Nerdificent Best of 2019 Part 1
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Dec 31, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 90
Nerdificent
In Nerdificent comedians, Ify Nwadiwe and Dani Fernandez break down all that is nerdy. Whether you’ve spent years rolling dice in a friend’s basement or got hooked after seeing a comic book movie, they’ve got something for you. Each episode Dani and Ify deep dive into a nerdy subject or subculture and break down the history, culture, and future of it; all while making you laugh.
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Nerdificent Decade in Review!
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Dec 24, 2019•45 min•Ep. 89
Episode 88: Yoda
Listen to this episode, you will! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Comedian and 'Tigtone' Writer Joseph Scrimshaw to discuss the little green alien from a galaxy far, far away, Yoda! From Baby Yoda to Ghost Yoda, learn a little more about this tiny Jedi on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Joseph on Twitter Stuff We Love: 2004 Star Wars novel 'Yoda: Dark Rendezvous' WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Star Wars Rebels 10 Theories About Baby Yoda Learn more about your ad-choices at https...
Dec 17, 2019•54 min•Ep. 88
Episode 87: Jumanji
Be careful with that dice roll, this week we're talking about Jumanji! Dani and Ify dive deep into the game and the franchise as a whole all the way up to the latest film. Learn about the book, the game, and the movies all right here on this episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Chris Van Allsburg Interview Roger Ebert's review of Jumanji (1996) Dwayne Johnson on his Sizzle Power in 'Jumanji': 'God delivered, I signed for it' Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com ...
Dec 10, 2019•46 min•Ep. 87
Episode 86: Magic: The Gathering
Shuffle your decks and make sure you brought enough land cards! This week on Nerdificent we’re talking about Magic: The Gathering. Dani and Ify are joined by 'Dog Stepfather' Mark Ellis to discuss this World famous card game. From opening packs to winning tournaments, learn a little more about this popular card game right here on this edition of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Mark on Twitter How to Play 'Magic: The Gathering': Everything You Need to Know The 3 Toys That Made This Year's Toy Hall of Fam...
Dec 03, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 86
Episode 85: MOBAs
Choose your character and get ready to enter the battlefield as this week we talk about MOBAs (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena games). Dani and Ify are joined by their producer and long-time MOBA fan, Danl Goodman to talk about the most popular genre of video game in the World. From the earliest days of Starcraft mods to the League of Legends 2019 World Championships - many angles of the MOBA experience are covered on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Danl on Twitter The history of ...
Nov 26, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 85
Episode 84: The Disney Afternoon
Hey Toon fans, welcome to this after-school episode of Nerdificent! This week Dani and Ify are joined by co-host of Historical Roasts, Eddie Furth, to discuss Disney's cartoon block The Disney Afternoon. Whether you grew up with the Goof Troop, TaleSpin, or Darkwing Duck there's plenty of after-school shows to take you back on this week's edition of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Eddie on Twitter 13 Best "Disney Afternoon" Sh ows Disney Afternoon Oral History CONFIRMED! Classic Disney Afternoon Cartoon...
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 84
Episode 83: Orphan Black
Welcome back to another awesome edition of Nerdificent! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Community Manager at Serial Box, Rachel Pinnelas, to discuss Orphan Black. Whether you're counting down your favorite episodes or learning about the series for the first time, there's plenty for everyone on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: ‘Orphan Black’ Review: Series Finale ‘Rights the Wrongs’ of an Uneven But Ultimately Satisfying Season The BEST Episodes of Orphan Black Orphan Black got...
Nov 12, 2019•43 min•Ep. 83
Episode 82: Watchmen
Who watches the Watchmen? Well, on Nerdificent you can listen about them! This week Dani and Ify are joined by writer and fan favorite Joelle Monique to discuss this ever-expanding franchise. From the earliest iterations to the new HBO series, learn about the Watchmen on this weeks Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Joelle on Twitter I Think HBO's Watchmen is Tremendous Television. Lots of People Will Strongly Disagree Adaptation of 'Watchmen' is Graphic But Not Novel Learn more about your ad-choices at ht...
Nov 05, 2019•52 min•Ep. 82
Episode 81: Stephen King
It’s the last episode of Spooktober and the gang is talking about the Sultan of Scare, Stephen King! Dani and Ify are joined by comedian and favorite guest Lucé Tomlin Brenner to discuss the many works and the history of this famous author. Have a wonderful, safe, Halloween and enjoy this episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Lucé on Twitter and Instagram The 13 Best Stephen King Books Ranked Top 30 Stephen King Movies Ranked Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com ...
Oct 29, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 81
Episode 80: Child's Play
Spooktober continues on this week's Nerdificent with the scariest doll in horror, Chucky! Dani and Ify are joined by writer Joan Ford to discuss the Child's Play franchise! From the first appearance of Chucky to his many reincarnations and cast of characters, all the dolls come out to play on this spooky episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Joan on Twitter Child's Play (1988) review by Roger Ebert Child's Play (2019) review by Peter Debruge for Variety Why People Are So Annoyed That There's A New ...
