Blerds and Nerds Podcast

Shannon, Jaja, and James bring Black voices and multicultural perspectives to nerd culture conversations in a way that feels natural rather than forced. The show covers gaming news, anime releases, Marvel projects, streaming updates, and entertainment industry trends through weekly episodes that typically run 45 minutes to an hour. What sets Blerds and Nerds apart from other geek podcasts is the perspective. The hosts discuss the same properties everyone else covers -- PlayStation State of Play announcements, new One Piece trailers, classic cartoon reboots -- but they bring experiences and viewpoints that are underrepresented in the nerd podcasting space. Listeners consistently describe the vibe as sitting with friends, which is the highest compliment a podcast like this can get. With 100 episodes, a 4.8-star rating from 37 reviewers, and new episodes dropping weekly through 2026, the show has found its groove. The hosts balance genuine critique with obvious affection for the properties they discuss, and they are not afraid to call out when something does not work. Episodes covering gaming industry layoffs sit alongside excited breakdowns of new anime trailers, giving you a well-rounded view of nerd culture from people who are deeply invested in it.