Nerd Skool
by History For Jerks
The Nerd Skool Podcast, part of the Queen City Podcast Network, began when nerd-curious Joe Hunsaker of “History for Jerks” realized that he knew more experienced nerds in his life beyond simply his former entertainment writer brother Andy. After witnessing many spirited debates between his co-workers – the Sith-identifying Arthur “ArtStar” Lovely and the “Secret Nerd” Tiffany Bryant-Jackson - he decided he wanted to learn how to become a nerd himself. The three convened the Nerd Skool to educate Joe on nerd culture and nerd media, as well as the benefits of “actually paying attention to movies.” They are soon to begin a course on Phase 3 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Episodes
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Nerdy 30: Spider-man Noir, Duo Lingo, & Substack
Art & Joe do one more Nerdy 30 to keep the podcast warm for an eventual return of TBJ and Ando. We discuss Artstar making a substack and speaking Japanese and enjoying Demons of the Shadow Realm, with a little Spider-man Noir mixed in.
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Nerdy 30: Masters of The Universe Movie
Artstar and Joe discuss the Masters of the Universe Movie and whether it truly is terrible or not, but of course as always, the convo meanders through several nerdoms including Marvel, specifically Luke Cage, Iron Fist, Defenders & Spider-Man, as well as the Newhart universe featuring Kurtwood...
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Nerdy 30: Artstar & Joe try to keep Nerd Skool going
Joe and Artstar show up to keep Nerd Skool alive, and discuss that every thing we talk about is nerdy, so instead of waiting until we're all available and ready to discuss big nerd events, we are going to try to get together and discuss all things nerdy in our lives. We talk books and movies, and...
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Analysis The group discussed the movie Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, focusing on its handling of grief and the character development of Shuri. They analyzed how the film addressed the loss of Chadwick Boseman and explored Shuri's emotional journey, including her...
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Nerdy 30: Werewolf By Night Part Two
Artstar and Joe continue the Werewolf discussion.
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Nerdy 30: Werewolf By Night Part 1
Art & Joe start talking some Werewolf by Night. Also they talk a lil D&D, a little Christopher Nolan, a lil OBS....
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Nerdy 30: Heroclix, Death by Lightning, Comic Shop Best Practices and more.
The gang continues their discussion about nerdom, and their current nerdy activities.
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Nerdy 30: The Comic Shop, Outdrawn, Transformers and more
The gang gets together for a quick Nerdy 30 about nerdy media they are currently consuming including books and youtube shows.
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She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
The Nerd Skool gang discuss the Marvel Television series, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law starring Tatiana Maslany. Listen as we discuss all things She-Hulk, its various characters, including Hulk and Skaar, while also exploring themes of nerd culture, societal expectations for women, and character...
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Thor: Love and Thunder
Nerd Skool continues the MCU timeline with a discussion of the film: Thor: Love and Thunder. We discuss the following topics and more: Confusion regarding Tessa Thompson's character's actual name. The stress of consuming the entire MCU rather than just enjoying a fim Writers writing for screen...
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Nerdy 30: Andor & Visual Art
Artstar and Joe discuss the following topics: Star Wars Franchise Expansion Discussion Traditional vs. Digital Comic Art Preserving Joy in Creative Work Artistic Inspiration and Digital Creation Digital Art Journeys: From Photoshop to Procreate Action Figures and Online Communities Art Pricing…
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Ms. Marvel TV Series
The Ms. Marvel Episode. Topics include: The She-Hulk TV series, Ms. Marvel and her origins in comics Representation in media. Avengers Video Game DLCs Ms. Marvel's Cultural Impact Kamala Khan's Mutant Evolution MCU Expansion and Inhumans Disney IP and Marvel
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Return of the Nerds
TBJ, Arstar and Joe re-convene after an unexpected Nerd Skool hiatus. We discuss some of the things that made us have to take a pause, and what has happened in the Nerd World specifically the MCU. We also end up touching a little on the great Queen Latifah, Discord, Gaming, and other random nerd...
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Nerdy 30: Alan Tudyk & Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man
Joe & Artstar, a.k.a. The Rock N Roll Express of Nerdom get together to discuss Alan Tudyk, and the new animated series on Disney Plus: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man!
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (episode 125)
The gang slowly creeps into the next MCU movie, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness starring two Benedicts. This was recorded on Debra Jo Rupp's birthday.
