Frank Lourence welcomes Phil and James from Distance Nerding to celebrate their podcast joining the Geek Freaks Network! In this fun, fast-paced chat, they share how they launched during the pandemic, why they love recording live, their mission to create an inclusive nerd community, and what’s next for their YouTube and convention adventures. From Star Wars fandom to wild convention stories, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and big plans!
00:00 – Meet Phil and James of Distance Nerding
02:06 – Why they record live and embrace the chaos
05:48 – The four pillars of Distance Nerding
09:13 – Making every guest relatable
12:08 – Creating a safe space for fans
16:26 – Hosting cons and building community
22:48 – YouTube goals and future plans
28:42 – Upcoming interviews and con season preview
31:49 – Where to find Distance Nerding online
Distance Nerding thrives on live shows and fan interaction.
They’re all about positivity, humor, energy, and celebrating fandoms.
Their interviews focus on making every guest relatable, from indie creators to celebrities.
The team hosts and entertains at multiple comic cons across the West Coast.
Big things are coming: more cons, YouTube growth, and deep-dive interviews!
"We want to recreate the term nerdy. Not just an adjective, but a verb!" — Phil
"The chaos is what draws people in—but it’s the outline that makes it work." — James
"We're fans first, and it shows in every conversation." — Phil
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Distance Nerding, geek culture, live podcast, comic cons, fan community, podcast interviews, pop culture, safe space for fans, nerdy podcast, Geek Freaks Network, Star Wars, YouTube growth, fandom positivity
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