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Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss cult classic books and movies!Join us as we chat about:-What we are reading, watching and listening to- Our favorite cult classics!-Our Nerdiest Things of the week!Want to vote on what we cover on Tuesday episodes? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our ⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Book Release News for November 3rd and 10th:RomantasyDefy the Dusk by Danielle L Jensen Captive Traitor King by Brigid KemmererDrown the Bones by Alexandra KenningtonMoon Cursed by Holly ReneeFantasyA Conspiracy of Charming Monsters: Illustrated Tales from Elfhame by Holly BlackThe Last King of Faerie (The Wicked Powers, #1) by Cassandra ClareDark RomanceThe Secrets of Clarence Manor by Devney PerryRomanceHim & I by Helena Hunting Wood You Be Mine by Daphne Elliot Too Cold for Comfort by Nisha TuliHorrorUntil the Last Light Goes Out by Courtney GouldShow Links:HeadlightsDancing With the StarsIt’s Not HerFlowers for AlgernonMiss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar ChildrenFlowers in the AtticSweet Valley HighSomething Wicked This Way ComesThe Hunger GamesGo the Fuck to SleepBrenda’s Beaver Needs a BarberHouse of LeavesThe Wedding SingerPretty in PinkThe Breakfast ClubDonnie DarkoMommie DearestLittle DarlingsYesteryearI Survived a Serial KillerAppalachian Mysteria The Red TentThe Da Vinci Code bookAtonement bookBabysitters Club booksSpeak novelGrease 2 HookLabyrinthSave the Last DanceNapoleon DynamiteHim & IWood You Be MineDefy the DuskCaptive Traitor KingThought Daughter ThursdaysDrown the Bones Moon CursedA Conspiracy of Charming Monsters: Illustrated Tales from Elfhame The Last King of Faerie The Secrets of Clarence ManorHim & IWood You Be MineToo Cold for ComfortUntil the Last Light Goes Out Twisted PawnCarrieThe Dungeon Anarchists CookbookFight ClubA Clockwork OrangeTrainspotting1984The Princess BrideRocky Horror Picture ShowThe Evil DeadOffice SpaceClerksThe Crow Listen in next Thursday to our book club episode, where we are covering Daggermouth by HM Wolfe!Want more?-Join our ⁠instagram⁠ channel for even more in-depth nerdiness!-Join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ for monthly book clubs, cocktail hours and more!-Catch up on previous seasons of the show by clicking ⁠here⁠!Have something nerdy to share? Message us!

Hello, fellow nerds! We're back with episode eight of HM Wolfe’s Daggermouth, a true enemies to lovers, dystopian, dark romance!Listen in to today’s episode where we discuss the following:What do you know about different wedding traditions from around the globe?Which historical figures have cool nicknames?Have you heard the story of the rescue of the Canadian Six?Visit ourournerdiestthing.com/cocktails⁠⁠ for this week’s themed cocktail recipe, named “Sweet Revenge”!Show links:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eugene_Bullardhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isabella_of_Francehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simo_H%C3%A4yh%C3%A4https://www.britannica.com/event/Canadian-Caperhttps://www.cia.gov/legacy/museum/exhibit/rescue-of-the-canadian-six-n-a-classic-case-of-deception/https://www.vogue.com/article/wedding-traditions-from-around-the-world Upcoming Book Club Chapter Episodes:Nov 12 - Chapters 25-27Dec 3 - Chapters 28-34Dec 17 - Chapters 35-40Want more?Join our ⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠ channel for even more in depth nerdiness!Join us on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ for monthly bookclubs, cocktail hours and more! Catch up on previous seasons of the show by clicking ⁠⁠here⁠⁠!Have something nerdy to share? Message us! 

Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss The Blair Witch Project and our spooky book recs!Join us as we chat about:The marketing behind the phenomenon of the Blair Witch ProjectOur thoughts on the movie itself, with Whitney and Mindy watching it for the first time in 2026, while Deb watched it in the theater in 1999Our spooky book recsOur Nerdiest Things of the Week that include Steve Zahn, Family Feud, and Reno 911Want to vote on what we cover on Tuesday episodes? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our ⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Book Release News for October 20th and 27th:Romantasy:A Court of Splintered Harmony by Sarah J MaasFantasyThe Tarot Trials by Katee RobertTo Dream in Darkness by Ann LiangParanormal Romance:With Hearts of Flame By Briar BoleynRomanceWild Wicked Mate by Laurie GilmoreA Married Little Christmas by Abby Jimenez The Keeper by Ana Huang HorrorScorpion Deep by CG DrewsSci FiMortal Things by Marie LuShow links:A Court of Splintered HarmonyA Tale of Trial and TormentThe Blair Witch ProjectThe Clearing podcastRiley SagerThe Children The Turn of the Screw Henry JamesNinth House Leigh BardugoIf It Makes You Happy Julie OliviaWell, ActuallyLove on the Brainhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Blair_Witch_Project https://www.instagram.com/reels/DQCXWKCERGE/ A Court of Splintered Harmony The Tarot TrialsTo Dream in DarknessWith Hearts of FlameWild Wicked MateA Married Little Christmas The Keeper Scorpion DeepMortal Things On the Wings of Blood Send HelpFor Whom the Bell TollsWhen the last light goes outSundial SugarcaneSlasher Girls and Monster BoysHouse of Rayne The CovenListen in on Thursday to our book club episode, where we are covering Daggermouth by HM Wolfe!Want more?-Join our ⁠instagram⁠ channel for even more in-depth nerdiness!-Join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ for monthly book clubs, cocktail hours and more!-Catch up on previous seasons of the show by clicking ⁠here⁠!Have something nerdy to share? Message us!

Hello, fellow nerds! We're back with episode six of HM Wolfe’s Daggermouth, a true enemies to lovers, dystopian, dark romance!Listen in to today’s episode where we discuss the following:- Do you know much about thriving matriarchal societies around the world? - Which celebrities are dealing with daddy issues?- Have dictators who were overthrown in history ever had to pay for their crimes?Visit ourournerdiestthing.com/cocktails⁠⁠ for this week’s themed cocktail recipe, named “Bullet Shaped Hole”!Show links:https://www.historysnob.com/historical-figures/20-evil-dictators-who-were-eventually-overthrown/4 https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/g28565280/matriarchal-societies-list/https://ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com/69772507.htmlhttps://people.com/parents/celebs-with-complicated-relationships-with-parents/Upcoming Book Club Chapter Episodes:Oct 29 - Chapters 20-24Nov 12 - Chapters 25-27Dec 3 - Chapters 28-34Dec 17 - Chapters 35-40Want more?Join our ⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠ channel for even more in depth nerdiness!Join us on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ for monthly bookclubs, cocktail hours and more! Catch up on previous seasons of the show by clicking ⁠⁠here⁠⁠!Have something nerdy to share? Message us!

Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Meghan Le Fay, author of Wings of Life and the upcoming Scales of Flame!  Be sure to read book one soon because Scales of Flame drops in November!Meghan Le Fay hails from present-day Earth, despite her lifelong dream of being born as an elf in Middle-earth. A constant and consummate fan of fantasy, she lives, breathes, and dreams in the spidery language of the magic. Her works are inspired by her obsessions with mythology, medieval history, and all things magical and mystical—especially dragons.When not writing or daydreaming of other realms, Meghan can be found avoiding the Arizona desert heat through reading, crafting, music, or dance. Or having wild adventures (both real and imaginary) with her family.Listen in as we chat more about Meghan’s books, Middle-earth, and dragons! Be sure to follow her @meghanlefayJoin our Instagram channel for even more in-depth nerdiness! Join our monthly bookclub on patreon!  Link in bioCatch up on previous seasons of the show by visiting ournerdiestthing.com or by searching for Our Nerdiest Thing wherever you listen to podcasts. Have something nerdy to share? Message us!  

Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss books that may or may not have aged well!Join us as we chat about:-What we are reading, watching and listening to-Books that hold up in scary ways and books that don’t hold up at all-Our Nerdiest Things of the week!Want to vote on what we cover on Tuesday episodes? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our ⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Book Release News for October 6th and 13th:Oct 6 Broken Rival by Tessa BaileyThe Sixth Faction by Veronica RothTwisted Vows by IV MarieHallowed Bones by Lucy SmokeThe Scarlett Ball by Nghi VoReap & Sow by Charlotte PlumbThe Lost Garden by Natalia HernandezVictorious by VE SchwabbLegends and Lattes - Graphic Novel by Travis BaldreeWondrous by Heather FawcettOct 13The Tulip Poplars by Silas HouseUntil the Last Light Goes Out by Courtney GouldShow Links:The Tulip Poplars by Silas HouseBroken RivalInto Oblivion Ember NicoleSt Denis Medical CenterBig Little Lies bookThe Particular Sadness of Lemon CakeTwilight book seriesHunger Games book seriesAcoustic Chill on Amazon MusicOld 97sThe Night We MetThe Giving TreeCode of MisconductThe Sixth Faction Twisted VowsHallowed Bones The Scarlett BallReap & SowThe Lost GardenVictorious Legends and Lattes Graphic NovelWondrousThe Tulip PoplarsUntil the Last Light Goes OutCharlie and the Chocolate FactoryThe Handmaid’s TaleOutlanderRomeo & JulietThe Stand The Craft Hidden History PodcastAurora Borealis LightListen in on Thursday to our book club episode, where we are covering Daggermouth by HM Wolfe!Want more?-Join our ⁠instagram⁠ channel for even more in-depth nerdiness!-Join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ for monthly book clubs, cocktail hours and more!-Catch up on previous seasons of the show by clicking ⁠here⁠!Have something nerdy to share? Message us! 

Hello, fellow nerds! It’s time for episode four of season seven!  This season we are covering HM Wolfe’s Daggermouth, a true enemies to lovers, dystopian, dark romance!  Join us for our nerdy deep dives and the lore in this book!Listen in to today’s episode where we discuss the following:How does vodka bring out the softer side of Shadera?What are your fave book recs with brother/sisters best friend?Have you ever met someone that made you want to bone and fight them at the same time?Click here for this week’s themed cocktail recipe, named “The UnAliver”!Show links:Sinner by Sierra SimoneJust for the Plot by Meghann QuinnThe Right Move by Liz TomfordeThe Chase by Elle KennedyProblematic Summer Romance by Ali HazelwoodUpcoming Book Club Chapter Episodes:Oct 15 - Chapters 16-19Oct 29 - Chapters 20-24Nov 12 - Chapters 25-27Dec 3 - Chapters 28-34Dec 17 - Chapters 35-40Want more? Join our instagram channel for even more in depth nerdiness! Join us on Patreon for monthly bookclubs, cocktail hours and more! Catch up on previous seasons of the show by clicking here!Have something nerdy to share? Message us! 

Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss books that we aren’t quite sure if we loved or hated, but we are definitely still thinking about them!Join us as we chat about:-What we are reading, watching and listening to-Books that we cannot decide were riveting or just pissed us off-Our Nerdiest Things of the week, including food and bookish summer camp!Want to vote on what we cover on Tuesday episodes? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our ⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Book Release News for September 22nd and 29th:RomanceFree Falling by Lyla SageFallen Rook by L.J. ShenTrust Fall by Lynn PainterHeated Rivalry Collector’s Edition by Rachel ReidRomantasyThe Sweetest Fiend by Raven KennedyKiss of the Black Flame by Helen ScheuererThe ​Mirror of Infinite Endings by Stephanie GarberThreshing Day by Rebecca YarrosFantasyThe Wretched Divine by Adalyn GraceEmpire by Sabaa TahirCursed City by Kate GoldenDystopianEscape Me by Tahereh MafiShow Links:Dead BeatGrim Tidings Mac Meyers Needs Me The Summer I Turned Pretty (book series)The Summer I Turned Pretty (TV series)The ChildrenWe Burned So BrightDevilThe Bonds That Tie audiobooksTed Lasso season 4Elements of BakingThe School For Good MothersBest Offer WinsThe CollectiveFree FallingFallen Rook Trust FallHeated Rivalry Collector’s EditionThe Sweetest Fiend Kiss of the Black Flame The ​Mirror of Infinite EndingsThreshing Day The Wretched DivineEmpireCursed City Escape MeLover EnthronedVoicemails for IsabelleA Court of Silver Flames Dream Girl Drama Tower of Dawn Dark Matter Mr. LullabyNinth House Pages and PinesListen in on Thursday to our book club episode, where we are covering Daggermouth by HM Wolfe!Want more?-Join our ⁠instagram⁠ channel for even more in-depth nerdiness!-Join us on ⁠Patreon⁠ for monthly book clubs, cocktail hours and more!-Catch up on previous seasons of the show by clicking ⁠here⁠!Have something nerdy to share? Message us!

