Wired Nerdy Podcast

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Are you a fan of technology, video games, comic books, or movies? Are you looking to save money or seeking recommendations for technology that can make your life easier? Do you enjoy learning interesting facts and trivia to share with others at parties or work? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we have the perfect place for you! Wired Nerdy is a podcast that celebrates all things geek culture. Don't miss out on the chance to discover something new. You can watch or listen at any time. We hope you join us weekly!

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Wired Nerdy S4E2: Interview with Veteran Game Designer Benson Russell

    What really goes into making a great game? In this episode of Wired Nerdy, we sit down with Benson Russell, a veteran game designer with over 30 years in the industry and credits that include Uncharted 3, The Last of Us, and Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare. From the early days of breaking into a scrappy industry to shaping some of the most iconic modern AAA titles, Benson shares the real story behind game development. We go beyond surface-level talk and dive into: How Benson got his start in game development The biggest lessons from 30+ years designing games What players don’t see behind AAA development Why modern games are so complex to build The truth about updates, delays, and shipping games Game-to-film adaptations, what works and what fails Fixing “development dysfunction” inside studios AI’s real impact on the future of gaming What excites (and concerns) him about where games are headed If you love games, game design, or want to understand how the industry really works, this conversation gives you an insider’s perspective you won’t hear anywhere else. About Benson Russell https://www.unhandledexceptions.io/ Benson Russell is a veteran game designer and founder of Unhandled Exceptions, where he helps studios solve development challenges and ship better games. Over his career, he has contributed to some of the most influential AAA titles in modern gaming. Wired Nerdy Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wirednerdypodcastWired Nerdy Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571242544979 Also, check out the Wired Nerdy Website and Merch Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sites.google.com/view/wirednerdypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (merch prices lowered!) Search for the Wired Nerdy Podcast on your favorite platform.

    2h 40m
  2. Wired Nerdy S4E1: Back in Black

    25 JAN

    Wired Nerdy S4E1: Back in Black

    In this episode of the Wired Nerdy Podcast, hosts Pixelhavok and Glockified dive into the latest in gaming and technology. They discuss the impact of AI on RAM prices, the future of gaming consoles, and the challenges of balancing work and gaming. The duo also shares insights on the Unreal Engine’s role in Hollywood and the benefits of using Mac for productivity. Join them for a deep dive into the world of tech and gaming, with a focus on quality over quantity as they kick off season four. Wired Nerdy Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wirednerdypodcastWired Nerdy Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571242544979 Also, check out the Wired Nerdy Website and Merch Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sites.google.com/view/wirednerdypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (merch prices lowered!) Search for Wired Nerdy Podcast on your favorite platform.

    52 min
  3. Out of the Bottle: The Game Genie Story

    04/12/2025 · BONUS

    Out of the Bottle: The Game Genie Story

    The Game Genie wasn’t just a cheat device. It was a revolution. This short documentary uncovers the wild story behind the accessory that let players bend their NES and Genesis games to their will. From the tech that made the magic happen, to heated courtroom battles, to the cultural impact it left behind, we cover it all.If you love retro gaming, hidden history, or just want to know why this little gold cartridge caused such a stir, hit play.

    19 min
  4. Wired Nerdy S3 E36 - Making the Grade

    25/11/2025

    Wired Nerdy S3 E36 - Making the Grade

    In this episode of the Wired Nerdy Podcast, hosts Keith and Doug return from a brief hiatus to dive into a lively discussion about their latest adventures in comic book collecting, the excitement of grading rare finds, and the thrill of hunting for elusive issues. They also explore the latest in gaming news, including the much-anticipated Steam Box and the ongoing RAM shortage affecting the tech world. Join them for a fun and engaging conversation filled with personal anecdotes, geeky insights, and a shared passion for all things nerdy. Don’t miss out on this episode packed with humor, nostalgia, and a touch of holiday spirit! Stay nerdy! Wired Nerdy Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wirednerdypodcastWired Nerdy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571242544979 Also, check out the Wired Nerdy Website and Merch Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sites.google.com/view/wirednerdypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (merch prices lowered!) Search for Wired Nerdy Podcast on your favorite platform.

