Perception Blerd

Perception Blerd, Y'not?

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Take a listen and learn a thing or two about life as a Blerd (black nerd) in a modern world. From issues in the black community to things in pop culture that I find fun and interesting. Be sure to stay tuned for new segments coming soon! perceptionblerdynot.wordpress.com

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Perception Blerd

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Jul 16, 2025

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Episodes

Blerd Therapy Sessions 15.08.2021

I'm joined by my cousins from The Flock Productions(Anthony and Corey) as we talk about the benefits of therapy and the stigma of mental health in the black community. Gives us a listen and please let us know what you think. If you don't agree I'd love to do a follow up and have you on to state your case. Ad-free episodes available exclusively on patreon for all tiers just search Perception Blerd....

Time of your life/Reclaimation 03.07.2021

After two months I'm back with my thoughts on how sentencing is handled for "criminals of color" vs white criminals and several other branching yet equally important topics. Special thanks to my patrons, Tara Hawkins, Ryan Kinney and Mark Sanzotta. Every little bit helps and I appreciate it very much. If you want access to ad-free episodes including this one they are available on my patreon at pat...

Storyteller: What do we call this one? 26.04.2021

Cajun and I cover the events of the last month from the Chauvin verdict to the shooting of Ma'Khia Bryant in Columbus. This is a long one and we jump around a bit but we cover a lot. Thank you to my patrons, Ryan Kinney, Tara Hawkins and Mark Sanzotta. For anyone interested in supporting the show you can do so at patreon.com/perceptionblerd and don't forget to check out my website perceptionblerdy...

20 Months of Dashing Diabetes 19.04.2021

My feelings on Papa John, Matt Rowan and Stacey Dash. I talk about no longer excusing the behavior that created these three situations and the power of the black dollar. As always thank you to my patrons and if you are interested in supporting click the link here https://www.patreon.com/perceptionblerd. And for past episodes be sure to check out my website perceptionblerdynot.wordpress.com

Policy vs Policing 14.04.2021

My thoughts on Daunte Wright (RIP) and the relation to policing in the rest of the country. Check out my Patreon for more at patreon.com/perceptionblerd

The problem with "I don't see color" as told by a proud black man 12.04.2021

The idea of being " colorblind" to race is just as damaging as direct racism. I break down a few reasons why. Shout out to my patrons for this episode Mark Sanzotta and Tara Hawkins thank you both so much! For those interested in supporting the show click the link here: https://www.patreon.com/perceptionblerd every little bit counts. Don't forget to check out older episodes on my website perceptio...

Westview is nice this time of year! (Redux) 16.03.2021

A bonus episode! I'm joined by my fiancé Jeannie and our daughter Leila and we talk about the Disney + series Wandavision. This fun short review is just our feelings on the series and where these characters are going to end up in the future of the MCU so give us a listen and let us know what you think. While you're at it check out my website for more episodes! perceptionblerdynot.wordpress.com

The Offended are Offensive Part two 15.03.2021

Part two of Cajun and I talking about cartoon skunks, Dr. Seuss and whether or not you can tell us what to be offended by. Featuring shout outs to some of our favorite people including Victor Dandridge Jr. https://www.facebook.com/VantageInhouse , Dee Harris of The Dee Harris Brand https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTHED8MMZGo6OO_LwBjPNmw and Dana Noel Getce https://open.spotify.com/show/7eo5yFMSJf...

The Offended are Offensive Part one 14.03.2021

Joined once again by Cajun Prime and this one went a little off the rails. We talk about being offended, being offensive and what that means to us as black men in 2021. As you can see this is just part one so be sure to look out for part two coming tomorrow. Don't forget to check out my new website for the past episodes and all new information about the show! perceptionblerdynot.wordpress.com

Green Eggs,snowflakes and bunnies 09.03.2021

Just a few thoughts about Dr. Seuss, snowflakes and Looney Tunes. Like the title says except by now y'all know there is more to this episode than just that. Be sure to check out my new website for more perceptionblerdynot.wordpress.com . 

