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  • Scare-A-Thon 2 [Black Nerd Podcast]

    Scare-A-Thon 2 [Black Nerd Podcast]
    2026/09/07

    Scare-A-Thon 2

    1. What is The Scare-A-Thon?

    2. Why are we Raising Money

    3. Announce The New Scare Season!!

    4. Announce the New Gamers & games

    5. Breakdown the rules of the scare-a-thon

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    General Talk

    1. Weekly Recap

    2. The Indie Show Mixtape Release July 4, 8pm

    3. Sign Up For Patreon BNP Clubhouse/ BlerdPrint/ Games

    4. BNP Tour

    5. Baldur’s Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!

    6. Scare-A-Thon 2 Coming!!

    7. Thursday Morning @9am Anime Watch on our Patreon With Fame & Friday Morning at 9am on TikTok & Twitch as he plays Resident Evil 8

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    1 時間 22 分
  • The Attack On Black America #161 [Black Nerd Podcast]

    The Attack On Black America #161 [Black Nerd Podcast]
    2026/08/31
    In Episode #161, the Black Nerd Podcast tackles the multi-layered concept of "The Attack on Black America," shifting between macro-level systemic threats and the grounded, day-to-day survival issues facing Black communities across the nation. Combining cultural commentary with structural analysis, the episode frames modern oppression not as a series of isolated events, but as a continuous pushback against Black economic, political, and physical security. Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap Sign Up For Patreon BNP Clubhouse/ BlerdPrint/ GamesBNP TourBaldur’s Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!Scare-A-Thon 2 Coming!!Thursday Morning @9am Anime Watch on our Patreon With Fame The Precious: JS-1: https://www.sideshow.com/collectibles/marvel-storm-sideshow-collectibles-300911brpsugg_q=stormFame: Jaelyn: Sloan: https://www.amazon.com/Batman-Knightfall-Part-Blu-Ray-Digital/dp/B0H46ZB2HF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=PQIOAEP01IHF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FO2hYfhqoq84A4uytG4ODg.DuJFyn0V-Zhk8l_QIOIuvKRiu7etTzlhv17AyaTjlPM&dib_tag=se&keywords=batman+knightfall+part+1+blu+ray&qid=1788126303&s=movies-tv&sprefix=batman+knightfall+part+1+blu+ray%2Cmovies-tv%2C145&sr=1-1Commercial #1Main Topic: Episode #161 delivers a poignant look at how macro-level policy rollbacks directly translate to real-world harm—from disenfranchisement at the voting booth to structural neglect that leaves entire Black communities without basic utilities like power and heat. The discussion underscores that fighting "The Attack on Black America" requires both structural policy reform and community-level mutual aid. Systemic & Policy Rollbacks: The hosts break down how legal, civil, and educational institutions are actively rolling back protections. From targeted restrictions on African American history curricula to national policies challenging Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the episode examines how institutional shifts attempt to erase historical context and limit economic mobility. Voting Rights & Political disenfranchisement: A central segment focuses on rising barriers to the ballot box. The discussion highlights legislative hurdles—such as strict voter ID laws and redrawn voting districts—that directly suppress the political power of Black voters. Energy Insecurity & Infrastructure Neglect: Connecting macro-policy to everyday reality, the episode examines how infrastructural neglect leaves Black neighborhoods literally in the dark. The hosts explore reports of predominantly Black cities facing prolonged grid failures during extreme weather, as well as high rates of utility shutoffs that place vulnerable families in life-threatening situations. Historical Parallels & The Modern Black Experience: Drawing lines from post-Civil War Reconstruction to the present, the hosts discuss the persistent racial wealth gap and how systemic inequities leave minority communities disproportionately vulnerable to economic shocks. Evidence: Show me articles about black communities going wi...the attack on Black America. Show me news of majo...news about lynchings of Black People in A...Commercial: #2Anime Watch: Games: Blind DescentNo Body No ProblemChosen By OdinSulfarNews: BNP’s BirthdayGTA 6 Preview DroppedThe Hip Icon review: https://hip-icon.hiphop/Interactive gaming:Would you play this?If we could make a game with an iconic ship, which would you choose?How long would you like the game to be?Sinners thingTarget Boo BooTheNerdFest.comTin Foil Hat: (Not today)Comic Of The week: Marvel MangaverseA.I. Stuff: The Intern?/ Robot olympicsInstagram: 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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  • 5 Ways to Close Out a Nerdy Summer [Black Nerd Podcast]

