Nerdy Romantics Podcast

THIS REVIEW CONTAINS SPOILERS! We've got the whole gang here to talk about season 4 of the Netflix TV show Bridgerton. In this part 1 we talk expectations for the show, the main couple, and some other couples we saw this season. TOPICS WE DISCUSS:Were we excited for Season 4?Lady Whistledown reveal aftermathThe elusive Daphne and the DukeUpstairs/Downstairs Trope and Cinderella re-tellingThe mystery of Sophie's pastThe Mistress "title"The most unbelievable version of the miscommunication tropeThe side storiesFrancesca and JohnMarcus and VioletQueen Charlotte and Lady DanburyShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Tanvier Peart talks about her rugby romance One Knight's Stand, the first in the Buffalo Steele rugby romance series, and nerdy female MCs, thick thighs, and why friends to lovers is not her jam. She also gives us a long list for our TBRs. No spoilers, so hang out with us!TOPICS WE DISCUSS:The Buffalo Steel Rugby Series - why rugby?Trope talk: no friends-to-lovers?Miriam is the Blerd we loveThe characters we love to seeThe rugby world: nicknamesTanvier's UniverseWriting across romance genresWhy we need to be one of Tanvier's PatronsOur Threads ConnectionBlack sports romance - Where are we?Rapid Fire QuestionsWhere we can find TanvierShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

We weren't surprised when Wonder Man got a season 2. On this episode find out why we think so, including our ratings for the season. Topics we Discuss:Wonder Man in the ComicsSimon's family dynamicBen Kingsley as Trevor Slattery, aka Simon's buddyThe agent and the rest of the great castTrevor Slattery in the MCU. Who is he, again?Cameos!Scheduling mishaps, but bingeable TVStar RatingsWonder Man in Avengers Doomsday?Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Staci, Marcie and I (Y. M. Nelson) didn't know anything about this Marvel character going in, nor did we know about the series. But we were filled with wonder (I know, bad pun) at this highly entertaining series. Hear what we have to say about this great show. This review of Marvel's Wonder Man has spoilers.TOPICS WE DISCUSS:First impressions/how we found out about this showOverall thoughts/First Episode Fake-OutMeta Actor shows (aka the Entourage talk)Government Control and Surveillance for ... what exactly?The Doorman Clause as a fear policyJosh Gadd/The Doorman episodeSeries PacingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson shares her best books, movies, and TV that celebrate the nerdy and the romantic. She delves into superhero, sci-fi, fantasy, and romance genres to pick the best reads, listens and watches of the year.Best Books of 2025Curvy Girl SummerLosing SightChildren of Blood and BoneCan't Get EnoughOnly for the WeekMy release for 2025: The Accidental ProposalBest Movies of 2025SinnersSavvy Sheldon Feels Good as HellSupermanThe Fantastic Four: First StepsThunderbolts*Honorable Mention: Captain America: Brave New WorldBest Nerdy TV showsStar Trek Discovery, S5Superman & Lois, S3The ResidenceIronheartEyes of WakandaThe PenguinShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

