Podcasts about nw nerd

Beau Johnson organizes events for PlayTest NW, so game designers can test their creations. But when the pandemic struck in 2020, prompting lockdowns and social distancing, the gaming organization had to evolve overnight. How did PlayTest NW change, and what does it look like today. Beau Johnson with PlayTest NW took time to chat with NW NERD at a previous Washington State Summer Con. Theme music by The Hoot Hoots. 

Ming Chen spends a lot of time on the road, traveling to different pop culture conventions as a guest and a host. In doing so, he has become familiar with many cities across the USA, getting to know the local restaurants, cafes, dive bars, and more. When he is visiting the Northwest (Seattle, Tacoma, Portland, Puyallup), he has a few spots he always returns to. In this episode, Ming discusses his favorite hang outs in the region. This is Ming Chen's bars and bites guide to the NW. (This episode includes unbleeped naughty words and discussion of mature topics)Ming Check spoke with NW NERD at a previous Washington State Summer Con. Theme music by The Hoot Hoots. Cover: Ming Chen and Dyer Oxley visit Bob's Java Jive in Tacoma, Wash. 

You may know Alicia Marie from comic conventions where she is often a guest, but this cosplayer is more than meets the eye. Alicia Marie lives many lives: Cosplayer, fitness expert, social media influencer, advocate for the deaf community, author, and more. With so much going on, it's no wonder that some information has been stretched online. So we set the record straight by going to the source and learning about the many lives of Alicia Marie. Cosplayer Alicia Marie took time to chat with NW NERD at Washington State Summer Con. Theme music by The Hoot Hoots. Cover: Cosplayer Alicia Marie visits NW NERD's podcast lounge at Washington State Summer Con. 

watch the video here, http://youtube.com/@r-townpodcast2446 The boys are back and sharing the stage with Dyer Oxley of NW Nerd podcast and magazine. Speaking of Nerds, that is what they are talking about in this episode. Nerd niches ("Nee-shays" as Mike would say), movies, properties, favorites, etc. And, they dive into the Seattle area as a Nerd City. Check it out and don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, set the bell and have a great day!

the guys record at the convention at the NW-NERD podcast lounge. we talked to a few people.

How to describe Captain Slinky? Well, for starters, he makes these lamps. They're one-of-a-kind and you just have to see them to believe them. They certainly fit in at an event called "The Oddmall." Captain Slinky took the helm of The Oddmall in Washington and has been featuring crafters and vendors that don't always fit in at your generic craft fair. Here, you will find the weirdness that defines the Northwest, and more. Think of it like the best of the DIY vendors at a comic con. Also: Random Fandom with Nathan O'Brien. Nathan founded Spokane's Lilac City Comic Con. He sat down to chat about a couple modern renditions of old fandoms that he really got into. NW NERD's theme music is by The Hoots. Other music in this episode is "Humm OK," by Gable. Support the show

Cosplay is not just about crafting screen-accurate costumes for Rogues Gallery Cosplay. It's also about fitness.  NW NERD presents a feature profile on this Northwest couple who builds their attire along with their bodies.This feature is an audio version of a profile on Rogues Gallery Cosplay published in the first edition of NW NERD Magazine. Find a digital copy of the magazine here. Cover photo by Dave GallagherNW NERD's theme music is by The Hoot Hoots. Music in this episode:"The City Wakes Up" by Jonas Hipper"Acid Jazz" by Kevin MacLeodSupport the show

Cosplayer Ani-Mia has taken her cosplay to new heights as a writer who has been featured in Otaku Magazine and Cosplay Central. She didn't let her passions end there and also penned a series of comics for Dynamite's Betty Page series. But these stories may not be what you would assume. Also in this episode: Random Fandom with Comic Dad Andrew. Andrew reaches back into his childhood memories to reminisce about a little-known 1980s TV show. NW NERD's theme music is by The Hoot Hoots. Other music in this episode is"Humm OK," by Gable. Interviews with Ani-Mia and Comic Dad Andrew were recorded at Washington Summer Con. Support the show

Do you have a comic book idea you want to see in print? Woody Arnold is a DIY, indie comic creator who has navigated the tricky world of self publishing. He has had to adapt to many challenges, which he hasn't let stop his current project,  Cybersymbiosis.  Woody is taking Cybersymbiosis to a whole new level with his latest Kickstarter effort. Check that out here. Also, a new segment debuts on NW NERD: Random Fandom. We all have some piece of pop culture we hold dear — perhaps something that has been lost to time, salvaged mostly in our memories, or maybe it's a guilty pleasure, something folks wouldn't assume you love. Whatever it is, NW NERD is collecting these treasures in a segment called "Random Fandom." Random because of the pop culture discussed, or the people discussing it. Support the show

