Stories For Nerds Podcast
203 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsA podcast for avid sci-fi & fantasy readers who want to connect with authors who enjoy comics, video games, movies, anime, & more!
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Episodes
Chadwick Boseman, Avengers Game, Mandalorian Season 2
September 04, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBAbby, Scott, Erik, and Raphyel take a brief moment to remember the late Chadwick Boseman, who passed away after a four-year-long battle with cancer. In lighter news, the also discuss the upcoming forms of nerdy entertainment arriving via Marvel's Avengers game and the premier date of Star Wars: the Mandalorian Season 2. Support the show
Concluding SFN's "Daddy's Bag"
August 21, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBAbby brings "Daddy's Bag" to a conclusion with the preservation of magic being threatened after Friesen discovers the whereabouts of the powerful bag that was once protected by seven-year-old Diana's father. With the sudden arrival of an unexpected hand offering help, will the power of magic be saved, or shall it forever be lost and corrupted by power? In other news, Abby keeps fueling the fire with her stories on Wattpad while Scott and son venture into an alternate historical adventure. ...
Marvel's Avengers Game, Umbrella Academy Season 2, Mulan Movie
August 07, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIn this Nerdy Chat EpiXode, the team discuss some of the latest news that have been trending across the internet, including Disney+'s release of Mulan, Marvel's Avengers Game and its PS4 exclusive character, the latest season of Netlix's Umbrella Academy, and the surprising return of Ren & Stimpy to Comedy Central. Abby and Scott also share some exciting news on their personal writing projects. Support the show
The Climax of SFN's "Daddy' Bag"
July 24, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBWhile seven-year-old Diana comes to grips with the sudden loss of her father and the reality that she was responsible for his death, a mysterious gentleman introduces himself to her during the burial with a shocking revelation and offer that she could've never expected. This offer, however, may come at a price Diana may not be ready to accept. Support the show
Beastars, Ready Player Two, ID:Invaded Anime
July 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBAbby, Scott, and Raphyel are in full swing with their writing projects, earning nominations, finalizing manuscripts, and completing edits. The gang also has loads of nerdy news to share as Abby watches the Beastars anime based off of Scott and Raphyel's strong recommendation. Erik also shares his thoughts on another anime called ID: Invaded, while Raphyel catches up on video games during his week-long vacation. Support the show
Beginning SFN's "Daddy's Bag"
June 26, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBScott takes us to an alternate history where little Diana learns a hard lesson about the price of magic while her loving parents ctry to protect her from the unknown dangers surrounding her household. The gang also briefly discusses the recent sexual assault allegations arising within the gaming community. Support the show
Black Lives Matter & Nerdy Chat
June 12, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBIn the wake of recent events, the SFN gang opens up about their feelings surrounding the death of George Floyd and the ongoing battle against the established racism in the United States before discussing news surrounding ComicCon, the highly-anticipated Last of Us 2, and the latest nerdy entertainment recommendations. Support the show
Concluding SFN's "Beautiful Nature"
June 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBRaphyel draw's this dystopian tale to a close. Why was Nadia's ability kept a secret? When was it first revealed? What intentions does her father, the ruthless Senator Vance, have for it? All answers are revealed as the college student comes to terms with her sudden new place in society and how they might impact her relationship with her family. Abby also has some more exciting news in the land of Wattpad while Scott makes preparations for a digital con. Support the show
Lightbringer, Snowpiercer, the Guild & D&D
May 18, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBWith certain aspects of entertainment at a standstill due to the pandemic, members of the SFN gang play catch up with items they've had on their radar while keeping a lookout on some upcoming entertainment arriving later on in the month. Raphyel, Scott, and Abby are also making progress on their personal writing assignments. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/StoriesForNerds)
Lightbringer, Snowpiercer, the Guild & D&D
