Black Nerd Talks

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In this episode I have guests, and very close friends, discuss the implications in seeking out external validation. In the case of the Devil May Cry franchise, that would be Vergil's lust for power, and constantly needing to prove he is stronger than Dante. Which isn't that different from people's needs for more likes/clicks on social media, the need for more money, and gaining social status. I ta...

We've all had shows that had a profound impact on us, especially in this space of nerd culture. Be it a video game franchise, a phenomenal comic book run, or an amazing comic book movie.... This week my guest Jordan and I talk about our shared experience on the Code Geass franchise and how it had a profound impact on how we saw the world around us, and the realm of politics. Code Geass is often si...

In this episode I have a resident expert on the Star Wars Lore and Mythos, sit down with me as we discuss the latest game entry into the Star Wars universe; Star Wars Fallen Order. While I am not a huge Star Wars fan, I greatly enjoyed the game and the personal story it told of Cal Kestis, the main character of the game, and him living to through Order 66. More so, Cal facing his inner demons and...

Hey, I would like to say this is the last time my audio will be sounding like this and moving forward it will be better as I have better recording equipment now. In this episode, I have Hyushi and Elijah as guests as we discuss the skills we've developed from being gamers, and how those skills have become important transferable skills in our lives. We talk about gaming skills like; resource manage...

A short review and analysis of the Demon Slayer/Kimetsu no Yaiba Mugen Train Film. I have two guests who have watched the movie as well. New audio quality improvement, Hope you guys enjoy it. EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/namaibeats  Namai 畝ド果 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNtb0gbf6MdjeQJuNgsD...

EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/namaibeats  Namai 畝ド果 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNtb0gbf6MdjeQJuNgsDlMg

I have a guest by the name of Thunderclaw Robinson who discusses the hidden meaning of family in the Buu Arc of Dragon Ball Z. We end up also talking about the importance of mindfulness, and being present in the moment, especially in times of stress. EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/namaibeats  Namai 畝ド果 YouTube Cha...

In this episode I have a guest by the name of "Jin" whom discusses the meaning of unconditional love, which we always hear about in society, but from the anime series Naruto. To be specific, the relationship between Sasuke Uchiha and his dotting older brother Itachi Uchiha, the prodigy Sharingan user. We go on to discuss how unconditional love is show between other characters in the Naruto series,...

Hyushi and I discuss how the mangaka's, Koyoharu Gotōge, use of misdirection in his storytelling for the entirety of the Natagumo Mountain Arc in Demon Slayer. This conversation took place right after episode 19, which was so crazy, it was trending on Twitter. EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/namaibeats  Namai 畝ド果 Y...

In this episode we dive into the mind of Hyushi, and his love for Shikamaru, and how his character growth throughout the Naruto series has helped him grow into the man he is today. We discuss mindfulness, meditation, and just taking a moment in the day to collect your thoughts to reassess situations in life. EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 Soundcloud:...

As long a time fighting game player since I was in high school, I've learned a lot about myself through my wins and my losses. In this session I discuss these experiences of self discovery with others, and we explore why fighting games struggle in terms of popularity compared to other genres. In this session I am accompanied by v115, one of the top Smash Bros Ultimate players in Ontario, and Initi...

After playing through Spiderman PS4, and being so drawn into the mythos and story of Spiderman for the first time in my life. I have a sitdown with Winglessboywonder about the life lessons we took away from Peter about being leaders in our communities. EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/namaibeats  Namai 畝ド果 YouTube C...

Hyushi and I discuss the themes of Demon Slayer, compassion and empathy towards others and how the different character interactions throughout the show relate to our lives. EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/namaibeats  Namai 畝ド果 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNtb0gbf6MdjeQJuNgsDlMg

If you watch anime, the relationship Naruto and Sasuke share was the center of Shippuden, and how Naruto constantly forgave him. I often find myself making similar decisions to forgive and help people that hurt me, but are Naruto's ideals an unhealthy standard? EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/namaibeats  Namai 畝ド果...

In this first episode, of my podcast I talk about how my decision to enter a relationship was impacted by Steve's decision to go back in time to live a normal life with Peggy, forever giving up the mantle of Captain America. Which was a pivotal moment for me, choosing your own happiness before everyone else's for once. EPISODE CREDITS: Intro and Outro music produced by Namai 畝ド果  Namai 畝ド果 S...