The Odd Nerd Podcast Starring Thaddeous Shade

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Odd Nerd Podcast, I talk about losing 55 pounds while fasting 18 hours a day, what the weight loss journey has really felt like, and how my mindset has changed along the way. Then things get random in the best way. I get into a woman giving me her number at a coffee shop on a piece of paper with a note that said, “I like your face,” and why that kind of thin...

Send us Fan Mail NASA is heading back to the moon, Dune 3 is on the way, and Marvel is loading up Doomsday — and somehow all of that turns into real conversations about everyday life. In this episode, I break down the Artemis mission and what it really means to send people back into space, then get into Dune vs Marvel and how different those experiences really are. I also talk about social media —...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 100. Started this one talking about work and how it keeps me young — but also how different things are now. The way people interact, approach each other, and move socially just isn’t the same. We really used to go outside with nothing but confidence and a pen and pad. Then I get into everything else going on right now — from wild stories like cocaine being found in shrimp,...

Send us Fan Mail Rocky Point stories, solo moves, and real-life perspective. In this episode, I break down a birthday trip to Rocky Point that turned into a mix of chaos, funny moments, and those “you had to be there” situations. From big group energy to unexpected moments, it was one of those weekends that makes you step back and think. That leads into something bigger — doing things on your own....

Send us Fan Mail This week I break down a crazy weekend where I got the chance to personally give Cardi B her flowers during her appearance in Scottsdale. I talk about the nerves, the moment it actually happened, and why meeting a global superstar like Cardi B was a bigger deal than I expected. I also dive into the internet reaction to the Scary Movie 6 trailer , why Gen Z seems upset about the co...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is all over the place — in the best way. I start with how close me and Craig Visionz came on a bet that had us sweating. One more bucket from Josh Giddey. Warriors players selling at the worst time. Laughs, energy, and that sick feeling only sports betting can give you when you’re right… but not right enough. Then the tone shifts. I talk about a Mexico trip we had pla...

Send us Fan Mail The Odd Nerd Podcast is back and this episode takes a sharp left real quick. We break down the NBA All-Star Weekend in LA — the new format, Wemby making players actually compete again, Ant Edwards’ energy shift, and why it just didn’t feel right without Steph on the floor. From Obama pulling up on All-Star Weekend to the cultural impact and the business side of what these events r...

Send us Fan Mail In This Episode Of The Odd Nerd , Thaddeous Shade Breaks Down How 13 Minutes On The Super Bowl Stage Turned Into A Full Cultural Moment. From Bad Bunny’s Halftime Performance And The Celebrities On The Field, To The Internet Running With Narratives Faster Than Facts, This Episode Lives At The Intersection Of Music, PR, And Perception. We Talk Super Bowl Optics, Celebrity Placement...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Odd Nerd Podcast, Thaddeous Shade spirals a little — talking about flying to Detroit for an upcoming wedding, midlife thoughts, buying a scooter from some old ladies, and breaking down how to really flip your social media and convince the algorithm who you are. Unhinged life updates, real talk, and random wisdom. Thank you for listening now please go back an...

Send us Fan Mail i n this episode of The Odd Nerd Podcast , Thaddeous Shade reflects on growth, protecting your peace in heavy times, managing negative energy, and closes with a culture dive into rappers who crossed over into movies. Thank you for listening now please go back and check out some of my previous episodes. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!   Start for FREE Support the...

Send us Fan Mail This first episode is pure Odd Nerd energy. Thaddeous reflects on losing 40 pounds through fasting, the way he used to eat as a kid, and how a simple Aldi run turns into a story about two brothers, cigarettes, and the creation of Trader Joe’s. He circles it all back to growth, discipline, and ends with a funny, honest take on his Oakley Meta glasses, why they’re glitching, and why...

Send us Fan Mail What started as me downloading an app I thought was for movie lovers turned into a wild trip through Boo’s dating algorithms, Halloween weekend chaos in Scottsdale, and a breakdown of horror’s greatest hits — from The Exorcist to Get Out . I also dive into Welcome to Derry’s first episode and how it connects the whole Stephen King universe — plus some nostalgia talk about Back to...

Send us Fan Mail Trying to be a regular human is wild out here 😅 — in this episode, I talk about going to my first wedding at my big age, why I’m lowkey nervous to hit my first pumpkin patch , and how I grew up thinking it wasn’t “cool” to be into comic books, anime, or movies . Now that I’m older, I’m leaning into all the things that actually make me me — from nerd culture to nostalgia, to figur...