May 18, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBWith certain aspects of entertainment at a standstill due to the pandemic, members of the SFN gang play catch up with items they've had on their radar while keeping a lookout on some upcoming entertainment arriving later on in the month. Raphyel, Scott, and Abby are also making progress on their personal writing assignments. Support the show
Climax of SFN's "Beautiful Nature
May 04, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBScott Parkin is at the helm for the second segment of the dystopian shot story, "Beautiful Nature". Nadia discovers there's a high price for being a "perfected" human being, and her new-found gift might have a corelation to it. With the aid of her new friend, security guard Charles, she's determined to get discover the missing link, one way or another. Abby, Scott, and Raphyel both have some great updates on their personal writing projects, as well. Support the show
Nerdy Nostalgia, Outlander, Legacies, Gate Anime, Gears 5
April 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBAs we all press through the quarantine, the gang keeps itself occupied by going back to games and shows that remind them of a simpler period. In the meantime, Abby, Scott, and Raphyel work on individual short stories in preparation of the anthology contest from the author network that connected them on Day 1. Support the show
Beginning SFN's "Beautiful Nature"
April 06, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBWhile the gang is bunkered down like the rest of the world, Abby takes point with the beginning to a new sci-fi collaboration set in a world where human worth is determined by the various levels of augmentation foregone. One young woman who has struggled with these enhancements discovers there may be plans in store for her future that she hadn't anticipated, or desired. Support the show
Castlevania, Outlander, & Thoughts On the Virus
March 23, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBThe team offers a lengthy conversation about the items keeping them busy during the wake of the coronavirus pandemic while offering thoughts of encouragement. Abby, Scott, and Raphyel all have major updates regarding their writing projects along with a return to nerdy sci-fi and fantasy book recommendations following a brief hiatus. Support the show
Castlevania, Outlander, & Thoughts On the Virus
March 23, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBThe team offers a lengthy conversation about the items keeping them busy during the wake of the coronavirus pandemic while offering thoughts of encouragement. Abby, Scott, and Raphyel all have major updates regarding their writing projects along with a return to nerdy sci-fi and fantasy book recommendations following a brief hiatus. Support the show
Concluding SFN's "Friendly With the Neighbors"
March 09, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBA surprising exchange of events reveals the true culprit to the murders of within the co-habitant human-orc village of Red Stone, forcing Knight Mathias of Vidmire to choose the loyalty to his lord or own sense of just and honor in the final pages of SFN's "Friendly With the Neighbors." Raphyel also announces more content for Wattpad supporters on the website along with social media while Abby garners more exciting offers from the social media network. Support the show
Sonic the Hedgehog, Docuramas, Anime, Persona 5 Royal
February 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBIn the latest Nerdy Chat EpiXode of the SFN Podcast that's filled with loads of nerdy content updates, we learn Abby's story on Wattpad is starting to heat up while Scott makes a publishing deal during a local creative conference he helps organize. The rest of the crew also shares thoughts on the Sonic the Hedgehog film, the creative inspirations offered in docuramas and world history, a load of anime recommendations offered by Scott and Erik, and the anticipation and anguish behind the upco...
The Climax of SFN's "Friendly With the Neighbors"
February 10, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBAbby take's the tale of the murder case set in a land filled with knights, mages, and orcs to a surprising twist as Mathias and Gwen realize there is more at stake than the delicate peace their people and the orcs are attempting to maintain. Abby also reveals her latest accomplishment on Wattpad while Scott and Raphyel try to get a better handle on their own writing projects. Support the show
Nerdy Chat: The Witcher, Star Trek, & Studio Ghibli
January 27, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBAll hands are back on deck with Erik Johnson joining the rest of the SFN gang with the 5th season's 1st nerdy chat EpiXode. Abby shares her thoughts on the Netflix Witcher series after watching the first season, Erik discusses his newfound fandom for Star Trek and the latest shows premiering on CBS All Access, Scott leads a chat about his latest anime splurges and the inspiration of the influential Studio Ghibli studios, with Raphyel sharing his final thoughts on Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice...
