Blerd Empire

Blerd Empire
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comedian Sinbad and son Royce host Blerd Empire representing two generations of black nerds as they talk tech & pop culture.

  1. 07/31/2020

    Ep. 23 - Fantastic Frankey Collab (What It Means To Be A Blerd)

    We join forces with the amazing Fantastic Frankey to talk about what it means to be a Blerd from three different perspectives. Royce also breaks down his new comic book Legend of Althea and how it all got started.  Watch episode on YouTube Check out Legend of Althea on Webtoon Follow Fantastic Frankey: Instagram Follow Blerd Empire: Instagram                         Facebook                         Twitter                         Follow Sinbad: Instagram                         Facebook                         Twitter                         Follow Royce Instagram                         Twitter                         Facebook

    1 hr

  2. 07/25/2020

    Ep. 22 - Miguel Wilson (Illustrator/Toy Maker)

    The incredibly talented Miguel Wilson makes a special guest appearance in our latest episode. With experience working for companies like CAPCOM and Hasbro, Miguel shares his knowledge in illustration and his journey making his own custom action figures. He's also responsible for designing our awesome Sinbad pins. This is a highly recommended listen for artists looking to take their skills to the next level.  Watch episode on YouTube Visit Miguel Wilson's website to see more of his work TECH USED: - Cameras: Various Web Cams & Lumix GH5S - Recording Software: Switcher Studio - Editing Software: Final Cut Pro Follow Miguel Wilson: Instagram   Twitter   Follow Blerd Empire: Instagram                       Facebook                       Twitter                       Follow Sinbad: Instagram                       Facebook                       Twitter                       Follow Royce Instagram                       Twitter                       Facebook

    1h 21m

  3. 07/01/2020

    Ep. 21 - Gerald Kaye (Marvel Animation)

    We had a great conversation with artist Gerald Kaye who currently works as a storyboard revisionist at Marvel Animation Studios. He breaks down his journey that led him to working with Marvel and gives a lot of great advice. So all aspiring artists and animators should listen to this episode! Watch episode on YouTube Visit Gerald Kaye's website for more info on Dancing' Machine, Phenomenal Star Force Album, and his Blog TECH USED: - Camera: Various Web Cams & Lumix GH5S - Recording Software: ZOOM App - Editing Software: Final Cut Pro Follow Gerald Kaye: Instagram Twitter Follow Blerd Empire: Instagram                     Facebook                     Twitter                     Follow Sinbad: Instagram                     Facebook                     Twitter                     Follow Royce Instagram                     Twitter                     Facebook

    1h 44m

  4. 06/16/2020

    Ep. 20 - Sanford Greene: Part 1 (The Journey)

    Fo our 20th episode, we are honored to share our interview with the insanely talented Sanford Greene, co-creator and illustrator of the now Eisner Award nominated comic book series BITTER ROOT! We had such a blast with this episode that it went a bit longer than planned so we broke the interview up into two parts. Part 1 is a breakdown of Sanford's journey as an artist and how he put himself the a position to create BITTER ROOT. A must listen/watch for every up and coming artist looking to make it big in the comic book industry! Once you've finished Sanford's journey, continue to Part 2 where we dive into all the BITTER ROOT goodness! TECH USED - Camera: Various Web Cams & Lumix GH5S - Recording Software: ZOOM App Follow Sanford Greene: Instagram                 Facebook                 Twitter                Follow Blerd Empire: Instagram                 Facebook                 Twitter                 Follow Sinbad: Instagram                 Facebook                 Twitter                 Follow Royce Instagram                 Twitter                 Facebook

    50 min

  5. 06/16/2020

    Ep. 20 - Sanford Greene: Part 2 (BITTER ROOT)

    Part 2 of our Sanford Greene interview is all about BITTER ROOT! We take a deep dive into the historical significance and hidden messages in this action packed and thought provoking comic book series. Sanford's journey in Part 1 was a necessary one to co-create this groundbreaking and necessary piece of art. Learn More About BITTER ROOT OTHER PROJECTS MENTIONED: -  The Hated - Kickstarter - 1000 - Webtoon , 1000 - Animated Trailer - EXCELLENCE - Comic Book Series TECH USED: - Camera: Various Web Cams & Lumix GH5S - Recording Software: ZOOM App Follow Sanford Greene: Instagram Facebook   Twitter Follow Blerd Empire: Instagram                   Facebook                   Twitter                   Follow Sinbad: Instagram                   Facebook                   Twitter                   Follow Royce Instagram                   Twitter                   Facebook

    1h 19m

  6. 06/03/2020

    Ep. 19 - Lessons From A Black Father To His Son

    #BlackLivesMatter As we continue the fight against police brutality and for absolute equality for all, Sinbad and Royce have deep father/son conversation about how to prepare the next generation of black children. Share your thoughts with us in the comments. My apologies for the squeaky chair! 😅   Want to get involved but don't know where to start? Hit these links to get you started.   - Donations For Change - Petitions For Change Artist Credit: Ariel Sinha  TECH USED - Camera: Panasonic GH5S - Recording Software: Streamlabs OBS (Mac), Streamlabs OBS Switcher (iOS) Follow Blerd Empire: Instagram               Facebook               Twitter               Follow Sinbad: Instagram               Facebook               Twitter               Follow Royce Instagram               Twitter               Facebook

    54 min

  7. 04/30/2020

    Ep. 18 - Houseguest

    Sinbad breaks down everything there is to know about his experience working on Houseguest! If you haven't seen it, I advise you do so before watching this interview. TECH USED - Cameras: iPad Pro (2018), iPhone XS, iPhone 11 - Recording Software: Switcher Studio (iOS) Follow Blerd Empire: Instagram             Facebook             Twitter             Follow Sinbad: Instagram             Facebook             Twitter             Follow Royce Instagram             Twitter             Facebook

    1h 14m

  8. 04/21/2020

    Ep. 17 - The Rogue Initiative

    Today's episode is all about tech, games, and entertainment in and after Covid-19 lockdown with special guests Pete, Brad, & Joe from the leading entertainment and technology company, The Rogue Initiative. The Rogue Initiative develops and produces expansive, globally marketable media properties across its film, television and interactive divisions in collaboration with A-list Hollywood talent. Rogue's 2019 immersive 360 degree first-person POV VR film AGENT EMERSON: https://www.agentemerson.com/story.html Rogue’s 2017 VR game CROWE: THE DROWNED ARMORY: https://www.experiencecrowe.com/ Rogue’s 2018 short film THE 716TH on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K6TC93X Episode 1 of Ryker’s Rocket series on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z98BF9pMmQs&t=137s Watch episode on YOUTUBE Follow our Blerd Empire CALENDAR so you're always up to date with our shows and events! Follow The Rogue Initiative Instagram Twitter Facebook Follow Blerd Empire: Instagram             Facebook             Twitter             Follow Sinbad: Instagram             Facebook             Twitter             Follow Royce Instagram             Twitter             Facebook

    1h 14m
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comedian Sinbad and son Royce host Blerd Empire representing two generations of black nerds as they talk tech & pop culture.

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  • Creator
    Blerd Empire
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2020
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Blerd Empire
  • Show Website
    Blerd Empire