Nerdy Romantics Podcast

Y. M. Nelson
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Nerdy Romantics Podcast combines romance and nerd pop culture book, TV, and movie recs and reviews. While some podcasts focus solely on either romance or nerdy topics like sci-fi and superheroes, or they either review books or TV and movies, host Y. M. Nelson combines it all, creating a safe space for listeners who are fans of all the things. I bring my own perspective as a romance author and a superhero and Star Trek fan to the discussions. Subscribe to my newsletter at https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe for show notes, recommendation links for books discussed, and more information. You'll get a free Y. M. Nelson story when you subscribe!If you like book boyfriends, HEAs, Star Trek, Marvel and DC Comics, and nerdy TV and movies then this podcast is for you!

  1. Oct 21

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review hits different

    We made it to episode 100! This movie got us excited for all things Marvel as we delve into the story, characters, and themes of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Perry and I talk tie-ins, X- Men, and movieland deals that surround this character and this franchise. TOPICS WE DISCUSS: Expectations/First ImpressionsX-Men tie-inPunisher tie-in (BTS)The Down-Low on the Marvel/Netflix - Defender | Marvel/Hulu ShowsThe story (and other stand out side characters)Themes in the movieThe action sequencesHow does this fit in the Marvel Multiverse saga?Where does Secret Wars go?Perry's Multiverse Mutants theory (headcannon riff)Why Spider-Man gives us that Infinity Saga excitement againThe remedy for the "looking for Stan Lee" effect of these movies.Where do you see the other Spider-Men fit in? (for those who don't get the character ownership issues)The Jean Grey of it AllThe Ending aka an example of why Media Literacy is deadStar Rating (1-5)Show us some love with a text! Support the show #booktube #movietube ⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay. 📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Support the podcast! https://buymeacoffee.com/nerdyromanticspodcast 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | BlueSky | Instagram  | Goodreads         •  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  Facebook: https://facebook.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/authorymnelson.bsky.social         •  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelson         •  Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson         🦜Tell someone about th...

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review hits different

  2. Oct 14

    Why Episode 3 was the best of Lanterns so far

    Staci and host Y. M. Nelson review episode 3 of Lanterns live! They talk about why this episode may have been the best yet, but why it didn't move the season's story forward at all. Topics we Discuss: What we LikedOne Thing you Wanted to Know More AboutOne Thing we Wanted to Call Out/Learned/ Think Others Should WatchQ&AStar Rating (1-5)Show us some love with a text! Support the show #booktube #movietube ⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay. 📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Support the podcast! https://buymeacoffee.com/nerdyromanticspodcast 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | BlueSky | Instagram  | Goodreads         •  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  Facebook: https://facebook.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/authorymnelson.bsky.social         •  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelson         •  Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson         🦜Tell someone about th...

    Why Episode 3 was the best of Lanterns so far

  3. Sep 25

    Why Masters of the Universe didn't get a fair shake | SPOILER Review

    Marcie and host Y. M. Nelson review the good and the bad about Masters of the Universe. They also speculate on why folks didn't see it in the theater, and if they'll continue with the franchise if another movie comes out. TOPICS WE DISCUSS How we watchedHe-Man historySame Characters, New SotryWho was the movie for?Nostalgia and the CharactersStory problems?Fun TimesNarrative formatThe Action ScenesPost-Credits SceneBright spots of the movie (Honorable Mentions)The Skeletor social stuffA movie in its lane (TMNT comparison)Star RatingAre we in for another MotU movie?Easter EggsShow us some love with a text! Support the show #booktube #movietube ⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay. 📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Support the podcast! https://buymeacoffee.com/nerdyromanticspodcast 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | BlueSky | Instagram  | Goodreads         •  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  Facebook: https://facebook.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/authorymnelson.bsky.social         •  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelson         •  Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson         🦜Tell someone about th...

    Why Masters of the Universe didn't get a fair shake | SPOILER Review

  4. Sep 16

    What is going on with Lanterns? S1, Episode 2 review-UPDATED

    *Edited for intro length and dead air* Jen, Staci, and host Y. M. Nelson talk live about what they liked and were confused about in episode 2 of the HBO Max show Lanterns. Topics We Discuss: What did we watch, yall?What We LikedWhat we want to know more aboutWhat did we learn/want to call out/think that others should watch?Q&AStar Ratings (1-5)Show us some love with a text! Support the show #booktube #movietube ⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay. 📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Support the podcast! https://buymeacoffee.com/nerdyromanticspodcast 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | BlueSky | Instagram  | Goodreads         •  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  Facebook: https://facebook.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/authorymnelson.bsky.social         •  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelson         •  Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson         🦜Tell someone about th...