Nerdy Chat: The Witcher, Star Trek, & Studio Ghibli
January 27, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBAll hands are back on deck with Erik Johnson joining the rest of the SFN gang with the 5th season's 1st nerdy chat EpiXode. Abby shares her thoughts on the Netflix Witcher series after watching the first season, Erik discusses his newfound fandom for Star Trek and the latest shows premiering on CBS All Access, Scott leads a chat about his latest anime splurges and the inspiration of the influential Studio Ghibli studios, with Raphyel sharing his final thoughts on Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice...
Starting the New Year With A Fantasy Mystery
January 13, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBAbby, Scott, and Raphyel begin the fifth season of the podcast with a story that will take listeners to a realm where humans and orcs are struggling to keep a new peace orcestrated between each other after a sudden incident occurs within a co-inhabited village. A human knight and his mage partner are sent to investigate, though tensions between the two races may keep them from discovering what truly happened. The gang also discuss what nerdy books, anime, television shows, video games, and ...
The Best Stories of 2019
December 27, 2019 00:00 - 2 hours - 83.7 MBWith the final EpiXode of 2019, Abby, Scott, Erik, and Raphyel announce the list of winners for the chosen best science fiction and fantasy stories of the year, provided by the SFN subscribers. From film, television, games, anime, characters, and more, the gang review and share their thoughts on the winners while making plans for the Holiday vacations. Support the show
Concluding "A Pocketful of Sky" Lit RPG
December 16, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBAbby brings the final Story By Nerds audio adventure to a close with some surprising twists and revelations for Na as she uncovers more secrets about the virtual gaming realm she has come upon. The gang also discuss their latest nerdy projects and detail the remainder of this year's season and schedule. Support the show
Jedi Fallen Order Game, First Law Trilogy, & Assassin's Bride Anime
December 05, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBDuring this nerdy chat EpiXode, the gang discuss the latest nerdy items. We cover anime like the Assassin's Bride and the Dragon Prince, books like Joe Abercrombie's "the First Law Trilogy," and a list of other fun items that keep them busy during the lead-in into the Holiday Season. Support the show
The Climax To "A Pocketful of Sky" Lit RPG
November 21, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBRaphyel takes on the next segment of "A Pocketful of Sky," where Na is transferred into a new world filled with wonders and systems she's seen before within various games she's played before. However, when she comes across a band of other players in order to face an unexpected threat, she and the others will discover that there might be more to Na than she even imagined. The gang also discuss updates to their personal projects, book recommendations, anime, and thoughts on Disney+ and its st...
Author Shannon Humphrey, Disney+, & Halloween Activities
November 07, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBAuthor Shannon Humphrey joins Abby and Raphyel to discuss her sci-fi thriller, "the Skin Trials" and her creative writing process. The crew also goes the details of the upcoming Disney+ streaming service along with its various subscription options, Death Stranding, and Halloween festivities. Support the show
We're Starting A LitRPG Short
October 24, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBScott Parkin's at the helm as the SFN gang journey into creating a LitRPG, a genre neither of them has ever attempted. Fortunately, with their nerdy background in D&D, gaming, and anime that's inspired by the genre, the team opens the new adventure with a young woman with a keen eye who quickly notices certain things aren't as they seem. The gang also have personal updates while they share thoughts on the latest nerdy items they've been tackling since their last meetup. Support the show
Author Zach Chopchinski, Ad Astra, Carole & Tuesday Anime
October 10, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBThis nerdy chat EpiXode opens up with Featured Storyteller, USA Bestseller "Bowtie Author" Zachary Chopchinski on the show. The gang follows up with discussions around the film Ad Astra and various anime like Tokyo Ghoul and Carole & Tuesday. Support the show
Deja Vu Time Travel Story Concludes
September 27, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBAbby Goldsmith brings a close to Dr. Jeremy Daniels' time traveling adventure with the superhuman team, the Almighties, revealing there might be more at play than a group of superheroes can handle on their own. Support the show
Dark Crystal, Forever 15, & Nerd Conventions
September 12, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBAbby, Scott, Erik, and Raphyel talk about some of the most popular nerd conventions in the States and the uniqueness to each of them, mainly focusing on Atlanta's DragonCon. Abby offers some historical book recommendations while Scott, Erik, and Raphyel all have some different take on some of the latest anime like Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress and Cannon Busters. Support the show
The Time Travel Audio Adventure, "Deja Vu," Continues
August 29, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBScott Parkin takes the next segment of the Story By Nerds short, "Deja Vu," through a fun and colorful montage of Dr. Jeremy Daniels attempting to escape the time loop his former employees trapped him and the team of superhumans known as the Almighties in. Abby shares details on the fun she had during her vacation while Raphyel offers promising updates on his standalone sci-fi novel. The team also discusses the announcement of Spider-Man leaving the MCU after Disney and Sony's failure to rea...
