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The Word Nerds Archive

Dave Shepherd, Howard Shepherd, Howard Chang

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The Word Nerds is a weekly podcast on words, language, and why we say the things we do. Three language teachers share their ideas about the roots of everyday English. Each edition explores a rude word of the week. In addition to looking at language change, the podcast features music by independent artists each week. Shownotes/links: www.thewordnerds.org.
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Welcome to our whimsical adventure of idioms and other turns of phrase. Each week, we delve into the origins of phrases to find out how they came into the English language. We tell the story of how the phrase got from its beginnings to where it is today. Shauna and Dan are two big nerds, so expect some geek culture references, random trivia facts, and loads of laughs!
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Nerd Nook Trivia presents Buzz Word the Podcast! Join host Bevan Lucas and our rotating cast of contestants as we play our game of addictive word play. This show is based on the Buzz Word brand board game by Play Monster LLC. Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551702036839&mibextid=kFxxJD
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I am just a 17 year old in highschool that talks about topics from Politics to Pop culture.Tune in to see how the future generations think! All uncensored! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/panda-graffiti/support
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Public radio's game show of bluff and bluster, words and whimsy. The warmest, wittiest cocktail party - it's spirited and civil, brainy and boisterous, peppered with musical interludes. Fast paced and playful, it's the most fun you can have with language without getting your mouth washed out with soap. Our motto: It's not important to know the answers, it's important to like the answers!
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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to tour with David Bowie? Cure your panic attacks with your own musical creation? Own the world’s dirtiest teacups? Moby Pod, hosted by multi-hyphenate artist Moby, is a podcast airing new episodes every other week in which the renowned musician shares his insights and experiences, offering a unique perspective on the world of music, animal activism, and beyond. He’ll also occasionally sit down with a surprising guest to discuss their careers, creative p ...
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Decision Nerds

Paul Richards & Joe Wiggins

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We talk about human behaviour and decision-making with an investment slant. And tell terrible jokes. Join us as we dive into the trenches with industry innovators, academics and mavericks.
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Weirdly Obsessed

Lisa Wallen & Mandy Martino

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Join comedians Lisa Wallen and Mandy Martino on the Weirdly Obsessed Podcast as they bring you a collision of worlds. Lisa, the unapologetic professional nerd, meets Mandy, the bubbly and upbeat companion. Together, they ensure unexpected laughter and dive deep into a world of obsessions – from their own quirky interests to the latest trending fixations and even the unique obsessions shared by listeners. Subscribe now for a guaranteed good time with this dynamic duo!
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word nerd

Fathima Kinza

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This one's for the uncommons and the old fashioned romantics. As much for the activists and the mystics, as it is for the nerds – lovers of language, poetry and prose, in literature and in film. Welcome to word nerd! Here we sink our teeth into the delicious words that make our world. New episodes are released on Sundays Intro and outro music: Vitamin String Quartet
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Nerd is a loaded word, but that’s why we love it. THE WORLD NEEDS NERDS (hosted by MacKenzie Green) is an exploration through fandom and pop culture, with a lot of laughs. Whether it’s the MCU, VPR, or Memory athletics—THE WORLD NEEDS NERDS is here to talk about it. Brought to you by your friends at L.A. Comic Con!
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We are a group of friends who love to hang out playing ttrpgs. Looking forward to sharing our adventures and the characters we love with all of you. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/power-word-nerd/support
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The Urban Dictionary describes “Nerding Out” as getting overly excited about something that isn’t generally “cool”. The word “Cool” is societal. Why should our interests be defined by the perception of others? Here at The Nerd Element we want to DECONSTRUCT the word cool. The Nerd Element exists to bring people together to entertain and educate about nerd culture. Whether you Nerd Out about pop culture, literature, travel or even politics, The Nerd Element is the place for you. We are just t ...
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Life is noisy, but your brain doesn't have to be. This quick weekly conversation offers smart, simple ways to retrain your brain to hack your productivity and communicate better. Brain-science-meets-word-nerd host Kristin Graham offers shortcuts on how to navigate our cluttered digital world so you can spend more time enjoying life offline. She's done the research and tried-the-things, so you get the headlines and hacks without all the homework.
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Nerdonomy

