Blerd Dad Podcast

Blerd Dad Podcast

Glenn Lawrence talks his entry into fatherhood and the intricacies of being a Black Nerd dad. Each episode we pick a topic and then get poignant or ig'nant. Listen in to find out.

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March 22, 2024 76 mins

We talk originality, raising the steaks and nostalgia this week with Badar Tareen. It was a great chat where we lament having to leave our little ones to chase our dreams. It super fun and you should give it a listen. Badar Tareen is a civil rights lawyer by day and an award-winning stand-up comedian by night. Badar’s comedy can be described as analytical, energetic, and unique, hitting many different audiences given Badar’s day ...

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This week we catch up with friend Shanèe Acuff. She is a wife, teacher and current stay at home mom of 2. She has a love for homeschooling her little man and encourages others to do the same. She is outgoing and when not playing with her boys she loves hiking, hanging with friends and being at church. Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast! Or listen on major streaming outlets. Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @Gl...

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Daphne London is an amazing musician, comedian and mother. She's a pioneer of musical comedy for the LAAADDIEEESSSS. We had a great conversation and even made a couple songs together. We even figure out how aliens laugh! Give it a listen. Daphne London is a singer songwriter standup from central Pennsylvania . She gives a unique blend of sweet melodic comedy with her guitar .Performing at a young age , she has been perfectin...

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Another solo ep where we get into the comedy beefs. Also recap of some shows these past few weeks and previews of upcoming shows. Join in the fun! Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast! Or listen on major streaming outlets. Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @GlennLevelsUp Instagram: GlennLawrenceComedy YouTube: @levelupcomedyDC Got an intereseting perspective on parenting? Want to nerd out about fatherhood? Need ...

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This week we go deep on Fantasy Football, figure out perfect discipline techniques and give props to our ladies for keeping these babies fed. It's a fun time and you should give it a listen. Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast! Or listen on major streaming outlets. Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @GlennLevelsUp Instagram: GlennLawrenceComedy YouTube: @levelupcomedyDC Got an intereseting perspective on par...

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This week its just me and I show some gratitude to all those that listen. I also get into the Club Shay Shay revolution and try to diagnose the Eagles. Oh and of course give a parenting gem. It's meta fun listen.


Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast! Or listen on major streaming outlets. Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @GlennLevelsUp Instagram: GlennLawrenceComedy YouTube: @levelupcomedyDC Got an intere...

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Khairy Creek is an amazing father and comedian. This week we get DEEP into WWE and AEW plus talk a little anime as we juggle comedy and kids. Great talk especially if you are trying to get caught up on your wrestling storylines! Born and raised on Baltimore City’s East side, Khairy Creek is an electric story teller that uses his captivating energy to bring you into his world of fatherhood, Trauma, and the opening of the 3rd eye. K...

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January 26, 2024 70 mins
This week we recap an awesome DC Improv Performance and talk comedy, raising productive members of society and aging gracefully with Ray Diva. We also get into cultivating their creative spirit as well as using age as an advantage in parenting. Great listen.Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast! Or listen on major streaming outlets. Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @GlennLevelsUp Instagram: GlennLawrenceComedy You...
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This week we rap hip hop (without actually rapping this time) We get into Trap, Drill and Hip Hop in general. Discuss the Mos Def comments on Drake and try to project how our parenting styles will manifest into the future. Give it a listen. Ralph Cooper changed the open mic scene in DC. He gave many comedians their start and also was shaman as comedians lost their comedic virginity on stage. Many special shows took place at the hi...

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HAPPY NEW YEAR and welcome back! I do my best Batman impression after losing my voice over the New Year weekend but its perfect for my guest. Former Washington Post writer David Betancourt. We discuss the amazing contributions he's made to comic book culture including the new Edge of Spiderverse. We also take a stroll down memory lane when I was fast and not fat. It was a great convo covering so much so give it a listen will...

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Join us as we wrap up our second season and 2023. I recap the highs and lows while ranting about the Eagles and giving a special shout out to my grandfather. We get ready for 2024 but first lets close out 2023! Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast! Or listen on major streaming outlets. Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @GlennLevelsUp Instagram: GlennLawrenceComedy YouTube: @levelupcomedyDC Got an interesting pe...

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This is redemption week as I make up for the bad rap last week. I catch up with none other than the good brotha Delmar "Omega" Obaji. Its a great conversation about rap instilling discipline and dance moves.

Delmar "Omega" Obaji was born in Brooklyn New York to West African Immigrant Parents and now resides in Northern VA from his youth, Omega spent a few years as an emcee actually doing the Making the Band DC...

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This week we talk with Daddy Issues author Allan Sidley. Get into the joys self publishing and even have a rap off, more like just an off but we gave it our best shot. Its a fun listen and if you like bad rap its even better.

A comedian, author, hip hop improviser, and producer, Allan is a jack of all trades. Allan's humor is dry, and a little wet from perspiration, usually. Raised by his single, neurotic, Jewish mother, he g...

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This week we find ourselves discussing education with the ever so smart Vida Bratton. So a great conversation about education, school and educating our kids. Its a great listen. Vida B is a traditional educator turned Homeschooling MAMApreneur. FAITH is her anchor. PURPOSE is her wind. PEOPLE are her energy. FAMILY is her sweet spot. MATH is her jam. GOD is her source. ENTREPRENEURSHIP is her resource. She’s been in the education...
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We celebrate our 50th episode with Mike Brown DMV Comedian and former life saver. We catch up talk turkey and get into a little WWE vs AEW. Its soul food for the ears so give it a listen, or I'm telling Santa!!!Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast! Or listen on major streaming outlets. Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @GlennLevelsUp Instagram: GlennLawrenceComedy YouTube: @levelupcomedyDC Got an interesting ...

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November 20, 2023 61 mins

You learn something new everyday, for instance I learned my good friend and amazing laugher is a well known Girl Scout. We had a great conversation on taking time for yourself, healing and Girl Scouts. Give it a listen!

Hannah Davis is a social worker and yoga teacher passionate about leadership, youth and family. Hannah began practicing yoga in 2009. She completed her 200-Hour yoga teacher certification from Sky House Yoga in Sil...

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November 13, 2023 68 mins

This week we really try to get control of things with Sean Whitfield, a fellow DMV based comedian. We talk about political motivations, comedy and Disney. Sean Whitfield started doing stand-up when he was 18 years old, as part of the DC Improv’s Funniest College Competition, making it all the way to the finals in his Senior Year. 19 years later, he’s performed comedy all over the country and has featured for several nationally to...

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We balling this week! Playing park rules with Earl Piner. We get into basketball, coaching philosophies and he coerces me to unretire. Fun episode with a great father and coach. Earl Piner is the Owner and Founder of PREP Basketball Training in Leesburg VA. After playing D3 basketball for Washington College Earl continued his love for basketball by coaching others. He has trained scores of athletes many of whom have gone on to pl...

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October 30, 2023 73 mins

We get clean this week with Clean Comedy Connection (C3) founder and CEO PT Bratton. We talk about home schooling, Marvel vs DC and even try to fix America. Its a great listen. After serving over ten years in the United States Air Force, PT Bratton found his new mission helping people, organizations, and communities heal through humor. His work has been featured on NBC, CBS, and the CW. And PT has performed on all kinds of stage...

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October 23, 2023 71 mins

This week we overcome technical difficulties to discuss advice we should have taken, taking your business to the next level and growing with your kids.

Chandra Gore has successfully worked with entrepreneurs and brands to create foundations for long term success and also gaining visibility outreach by creating and implementing strategies that create brand loyalty and trust with her consulting and public relations firm, Chandra Go...

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