Beverly Downen wears many hats ... or helmets, horns ... and crowns? She's a cosplayer, competitor, judge, and now an author!You may know Beverly as a skilled cosplayer who crafts impressive costumes for the Northwest's many comic cons. You may know her from competitions she has participated in or judged. You may know her from the SheProp! community (celebrating female, non-binary, and transgender cosplayers). Pretty soon, you will know Beverly as an author. Her new book, "Cosplayer's Ultimate Guide to EVA Foam," is on pre-order (as of the publishing of this episode), and is slated to be released on November 25. Beverly sits down with NW NERD to discuss how she got into cosplay in the first place, her work as a cosplayer and in the SheProp! community, and her new book. Support the show

A chat with actor Russell Hodgkinson of "Z Nation" fame. The actor discusses the film scene in Spokane, whether or not he should shave his beard, projects he's working on, cats, and gardening ... and more. This interview was recorded at Spokane's Lilac City Comic Con.And check out the first time Russell spoke with NW NERD. This episode is brought to you by Rose City Comic Con's Drink and Draw after party, presented by Dark Horse Comics. Drink and Draw is 8 p.m. on September 9, at the Spirit of '77. Proceeds go to support the Hero Initiative. Get your tickets now. Support the show

Dyer has some big news to announce, and to explain it all ... this episode is going to get a little weird. Egypt Archie from the Comic Dads and Joel the Geek take over the podcast to press Dyer about what NW NERD has been up to, why did it go on hiatus, what will the podcast be like now ... and what's the deal with this magazine?!That's right, NW NERD has made a magazine that is now showing up at geek hangouts across the Northwest, from Portland to Spokane, Seattle to Bellingham. Digital copies are available at nw-nerd.com. This is a magazine for us - the geeks, cinephiles, gamers, cosplayers, comic collectors, pop culture aficionados and more. If you know that Han shot first, or have a favorite Star Trek captain, or dream about roaming Middle Earth or outer space in the Bebop, this magazine is for you. And by the way, this podcast episode is brought to you by Rose City Comic Con's Drink and Draw after party, presented by Dark Horse Comics. Grab your tickets now. Comic artists will draw alongside you as you settle in for a night of hilarity and artistry. There will be prizes. And it's all for a good cause - The Hero Initiative. NW NERD's theme music is by The Hoot Hoots. This episode also features "Humm OK" by Gable. Support the show

Thank you, NW Nerd, for sponsoring today's episode! NW Nerd is a podcast chronicling the people and the passions that make geek life so great. These are the stories that make us nerds. Listen wherever you listen to podcasts and follow online at @nw_nerd.For our third episode in this SG Small Business series, please welcome your friendly neighborhood publicist Kosi Harris.Before I started working with Kosi, I really didn't understand the difference between PR and marketing. Thankfully I had Kosi to explain that to me, and luckily now you do, too!I've been fortunate enough to work with Kosi in different ways over the past few years, and I'm really glad you get to meet her now. If you're considering expanding your business with publicity, I hope this episode gives you some insight into questions to ask yourself ahead of time and ways to get your business ready for PR.If you have any questions or would like to inquire about working with her, please follow Kosi at @kosi_harris_pr. Have a great week, and stay nerdy!Special thanks to our executive producers for this episode Galaxy Gear Boutique, Kal-Elle, LoganArch, and Karen Hallion.If you enjoyed this episode, you might love the rest of our episodes! Click here to browse the archives. Join our Patreon for bonus gifts and content!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sartorial-geek. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What would Jim Starlin, creator of Shang-Chi, say about where this character could be headed on screen? We ask him in an exclusive interview. Also featuring collaborator Jaime Jameson to talk Dreadstar and more. Our Shang-Chi discussion continues with Joel the Geek and NW NERD's Nina to cover our reviews of the film, as well as (spoiler alert) speculation on where Marvel could be aiming its films now that Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings has been released.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Part 2 of our blockbuster episodes. Dyer Oxley of the NW Nerd podcast joins us to talk about the great summer tradition of blockbuster movies. We reflect on our second classic fan favorite, Dick Tracy. We had such a great conversation, we've decided to break this conversation into two episodes. We also discuss blockbuster bombs. Tell us your favorite summer movie on one of our socials!

We wrap up our first season with a bang -- a blockbuster, in fact! Dyer Oxley of the NW Nerd podcast joins us to talk about the great summer tradition of blockbuster movies. We reflect on the history of the blockbuster and talk about the classic fan favorite INDEPENDENCE DAY. We had such a great conversation, we've decided to break this conversation into two episodes. Tell us your favorite summer movie on one of our socials!

