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The Nerd Alternative
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Hello and welcome to The Nerd Alternative, a sweet melting pot of all things nerdy.Led by host Ram, on this corner of the internet we dive into the depths of films, games, books, and anime through a Black-British lens.Welcome to the dark side…
Episodes
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S2: Episode 83 - Anime vs Manga ft. Anime Freshman
Join Ram and special guests Karto & Prime from Anime Freshmen as they discuss their preferences between Anime and Manga. Make sure to let us know what you prefer in the comments!
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Ram's Rambles: A Valentine's Special
For valentine's day listen in as I talk about some of my favourite romantic, familial and platonic love stories. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative...
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S2: Episode 82 - The Kitchen Review
This week Ram is joined by a special but familar guest to discuss Daniel Kaluuya's writing & directorial debut The Kitchen. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram:...
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Ram's Rambles - How Baldur's Gate 3 Altered My Brain Chemistry
In this ramble I talk about Baldur's Gate 3 and the things I learned after playing it last year. Dive into a brief history of RPG's as well as an overview of the game. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave a review and rating if you like what you hear!...
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The Nerd Alternative Trailer
Welcome to the Nerd Alternative a sweet melting pot of all things nerdy!
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Ram's Rambles - The Lessons I Learned From Persona 5 Royal
Welcome to Ram's Rambles a series where Ram discusses the games, books and films that are feeding her art and soul. This week she's discusses video game Persona 5 Royal and the lessons it left her with.
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S2: Episode 81 - A Black Exchange ft Brendon
This episode we brought back Brendon (BlerdUp) to do something a little different... Join us as we exchange, a film, a song and a public figure from across the Black Atlantic and discuss some of the differences between African-American and Black British people.
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S1: Episode 80 - Boondocks. Did It Age Like Wine or Milk?
Welcome to this episode of The Nerd Alternative. This week we discussed the well loved TV show The Boondocks, discussing it's history and creator Aaron McGruder as well as it's impact on both animation and the Black community at large. What's your Boondocks story? You can find us on the following...
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Nerd Corner 1 - DCU, The Fast & Furious Metaverse and more...
Welcome to our first Nerd Corner episode. These are the episodes where we discuss the latest news from the geekdom, as well as highlights or disappointments in the daily life of two nerds. In this week's episode we discuss James Gunn's DCU plans, disappointments from the BAFTAs as well as a run...
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Episode 78 - For Black Boys... ft Manny
This episode we dipped into some theatre as we discussed Ryan Calais Cameron's brilliant play 'For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Get too Heavy'. Joined by Manny, we went over the play's impact, some of it's most touching moments as well as the importance of nuanced and…
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Episode 77 - Black Panther Wakanda Forever ft. Blerd Up
This week we managed to rope Brendon back in for a breakdown of one of Phase 4's better outings from marvel, Black Panther Wakanda Forever! Join us as we breakdown the good the bad and ugly of the latest Wakandan adventure! If you want to hear more from Brendon you can catch him on twitch at...
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Episode 76 - Games, Sequels & Innovation
On the cusp of some huge sequel releases like God of War Ragnarok and Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, we thought what better time to sit down and discuss sequels in gaming! Join us as we breakdown what it is to make a great sequel, and our favourite and least favourite sequels in some of gaming's…
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Episode 75 - Horror: Who Does It Best?
Halloween is almost upon us and with it all manner of terrifying delights to sink your nerdy teeth into! Join us as we review Marvel's new creature feature Werewolf By Night and break down our favourite horror media and mediums! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more....
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Episode 74 - House of Darkness Review
This episode we discussed horror-comedy House of Darkness featuring Justin Long and Kate Bosworth. Join us as we talked about our favourite awkward moments in the film as well as it's bloody end... Did we say Happy Halloween? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more.…
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Episode 73 - Does Social Media Ruin Everything? Ft. Brendon of BlerdUp
This week we had the pleasure of Brendon of BlerdUp joining us to talk about the way in which social media has impacted our nerdom. From leaked trailers, to toxic fans we discussed our personal relationship with the interwebs as well as how it has been shaping nerd culture in recent years. If you...
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Episode 72 - The Sandman Review
Join us this week as we breakdown the Netflix Adaptation of Neil Gaiman's seminal graphic novel, The Sandman You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative...
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Episode 71 - Beast Review
Join us this week as we breakdown Universal's latest action packed blockbuster BEAST starring Idris Elba, Sharlto Copley, Iyana Halley & Leah Jeffries! You can find our interview of Iyana Halley & Leah Jeffries here: https://youtu.be/eO4i7KaJeao Please leave us a comment and subscribe! You can…
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Episode 70 - Nope Review
Jordan Peele's done it again with his latest directorial outing Nope, starring Daniel Kaluuya & Keke Palmer! Join us as we break down this tense and engrossing cinema spectacle! You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what...