Nerdonomy

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Nerds on Film and Nerds on History have each had their last word. And yet like the legendary Phoenix (the bird, not Jean Grey), a new podcast rises from their ashes. Are we still covering Film? Yes. Are we bringing back History episodes? Absolutely. What about those long talked-about Nerds on Words and Nerds on Books episodes, or even Nerds on Science? We’ll definitely cover those too. We are now, simply, Nerdonomy. Our rebranded podcast uses the season format, and episodes will release week ...
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Fill Me In

Be More Smarter

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Fill Me In is a crossword podcast, or at least, that's what it pretends to be. Most of the time, it's about other things (including, but not limited to: soup, Thor, Rosana Ñler, sandwiches, Stephen Sondheim, Viewer Mail, vuvuzelas, inappropriate glorification of the E Division, and more), but occasionally, we also talk about crosswords.
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TRIVIA TIME

Trivia Time Podcast

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Trivia Time is a weekly pub quiz style podcast. Each week, we will be presenting you with 5 rounds of 8 questions as well as a bonus anagram. Themes and categories will vary, but generally you can expect a music/audio round, a general knowledge round, a classic subject round, a celebrity/pop culture round, and a connection round. Get together with your trivia team or play solo, at home or on the go, because it's Trivia Time!
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MONSTER PARTY

JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, & MATT WEINHOLD

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What happens when four Comic Con hardened sci-fi/horror fans sit around some microphones, slam down cocktails, and argue about all things monstrous? It's a podcast called Monster Party! You have been warned.
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This is the feed where you can get all the great podcasts found over at the Boards & Swords website (http://boardsandswords.com). There's the main Boards & Swords podcast, where four friends have fun talking about board games and finding a game they all like, and The Dirtbags of Holding, a RPG actual play podcast showing off the wrong way to play several different roleplaying games.
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Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.

Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.

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Words and Nerds Podcast is an entertaining and conversational podcast that aims to get inside a writer's mind. We discuss books, the social and political influences of a writer's work and how literature has the power to change the world. The podcast digs deep to bring you an in depth and sometimes humorous analysis of the author's book and its influences. Join us for a new way of looking at literature. Dani Vee your host, English teacher, podcaster, reader, book enthusiast and over-thinker. ...
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Singer-songwriter, composer, violinist, and medieval musicologist Raine Hamilton leads the way in Brave Land: the Podcast. Have you ever wondered how musicians make decisions? How bands work together? How the universe is held together with chords and harmonies? Join Raine and their bandmates Nat and Quintin as they share insights, examples, and live sections from each song of their album Brave Land. Stick around for Nerd Corner to really go deep.
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The Nerd Groove

The Nerdy Show Network

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Hosted By Dr. Vern of Sci-Fried, The Nerd Groove showcases Nerd Music: a genre that has been with us for decades, but has never really been accepted as legit. The genre has deep roots and even subgenres like Nerdcore, Chiptunes, VGM, Comedy and Parody, Filk, Geek Rock, and so on. Vern explores every corner of the Nerd Music world from the past, present, and future – highlighting the best and brightest, delving into it’s rich history, and bringing this wide-nerd word together with the music t ...
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A primarily interview-based podcast grounded in the board game hobby. By exploring the connections between board games and other mediums, Intertextual Cardboard Experience is looking to tap into some links that may not have been considered much previously. Through interesting guests, audience feedback, and general revision, there is an experiential element of this channel to grow and change in unique ways. By keeping the door open to various forms of entertainment, the myriad of possibilitie ...
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On The Metal

