Friends Talking Nerdy: A Mental Health Podcast

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they embark on an engaging discussion, blending their passion for movies and the great outdoors. The episode kicks off with a fascinating exploration of the legendary filmmaker Stephen Spielberg's 15 best movies, as ranked by the renowned film database, IMDb. As the hosts dive into Spielberg's illustrious f...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they discuss the captivating world of feline companions and the thrilling experiences of music festivals. Join them as they embark on a delightful conversation about Tim's mischievous cats, Annie and Mimsy, and the escapades these furry friends find themselves in. The episode kicks off with Professor Aubrey eag...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they discuss Tim's latest feline escapades, focusing on the enchanting duo of Annie and Mimsy. Tim excitedly recounts hilarious incidents involving the mischievous pair, from their curious explorations to their unexpected encounters with everyday objects. Listeners will find themselves smiling and chuckling as...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they delve into a fascinating combination of topics. Prepare yourself for a lively discussion about Tim's adorable feline companions, Annie and Mimsy, and the countless misadventures they find themselves in. But that's not all—Professor Aubrey takes center stage with an in-depth exploration of the ten princ...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they dive into two exciting topics: the misadventures of Tim's adorable new cats, Annie and Mimsy, and a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock and Roll. To start off the episode, Tim can't contain his excitement as he introduces his new feline companions, Annie and Mimsy. He rega...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they dive into the realm of "Summer Love" through the power of music. In this scorching edition, our hosts share their Nerdy 5 list of songs that encapsulate the spirit of summer love. The episode kicks off with Professor Aubrey, the resident music aficionado, introducing the concept of "Summer Love&...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they discuss the pros and cons of psychedelics in psychiatry. Notes for this episode were derived from this source: The Pros and Cons of Psychedelics in Psychiatry (thefullest.com) Friend of the show, Becca Baldwin, has released a new romance book. Head to Amazon to check out Three Wishes from Becca Baldwin today....

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they talk about the latest inductees of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2023, which includes artists like Willie Nelson, Missy Elliot, and Rage Against The Machine, among others. They also talk during our Nerdy 5 segment about the Top 5 Movies Based on Books That Are As Good or Better. Choices include Sense...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd dive into a hot topic in the music industry, the comments made by Paul Stanley, the writer of the song "Let's Put The X in Sex" and one of the creators of the iconic rock band KISS, about the trans community. Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd give their thoughts on Paul Stanley's statements and how it imp...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they discuss two very different topics. First, they dive into the recent news of Tucker Carlson's firing from Fox News, exploring the potential reasons behind it and what it means for the future of the network. After that, they move onto a more lighthearted topic: their choices for the best and worst albums fro...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they do a watch along for The Main Event 2, a prime time World Wrestling Federation show on NBC which featured The Mega Powers splitting up on the air. Listen to their thoughts on the action in the ring as well as what they were up to in 1989. As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they dive into a discussion about the pros and cons of public transit. They explore the environmental benefits of using public transit, the convenience and cost-effectiveness of taking buses and trains, as well as the potential downsides, such as delays and crowded conditions. Along the way, they share personal ane...

On the 300th episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they congratulate The Reverend Tracy on the successful birth of The Baby Reverend, they celebrate 300 episodes of this very podcast, they discuss the acquisition of the WWE by the UFC parent company Endeavor, they discuss Mango Mussolini being indicted in New York City, and they end their talk discussing the v...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they discuss the talks in Washington DC concerning security concerns about TikTok as well as whether social media is good for society. Notes for this episode were derived from these sources: Social Media - Pros & Cons - ProCon.org Banning TikTok Is Unconstitutional, Ludicrous, and a National Embarrassment (vice...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they talk about decriminalizing sex work. Notes from this episode were derived from these sources: It's Time to Decriminalize Sex Work - ACLU Robert Kraft Prostitution Charges Dropped By Florida Prosecutors As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head to his  ⁠⁠website⁠⁠  f...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join the returning Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd as they talk about New Relationship Energy. Notes from the episode were derived from this source: The Rise and Inevitable Fall of New Relationship Energy | Psychology Today As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head to his ⁠website⁠ for information on how to purcha...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim the Nerd as they talk about the difficulty of breaking up with a loved one. Notes from this episode were derived from this source: How to Break Up | Psychology Today As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head to his website for information on how to purchase his EP, Here's To You, whic...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Revered Tracy and Tim the Nerd as they talk discuss a response to last week's show (Thank you to AJ Sanchez on Instagram for the reply.) and talk about misogyny. Notes from the episode were derived from these sources: What we get wrong about misogyny: why sexism and misogyny aren’t the same - Vox 6 Tips for Reducing and Preventing Misogyny and Sex...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim Jousma as they talk about Toxic Dating Culture. Talking about their own stories, they discuss dating and all its complexities in the modern world. Source material used this week includes: The Rise of Lonely, Single Men | Psychology Today Ditch Toxic Dating Culture — The Center for Modern Relationships Our Dating Culture Suck...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim the Nerd as they discuss the positive aspects of choosing solitude instead of trying to date when you're not ready. Notes from this episode were derived from these sources: Being Alone: The Pros and Cons of Keeping to Yourself – The Vale Magazine Unsexy Habits That Demolish Your Likeability | YourTango As always, we wish to...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim the Nerd as they discuss the Pros and Cons of Dating Apps. Notes from this episode were derived from this source: Pros and Cons of current dating apps | by Go Gaga | GoGaga | Medium As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head to his website for information on how to purchase his EP, Her...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim the Nerd as they wrap up their discussion on Gun Control. Notes from this episode were derived from these sources: Half Moon Bay Shooting suspect: What we know about Chunli Zhao who killed 7 at Mountain Mushroom Farm, Concord Farms - ABC7 San Francisco (abc7news.com) Half Moon Bay shooting: Friends of victims demand better p...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim the Nerd as they continue their discussion on the pros and cons of gun control. Notes from this episode were derived from these sources: Family of 6-year-old who shot teacher speaks out for 1st time - ABC News (go.com) Gun Control - Pros & Cons - ProCon.org As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderfu...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim the Nerd as they talk about the pros and cons of gun control. Notes from this episode were derived from these sources: Gun Deaths, Violence and Mental Health | Mental Health America (mhanational.org) Gun Control - Pros & Cons - ProCon.org As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head...

On this episode of Friends Talking Nerdy, join The Reverend Tracy and Tim the Nerd as they talk about the futility of New Year's Resolutions and ways you can rethink them in order to better reach your goals. Notes from this episode were derived from these sources: Forget New Year's Resolutions | Psychology Today Forget New Year’s Resolutions—You Need a New Year's System | Artwork Archive As always...