Nerd of Godcast

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Neurodivergent- with special guest DeAnna Petruch Nov 18, 2025

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This episode we talk to DeAnna Petruch, author of KidMin Pocket Guide: Neurodivergent Kids. We’ll talk about some of our favorite characters who are on the spectrum, about how neurodivergence shows up in nerd culture and media, and about what the church can do to better love and disciple neurodivergent kids (and teens and adults, too.)

We’ll also explore how representation can shape understanding, discuss the difference between helpful portrayals and harmful stereotypes, and share practical ways ministries and communities can become more inclusive and affirming.

PLUS—our King of All Nerds: Best Thing Ever bracket marches on, and we throw down a special 2 Question Interview all about Man's Best Friend… his cell phone.

Funny, thoughtful, nerdy, and heartfelt—this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

All*Play- Come play our geeky games! Nov 04, 2025

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On this episode we create nerdy games to challenge, perplex and amuse based on the Bible, pop-culture and nerdy deep cuts! Won't you play along with us?

"Spoopy Season 25" or "How Scary is Too Scary for a Christian?" Oct 21, 2025

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In this spooky-fun episode of Nerd of Godcast, the crew dives into the strange tension between fear and faith — why do we spend so much of life trying to avoid fear, yet seek it out for entertainment? From haunted houses to horror games, we explore what draws us to the things that make our skin crawl and how followers of Jesus can be wise about what we watch, play, and enjoy.

Join us for deep thoughts, dumb jokes, and the reminder that God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7) — even when the Wi-Fi goes out in the graveyard.

Christians are Crazy -or- How Insider Church Culture Looks to Those on the Outside Oct 07, 2025

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Christians Are Crazy — or at least that’s what it can look like from the outside. In this tongue-in-cheek episode of the Nerd of Godcast, we take an honest look at the things church people do that seem perfectly normal to us but downright strange to anyone outside church culture. From singing about blood to raising hands and praying hedges of protection, we unpack the weird, wonderful, and occasionally cringey parts of Christian life — and how we can better represent our faith to a watching world.

We also cast our votes in this week’s Best Thing Ever tournament bracket, sit down with Eric Anderson, author of Dead False Gods, to talk faith and Stargate, and assign what might just be our worst Dumpster-Dive homework of the season.

If you’ve ever thought, “Christians are kind of crazy,” or if you’re one of us and want to laugh at ourselves while growing a little wiser — this episode is for you.

The Best Laid Plans -or- The Art of Making the Best of the Unexpected Sep 23, 2025

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We weren't even supposed to be here today... cancelled guest, almost no crew, we don't even have a plan on what to talk about. But somehow things not going according to plan created a path for us to talk about the unexpected moments in our live that God uses to bring growth and fruitfulness.

We talk Star Trek, the Letterboxd App, throw down with this weeks Best Thing Ever and have a good time talking about what was, what wasn't and what might have been.

How to Deal With Distractions and LOOK A SQUIRREL! Sep 09, 2025

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This week on the Nerd of Godcast we’re talking all about distraction—how it derails us, why we lean on it, and how it can sneak into our spiritual lives. We’ll dive into the Bible’s perspective on staying centered when everything pulls for our attention. Plus, we review KPop Demon Hunter and Ice Cube's War of the Worlds.

Join the conversation, laugh along, and maybe even find some focus for your own journey.

Smells Like Team Spirit Aug 26, 2025

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Join the crew (well, just the boys) as we dive into the world of team dynamics—from fandoms like the X-Men to our very own family of faith. Plus we dive into the dumpster to put 2015’s Fantastic Four movie under the microscope (and challenge ourselves to say something nice about it), unpack what makes great teams work both on screen and in real life, and kick off our Best Nerds Ever bracket to see what’s rising to the top.

Plenty of laughs, insights, and nerdy fun along the way.

Let's Do This Again Aug 12, 2025

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Here we go—Season 10 begins with a spicy question: why do we keep trying to make certain pop-culture things “a thing” when they never quite work? In “LET’S TRY THIS AGAIN,” the NOG crew riffs on franchises and trends that won’t die—think Sony’s non-Spidey spin-offs (Morbius, Madame Web)—then we ask: If you could fix one, which would you fix and how?

Plus:

• The Season 10 BEST THING EVER Tournament kicks off

• Review: Fantastic Four: First Steps

• A rapid-fire 2 Question Interview

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We Can Hope Again- Season Nein Finale May 20, 2025

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Is Nerd Culture Making a Comeback? And What That Means for Your Faith

After years of disappointment in the geek world—from underwhelming sequels to franchise fatigue—Andor and Thunderbolts are finally giving fans a reason to believe again. But what happens when that same kind of hope stirs in our spiritual lives? Join us for a deep dive into fandom revival, faith restoration, and why both might be more connected than you think. Whether you're a Star Wars diehard, MCU fan, or just someone looking for meaning beyond the screen, this episode is for you.

Ketchup with Friends Apr 29, 2025

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Catching Up & Nerding Out – Games, Faves, and Would You Rather!

After an unintentional break, the Nerd of Godcast crew is back at the table for a casual catch-up episode full of laughs, games, and geeky goodness! In this laid-back convo, we play a few "get to know you" games, share what we've been into lately—TV shows, games, comics, and more—and dive into a nerdy round of Would You Rather that puts our fandom preferences to the test.

Topics include:

🕹️ Favorite current fandoms

🎮 Geeky would-you-rathers

🎲 Games & laughs

🙌 A little heart, a lot of geekiness

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