The Lion King Review, Anime, Amazon's the Boys
August 16, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBScott, Erik, and Raphyel have a nerdy chat about the latest anime, films,television shows, and videos that have kept them occupied for the past week. Topics include Raphyel and Erik's thoughts on the Lion King, Erik's experience with the latest Final Fantasy 14 content, anime, and the word on the street about Amazon's the Boys. Support the show
It's the Start of A Time Loop Story!
August 01, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 50 MBAn enraged scientist bent on revealing his corrupt organization's ill intent for the world's first time machine must face more than he bargained for in the latest sci-fi adventure by Raphyel, Scott, and Abby. The team also share more thoughts on Spider-Man: Far From Home, Stranger Things Season 3, and the trailer to the upcoming Cats movie. Support the show
Stranger Things 3, Spider-Man Far From Home, Wheel of Time, & More
July 18, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBDuring this nerdy chat EpiXode, Scott, Abby, Erik, and Raphyel discuss the most recent releases in film and television that are buzzing around in nerd culture. Did Stranger Things 3 live up to previous season standards? Did Spidey's Far From Home film bring a solid conclusion to MCU's Phase 3? Are there any books, shows, films, or games worth checking out as we creep up to the quieter period of media in the year (chyeah, said no book lover EVER :P)? Support the show
Concluding Our Dark Fantasy Adventure
July 04, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBScott Parkin wraps things up with the captivating conclusion of what is now called, "the Last of Her Kind." Five years have passed, with Rezza and Markus once again journeying back through the Undead Barrier to pay their "respects" to the gnome that has managed to rule over their lives since Markus was born. What will be the final outcome to this dreadful agreement Rezza made when she was a child? Will she finally lose Markus--or better yet--has she lost him already? The gang also offer upda...
How Was E3 2019?
June 20, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBErik and Raphyel run a duo this EpiXode to share their thoughts on the games revealed during this year's E3 Conference, covering all the major shows, conferences, events, and big reveals that were made throughout the entire week. They also discuss Godzilla: King of Monsters and the latest releases in nerdy entertainment. Support the show
The Tale of the Gnome Continues
June 06, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 29.8 MBRaphyel continues the fantasy story of Ressa, who made a with a gnome in order to escape her evil father, the Grand Sorcerer when she was a young girl. Now grown and with a family of her own, Ressa must come to grips with the arrangement she made those many years ago as she returns to the gnome with the one affected by the agreement the most in her company. Abby and Raphyel also share their final thoughts on the Game of Thrones finale, while Scott offers some hidden gems currently streaming....