 Jen and host Y. M. Nelson recommend 7 holiday romances for 2025 that will keep you in the holly jolly spirit. Y. M. Nelson also has an announcement for a new mini-series in the new year! Books We Recommend:Single and Ready to Jingle by Piper RayneBrown Sugar this Christmas by Lula WhiteNot So Merry in Maldives by Mia HeintzelmanWrapped by Rebekah WeatherspoonA Man for Mrs. Claus by Rebekah WeatherspoonThe Ex-mas Breakup by Zoe YorkIn the Spirit by Shannon StaceyBook Lovers! New Mini-series in 2026Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson hosts the second part of a review of the Fantastic Four: First Steps with guests Marcie and Perry. They talk an award-worthy performance of Sue Storm, the Richards' kid, Villains in the 828, and rate the movie with a star rating.Topics We DiscussSacrificing too much for the greater goodSuperhero movies and award worthy performancesCity comes together with Mr. Elder (that rhymed!) The VillainsHow to beat a villain (and get to 616)The Mid-credit and Post credit scenesShout out to HerbieWe rate The Fantastic FourShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson hosts a deep dive into the Marvel movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps. She and guests Perry and Marcie discuss the fantastic four characters, movie pacing, and why this is the best version of them all.TOPICS:How did we discover /first watch the movie?What was with the "Jetsons" look?Character Portrayls: Mr. Fantastic and othersThe rest of the Fantastic Four: Ben, Johnny and SueFave charactersStoryline in the movieShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson hosts the continuing discussion of Thunderbolts. She and Jen, Perry and Marcie talk about female led Marvel movies, depression and grief, standout characters in a fun ensemble cast, and we give the movie a star rating.TOPICS WE DISCUSS:Marketing Thunderbolts*A Greenlit surpriseStandout characters in the Thunderbolts* ensembleThe Thunderbolts v. ValentinaBob aka The Sentry/The Void and depressionPerry clears up some comic book confusion about SentryPost credit scene explained and other fun thingsStar ratingIf you are dealing with suicidal thoughtsShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Jen, Perry, Marcie and host Y. M. Nelson talk about why Thunderbolts* was a great character study in a superhero disguise.TOPICS WE DISCUSS:Perry's UpdateFirst thoughts on Thunderbolts*/viewing experienceIs this the connector movie we needed?The Reluctant Hero TropeThe dramatic side of the movieFamily relationships: Yelena and AlexiMarketing and reception of Thunderbolts*Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen continue to review and then rate James Gunn’s version of Superman. In this episode, we talk about the “Justice Gang” – Mr. Terrific, Guy Gardner, and Hawkgirl – Superman’s posse, and we talk about the Daily Planet gang – notably Lois, Perry, Jimmy and Steve – Clark Kent’s posse. We also give this one a star rating.Topics We Discuss:Secondary Characters: The Justice GangPeacemaker tie-inThe "Justice Gang" make up: Guy Garnder, Hawkgirl, and Mr. TerrificNext in the DCUDCU and multiverses explainedThe Daily Planet crew: Lois, Perry, Jimmy and the newsroomEaster Eggs in SupermanStar ratingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen review James Gunn's version of Superman. We went political, we went comic book, we went totally nerdy with this review of the new DCU iteration. This was one lively discussion you can't miss.Topics We Discuss:How excited were we about James Gunn's Superman?A Comic Book Feel - The James Gunn EffectThe Origin Story OmissionIf you know the story, why are you upset that Superman is called an immigrant?The Superman message plot lineEerie real-world similarities ... that no one seemed to talk aboutSuperman's relationship to LoisPower, Knowledge, and ResponsibilityLois, Superman, and the whole hidden identity thingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Staci and host Y. M. Nelson wrap up discussion of this YA fantasy with a little politics, world building, and look ahead to what the movie version of this book may entail. We finish our review with a Goodreads rating.Topics we discuss:0:47 When magic means power - The politics of the story9:13 The politics of the book - The Author's Note15:23 The World of Children of Blood and Bone21:50 Musing on the movie version30:24 The audiobook experience33:49 GoodReads ratingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson and guest Staci discuss the folklore, the appeal, and the plot of the best selling fantasy Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi.Topics we discuss:First impressions of the bookThe lack of African folklore in American cultureZelie and the heroine's journeyRacism and Colorism in Children of Blood and BoneGrowing into a leader - The reluctant hero tropeComing of Age for other main characters and their arcsHow the premise-getting magic back-fits in with the storyShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Jen G and host Y. M. Nelson recommend books that will scare you, or if you prefer, that will make you feel cozy while drinking your pumpkin spice latte and cuddling in your sweater. We also pay tribute to two romance authors we lost this summer: Carla Luna, who was also a guest on the show, and Twyla Turner.Books we Discuss:1:05 A Personal Moment: In Memorium - Carla Luna and Twyla Turner6:59 Jen's new podcast and Bootcamp10:39 Blood Bond by Elle Beauregard13:16 You Can Make Me by R. L. Merrill17:26 Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma21:05 Honorable Mention: Blood Moon by Brittany S. Lewis23:10 Haunted Ever After by Jen DeLuca26:18 Witchful Thinking by Celestine Martin33:40 There's Pumpkin About You by Athena Carstairs39:01 Eat. Pray, Hex by Tara Lush (Cozy Mystery)Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Staci, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson talk the secondary characters of Ironheart, including a long-awaited surprise character, and give the show a Goodreads star rating.Topics we discuss:The timing of Riri's storyThe Hood, aka Parker Robbins and his crewMagic in the Neighborhood - Zelma, Madeline, and ... Dr. Strange?The SURPRISE GUESTJoe, aka Ezekiel Stane, aka Iron MongerGoodReads ratingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson and guests Marcie and Staci talk about the Marvel TV series Ironheart. All of us had something to say about Riri Williams and her status as a legacy hero. And in light of the censorship and extortion of Jimmy Kimmel, what I say about a certain media company's IP is particularly relevant right now. Topics discussed:How we found the show and the controversy around thatRotten Tomatoes Review bombingAre we "Marvel-ed out"?Tech mixes with magicRiri Williams was annoyingN.A.T.A.L.I.E. - friend, foe, or Terminator?Has Riri changed since Wakanda Forever?Why the "Ironheart is bad" argument doesn't workShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