This episode is for all the geek senses – tastes and smells, etc. Michel Paves used her creativity during the pandemic to develop scent profiles for her favorite fandoms and characters, from Wolverine to Falkor the luck dragon. That evolved into Nerdwax Candles which can be found online and perhaps at a farmer's market near you. She talks with NW NERD about some candle projects in the works.  Also, NW NERD recently won an award from the Society of Professional Journalists for a version of a story he did on Friday Elliott with Friday Afternoon Tea. That story was first published on NW NERD. We're playing a segment from that story. Friday showed how she uses her unique form of synesthesia to develop flavor profiles by listening to NW NERD episodes and designing a tea flavor for the podcast. Joining this episode to talk through it all is Egypt from the Comic Dads along with Nessa (Comic Mom). Both have bartending experience, so we're throwing some characters at these comic parents to see what drink they would serve them. All that and a few special announcements. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

You can still play The Oregon Trail on Apple Arcade, but the modern version of this iconic educational game has gotten an upgrade as part of an effort to more accurately depict the times, and the people along the trail – Native Americans in particular.  This story comes to us from reporter Anna King who first reported this story for Northwest News Network. You can read and hear her story here. Music in this episode was by Kevin MacLeod. NW NERD's theme music is by The Hoot Hoots. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

An encore presentation of NW NERD's feature story on the Oregon Trail video game that was the highlight of many young students' school day in the 1980s and 1990s. NW NERD talks with Don Rawitsch, the creator of the educational video game,. It was a rocky road over many years before The Oregon Trail was a pop culture icon. Ensign Brandon Haddix and Pop Culture Journalist Dyer Oxley go over their own experiences with the game, and Dyer even pops a quiz on Brandon. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

What is the connection between Star Trek and journalism?NW NERD presents a special roundtable discussion with three award-winning journalists who happen to be major Star Trek fans. Essex Porter, Heather Bosch, and Jeff Pohjola join Dyer for a chat about their love of Star Trek, and how it can relate to their industry. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Thank you, NW Nerd, for sponsoring today's episode! NW Nerd is a podcast chronicling the people and the passions that make geek life so great. These are the stories that make us nerds. Listen wherever you listen to podcasts and follow online at @nw_nerd.This week we want to thank Phoenix, Ariel, Antonia, Natasha, Alexandria, and Angela for supporting us on Patreon. It's because of you we can keep this community running!Exciting news, lovers of fan fiction! This week's guests, Justine Mastin and Larisa Garski wrote a book all about the therapeutic power of fan fiction called Starship Therapise.Modern mythologies are everywhere–from the Avengers of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to the dragons of Game of Thrones. Where once geek culture was niche and hidden, fandom characters and stories have blasted their way into our cineplexes, bookstores, and streaming systems. They help us make sense of our daily lives–and they can also help us heal. Mental health therapists and Starship Therapise podcast hosts Larisa A. Garski and Justine Mastin offer a self-help guide to the mental health galaxy for those who have been left out in more traditional therapy spaces: geeks, nerds, gamers, cosplayers, introverts, and all of their friends.Starship Therapise explores the ways in which narratives and play inform the shape of our lives, inviting readers to embrace radical self-care with lessons from Westworld's Maeve and Dolores, explore anxiety with Miyazaki, and understand narrative therapy with Arya Stark. Spanning fandom from Star Wars to Harry Potter, The Legend of Zelda to Steven Universe, and everywhere in between, Starship Therapise is an invitation to explore mental health and emotional wellness without conforming to mainstream social constructions.Insights from comics like Uncanny X-Men, Black Panther, Akira, Bitch Planet, The Wicked + Divine, and Batman offer avenues to growth and self-discovery alongside explorations of the triumphs and trials of heroes, heroines, and beloved characters from Star Wars, Wuthering Heights, The Lord of the Rings, The Broken Earth trilogy, Mass Effect, Fortnite, Minecraft, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Star Trek. Each chapter closes with a hands-on mindfulness, meditation, or yoga exercise to inspire reflection, growth, and the mind-body-fandom connection.If that sounds up your alley, you can order now, follow @starship_therapise online, and listen to Starship Therapise wherever you listen to podcasts.Special thanks to our executive producers for this episode Geeklery, Galaxy Gear Boutique, NW Nerd Podcast, and Karen Hallion.If you enjoyed this episode, you might love the rest of our episodes! Click here to browse the archives. Join our Patreon for bonus gifts and content!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/sartorial-geek. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Former Seahawk Cassius Marsh (currently Pittsburgh Steelers) has long dreamed of owning a store focused on Magic: The Gathering and other collectable cards. He has now achieved that dream with Cash Cards Unlimited, further aiming to provide a new experience for card collectors. It turns out, this is not Cassius' only nerd niche ... and he may have even more ambitions to pursue. He talks about it all with NW NERD. Also – can Spokane be Washington's film town? We talk through why filmmakers praise the area for making movies, yet they shy away from the Evergreen state. Finally, Dyer offers his review of Zack Snyder's Justice League. He has been harsh on Snyder movies in the past. Will this film finally change his tune? Joining this episode as co-host is That Guy Named John with About to Review, offering his cinephile expertise on the Northwest film scene. Theme music by The Hoot HootsMusic in this episode: "Newer Wave" by Kevin MacLeodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