Send us Fan Mail This week I get real about my almost-New York Comic Con trip — what went down, what didn’t, and how wild it got before it even started. Then we slide into my fantasy football team (and the heartbreak that comes with it), followed by my Kansas City Chiefs putting on a show that had me yellin’ at the TV like I was on the field. 💪🏽🏈 Oh — and yeah… guess who finally got the Oakley...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is wild from the jump. I’m talking population collapse, Elon’s Mars escape plan, traffic that’s basically a full-time job, and why Love Island has my old ass hooked like I’m in the villa. We break down the facts: 👶 Why experts say we need 2.7 kids per family just to keep humanity alive (yes, really). 🚀 Elon Musk’s plan to leave Earth before AI kicks us out . 🚗 The...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I break down how social media is lowkey gaslighting you—feeding you bots, bias, and beef just to keep you scrolling. And yeah… I get into why chasing someone who’s clearly not into you is a one-way trip to Delusional-ville. Plus, a few wild stories and rants you didn’t know you needed. Follow me ig: @thaddeous.shade Thank you for listening now please go back and c...

Send us Fan Mail Thaddeus Shade opens up about his five-year vegan journey—how it started as a bet, why people still don’t believe him, and the real benefits he’s seen. He gets candid about phone addiction and the burnout that comes with always being online for work. From Phoenix’s tourist boom to a Mission Impossible mini-review, it’s full throttle as Shade closes with a no-filter breakdown of th...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever tried to grow your social media following legitimately without resorting to bots or buying fake followers? I'm dropping some real knowledge today with my "hand-to-hand combat" method for Instagram growth – a simple strategy that involves following 50 people daily from legitimate accounts in your niche, letting it sit for a few days, then using data com...

Send us Fan Mail In a world where everyone’s quick to blast their opinions online, Thaddeous Shade keeps it real, unpacking the wild ride that is 2025. From the rise of keyboard warriors to the fallout of viral negativity, he breaks down how social media can either uplift or tear down small businesses faster than a one-star Yelp review. Plus, a wild story about breaking into his own car with a wir...

Send us Fan Mail Remember that feeling of escaping into comic books and Saturday morning cartoons as a kid? Comic-Con is the adult version of that same magic — a place where imagination takes center stage and your inner child can roam free without judgment. For me, growing up in rougher neighborhoods, I found solace in X-Men comics, Ninja Turtles episodes, and movies that transported me far from r...

Send us Fan Mail Thaddeus Shade is back fresh off the Warriors’ escape from Rikers — aka a brutal 7-game brawl with the Rockets — and now it’s war in the West. In this episode: Why that Rockets series was prison ball with a shot clock Draymond’s chaos, Steph’s tornado, and what really got Golden State through Anthony Edwards: The league’s new main character How Minnesota’s finesse might be exactly...

Send us Fan Mail Ever been so locked into a playoff game that even your soul was sweating? That’s exactly what Warriors vs. Rockets Game 4 delivered. Jimmy “Buckets” Butler turned cold-blooded, Draymond danced through foul trouble, and Steve Kerr pulled a Hack-a-Adams move that felt like chess against toddlers. This wasn’t just basketball—it was drama, strategy, and survival. But that same passion...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share the hilarious and frustrating story of how Border Patrol held me up on the way to Rocky Point, Mexico . From passport drama to unexpected checkpoints, hear how a simple Mexico trip with friends turned into a chaotic border-crossing saga. If you’ve ever had travel issues or wild group trips, this one’s for you. Thank you for listening now please go back and...

Send us Fan Mail After a little time off, Thaddeous Shade is back behind the mic—no guests, no filters. In this short reintroduction, he lays out what to expect from Seasonable Clout going forward: real life talk, film + TV deep dives, sports takes, and his signature Shade shenanigans. Also on deck: a tease of Monday’s full ep covering the Warriors’ situation and his early obsession with Sinners ,...

Send us Fan Mail SOLO BABY I’m back solo episode and i get to chuggin coffee ☕️ and letting lose about being pulled up on and asked for money I talked about Bill Nye the sience guy is still schooling 30 years later and maaaaaan i get to in zone about so many thing just Solo, baby, I’m back with a solo episode, and I get to chugging coffee ☕️ and letting loose about being approached and asked for...