    5 Ways to Close Out a Nerdy Summer [Black Nerd Podcast]
    2026/08/24

    Summer is winding down, but the geek train doesn't stop just because fall is around the corner! In this high-energy end-of-season check-in, Andre breaks down the ultimate summer wrap-up checklist for pop-culture fans, gamers, and collectors. Before trading in blockbuster movies and late-night gaming sessions for fall TV schedules, Andre drops five fun, actionable ways to squeeze every last drop of nerd joy out of the summer.

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    General Talk

    1. Weekly Recap

    2. The Indie Show Mixtape Release July 4, 8pm

    3. Sign Up For Patreon BNP Clubhouse/ BlerdPrint/ Games

    4. BNP Tour

    5. Baldur’s Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!

    6. Scare-A-Thon 2 Coming!!

    7. Thursday Morning @9am Anime Watch on our Patreon With Fame & Friday Morning at 9am on TikTok & Twitch as he plays Resident Evil 8

    The Precious:

    JS-1: https://amzn.to/4c8Uki5

    Fame: On him!


    Jaelyn: https://a.co/d/05H9yPpz

    Sloan: https://a.co/d/01Yv0cXb

    Commercial #1

    Main Topic:

    1. What sits at the absolute top of your summer backlog that you will be deeply disappointed in yourself if you don't finish before fall?

    2. Looking back at all the summer conventions, trailers, and news drops, what was the single biggest hype moment for you this season?

    3. What piece of merch, artist alley art, or convention pickup from this summer instantly claimed a permanent spot on your display shelf?

    4. Summer is notorious for comfort re-watches—what nostalgic movie, cartoon, or retro game was your go-to comfort pick over the last few months?

    5. As we pivot toward the end of the year, which upcoming fall game release, anime, or show do you think is going to completely steal your life?

    Commercial: #2

    Anime Watch:

    Games:

    1. Mexican Ninja

    2. Grand Theft Timeline

    3. Beast Link

    4. Tamborine

    News:

    1. Rock Star Hacked GTA 6 leaked

    2. Black Panther 3 Question

    3. CyberMP

    4. Black Book Highlight

    5. Lets Ditch These Companys?

    6. Doctor Doom isn’t a villain.

    Tin Foil Hat: (Not today)

    Comic Of The week:

    A.I. Stuff: Black A.I. Tools

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    1 時間 45 分
  • Beyond Trauma — The Rise of Unapologetic Black Sci-Fi [Black Nerd Podcast]

    Beyond Trauma — The Rise of Unapologetic Black Sci-Fi [Black Nerd Podcast]
    2026/08/17
    Open show: Audiences are burned out on Black trauma narratives disguised as high-concept sci-fi or horror. While works like Lovecraft Country or The Underground Railroad made their mark, a massive cultural shift is happening across streaming, gaming, and publishing. Viewers are demanding forward-looking Afrofuturism, original space operas, and unapologetic Black fantasy—stories where Black characters build cybernetic worlds, wield magic, and explore deep space without their humanity or oppression being the central plot device. Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap The Indie Show Mixtape Release July 4, 8pmSign Up For Patreon BNP Clubhouse/ BlerdPrint/ GamesBNP TourBaldur’s Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!Scare-A-Thon 2 Coming!!Thursday Morning @9am Anime Watch on our Patreon With Fame & Friday Morning at 9am on TikTok & Twitch as he plays Resident Evil 8 The Precious: JS-1: https://amzn.to/3SCvW1JFame:Jaelyn: https://amzn.to/4649rpzSloan: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4443844464/doctor-doom-inspired-hooded-coat Commercial #1Main Topic: When was the last time you felt true, unmixed escapism watching a Black-led sci-fi or fantasy project? Why do white characters automatically get to fly through space or fight dragons for fun, while Black leads are almost always fighting systemic oppression in a wig? Are Webtoons, indie games, and self-publishing officially killing traditional Hollywood when it comes to serving Black nerds? What’s a tired Black character trope in sci-fi or fantasy that needs to be retired permanently?" (e.g., the magical elder, the first-to-die, the hyper-stoic warrior who never gets a romance). If you had a $100 million production budget today, what original setting are you building?" (Options: Cyberpunk Megacity in Africa, Deep Space Colony, High-Fantasy Magic Realm, or Retro-Futuristic Mech World). Commercial: #2Anime Watch: Vi-vyGames: Surf PunkAgent 64: Spies never DieRaven WatchNews: Marvel Studios Unveils X-Men Cast Disney’s “Myth of the Jade Serpent” attraction will feature an animatronic Harrison Ford as Indiana JonesCreating identifiers for A.I. music3 websitesTin Foil Hat: (Not today)Comic Of The week: A.I. StuffInstagram: 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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    1 時間 19 分
  • Normies Invade Nerdland [Black Nerd Podcast]