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Nerdy 30: Neil Gaiman Allegations (Episode 124)
Nerdy 30: Neil Gaiman Allegations (Episode 124) Artstar & Joe discuss the Neil Gaiman stuff that has been in the news and Artstar tries to separate the art from the artist. While Andy is at Sundance and TBJ is jetsetting Earth, we discuss nerdsplaining comic books vs. just enjoying the escapism.
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Return of the Jedi: Choking Hazards & Force Ghosts
Star Wars Nubes Becca and Carrington join the gang to discuss Return of the Jedi! We talk Ewoks, Boba Fett, Chewbacca being Tarzan and more!
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Villains, Nerd Sounds & Stupid Questions , A Spider-Man No Way Home Discussion (Episode 122)
Villains, Nerd Sounds & Stupid Questions , A Spider-Man No Way Home Discussion (Episode 122) Listen as we conclude our review of Spider-Man: No Way Home. In this episode, we cover the movie's plot, and the character development of Tom Holland's Spider-Man, Aunt May's role as a single parent, and...
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Batman’s Penis & Poop in a Box , A Spider-Man No Way Home Discussion (Episode 121)
Batman’s Penis & Poop in a Box , A Spider-Man No Way Home Discussion (Episode 121) A Spider-man No Way Home Discussion Joe, Andy, and Artstar continue the discussion of Spider-Man: No Way Home. Join us as we analyze the plot and character development of the Spider-Man: No Way Home movie, as well…
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Designated Haters & Class Reunions, A Spider-Man No Way Home Discussion (Episode 120)
Episode 120. Spider-Man No Way Home Part 1. Joe, TBJ, and Artstar discuss Spider-Man: No Way Home. Art and TBJ explain to Joe the significance of J. Jonah Jameson's appearance, which connects the Marvel Cinematic Universe to previous Spider-Man movies and sets up the reveal of Tobey Maguire and...
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Empire Strikes Back: Where Does Chewbacca Poop? (Episode 119)
Episode 119 of Nerd Skool Empire Strikes Back: Where Does Chewbacca Poop? Star Wars Newbies Carrington and Becca return to discuss their recent watch of Episode V: Empire Strikes Back. The discussion covers "The Empire Strikes Back" and the broader Star Wars franchise, focusing on characters,...
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Easter Balut: A Marvel Eternals Discussion
Joe is joined by TBJ and Artstar to discuss Marvel's Eternals as well as Joe's confusion between actresses Penelope Cruz and Selma Hayek. They also delve into plot inconsistencies, character motivations, and the concept of immortality. The conversation also touched on the Greek mythology and...
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Jack Hammers, Conroy Parchment & Junior Grubb ,
The team discusses various topics including the Smothers Brothers, new MCU developments including the upcoming Kraven movie, Joe’s experience at the movie theater with the wrong 3D glasses and more. TBJ gives her 30 second recap of Shang Chi. The discussion involves Awkwafina and Simu Liu and…
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Blueprint of the Basal Ganglia, A Black Widow Discussion (Episode 116)
The team discusses various topics including sports, Star Wars, and the impact of COVID-19 on the film industry. They explore fictional narratives, new Marvel characters, and storytelling intricacies within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They also cover recent MCU developments, the concept of the...
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Whining About Tosche Station Power Converters
Episode 115: Star Wars: A New Hope Discussion (Part 2). Whining About Tosche Station Power Converters Artstar, Joe and Professor Andy are joined by Carrington and Becca, two Star Wars Newbies to discuss their recent viewing of Episode IV: A New Hope, the first Star Wars Movie. Character…
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Episode 114: Star Wars: A New Hope Discussion. Chewbacca: Goofy or Pluto?
Episode 114: Star Wars: A New Hope Discussion (Part 1). Chewbacca: Goofy or Pluto? Artstar, Joe and Professor Andy are joined by Carrington and Becca, two Star Wars Newbies to discuss their recent viewing of Episode IV: A New Hope, the first Star Wars Movie. We discuss some confusion about…
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A Long Time Ago, In A Podcast Far Far Away
Episode 113: A Long Time Ago, In A Podcast Far Far Away Professor Andy, Artstar and Joe are joined by a new pupil, Carrington, who “knows nothing about” Star Wars, but loves anime and is a cosplayer. The group shared their experiences and perceptions of the Star Wars franchise, including...