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Episode 69 - Does the Games Industry Hate Single Player Games?
With the current gaming landscape dominated by battle royales, live services and microtransactions we thought what better time to ask, does the industry hate single player experiences? Join us as we break down the current trends, and dubious tweets from the triple A! You can find us on the...
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Episode 68 - The Boys Season 3 review
Butcher and the boys are back! Join us as we break down the highs, lows and down right insane moments of season 3 of Amazon Primes The Boys You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and rating if you like what you hear! Twitter: @NerdAlternative...
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Episode 67 - Not E3 (AKA Keigh3) With Streamcast!
This week we were joined by Andy & Isaac from Streamcast to discuss the recent gaming showcases replaced the gap left by E3. From our favourite previews to the ones we were missing, we touched on the Xbox & Bethesda showcase, Summer Games Fest and Wholesome direct. You can hear more from…
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Episode 66 - Maurice on Mars With Tim Barnes
This week we were joined by Tim Barnes a Comedian, Writer and all round multi-talented human being. We discussed his brand new show 'Maurice on Mars' which dropped on the Comedy Central Animated YouTube channel last Friday. Tim also shared his journey as a Black Comedian and TV Writer and his...
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Episode 65 - Love Death & Robots Vol. 3 With 4EyesAcademia
It was so much fun breaking down Volume 2 With the 4eyes crew that we couldn't tackle volume 3 without them! Join us this week for our review of the third instalment of Netflix hit anthology animated series, rate each episode and stack this season against it's predecessors! You can find us on the...
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Episode 64 - Wanda and the Multiverse of Madness!
This week we're joined by Josh to discuss the latest Phase four MCU film, Dr Strange and the Multiverse Madness. Listen to us to talk highlights, lows and a few possibly controversial takes. Have you watched the film yet? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please...
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Episode 63 - The Streaming Wars (Not the Netflix one)
This week we dove into the streaming wars *record scratch* the video game one. With the future of gaming starting to become more apparent we discussed where the next generation of console might lead us, Sony's answer to Microsoft's Game pass as well as failed systems like Stadia. You can find us…
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Episode 62 - Room 101 2021 Edition
This week we are catching up on all of the good bad and ugly content we missed on our hiatus in our very own Room 101 style gauntlet! Join us as we put a season of anime, TV, video games and movies to the vote to see who is greatest winners and reigns over our landfill! You can find us on the...
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Episode 61 Black Rain, An Interview With Muniyra Douglas
WE ARE BACK!!! Hope you haven't missed us too much. And he we are returning to you with a great episode. Hassan and Ram sat down with Muniyra Douglas from Vortex Corp, a creative company that explores arfrican culture through comics animations and much more, as well as their latest project Black...
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Episode 60 - Spring Anime Highlights
This week we discussed our three anime standouts from this year's Spring season. We expressed our thoughts on To Your Eternity, Tokyo Revengers and the eclectic Odd Taxi. With the summer season well underway this was a great time to reflect and recommend some of our Spring highlights. Have you...
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Episode 59 - Black Widow, Too Little Too Late?
This week we got into the MCU's first phase four film, Black Widow. As well as what we thought of the film, we talked about its place in the wider universe as well as it what it may or may not have set up for the future. Have you watched the film? You can find us on the following social media...
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Episode 58 - Glorious Purpose! A Loki Review
This week we dove into the MCU's third show Loki! With the last episode having dropped this Wednesday we discussed what we thought of the series, characters and the stories' impact on the wider MCU. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review and...
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Episode 57 - Accessibility in Gaming
In this week's episode we discussed all things accessibility in the gaming industry. From the barriers you might face as a new gamer, gatekeeping and more importantly the lack of inclusivity when it comes to disabled gamers. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please...
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Episode 56 - Fast and Furious Was Never Good
This week we discussed the box office smash hit franchise Fast & Furious. With the release of the 9th film F9, we review the latest instalment as well as discussing the franchise as a whole. Fast & Furious the franchise that never died.. You can find us on the following social media platforms for...
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Episode 55 - Is Animation for Kids ft. Luca Review
This week we decided to talk all things animation as well as review Disney Pixar's newest film Luca. Whilst Animation has been commonly associated with kids there has been a steady stream of adult-oriented animated shows since the 90s. In this episode we explore what that means for the future of...
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Episode 54 E3 2021 extravaganza
After being cancelled in 2020, E3 is back with a bang! from Halo infinite multiplayer to Elden ring, Metroid dread to Starfield, recurring guest Josh joins us as we unpick all of the E3 goodness and discuss whats in store for us gamers You can find us on the following social media platforms for...