The pandemic and 2020 shocked the pop culture convention industry that gives us comicons and other coveted gatherings. NW NERD brings in Todd Jones (former Global Director of Content and Celebrity Talent for ReedPOP) to help explain what has gone on behind the scenes, and what comicons will likely look like moving forward.Also, Dr. Tim Elam with the University of Washington's Applied Physics Lab discusses how his work is helping NASA search for ancient life on Mars. That work is happening right now!And Netflix just released demographic data about its own content and company. The numbers show that the streaming company has some work to do. Cosplayer and artist RainyRentyn joins Dyer this episode to talk through it all. Also: Want to submit your own recording to introduce NW NERD? Just like Renee aka Pixie Bomber did for this episode? We'd love to include you. Email nwnerdpodcast@gmail.com for details. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

On the first episode of Season 5, we meet a new superhero on the streets of Seattle, and she has a pretty cool car, too. Meet Captain Quidel, who arrived in time for the pandemic. Also...Catching up with Jedi Minister Tyler Arnold on the changes to Spokane's Jedi Alliance church. A discussion on pop culture conventions as we look ahead in 2021. Will you attend any comicons over the coming months?Finally, Dyer provides an update about Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor Nicholas Brendon, and developments that occurred since NW NERD's feature story on his fan meet ups / bowling tour. And also a few announcements. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

The annual Festivus special carries a bit of a curse on NW NERD. Audio gets glitchy, Dyer's soundboard doesn't work, or the Monorail keeps interrupting. And this year's Festivus recording is on par with all that ... and 2020 in general. Yeah, we'll blame it on 2020. Despite some recording snafus, we had a great time with Egypt with the Comic Dads and cosplayer RainyRentyn who joined us for the airing of grievances, and some feats of strength. It's time for a Festivus for the rest of us!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Volunteers are working to restore The Dominion tugboat to her former glory, and make this boat a living piece of history. But they've found out that history may still be living aboard.NW NERD goes on a ghost hunt with AGHOST, led by author and expert Ross Allison, and finds out that this boat has a lot of stories to tell. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD archive: Dyer stops at a hotel while on a road trip through Oregon. But this unique hotel has a history that some say continues to haunt its hallways ... and rooms. The ghostly activity at the Grand Lodge in Forest Grove is so prevalent that the front desk maintains a ghost log for employees and guests to document their experiences. NW NERD takes a look at this ghost log, and in a way, brings it to life. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD archive: The Pike Place Market is one of the most well-visited areas in the Northwest. But visitors may not have realized that among the bustling walkways, the paranormal is also highly active. In particular, the Pike Place Market is known for all the ghost children who walk its halls. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

We're reanimating one of our best round table discussions, straight out of the NW NERD archives. What are the best methods of surviving a zombie apocalypse? In season two, we brought in a series of experts to help answer that question, including Craig Engler (Z Nation creator) and infectious disease expert Dr. Tara Smith. Then we brought in Liz Ellis and Travis Samson, who both work in the film industry, to further comment. Do you know your zombie response plan? Take a listen and let us know via Twitter or Facebook. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

As Halloween approaches (the best holiday all year), we are reaching back into the NW NERD archives and presenting our favorite ghost stories. This time, we're reaching all the way back to season 1, when we produced our first ghost story. NW NERD takes a trip out to Port Gamble, a New England style town set in the Northwest. The residents and shop keepers all have tales of ghostly encounters, including stories of the Walker Ames home, which is said to be the most haunted house in Washington state. And yes, something odd did happen while reporting on scene. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Hey there! It's been a minute ... or five ... OK, probably even longer than that. It's time to check in. A lot has happened since the end of the last season of NW NERD. Dyer and Brandon are checking in, providing a few updates on the future of the podcast, talking about what has been happening, and pointing out a few things to look forward to. There are a few changes coming to NW NERD, and Dyer even has a request for listeners (potentially an opportunity for you storytellers out there). Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

The Citizen Kane of Bad Movies! Join the Dead Beat Film Society as we discuss the worst movie ever made, the manic transvestite director Ed Wood, Bela Lugosi's dead, Vampira vs. Elvira, DIY filmmaking, the Amazing Criswell the psychic (with 2% accuracy), similarities with John Waters and Tommy Wiseau, Winnebago Man, the 1950's, distrust of the government, finding your people, why nerds like cheezy stuff, connections to the baptist church, cult movies and fandom, aliens, zombies, and vampires. Skip the first 8 plans and hit play for an in depth Plan 9 From Outer Space film analysis! (Special Guest: NW Nerd) Click here to listen and subscribe to NW Nerd podcast!  

