Nerds of Culture #54 Tony Weaver Jr. Talks Weirdo + Why We Lionize Anime & Manga

Today's episode we we'll be talking to writer, voice actor, and IG legend, Tony Weaver Jr about his graphic novel -- Weirdo, as well growing up a black nerd, advocating for mental health, fighting back against hate, and pushing for acceptance for all. This, and much more to come! Check out Tony's graphic novel Weirdo here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250772862/weirdo/ Follow Tony on socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyweaverjr/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tonyweaverjr Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/tonyweaverjr Website: https://www.tonyweaverjr.com/ 🔴 Help support the channel by donating here: https://streamlabs.com/blerdwithoutfear 🔴 Get 33% off your 1-Year Subscription at @GlobalComix by using my special link AND my promo code, and you'll get to read their entire digital comics library that includes DC, Image Comics, Dynamite Comics, Boom Studios!, Vault Comics, ONI Press, AWA, and more! Link: https://globalcomix.page.link/GCXBLERD Promo Code: GCXBLERDWITHOUTFEAR If you enjoy this? You're gonna wanna check out my homie Robo at: https://www.youtube.com/@LeftFace https://www.twitch.tv/leftfacetv https://www.threads.net/@leftfacetv https://www.tiktok.com/@leftfacetv You can also find The Nerds of Culture on Threads! https://www.threads.net/@nerdsofculture.pod INTRO VIDEO: ⁠⁠⁠ @LeftFace ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@UCu3rQQ-akTr-dHsvHlfNoEA INTRO MUSIC: COMMA$ by Curtis Roach https://youtu.be/O9bAKxJd_V8