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Heroes Con 2024 Recap
Episode 112: Heroes Con 2024 Recap The Nerd Skool crew recaps their recent panel presentations at Charlotte’s Heroes Con. Also, the nerds engage in a light-hearted conversation about shared experiences from the con and explore potential ideas for future guest creators and experts we met. Mentions...
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GOJIRA (Episode 111)
This week Nerd Skool Discusses Professor Ando's summer movie pick: Gojira Andy leads a discussion about the 1954 Japanese film 'Gojira' and its Americanized version, which he introduced as an influential film in the kaiju genre. Andy, Joe, Art, and Tiffany engage in a discussion about the…
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Nerdy 30: The Origins of The TBJ & Artstar Rivalry (Ep 110)
Artstar and TBJ dive into the beginnings of their nerd rivalry or animosity.
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Nerdy 30: MCU Check In (Ep 109)
Nerd Skool does a quick Nerdy 30 to check in on what's up with the MCU, and what may or may not be included now in the MCU and whether or not it affects the Nerd Skool curriculum.
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WRECK IT RALPH (episode 108)
This week, we talk Wreck It Ralph, TBJ's pick. TBJ explains that Disney is it's own nerdom, while we all reminisce about old video game characters like Q-Bert and Dig Dug. Andy wonders about current day arcades and what shenanigans may happen in them. Artstar is sexy.
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PROFESSOR MARSTON AND THE WONDER WOMEN
Episode 107: PROFESSOR MARSTON AND THE WONDER WOMEN Nerd Skool Polycule. The Nerd Skool continues the break from the MCU and Artstar picked PROFESSOR MARSTON AND THE WONDER WOMEN to be the movie they cover. TBJ gives her speedy summary, Andy compares everything to pro wrestling, Art tells us why…
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Comic Book Chronicles: Unveiling the Origins: Dr. Occult
Episode 106: Comic Book Chronicles: Unveiling the Origins: Dr. Occult In this new subseries of Nerd Skool, Joe presents a character history to Artstar. We’re calling it Comic Book Chronicles: Unveiling the Origins. This episode: Dr. Occult & Rose Psychic! We talk about the All-Star Squadron, The...
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Comic Book Chronicles: Unveiling the Origins: Dan Dunn, Secret Operative 48
Comic Book Chronicles: Unveiling the Origins: Dan Dunn, Secret Operative 48 In this new subseries of Nerd Skool, Joe presents a character history to Artstar. We’re calling it Comic Book Chronicles: Unveiling the Origins, thanks to Chat GPT. This episode: Dan Dunn, Secret Operative #48! Dan Dunn…
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Blacula
Episode 104: BLACULA The Nerd Skool takes a break from the MCU and Joe picked Blacula to be the movie they cover. Listen as we jump into the topic of Blaxploitation, TBJ explains what the Bechdel test is, We discuss TBJ becoming Veep, homophobia in 70’s media, TBJ gives a quick summary of…
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Artstar & Joe Talk Comics & Games
Episode 103: Artstar and Joe talk comic books and other nerd stuff. Topics Joe & Art discuss include: Deadpool The Thunderbolts Detective Comics Action Comics Disney Plus Netflix Echo Daredevil Kingpin Vincent D'Onofrio Iman Vellani Leondardo DiCaprio as Cyclops Hugh Jackman vs. Keanu Reeves Jury...
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Spider-man Far From Home Part 2
Episode 102: Spider-man Far From Home Part 2 The Nerd Skool finishes up Spider-man Far From Home & Phase Three of the MCU. Topics Covered include: The believability of the Mysterio Illusion Tom & Zendaya’s romance The Baltimore Ravens Isaiah Likely’s comparison to Artstar The Nerd Skool’s...
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Episode 101: Spider-man Far From Home Part 1
Episode 101: Spider-man Far From Home Part 1, The Nerd Skool jumps into Spider-man Far From Home! Topics Covered include: Tom Wilkinson & Robert Guillaume deaths A new Debra Jo Rupp Podcast Idea TBJ’s take on drug affects Underoo Complaints Superman Pride Logos What makes Superman Super? Copcar...
