The Nerd Fathers
An exploration of all things Nerd with a twist of some good old fashioned fatherly wisdom... or maybe just curmudgeonly gripes. We’re the Nerd Fathers and we’re here to plumb, poke, and pontificate over movies, video games, tabletop games, and all manner of nerdy stuff. Coming at things from all different angles and just as often disagreeing as we agree, we’re going to dissect and debate from our varied experiences, chasing down rabbit trails, fan theories, and every little bit of lore we can get our hands on. Come join us for an exploration and celebration of stories told well and the nerd done right!
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Episodes
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
As promised Chris and Aaron are bringing you even more content in the form of quick takes regarding characters, settings, and all other sundry that snag their interest. Enter Saturday Sidequests!This time around they are tackling the first in a series of videos about the companions that can make up your party in Baldur's Gate 3, and the first one up is none other than the ferocious, fantastic, and fanatical gith warrior we all know and love (except your other party members of course - they seem to hate her guts!).
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Chris and Aaron start their second series to run alongside all that wizarding business, only this one is about space wizards (among other things)! The pair of Pater Nerdicus lay out their star charts and calculate their hyperspace routes as they figure out how to tackle something as massive and venerable as Star Wars, from the exceptional to the disappointing to the downright insulting, they're here to introduce you to their examination of the galaxy far, far away, with some sharply flavored critical wit, the tangy savor nostalgia, and maybe just a dash of good ol' fashioned nerd rage... however it shakes out its sure to be an exciting cocktail to share at the cantina.
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Chris and Aaron decide to make some magic and leave this muggle world behind as they endeavor on the first dip into the magical world created by J.K. Rowling. From pondering the foundations of wizarding long distance communication, to dissecting the various nuances of how Harry Potter, both the books and movies, moved nerdom into the common domain and out of the closet under the stairs. It's guaranteed to be a good time and we might even crack the masterpiece code that has allowed Harry Potter to stand the test of time.
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Chris and Aaron have been playing a video game that you may have heard something about, and decided their nerdy little hearts just can not and will not be kept silent about it. Fair warning this is a spoiler laden episode for the game, but if you are looking for a place to extol the virtues of this fine game, revel in its vast content, and occasionally make some insightful critiques, then you've come to the right place. Welcome to the NerdFathers as we dive face first into Baldur's Gate 3!
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Chris and Aaron go full Nerd and don't look back as they plumb the depths of the (self-proclaimed) "World's Greatest Roleplaying Game". Answering questions about rules, pondering the finer points of Dungeon Mastering, and altogether removing any hope for them to be taken seriously ever again the pair are determined to show exactly why they can so boldly claim to be The NerdFathers.
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Chris and Aaron dive into the genre of anime with much expounding on some of their favorite offerings (though in Aaron's case it his only offering). From chuckling over the eccentric satire of One Punch to tackling the grim darkness of Goblin Slayer, the Nerd Patriarchs offer the uninitiated a chance to peak into a new world, and for those with a love of all things anime a chance to laugh and ponder some of their favorite moments. Either way it is sure to be a great time.
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
After looking at the golden days of the House of Mouse, Chris and Aaron decide to dive into the current offerings from Walt's Empire and they don't hold anything back. From examining how the wonder has been lost, to exploring how the People's Republic of Mickey could possibly right the ship, the resident Nerd patriarchs plumb the depths of so many bad remakes in the hopes of finding some light at the end of this tunnel, or at least having a good laugh at someone's expense.
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Chris and Aaron decide that before we dive into the dastardly deeds of the dread house of mouse they need to explore the times when Disney actually got things right before we go ahead vivisect this overgrown mouse. So Chris and Aaron take little trip down memory lane and savor that sweet, sweet nostalgia.
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Chris and Aaron head down the dark mineshaft to shine a light on one of their favorite podcasts, Old Gods of Appalachia. Join them as they explore the themes and nuances which make it such a fantastic horror anthology podcast with more than a little bit of fanboying but also a critical eye on what makes it so compelling and how other storytelling could take a page from those dark, unhallowed tomes.
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
With announcement that Avatar the Last Airbender will be getting a live-action remake courtesy of a streaming giant Chris and Aaron decide to take a walk down memory lane to remember what made the animated series so fantastic, as well as prognosticating their hopes and concerns for the remake to come.