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 Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
To round off our exploration of the Harry Potter series Chris and Aaron take a look at the last two volumes of the fantastical heptalogy (a work in seven pieces fyi). From exploring differences between book and movie to pondering the effectiveness of teenage guerilla warfare strategies the nerdy paters take this one back all the way to where it really began, the illustrious, mysterious castle of Hogwarts.
Saturday Nov 18, 2023
Saturday Nov 18, 2023
For this Sidequest of Baldur's Gate 3 characters we are taking a journey through Mount Halsin, a long lived, wood elf druid, leader of his circle, and whose gains would make any body builder jealous. His extraordinary swole physique is only questioned by his strength score of 10 and possibly other elves that cannot seem to achieve the same feat. Come with us as we go hiking through the ways of natures buffest champion.
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
You've been waiting for it, or at least Aaron has been, where the Nerd patriarchs explore the fantastic, phenomenal, fabulous... okay, calm down, we're talking about Star Wars the Original Trilogy. Despite sounding like a strangled frog Aaron is going to fanboy hard, and Chris is going to do his very best him in for some critical examination. We'll see how well he does...
Saturday Nov 11, 2023
Saturday Nov 11, 2023
In this edition of the Saturday Morning Sidequests we are looking at the ever-heroic, ever-tragic Wyll Ravenguard, otherwise known as the swashbuckling Blade of the Frontier. From his storied origins to his dark and desperate dealings with beings from the Lower Planes, we see what would drive a good man to tread such a sinister path. We also confront some of Chris's warlock-phobia (he's working on it).
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Chris and Aaron are back at in their Wizards vs Space Wizards series this time delving into the sticky but scrumptious middle of the Harry Potter books and film series. From exploring some of the key differences between the page and screen, as well as evaluating pivotal moments in each, the pair of nerdy paters are diving deep enough on this one you might need a bubblehead charm or baring that maybe do that shark thing. Oh, and watch out for returning dark wizards. That sort of thing happens around here sometimes.
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Continuing with our Saturday morning series on the companions of Baldur's Gate 3, we take our chances with the ever so charming, ever so amorous, Gale. From his exploits as cabana boy for the goddess of magic to his mastery of the Weave, we examine what makes this wizardly lothario tick... and all while trying to keep him from getting the wrong ideas.
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Chris and Aaron take their first full dive into the galaxy far, far away by examining the prequels in all their tarnished... well glory seems to strong a word, but their tarnished potential at the very least. Breaking down what worked, what didn't, what was cool to see, and wishlist of what would've been nice to have seen, the pair of patriarchs examine the prequels in ferocious detail for your enrichment or amusement, though if we're lucky it might be both. And don't you worry, they're definitely taking the high ground on this one.
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Another short excursion into your companions in Baldur's Gate 3 and this time we're taking a look at the thirstiest elf this side of Faerun. From his convoluted past to how to use him for maximum carnage we bite deep with the Pale Elf in this rendition of Saturday Morning Sidequests.
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Chris and Aaron launch into the early years of Harry Potter's fantastic journey through the Wizarding World, complete with all manner of bad accents. From examining some of the various tropes and clever mechanisms that helped make the series the historic example that it is, to various gripes and criticisms about plot holes and inconsistencies, its sure to be a good time though as the shrunken head of the Knight Bus would tell you "It's goin' to be a bumpy ride!"
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 second in a series of videos about the companions that can make up your party in Baldur's Gate 3, and this one is about everyone's favorite Sharrite who is in desperate need of some guidance, and perhaps a trip or two to the hair stylist.