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Episode 100: End Game Part 3, Party Hats & The Sisterhood of the Traveling Badassery
Episode 100: End Game Part 3, Party Hats & The Sisterhood of the Traveling Badassery TheNerd Skool finishes Endgame! Topics Covered include: Kang and the problematic behavior of Jonathan Majors Thanos as the big bad TBJ having all the feels Hawkeye being crappy TBJ is the only one of the Nerd…
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Episode 99: End Game Part 2, Peanut Butter & Gunavian Jelly
The Nerd Skool contiues Endgame! Random sidetracks include: RussoBrothers, Peanut Butter sandwiches, Paul Rudd in Clueless, Gwyneth Paltrow in Glee likes to sell candles that smell like vaginas, huey Lewis, TBJ hates Pepper and Tony as a couple, Joe loves Hawkeye’s wife because she was in Freaks…
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Episode 98: Avengers Endgame Part 1: Hailee Steinfeld, Jared Leto & The Wu Tang Clan
The Nerd Skool jumps into Endgame! Random sidetracks include: Artstar hates Jared Leto. Jeff Bridges is Rooster Cogburn 2.0 TBJ knows Hailee Steinfeld from Pitch Perfect. Wu Tang Clan is into comic books. Joe gets the Russo Brothers, the Farrelly Brothers and the Cohen Brothers mixed up. The...
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Episode 97: Captain Marvel Finale
The Nerd Skool finishes up Captain Marvel. Joe recaps his assignment to watch Room with Brie Larsen and tells the faculty what he thinks of Brie Larsen now. The gang discuss the fact that Lashana Lynch is British and plays 007, which causes a side discussion of James Bond and misogyny and the...
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Episode 96: Captain Marvel (part 2)
Andy is back so we really jump into Captain Marvel. Joe fulfills his homework requirement TBJ gave him to look up the Brie hate on the interwebs. Joe & Art bring the breaking news of poo at the NY Comic Con, and Art asks Professor Ando how often he thinks of the Roman Empire.
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Episode 95: Captain Marvel
The Professor is sick, so the TA's take over and class jumps into 2019's Captain Marvel starring Brie Larson, directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck. Of course we barely get into the movie because of all the side tracks. TBJ continues to try to sell Art's thigh meat on Only Fans and more!
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Episode 94: Only Professors in the Building
On this episode of The Nerd Skool, TBJ, Artstar and Professor Andy get together without Joe to discuss the direction of nerdom and other random bits.
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Episode 93: Antman & Wasp part 2 with Johnny Shields with Beer City Comic Con
The Nerd Skool finishes up Antman & Wasp with Johnny Shields from Beer City Comic Con in Ashville, North Carolina! Listen and find out all about Asheville’s coolest comic and science convention. Then listen to Johnny join us to finish up discussing Antman & Wasp, where we discuss Ulyssys S.…
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Episode 92: Antman & Wasp part 1
The Nerd Skool leaps into Antman & Wasp while sidetracking about Jim Carrey movies, Terence Stamp, Peyton Reed, Milestone Generations, Pee Wee Herman, Only Murders In The Building, Salena Gomez, Kat Dennings’ Cleavage, Hoopla, Marvel Snap, MLB The Show, Taylor Swift as Dazzler, Of course when…
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Episode 91: Infinity War Final
The Nerd Skool finally finishes up Infinity War with some emotions regarding Thanos and Gamora. Artstar explains his intention to finish the Clone Wars prior to consuming Ashoka. The team discusses the conclusion of Infinity War with Dr. Strange, Iron Man, Spider-man, Peter Quill, Groot, Thor,...
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Episode 90: Special Guests: The Black Power Rangers Comedy Tour
Artstar and Joe are joined this week by Wills Maxwell and Jordan Centry of the Black Power Rangers Comedy Tour to talk Nerd Stuff including Youtuber Drama, The MCU, and of course the Power Rangers. Get your Nerdskool Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/74089719?asc=u Music by D Jones Hip Hop!
About this show
The Nerd Skool Podcast, part of the Queen City Podcast Network, began when nerd-curious Joe Hunsaker of “History for Jerks” realized that he knew more experienced nerds in his life beyond simply his former entertainment writer brother Andy. After witnessing many spirited debates between his co-workers – the Sith-identifying Arthur “ArtStar” Lovely and the “Secret Nerd” Tiffany Bryant-Jackson - he decided he wanted to learn how to become a nerd himself. The three convened the Nerd Skool to educate Joe on nerd culture and nerd media, as well as the benefits of “actually paying attention to movies.” They are soon to begin a course on Phase 3 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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History For Jerks