Oct 22, 2019•53 min•Ep. 80
Episode 79: Aaahh!!! Real Monsters
Get ready to share your scares, this week the gang is talking Aaahh!!! Real Monsters! Dani and Ify are joined by legendary writer and showrunner Michael Price to talk about three very special monsters and the world they inhabit. Whether you grew up wanting to be Oblina or felt like more of a Krumm everyone gets their scare on on this week's Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Michael Price on Twitter 11 Things You Totally Forgot About Aaahh!!! Real Monsters History Of The Monster World Learn more about your...
Oct 15, 2019•46 min•Ep. 79
Episode 78: Candyman
Don't say it 5 times! This week Ify is joined by 'Craig of the Creek' head writer, Jeff Trammell to discuss the not-so-sweet horror classic, Candyman! Lots of laughs on this one, strap in watch out - it's another edition of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Jeff on Twitter Candyman Remake Release Date, Cast and Details Jordan Peele in Talks to Remake Clive Barker's 'Candyman' Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 08, 2019•55 min•Ep. 78
Episode 77: The Haunted Mansion
Hop in the seat and get ready to see some Grim, Grinning Ghosts on this week's Nerdificent! Dani and Ify are joined by filmmaker Sabina Graves to discuss one of the most popular attractions in the world and inspiration for a film franchise, The Haunted Mansion. Whether you've rode the ride over and over or are just learning about the franchise, there's a little something for everyone on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Sabina on Instagram Guillermo Del Toro Dishes On 'Haunted Mansi...
Oct 01, 2019•59 min
Episode 76: Monster Hunter
Choose your weapon and gather some allies, we're hunting huge monsters on this edition of Nerdificent! Dani and Ify are in the studio once again to discuss the famous game series, Monster Hunter. From the earliest iterations to the newest Iceborne expansion, uncover the secrets of Monster Hunter right here on Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Monster Hunter Timeline Iceborne Is Exactly What Monster Hunter Needed Monster Hunter: World Is The King Of Capcom's Sales Learn more about your ad-choices at https:...
Sep 24, 2019•49 min•Ep. 76
Episode 75: James Bond
The name's Ificent, Nerd Ificent. It is the 75th episode of the show! To celebrate we have the great Marc Bernardin on to talk the past, present, and future of James Bond. Whether you're a Connery fan or prefer a more modern Craig - learn all there is to know about Double-O on this week's Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Marc on Twitter 25 James Bond Facts You've Never Heard Before James Bond's Best and Worst: Peter Travers Ranks All 24 Movies Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcast...
Sep 17, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 75
Episode 74: Sherlock Holmes
Grab your pipe and cap and head to 221b Baker Street, this week we're talking about Sherlock Holmes! Dani and Ify are joined by Author and Host of iHeart Podcast 'Noble Blood', Dana Schwartz to talk about this legendary detective. Learn whether everything you've heard about Sherlock Holmes is fact or fiction and which stories to take a closer look at on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Dana on Twitter Preorder: THE WHITE MAN'S GUIDE TO WHITE MALE WRITERS OF THE WESTERN CANON The 12...
Sep 10, 2019•49 min•Ep. 74
Episode 73: The Eternals
Hey Nerd fam, are you ready for Phase 4 of the MCU? This week Dani and Ify are joined by Host and Comedian Jay Washington to talk about the 'Eternals' franchise. From Jack Kirby's creation to their latest appearance as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the gang gets you ready for the next phase of Marvel films right here on Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Jay on Twitter Screen Rant: The Eternals Movie Can Play With MCU History Chloe Zhao to Direct Marvel Studios' 'The Eternals' Learn more about you...
Sep 03, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 73
Episode 72: Angry Birds
Pull back that slingshot and launch yourself into this edition of Nerdficent! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Animator, Producer, and the Director of 'The Angry Birds Movie 2', Thurop Van Orman to discuss the many facets of the franchise. From the conception of the original mobile game to the inner workings of the second film, you get an inside look into Angry Birds on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Thurop on Twitter NYTimes Review: 'The Angry Birds Movie 2' Angry Birds: The...
Aug 27, 2019•45 min•Ep. 72
Episode 71: Pokémon
Turn your hat backwards and get ready to battle! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Host and Producer Matt Acevedo to discuss Pokémon! The gang touches on many iterations of the franchise from their first experiences with the Red and Blue editions to Detective Pikachu! Whether your Pokédex is full or you just stepped out of Pallet town there's a little bit of everything on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Matt on Twitter List of Pokémon (Sprite Gallery) The 10 Best Episodes of th...