We wrap up our discussion of Superman and Lois with a chat about season 4, the final season of the series. We talk about the correlation between the Death of Superman comic and  the show, villains Lex Luthor and Doomsday, the last episode, and we give this one a GoodReads rating.Topics We Discuss:1:30 Lex Luthor10:29 Doomsday v. Superman12:12 A rushed ending23:55 The Clark Kent reveal to the world31:42 Kids with superpowers35:28 Where is Superman and Lois in the Arrowverse?40:44 The Last Episode55:08 GoodReads ratingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

In this episode Y. M. Nelson and guest Perry C. discuss the reasons why season 3 of Superman and Lois was the most real of the CW Arrowverse.Topics We Discuss:01:55 The Death of Superman and the Doomsday character05:29 Season 3 highlights12:35 Superman and Lois in the comics15:22 The new Johnathan Kent24:23 The CW teen show dynamic31:47 The Lois and Clark romance47:36 Season 3 villain: Bruno Manheim57:21 Pia Manheim and the family dynamic1:00:09 Clark confronts EmmettShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

 We give YOU, season 5 some of the lowest ratings we have ever given anything. Find out why we did that. Also hear what we had to say about the one bright spot in this season, Amanda Camp as Reagan and Maddie, and why she should get an Emmy nod. Topics we discuss:The Lockwoods and twins Reagan and MaddieHenry, Joe's sonThe final episode of YOUGoodreads star ratingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

In part 1 of this review, Dana, Staci, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson rip apart season 5 of YOU, the final season of the Netflix thriller show based on the Carolina Kepnes series of books.Topics we discuss:Our initial expectationsJoe Goldberg, the impossible white manToo much unbelievable storyWhy S5 should have been shorterEpisode 8, the return of Joe's past lovesShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson, Staci, Perry and Marcie talk about the online controversy that surrounded Captain America: Brave New World (and why it's not worth talking about to real Marvel fans), characters we wanted to see more of, and we rate the movie with a Goodreads star rating.Topics we discussed01:21 The Captain America: Brave New World Controversy14:25 Casting Controversy18:28 Characters we wanted more of20:27 Post-Credits scene review and explanation30:41 Goodreads RatingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Marcie, and Perry review Captain America: Brave New World. They talk story pacing, Eternals and Incredible Hulk, and they wonder why all of this is in a Captain America movie. Did you have questions, too? We get those answered on this episode!Topics we discuss:01:50 The Theater Experience06:23 Story Pacing15:05 Eternals, Red Hulk, and ... Wakanda?25:11 The Tie-In movie feel29:30 Tie-In versus more Captain America: What are we missing?36:55 One more thing about The Eternals 40:00 Joaquin as the new Falcon - a missed opportunityShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