    44 min
  5. Wired Nerdy S3 E35 - The Friday of the Black

    09/11/2025

    Wired Nerdy S3 E35 - The Friday of the Black

    In this episode of the Wired Nerdy Podcast, hosts Keith and Doug dive into the latest tech news and gaming updates. They discuss Apple’s surprising move to introduce budget-friendly MacBooks and its pivot to Google’s Gemini AI system. The duo also explores the challenges and changes in Battlefield 6, and share their thoughts on the Game of the Year Awards shortlist. As the holiday season approaches, they offer insights on Black Friday deals, from gaming laptops to smart home devices. Tune in for a blend of tech talk, gaming insights, and holiday shopping tips. Stay nerdy! Wired Nerdy Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wirednerdypodcastWired Nerdy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571242544979 Also, check out the Wired Nerdy Website and Merch Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sites.google.com/view/wirednerdypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (merch prices lowered!) Search for Wired Nerdy Podcast on your favorite platform.

    50 min
  6. Wired Nerdy S3 E34 - Game to Screen: A Hit or Miss?

    02/11/2025

    Wired Nerdy S3 E34 - Game to Screen: A Hit or Miss?

    In this episode of the Wired Nerdy Podcast, hosts Keith and Doug dive into the latest tech and entertainment news. They discuss the upcoming Apple product releases, including the new Apple TV and HomePod mini, and explore the potential of cloud gaming on these devices. The conversation shifts to the intriguing world of board games with a look at the Doom Arena Kickstarter project. The hosts also tackle the legal battles of Nintendo against emulators and the implications for the gaming industry. Finally, they explore the integration of AI in browsers and the humorous trials of robots with AI capabilities. Join Keith and Doug for a lively discussion filled with insights and humor. Stay nerdy! Wired Nerdy Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wirednerdypodcastWired Nerdy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571242544979 Also, check out the Wired Nerdy Website and Merch Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sites.google.com/view/wirednerdypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (merch prices lowered!) Search for Wired Nerdy Podcast on your favorite platform.

    47 min
  7. Wired Nerdy S3 E33 - Nerdy News Time

    25/10/2025

    Wired Nerdy S3 E33 - Nerdy News Time

    In this episode of the Wired Nerdy Podcast, hosts Keith and Doug dive into a whirlwind of nerd news and gaming updates. From Doug’s recent travels and his cheeky sports attire adventures to the latest in AI-driven video game development by Elon Musk, the duo covers it all. They discuss the impact of AWS outages, the resurgence of arcade classics, and the exciting announcements in the gaming world, including Halo’s monumental move to PlayStation. Join them for a lively discussion filled with humor, insights, and a sneak peek into their upcoming projects. Stay nerdy! Wired Nerdy Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wirednerdypodcastWired Nerdy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571242544979 Also, check out the Wired Nerdy Website and Merch Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sites.google.com/view/wirednerdypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (merch prices lowered!) Search for Wired Nerdy Podcast on your favorite platform.

    43 min
  8. Wired Nerdy S3 E32 - It’s Getting Kinda Weird

    11/10/2025

    Wired Nerdy S3 E32 - It’s Getting Kinda Weird

    In this episode of the Wired Nerdy Podcast, hosts Keith and Doug dive into the intriguing world of interstellar objects with a focus on the mysterious “3/I Atlas.” They explore its discovery, potential alien connections, and the societal reactions to such phenomena. The conversation also touches on the advancements in AI video generation with Sora 2, raising questions about the future of digital media. Finally, they share their thoughts on the latest Battlefield game, discussing cross-platform play and the evolving gaming landscape. Join us for a blend of science, technology, and gaming insights! #WiredNerdy #3IAtlas #AI #Battlefield Wired Nerdy Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wirednerdypodcastWired Nerdy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571242544979 Also, check out the Wired Nerdy Website and Merch Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sites.google.com/view/wirednerdypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (merch prices lowered!) Search for Wired Nerdy Podcast on your favorite platform.

    59 min
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Are you a fan of technology, video games, comic books, or movies? Are you looking to save money or seeking recommendations for technology that can make your life easier? Do you enjoy learning interesting facts and trivia to share with others at parties or work? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we have the perfect place for you! Wired Nerdy is a podcast that celebrates all things geek culture. Don't miss out on the chance to discover something new. You can watch or listen at any time. We hope you join us weekly!

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  • Creator
    Wired Nerdy Podcast
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    118
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Wired Nerdy Podcast
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