Aug 20, 2019•51 min•Ep. 71
Episode 70: America Chavez
Hey Nerd fam, are you ready to kick through time with one of the great Latinx superheroes? This week we're talking about America Chavez! Dani is joined by writer and hosts Vanessa Gritton and Toni Sanchez, to discuss their favorite moments with the first LGBTQ Latinx Superhero. From the Multiverse to joining the West Coast Avengers, strap in for this deep dive on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Vanessa on Twitter Toni on Twitter 15 Awesome Facts About America Chavez Marvel Databas...
Aug 13, 2019•56 min•Ep. 70
Episode 69: Charmed
Are you a Charmed One? Strap in and get ready to protect good from evil as we talk about Charmed! This week on Nerdificent Dani and Ify are joined by friend of the pod Omar Allen to discuss the TV series and its iterations. From the OG series to the new, there's plenty of Witchcraft to go around on this edition of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Best 'Charmed' Episodes How Is The New 'Charmed' Like The Old 'Charmed'? The Untold Truth Of Charmed Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodca...
Aug 06, 2019•54 min•Ep. 69
Episode 68: Origin of Blade
Are you full Vampire or a Day Walker? Find out this week as Dani and Ify discuss the origins of Blade. From the comics, to the silver screen, to the recently announced reboot, learn all about your favorite vampire assassin on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Marvel 'Blade' announcement could hint at Phase 5 SDCC 2019: Marvel Studio's 'Blade' Announced Starring Mahershala Ali Mind-Blowing Things You Didn't Know About The 'Blade' Movies Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www...
Jul 30, 2019•49 min•Ep. 68
Episode 67: SDCC Recap
Get your badge ready, we're going to Comic-Con! Oh, it already happened? Well where better to hear about it than right here on Nerdificent! Dani and Ify are joined by Laura Sirikul and Joelle Monique to discuss the announcements, the outfits, and all the sights from this year's Comic Con. Don't worry, the line for this episode goes fast so get ready! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 23, 2019•53 min
Episode 66: One-Punch Man
Get your training together, 100 push ups, 100 sit ups, no air-conditioning! It's time to talk One-Punch Man! This week Dani and Ify are joined by cosplayer and writer, Aaron Powell, to discuss this one of a kind super. From Saitama's first appearance to being the highest level S-Tier hero in the game, everyone is getting one-punch in the podcast on this week's Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES : Aaron on Twitter Most Powerful Heroes and Villains in One-Punch Man Best One-Punch Episodes, ranked Learn more a...
Jul 16, 2019•53 min•Ep. 66
Episode 65: Mortal Kombat
Get over here! It's time to put those fists up and take on Goro because this week we're talking about Mortal Kombat! Dani and Ify are joined by Dreamwork's Ben Mekler to discuss this famous fighting franchise. From favorite fatalities to Goro's goriest moments, you'll be sure to get a taste of the Kombat on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Mortal Kombat Timeline Story Explained Ben on Twitter Mortal Kombat (1995) - IMDB Best Mortal Kombat Finishers Learn more about your ad-choices ...
Jul 09, 2019•51 min•Ep. 65
Episode 64: Spider-Man
My Spidey-Senses are tingling...Watch out! It's another episode of Nerdificent! This week Dani and Ify are joined by Collider's Coy Jandreau to discuss the web slinger himself, Spider-Man. Through many identities and timelines, the gang discusses why they love this multi-faceted hero. Give Aunt May a kiss and hop on the school bus, we're learning about Spider-Man on this week's Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Spider-Man Biography, History of Spider-Man The Numbers: The Spider-Man Movies Ranked Coy Goes ...
Jul 02, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 64
Episode 63: Wonder Woman
Grab your Lasso of Truth and get ready to deliver some Justice, this week we're talking Wonder Woman! Dani and Ify are joined by Writer of All Things, Tamara Brooks, to discuss this famous cape. Dani and Tamara discuss their time on panels together and what drew them to Princess Diana in the first place. Great discussions on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Why Wonder Woman is a Masterpiece of Subversive Feminism The 10 Best Wonder Woman Comics Ever The Surprising Origin Story of W...
Jun 25, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 63
Episode 61: The Sims
Shine your green diamond and prepare to build a family because this week we're talking about The Sims! Dani is joined by Chris Bryant and Claire Max to discuss the game with the Guiness Record for Most Expansions of a Single Franchise! The three discuss how they got into The Sims and why it was more important to their personal growth than you might think! Whether you started with Sim City or just found Sims 4, this episode of Nerdificent is for you! FOOTNOTES: Claire on Twitter Chris on Twitter ...
Jun 11, 2019•46 min•Ep. 61
Episode 60: The X-Files
Get your flashlight and gun, we're exploring the unknown! This week Dani is back with Ify and the two are joined by Erin Mallory Long of the Best of Friends podcast to discuss Mulder, Scully, and everything X-Files! From their favorite episodes to the least/most believable plot lines, no story is spared! The truth is out there on this week's episode of Nerdificent! FOOTNOTES: Erin on Twitter Variety's BEST X Files Episodes X-Files Fan Wiki Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpo...
Jun 04, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 60
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