Nerdery and Murdery

Send us Fan Mail Episode 256 of Nerdery & Murdery is live! On the Nerdery side, Zig turns back to the music and breaks down 10 songs that helped define 80s college radio. From alternative beginnings to underground sounds that would later shape the mainstream, this is a look at the tracks and artists that built a movement before it had a spotlight. On the Murdery side, our A–Z Across America se...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 255 of Nerdery & Murdery is live! On the Nerdery side, Zig continues his chronological journey through the Doctors of Doctor Who. This time he arrives at the 14th Doctor , played once again by David Tennant. Tennant’s unexpected return to the role brought a unique twist to the long running series and gave fans another chance to see one of the most beloved Doctors step...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 254 of Nerdery & Murdery is live! On the Nerdery side, Zig returns to his ongoing journey through the Star Wars universe, this exploring the saga in chronological order based on the timeline inside the galaxy itself. From the rise of the Republic to the fall of the Jedi and the growing shadow of the Empire, we look at how the story unfolds when you follow the events as...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 253 of Nerdery & Murdery is live! On the Nerdery side, Zig dives into one of the most beloved science fiction films ever made with Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. From the legendary rivalry between Kirk and Khan to one of the most emotional moments in Star Trek history, we revisit the movie that helped define the franchise for generations. On the Murdery side, we cont...

Send us Fan Mail 🚨 SPECIAL MID-WEEK RELEASE 🚨 The latest episode of Nerdery and Murdery is now live! This week Zig turns the tables and puts Geoffrey in the guest chair for a conversation about his newly released novel, The Darkwind Paradox . We talk about the origins of Ominus, how the Prime Numbers saga grew from a tabletop RPG campaign into a novel series, the evolution of the characters, les...

Send us Fan Mail Five years ago, we hit record on something that was supposed to be… well… a fun little experiment. Two microphones. Two friends. And absolutely no idea what we were getting ourselves into. Fast forward to today… Episode 252. Five years of the highs and the lows, the ups and the downs, the good and the bad… and the Nerd and the Murd. Today, we’re doing something different. No norma...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 251 of Nerdery & Murdery is live! On the Nerdery side, Zig delivers 10 more indie songs for your playlist from The Pixies and The Violent Femmes to Djo and some newer artists you might not have on your radar yet. If your rotation needs a refresh, this one’s for you. On the Murdery side, we continue the A–Z Across America series with Connecticut and the case of Michael...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 250 of Nerdery & Murdery is live, and this week we flip the script with another Wife Swap episode. On the Nerdery side, Geoffrey takes over and dives into Genesis, focusing on the band’s evolution after Peter Gabriel’s departure. From A Trick of the Tail to Duke , Invisible Touch , and We Can’t Dance , we explore how Genesis transformed from progressive rock pioneers i...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 249 of Nerdery & Murdery takes a different turn. On the Nerdery side, we explore the classic sci-fi anthology series The Outer Limits — its eerie storytelling, moral dilemmas, and the way it challenged viewers to think beyond what they could see. On the Murdery side, we step away from our A–Z Across America series for a case that does not fit the usual categories. This...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Nerdery and Murdery… On the Nerdery , Zig steps into The Twilight Zone , a series that redefined science fiction and psychological horror. A world where nothing is quite what it seems, where morality twists, and where the most unsettling truths often come from within. Then the episode takes a darker turn. For the Murdery , Geoffrey examines the case of Gary Ray Bowles...

Send us Fan Mail Some of the most disturbing cases aren’t defined by mystery…they’re defined by warning. This week on Nerdery & Murdery , Zig dives into Advanced Dungeons & Dragons , exploring the game that shaped modern tabletop roleplaying and inspired generations of players long before RPGs went mainstream. Then in the Murdery, we continue our A–Z journey across America’s serial killers...

Send us Fan Mail Some stories don’t demand attention.  They wait for it. This week on Nerdery & Murdery , Zig takes the Nerd seat with a deep dive into three iconic albums by Queen , exploring the evolution, ambition, and lasting impact of one of the most influential bands in music history. Then we turn to the Murdery. As our A–Z journey across America’s serial killers continues, we arrive in...

