We are very excited to have Robert Miller, the Executive Director of Stream for a Cause join us for an interview! This great organization is leveraging the collective power of streamers of all sizes to enact positive change through coordinated fundraising efforts. I've had a chance to speak with Rob on multiple occasions even before this interview and, not only is he a dedicated nerd, but he is passionate about positive social change. Learn more about his organization at www.streamforacause.com ...
May 03, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 23
It's been a few weeks and that is totally on me. I thought that I would turn my omission into a lesson with a brief discussion about what can be gained from failure. But, let's stop talking about it as failure--just iterations. Also, be sure to listen because we have a new esports team that will be announced very soon! And you can be a part of it! Want more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Apr 26, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Everyone says that you should network to grow your personal brand, but how do you actually do that? What if you are shy introvert? Here are some tips and pointers to help you get that conversation started. Want more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com .
Apr 06, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 21
What happens when the podcast hits 20 episodes? I sit down with my kids for some random conversation. It's mildly incoherent, involves random comments about milk, and you can learn about just how hot ghost pepper hot sauce is. If you are looking to actually learn something about gaming, streaming, or content creation, you may want to wait until next week. Or, head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Mar 30, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Wondrabread is one of the latest additions to our community staff, although they have been an active and punny member of this community for a while! Seriously, Wondrabread is not at all crusty and not one to loaf around. Grab some great streaming advice that is not at all half baked on this podcast episode! Also, make sure to follow them at https://www.twitch.tv/wondrabread ! Want to learn even more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communiti...
Mar 23, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Did you know that, according to a recent survey, in 11 out of 15 countries studied, the largest proportion of respondents reported the most important group to which they belong is a primarily online one? Check out the study at https://virtual-communities.thegovlab.org/ . This is a big freaking deal in terms of social change and supports the fundamental question that is bothering me right now. Why do we keep talking about virtual followers and not about virtual leaders? Why are we so focused on f...
Mar 15, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 18
You really need to listen to this other podcast. It's right here: https://brenebrown.com/podcast/brene-with-adam-grant-on-the-power-of-knowing-what-you-dont-know/ . I'll explain why in my podcast. The short answer is that we need more real and authentic nerds out there working to make the world a better place. Want to learn even more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Mar 08, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Gatorceri has been seen worldwide in Noname Nerd ads! Now hear from her personally in this interview! Also, make sure to follow her at https://www.twitch.tv/gatorceri! Want to learn even more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com.
Mar 01, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 16
We are so excited to announce that the Noname Nerd is partnering with Women in Gaming International! This amazing organization is working to promote equity in the gaming industry and as a company and community that is dedicated to created welcoming and inclusive environments, we couldn't be happier to be working with them. Make sure to check out this interview with Joanie Kraut, their CEO to learn more about how you can get involved!
Feb 23, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This is a special episode that is not dropping at our regular time because I woke up this morning with a new idea. Well, actually it's an idea that has been on my mind for a little while in terms of a new product. However, the idea that I woke up with this morning is the idea that I would take you along on my journey of product development from idea to inception. It might be a winner and it might be a loser, but in either case, it can help you nerds out there who are thinking about turning your ...
Feb 16, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 14
I don't actually stream all that much. I spend a lot more time engaged in online community development than I do streaming. Yet, I managed to grow my Twitch channel to over 1,000 followers even though I only streamed 3 times. How did I do that? There's one simple answer.
Feb 16, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, I chat with Breen, streamer and mod in our Discord. We talk a little about what it means to have an on-screen persona and things to avoid when you are just starting to stream. Of course, hair color comes into the conversation and I would encourage you to start following Breen at www.twitch.tv/twistedteam so that you can see what she looks like as a watermelon. Want to learn even more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communit...
Feb 08, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Is the answer to growing your personal brand simply luck? I think that idea is ridiculous because that would mean that successful people are simply luck people. At the same time, to suggest that luck or chance doesn't play a role is equally ridiculous. What's the anwer? List to find out. Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Feb 02, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Today, we talk with Corey Atwood, the Creative Director at One Up Games, a Premiere Video Game Lounge & eSports Center located in Plainville, MA. We get a little retro and talk about the challenges of running an esports center during a pandemic. We are proud to be partnering with One Up Games on some online tournaments so be sure to check them out at www.oneupgames.net . Want to learn even more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communitie...
Jan 26, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 11
This was our first video that was live-streamed on Twitch at the same time. I gave an honest assessment of the money that you are likely to make streaming full time on Twitch (think below the poverty line) and some reasons why you should do it anyway. Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com .
Jan 18, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Today, we talk with BIGBITEJoe who is an admin for our online communities and our informal guru of public relations. Learn about how he got into content creation with Big Bite Media , some tips regarding getting affiliate on Twitch, thoughts on managing online communities, and more! Want to learn even more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Jan 11, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 9
We have a very special guest on this episode! He is one of the inspirations behind the Noname Nerd, the person behind many of the packages that we send out, and one of the famous Blue Pistols. He joins us to talk about the games he is currently playing to give reviews and recommendations. Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Jan 05, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Our first podcast interview! QueenFizz is an Admin on our Private FB group, mod on our Discord Server, and team captain of our Call of Duty N3 Team. She is a Brand Ambassador for the company and one of the people who has really taken the Noname Nerd community to new heights this summer. Check out her stream at www.twitch.tv/queenfizz . Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Jan 01, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 7
If you want to gain followers and grow your audience, you really need to stop thinking like an influencer. Even when you are just getting started, begin to think about your content as part of a business, not just a following. Listen to me explain why. Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com .
Dec 27, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The Noname Nerd Community has undergone some incredible growth in 2020 and I thought it was a good time to talk to you about where we came from, where we are, and where we are going. 2021 has some big things in store for us as a community and I am grateful to all of you who have helped us on this journey! Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Dec 23, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Do you have people who look down on your hobby as a streamer? You need to explain to them that it is really an art form. People have thought the same way about all new forms of media. First people look down on it before they realize how much skill it takes to do it well... Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Dec 18, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 4
What is one thing that you can do to bring credibility to your stream or personal brand? This is one very common mistake that people make when they reach out to the Noname Nerd company. It's easy to fix too so you really need to do it if you want to convert your passion into a businesss. Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Dec 16, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, I discuss why both why it is important that you collect email addresses for your followers, but also how you can do so. Whether you are starting out as a streamer or growing as an influencer, this is must-know information to protect your audience from algorithm changes and to future proof your audience. Want to learn more? Head to www.mynerdschool.com for our courses on growing your audience. Join our online communities at www.nonamenerd.com ....
Dec 10, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 2
This is our very first Podcast for the Noname Nerd community and I would like to start with a shout out to Joe, Fluffy, Phazer, Queen, Breen, Gator, and the rest of the community of gamers, streamers, and content creator that inspired me to dip my toes into the water of content creation. If you are a nerd who love to game, stream, read, play, watch, and interested in promoting a welcoming and inclusive nerd culture. You belong with us. Just head to www.nonamerd.com and join one of our online com...
Dec 10, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 1
