Best Zach And Calvin Podcasts (2024)

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Zach Guesses the Plot of the Barbie Film — This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club 1:05:25

1y ago1:05:25

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Zach has been ruined by working at Blockbuster, so this month he guesses the entire plot of the Barbie film while Kiefer and Calvin give their reviews. Join us on September 1st when we review Bullet Train!Zach's Shout-Outs: What We Do In The Shadows, BAKIKiefer's Shout-Outs: Sevendust's Truth Killer, Foundation, SiloCalvin's Shout-Outs: Talk To Me …

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Music that Influenced Us! — This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club 1:09:37

1+ y ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Bad news good news: We weren't able to line up our interview for this month, but that means we've moved up our most influential albums media club led by Kiefer. Kiefer highlights his metal influences including TOOL and Korn. Zach dives into his hardcore roots with Stick to Your Guns and CDC. Calvin discusses the importance of Porter Robinson and Go…

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FASTEN YOUR SEATBELTS: We Review Fast X! — This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club 1:01:48

1+ y ago1:01:48

1:01:48

We don't have friends, we have family. Matt, Zach, and Calvin strap in to discuss the eleventh film in the Fast & Furious Cinema Universe (FFCU), and each of them have wildly different histories with the series. Tune in on August 4th, when the boys discuss the music that shaped their formative years! ---Let's Connect! 📧: ⁠⁠thispodisfornerds@gmail.c…

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We Sat Down with Jess Allanic from Calva Louise 1:02:28

1+ y ago1:02:28

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Back in January, Zach and Calvin had the distinct honor of talking with Jess Allanic, co-founder of the multicultural British band Calva Louise. Jess talks about her history with music in Venezuela, how a big move to France in her teenage years led to the band's formation, and her DIY-attitude toward art creation. Thank you to Jess for taking time …

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We Review Wednesday! — This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club 1:05:25

1+ y ago1:05:25

1:05:25

*snap, snap* This month, The Nerds sit down to chat about Netflix's Wednesday, their love of Lance Reddick, and Zach's tips to get over stage fright. What did you think of Wednesday? Connect with us below and let us know, and don't forget to join us on June 2nd when we review the film Fast X⁠. Timestamps: 00:15 — Rest In Power Lance Reddick 00:59 —…

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Meeting Your Heroes And What It Takes To Be A Luthier — This Podcast Is For Nerds S04E07 1:02:57

1+ y ago1:02:57

1:02:57

From crafting custom guitars to being "IMDb on Random" the boys get the opportunity to sit down with Matt Kiefer, Founder and Luthier of Better Mousetrap Guitars. Kiefer discusses his need for a creative outlet, meeting his musical heroes, and how to enter the industry. Thanks for stopping by, Kiefer! Be sure to join us on April 7th when we review …

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Glass Onion: A Knives Out Review — This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club 56:29

1+ y ago56:29

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There's been a murduhhh... And the only ones that can solve it are The Nerds. Calvin is out sick this week so Zach is joined by Matt Kiefer from Better Mousetrap Guitars to discuss the latest entry in the Knives Out series... among other things. What did you think of Glass Onion? Connect with us below and let us know, and don't forget to join us on…

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Dungeons & Dragons and Storytelling — This Podcast Is For Nerds S04E05 57:04

1+ y ago57:04

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Happy New Year and Roll For Initiative! Zach and Calvin return for another interview with Paul Kolby, fellow nerd and dungeon master. Paul's highlights his history with all things nerdy including Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons and Dragons, how he leads his campaigns, and brings back the local business shout out. Zach runs a one-shot surrounding a m…

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We Review Link Click! — This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club 1:07:43

2y ago1:07:43

1:07:43

Welcome back to This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club! This week, we review the Chinese anime, Link Click, which follows Cheng Xiaoshi and Lu Guang - the owners of Time Photo Studio. The pair have supernatural abilities which allow them to enter the memories of their clients using photographs. What did you think of Link Click? Let us know on social …

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Making Films and Finding Your Purpose — This Podcast Is For Nerds 1:10:03

2y ago1:10:03

1:10:03

We've got some big changes going on at Studio Nerd! In addition to our bimonthly Media Club, where we review anime, movies, television, videogames and more, we will spend the off months interviewing our favorite nerds about their passions; from Star Wars to tabletop games. This week, we had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with Heather Irvine:…

