Demond Does it All: Podcasts, Tabletop Games, Wrestling

That Nerd Thing

Aug 05, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 31

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Episode description

In this episode, Morgan is joined by Demond from the Demond Does podcast. The discussion begins with Demond sharing the origins and focus of his podcast, which centers around six fixed questions that reveal unique stories from various creatives. The conversation delves into Demond's personal nerdy interests, such as martial arts, professional wrestling, Star Wars, and tabletop role-playing games. Demond recounts his journey into professional wrestling and his WWE experiences. He emphasizes the importance of community within fandoms and how his fandom experiences have enriched his life and connections with others, especially his children. The episode concludes with valuable advice on embracing and pursuing one’s nerdy interests, the significance of being patient and kind to oneself, and the communal aspects of fandom.

00:55 Welcoming Demond

03:49 Martial Arts and Early Influences

04:56 Pro Wrestling Adventures

07:56 Current Nerdy Interests

10:18 Podcasting and Community

12:58 Role-Playing Games and Subcultures

17:30 WWE Experience and Reflections

29:39 Fandom and Family

31:28 Embracing Your Nerdiness

36:48 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Listen to Demond’s Podcast, Demond Does:

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