Oxide Computer Company

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As a part of starting Oxide Computer Company, Bryan Cantrill and Jess Frazelle decided to also create the podcast that they always wanted. Joined frequently by their boss, Steve Tuck, Bryan and Jess interview incredible guests retelling stories of adventure at the hardware/software interface. It’s unapologetically technical and as Jess says, “the nerdiest podcast on the face of the planet” -- but if you're their kind of nerd, you'll find yourself hanging on every word!
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Quizzes, informative topics, trivia game reviews, and laughs. You can find all this and more inside Trivia Rogues Podcast! Join Billy, Don, Jeff, and Shana as we take a journey through the triviasphere to become better players and better people. Trivia and game lovers of all levels can enjoy 2 shows a month while also enjoying a large selection of past episodes to take a break from their lives and laugh and relax with us!
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Do you... Like comics? Like technology? Like to nerd out talking about comics and technology??? Like to use the word "like"? The Manufictioners Club is a new way of dissecting how the gadgets and gizmos in our favorite shows, movies, and games get built. Each season takes a different fictional technology and identifies what it needs to do, who will care about it, how it could get built, and ends with how it actually gets put to use. Each episode is pure nerdy goodness. Plus, there's a Bat Ca ...
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No Instructions

I Like to Make Stuff

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Bob and Josh work A LOT at I Like To Make Stuff. The No Instructions podcast is a dedicated time for them to play with toys, build Lego sets and chat about life, kids and nerd culture. And of course, the show can often go in really random directions, because there are literally, No Instructions. So, put away your work, grab your favorite model kit, and have some designated play time.
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We are the "Words from the Nerds" podcast, and we are here to talk about Marvel, DC and Star Wars! Anything from weekly news to overall discussions on these topics. Thank you for stopping by and listening. Enjoy your stay :) https://linktr.ee/aidenhtalks
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thelifeandother4letterwords@gmail.com Politics religion sports family parenting adulting hip hop and r&b science and medicine current events we'll cover it all right while it"s happening to you and in front of you welcome to the life and other 4 letter words
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Welcome to our RPG actual play and review show; the Pocket System Podcast! Our mission is to have fun with friends and share some of these awesome pocket-sized systems with you. Whether its running games at conventions, taking a breather from a long campaign, improving storytelling skills, or introducing people to roleplaying games, pocket systems can really shine. Listen along as we dive into some of the smallest systems around & find your next favorite. Thanks for checking us out!
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Motivation Medium is now a spoken word/poetry mental health awareness podcast hosted by Amber Malone to help you overcome shame and embrace self-love. To encourage you to keep going. One day at a time. One hour at a time. One minute at a time. One second at a time. Hi! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to be here. My audios aren't perfect, but I'm a big believer in doing the best you can with what you have. If you only listen to one episode when you listen to your favorit ...
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Reptile Room Podcast

Andy Rea, Riley Jimison

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Welcome to Reptile Room Podcast! We seriously appreciate you coming along with us on this new podcast adventure. Your host, Riley Jimison is a zookeeper, reptile nerd, and podcasting junkie! Your co-host, Andy Rea is your basic 'ole boring family man that loves reptiles and is a podcasting newbie. Together we will be adding some new flavor to the reptile podcast scene by incorporating friendship, different life experiences, reptile education, and opposing opinions! Together we sincerely hope ...
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Shot2TheMoon NFT Podcast

