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
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Defying expectations and surprising those who think less of it, the show the Penguin from HBO has caught the attention of the Nerd Fathers and so the pair sat down and watched the first few episodes. Needless to say it was not what was expected in perhaps the best way possible...
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
You asked and they listened. Chris and Aaron heard the cries of the people of the world, the huddled masses wailing their need for the Nerdy Wisdom of the most auspicious of Nerd Patriarchs to show them the way. And where does this way lead? To adventure, dear children, to adventure undreamed of. Come with the your nerdy pater familis and take the first steps, the Session 0 of Dungeons and Dragons.
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Well, despite the thwarting efforts of digital failures and thanks to the eager work of ambitious postal delivery Chris and Aaron are here to give you their review of the Dungeons and Dragons 2024 Player's Handbook. Learn about the quibbles, the praise, the criticism, and the frothing rage (not really... okay, maybe just a little). We've got the good, the bad, and the gay.
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Well, you can call them gluttons for punishment but Aaron and Chris, you Nerdicus Pater Familias, decided that they were going to bear the burden of letting you know what you were missing in the first outpouring of sludge that is Rings of Power season 2. We're still not sure if Aaron will ever be the same...
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Alright, alright fine we live in a dark age where it is all a pair of podcasters can do nothing except wade through the muck and the mire to see what can be drudged up from one of the greatest betrayals of the fandom, the lore, and the works of a great author within living memory. Yet, even in the dark there is a chance to strike a light, to stoke that flame, and then beat back the darkness. Come let us do it together!
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Wednesday Aug 21, 2024
Chris and Aaron want you to know that it is okay to be sad. There's all manner of things in the 'Verse that can get folk down, not least of which is contemplatin' the fact that some things just come to an end. Things like one of the greatest scifi shows ever produced. Come join Chris and Aaron as they bid farewell to the crew of Firefly and the great show that will always be in our hearts.
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Chris and Aaron continue their sojourn along the starry trails that stretch across the 'Verse with likes of Mal, Zoey, Shephard, Simon, and all the other crew of the good ship Firefly. If you love this show come along and share in the reminiscin' and if you aren't sure if it's for you, sit a spell and savor the fine vintage that is the great show Firefly. We promise you won't regret it.
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
The Nerd Fathers are here, dear children, and to take you out into the Black of the great, big 'Verse and introduced you to a fantastic crew onboard a particular 03-K64-Firefly transport going by the fine name of Serenity. Yes, the nerdist patriarchs are plunging into the vaunted and short-lived television show whose place as a cult favorite is well worth the time for a little walk down memory lane. Whether you are an old hand or wet behind the ears when it comes to travelin' the 'Verse you'll find a good deal to warm your heart and shake your belly with laughter. Come aboard, we aim to keep flyin'.
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Chris and Aaron take a stroll through the great games which shaped them into the Nerd Fathers they are today. Come along and see if you find something familiar.
Tuesday Jul 23, 2024
Tuesday Jul 23, 2024
Strap on your saddles, tighten your sword belt, and rub some dirt between those fingers because the Nerdus Pater Familialis are taking you back to the glory day's of Ridley Scott's historic epic, Gladiator! With the recent hubbub about the coming sequel, Chris and Aaron thought it only write to spend sometime remembering the original film of 2000 that made such an impact across the world. There will be battle, philosophizing, and you will most certainly be entertained. Come there will be blood and circuses for all!