Nerdery and Murdery
Do you have an obsession or something you do that just drives people crazy? Do you find True Crime to be morbidly fascinating? Then join us every week as Zig discusses everything people obsess or nerd out about while Geoffrey gets dark on True Crime stories. New episodes drop every Sunday.
Episodes
Welcome back to Nerdery and Murdery. We are glad you are here for another week of stories from the bright side of imagination and the darker corners of humanity.
This time on the Nerdery, Zig shines a light on four sci fi novellas that do not always make the mainstream lists but absolutely should. From interstellar warfare to radioactive dynasties, apocalyptic science, and post-apocalyptic monks, these works changed th...
A new year. A new chapter. And five years of Nerdery & Murdery.
As we kick off 2026, we want to start by saying thank you to everyone who’s listened, shared, debated, and stuck with us through four incredible years of Nerd and Murd.
This week, Zig steps back into the pixelated past, exploring the world of The 8-Bit Guy and the enduring appeal of retro computing, where old hardware still sparks new fascination.
Then G...
This week our old friend Keith joins us once again. Zig dives into the world of Star Fleet Battles and everything that makes this classic strategy game a fan favorite. Then stick around while Geoffrey covers the brutal case of Richard Kenneth Djerf, a crime that shocked Arizona and the nation. A mix of gaming, history, and true crime to close out the year. Have a safe and happy New Year and we will see you in 2026.
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Happy Christmas Week. This episode Zig continues our chronological journey through Star Trek with a deep dive into Star Trek: The Motion Picture and the ambitious start of Trek on the big screen. Then Geoffrey tells the chilling story of the Dayton Christmas Murders, a holiday tragedy that left a city shaken. A mix of sci fi wonder and true crime darkness for your holiday week.
Have a wonderful holiday!
This week Zig continues our chronological journey through Star Wars with a deep dive into Star Wars: Rebels and the impact the series had on the larger universe. Then Geoffrey steps back into true crime history with the tragic and influential case of Kitty Genovese, one of New York City's most well known murders. Nerdery meets Murdery once again.
Zig is back on the Nerdery side with a deep exploration of Peter Capaldi’s 12th Doctor and the stories that shaped his time in the TARDIS. Then Geoffrey investigates the mysterious disappearance of Melissa Casias, a case that still confounds and unsettles. Tune in for a ride through sci fi and true crime.
It is wife swap time once again on Nerdery and Murdery. Geoffrey jumps into the Nerdery seat and goes full fan mode with a deep dive into the world of Peter Gabriel, his music, his influence, and the sound that shaped a generation. Then Zig takes over the Murdery side and brings the powerful story of the Battle of Blair Mountain, one of the most important and explosive labor uprisings in American history. Nerd out. Mu...
Welcome to another week of Nerdery and Murdery! This we on the Nerdery side of the house back by popular demand we have a part THREE of Zig covering Goth music with a little Rio Grande Valley surprise mixed in. Then step on into the Murdery side of the house where Geoffrey covers another sad abuse case that led to a tragic end.
In yet another stupendous week of Nerdery and Murdery, join in as Zig talks about three Western movies that all seem to be the exact same story. On the Murdery side of the house Geoffrey talks about the dangers, consequences, and abuse of some confidential informants. Be Nerdery with each other not Murdery with each other.
In this super amazing episode of Nerdery and Murdery, Zig takes on a subject given to us from our listener, Jenn, who suggested we cover bands from The Rio Grande Valley in South Texas...so we did! Thank you, Jenn for the list!!! Then once we get our groove on Geoffrey takes over and talks about a thirty year old unsolved murder in The Yogurt Shop Murders which also happened right here in Texas! Enjoy the week!
In this episode of Nerdery & Murdery, Geoffrey and Zig sit down with longtime friend of the show and 2 Geeks and a Microphone co-host Stephen W. Boster to talk about his new supernatural thriller Spiritual Sight. Together they explore the unseen battle between faith and fear, the real-world inspiration behind modern exorcism fiction, and how belief, doubt, and courage shape both the story and the author who wrote ...
Welcome to another stupendous episode of Nerdery and Murdery! Today Zig takes a deep dive into another comic book company and talks all about Dark Horse Comics. Then on the Murdery side of the house Geoffrey tells a tragic tale which just makes him mad with the murder of Regan Tokes.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN WEEK!!!! In today's amazing episode Zig tells us everything we ever wanted to know but were afraid to ask about Modiphius Entertainment. Then in a special Halloween true horror take Geoffrey will regale you with the story of the REAL Amityville Horror. Have a wonderful and safe Halloween!
Join in today as Zig gives you more music to "smush" by. Then sit back and curl up by the fire as Geoffrey tells the dark tale of The Ice Cream Killer.
In yet another part 2 episode Zig now discusses the top James Bond films. The sit back and curl up by the fire as Geoffrey tells the fascinating story of Tent Girl.
Welcome in all you Nerds and Murds! For today Zig begins what is sort of a part 1 and discusses our list of top James Bond Theme songs. Next week we will dive into our list of James Bond movies. Then once all that fun ends Geoffrey tells the story of Jason Scott. Have a great Nerd and Murd week!
Welcome to another special episode of Nerdery and Murdery. We guess this one is just Nerdery though. We are doing our second ever interview and we have as a guest our good friend from 2 Geeks and a Microphone, Michael Shanks! Michael released his debut novel The Immortality Code: Rewriting the Rules of Life and Death in 2024 and we assholes should have done this sooner! But better late than never so join in for the fu...
Step on in and grab your seat. Today Zig talks about Gargoyles and Gargoyles while Geoffrey discusses the case of the disappearance of Barbara Louise Cotton. Make sure you stay in your seat until the plane has fully stopped.
In today's episode Zig covers part 2 of Goth and Goth adjacent music. Then stay in your seats. The debate gets real as Geoffrey discusses the very controversial case of Todd Willingham.
Hey Nerds and Murds—big news! Geoffrey’s debut novel, Prime Numbers, drops on Amazon September 26. Cyberpunk grit, arcane magic, and a crew of misfits fighting for survival. Pre-order the eBook now and catch an exclusive excerpt in this special episode!
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