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The long winter is over, and the convention floor is calling! In this episode Black Nerd Podcast, we're breaking down the ultimate survival guide for the upcoming Con Season. From the mad dash of securing badges to the precision engineering of a last-minute cosplay, we cover everything you need to know to survive the exhibit hall without losing your mind (or all your savings).Open show: Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap Sign Up For PatreonBNP TourBaldur's Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!Monday Night Co Op “Operation Tango!!Vote For New GameThe Precious: JS-1: https://amzn.to/47jwCx8Fame: Jaelyn: https://www.planetnerdtees.com/product/the-real-justice-league-tee/RLLSPH4BBVSRD2BGULVO33CZ?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=JVPWJVTYKQMVPXJD5MPWIJ7M&fbclid=PAVERFWAQaxIRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadLUSPGFc8of1R_FW1b-HKwU_hU1G0aYhPJ5CEBNzi6587SZdYdM1Gnhlb22Q_aem_hCPKWH0RIfd0aGk8psAuqwSloan: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVlZ2CaE1xB/?igsh=ZXE0aDY4NnN5emd4Commercial #1Main Topic: Key highlights of this episode include:The "Con-Budget" Reality Check: How to hunt for exclusive variants and autographs without ending up on a diet of instant noodles for the rest of the year.Cosplay Crunch Time: Tips for finishing that suit, handling "con-funk" in crowded spaces, and why comfortable shoes are more important than screen-accurate boots.Panel Strategies: How to navigate the schedule, which hall lines are actually worth the wait, and the art of the "snack-and-dash" to keep your energy up.The Blerd Community: A look at the meetups, parties, and networking events that make con season the best time of year for the culture.Riddle Me this: Commercial: #2Games:Dead ZonePhantom LineSpecies UnknownNews: Netflix Bought something from Ben AfleckX Box movesShadow Ecomony'sXAI CO Founder QuiteInvest In Pokemon CardsSauce Walka Has a video coming?Comic Of The week: Monsters We Make Instagram: http://instagram.com/blacknerdpodcast facebook: http://facebook.com/blacknerdpodcastReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/blacknerdgang/s/uftLsO0Ad9website: http://blacknerdpodcast.com
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In this episode of the Black Nerd Podcast, we're breaking down the earthquake that just hit the gaming world. Longtime Xbox savior Phil Spencer is officially hanging up the jersey, but the real shocker? Sarah Bond, the woman many of us expected to take the throne, is also out. We're diving deep into the "Asha Sharma era" and what it means when Microsoft puts an AI veteran in charge of our favorite franchises. Is the console era officially over? Between the massive drop in hardware sales and the pivot to a multi-platform future, we ask the hard question: Is Xbox "dead," or is it just evolving into something we don't recognize anymore? Topics we're tackling: The Sarah Bond Exit: Why did the industry's most prominent Black female executive leave just as the top spot opened up? Asha Sharma & The "AI Slop" Fear: Can an AI expert who isn't a "gamer" actually run the house that Halo built? The 25th Anniversary Crisis: Xbox is turning 25 this year, but with sales down and exclusives going to PS5, is there even a party to throw? Project Magnus: Is the rumored 2027 "PC-Console Hybrid" enough to save the brand, or is it too little, too late?
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Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap Sign Up For PatreonBaldur's Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!Monday Night Co Op “Green Hell!!The Precious: JS-1: https://amzn.to/46j8xpPFame: https://a.co/d/03XYio1gJaelyn: https://a.co/d/0eztCO4tSloan: https://a.co/d/06UaMi5mCommercial #1Main Topic: Key Discussion PointsRiddle Me this: Commercial: #2Games:Don't Panic, It's Just TurbulanceThe Eternal Life Of GoldmanYakuza Kiwami 3Pax AutocraticaCroakNews: Xbox CEO leaving with a friend?Takedra Brings In Billions For WaymoSuper Hero Trading CardsHow To Unredact The Epstein FilesThe Entire Financial System is flippingLife is a video gameA.I./ robot Segment:Military Robots are hereDance robots are hereOthersBiggest robot developersComic Of The week: GagoInstagram: http://instagram.com/blacknerdpodcast facebook: http://facebook.com/blacknerdpodcastReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/blacknerdgang/s/uftLsO0Ad9website: http://blacknerdpodcast.comhttp://twitter.com/vvcradio http://instagram.com/js1thasupplier http://instagram.com/fameplanbhttp://instagram.com/jaelynaleisehttp://instagram.com/sloan_tempest