2019 Summer Blockbuster Films Pt2
May 23, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 34.3 MBThe entire gang is on the scene to conclude the second batch of Summer Blockbuster films coming out this year. Toy Story, the Lion King, Spider-Man: Far From Home, we cover that and more along with updates on current personal projects and thoughts on the second-to-last episode of Game of Thrones. Support the show
A Dark Fantasy Adventure In the Making
May 09, 2019 04:00 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MBAbby kicks off our second audio adventure in this EpiXode, where we follow a young girl journeying into the darkest realms of a forest in order to escape her oppressive father, the land's Grand Sorcerer . She finds herself in the company of a gnome who might be able to help her avoid her unpleasant fate, if only to replace it for one that might be worse... Support the show
2019 Summer Blockbuster Films Pt1
April 26, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 40.2 MBIt's that time again! Abby, Scott, Erik, and Raphyel share their thoughts on the first half of this Summer's blockbuster films, starting with Avengers: Endgame. The team also preps for the next installment in their audio Stories For Nerd adventure, with Abby at the helm of the first part. Support the show
Concluding Our First Story For Nerds
April 11, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBRaphyel concludes the SFN gang's first audio story, with the proposal between the Mennoans and the Commonwealth going in the clever Alex's favor...or so he thinks. The team also have some positive updates for their own personal projects before catching up on their latest nerdy interests within TV and gaming. Support the show
Author Derek Kunsken, Captain Marvel, & the MCU
March 28, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 32.6 MBFeatured Storyteller Derek Kunsken joins the podcast gang to discuss his amazing debut novel, the Quantum Magician, and share his thoughts on Captain Marvel and the direction of storytelling in the MCU. The gang also discuss Netlix's latest gauntlet drop for anime nerds along with another possible game of the year, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Support the show
The Climax To Our First Story For Nerds
March 14, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 32.3 MBSFN's Abby Goldsmith takes the helm with the second segment to the podcast's first audio adventure, picking up with our band of space merchants having their ship being searched by the authorities. Things, however, take a shocking turn, as the truth behind the cargo being carried is finally revealed. The gang also offers some fantastic updates on their own projects while offering the latest nerdy news and recommendations for books, video games, anime, and film. Support the show
Gaming Controversies & Author Struggles
February 28, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 39.3 MBThe entire SFN Podcast gang return with a fiery discussion on controversial issues modern storytellers face when creating video games and writing stories. They also do a brief review of their latest audio adventure that was started in our previous EpiXode Co-host Scott Parkin. Support the show
Our First Official Story For Nerds
February 14, 2019 05:00 - 56 minutes - 26.1 MBAfter three seasons of discussing elements in stories, Abby, Scott, and Raphyel finally reveal the introduction to their first segment to their collaborative sci-fi adventure, where a band of space merchants get an unexpected inspection from the galactic law. But what do they have to worry about? They're just carrying normal cargo...right? Support the show
Nerdy Chat: Punisher 2, Glass, Dragon Ball super Broly
January 31, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBWhile Scott is working on the first part of our first nerdy story for listeners, the SFN gang discuss the various responses people may have towards Netflix's Punisher Season 2 along with thoughts on other recent nerdy entertainment like Glass and Dragon Ball Super: Broly. The authors in the crew also offer some promising updates on their personal projects. Support the show
New Year, New Team, New Format
January 17, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBFollowing a month-long Holiday Season break, the Stories For Nerds Podcast returns with a brand new vibe as the gang introduce two new part-time co-hosts-- Erik Johnson and Patrick Bonsu --along with an exciting new show format. With seasons discussing the various aspects and elements to storytelling under its belt, the SFN Podcast hosts are going to bring actual stories to its listeners. Scott, Abby, and Raphyel brainstorm the show's initial adventure the year's first EpiXode to offer a sma...
The Best Stories of 2018
December 27, 2018 22:00 - 1 hour - 34.9 MBThe SFN gang concludes its 3rd season with a review of the best science fiction and fantasy stories told throughout all our favorite forms of modern media and announce the best received adventures, voted by SFN newsletter subscribers. Support the show
Characters With Inner Demons
November 29, 2018 05:00 - 52 minutes - 24.1 MBCAUTION: SORRY FOR THE BAD AUDIO THIS ROUND. SOME OF THE TEAM RECORDED REMOTELY DUE TO THE HOLIDAY Featured Storyteller Author Nicky Drayden of "Prey of the Gods" fame discusses her sophomore novel, "Temper," and how characters might face a bigger conflict with their inner struggles than an overall conflict in a story. The gang also briefly discuss the passing of the Great Stan Lee and also offer insight on what to expect on the next and final EpiXode of the year. Support the show
NaNoWriMo
November 15, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBWith the National Novel Writing Month underway, Abby, Scott, and Raphyel explain how the event is one that benefits both writers and readers alike and the extent that it has effected their own writing habits. Abby and Scott both have some awesome news to offer, one of them that will benefit subscribers. Support the show