Black Widow. As well as what we thought of the film, we talked about its place in the wider universe as well as it what it may or may not have set up for the future. Have you watched the film? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we dove into the MCU's third show Loki! With the last episode having dropped this Wednesday we discussed what we thought of the series, characters and the stories' impact on the wider MCU. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

In this week's episode we discussed all things accessibility in the gaming industry. From the barriers you might face as a new gamer, gatekeeping and more importantly the lack of inclusivity when it comes to disabled gamers. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we discussed the box office smash hit franchise Fast & Furious. With the release of the 9th film F9, we review the latest instalment as well as discussing the franchise as a whole. Fast & Furious the franchise that never died.. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we decided to talk all things animation as well as review Disney Pixar's newest film Luca. Whilst Animation has been commonly associated with kids there has been a steady stream of adult-oriented animated shows since the 90s. In this episode we explore what that means for the future of animation, as well as where the line blurs... You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

After being cancelled in 2020, E3 is back with a bang! from Halo infinite multiplayer to Elden ring, Metroid dread to Starfield, recurring guest Josh joins us as we unpick all of the E3 goodness and discuss whats in store for us gamers You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

With E3 on the horizon, We decided to talk alot about games! Joins us as we speculate a little bit about what we expect over the next week, and reflect on the 9th generation with some honest thoughts. We also talk about spiderverse castings, the 3080ti release and some other playstation news. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

We enjoyed the 4Eyes crew so much on our 50th ep quiz episode that we decided to invite them backfor a proper chat! Tudz and Manny rejoin us and speak about their origin and journey so far. Also volume 2 of Love, Death & Robots which recently dropped on netflix, so we decided to review it and see if it stands up to volume 1. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Youtube: The Nerd Alternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Please also follow and listen to our guests' podcasts if you aren't already! 4 Eyes Academia: Twitter: @4EyesAcademia Instagram: @4EyesAcademia Youtube: 4 Eyes Academia Twitch: 4 Eyes Academia Podcast available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

The long awaited mass effect legendary edition has released, so we thought we would talk about all of our favourite, as well as some of our least favourite remakes and remasters! We also reach into the corners of the nerdom and talk about NFTs, Warnermedia and hot tub streams. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

Unfair questions? Dodgy scorekeeping? All the things that make a great quiz if you ask us! To celebrate our 50th episode we decided to host a quiz show and invite some friends to join in on the fun, but who will emerge victor? Tune in to find out!You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative Please also follow and listen to our guests' podcasts if you aren't already! 4 Eyes Academia: Twitter: @4EyesAcademia Instagram: @4EyesAcademia Youtube: 4 Eyes Academia Twitch: 4 Eyes Academia Podcast available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Black Anime Podcast: Twitter: @BuildCasters & @Blackanimepods Instagram: @BuildCasters & @Blackanimepods Podcast: Buildcasters (available on Anchor, Spotify, Applepodcasts etc) Streamcast: Twitter: Streamcast_ Instagram: Streamcast_ Twitch: Streamcast Youtube: Streamcast Podcast available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

In 8 short episodes, Invincible was well...Invincible. In this episode we review the Robert Kirkman created series, discussing the epic finale as well as where it fits in the cinematic age of superheroes You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

Since the MCU's second TV series 'Falcon & The Winter Soldier' has now come to end we decided to review the show in its entirety. Touching on some heavy themes such a race, patriotism and PTSD we focused on some the character building in the show. We also did a mini review of the recently released Mortal Kombat. Did you enjoy Falcon & The Winter Soldier? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

With sequels and franchises slowly taking over mainstream cinema we discussed the way they've instilled themselves into our visual methods of storytelling. We also debated the best and worst of the two, and our preferred structure of films. Do you prefer standalone stories or sequels/franchises? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

In this episode we ranked Warner Bros. Monsterverse films, which featured pop culture monster icons Godzilla and King Kong. As well as their respective solo films we also reviewed the recently released Godzilla vs Kong in which the two come to a head... Are you repping Godzilla or are you team King Kong? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

Inspired by some of the social commentary happening in Falcon and The Winter Soldier, we decided to look back at some of the social issues that have been explored in the MCU so far. We discussed the successful or unsuccessful portrayals of world issues, as well as diving into some news beforehand. What's your favourite MCU film? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we discussed two much discussed "black films"; Coming 2 America and the critically acclaimed Judas and The Black Messiah. We reviewed the two, contemplating the stories they told and the impact they might have on black history and representation today. Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

It's finally here! All four hours and 1 minute of the Snyder Cut dropped so we sat down with DC fan Josh to discuss what we thought of the hyped, Snyder Cut of Justice League. Have you watched it? You can hear more of Josh on his podcast Sick of the Pundits, which you can find on Youtube and Twitter @sickofthepundit You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we sat down with Ash co-founder of Buildcasters: A Gundam Podcast and Black Anime Podcasters a directory for black anime content creator. We interviewed Ash, discussing his love for Mecha Anime as well as exciting new projects he's working on. In light of the Mecha theme we also reviewed Netflix anime Pacific Rim: The Black. To learn more about Ash and his content follow: Twitter: @BuildCasters & @Blackanimepods Instagram: @BuildCasters & @Blackanimepods Podcast: Buildcasters (available on anchor, spotify, applepodcasts etc) You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

Now that WandaVision has come to an end, we came back to discuss the final episodes as well as how the series held up in general. We were joined once more by honorary member Josh. What did you make of the show? Also take a listen to Josh's podcast Sick of the Pundits, which you can find on Youtube and Twitter @sickofthepundit You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

This week we discussed women in pop culture, analysing some of the most tiresome tropes that female characters are subject to as well what makes a good female character. Happy Women's history month everyone. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative

In this episode we dove into the topic of gatekeeping, unpacking the motivations and mindset behind it all. We also discussed some ‘hidden gems' anime for you to watch, and placed our bets on who will be the ‘Luke Skywalker' size cameo in WandaVision. Who do you think the big cameo will be? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: r/TheNrdAlternative