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We love our gadgets, our high-frame-rate gaming, and our crystal-clear Discord calls—but how often do we look under the hood to see who wrote the code? In Episode 139, the Black Nerd Podcast is geek-diving into the "Source Code" of modern life. We're counting down the Top 10 Nerdiest Tech Creations from Black Inventors. This isn't your average history lesson. We're talking about the high-level engineering, mathematical modeling, and "mad scientist" energy that gave us everything from the interchangeable video game cartridge to the 3D holographic tech being used in NASA labs today. If you've ever called yourself a gamer, a coder, or a tech-head, this episode is a tribute to the pioneers who built the playground we play in every single day.Open show: Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap Sign Up For PatreonBaldur's Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!Monday Night Co Op “Green Hell!!The Precious: JS-1: https://amzn.to/3MGQYJHFame: https://a.co/d/02DawUMpJaelyn: https://www.chessnutech.com/collections/robotic-chessboard/products/chessnut-move-advanced-robotic-chessboard-with-plastic-piecesSloan: Commercial #1Main Topic: Key Discussion PointsThe Gaming Genesis: How Jerry Lawson saved us from being stuck with just Pong forever.CGI & Dinosaurs: The "Geometry Engine" that made Jurassic Park possible and changed cinema history.The Math of the Map: Why Gladys West is the reason you never actually get lost (even when your GPS tells you to turn left into a lake).The Lonnie Johnson Paradox: How one man mastered both the Stealth Bomber and the Super Soaker.Riddle Me this: Commercial: #2Games:Project WindlessLeatherfallThe House Always WinsThe Worlds Most Chaoctic TerminalNews: DC/ Marvel Releases of this year.China's new A.I. Generator?TMNT Pizza Store's?Soda Machine DataWhere does time come from?Stolen TV?Comic Of The week:Instagram: http://instagram.com/blacknerdpodcast facebook: http://facebook.com/blacknerdpodcastReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/blacknerdgang/s/uftLsO0Ad9website: http://blacknerdpodcast.comhttp://twitter.com/vvcradio http://instagram.com/js1thasupplier http://instagram.com/fameplanbhttp://instagram.com/jaelynaleisehttp://instagram.com/sloan_tempest
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In this episode of the Black Nerd Podcast, we're heading to the altar to celebrate the unions that defined our childhoods and shaped our imaginations. We're moving beyond the "struggle tropes" to highlight the intellectual, adventurous, and high-powered love stories that prove Black Love is a Superpower.Open show: Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap Sign Up For PatreonBaldur's Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!Monday Night Co Op “Green Hell!!The Precious: “What A Nerd Wants For Valentine's Day?”JS-1: https://amzn.to/4tq6kmcFame: Jaelyn: https://a.co/d/09UjyMo5Sloan: https://a.co/d/0a0XAqVyCommercial #1Main Topic: Key Discussion PointsWhether they're fighting off alien invasions together or just debating the ethics of the Multiverse over dinner, these couples represent the "Endgame" we all root for. Grab your cape, your rings, and your favorite comic—it's time to get Blerdly Beloved.Why is your couple important to you?What space do they occupy within the culture?What makes their union different from other marriages within the culture?Riddle Me this: Commercial: #2Games:War If The WorldsFear The Time LoopNews: Star Trek WritersSuperhero real life back storiesThe A list is dead?Getting paid to be petty?Comic Of The week:Instagram: http://instagram.com/blacknerdpodcast facebook: http://facebook.com/blacknerdpodcastReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/blacknerdgang/s/uftLsO0Ad9website: http://blacknerdpodcast.comhttp://twitter.com/vvcradio http://instagram.com/js1thasupplier http://instagram.com/fameplanbhttp://instagram.com/jaelynaleisehttp://instagram.com/sloan_tempest
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Love isn't just a subplot; in the multiverse, it's a superpower. As we kick off Black History Month 2026 & speed closer to Valentines Day, we're moving beyond the "struggle" and centering on Black Joy and Connection.In this episode, we're counting down the Top 10 Strongest Love Affairs in Nerd Culture. We aren't just talking about "ships"—we're talking about the ride-or-die partnerships that have survived cosmic reboots, zombie apocalypses, and the high-stakes world of public education. From the royal union of T'Challa and Storm to the slow-burn "nerd-meets-nerd" chemistry of Janine and Gregory, we explore why these couples resonate so deeply with the Blerd community.Join us as we analyze how these relationships challenge historical stereotypes, celebrate vulnerability, and prove that in every timeline, Black love is a radical and necessary force.Open show: Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap Sign Up For PatreonBaldur's Gate 3 Sessions!Monday Night Co Op!!Lor Travis Invitational TournamentThe Precious: JS-1: https://amzn.to/4tcesqlFame: https://a.co/d/ghVl7sbJaelyn: https://a.co/d/0njXVQbSloan: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4390724824/?ref=share_ios_native_controlCommercial #1Main Topic: Key Discussion PointsThe Blueprint: Why A Different World's Dwayne and Whitley still define "Goals" in 2026.Multiversal Bonds: The evolution of Miles Morales and the strength of his comic-book connections.Revolutionary Romance: How Black sci-fi and fantasy are finally giving us "soft" love stories without the trauma.Riddle Me this: Commercial: #2Games:Police SimulatorStars Of IcurusDue ProcessArms Of GodNews: Power Rangers UniverseCat cellphoneSocial Media Platform only for A.I.Chuck NorrisJudge Dred RebootGundam on Netflix?Disney Afternoon CollectionCalculate How much a ood chucksHumans will return to the moon next week Highlander rebootComic Of The week:Instagram: http://instagram.com/blacknerdpodcast facebook: http://facebook.com/blacknerdpodcastReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/blacknerdgang/s/uftLsO0Ad9website: http://blacknerdpodcast.comhttp://twitter.com/vvcradio http://instagram.com/js1thasupplier http://instagram.com/fameplanbhttp://instagram.com/jaelynaleisehttp://instagram.com/sloan_tempest