 Join Jen, Carla, and me Y. M. Nelson as we recommend romance books that are perfect for a beach vacation. These reads range from sweet to red hot and everything in between. Find your next book summer fling here. Some Books we recommend:Forrest for the Trees by Kilby BladesOnly Mostly Dead by AlliTempleJewel Me Twice by Charish ReidOnly for the Week by Natasha BishopWe even name drop Danielle Allen and shamlessly plug RRAW and Black Romance Book Fest!See all of Carla Luna's books at https://www.carlalunabooks.com/Schedule a session with Jen Graybeal at https://jengraybeal.comFind most of these books we recommend at https://bookshop.org/lists/books-from-the-nerdy-romantics-podcast/edit * Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson interviews author Camille Baker after the release of her debut novel Have We Met? We talk about career choices, character muses and gush about our fave romance reads and tropes. Baker's book is fun while also dealing with the death of a loved one and showing representation for the deaf community.Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Author Paulette Stout talks with host Y. M. Nelson about her latest novel in the Bold Journeys series, What We Give Away. This novel dives deep into American diet culture and why weight is not an indicator of health. It also brings readers a delightful second chance romance, with all the steam and the slow burn you love in a Paulette Stout novel. Join our conversation as we discussMain character LeslieAunt Dot and her inspirationRisto the chefmedia representations of larger bodiesKellan Reed and office diet culture concernsShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Marcie, Staci and host Y. M. Nelson continue their discussion of Star Trek Section 31. They analyze other characters, talk about the show's future, and give this one a Goodreads rating.This action-packed movie follows Emperor Georgiou as she joins the secretive Section 31, a covert division tasked with doing Starfleet's "dirty work"—all while facing the ghosts of her past. But does it merit a series or even a sequel?We discuss:🌌 Pan and Philippa's relationship📍 The Cast of Characters: what do we think?⭐ Final verdict – We rate it using the Goodreads star system!🔮 Bonus: A couple of Easter EggsIf you're a Trekkie, a sci-fi movie lover, or just wondering if Star Trek: Section 31 is worth your time, check out this review and then like, comment, and subscribe for more nerdy and romantic episodes.Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Is Star Trek: Section 31 a must-watch sci-fi movie or a Trek spin-off flop? 🤔 In this episode, host Y. M. Nelson and guest cohosts Marcie and Staci give their honest review of this highly anticipated Star Trek film starring Michelle Yeoh as Emperor Philippa Georgiou. WARNING: This episode is full of spoilers!This action-packed movie follows Georgiou as she joins the secretive Section 31, a covert Starfleet division tasked with protecting the United Federation of Planets—all while facing the ghosts of her past. But does it live up to the hype?We discuss:🖖 Michelle Yeoh’s performance – Does she steal the show?🚀 The story pacing – Engaging or uneven and too fast?🌌 The ensemble cast – Standouts and weak links🔮 Future predictions – Where could the story go next?Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

 Listen to why I thought THE PENGUIN TV series on Max was more of a mafia-gangster drama than a live-action superhero show. Stick around for what I rated it and why. Topics Discussed01:33 The Penguin as a gangster series08:13 Who is Oswald Cobb?15:07 Gotham City as a character19:07 Sophia Falcone Gigante23:46 Easter eggs and a Goodreads ratingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Jen G. And host Y. M. Nelson continue the discussion of Star Trek Discovery Season 5, including rating the series and the season.Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson and guest Jen G. geek out about the last season of Star Trek: Discovery in this part 1 of 2. We talk relationships, the franchise, action-adventure plot of the season. *WARNING: We will spoil Star Trek: Discovery (all seasons, especially 3 and 5) and Star Trek: The Next Generation, S6, Ep. 20 - "The Chase"Topics We discuss:  Star Trek Discovery Season 5 Overview (SPOILER ALERT)The Action-Adventure Mystery of Season Why Discovery is a different kind of TrekThe Michael and Booker Love Story (and Moll and L'Ak as a foil)The progenitor's view of Michael v. her ownCulber's spiritual evolutionShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Host Y. M. Nelson and author and guest Perry C. talk about what they loved about the continuing series X-Men '97 and what they look forward to in the upcoming seasons.Topics we discuss:Cyclops character changeAnimation style changesNightcrawlerStorm and GambitAdult-friendly dialogueWhy continuation works here instead of a rebootWeek-to-Week formatEPISODE FIVE(!)Rogue's originsSneak PeeksPunk Storm and character historyThe politics of X-MenWhere will the store goRacismEaster EggsGoodreads ratingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