    Normies Invade Nerdland [Black Nerd Podcast]
    2026/08/03
    Welcome back to Black Nerd Podcast! We’re kicking off Season 7 with an unfiltered look at the shift every longtime fan has felt: the great invasion of "Nerdland." We welcome our special guest @CaliGalMedia to join our discussion and we have to get to know her! but let me expand onWhat used to be safe havens for outsiders, geeks, and hyper-fixated fans—from comic cons and tabletop groups to niche fandoms and retro gaming scenes—have officially gone mainstream. But with mass popularity comes mass gentrification. In this premiere, we break down what happens when "normies" cross the border into nerd culture, not to appreciate the lore, but to rebrand it, sanitize it, and dictate how it should operate. Is nerd culture expanding for the better, or are the original architects being priced out of their own sanctuary? Grab your mic, pull up a chair, and let’s talk about it. Join Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/vvclifeGrab Some Gear: http://vvcmerch.comGeneral TalkWeekly Recap The Indie Show Mixtape Release July 4, 8pmSign Up For Patreon (The Last Star Fighter)BNP TourBaldur’s Gate 3 Session 20 at 8pm!Scare-A-Thon 2 Coming!!Thursday Morning @9am Anime Watch on our Patreon With Fame & Friday Morning at 9am on TikTok & Twitch as he plays Resident Evil 8 The Precious: JS-1: https://link.amazon/B08JVydFtFame: https://a.co/d/05VNNC2dJaelyn: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1821646206/godzilla-humidifier-atomic-breath-effect?ref=elp_anchor_listing&pro=1&frs=1&sts=1Sloan: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Warrior-Spider-Man-Original-Manga/dp/B0GV5K33QXCommercial #1Main Topic:Key Topics Covered:The "Cool Kid" Pivot: How the same hobbies that used to get people bullied are now clout tokens on social media.Tourists vs. Residents: The distinct difference between genuinely falling in love with a subculture versus occupying a space for trends and aesthetics.Sanitizing the Lore: The trend of casual fans entering established fandoms and demanding major shifts in tone, mechanics, or canon to suit mainstream tastes.Gatekeeping: Toxic Barrier or Necessary Defense? A candid conversation on where the line is between protecting subcultural heritage and being unnecessarily exclusionary.Commercial: #2Games:Lost ArsenalHotline MiamiBirds Of WarNews: Tin Foil Hat: Trees To Mountains?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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    1 時間 59 分
  • Super Hero’s We Can Do Without [Black Nerd Podcast]

