WE BACK SEASON 2!

Josh and his friend Cisco review the Noche De Los Grandes Triple A showdown between The Original Grande Americano and El Grande Americano. They discuss how a novella unraveled before our eyes and how a gimmick character transformed into a cultural icon.

On this episode, Josh and his friend Frankie talk about the current state of wrestling, what they love, what they hate, and what WWE can do to change things up before fans fully give up on it.

Our friend Jay shares his personal story growing up while not being considered "Latino enough", even though he has lived the Latino experience. To being woken up at 7am on Saturday by house cleaning music and having extensive knowledge of his grandmas favorite telenovelas, he shares his love for games, comics, and certain anime characters that helped shaped who he is today.

The Que Pasa Nerds Podcast returns after a long hiatus, discussing the impact of Maul Shadow Lord, the influence of Dave Filoni, and the fantasy matchup between Maul and Vader. The conversation delves into the intrigue of Vader, reimagining his menace, introducing new characters, exploring the potential of Starkiller, and cooking up new storylines, The future of Star Wars is also discussed, highlighting the ongoing developments and the anticipation for new content.Chapters00:00 The Return of the Que Pasa Nerds Podcast08:00 Mall's Character Development13:00 The Success of Mall Shadowlord19:11 The Intrigue of Vader25:05 Cooking Up New Storylines32:05 Expanding the Star Wars Universe

On this episode we talk about our favorite anime and cartoons, reflecting on how they have impacted our lives and the Latino community. We discuss comparison of storytelling and themes in anime versus American cartoons, highlighting the depth and cultural significance of both forms of entertainment. In this conversation, we explore the differences and similarities between anime and American cartoons, focusing on storytelling, accessibility, and cultural impact. We discuss how anime has evolved to become a dominant force in entertainment, particularly in its ability to resonate with audiences through relatable themes and character development. The impact of Spanish dubs on the accessibility of anime in Latino cultures is highlighted, as well as the role of music in enhancing the storytelling experience. We conclude by reflecting on the future of animation and the importance of supporting both anime and cartoons.

Host Josh and his friends Trent and Jay dive into the world of wrestling, discussing its current popularity. We discussits crossover into mainstream pop culture and its significance within Latino and black communities. We also highlight the emotional connections fans have with wrestling making it a unique form of entertainment that resonates across generations.

In this episode, the Josh discusses the connection of nerd culture and mental health, particularly within the Latino community. He shares personal insights from his experience as a youth counselor, highlighting the stigma surrounding mental health and the cultural perceptions of nerd culture. The conversation explores how entertainment serves as a coping mechanism and emphasizes the importance of community and open dialogue about struggles and passions.

In this episode, the hosts return after a long hiatus, discussing their personal lives, the challenges of balancing work and creativity, and their excitement to reconnect with their audience. They reflect on the importance of having a creative outlet and the impact of pop culture, particularly anime and movies, on their lives. The conversation also touches on future plans for the podcast, including community engagement and discussions around Latino culture and mental health.

The boys talk Star Wars and about their favorite characters and stories. They also come up with their own "What If" scenarios.

The Que Pasa Nerds Podcast is back! Josh introduces a new host for the show and we talk about what currently has our attention. Follow us on our socials @quepasanerds for more content!