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Nerdy Romantics Podcast

Nerdy Romantics Podcast

Y. M. Nelson

Romance and romantic women's fiction author Y. M. Nelson discusses the nerdy - superheroes, sci-fi and fantasy, and nerd pop culture; and the romantic - romance novels, romantic movies, and romance tropes she loves. We'll review books, TV, and movies; interview authors, and see who does what romance and nerd pop culture tropes best.
So if you like hearing about book boyfriends, HEAs, Star Trek, Marvel and DC Comics and romance books, then this podcast is for you!

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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Welcome to Nerdy Romantics Podcast

Welcome to Nerdy Romantics Podcast

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10/01/24 • 1 min

Do you love Romance novels?

Great! But wait ...

Do you also love nerd pop culture?

Like, do you have an opinion about the MCU or Zach Snyder’s Justice League?

Or maybe you get excited about a new Star Trek or Star Wars installment?

Or perhaps you’re always looking for ... “the precious”?

If you wish there was a podcast channel where you could hear about all of these, then Nerdy Romantics Podcast is it. My name is Y. M. Nelson, and I review romance, sci-fi, and fantasy novels, shows, and movies. Sometimes with guests!

I also have a newsletter where I talk about my own novels and nerdy and romantic recommendations.

So subscribe to the podcast and get your fix of Nerdy Romantic goodness!

Wait... That didn’t come out right.

Subscribe to Nerdy Romantics Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening!

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*Note: some links to book recs are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.
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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Ep.25 Star Trek: Picard, Season 2

Ep.25 Star Trek: Picard, Season 2

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11/29/22 • 95 min

Y. M. Nelson and guests Jen and Staci review Star Trek: Picard, Season 2 in anticipation of the final season in February 2023. They talk about how they become Trekkies and what this show in particular is doing right.

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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Queen Charlotte, a Bridgerton Story: Show Chat, pt.2
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07/18/24 • 42 min

My group of guests continue discussing the limited series inspired by Bridgerton, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story in this part 2 episode. We talk relationships, story-building, and give it a Goodreads rating among other topics.

As in all of our review chats, there are spoilers of the series and the books (Bridgerton, S1-S2; Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story novel by Julia Quinn & Shonda Rimes), so be warned before you listen.
We talked about:

  • Lady Danbury v. Princess Augusta
  • Shonda Rhimes storytelling technique and signature touches
  • Lady Whistledown narration
  • Clothes, makeup and HAIR
  • Lighting Love
  • The Music
  • "Sorrows, Sorrows, Prayers"
  • Lord and Lady Danbury's home
  • The Little Details
  • Our Goodreads rating for the series

*Note* This was previously a premium episode for my Nerdy Romantics Community. Instead of premium episodes, we are doing more things there that reflect ... well, community! Plus, we’re giving away some pretty exclusive stuff. It’s all for the fans who want to interact with each other. So, join us! https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membership

Tell us if you like having more than 1 episode a month from Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

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Get "Star Date" for free when you subscribe to the Nerdy Romantics Newsletter:
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*Note: some links to book recs are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.
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Episode 16 has romances that feature differently-abled main characters. Y. M. Nelson and Nerdy Romantics Dana and Staci along with new Nerdy Romantic Jen recommend several romance novels that showcase people finding love whether they are deaf, or disfigured, or on the autism spectrum.
Speaking of autism, did you know that April is Autism Awareness Month? (We did). Also, most of these books are by differently-abled authors! 😍🥰😍🤩 Even more incentive to pick up these recommendations. As if you needed it.
We also recommend more of these in the show notes

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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Ep. 3: Background on Nerdy Romantics Podcast
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10/14/20 • 16 min

Where did Y. M. Nelson come up with the Nerdy Romantics Podcast? What is this all about? How much of a trekkie can a romance author be, anyway? All of these questions and more answered in Episode 3. We talk superheroes, Star Trek, romance novels and romcoms.
More about Y. M. Nelson here.
Join the Nerdy Romantics FaceBook group here.

