Nerdy Romantics Podcast
Nerdy Romantics Podcast stands out with its unique blend of romance and nerd pop culture topics. While some competitors focus solely on either romance or nerdy topics like sci-fi and superheroes, NRP seamlessly combines the two, creating a niche for listeners who are fans of all these genres. Host Y. M. Nelson brings her own perspective as a romance author and superhero and Star Trek fan to the discussions, adding depth and authenticity to the content. We have a community space for listeners to engage with each other and discuss episode topics which goes beyond just listening to a podcast episode. We also have a newsletter which includes shownotes, nerdy and romantic book recommendations, and first looks at Y. M. Nelson's content. So if you like book boyfriends, HEAs, Star Trek, Marvel and DC Comics, and fantasy books, then this podcast is for you!
Episodes
Y. M. Nelson hosts a deep dive into the Marvel movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps. She and guests Perry and Marcie discuss the fantastic four characters, movie pacing, and why this is the best version of them all.
TOPICS:
- How did we discover /first watch the movie?
- What was with the "Jetsons" look?
- Character Portrayls: Mr. Fantastic and others
- The rest of the Fantastic Four: Ben, Johnny and Sue
- Fave characters
- Storyline i...
Y. M. Nelson hosts the continuing discussion of Thunderbolts. She and Jen, Perry and Marcie talk about female led Marvel movies, depression and grief, standout characters in a fun ensemble cast, and we give the movie a star rating.
TOPICS WE DISCUSS:
- Marketing Thunderbolts*
- A Greenlit surprise
- Standout characters in the Thunderbolts* ensemble
- The Thunderbolts v. Valentina
- Bob aka The Sentry/The Void and depression
- Perry clears up some...
Jen, Perry, Marcie and host Y. M. Nelson talk about why Thunderbolts* was a great character study in a superhero disguise.
TOPICS WE DISCUSS:
- Perry's Update
- First thoughts on Thunderbolts*/viewing experience
- Is this the connector movie we needed?
- The Reluctant Hero Trope
- The dramatic side of the movie
- Family relationships: Yelena and Alexi
- Marketing and reception of Thunderbolts*
Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen continue to review and then rate James Gunn’s version of Superman. In this episode, we talk about the “Justice Gang” – Mr. Terrific, Guy Gardner, and Hawkgirl – Superman’s posse, and we talk about the Daily Planet gang – notably Lois, Perry, Jimmy and Steve – Clark Kent’s posse. We also give this one a star rating.
Topics We Discuss:
Secondary Characters: The Justice Gang
Peacema...
Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen review James Gunn's version of Superman. We went political, we went comic book, we went totally nerdy with this review of the new DCU iteration. This was one lively discussion you can't miss.
Topics We Discuss:
- How excited were we about James Gunn's Superman?
- A Comic Book Feel - The James Gunn Effect
- The Origin Story Omission
- If you know the story, why are you upset t...
Staci and host Y. M. Nelson wrap up discussion of this YA fantasy with a little politics, world building, and look ahead to what the movie version of this book may entail. We finish our review with a Goodreads rating.
Topics we discuss:
0:47 When magic means power - The politics of the story
9:13 The politics of the book - The Author's Note
15:23 The World of Children of Blood and Bone
21:50 Musing on the movie version
30:24 Th...
Y. M. Nelson and guest Staci discuss the folklore, the appeal, and the plot of the best selling fantasy Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi.
Topics we discuss:
- First impressions of the book
- The lack of African folklore in American culture
- Zelie and the heroine's journey
- Racism and Colorism in Children of Blood and Bone
- Growing into a leader - The reluctant hero trope
- Coming of Age for other main characters and their arcs
- Ho...
Jen G and host Y. M. Nelson recommend books that will scare you, or if you prefer, that will make you feel cozy while drinking your pumpkin spice latte and cuddling in your sweater. We also pay tribute to two romance authors we lost this summer: Carla Luna, who was also a guest on the show, and Twyla Turner.
Books we Discuss:
1:05 A Personal Moment: In Memorium - Carla Luna and Twyla Turner
6:59 Jen's new podcast and Bootcamp
10:3...
Staci, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson talk the secondary characters of Ironheart, including a long-awaited surprise character, and give the show a Goodreads star rating.
Topics we discuss:
- The timing of Riri's story
- The Hood, aka Parker Robbins and his crew
- Magic in the Neighborhood - Zelma, Madeline, and ... Dr. Strange?