 Host Y. M. Nelson, guest cohost Jen G., and author Carla Luna share the books that they're excited to read (or re-read) this holiday season. We  recommend romance reads for your winter holidays from every romance subgenre including, contemporary, sci-fi, historical, and paranormal. This episode is spoiler-free, so get ready to add to your eReaders, your library hold list, or your list for your next Barnes and Noble run because we've got you! Books byRaquel HenryCarla LunaSarah KuhnSarah RaaschEliana WestMia HeintzelmanRaAnne ThayneHeatherly BellEva MooreKelly FarmerShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

If you watched Supercell S1, join in the second half of our discussion when we talk more about the characters stories and rate the series. Don't forget to tell a nerdy friend! Topics we discuss:Just right viewingMichael as a communicator and … a leader?Sickle Cell, X-Men, and the “otherness” of mutationSurveillance and CCTV as a characterPeople are disappearing, especially people of colorThe quintessential making of a superhero: Loss.The Portal: what was with that?Supacell’s Statement about Black people in the healthcare systemThe Love Stories of SupacellOther superhero shows and movies not from a Comic BookWe rate Supacell the Goodreads wayShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson, host, and guests Stacie and Marcie review the newest superhero/sci-fi hit show on Netflix: Supacell. Supacell is a superhero show set in South London, England that imagines what if the sickle cell gene mutated and instead held superpower instead of sickness? We talk about why we were drawn to the show and other topics such as:How we found the showHaving a mostly Black cast on a superhero showComparing this to other superhero shows and movies that are more mainstreamThe main characters and their various stories as they discover their superpowersShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson talks about her steamy sequel to The Accidental Swipe -- The Accidental Proposal - in this episode recorded live on YouTube. She talks The Captain America shirt scene and realityNerdy Easter EggsHow I saw these booksThe story behind SporgiThe supporting Accidental castJason's privileged friendshipsCeleste as a supporting characterAccidental Book 3 ExclusiveExclusive spinoff series news!More exclusive news: A Secret Second Chances glow-upShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Do you love Romance novels?Great! But wait ...Do you also love nerd pop culture?Like, do you have an opinion about the MCU or Zach Snyder’s Justice League?Or maybe you get excited about a new Star Trek or Star Wars installment?Or perhaps you’re always looking for … “the precious”?If you wish there was a podcast channel where you could hear about all of these, then Nerdy Romantics Podcast is it. My name is Y. M. Nelson, and I review romance, sci-fi, and fantasy novels, shows, and movies. Sometimes with guests!I also have a newsletter where I talk about my own novels and nerdy and romantic recommendations.So subscribe to the podcast and get your fix of Nerdy Romantic goodness!Wait… That didn’t come out right. Subscribe to Nerdy Romantics Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening!Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