NW NERD talks with two one-of-a-kind artists -- Jeff Carpenter and Alex the Pumpkin Geek. Headlines: Ashley Hiruko, reporter with KUOW, discusses her article about businesses that technically are considered "essential" under Washington's stay-at-home order during the coronavirus pandemic ... but are they really? One business she addresses is the Northwest's favorite purveyor of pop culture -- Funko. The largest comic book distributor says it can't pay its vendors while the pandemic continues to shut down businesses (such as comic book shops).Dyer gets some answers back from an Emerald City Comic Con rep about how the event will transfer over to its new August dates. Also, how are you tackling cabin fever while practicing social distancing? We'd like to hear. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Artist, cosplayer, and Superman Jonathan Belle joins NW NERD as a guest host to chat about how Emerald City Comic Con has rescheduled for August 21 and check in on what he's been up to lately. Coronavirus concerns continue, so we brought in some positivity (And we also may talk about how great The Killers are).Also, an interview with Charles Brown, part of Spokane's Grown Folkz Kids Show. They talk about geek news, they talk about issues. And it's always fun. Charles discusses Spokane's geek scene and its unique features.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Geek Boots Military Nerds join NW NERD as guest hosts to talk about geek news, including: -Space economy in Redmond may get a financial boost.-Renton City Comic Con is rebranding and adopting a new name. What will the new con look like? -And will marvel movie actors start their own Dungeons and Dragons campaign? Two are rumored to be considering it. This week's feature showcases Sanctuary, a shop in Wenatchee that focuses on Magic: The Gathering. But behind this small shop is the story of one man, Thaddeus Deane, whose career has been intense -- from Navy SEAL to fire fighter. But Magic has been a part of his life ever since the game debuted. Today, he uses it to have a positive influence on the world. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD Podcast is throwing another cosplay contest and after party! Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 8 PM After the day’s events at Emerald City Comic Con are over, head to the Raygun Lounge for their annual cosplay camaraderie! Joining me in-studio for this rousing round table interview are NW Nerd host, Dyer Oxley, judge “Renee Bomber” Pixie Bomber Cosplay, and emcee Eric Manix from Cosplayland podcast and Eric Manix Photography. We discuss the panels, contests, after parties, and other cool stuff they’ll be doing during Emerald City Comic Con 2020, as well as mental health and other relevant topics in the content creator community. Facebook Event pages: Step Up Your Cosplay Photography 2.0 at ECCC: https://www.facebook.com/events/2435488559884878/ NW NERD Presents: Amateur Cosplay Contest and after party: https://www.facebook.com/events/615349332370474/ ECCC 2020: Prepare Yourself, Cosplay Contests Are Coming: https://www.facebook.com/events/2708314019251603/ Friday, March 13th, don’t miss Kracklefest X at Hard Rock Seattle, during Emerald City Comic Con weekend! Featuring Emily McVicker, H2 Awesome!, and Kirby Karckle - hosted by Mike Seibert Radio Podcast Ticket info: http://kirbykracklemusic.com/ MSRP show intro, outro, and bumpers produced by Dave Sanders. Check out Dave’s other projects: Beards Booze & Brutes football podcast, every Friday: anchor.fm/beardsboozebrutes Twiter: twitter.com/BeardBoozeBrute Facebook: www.facebook.com/BeardsBoozeBrutes/ Hear For It Podcast, every Monday: anchor.fm/HFI Twitter: twitter.com/HearForItPod Facebook: www.facebook.com/HFIPod/ If you're looking for help in giving your podcast or audio project a polished, pro sound, hit him up on Fiverr: bit.ly/2XB2cRc Like, Share, Rate, and Review the show wherever you find it, and help the show grow by giving a 5-star rating and write a review. Subscribe so you never miss an episode!

