The Nerd Alternative

Over the course of this year, Microsoft and Sony have both been slowly revealing their next generation consoles, from design to new gameplay and more. In this episode we discuss their most recent showcases and debate amongst ourselves on which one wins this generation for us. We're also joined by @sickofthepundits Josh once again, who takes the corner for Xbox! Let us know which console you'll be...

The casting of actors has always caused controversy but none more so than those that are race bent or gender swapped. In this episode we take a look at some examples, exploring the terms racebending, gender bending in all their complexities.  You can find us on the following social media platforms for more! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: The Nerd Alternative

Forget the House of Mouse, this episode is about the House of Ghibli! Join us as we discuss and rank ALL 22 of Studio Ghibli's films, from our favourite classics, newly discovered gems and the more than slightly disappointing we cover them all. You can find us on the following social media platforms for more! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: The Nerd Alternative

This episode we discuss some of our favourite simulation games including; Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley and The Sims. Join us as we take a trip down memory lane with these franchises. Let us know if you've played any of them and if so what did you enjoy about them? You can find us on the following social media platforms for more! Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: Th...

Join us this episode as we discuss some our thoughts on the recently released and slightly controversial The Last of Us Part II. We talk about some of the outrage surrounding the story and also Naughty Dog's recent scandals in the run up to the game's release. Have you played the game? Let us know what you think on our following social channels:  Twitter: @NrdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAl...

In this episode we catch up on some of the latest news from the nerdom, as well as delve into the hypothetical question of whether Batman would be an advocate or adversary of the Black Lives Matter movement/protests. We are joined once more by special guest Josh who battles it out with Ram for the win! Let us know who you think won the debate. Also take a listen to Josh's podcast Sick of the Pundi...

We're back! In our first episode since the beginning of lockdown we welcome special guest Josh to catch up on life during and after lockdown. We discuss some of the nerdy things that have kept us sane during the quarantine as well as some thoughts about what nerd life will look like as we move into a 'new normal'. Let us know what you guys have been up to! Don't forget to like, share and subscribe...

In this episode we cover some of the latest news including the unavoidable hot topic Covid-19, as well as exploring our thoughts about BBC's adaption of Malorie Blackman's much loved book series Noughts & Crosses. Have you watched the show? Let us know if you agree what you think of our review!  Don't forget to like, share and subscribe if you like what you hear. You find us on the follow...

In this episode we take a deep dive into the history of b movies, whether you love to trash watch them or enjoy the way they subvert and innovate 'a-movies' we talk about it all! From their humble beginnings to their rise and decline we cover it all, including some of our own personal favourites. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe if you like what you hear. You find us on the following soci...

In the first of a new series looking at the east versus the west in popular culture, we explore our own experiences engaging with comic books, graphic novels and manga. . . .  Don't forget to like, share and subscribe if you like what you hear. You find us on the following social media platforms for more! Twitter: @TheNerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: The Nerd Alternative

Join us as we discuss Afrofuturism. In this episode we define the term, discussing some recent examples of Afrofuturistic work as well as some of the nuances that comes with the ever evolving term. We also get punny... you've been warned! Don't forget to like, share and subscribe if you like what you hear. You find us on the following social media platforms for more! Twitter: @TheNerdAlternative I...

In this episode we delve into Queen & Slim which was recently released in the UK, in our review we delve into our thoughts on the film drawing on the political landscape of telling black stories on screen.  We also touch on some current news from the geekdom and our recommendations of what to geek this week!  Don't forget to like, share and subscribe if you like what you hear. You fi...

 In  our first Actual episode  we give you a LATE recap of the weird and wonderful year that was 2019. We share some of our great and not so great moments, and talk about what we are looking forward to in 2020 . . . Don't forget to like, share and subscribe if you like what you hear. You find us on the following social media platforms for more! Twitter: @TheNerdAlternative Instagram...

Our very first episode!!!!...kind of. Join us as we tell you a little bit about ourselves, and what to expect from our podcast.  Don't forget to like, share and subscribe if you like what you hear. You find us on the following social media platforms for more! Twitter: @TheNerdAlternative Instagram: @TheNerdAlternative Reddit: The Nerd Alternative