Salaam Nerds Podcast

Salaam Nerds Podcast

Salaam means peace and to achieve peace there must be understanding. We are an inclusive podcast that recaps popular TV and Reality Shows thru the lens of many different cultures and perspectives to achieve greater understanding of the world we live in. We use what's happening on these shows to talk about representation in media and give voices to those marginalized groups. We also give entertainment news every week on our weekly episode and also have educational episodes as we react to interesting nerd facts.

  1. May 29

    Salaam Nerds: E727 The Punisher One Last Kill, The Mandalorian and Grogu with Aaron Perine

    Welcome back to Salaam Nerds! In Episode 727, we’re joined by special guest Aaron Perine for a massive discussion covering Marvel, Star Wars, and the future of nerd culture. 💀 First, we dive into Punisher: One Last Kill and break down Frank Castle’s brutal final chapter. Does this story finally give the Punisher the ending he deserves, or is it another example of comic book violence being glorified? We discuss the themes, controversy, action, and what makes the Punisher such a divisive character in modern pop culture. 🌌 We also review The Mandalorian and Grogu and talk about whether the movie successfully expands the Star Wars universe or simply relies on nostalgia and Grogu’s popularity. From action sequences and emotional moments to the future of Star Wars storytelling, we unpack what worked and what didn’t. 🎙️ Special guest Aaron Perine joins the conversation to share his thoughts on Marvel, Star Wars fandom, blockbuster movies, and the state of geek culture today. From comic book chaos to galaxy-spanning adventures, this episode is packed with nerdy debates, hot takes, movie reviews, and deep-dive discussions. 🎧 Salaam Nerds Episode 727 featuring Aaron Perine #Punisher #Marvel #StarWars #TheMandalorian #Grogu #AaronPerine #ComicBooks #MovieReview #GeekCulture #NerdCulture #SalaamNerds #Podcast #MarvelComics #Disney #Lucasfilm #PunisherOneLastKill #MandalorianReview

    1h 9m

  2. May 27

    Salaam Nerd Facts: E726 Scientific name for Brain Freeze and is Lightning hotter than sun?

    Welcome back to Salaam Nerds! In Episode 726, we dive into some of the weirdest and most mind-blowing nerd facts you probably never learned in school.🧠 What is the actual scientific name for a brain freeze? We break down the bizarre medical term behind that painful ice cream headache.⚡ We also discuss the shocking science fact that a bolt of lightning is actually hotter than the surface of the sun. How can lightning reach temperatures hotter than a star? 🦦 And yes, a group of ferrets is officially called a business. From science facts and animal trivia to random internet knowledge and hilarious nerd conversations, this episode is packed with fun facts, comedy, and chaotic energy.🎙️ Salaam Nerds Episode 726#NerdFacts #ScienceFacts #BrainFreeze #Lightning #Ferrets #AnimalFacts #FunFacts #Podcast #SalaamNerds #GeekCulture #Trivia #Educational #SciencePodcast #ComedyPodcast #InternetFacts

    27 min

  3. May 26

    Salaam Nerds Weekly: E725 Danhausen Uncursing the Knicks, Mandalorian & Grogu , Rated in Pakistan

    This week on Salaam Nerds Weekly, we break down one of the wildest sports storylines on the internet as wrestling’s favorite cursed gremlin Danhausen somehow becomes the unofficial good luck charm for the New York Knicks. Did Danhausen actually uncursed the Knicks, or are fans just desperate to believe in basketball magic? We dive into the memes, superstition, and chaos surrounding the Knicks’ unbelievable run.We also give our full review of The Mandalorian and Grogu and discuss whether the movie delivers for longtime Star Wars fans or mainly works as a fun family adventure. Does the film expand the Star Wars universe in meaningful ways, or is it mostly carried by Grogu being adorable for two hours? We break down the action, story, emotional moments, and where the franchise goes from here with no spoilers. And in one of the craziest milestones for the podcast, we react to Salaam Nerds being ranked #14 in Pakistan. We talk about the growth of the show, the support from listeners around the world, and what it means to see a nerd culture podcast connect with audiences internationally.From wrestling curses and basketball madness to Star Wars reviews and global podcast success, this episode is packed with nerd culture, comedy, hot takes, and real conversations.🎙️ Salaam Nerds Weekly Episode 725#Knicks #Danhausen #NBA #TheMandalorian #Grogu #StarWars #Podcast #SalaamNerds #GeekCulture #NerdCulture #NewYorkKnicks #Disney #MandalorianReview #Pakistan #PopCulture #Basketball #Wrestling #AEW