NW NERD travels to the intersection of pop culture and mental health. First, a conversation with "Doc," who makes wands and sells them at comicons. Doc, a military veteran, is vocal about his experience with PTSD and how woodworking helped him after his time in the Army. Also, a discussion with Nikki York, Sara Pence, and Steven Collins. The three work in the mental health industry, often with youth and families. They also host panels on mental health and pop culture at conventions. We sat down with them at the NW NERD booth at Rose City Comic Con to discuss everything from Marvel films to what pop culture gets wrong about therapy. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD enlists a panel of cosplayers and geeks to discuss dating and relationship questions from listeners. They also address a recent advice column titled "How do I get a cosplay girl to like me?" There's a lot to unpack. Also, Dyer takes listeners to Super Sonic Speed Dating in Portland where convention attendees went to make friends, maybe more, two minutes at a time.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Nick and Dyer present NW NERD's annual Festivus special before the holiday podcast break with special guests, including: Genevieve Haas with After These Messages and The Grapes of Rad fame; also Aaron Mason, co-host of KIRO Nights and also of Grapes of Rad fame (and he also did a podcast called The Leap Home: A Look Bakula).There will be airing of grievances -- both for people in the room, and for pop culture in general. And there will be feats of strength -- a quiz designed by Associate Producer Brandon Haddix. And of course, there will be Festivus miracles ... Monorail! (Listen to the episode to find out what that's about)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Jet City Comic Show just pulled off its 10th annual pop culture event. This comic con in Tacoma has roots that run deep with other major Northwest conventions, but has made a considerable effort to maintain a focus on comics above all else. James Taylor with Jet City Comic Show joins NW NERD to discuss the history of the event and his perspective on organizing a convention. Also, NW NERD checks in with Venator Impala, one year after the screen-accurate Supernatural car arrived in the Northwest and began rolling through pop culture events throughout the region. The car is making appearances just as the show enters its 15th and final season.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Voice actor Jen Cohn sits down with NW NERD to discuss how she got the role of Pharah on Overwatch, how she likes her coffee (it's complicated), and who she credits with influencing her personality. That, and a lot more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD presents two interviews. First, a conversation with actor Russell Hodgkinson, who has led an eclectic life from the military to the stage, and to his role as Doc on Z Nation. He even was a manny for Lucille Ball's grandchildren at one point. Also, comic artist Blacky Shepherd talks about the genre of horror and how he has found a way to contribute his art to the titles he loves, from Vampirella to Voltron, and more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD was invited to moderate a keynote science panel at Renton City Comic Con 2019. Five experts across varying fields were asked to weigh in on the exciting, and perhaps frightening, advancements in space travel, AI, education, bioengineering, and much more. What does the future hold? How will it affect us? Should we be anxious? Take a listen and find out. Panelists included: Nile Wilson: Neural engineer and data scientist; bioengineering PhD out of the University of Washington.Richard Boyd: His experience ranges from video game technology to movie technology which he has innovated through a series of startups. Steven Smith: NASA Education Specialist.Geoff Nunn: Curator for space history with the Museum of Flight.Michelle Zimmerman: Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and author of the book "Teaching AI."Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Live from the “pod cove” at Renton City Comic Con 2019, it’s my interview with Dyer Oxley, co-host of the NW Nerd podcast! It’s an insider’s look from a couple podcasters from the Pacific Northwest who also happen to work for commercial broadcasters as their day jobs. We also discuss the insecurities of being content creators as well as a juicy sneak peek at the upcoming season 4 of NW Nerd! All of your connections to NW Nerd including podcasts, merch & stuff, contact info and connections to social medias, check out the website: http://nw-nerd.com/ More from Rencon at their website: https://www.rentoncitycomiccon.com/ Theme music used with permission from Michael Geissler. For music like it, check out his website www.bytormusic.com/ Theme song written and performed by Lucia Fasano. Check out her work on her Patreon page: www.patreon.com/luciafasano Listen to Producer Dave Sanders’ new podcast HEAR FOR IT on Anchor: anchor.fm/HFI And follow the show on Twitter: twitter.com/HearForItPod Show intro, outro, and bumpers produced by Dave Sanders. If you're looking for help in giving your podcast or audio project a polished, pro sound, hit him up on Fiverr: bit.ly/2XB2cRc Like, Share, Rate, and Review the show wherever you find it, and help the show grow by giving a 5-star rating and write a review. (Photo cred: NW Nerd Twitter)

When this special podcast is released, Nick and Dyer will be in Portland, tending to the NW NERD booth at Rose City Comic Con. This Rose City Sampler is for all the fine folks we meet in Portland, to provide a sample of what NW NERD does and the stories we cover.These particular features all have an Oregon nexus. We profile the Nerd Out in Portland, which boasts making the best (Spider) Manhattan in town; we then go on a search for the real Springfield of Simpsons fame; a quick stop out on the coast for some film history; and finally, a spooky story about an old hotel where guests and employees have documented their eerie experiences.CONTENTSIntro2:56 The Nerd Out has the best Spider-Manhattan in town16:45 Where is The Real Springfield?34:14 Oregon’s place in film history and all the cult movies from one particular region51:40 The Ghost Logs of the Grand Lodge — where some residents never check outSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD sits down with Seattle-based artist Blacky Shepherd to discuss a horror comic book project he took part in, with a video store theme. Dyer and Shepherd recall the days when going to the video store was nearly a spiritual experience. This is a peek at a much longer interview with Shepherd that will be published in upcoming season 4. Also, an introduction to a new character around the NW NERD offices, who will be pitching in on the effort to tell the stories that make us nerds.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

If you've been listening to NW NERD over the past year, you're well aware that we've focused some attention on the Renton community, its comic con, art projects, etc. These are the Renton files -- stories we've done on Renton's geek community.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

In this special edition of NW NERD, Dyer sits down with Gareb Shamus to discuss his career path – from launching Wizard Entertainment to ACE Universe which has experienced considerable success in a short period of time (he also became a painter along the way).An ACE Universe event feels different than other pop culture conventions. There is definitely an emphasis on content that is curated and well-produced. Gareb explains his approach to comicons, fandom, art, and more in this discussion with NW NERD.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD joins Andrew Walsh and Genevieve Haas with After These Messages for a live podcast recording onstage at ACE Comicon in Seattle. The two podcasts combine forces to discuss the commercials that make us nerds, then Dyer tries to stump the other three on stage with a NW NERD style trivia quiz.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

You asked, we answered. NW NERD calls in some help from Joel the Geek and Pixie Bomber Cosplay to answer questions gathered from across social media. Learn about the one guest that NW NERD was promised and never showed. How did Dyer injure his knee at a country and western bar? What's Nick's top advice for attending a comic con? And what the heck is Fernet? All that and more on this special AMA episode.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

The TBTL Summer Games continue with Nick Jarin of the NW Nerd podcast! We test his claim of being the world's #1 "kicksologist" and celebrate a the anniversary of the most Gen-X soft drink of all time. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.