- The SURPRISE GUEST
- Joe, aka Ezekiel Stane, aka Iron Monger
- GoodReads rating
Y. M. Nelson and guests Marcie and Staci talk about the Marvel TV series Ironheart. All of us had something to say about Riri Williams and her status as a legacy hero. And in light of the censorship and extortion of Jimmy Kimmel, what I say about a certain media company's IP is particularly relevant right now.
Topics discussed:
- How we found the show and the controversy around that
- Rotten Tomatoes Review bombing
- Are we "M...
We wrap up our discussion of Superman and Lois with a chat about season 4, the final season of the series. We talk about the correlation between the Death of Superman comic and the show, villains Lex Luthor and Doomsday, the last episode, and we give this one a GoodReads rating.
Topics We Discuss:
1:30 Lex Luthor
10:29 Doomsday v. Superman
12:12 A rushed ending
23:55 The Clark Kent reveal to the world
31:42 Kids with superpowers
35:28 Wh...
In this episode Y. M. Nelson and guest Perry C. discuss the reasons why season 3 of Superman and Lois was the most real of the CW Arrowverse.
Topics We Discuss:
01:55 The Death of Superman and the Doomsday character
05:29 Season 3 highlights
12:35 Superman and Lois in the comics
15:22 The new Johnathan Kent
24:23 The CW teen show dynamic
31:47 The Lois and Clark romance
47:36 Season 3 villain: Bruno Manheim
57:21 Pia Manheim and the family ...
We give YOU, season 5 some of the lowest ratings we have ever given anything. Find out why we did that. Also hear what we had to say about the one bright spot in this season, Amanda Camp as Reagan and Maddie, and why she should get an Emmy nod.
Topics we discuss:
- The Lockwoods and twins Reagan and Maddie
- Henry, Joe's son
- The final episode of YOU
- Goodreads star rating
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In part 1 of this review, Dana, Staci, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson rip apart season 5 of YOU, the final season of the Netflix thriller show based on the Carolina Kepnes series of books.
Topics we discuss:
- Our initial expectations
- Joe Goldberg, the impossible white man
- Too much unbelievable story
- Why S5 should have been shorter
- Episode 8, the return of Joe's past loves
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Y. M. Nelson, Staci, Perry and Marcie talk about the online controversy that surrounded Captain America: Brave New World (and why it's not worth talking about to real Marvel fans), characters we wanted to see more of, and we rate the movie with a Goodreads star rating.
Topics we discussed
01:21 The Captain America: Brave New World Controversy
14:25 Casting Controversy
18:28 Characters we wanted more of
20:27 Post-Credits scene revi...
Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Marcie, and Perry review Captain America: Brave New World. They talk story pacing, Eternals and Incredible Hulk, and they wonder why all of this is in a Captain America movie. Did you have questions, too? We get those answered on this episode!
Topics we discuss:
- 01:50 The Theater Experience
- 06:23 Story Pacing
- 15:05 Eternals, Red Hulk, and ... Wakanda?
- 25:11 The Tie-In movie feel
- 29:30 Tie-In versus more...
Join Jen, Carla, and me Y. M. Nelson as we recommend romance books that are perfect for a beach vacation. These reads range from sweet to red hot and everything in between. Find your next book summer fling here.
Some Books we recommend:
- Forrest for the Trees by Kilby Blades
- Only Mostly Dead by AlliTemple
- Jewel Me Twice by Charish Reid
- Only for the Week by Natasha Bishop
We even name drop Danielle Allen and shamlessly plug RRAW...
Y. M. Nelson interviews author Camille Baker after the release of her debut novel Have We Met? We talk about career choices, character muses and gush about our fave romance reads and tropes. Baker's book is fun while also dealing with the death of a loved one and showing representation for the deaf community.
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Author Paulette Stout talks with host Y. M. Nelson about her latest novel in the Bold Journeys series, What We Give Away. This novel dives deep into American diet culture and why weight is not an indicator of health. It also brings readers a delightful second chance romance, with all the steam and the slow burn you love in a Paulette Stout novel. Join our conversation as we discuss
Main character Leslie
Aunt Dot and her inspiration
Ri...
Marcie, Staci and host Y. M. Nelson continue their discussion of Star Trek Section 31. They analyze other characters, talk about the show's future, and give this one a Goodreads rating.
This action-packed movie follows Emperor Georgiou as she joins the secretive Section 31, a covert division tasked with doing Starfleet's "dirty work"—all while facing the ghosts of her past. But does it merit a series or even a se...
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