In this episode, Morgan interviews author Carly Anne West about her journey as a writer. Carly shares her nerdy passions, like Star Trek: The Next Generation, and dives deep into her love of office supplies. She talks about her passion for scary stories, the writing process, finding an agent, and the different paths to publishing. Carly also encourages everyone to embrace their nerdy identity and to be unapologetically yourself. Be sure to pre-order Carly’s upcoming book “The Ghosts of Nameless ...
May 06, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode, Morgan interviews Allissa AKA shebereadinthembooks, a popular Black BookTok activist and a Literary Activist of the Year nominee for the 2024 AAMBC Literary Awards. Allissa discusses her advocacy for literary diversity, challenges faced by BIPOC authors, and the positive influence of social media in amplifying diverse voices and stories. They discuss the transformative impact of book-related social media platforms like BookTok and Bookstagram on reading habits and the sense of c...
Apr 29, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode, Morgan interviews Dean Ravenola , Narrative & Creative Director of Neopets. Also known as TNT Aesop, Dean’s writing has appeared in video games, short stories, books, graphic novels, animated shorts, and much more! Dean shares his journey from being a book and video game enthusiast to shaping the stories of Neopets and being the “lore keeper.” He discusses the importance and focus on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment within the Neopets universe. Dean delves into ...
Apr 22, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Journey into the world of fandoms, writing, and body positivity as Morgan interviews YA fantasy author Ria Parisi. The discussion covers Ria's inspirations, experiences in cosplay, writing journey, and advocacy for plus-sized inclusivity. They discuss Disney Parks, young adult (YA) literature, the transformative experience of cosplay, and the intricacies of writing. Ria also shares their initial fascination with Star Wars and her involvement in The Rebel Legion. Don’t forget to pre-order and che...
Apr 15, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode of That Nerd Thing, Morgan interviews horror author Eric Otero and they discuss his journey as a writer and his passion for horror. They explore the influence of his blue-collar job on his writing and his journey into becoming a horror author. Eric even shares a SPOOKY experience from when he was a teenager! Eric also goes deep into sharing his fascination with the Japanese military science fiction media franchise, Gundam, and he even explains the history behind the franchise. He...
Apr 08, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Surprise! In this special episode of That Nerd Thing, Morgan, the show's host, has an in-depth and candid conversation with her friend Tamara, delving into the podcast’s inception and growth. Morgan, a therapist by profession and a podcast enthusiast, shares her journey towards embracing her nerdy interests openly and creating a podcast as a platform for others to celebrate their nerdy identities too. They touch upon various fandoms, including Harry Potter, Doctor Who, Back to the Future, The Of...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode, Morgan interviews award-winning and bestselling storyteller Matt Eicheldinger. Transitioning from a teaching profession to a full-time author, Matt opens up about embracing his creative side, the significant changes it brought into his life, and his aspirations to give back to the community through storytelling. Matt discusses his love for storytelling, gaming, and even whittling wood! Don’t forget to check out the first book in The Matt Sprouts Series…Matt Sprouts and The Curse...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode of That Nerd Thing, Morgan interviews Pamela Gocobachi, entertainment journalist and pop culture expert. Pam shares her journey through various fandoms, starting with her early love for Harry Potter and Twilight to now co-hosting #Millennial Podcast. Pam and Morgan explore different aspects of nerd culture, including the role of music in storytelling, the impact of fandom on professional lives, and Pam’s professional evolution in the world of entertainment journalism. They discus...
Mar 18, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, host Morgan chats with Max and Megan from the Vigilante Vibes podcast and award-winning Facebook group, “MediaVerse: Comics Unwrapped. ” They share their individual journeys into nerdom, starting from their first loves in the geek universe, Pokémon and Avatar: The Last Airbender, to their current passions within the Marvel Universe. The conversation expands to discuss their favorite characters, plot lines, and the importance of non-toxic, inclusive communities within fandoms and...
Mar 11, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, Morgan interviews fantasy author Brooklyn Quintana, known for her beloved Fynneas Fog series. Brooklyn discusses her journey of becoming an author, starting her own publishing company, and her perspective on embracing nerdiness. She explains her philosophies around the creative process and shares her love for fantasy, anime, Harry Potter, and music. Brooklyn also offers a refreshing perspective on life, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique quirks and interests, regardle...
