Nerdificent

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.

Episodes

August 4, 2020 54 mins

That's all folks! As Dani and Ify prepare to say goodbye, they get a few friends to help send them off.

Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark as Played

Sabina Graves returns to discuss the history of Pixar Animation.

Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark as Played
July 21, 2020 50 mins

Dani and Ify discuss the history of Toonami.

Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark as Played
July 14, 2020 41 mins

Ify Nwadiwe talks to anime expert and Funimation Host Cheyenne Ewulu about the anime series Death Note.

Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark as Played
July 7, 2020 57 mins

Star Wars expert and return guest Riley J. Silverman joins Dani to discuss the known life of Ahsoka Tano.


Footnotes:

Why Ahsoka is the Best Jedi


Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark as Played
June 30, 2020 52 mins

Dani Fernandez is joined by Emma Fyfe and Chris Lamb, as they discuss the professional fan art that is dōjinshi. A form of fan-fiction, by young manga makers, these unlicensed mangas continue storylines, deepen, characters, and sex up some favorite ships from popular manga series. Once an underground industry, dōjinshi is now growing into a popular, legal, art and legitimizing creators across Japan.

Learn more about your ad-choice...
Mark as Played
June 23, 2020 70 mins

This week Dani and Ify are joined by Jeff Trammell, Lead Writer of Craig of the Creek and voice of Cannonball, to discuss the history of Cartoon Network.

Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark as Played
June 17, 2020 69 mins

For Pride, Dani and Ify revisit their conversation on queer culture in gaming.

Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark as Played
June 9, 2020 63 mins

Dani and Ify are back to their regular schedule exploring Gundam models throughout the ages with Cody Ziglar.

Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark as Played

Mental Health May comes to a close with a deep dive into the science behind Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.


Footnotes: 


  • What is EDMR?
  • EMDR Methods
  • How EDMR is Being Adapted During the Lock Down
  • Haley Williams on EDMR
  • EDMR for Key Workers in UK
  • EDMR in Grey's Anatomy
  • Brain Spotting
  • Loba from Apex Legends
  • Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

    Mark as Played

    Mental Health May continues as Dani and Ify explore Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.


    Footnotes:

    Mayo Clinic

    Harvard Medical

    National Library of Medicine

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played
    May 12, 2020 53 mins

    Ify and Dani kick off Mental Health May, with therapist Karen Erlichman. Together, they take a look at the history and therapeutic practice of somatic therapy.

    Footnotes:

  • Interview with Peter Levine
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Bessel Van Der Kolk
  • Hakomi Method
  • Monica LaSage TED Talk
  • Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played
    May 5, 2020 64 mins

    Dani and Ify are joined by actor Erika Ishii as they breakdown Katsuhiro Otomo's Akira.

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played
    April 28, 2020 63 mins

    Dani and Ify are joined by sports nerd Mark Ellis, as they discuss the Bulls of the 1990s, and the GOAT, Michael Jordan.

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played

    We asked all of you to send us your burning questions for Dani and Ify, and you came through! It's a grab bag episode. Get in here.

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played
    April 14, 2020 52 mins

    Dani and Ify give their tv, film, and book recommendations for lock down.

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played
    April 7, 2020 47 mins

    Dani and Ify are joined by Editor of The Mary Sue, Princess Weekes, to discuss the complex history of DC's Black Canary.

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played
    March 31, 2020 66 mins

    One again, our daring duo fight for good by staying in their individual caves to talk about one of the greatest to ever wear a cape and cowl. Nerdificent dives into Batman with special return guest, DC All Access' Hector Navarro. Join us, as we take a look at the legacy of Batman in popular culture.

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played
    March 24, 2020 47 mins

    Week one of the lock down has concluded in LA. Dani and Ify spent the week revisiting the best moments of Marvel's billionaire underdog, Tony Stark. Guest Coy Jandreau walks us through the connection to Walt Disney, Howard Hughes, and Tony's famous facial hair. Join us, as we escape our reality and embrace the nostalgia wave on this week's Nerdificent.

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwor...
    Mark as Played
    March 18, 2020 56 mins

    With the pandemic in full effect and Ify out of town, Dani sits down with show producer, Joelle, to take a trip down memory lane. They revisit the horror movies, cartoons, and musicians who impacted their world view.

    Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mark as Played

    The Latest News

    Popular Podcasts

      Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations.

      Crime Junkie

      If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people.

      CounterClock

      In order to tell the story of a crime, you have to turn back time. Every season, Investigative journalist Delia D'Ambra digs deep into a mind-bending mystery with the hopes of reigniting interest in a decades old homicide case.

      Morbid

      It’s a lighthearted nightmare in here, weirdos! Morbid is a true crime, creepy history and all things spooky podcast hosted by an autopsy technician and a hairstylist. Join us for a heavy dose of research with a dash of comedy thrown in for flavor.

      20/20

      Unforgettable true crime mysteries, exclusive newsmaker interviews, hard-hitting investigative reports and in-depth coverage of high profile stories.

    Advertise With Us

    Follow Us On

    Hosts And Creators

    Dani Fernandez

    Dani Fernandez

    Ify Nwadiwe

    Ify Nwadiwe

    Show Links

    About

    For You

      Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

      Connect

      © 2023 iHeartMedia, Inc.