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We Review The Handmaiden! — This Podcast Is For Nerds S04E02 1:00:31

2y ago1:00:31

1:00:31

For our second review of the season, Calvin recommended the 2016 thriller, The Handmaiden. What did you think of the movie? Let us know and be sure to watch Link Click in time for our January episode. --- Follow us! 📧: thispodisfornerds@gmail.com 📷: @thispodisfornerds 🐦: @thispodis4nerds

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Media Club First Takes #1 — Link Click 18:12

2y ago18:12

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Happy National Podcast Day! To celebrate, we're launching a new series under This Podcast Is For Nerds called 'Media Club First Takes'. The premise is that we will watch the first episode of a series and give our quick thoughts. For the inaugural episode, Zach introduces Calvin to the Chinese anime Link Click. Have you watched it? What did you thin…

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We Review Death Parade! - This Podcast Is For Nerds S04E01 1:00:05

2y ago1:00:05

1:00:05

It's a new season and that means a refresh on the podcast! For season 4 of the show, the boys will alternate between reviews of television, movies, and games and interviews with our favorite nerds. They'll tell us about their favorite nerdy hobbies from plants, tabletop game terrain design, and more! For our first review, Zach has recommended the 2…

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Overrated Movies, Tiny Tina’s Wonderland, and more! — This Podcast Is For Nerds 1:02:20

2+ y ago1:02:20

1:02:20

We’re mixing things up this month with an interview with the man behind the scenes of TPIFN - Calvin! Zach prepared a list of questions surrounding Calvin’s love of film all while playing Tiny Tina’s Wonderland. Join us next month for part 2 of the interview and shoot us an email to ask your questions for Zach. --- Follow us! 📧: thispodisfornerds@g…

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Wounds and Idols 12:05

2+ y ago12:05

12:05

Listen in while Noel talks about how to handle people's disproportionate reactions, which are typically rooted in wounds or idols.

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If You Bite & Devour One Another (a conversation with Alex Strauch) 34:13

2+ y ago34:13

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Noel talks with Alex Strauch about conflict in the church, what we are allowing ourselves to be discipled by, and why tuning in to Christ is essential. Here are a few links from the episode: If You Bite & Devour One Another Biblical Eldership: An Urgent Call to Restore Biblical Church Leadership Glenwood Springs, Colorado Brother Indeed: The Life o…

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The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent Review — This Podcast Is For Nerds 1:03:14

2+ y ago1:03:14

1:03:14

"Y'know, I can eat a 🍑 for hours..." The boys follow up their Sonic 2 Media Club with a love letter to the filmography of Nicolas Cage with “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent”. It follows a fictionalized Cage down on his luck who receives a $1 million offer to spend a weekend with a Spanish fan. We loved it and yes, I'm dead serious - Padding…

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We Review Sonic 2! — This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club 1:09:25

2+ y ago1:09:25

1:09:25

🎶 Rollin' around at the speed of sound, Got places to go 🎶 including the movie theater to watch the latest Sonic movie! The boys took one of the team and went to go see Sonic 2 in theaters - it's surprisingly decent. What should we watch next? Shoot us an email and let us know! --- Follow us! 📧: thispodisfornerds@gmail.com 📷: @thispodisfornerds 🐦: …

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Posting Peace (a conversation with Doug Bursch) 39:06

2+ y ago39:06

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Noel and Doug Bursch about why social media divides us and how followers of Jesus can show the world a better way. Here are a few links from this episode: Douglas Bursch Posting Peace: Why Social Media Divides Us and What We Can Do About It Fairly Spiritual Fool's Talk: Recovering the Art of Christian Persuasion The Benedict Option: A Strategy for …

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Finding God in the Brothel (a conversation with David Zach) 44:03

2+ y ago44:03

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Noel talks with David Zach about his faith amidst the unique challenges of frontline work to end human trafficking. Here are a few links from the episode: Remedy Drive The Exodus Road David Zach - Instagram remedydrive.com/action Culture Care: Reconnecting with Beauty for Our Common Life Sunlight on Her Face - Remedy Drive…

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The One with the Pizza 59:22