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Episode 53 - 9th Generation so far
With E3 on the horizon, We decided to talk alot about games! Joins us as we speculate a little bit about what we expect over the next week, and reflect on the 9th generation with some honest thoughts. We also talk about spiderverse castings, the 3080ti release and some other playstation news. You...
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Episode 52 - Love, Death & a review ft 4EyesAcademia
We enjoyed the 4Eyes crew so much on our 50th ep quiz episode that we decided to invite them backfor a proper chat! Tudz and Manny rejoin us and speak about their origin and journey so far. Also volume 2 of Love, Death & Robots which recently dropped on netflix, so we decided to review it and see...
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Episode 51 - Do all games need a remake?
The long awaited mass effect legendary edition has released, so we thought we would talk about all of our favourite, as well as some of our least favourite remakes and remasters! We also reach into the corners of the nerdom and talk about NFTs, Warnermedia and hot tub streams. You can find us on...
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Episode 50 - A Celebratory Quiz ft Streamcast, 4 Eyes Academia & Black Anime Pods
Unfair questions? Dodgy scorekeeping? All the things that make a great quiz if you ask us! To celebrate our 50th episode we decided to host a quiz show and invite some friends to join in on the fun, but who will emerge victor? Tune in to find out!You can find us on the following social media...
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49 - Invincible & The New Age of Superheroes
In 8 short episodes, Invincible was well...Invincible. In this episode we review the Robert Kirkman created series, discussing the epic finale as well as where it fits in the cinematic age of superheroes You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a review…
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Episode 48 - Falcon & The Winter Soldier + Mortal Kombat
Since the MCU's second TV series 'Falcon & The Winter Soldier' has now come to end we decided to review the show in its entirety. Touching on some heavy themes such a race, patriotism and PTSD we focused on some the character building in the show. We also did a mini review of the recently…
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Episode 47 - The Problem with Franchises...
With sequels and franchises slowly taking over mainstream cinema we discussed the way they've instilled themselves into our visual methods of storytelling. We also debated the best and worst of the two, and our preferred structure of films. Do you prefer standalone stories or sequels/franchises?...
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Episode 46 - Monsterverse Ranked: Godzilla vs Kong
In this episode we ranked Warner Bros. Monsterverse films, which featured pop culture monster icons Godzilla and King Kong. As well as their respective solo films we also reviewed the recently released Godzilla vs Kong in which the two come to a head... Are you repping Godzilla or are you team…
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Episode 45 - Marvel for Social Justice
Inspired by some of the social commentary happening in Falcon and The Winter Soldier, we decided to look back at some of the social issues that have been explored in the MCU so far. We discussed the successful or unsuccessful portrayals of world issues, as well as diving into some news…
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Episode 44 - Black Excellence.... & Coming 2 America
This week we discussed two much discussed "black films"; Coming 2 America and the critically acclaimed Judas and The Black Messiah. We reviewed the two, contemplating the stories they told and the impact they might have on black history and representation today. Twitter: @NrdAlternative…
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Episode 43 - The Snyder Cut: A DCEU Reboot?
It's finally here! All four hours and 1 minute of the Snyder Cut dropped so we sat down with DC fan Josh to discuss what we thought of the hyped, Snyder Cut of Justice League. Have you watched it? You can hear more of Josh on his podcast Sick of the Pundits, which you can find on Youtube and...
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Episode 42 - Alternative Voices: Buildcasters/Black Anime Podcasters
This week we sat down with Ash co-founder of Buildcasters: A Gundam Podcast and Black Anime Podcasters a directory for black anime content creator. We interviewed Ash, discussing his love for Mecha Anime as well as exciting new projects he's working on. In light of the Mecha theme we also…
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Episode 41 - WandaVision Review (Pt.2)
Now that WandaVision has come to an end, we came back to discuss the final episodes as well as how the series held up in general. We were joined once more by honorary member Josh. What did you make of the show? Also take a listen to Josh's podcast Sick of the Pundits, which you can find on…
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Episode 40 - Women in Pop Culture
This week we discussed women in pop culture, analysing some of the most tiresome tropes that female characters are subject to as well what makes a good female character. Happy Women's history month everyone. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more. Please leave us a…
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Episode 39 - Gatekeepers & Gems
In this episode we dove into the topic of gatekeeping, unpacking the motivations and mindset behind it all. We also discussed some ‘hidden gems’ anime for you to watch, and placed our bets on who will be the ‘Luke Skywalker’ size cameo in WandaVision. Who do you think the big cameo will be? You…
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Episode 38 - Malcolm & Marie Review + More...
This episode we reviewed the polarising film Malcolm & Marie, starring Zendaya and John David Washington, which dropped on Netflix earlier this month. We delve into our thoughts and whether or not it deserved some of the criticism it received. We also discussed ideas of ownership when it comes to...
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