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Life of Nerds
A podcast for people who are passionate about life and everything in it. We discuss nerd news from all around and how it effects the world.Life of Nerds Merch Store: http://tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2sIntro and Outro: Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-actionLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lifeofnerds/support
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A podcast for people who are passionate about life and everything in it. We discuss nerd news from all around and how it effects the world.Life of Nerds Merch Store: http://tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2sIntro and Outro: Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-actionLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lifeofnerds/support
Happy New Year!!!
Happy New Year everyone! Join us as we discuss some of the nerd news that was announced while we were on break, and we list off our top 10 movies and tv shows of 2020.
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Jan 01 2021
1hr 26mins
Nerd Women Takeover Pt 3 ***Season 1 Finale***
On the Season 1 Finale of Life of Nerds, join us for the third episode of Nerd Women Takeover. We talk about women in politics and women who have shaped our lives. Life of Nerds will be taking a break for the holidays but will return just afterwards for Season 2. Can't wait!
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Nov 28 2020
1hr 14mins
Music that Enhances the Movies
Join us as we talk about the recent SpaceX launch, Buena Vista Street opening in Downtown Disney, and we talk about our favorite movie scores.
SpaceX Launch: https://www.cnet.com/news/spacex-nasa-historic-crew-1-mission-docks-with-iss-for-six-month-stay/
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Nov 20 2020
48mins
Let's Get Around
Join us as we recap the election, we discuss the release of the XBOX Series X and the PS5, we talk about the future of the MCU, and we talk about what we'd like to see with transportation going forward.
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Transportation articles:
https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/08/tech/virgin-hyperloop-passengers/index.html
https://www.cnn.com/videos/cnnmoney/2018/06/06/exclusive-kitty-hawk-flyer-flight-orig.cnnmoney
https://www.theverge.com/2020/11/9/21557317/boring-company-austin-job-posting-tunnel-elon-musk
https://www.raconteur.net/transport/five-futuristic-transport-modes/
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Nov 12 2020
1hr 6mins
The Spooky Life of Nerds
Join us for a special bonus Halloween edition of the Life of Nerds, Where we tell you our favorite Halloween movies and ideas for social distancing during Halloween.
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Oct 30 2020
32mins
Let Your Voice Be Heard
Join us as we talk about what's new on streaming platforms in November, and we urge you to vote and let your voice be heard.
Build a voting plan at iwillvote.com
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Oct 29 2020
50mins
Nerd Women Takeover Pt 2 ft. Aurora
Join us, with special guest Aurora, as the Nerd Women take over and we talk about issues facing Girl Gamers and how to combat them.
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Oct 14 2020
1hr 17mins
Scary Games and Nerd Tattoos
Join us as we say goodbye to a rock legend, we talk about the movie industry in these uncertain times, we talk about a scary new videogame, and we tell you about tattoos that we have and want.
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Oct 08 2020
53mins
Don't Touch the Classics
Join us as we talk about what to expect on streaming services for the spooky month of October. We also tell you about some classic movies that we feel should and should not be remade. Plus, we urge you to please make sure you are registered to vote. More information below.
California Voting Information: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Oct 01 2020
1hr 6mins
Where are Cell Phones Going?
Join us as we talk PlayStation 5, Star Wars, Marvel, Apple and where we'd like to see cell phones going in the future.
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sep 24 2020
1hr 8mins
Nerd Women Takeover ft. Bailey, Cat and Tyler
We are joined by friend of the podcast Bailey, Cat and Tyler of The Grand Geek Gathering for a very deep conversation about problems plaguing women in nerd culture, and ways we feel they can be improved. Come join a great discussion with good friends.
Life of Nerds Merch Store: tee.pub/lic/XLCEGkU4V2s
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sep 16 2020
1hr 13mins
The 20th Episode Super Women of Color
We talk about Super Women of Color, as well as Super Mario's 35th anniversary game, and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air coming back to tv.
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sep 10 2020
48mins
Wakanda and Disney Channel
Come celebrate the life of Chadwick Boseman, and we tell you about what is releasing in September. Also, we talk our favorite Disney Channel Original Movies.
Michael B Jordan Statement:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CEkpoYcgi43/?utm_source=ig_embed
Ryan Coogler Statement:
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sep 03 2020
1hr 3mins
The Book was Better
This week, join us as we talk about our favorite book-to-movie adaptations. Also we talk DC Fandome and the release of The New Mutants.
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Aug 27 2020
1hr 10mins
The Beautiful World
Join us as we tell you about the most beautiful places in the world that we have been and would like to go. Plus we talk Epic Games vs. Apple and Google, and DC Fandome event.
Sources:
https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2020/08/15/tech/fortnite-apple-google-lawsuit/index.html
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Aug 19 2020
1hr 12mins
It Really isn't that Bad
Today we talk Mulan coming to Disney+ and the success of the game Fall Guys. We also defend movies that we think were not deserving of the Rotten Tomatoes scores that they had. Featuring special guest Bailey.
Lowest Rotten Tomatoes Scores: https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/worst-movies-of-all-time/
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Aug 12 2020
1hr 5mins
Kid Talk
We're joined by our son, Mr Helpful, where we talk about Universal's deal with AMC and what is coming to streaming services in August. As well as what today's kids like playing.
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Aug 05 2020
1hr 17mins
Comic Con and Superheroes
We talk about some great panels from Comic-Con San Diego, and talk about what superhero we would like to be.
Comic-Con Panels:
Marvel HQ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4lOPfo42mE&feature=youtu.be
Cartoon Network Studios: The Art of Storyboarding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlRT7lYIPXU&feature=youtu.be
Unnecessary Debates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovhu4ZOWM50&feature=youtu.be
The New Mutants: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGcU0JKAL5U&feature=youtu.be
A Conversation with Nathan Fillion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJJJ-z18Pyg&feature=youtu.be
Legion M: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBpxQH79dpU&feature=youtu.be
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Jul 29 2020
1hr 8mins
Get to Know Your Hosts Pt 3
We conclude Get to Know Your Hosts when we get to know Athina. We also talk Peacock going live, and we talk the biggest nerd event of the year: Comic-Con San Diego.
Comic-Con: https://comic-con.org/cci/2020/athome
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Jul 22 2020
1hr 29mins
Get to Know Your Hosts Pt 2
We continue our "Get to Know Your Hosts" series with getting to know Drew. We also talk about our new Batwoman and Colin Kaepernick's new deal with Disney and the release of Ready Player Two.
Intro and Outro:
Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Jul 15 2020
1hr 7mins