Mashed Potatoes and Lex Luthor? 01.03.2021

Cajun Prime joins me again and we catch up and talk life, Mr. Potato Head and supervillains. Join us as we share life stories and talk about the insignificance of toy anthropomorphic potatoes. This episode is both serious and fun so please enjoy the ride. For other episodes be sure to check out my new website perceptionblerdynot.wordpress.com 

It be your own people: Short thoughts on Judas and the Black Messiah 24.02.2021

I look at the relationship between the film Judas and the Black Messiah and today's world. This includes my thoughts and ramblings on the film and how things haven't changed much in the decades since. All thoughts and opinions in this recording are strictly my own and bear no relation to any of the organizations that may be mentioned within.

"I Feel" 08.02.2021

I talk about the ramifacations and implications of the phrase "I feel," when used to discount the feelings of people of color.

2020 Breakdown/Some of y'all ain't gonna like this 2 01.01.2021

Super cliche wrap up of 2020 with a preview of my 2021 plans going forward.

"Lessons" 09.11.2020

Take the time to learn a thing or two from someone that may not look like you.

He didn't swerve?!?! 16.10.2020

Just my thoughts on having the black family talk with my eight year old. Hoping she doesn't need to have the same one with her kids.

$12Million Bullet Holes 24.09.2020

My thoughts about the indictment in the Breonna Taylor murder.

YIBAMBE! 02.09.2020

I'm back just a general update and my thoughts on the passing of Chadwick Boseman R.I.P. King.

T.H.U.G. L.I.F.E A review of sorts 29.07.2020

I finished The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas in both book and movie form and these are my thoughts on it. It was hard to review it because it was so close to our reality. The hate you give little infants fucks everybody. You get back what you put out into the world.

Storyteller: It could have been me ft. Luke Anderson 16.07.2020

Today's episode is featuring my friend Luke Anderson and his experience as a black man growing up in the Cleveland area and in an interracial relationship. Thank you all for your support as we tell these stories from our perception. More coming soon.

STORYTELLER :IT COULD HAVE BEEN ME FT. THEDEEHARRISBRAND AND CAJUN PRIME 02.07.2020

Another part of my Storyteller series featuring  "Dynamite" Dee Harris of The Dee Harris Brand and Cajun Prime as we kick off the beginning of season 2!  Thank you all for listening and be sure to look out for the video of this episode from ESC AV.

For the CULTURE! 24.06.2020

Back at it again. Took some time to clear my head, was hoping to refine some of my anger and truthfully I didn't and don't need to. I need to be angry, I need to be upset. People are still being hurt and worse but instead some of y'all are worried about a cartoon dog and a syrup bottle. Shows us how you really feel about things. My words are my weapons, always have been, so this episode, this one...

Console Gaming +5 15.06.2020

Today I'm joined by my fiance Jeannie, best friend Ferg, and Danny and Rayne of anchor.fm/nerdyteaparty and we talk about the ups and downs and ins and outs of Sony's Playstation 5 announcement. Do we love it, do we hate it, are we going to buy it at launch, is it better than the Xbox series X? Listen and find out as we cover the upcoming system and games in this episode about all things PS5.

STORYTELLER : What Matters 14.06.2020

A heartfelt review of the short comic book Wonder Care The Kinder Guardians: What Matters. Written by Victor Dandridge and illustrated by Justin Castaneda. The story is a reflection of our current world including the protests and raw emotions shown through the eyes of children. I can't say enough about this story as it strikes a chord and is incredibly reminiscent of the conversations I have to ha...

STORYTELLER 10.06.2020

" It could have been me" is a new segment that I got the idea for when talking to friends and just seeing and listening to the stories of black people in America. This is me reaching out asking friends, family and acquaintances to be a part of that story telling. 

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