    Super Hero’s We Can Do Without [Black Nerd Podcast]
    2026/06/15
    Pop culture is completely saturated with capes, cowls, and multi-million-dollar cinematic universes—but let’s be honest, not every hero deserves a spot on the roster. This week, the crew dives deep into the comic book vault to weed out the worst of the worst in an episode they're calling "Super Heroes We Can Do Without." 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 GameThursday Morning @9am Anime Watch on our Patreon With Fame & Friday Morning at 9am on TikTok & Twitch as he plays Resident Evil 8 The Precious: JS-1: https://amzn.to/4uGJsOVFame: https://a.co/d/04gctW4FJaelyn: https://a.co/d/07KeGvKRSloan: https://animeape.com/product/hogwarts-legacy-slytherin-harry-potter-varsity-jacket/Commercial #1Main Topic:From multi-billionaires who choose to beat up petty criminals instead of funding community social programs, to heroes with powers so useless or bizarre they make you wonder how they ever got past an editorial board (looking at you, Arm-Fall-Off-Boy and Section 8), no one is safe.The team breaks down:The Overrated Icons: Why certain A-list heroes have overstayed their welcome, and how their repetitive storylines are causing severe "superhero fatigue" in theaters.The Problematic Favs: A look back at legacy characters with origins or gimmicks that have not aged well, examining how outdated tropes and tokenization still plague the comic book industry.The "Could-Be" Greats: Which heroes have incredible potential but are consistently ruined by bad writing, terrible reboots, or corporate mismanagement?Grab your headphones as the crew matches their signature blend of unfiltered comedy, sharp critique, and deep Blerd culture knowledge against the comic book elite. It’s time to separate the true legends from the heroes who desperately need to hang up the tights for good.What superhero do you think we can do without? Hit us up in the comments and let us know!Commercial: #2Games:Anra Demon CoreYou are the monsterStar Trek GameOmen of Cthulhu News: Countries that have solved problems!X-Box turn aroundGet Graduation GiftsSpace X IPONew Nerd OrderTin Foil Hat: The Aliens are coming?Comic Of The week: Mr TerrificInstagram: 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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    1 時間 52 分
  • Public Domain #155 [Black Nerd Podcast]

    Public Domain #155 [Black Nerd Podcast]
    2026/06/08

    If you created a character people loved, would you want that character to one day become part of the world’s creative playground?

    Or should creators and their families be able to control their work forever?

    Tonight on Black Nerd Podcast, we’re talking about public domain, the franchise machine, nerd culture, Hollywood, and what happens when the stories of the past become building blocks for the future.

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    General Talk

    1. Weekly Recap

    2. Sign Up For Patreon

    3. BNP Tour

    4. Baldur’s Gate 3 Session after show

    1. Thursday Morning @9am Anime Watch on our Patreon With Fame & Friday Morning at 9am on TikTok & Twitch as he plays Resident Evil 8

    The Precious:

    JS-1: https://amzn.to/4e4rTSv

    Fame: https://a.co/d/0fGt2CuB

    Jaelyn: https://a.co/d/01UCH33D

    Sloan:

    Main Topic:

    Public Domain: The Franchise of Nerd

    If you created a character people loved, would you want that character to eventually belong to the world? Or should creators and their families be able to control their work forever?

    Debate Starter:

    Is public domain good for culture, or bad for creators? How do you guys feel about this?

    Question 1:

    If you created the next legendary character, would you be okay with people using it freely 100 years from now?

    Question 2:

    Do we actually care about old public domain characters because they matter, or do we only care when someone makes a new version that hits?

    Riddle of the Week:

    Games:

    1. The Alters

    2. Quack Hunters

    3. The Garden’s Between

    News:

    1. 3 Phase Nasa Plan

    2. Secret Black Codes

    3. Comic Vs Anime

    4. Build Your team

    5. The Black Box

    6. Harvard Teaches Magic?

    Comic Of The Week:

    Tin Foil: Are DMT entities real?

    Closing Question: For viewers to answer in comments [post show]

    What public domain character, monster, myth, or story would you turn into a modern nerd franchise, and what would your version look like?

    Shout-Outs!

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    1 時間 45 分
  • Black Comic's [Blerd Print]

    Black Comic's [Blerd Print]
    2026/05/26

    Album releases May 31, 2026

    Blerd Print releases May 31st!! Here is the first single black comics!! This is Black Nerd Podcasts dedication to Black comics, black comic creaters and black culture at large!!! Let's stand up and be proud of our art, culture and skin!!

    Created, written & Conceptualized By: @js1thasupplier

    put together by: A.I.
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    4 分