2+ y ago59:22

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So the pandemic started two years ago and we're just NOW doing a baking episode. We chat over a few (or 6) slices of from-scratch pizza and chat about what we're excited for in the new year including Tiny Tina's Wonderland, Sonic 2, and more! Check back every month for a new episode of This Podcast Is For Nerds, and be sure to give us a follow on s…

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Humble Calvinism (a conversation with Jeff Medders) 37:48

2+ y ago37:48

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Noel talks with Jeff Medders about why doctrine and theology should drive us toward humility and away from pride. Here are a few links from this episode: Humble Calvinism: And if I Know the Five Points, But Have Not Love ... J.A. Medders - Twitter The Acts 29 Podcast Acts 29

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Deconstructing Deconstruction (a conversation with Barnabas Piper) 34:23

2+ y ago34:23

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Noel talks with Barnabas Piper about deconstruction, whether it's worth trying to define it, and how the church can show the love of Jesus to those deconstructing. Here are a few links to things talked about in this episode: The Happy Rant The Happy Rant: Wandering To and Fro Through Some Things That Don't Matter All That Much (and a Few That Reall…

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Where We've Been... 1:05:43

2+ y ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Hey! How's it going? You look fantastic. We missed you; so we're back. In the Season 3 premiere, the gang catch up on where they've been and what they've been up to over the past year. Check back every month for a new episode of This Podcast Is For Nerds, and be sure to give us a follow on socials. Shoot us an email too and we might just read it on…

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The Tide is Turning (a conversation with Dr. Tammy Smith) 40:30

2+ y ago40:30

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Noel talks with Dr. Tammy Smith about why everyone is triggered, people in ministry are targeted, so many are deconstructing, and how the tide is turning toward deeper spiritual health. Here are a few links to things they talked about: Dr. Tammy Smith - On the Threshold Speaking and Counseling Dr. Tammy Smith - Facebook drtammysmith - Instagram…

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Disagreeing with a Christian Accent (a conversation with Adam Ramsey) 33:23

2+ y ago33:23

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Noel talks with Pastor Adam Ramsey about his new book, Truth on Fire, and why it is so imperative that Christians learn to disagree "with a Christian accent." They talk about how pride is at the root of not just our disagreeable tone, but also our prayerlessness and impatience. Here are a few links to things they talked about: Truth on Fire by Adam…

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2022 Season Trailer 1:17

2+ y ago1:17

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I've noticed there are really important issues bubbling up in our culture and people just seem to want to yell at each other about them instead of cutting each other a little bit of slack. That's why I'm relaunching the Recovering Hypocrite podcast. This season, we'll look at some of these issues with a posture of grace and seek to pair biblical tr…

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Rhythms of Rest (a conversation with Kurt Hannah) 35:20

3+ y ago35:20

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Noel talks with Pastor Kurt Hannah about developing rhythms of rest to avoid emotional burnout. Here are some links to some of the stuff they talked about: Missio Dei Maker's Mark Woodford Reserve A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to be Spiritually Mature, Wh…

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#13 Jimmy "The One Man Thrill Ride" Preston 59:02

3+ y ago59:02

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The 1ManThrillride is a professional wrestler better known by his ring name Jimmy Preston. He is best known for his work for N.E.W. Northeast Wrestling. Preston's an Independent Professional Wrestler, Former DIII Baseball Superhero, and an ABSOLUTE SAVAGE! You may know him from the pre-alumni game viral video where he’s in the parking lot hammering…

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Don't Quit, You'll Miss Out (a conversation with Timothy Peng) 35:01

3+ y ago35:01

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Noel talks with pastor Timothy Peng of Lansing Chinese Christian Church about making it through difficult seasons and the life-giving practices of walking, napping, and even playing video games. Here are some links to some of the stuff they talked about: Lansing Chinese Christian Church Pig Brain Soup (only click if you dare) Eugene Peterson's Cont…

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#12 Zach Dilanzo (The Daily Show) shares how writing for The Daily Show from his remote cabin in the CatSkills has helped his state of mind. 46:12

3+ y ago46:12

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Zachary DiLanzo is a writer and actor, known for The 63rd Annual Grammy Awards (2021), Remotely Educational (2021) and The Daily Show (1996).Director: Danny SimmonsEditor: Meagan SolanoSound: Dory BavarskyArtwork: Niv Bavarsky-- Help Is Here --The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free …