Mar 04, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, Morgan interviews Professor Julian Wamble, known for his viral TikTok videos, new top-rated podcast Critical Magic Theory, as well as his course on Harry Potter and Social Identity at George Washington University. Professor Wamble shares insights on Greek mythology, music, fanfiction, and the resilience of the Harry Potter fandom. He also discusses the inception of his podcast, which provides a platform for more profound and critical examinations of Harry Potter characters and t...
Feb 26, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this special episode, Morgan welcomes her nieces and the hosts of the Long Live Taylor podcast , Kaylan and Leanna, for an in-depth conversation about their Taylor Swift fandom and their journey into hosting a Swiftie podcast. They explore what it means to be a nerd and how their nerdy identity aligns with their love for Taylor Swift and her music. They share their initial draw to the music icon, the journey through different phases of Swift's career, as well as the highs and lows of being a ...
Feb 19, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode of That Nerd Thing, host Morgan, welcomes Laura Tee, a beloved podcast host known for her work on MuggleCast and #Millennial . Laura shares insights into her beginnings as a Harry Potter fan, which led to her journey into fandoms and podcasting. She discusses her lifelong love of dinosaurs, her passion for linguistics, and her propensity to dive deep into any subject that fascinates her. Laura also shares the importance of embracing nerdiness, giving oneself time to explore hobbi...
Feb 12, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Welcome to That Nerd Thing where we uncover the magical impact that fandoms have on our lives! In this episode, host Morgan speaks with Julian Raymond, a multi-Grammy Award winning and Academy Award nominated record producer and songwriter who is currently the Senior Vice President of A&R at Big Machine Label Group. They discuss Julian's journey in the music industry, his love for the technical side over performing on stage, working with a variety of artists (like Dolly Parton), and navigati...
Feb 05, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Morgan interviews New York Times #1 bestselling editor and author Erinn Pascal about her journey in the fandom world. The conversation covers Erinn's work for notable companies like Simon & Schuster, Scholastic, Disney, and Andrews McMeel Universal. Erinn discusses her affinity for fandoms like Neopets and Pokémon and she also shares advice about entering the publishing industry. A surprise revelation about their shared Neopets past brings laughter and nostalgia. Enjoy interesting discussion...
Jan 29, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Welcome to That Nerd Thing where we uncover the magical impact that fandoms have on our lives! In this episode, host Morgan speaks with multi-talented guest, Michael Metzner, a medical doctor, artist, musician, and Producer on popular TV shows 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Station 19'. They discuss Michael’s journey from physician to Grey's Anatomy and Station 19 Producer. Michael also shares insights into the Grey's Anatomy fandom, his personal nerdy interests, and the impact fans have had on his life ...
Jan 22, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome to That Nerd Thing where we uncover the magical impact that fandoms have on our lives! In this episode, host Morgan speaks with Andrew Sims from the renowned podcasts, MuggleCast and #Millennial! Andrew and Morgan discuss the powerful impact of fandoms, dive deep into the Harry Potter fandom, and explore how it has shaped their lives. Andrew also opens up about his journey, from starting as a fan in fourth grade to hosting one of the most significant Harry Potter podcasts. Morgan shares ...
Jan 15, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to That Nerd Thing where we uncover the magical impact that fandoms have on our lives! In this episode, Morgan, a psychologist by trade, and a nerd at her core, speaks with Nicole from the renowned podcast, Fantasy Fangirls ! Nicole and Morgan discuss their shared passion for romantasy (romantic fantasy) literature, particularly the Empyrean series by Rebecca Yarros, and its transformative effect on their lives. This episode celebrates the profound sense of community among fans and boo...
Jan 08, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to That Nerd Thing! Before we kick off the show, Morgan, a psychologist by day, and a nerd at her core, takes a few moments to talk about the origin of the show, the purpose of the podcast, and what you can expect to hear in future episodes! Watch on YouTube TikTok: @thatnerdthingpod Instagram: @thatnerdthingpod Email: thatnerdthingpod@gmail.com Share this podcast with your nerdy friends!
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