Hello, fellow nerds! It’s time for episode two of season seven!  This season we are covering HM Wolfe’s Daggermouth, a true enemies to lovers, dystopian, dark romance!  Join us for our nerdy deep dives and the lore in this book!Listen in to today’s episode where we discuss the following:Would you recognize the symptoms of PTSD?How do ICE shock gloves compare to the brutality of the Heart’s guards?Drones and flock cameras vs. our privacyVisit ournerdiestthing.com for this week’s themed cocktail recipe, named “Superhero Landing”Show links: https://apnews.com/video/how-the-new-ice-electric-shock-gloves-work-a2fd3a1f82df4e16add2a8972cc92725https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20d292gdp4ohttps://thehill.com/homenews/administration/6024004-dhs-ice-shock-gloves/https://bloomingtonmeadows.com/blog/what-are-the-17-symptoms-of-ptsd/ https://angrynerds.co/blog/top-5-surprising-uses-of-drone-technology/https://www.inspiredflight.com/post/top-10-commercial-uses-for-dronesUpcoming Book Club Chapter Episodes:Oct 1 - Chapters 12-15Oct 15 - Chapters 16-19Oct 29 - Chapters 20-24Nov 12 - Chapters 25-27Dec 3 - Chapters 28-34Dec 17 - Chapters 35-40Want more?-Join our instagram channel for even more in-depth nerdiness!-Join us on Patreon for monthly live bookclubs, cocktail hours and more!-Catch up on previous seasons of the show by visiting ournerdiestthing.com!-Have something nerdy to share? Message us! 

Hello, fellow nerds! WELCOME TO SEASON 7! This season we are covering HM Wolfe’s Daggermouth, a true enemies to lovers, dystopian, dark romance!  Join us for our nerdy deep dives and the lore in this book!Listen in to today’s episode where we discuss the following:How the hell do you pronounce these character’s names?Where are the most famous red light districts located?How do eight shots of alcohol affect a person?What relationships have actually toppled empires?Visit ournerdiestthing.com for this week’s themed cocktail recipe, named “The Elevator Shaft”Show links: https://casaa.unm.edu/tools/baccalc.htmlhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/22689-blood-alcohol-content-bacH.M. Wolfe’s video pronunciation guide - https://www.instagram.com/reels/DYD0Us_x2Rl/https://www.historysnob.com/historical-figures/20-times-love-nearly-toppled-an-empire/13https://theculturetrip.com/europe/netherlands/amsterdam/articles/a-brief-history-of-amsterdams-red-light-district https://www.iexplore.com/experiences/weird-wacky/Worlds-Best-Red-Light-DistrictsUpcoming Book Club Chapter Episodes:Sept 10 - Chapters 1-5Sept 17 - Chapters 6-11Oct 1 - Chapters 12-15Oct 15 - Chapters 16-19Oct 29 - Chapters 20-24Nov 12 - Chapters 25-27Dec 3 - Chapters 28-34Dec 17 - Chapters 35-40Want more?-Join our instagram channel for even more in-depth nerdiness!-Join us on Patreon for monthly live bookclubs, cocktail hours and more!-Catch up on previous seasons of the show by visiting ournerdiestthing.com!-Have something nerdy to share? Message us!