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#11 Chris Thomas Devlin (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2021), Cobweb) 42:38

3+ y ago42:38

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S1.E.11 Chris Thomas Devlin (Texas Chainsaw, Cobweb) details writing during the pandemic, his alliance with destigmatizing mental illness, and his traumatic yet successful 2020.Chris Thomas Devlin is a writer known for Video Nasty, The Wretched Emily Derringer and Cobweb.-- CREDITS --Executive Producer: Ellen UtrechtDirector: Danny SimmonsEditor: M…

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Frictionless Technology (a conversation with Jason Aten) 44:16

3+ y ago44:16

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Noel talks with columnist Jason Aten about the impact of technology on our spiritual lives and why it may be wise to add a little friction to our tech. Here's links to some of the stuff they talked about: Steve Jobs Never Turned Off His iPhone Except For This One Reason. You Should Too The 29 Steps Podcast Zoom Is Now Worth $130 Billion. The Reason…

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#10 Calvin D. Sun, MD (Monsoondiaries) 54:36

3+ y ago54:36

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Calvin D. Sun, MD wants you to get your vaccine and wear PPE so we can get back to travelingDr. Calvin Sun is the multi-talented doctor, bboy badass, writer, photographer, and visionary mind and CEO behind @monsoondiaries. Sun works as an attending physician and clinical assistant professor in Emergency Medicine at multiple emergency departments in…

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We Review Space Jam! 1:06:10

3+ y ago1:06:10

1:06:10

It's your chance. Do your dance. With This Podcast Is For Nerds! This week, we're reviewing the live-action/animated comedy film - Space Jam. Does this film hold up over 20 years later? Or is it nostalgia bait at this point? Find out as we discuss the origin story that awoke furries across the world and how we feel about the Avengers level sequel t…

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S1.E.9 - Jordan Lawley (After surviving a near-death car accident and brain tumor, Jordan Lawley is getting back in the game) 18:12

3+ y ago18:12

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UCSD legend Jordan Lawley narrowly survived a car crash, found out he had a Grade 4 brain tumor, and overcame the procedure... Lawley can still dunk a basketball. I'm in sheer awe of his energy, spirit, faith, and pure talent in everything that he does. He's lost the ability to hear out his left ear, part of his face is limited in functionality, hi…

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#8 Richard Torrez Jr. likens the sweet science of boxing to a chess match (Team USA Boxing) 25:02

3+ y ago25:02

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Richard Torrez Jr. likens the sweet science of boxing to a chess matchRichard Torrez Jr. is the #1 Super Heavyweight for TEAM USA and #3 in the world. Despite the pandemic, despite the adversity of 2020, Torrez Jr. is still going for gold in Tokyo 2021. He has persevered through the adversity by training old school with his father, his longtime coa…

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Perpetual Foreigner (a conversation with Young Yi) 45:45

3+ y ago45:45

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On this episode, Noel talks with Young Yi, MSU Venue Director at Riverview Church. They talk about the unique experience of leading in a predominantly white evangelical church as an Asian-American and the subtle ways our culture often makes the AAPI community feel like perpetual foreigners in their own country. Young's Blog Young's Sermons at River…

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#7 Kamran Madani (Team USA Karate) 59:17

3+ y ago59:17

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S1.E.7 PAN AM Gold Medalist and Team USA's Kamran Madani, is getting his master’s in Sports Psychology and he’s gamified his mental approach to sports and life. In this episode, Kam opens up about how he overcame suicidal thoughts as a teenager and what it was like to narrowly lose to someone who was using PED’s.We discuss how journaling religiousl…

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We Review Total Recall with the Be Easy Podcast! 1:02:39

3+ y ago1:02:39

1:02:39

Get ready for a surprise! On today's episode of This Podcast Is For Nerds, Carl O'Brien of the Be Easy podcast joins us to discuss the science fiction film, Total Recall. We get into what we love about the original, what is missing from the remake, and our favorite films and shows of 2020. Be sure to subscribe to Be Easy wherever you listen to podc…

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#6 Krista Simmons (Top Chef Masters) 1:02:48