    33 min

  4. May 22

    Salaam Nerd Facts: E724 Part 2: Sharks Older Than Dinosaurs?! Crows vs Owls, Dr Suess was a villain

    Welcome back to Salaam Nerd Facts! In Episode 724 Part 2, we dive into some of the weirdest, funniest, and most mind-blowing facts on the internet.🦈 Did you know sharks are older than dinosaurs and have existed for hundreds of millions of years? We break down just how ancient sharks really are and why they’re basically nature’s ultimate survivors.🦉 We also explore the bizarre names for groups of animals, including why a group of owls is called a parliament while a group of crows is called a murder. Seriously, who came up with these names?📚 Then we get into the controversial history of Dr. Seuss and discuss why the legendary children’s author has faced criticism over the years.🕷️ And finally, we ask the important nerd question nobody else is brave enough to ask: if Spider-Man were scientifically accurate… shouldn’t he technically shoot webs out of his butt?!From weird animal facts to comic book chaos and internet debates, this episode is packed with hilarious conversations, random knowledge, and peak nerd energy.🎙️ Salaam Nerd Facts Episode 724 Part 2

    19 min

  5. May 21

    Salaam Nerd Weekly: E724 Disney vs Universal Studios, Punisher One Last Kill, The Odyssey Casting

    This week on Salaam Nerds Weekly, we dive into one of the biggest theme park debates on the internet: Disney vs. Universal Studios. Which park actually gives you the better experience in 2026? We also discuss Punisher: One Last Kill and what this brutal new story means for Frank Castle’s legacy. Is this really the perfect ending for one of Marvel’s darkest characters, or just another chapter in the never-ending cycle of revenge and violence? Then we head into movie news as we react to the recent casting announcements surrounding Christopher Nolan’s upcoming epic The Odyssey. With Nolan taking on one of the most legendary stories in history, expectations are already sky-high. We discuss the cast, fan reactions, and whether this could become Nolan’s next cinematic masterpiece after Oppenheimer.From theme park wars to comic book chaos to blockbuster movie news, this episode is packed with nerd culture, hot takes, and deep-dive conversations.🎙️ Salaam Nerds Weekly

    41 min

  6. May 14

    Salaam Nerds Weekly Ep. 723: Top TV Moms, Zesty Pinocchio, The Devil Wears Prada

    This week on Salaam Nerds Weekly, we celebrate Mother’s Day by ranking some of the greatest TV moms of all time. From wholesome sitcom legends to chaotic fan favorites, we debate which television moms actually shaped pop culture and which ones would’ve absolutely traumatized us in real life. We also dive into the internet’s latest obsession: “Zesty Pinocchio.” Yes, somehow the timeline found a way to turn a wooden puppet into discourse, memes, and existential confusion. Then we tackle one of the biggest debates in movie discourse: Was Nate actually right in The Devil Wears Prada? For years, he’s been framed as the unsupportive boyfriend villain, but does that criticism ignore how much Andy changed throughout the film? We unpack ambition, identity, toxic work culture, and why this movie still sparks arguments nearly two decades later. From nostalgic TV rankings to viral internet chaos to deep movie analysis, this episode has a little bit of everything.

    50 min

  7. May 13

    Salaam Nerds Weekly: E722 Viral Indian Wedding, the JPMorgan Sex Slave Case & The Boys/Invincible Finale

    This week on Salaam Nerds Weekly, we dive into the viral story of the Indian couple who pulled off a full Manhattan wedding by shutting down a street and why the internet cannot stop talking about it. Was it genius budgeting, social media fantasy, or proof that modern weddings have completely lost the plot? We also break down the explosive JPMorgan “sex slave” lawsuit. Then we shift into full nerd mode as we review the finales of The Boys and Invincible. Which show handled its ending better? From internet discourse to billion-dollar scandals to superhero carnage, this episode has everything.

    40 min

  8. May 4

    Salaam Nerds Weekly: E721 Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Mario Galaxy,

    Current Event Topics for the week

    54 min
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Salaam means peace and to achieve peace there must be understanding. We are an inclusive podcast that recaps popular TV and Reality Shows thru the lens of many different cultures and perspectives to achieve greater understanding of the world we live in. We use what's happening on these shows to talk about representation in media and give voices to those marginalized groups. We also give entertainment news every week on our weekly episode and also have educational episodes as we react to interesting nerd facts.

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  • Creator
    Salaam Nerds Podcast
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    428
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Salaam Nerds Podcast
  • Show Website
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