Von Schiller and Sean Pfeiffer

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Shot2TheMoon brings you the NFT world like you’ve never heard it before. Von and Sean give a raw, uncensored and unfiltered perspective on NFT’s. While many only cover the good they also break down the bad and the ugly about some of your favorite projects. With new NFT’s popping up almost every day the space can be overwhelming to navigate. Hop on this rocket ship with Von and Sean to the moon. Sponsored by Nifted.
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Pastor resigns, people stuck on a carnival ride, a honey bun dispute, North Myrtle Beach police in hot water over wrongful arrest, a dad defends his daughter and more! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 50% on DELICIOUS treats for your best friend~ Twitter/Mewe/Parler/Gettr/Rumble/tiktok: @voicesofmisery …
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This week we explore fascinating Bigfoot encounters, analyze evidence, and discuss why this legendary creature has captivated the imaginations of so many. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode is sure to intrigue and entertain! 🦶 Join the Weirdly Obsessed podcast where they dive deep into a world of obsessions – from their own quirky…
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The world has been captivated by the recent beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake which has inspired Mandy and Lisa to take a deeper dive into the obsessions we have with celebrity drama, from it's history in the early tabloids to the current state of social media and diss tracks in 2024. Join the Weirdly Obsessed podcast where they dive deep into …
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RETRO: Shauna and Dan take a cool drink of gourd water this week as they explore the phrase Cool as a Cucumber. We learn Dan abhors cucumbers unless they've been drowned in vinegar and he dislikes some of the previous words for cucumbers. It seems some old-timey folks disliked them, too. Bonus discussion: is cereal a soup? Copyright 2024 by The Rea…
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We had a lot of stuff to talk about at the end of Episode 242 of Boards & Swords, and we decided to keep streaming live and make our "Bonus Bits" free to non-patrons as well! Enjoy this? Then check out our Patreon below! Email us your comments and questions at feedback@boardsandswords.com. We're on social media! Facebook.com/boardsandswordspod is o…
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Lying – it’s something that all humans do. Most of the lies we tell are small and harmless. But deceptive behaviour in the investment industry lowers trust and increases costs and complexity. We are deceptive for many reasons and one of them is that we can get away with it. This is because, despite what we might believe, most of us are pretty terri…
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This week, Ryan and Brian learn about international cuisine, discover more music involving cheese, and celebrate the reunion of a man and his stopwatch. Phew, that's a lot to get through in 90 minutes. Stuff to click: The Saucy Nugs Guy Primus - Sailing the Seas of Cheese Dead Milkmen - Beige Sunshine 15 Delicious Reasons to Visit Taco Bell around …
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'Big Bastard' the bear torments woman for months before killing her, Marlon Wayans sacrifices himself to the lgbtq mob, tiktok challenges get lamer and lamer, migrants throw overboard in greece, a kid gets choked by his shirt, Nerds too high and more! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 50% on DELICIOUS tr…
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Insanely talented artist and creator, Tyler Miles Lockett joins the show to talk about some upcoming projects. Tyler is creating the art for Renier Knizia’s Ichor, Lockett Studios (a really exciting project that we chat about for a bit!), and his HUGE upcoming book, Lockett Illustrated: Greek Gods and Heroes. Through a long time of traveling and cr…
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From the Carriage House at the Codman Estate in Lincoln, MA with host Richard Sher Stereo Left: Constance McCashin, Arnie Reisman, Paula Lyons Stereo Right: Tony Kahn, Francine Achbar, Barry Nolan Music: Crabgrass Round 1: Father of what? Round 2: Bluff (jupon) Round 3: Final Exams Round 4: Bluff (loof) Round 5: Honoring Dad's in Song…
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Nerds determine who is the Asshole in their weekly, live AITA episode! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 50% on DELICIOUS treats for your best friend~ Twitter/Mewe/Parler/Gettr/Rumble/tiktok: @voicesofmisery Gmail: voicesofmiserypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: voices_of_misery Discord server: voices of mise…
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Billie Lee joins Moby, Lindsay, and Bagel to discuss her comedy career, her experience transitioning, her stint on Vanderpump Rules, as well as her podcasts and new book! https://www.billieleecomedy.com/ @itsmebillielee on IG Comedy Tour: https://www.thebighappycomedytour.com/ Pre Order “Why Are You So Sensitive” — We want to hear from you! Shoot o…
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Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.For the seventh episode of series two, Nick sits down with Carly-Jay Metcalfe, author of Breath. They discuss the book, a childhood of living in hospital, surviving cancer, cystic fibrosis and a l…
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Privateer Press sold the Warmachine IP? Adepticon is changing cities? And there’s a Final Fantasy 14 TTRPG coming? Plus, Andrew Fischer from Earthborne Games (https://earthbornegames.com/) is here to talk about making board games with as little environmental impact as possible. We don’t need no stinking shrink wrap here! Join us on Discord! https:/…