The TBTL Summer Games continue with Nick Jarin of the NW Nerd podcast! We test his claim of being the world's #1 "kicksologist" and celebrate a the anniversary of the most Gen-X soft drink of all time.. . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.

NW Nerd's Nick Jarin and Dyer Oxley swing by the studios of Walsh, Walsh and Doormat to promote a live event that Andrew swore he wouldn't promote on TBTL. Plus, Genevieve offers details on her latest projects involving lucid dreaming and creepin' on birds. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Everlane. Visit Everlane.com/tbtl to get free shipping on your first order.

This week I am joined by my friends Dyer and Nick, the producers and hosts of the "NW NERD" podcast! We recorded this episode at their studio, so tune in and check out review for "Pokemon  Detective Pikachu"!

On this week’s episode I welcome Nick Jarin from the “NW NERD” podcast (nw-nerd.com) as we go over some geek news and then review “Master Z: Ip Man Legacy” and […]

Nick Jarin and Dyer Oxley kick off this magazine episode with a couple heads up about this year's Emerald City Comic Con. They discuss some other nerdy news and then Dyer plays a mini-feature story about the Critical Role podcast coming to Seattle this weekend for the convention.If you see anyone in a NW NERD cape during ECCC, take a pic and enter our contest (instructions in the intro)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Actor Nicholas Brendon was a hit as Xander in the iconic TV show “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” More recently, he has struggled with addiction, depression, and multiple arrests. Now, he goes bowling, raising awareness of depression and anxiety. The events foster a community of fans, supporting each other. But he also receives criticism. Brendon discusses it all with NW NERD.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW NERD talks with Ben Andrews with the Seattle Film Summit, as well as Jonathan Keasey and Jeremy Dodd with the Bigfoot Script Challenge to try to understand why Hollywood prefers filming in Oregon or British Columbia -- skipping over Washington. What can be done and who are the people doing something about it?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

A NW NERD special episode in honor of the late Stan Lee, featuring two interviews with the comic book icon. Special thanks to friends of the podcast Frank Shiers and Heather Bosch, who each interviewed Stan Lee for KIRO Radio in 2010 when he visited Seattle for Emerald City Comic Con. Hear Lee tell a few stories of some of his most cherished characters.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Hanna Scott on what's at stake in today's SPD contract vote // Chris Sullivan's Chokepoint -- those changes to the I-5N express lanes aren't going away // Todd Bishop live on Amazon's new HQs // Sports Insider Danny O'Neil on Aaron Donald's post-game dust-up/ Mariners' Director of High Performance // David Fahrenthold live, looking ahead to 2020 // Dyer Oxley from NW Nerd on Stan Lee's legacy

The Ghost Logs of the Grand Lodge are kept behind the hotel's front desk. It chronicles the experiences of guests and employees over the years -- shadow figures walking down the halls, children who aren't there, the Lavender lady (a former living resident who leaves the smell of lavender to this day) and much more. In our annual Halloween tradition, NW NERD takes you to this haunted hotel in Forest Grove, Oregon to talk with town residents and employees. This is a special, extra long feature. Stay tuned for voice actors performing genuine stories from the actual ghost log of the Grand Lodge.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

The Renton City Comic Con has grown its annual event over the past three years to become a Northwest geek attraction. Organizers have innovated cosplay contests, geek awards, and much more. Yet, organizers say there is a lack of support among some community leaders. Local politics, funding, and "Footloose" all come into play as RenCon attempts to throw its 2018 comic con. NW NERD dives into what it takes to organize a convention, and RenCon's story.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Four back-to-back features from Season 2 that all have something in common -- they have a connection to Seattle. From educational video games, to why Seattleites are like that. You know what we mean, they're just so, ya know, cold. Also, the story of a band that endeavored to record a Star Wars tribute album before "The Last Jedi" was released. And finally, we return to a Seattle home that a former resident never left. This is a perfect episode to experience NW NERD for the first time, or to experience the Season 2 hits again.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Not everything makes it into an episode of NW NERD Podcast. Some interviews never emerge as features, or some discussions stray way off topic. But we saved them and present them to you here. These are the cuts from Season 2 of NW NERD. Dyer's story about waiting hours in line to see the first "Twilight" movie; a comic and hobby shop owner talks about how Dungeons and Dragons is very different these days; and a scientist discusses everything from modern-day prospecting to ghost towns.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Podcasters Assemble! On this super sized edition of the podcast, I was joined in studio by Nick and Dyer from the "NW Nerd podcast", plus Tim Hall, "The People's Critic" as we discussed the new movie "Avengers: Infinity War"!