The fun continues with our discussion of Bridgerton S3! Y. M. Nelson and friends continue our talk about the Shondaland historic romance series, featuring couple Penelope and Colin (Polin). Listen to our take on Benedict and the other story lines, and find out what we rated this season.Included in this discussion: 00:03:12 Comment on Polin! 00:05:16 Comment below on Romancing Mr. Bridgerton!00:05:37 Other Characters' Storylines00:13:13 Benedict's story00:32:45 How we watched this SPLIT season00:48:20 What do we want to see in S4?01:09:56 Goodreads rating#booktubeShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson and friends talk everything Polin in part 1 of this review of Netflix's Bridgerton, season 3. This historical romance show from the Julia Quinn books has us discussing perceptions, character struggles, and being in love in this fictional 19th century London ton.We discuss the following topics:Polin (Penelope and Colin's ship name): Expectations v. what we sawPolin's lack of seductionColin v. Lord DublinPenelope as a character and EloiseEloise is a bad friendLady Whistledown revealed ... or is she?A Million little ... storiesTheories on the "epilogue"Who is Colin now, and do we like him?Overall rating (Based on Goodreads' 5-star rating)#booktubeShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Tati Richardson asks host Y. M. Nelson what makes the themes of The Accidental Proposal more serious and heavier than The Accidental Swipe.  What do readers have to look forward to in The Accidental Proposal? And what made Y. M. Nelson want to put Jason and fortune through this?Also, for those that want to know why we didn't see as much of certain characters, you will get an explanation here.*Note* This was previously a premium episode for my Nerdy Romantics Community. Instead of premium episodes, we are doing more things there that reflect … well, community! Plus, we’re giving away some pretty exclusive stuff. It’s all for the fans who want to interact with each other. So, join us! https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membershipTell us if you like  having more than 1 episode a month from Nerdy Romantics Podcast! Send us a text message (link below)Take our poll on your provider (if available)or email us at mailto:[email protected] us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Host Y. M. Nelson and guests wrap up the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever review with a discussion of several more topics before each giving a rating on this Marvel comics movie.We talk everything from Namor to women in Wakanda to colonialism in this lively review of the Marvel sequel. Some topics we discuss:The role of women in Black Panther: Wakanda ForeverStorylines and screentimeNamor's world and him as an anti-heroEaster Eggs and little things of noteOverall rating (Based on Goodreads' 5-star rating)*Note* This was previously a premium episode for my Nerdy Romantics Community. Instead of premium episodes, we are doing more things there that reflect … well, community! Plus, we’re giving away some pretty exclusive stuff. It’s all for the fans who want to interact with each other. So, join us! https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membership#marvel #movietubeShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

 Y. M. Nelson and Nerdy Romantics guests Staci, Dana, Corey, Perry, and Marcie talk all things Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. This discussion was a lively one where we touched on several topics that this rich movie and the franchise had to offer.  We talk everything from Namor to women in Wakanda to colonialism in this lively review of the Marvel sequel. Some topics we discuss: Our first experiences with the first Black PantherOur impressions and first thoughts about what the second Black Panther would be Chadwick Boseman's passing and the future of the Black Panther character (*spoilers)The societal issues brought up in this movieThe role of women in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever*Note* This was previously a premium episode for my Nerdy Romantics Community. Instead of premium episodes, we are doing more things there that reflect … well, community! Plus, we’re giving away some pretty exclusive stuff. It’s all for the fans who want to interact with each other. So, join us! https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membershipTell us if you like  having more than 1 episode a month from Nerdy Romantics Podcast! Send us a text message (link below)Take our poll on your provider (if available)or email us at mailto:[email protected]#movietube #marvel #moviereview #movieratingShow us some love with a text!Shop our Bookshop Book ListsLooking for a book we mentioned on the show? Check out my booklists at Bookshop.org.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Listen as Y. M. Nelson goes through all 10 episodes of Season 3 of Star Trek Picard and point sout the Easter Eggs and nostalgic moments she saw.  These moments will make #startrek fans giddy and nostalgic long after the season is over.This episode contains SPOILERS of Star Trek Picard, Season 3, since I go through every episode.3:42 Episode One10:28 Episode Two13:09 Episode Four18:07 Episode Five21:36 Episode Six27:45 Episode Seven31:06 Episode Eight36:17 Episode Nine43:01 Episode TenHave an Easter egg that she forgot? Comment here or on the webpage for this episode with the Easter eggs that you saw? Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

My group of guests continue discussing the limited series inspired by Bridgerton, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story in this part 2 episode.  We talk relationships, story-building, and give it a Goodreads rating among other topics.As in all of our review chats, there are spoilers of the series and the books (Bridgerton, S1-S2; Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story novel by Julia Quinn & Shonda Rimes), so be warned before you listen.We talked about:Lady Danbury v. Princess AugustaShonda Rhimes storytelling technique and signature touchesLady Whistledown narrationClothes, makeup and HAIRLighting LoveThe Music"Sorrows, Sorrows, Prayers"Lord and Lady Danbury's homeThe Little DetailsOur Goodreads rating for the series*Note* This was previously a premium episode for my Nerdy Romantics Community. Instead of premium episodes, we are doing more things there that reflect … well, community! Plus, we’re giving away some pretty exclusive stuff. It’s all for the fans who want to interact with each other. So, join us! https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membershipTell us if you like  having more than 1 episode a month from Nerdy Romantics Podcast! Send us a text message (link below)Take our poll (if available)or email us at mailto:[email protected] us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