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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Queen Charlotte, A Bridgerton Story: Show Chat, pt. 1
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07/11/24 • 62 min

I had a full contingent once again of guest hosts to discuss the limited series inspired by Bridgerton, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Our conversation was just as lively as the show itself! None of us could get enough of this series. Here what we had to say in part 1 of Queen Charlotte, a show chat.
Topics we discuss:

  • Facts and Fiction (specifically Bridgerton fiction)
  • Our impressions and first thoughts about Queen Charlotte
  • The stories of 3 marriages and 3 ladies who have “lived”
  • Brimsley and Reynolds’ relationship
  • Being a Queen and "the Great Experiment"
  • The grandeur of the show that is costumes and makeup

*Note* This was previously a premium episode for my Nerdy Romantics Community. Instead of premium episodes, we are doing more things there that reflect ... well, community! Plus, we’re giving away some pretty exclusive stuff. It’s all for the fans who want to interact with each other. So, join us! https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membership
Tell us if you like having more than 1 episode a month from Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Show us some love with a text!

Get "Star Date" for free when you subscribe to the Nerdy Romantics Newsletter:
Go to https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/

Support the show

*Note: some links to book recs are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.
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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Ep.9 The Matrix Resurrections trailer review
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09/16/21 • 24 min

Author Y. M. Nelson talks impressions, points out Easter Eggs, and generally nerds out about the new Matrix movie, The Matrix Resurrections (Warner Brothers, 2021). This is only from seeing the trailer, not reading or watching any commentary. Not even looking at the IMDB page for the movie.
Do you plan to see the movie? Tweet or post on Instagram using #nerdyromanticspodcast. You can also comment on my IG post about this episode.
Twitter: @ymnelson1
Instagram: @authorymnelson
To watch the trailer, check out the Warner Brothers YouTube channel. https://youtu.be/9ix7TUGVYIo
(*Nerdy Romantics Podcast is not knowingly affiliated with Warner Brothers or any of its affiliates)

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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Review - finale talk continues, pt. 2
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08/24/23 • 57 min

Y. M. Nelson and guest hosts Staci and Jen discuss Star Trek Picard, season 3 in this episode packed full of impressions of the show, the characters we loved, the ones we wished we saw more of, and the plot points that made us think.
SPOILER ALERT
We will spoil ALL of Star Trek Picard, season 3, so please watch the season FIRST, then come back and join us.
#StarTrek #PicardSeason3

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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Star Trek Picard S3 Easter Eggs that will make Trekkies giddy!
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07/24/24 • 51 min

Listen as Y. M. Nelson goes through all 10 episodes of Season 3 of Star Trek Picard and point sout the Easter Eggs and nostalgic moments she saw. These moments will make #startrek fans giddy and nostalgic long after the season is over.
This episode contains SPOILERS of Star Trek Picard, Season 3, since I go through every episode.
Have an Easter egg that she forgot? Comment here or on the webpage for this episode with the Easter eggs that you saw?
*Note* This was previously a premium episode for my Nerdy Romantics Community. Instead of premium episodes, we are doing more things there that reflect ... well, community! Plus, we’re giving away some pretty exclusive stuff. It’s all for the fans who want to interact with each other. So, join us! https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membership
Tell us if you like having more than 1 episode a month from Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Show us some love with a text!

Get "Star Date" for free when you subscribe to the Nerdy Romantics Newsletter:
Go to https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/

Support the show

*Note: some links to book recs are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.
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Nerdy Romantics Podcast - Why Supacell was the Black superhero show we needed
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11/13/24 • 59 min

Y. M. Nelson, host, and guests Stacie and Marcie review the newest superhero/sci-fi hit show on Netflix: Supacell. Supacell is a superhero show set in South London, England that imagines what if the sickle cell gene mutated and instead held superpower instead of sickness? We talk about why we were drawn to the show and other topics such as:

  • How we found the show
  • Having a mostly Black cast on a superhero show
  • Comparing this to other superhero shows and movies that are more mainstream
  • The main characters and their various stories as they discover their superpowers

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FAQ

How many episodes does Nerdy Romantics Podcast have?

Nerdy Romantics Podcast currently has 58 episodes available.

What topics does Nerdy Romantics Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Sci-Fi, Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, Podcasts, Books, Superheroes, Arts, Nerdy, Fantasy, Dc Comics, Romance, Tv & Film and Film Reviews.

What is the most popular episode on Nerdy Romantics Podcast?

The episode title 'Ep.24 Plus-Sized Romances - Who Gets an HEA?' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Nerdy Romantics Podcast?

The average episode length on Nerdy Romantics Podcast is 58 minutes.

How often are episodes of Nerdy Romantics Podcast released?

Episodes of Nerdy Romantics Podcast are typically released every 27 days.

When was the first episode of Nerdy Romantics Podcast?

The first episode of Nerdy Romantics Podcast was released on Oct 14, 2020.

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