3+ y ago1:02:48

1:02:48

S1.E.6 Krista Simmons (Top Chef Masters, Fork In The Road Media) discusses creativity in the pandemic, overcoming depression and anxiety, and how exercising religiously helps her mental health.Director: Danny SimmonsEditor: Meagan SolanoSound: Dory BavarskyArtwork: Niv Bavarsky-- Help Is Here --The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national…

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#5 Tri Bourne (Team USA Beach Volleyball) 1:09:04

3+ y ago1:09:04

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S1.E.5 Tri Bourne (Team USA Beach Volleyball) After not playing in 2017 because of a chronic muscle disease, Bourne’s mental fortitude was challenged when he had to relearn the game of volleyball from the feet up.Tri Bourne played NCAA D1 Men’s Volleyball for the USC Trojans and overseas in Puerto Rico and Turkey. He then switched full-time to the …

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We Review WandaVision! This Podcast Is For Nerds 1:05:44

3+ y ago1:05:44

1:05:44

What is grief but love persevering? And what is a review of WandaVision without a licensed therapist? Welcome to the latest episode of This Podcast Is For Nerds where the boys bring in a mental health professional to dive deep into the new Disney+ series! What did you think of the show? Let us know on our social media and be sure to follow Kailah: …

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#4 Christian A. Pierce (Executive Producer of The Real Bros of Simi Valley) 1:31:16

3+ y ago1:31:16

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S1.E.4 Christian Pierce (Executive Producer of The Real Bros of Simi Valley) discusses overcoming depression, his role in social activism, and how he gets into a flow state creatively and physically.Best known for his on-screen roles alongside co-star Jimmy Tatro in their YouTube series "Life According to Jimmy," (500 million total views) CAP is on…

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#3 Riji Raja (Founder of Affirmation Darling, The Wrap Women Ambassador) 1:08:02

3+ y ago1:08:02

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A day after news broke of Meghan Markle's struggle with mental health, this episode of The Broken Dove Podcast hits different. Riji Raja (Founder of Affirmation Darling, The Wrap Women Ambassador) discusses how she overcame homelessness, multiple suicide attempts, and cultural stigmas in her journey as a businesswoman and actress. While Riji is not…

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We Review Dorohedoro Season 1! 56:31

3+ y ago56:31

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What did those guys in my mouth say to you? They said to watch this week's edition of This Podcast Is For Nerds Media Club, where the boys chat about the bizarre anime, Dorohedoro! Join us next time when we chat Who Framed Roger Rabbit with a special guest! -- Hit us up! Twitter: @ThisPodIs4Nerds Instagram: @ThisPodIsForNerds Email: thispodisforner…

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#2 Jamal Hill (Team USA Paralympic Swimmer) 1:11:43

3+ y ago1:11:43

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S1.E.2 Jamal Hill (Team USA Paralympic Swimmer) tells us the story of how he went from paralysis to Paralympic champion. In addition to a Gold Medal, Hill also has his eye set on teaching one million kids how to swim through his non-profit organization, www.swimuphill.org. When Jamal Hill made it onto the Team USA Paralympic swimming roster in 2018…

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1 Michael Vlamis (CW's Roswell, New Mexico) broke into show business by impersonating a Hollywood exec 1:15:56

3+ y ago1:15:56

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S1.E1 Michael Vlamis (CW’s Roswell New Mexico, 2019 Blacklist Alum) Michael Vlamis tells the story of how he broke into show business by pretending to be the assistant of a powerful Hollywood producer. We discuss the baseball player's approach to life, social activism, being a bro with depression, and what it's like to portray a bisexual alien on T…

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We Review The Mandalorian Season 2 with our Special Guest! 1:05:51

3+ y ago1:05:51

1:05:51

We're a little late to the party, but when has that ever stopped us? This week, we're discussing all that The Mandalorian Season 2 brought us including Jedi, baby Yoda's real name, and more - all with our first guest! In case you didn't know, we're letting YOU decide what we review this season through polls that we host on our Instagram. Be sure to…

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Heroes We Hate But Admire! This Podcast Is For Nerds 1:02:28

3+ y ago1:02:28

1:02:28

Reunited and it feels so goood! This is the stereotypical TPIFN episode where the boys have a topic in mind, but go all over the place. This week, they chat about the heroes they admire but don't like including Spider-Man and Captain America. This episode was recorded pre-2021 so they also ponder what the year will look like for COVID, different ca…

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