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Chipotle under fire yet again, kid creates diss track about his grandma, update on the dad that drugged his daughters friends, 'trad wife' goes viral, new summer Mountain Dew flavors, big business is still all in on pride and more! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 50% on DELICIOUS treats for your best f…
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This week Shauna and Dan look at the phrase, "Close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades", which is way more modern than Dan thought. Also, Shauna points out Clydesdale horses bring their own Ugg boots to the party, while Dan notes that trebuchets are the superior siege engines. Bonus: Shippy Shippers and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for the…
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This week, Ryan and Brian analyze some music (this, this, and this), attempt to clarify when exactly this particular episode of FMI was published, and return to the NYT crosswords for what will certainly once have been a cranky Thunder Round. If you get bored (how could you?!), write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feeling philanth…
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MONSTER PARTY GIVES PASADENA ANOTHER CASE OF THE CREEPS! BUT NOT IN A CREEPY WAY. JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD, once again descend on the quiet Bavarian village of Pasadena, California, to inflict their own brand of podcast mayhem on an unsuspecting convention center. It's MONSTER PARTY vs.... MONSTERPALOOZA 2024!!!…
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Update on the man that won Miss Maryland, a teacher escorts student to abortion clinic, kilt-man update, boogeyman is real )and creepy), man loses bowels while sneezing, a topless woman joyride and more! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 50% on DELICIOUS treats for your best friend~ Twitter/Mewe/Parler/G…
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From the Charles Hotel in Cambridge, MA with host Richard Sher Stereo Left: Carolyn Faye Fox, Arnie Reisman, Paula Lyons Stereo Right: Tony Kahn, Francine Achbar, Barry Nolan Music: Rust Farm (John McGann - octave mandolin, Christy Moore - mandolin, Ras Egg - Cello) Round 1: National Scripps Spelling Bee Round 2: Bluff (griggles) Round 3: Op-errati…
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Nerds determine who is the Asshole in their weekly, live AITA episode! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 50% on DELICIOUS treats for your best friend~ Twitter/Mewe/Parler/Gettr/Rumble/tiktok: @voicesofmisery Gmail: voicesofmiserypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: voices_of_misery Discord server: voices of mise…
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Man shot in the back of the head while driving, flying spiders coming to the northeast, some new flavors for those taste buds, a man drives home in the wrong car, a messed up tattoo, lgbtq cheater is upset women aren't cheering him beating them in their sport and more! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 5…
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This week, Ryan and Brian dig into some fusion cuisine (we sincerely hope the chewing sounds aren't disgusting), learn a little more about the English horn (though not enough), and imbue two scoops of Kealoa into something of a cola war. Also, a non-NYT Thunder Round (featuring Wyna Liu's 5/14 New Yorker, Ryan McCarty's "Chasm No. 14 (Themeless)", …
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Florida couple claps in public, 'Pride Month' in full effect and the media loves it, Chris Cuomo destroyed in a debate, a sex dungeon discovered, summer movies a baby flushed down a toilet in Ihop and more! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 50% on DELICIOUS treats for your best friend~ Twitter/Mewe/Parle…
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Artist of a million different things (with many of those most recent projects being board games), Alisha Giroux joins the podcast to discuss art, board games, some neat stories about how some collaborations came to be, AI, and a whole bunch of other great insights. Check out Alisha’s work in these links below: Store Portfolio Linkpop for Instagram …
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Nerds determine who is the Asshole in their weekly, live AITA episode! Check out our amazing sponsors! nomnomcom use our code 'VOMSHOW' to save UP TO 50% on DELICIOUS treats for your best friend~ Twitter/Mewe/Parler/Gettr/Rumble/tiktok: @voicesofmisery Gmail: voicesofmiserypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: voices_of_misery Discord server: voices of mise…
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Sometimes even the act of thinking about change can stop us from making the day-to-day decisions in our lives. This episode looks at when and why we might resist the switches we ultimately know are necessary. Whether it's information overload, fear of something new, or just being too tired, there are a few ways we can boost our brain to see the sma…
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Following this week’s Variety announcement of their upcoming film ‘Tecie’, Moby, Lindsay, and Bagel are discussing their production company Little Walnut. They have invited the film’s director Mark Webber to share what made him the artist he is today. Follow Mark! @MarkWebber Tecie Announcement in Variety — We want to hear from you! Shoot over an e…
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Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.For the fifth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Sharlene Allsopp, author of The Great Undoing. They discuss the book, transforming previous texts and recontextualising history, the differ…
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