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Maintaining a balance between your creative passions and the "real world" is a challenge every blerd (black nerd) faces when they decide to hit record. In this episode, we're peeling back the curtain on the business, the hustle, and the mental health required to survive as an independent nerdy content creator.Whether you're a cosplayer, a YouTuber, or a comic book writer, being "independent" means you are the CEO, the intern, and the talent all at once. We'll discuss how to build a brand that stays true to your geeky roots while navigating an industry that doesn't always have a blueprint for us.Open show: Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap Sign Up For PatreonBaldur's Gate 3 Sessions!Monday Night Co Op!!Lor Travis Invitational TournamentPokemon CompetitionThe Precious: JS-1: https://amzn.to/4qOtukDFame: https://a.co/d/3ZJSSYhJaelyn: https://a.co/d/eaAkAWrSloan: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4370365252/?ref=share_ios_native_controlCommercial #1Main Topic: Commercial: #2Games:Duel Fire Walled CityMagical AcademyLoot BoundSemiNews: Nights everyone should plan with their friendsSamsung is top dog!If buying doesn't count as ownership then…..Demolition Man 2 in productionComic Of The week: OrdealInstagram: http://instagram.com/blacknerdpodcast facebook: http://facebook.com/blacknerdpodcastReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/blacknerdgang/s/uftLsO0Ad9website: http://blacknerdpodcast.comhttp://twitter.com/vvcradio http://instagram.com/js1thasupplier http://instagram.com/fameplanbhttp://instagram.com/jaelynaleisehttp://instagram.com/sloan_tempest
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Segregation or Sanctuary: Do We Still Need Blerd-Specific Spaces?The Controversy: As "Black Cons" grow in popularity, some argue that by creating our own conventions, we are retreating from the main stage and making it easier for "Big Cons" (like SDCC or NYCC) to ignore Black creators.The Debate: Is "Blerd" a necessary label for protection and networking, or is it becoming a "marketing gimmick" that limits Black creators to a smaller niche?The Heat: Pose the question: "If San Diego Comic-Con was perfectly inclusive tomorrow, would Blerdcon still need to exist?"NewsTNA's AMC Debut: TNA Wrestling officially debuted on AMC this week (Jan 15) with TNA Genesis 2026. Was the premiere "underwhelming" or a solid first step for a brand trying to reclaim its spot?
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The Black Nerd Podcast crew is back for their annual pre-Thanksgiving tradition! This week, the hosts take a break from the usual deep dives into comics, gaming, and genre film to focus on the things that truly matter. Join them as they share personal stories and hilarious hot takes about everything they're grateful for—from representation in media (finally!) and the latest generation of gaming consoles that kept them sane, to the simple blessings like Auntie's mac and cheese and the power of a perfectly timed viral Black Twitter moment.Open show: Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkJoy HQBaldur's Gate 3 Sessions!Tha Revival 2 The Precious: JS-1: https://amzn.to/4pqy8nLFame: https://a.co/d/3HVq28oJaelyn: https://a.co/d/f3J7httSloan: https://amzn.to/4p9syqfCommercial #1Main Topic: What A Black Nerd Is Thankful For!Riddle Me this: Commercial: #2Games:Kingdoms Of The DumpKyju Cleaner simulatorErrosionBeasts Be GoneGod BreakersNews: Tech that will completely change in our lifetimeDigital Credit CardNep-Hero's?New Black Tech Bros?DeadMau5 has a game?Black Spades ?Instagram: http://instagram.com/blacknerdpodcast facebook: http://facebook.com/blacknerdpodcastReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/blacknerdgang/s/uftLsO0Ad9website: http://blacknerdpodcast.comhttp://twitter.com/vvcradio http://instagram.com/js1thasupplier http://instagram.com/fameplanbhttp://instagram.com/jaelynaleisehttp://instagram.com/sloan_tempest
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On this episode of Burn Notice, Napalm and I break down the truth about Black folks in anime, comics, and nerd culture—and why the real bullying never came from the kids, but from grown adults clinging to old stereotypes. We talk about how Black creativity has always been part of anime since the '80s, how cosplay and Comic Con are exploding with melanin, and how our own community sometimes becomes the biggest gatekeeper of Black imagination. From HBCU tradition clashes to creative insecurities to adults projecting their own baggage onto kids—we call it all out. Be who you are. Let your kids be who they are. The future is creative, nerdy, and wide open.
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You ever watch a movie or play a video game and think, "Man, I'd love to visit there"? Well, this ain't that episode.This week the team break down the absolute worst, most treacherous, and downright disrespectful places in fiction you could possibly sign a lease. Forget the scenic vistas and magical wonders; we're talking about the places where your life expectancy is measured in days and the homeowner's association is run by a dark lord.
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