In a special bonus episode of NW NERD, we return to our dating / relationships panel from episode 38 -- Jay Edidin, Stacy Rost, and Harris O'Malley aka Dr. Nerdlove. There were a few more listener questions we didn't get to and they have some advice to relate. This bonus episode comes just as Emerald City Comic Con takes over Seattle, so take a listen while you're walking the floor.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Hosts Nick Jarin and Dyer Oxley kick off the show with an announcement about NW NERD’s upcoming cosplay contest and con after party on March 2nd (4:30). Then, Dyer reveals that he was among the many Americans who were notified by Twitter that he interacted with Russian troll tweets (6:00). Wrapping up the news section, Dyer interviews Edwin Lindo, who launched a very successful GoFundMe for black youth in Seattle to see Black Panther in theaters (12:25). This episode’s feature looks at the unlikely rise to ubiquity of the computer lab classic Oregon Trail (20:30). Nick gets quizzed on Oregon/Northwest geography and history (40:00) before paying off the last quiz’s bet (50:46). 4:30 -- Cosplay Contest6:00 -- Dyer and Russian Twitter12:25 -- Interview: Black Panther GoFundMe organizer20:30 -- Feature: Oregon Trail40:00 -- Quiz: Oregon Trail history and geography50:46 -- Payoff: Nick on Cowboy Bebophttps://www.gofundme.com/51n5tigSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Another installment of the TBTL "No Regerts Holdiay Spesh-Tacular" rolls in, with a story of Pen Pal Regret from NW Nerd's Nick Jarin.

Nick Jarin and Dyer Oxley of NW NERD join a panel on internet criticism at Rose City Comic Con in Portland. Missy Brinks from Fake Geek Girls, Kate Tanski of Women Write About Comics, Tobiah Panshin of View From the Gutters, and the guys discuss what goes into good criticism and how we can all get better at engaging with it.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Another between-seasons minisode. This one is all about PAX WEST with co-founder Jerry Holkins.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Hear what listeners think of Seattle's best local podcast, according to Seattle A-List. What is NW NERD?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

Luke and Andrew learn that pizzas are soon going to be delivered by self-driving cars equipped with ovens and two disturbingly silent scientists. Meanwhile, an elderly couple in Texas is saved from their flooding home by another fast-food chain. And Nick Jarin of NW Nerd swings by for the final 2017 episode of a Song of Ice and Spoilers!

Not everything Nick and Dyer record makes it into the NW NERD podcast. Sometimes there's an interview that doesn't fit into an episode, or even just portions of an interview that didn't fit into a feature. Maybe even a bit that didn't quite work out. These are the cuts. For better or for worse, these are a few such cuts from Season 1 of NW NERD.00:00 Intro2:43 A conversation with Grapes of Rad / Quantum Leap: A Look Bakula podcast about troubling media.6:35 An interview with Costume Characters for Causes and how cosplay can do good work.13:14 The failed Superman music quiz. Can you pass?23:15 Chris Rowlands with Card Kingdom discusses how one change in Magic The Gathering's retail requirements led to the very popular Cafe Mox.28:50 Chatting with the R2 Builders Club about what it takes to make these remote controlled Star Wars droids.35:30 This quirky corner of Washington boasts a range of geeky wares at this Port Gamble shop, including a special Harry Potter room.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

KROQ's Bean Baxter somehow agrees to join the show again today to discuss why Diplo may or may not be fighting with Denny's and to debate proper barbershop etiquette. Plus, NW Nerd's Nick Jarin walks us through the latest Game of Thrones episode in a Song of Ice and Spoilers.

NW NERD is throwing a party and you’re invited (2:00)! The guys go way too deep into why international posters for Star Wars: The Last Jedi hold some clues to the closely guarded plot (7:20) and we the learn the fate of Jar Jar Binks (15:40). Dyer’s dreams of nuclear diamonds (20:00). What happens when a Superman neophyte watches all of the movies for the first time ever (25:50)? Nick and Dyer preview Emerald City Comicon 2017 with some tips for making the most of the sprawling con (42:50).Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

NW Nerd is throwing a party and you’re invited (1:15)! A gamer spends a ridiculous amount of money on Fire Emblem Heroes and still misses out on the game’s strongest character (4:00). Nick takes a Valentine’s Day-themed quiz (16:00). Dyer digs into what happens when you revisit an old movie or TV show and realize that it is either inappropriate or offensive (23:40). The guys review NBC’s Powerless (39:50) and FX’s Legion (49:20). Dyer sits down with nerd-rock original Kirby Krackle (1:01:00).Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)

The trailer for the NW Nerd Podcast with Nick Jarin and Dyer Oxley. Go to nw-nerd.com for updates. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Search for NW Nerd.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/nwnerd)