Send us Fan Mail Tonight, we’re doing something a little different. Instead of our usual format, Geoffrey flips the script and puts Zig in the hot seat for a special Nerdery episode. With the release of his book,  Firesign: An Elvish War Chronicle , Zig walks us through the origins of the story, the world behind it, and what it took to bring it to life. From inspiration and worldbuilding to the hi...

Send us Fan Mail Some weeks are about discovery. Others are about reckoning. In this episode of Nerdery & Murdery , Zig kicks things off in the Nerdery by stepping through the gate and into Stargate SG-1 , exploring what made the series such a lasting cornerstone of science fiction television and why it still resonates with fans decades later. Then, in the Murdery, we continue our A–Z journey...

Send us Fan Mail Not all stories unfold quickly. Some take decades to reveal themselves. This week on Nerdery & Murdery , the Nerdery leads off as Zig explores The Man in the High Castle , diving into both the original novel by Philip K. Dick and the television adaptation. From alternate history to moral ambiguity, Zig breaks down what makes this story unsettling, thought-provoking, and still...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another week of the highs and the lows, the ups and the downs, the good and the bad, and the Nerd and the Murd. This week on Nerdery & Murdery , the Nerdery leads off as Zig dives into the origins of one of science fiction’s most enduring franchises, covering Planet of the Apes and Beneath the Planet of the Apes . From Cold War anxieties to bold social commentary, Z...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Nerdery and Murdery! This week, on the Nerdery side of the house, Zig saddles up for Part Two of his Country and Western deep dive , affectionately titled “We Got BOTH Kinds: Country AND Western.” Zig continues exploring the music, the culture, and the stories that shaped an American sound. Then Geoffrey steps away from the A–Z of American Serial Killers for just o...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another week of the highs and the lows, the ups and the downs, the good and the bad, and the Nerd and the Murd. This week on Nerdery & Murdery , the Nerdery comes first as Zig kicks off Part 1 of Country and Western music , perfectly summed up with the line: “We got BOTH kinds: Country AND Western.” From early roots to defining sounds, this is the start of a deep di...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Nerdery and Murdery! This week, on the Nerdery side of the house, Zig continues his chronological journey through the Star Wars universe with a deep dive into Rogue One . He explores the rebellion, the sacrifice, the storytelling choices, and why this film stands as one of the most grounded and emotional entries in the entire saga. Then Geoffrey takes us north - fa...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Nerdery and Murdery! This week, on the Nerdery side of the house, Zig fires up the squad car and takes us on a wild ride through four of the greatest Buddy Cop movies ever made. Explosions, banter, reluctant partnerships, and that perfect blend of chaos and camaraderie that defined an entire generation of action films. These movies did not just entertain us. They h...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Nerdery & Murdery , we move between two worlds shaped by belief. Zig opens the show with a deep dive into Impressionism , the art movement that shattered convention and changed how the world understands light, color, and emotion. These artists did not just paint what they saw. They painted what it felt like to be alive inside a moment. Then Geoffrey brings the Mur...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Nerdery and Murdery , we explore storytelling through style, symmetry, and tragedy. In the Nerdery segment, Zig dives into the unique cinematic world of Wes Anderson . From meticulously framed visuals to deadpan humor and emotionally layered characters, we discuss what defines his films and why his distinct style continues to resonate with audiences. In the Murdery se...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Nerdery and Murdery , we take a sharp turn into the strange, the unsettling, and the unexpectedly human. On the Nerdery side, Zig continues the Doctor Who journey with The 13th Doctor , portrayed by Jodie Whittaker breaking new ground for the Doctor and sparking plenty of debate along the way. What worked, what didn’t, and why this era still matters. Then on the Murde...

Send us Fan Mail Every week, we walk the line between imagination and reality, and this episode is no exception. On Nerdery and Murdery , Zig takes us deep into some of the most fascinating and lesser-explored corners of the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse. From the rich eastern-inspired setting of Kara-Tur , to the desert fantasy of Al-Qadim , the jungle-filled lands of Maztica , and the myster...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another week of the highs and the lows, the good and the bad, and the Nerd and the Murd. This week on Nerdery and Murdery , Zig explores the darker side of music with a deep dive into gothy-ish, doom-metally, darkwave-inspired sounds . From brooding atmospheres to heavy emotional weight, we talk about what defines these genres, why they resonate with so many listeners,...