    What is going on with Lanterns? S1, Episode 2 review-UPDATED

  5. Sep 2

    Lanterns Livestream! We review S1_Ep_1

    We go live on YouTube to review episode 1 of Lanterns, season 1 showing weekly on HBOMax. This time I am joined by cohost Jen G. and we point out some things that caught our eye about this episode. TOPICS: We're doing lives! Who are we and what are we talking about? What We Liked One thing we wanted to know more about One thing I {learned, want to call out, etc} Q&A Star Rating for Episode 1 Show us some love with a text! Support the show #booktube #movietube ⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay. 📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Support the podcast! https://buymeacoffee.com/nerdyromanticspodcast 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | BlueSky | Instagram  | Goodreads         •  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  Facebook: https://facebook.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/authorymnelson.bsky.social         •  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelson         •  Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson         🦜Tell someone about th...

    Lanterns Livestream! We review S1_Ep_1

  6. Aug 26

    We rate Supergirl | Review, pt.2

    Jen G. and I rate the movie Supergirl (2026) after we talk about pacing , fight scenes and some other goodies. Join us for a fun time! TOPICS WE DISCUSS: The pacingJames Gunn's fight scenesSome comic clearing up with Virtual PerryStar RatingClark and Kara's dynamic in the movie Show us some love with a text! Support the show #booktube #movietube ⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay. 📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Support the podcast! https://buymeacoffee.com/nerdyromanticspodcast 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | BlueSky | Instagram  | Goodreads         •  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  Facebook: https://facebook.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/authorymnelson.bsky.social         •  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelson         •  Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson         🦜Tell someone about th...

    We rate Supergirl | Review, pt.2

  7. Aug 12

    Why you shouldn't sleep on Supergirl | review, pt.1

    Y. M. Nelson and guest Jen talk about the new James Gunn DCU movie, Supergirl and the impact it's already made on the DC landscape. TOPICS WE DISCUSS: Were you excited about this movie? What did you know going in? A signature James Gunn movie The variations of the Supergirl origin Why you don't compare the Supergirls Other characters we loved Other lovely characters like Lobo The story and pacing Show us some love with a text! Support the show #booktube #movietube ⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay. 📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Support the podcast! https://buymeacoffee.com/nerdyromanticspodcast 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | BlueSky | Instagram  | Goodreads         •  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  Facebook: https://facebook.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/authorymnelson.bsky.social         •  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelson         •  Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson         🦜Tell someone about th...

    Why you shouldn't sleep on Supergirl | review, pt.1

  8. Jul 30

    Joi Jackson talks Catfish in Paradise

    Y. M. Nelson talks with romance author Joi Jackson about her book Catfish in Paradise, book 2 of the Love, Lies, and Catfish series. This is episode 2 of my Black Women Deserve Love mini-series. Topics Discussed: The story behind the Love, Lies, and Catfish seriesBarbados, Bajans, and "Cheese and Bread!"Del and Black men as life coachesThe Love, Lies, and Catfish SeriesThe tech geek angle (Nerds!)The "Maxine Shaw effect"The masters of our own worlds -Fiction writersThe best side character: grandma NezzieBlack women living the soft lifeThe mystery side of Joi's books, aka who's the catfish? and other Joi signaturesThe nerdy and the geeky (and I drop a mini movie review)Heat Level of Joi's booksWhy showcase Black women deserving and receiving love?Rapid Fire QuestionsJoi's next book and signing eventsWhere we can find Joi's books Show us some love with a text! Support the show #booktube #movietube ⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay. 📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for my latest releases and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Support the podcast! https://buymeacoffee.com/nerdyromanticspodcast 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | BlueSky | Instagram  | Goodreads         •  Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  Facebook: https://facebook.com/nerdyromanticspodcast         •  BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/authorymnelson.bsky.social         •  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@authorymnelson         •  Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/authorymnelson         🦜Tell someone about th...

    Joi Jackson talks Catfish in Paradise
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Nerdy Romantics Podcast combines romance and nerd pop culture book, TV, and movie recs and reviews. While some podcasts focus solely on either romance or nerdy topics like sci-fi and superheroes, or they either review books or TV and movies, host Y. M. Nelson combines it all, creating a safe space for listeners who are fans of all the things. I bring my own perspective as a romance author and a superhero and Star Trek fan to the discussions. Subscribe to my newsletter at https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe for show notes, recommendation links for books discussed, and more information. You'll get a free Y. M. Nelson story when you subscribe!If you like book boyfriends, HEAs, Star Trek, Marvel and DC Comics, and nerdy TV and movies then this podcast is for you!

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  • Creator
    Y. M. Nelson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Nerdy Romantics Podcast
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