I had a full contingent once again of guest hosts to discuss the limited series inspired by Bridgerton, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Our conversation was just as lively as the show itself! None of us could get enough of this series. Here what we had to say in part 1 of Queen Charlotte, a show chat.Topics we discuss:  •  01:48 Facts and Fiction (specifically Bridgerton fiction)  •  08:21 Our impressions and first thoughts about Queen Charlotte  •  20:08 The stories of 3 marriages and 3 ladies who have “lived”  •  27:09 The grandeur of the show that is costumes and makeup  •  36:12 King George's responsibility, being a Queen and "the Great Experiment"  •  52:33 Brimsley and Reynolds’ relationship Join the community! https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membershipShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

For the first time in Nerdy Romantics Podcast history, I am going on hiatus for 2 months! But I won't leave you without episodes.I am releasing formerly premium episodes weekly during July (and some in August). These will include:Queen Charlotte show chat part 1 and 2Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Easter EggsBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever (parts 1 and 2)and more!Tell us if you like  having more than 1 episode a month from Nerdy Romantics Podcast! Send us a text message (link below)Take our poll (if available)or email us at mailto:[email protected]#booktube #movietubeShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Did you think it was all over after  Avengers Endgame? Well, it's not. Y. M. Nelson and Perry Constantine of Superhero Cinephiles podcast review and rate the Marvel Comics MCU movies that came out in 2023.SPOILER ALERT: We will spoil all of these superhero films! We review and rate the following amazing Marvel Comics Superhero movies Antman and the Wasp: QuantumaniaThe MarvelsSpiderman: Across the SpiderverseGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3Join us as we talk about your favorite (and controversial) characters from Monica Rambeau to Miles Morales to Kang to Antman. We even talk about an X-Man or two!#movietube #marvelShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Host Y. M. Nelson interviews Geneva Lee, author of Filthy Rich Fae, book 1 of her new Filthy Rich Fae Series. We talk romantasy, the royals, and why Lachlan Gage and the rest of her leading men are what she's dubbed "Cinnamon Roll Alphas". We even get into some of Geneva's nerdy tendencies, which is of course why I knighted her an official nerdy romantic!Topics we discussHow Filthy Rich Vampires grew from her love of TwilightWorld building and how real are her settings?Lachlan Gage as the bad boy cinnamon roll alpha maleStrong, independent female main characters that can stand toe-to-toe with their heroesNerdy tendencies (She's a Trekkie, y'all!)And a couple of writer tips and inspoShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

As we move into the 2024 summer movie season, host  Y. M. Nelson and Perry Constantine of Superhero Cinephiles podcast talk about the DC and Marvel movies that came out in 2023.  In this episode we review the DCEU moviesThe Flash (2023)Blue BeetleAquaman 2: The Lost KingdomShazam! 2: Fury of the GodsCheck out what we think you should watch (or re-watch), what you should skip, and how controversy outside of the movies themselves affected (or may affect) where these franchises go in the future.#movietube #dccomicsShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Host Y. M. Nelson, guest cohost Jen G. and new guest co-host Leslie M. share the books that they're excited to read (or re-read) this summer. This one is sure to fill up your TBR list whether you like a sweet or a steamy heat level.We  recommend romance reads for your summer from every romance subgenre including, contemporary, sci-fi, historical, and paranormal. We even have a selection from the new hot romantasy genre. This episode is spoiler-free, so get ready to add to your eReaders, your library hold list, or your list for your next Barnes and Noble run because we've got you!Show us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | GoodreadsInstagram: https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonFacebook: https://facebook.com/authorymnelsonTikTok https://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonGoodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!