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 Jan 13, 2024
Saturday Jan 13, 2024
For this Saturday Morning Sidequests Chris and Aaron take a look at drones in the latest Hunger Games movie as a means to launch into a new series concerning items and their importance in story telling. Buckle up for investigation in world building, creative process, and how our world irrevocably shapes our world.
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Chris and Aaron are back at it and starting 2024 off with some thing guaranteed to hit hard and not let up, something that resembles the incredible rage of a Greek god, something like... like... like God of War. The paterfamili of all Nerdery are starting a new series and they are kicking things off by plunging deep into the God of War, starting with original core trilogy. From slaying gods and monsters, to reflections on the character of Kratos as both tragic hero and embodiment of many shades of masculinity, both admirable and otherwise, its sure to be a fun and thought-provoking time. Now strap on your sandals, tighten the chains of your chaos blades, and let slip the God of War!
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Just in time for the festive season Chris and Aaron are doing a run down of their favorite movies for the Christmas season along with exploring what they believe makes them so special. Come ride an emotional roller coaster as the Patriarchs of Nerdlandia take you through some sweet nostalgia, some venerable tales, and a whirlwind of holiday cheer. Almost like a gift delivered to you just in time for Christmas, but they won't mind if you unwrap it just a little bit early.
Friday Dec 15, 2023
Friday Dec 15, 2023
Here we are the last companion Sidequest and she's a doozy. Chris and Aaron take on the taming of Menthara the cruel and domineering drow paladin, from covering her unique history as a drow to the various ways to make her work in your party.
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Well the Pater Nerdias are back at it this week and before diving into a little bit of the Christmas spirit next week thye wanted to take some time to try their hand at examining some great characters as an introduction to a periodic series belovedly labeled P.A.-P.A. (or Protagonist Antagonist-Protagonist Antagonist). In this series Chris and Aaron take some time to explore, in their charming and meandering sort of way different protagonist and antagonists from different genres to see what makes them tick, what makes them compelling, and reminisce over those great moments they've enjoyed with them.
Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Be warned villainy for the two greatest champions this side of Faerun return from the mists of time to deliver a solid butt-kicking to your wicked pants! That's right in this weeks Saturday Morning Sidequest we find ourselves standing shoulder to shoulder with the mighty Minsc and his faithful and sagely companion Boo. There are heroic hijinks to explore, tragedies to jerk the very tears from your eyes, and the glory of a miniature giant space hamster to behold!
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Well, it had to come eventually, or at last depending on how you see it, but Chris and Aaron are brining an end to their first full series by providing their wrap-up of discussing Harry Potter and Star Wars, as well as taking some time to reflect on the future of the franchises and what they'd love to see and what they hope to never see again. Brace yourself for some deep nerding on this one, as the finale of Wizards and Space Wizards casts it spell (no extra charge for dad joke).
Friday Dec 01, 2023
Friday Dec 01, 2023
Today for Saturday Morning sidequests we spend a little more time with everyone's darling demonspawn Karlach. From exploring her humble beginnings, to spending some time talking about ways the relationship can develop with the pc, before finally coming to grips with all the great ways to get your rage on with a barbarian. Karlach might be on the highway to the Hells, but she's sure not going down without a fight, and we'd be happy to go down swinging with her.
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Well, it is finally here and no one was dreading this more than Aaron, but thankfully his Chris is there to put a stick between his teeth before he chooses through the microphone in a rage. Yep, we are talking about the desolate, burning hellscape that is the narrative of the Star Wars sequel trilogy. Maybe, turn the volume down on this one...
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Our next companion in the Baldur's Gate Companion series of Saturday Morning Sidequests we have the first classic Baldur's Gate character to join your party, the awesome and acerbic Jaheira. Chris and Aaron explore the venerable druids history, her current adventures in the current game, and also some fun ways to use her as part of your adventuring party. Let's explore the sharp-tongued Harper together!