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Jared and D'Marcus ⚡
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Jared and D'Marcus are two blerds who discuss everything from comics to video games, anime to movies, Dungeons and Dragons, and more. We keep it real and funny, bringing our unique perspectives to the world of Black Geekdom. If you're a Black nerd looking for a community where you can be yourself, share your passion for all things geeky, and have a good laugh along the way, then Black Geek Energy is the podcast for you. Join us for a laugh and let's geek out together!

  1. 1d ago

    The Viral HBCU Drum Major Breaks Down Band Culture ft. Isaac Williams

    He went viral for a drum major move that wasn't even his, and he's been putting people on to HBCU band culture ever since. Isaac Williams, the Bethune Cookman drum major turned content creator, pulls up to Black Geek Energy. We get into what people still get wrong about HBCU bands (spoiler, cranking is a culture, not a lack of musicality), the real story behind uniform deductions and Dr. Wells, and why he thinks drum majors should pick their instruments back up in the stands. Isaac breaks down coaching high schoolers who do not know their own bodies yet, the ethics of brands leaning on HBCU culture without the right people in the room, and gets brutally honest about the spat that almost cost him a deduction mid field show. We also run him through Name That Band, and he goes toe to toe with Jardo across the whole SWAC and MEAC. Then the 17 questions cover Magneto versus Professor X, the gayest Disney villain, and the one webtoon he swears is getting an anime adaptation any day now. If you love HBCU culture, band season, or just love hearing somebody talk with real passion about their craft, this is your episode. Subscribe, like, and follow Black Geek Energy, and go check out Isaac's content across TikTok and Instagram. Join the Black Geek Energy community and never miss an episode, newsletter, or bonus content: Subscribe to the Black Geek Energy Newsletter (Substack) Support the Show on Patreon Shop Black Geek Energy Merch Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.com Follow Black Geek Energy Everywhere: YouTube @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod Facebook @blackgeekenergy Spill @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Support Our Sponsor Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most. BetterHelp's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. As a special offer for our listeners, visit BetterHelp.com/bgepod to receive 10% off your first month.

    The Viral HBCU Drum Major Breaks Down Band Culture ft. Isaac Williams

  2. Jul 15

    The Most BRUTAL D&D Spells Ever Created | Black Geek Energy

    Which spells in Dungeons & Dragons are the most brutal? Jared and D'Marcus debate the deadliest and most powerful spells in D&D, test each other's knowledge with a spell component challenge, and discuss why some spells can completely change the outcome of a campaign. We also talk House of the Dragon, fantasy storytelling, tabletop RPGs, and what's been keeping us entertained this week. If you're a D&D player, Dungeon Master, or fantasy fan, this episode is for you. Join the Black Geek Energy community and never miss an episode, newsletter, or bonus content: Subscribe to the Black Geek Energy Newsletter (Substack) Support the Show on Patreon Shop Black Geek Energy Merch Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.com Follow Black Geek Energy Everywhere: YouTube @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod Facebook @blackgeekenergy Spill @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Support Our Sponsor Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most. BetterHelp's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. As a special offer for our listeners, visit BetterHelp.com/bgepod to receive 10% off your first month.

    The Most BRUTAL D&D Spells Ever Created | Black Geek Energy

  3. Jul 8

    Creating the Next Great Comic Universe | Christopher & Steffon of The Creative Extreme

    Christopher and Steffon from The Creative Extreme join Black Geek Energy to discuss building their original comic universe Project 365, creating Alpha Initiative Zero, collaborating as creative partners, and turning big ideas into reality. We also dive into X-Men '97, Star Wars, world building, writing advice, independent comics, our Name That Universe game, and plenty of geek culture along the way. Join the Black Geek Energy community and never miss an episode, newsletter, or bonus content: Subscribe to the Black Geek Energy Newsletter (Substack) Support the Show on Patreon Shop Black Geek Energy Merch Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.com Follow Black Geek Energy Everywhere: YouTube @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod Facebook @blackgeekenergy Spill @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Support Our Sponsor Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most. BetterHelp's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. As a special offer for our listeners, visit BetterHelp.com/bgepod to receive 10% off your first month.

    Creating the Next Great Comic Universe | Christopher & Steffon of The Creative Extreme

  4. Jul 1

    Why Black Comic Characters Never Get Ongoing Series ft. @KDComics

    Why do Black comic characters keep getting mini-series while everyone else gets ongoing runs? Comic creator Kaden Smith (@KDComics) pulls up to Black Geek Energy to break it down. Jardo and D'Marcus get into the DC Blackout movement, why Static's 12 issue plan got cut to 7, and whether white writers can really write Black characters better than Black writers. Kaden makes his case for Static Shock as the greatest teen superhero ever, we run a Static or Cap It trivia round, and dig into Duke Thomas, Marvel vs DC, and giving Black heroes their own universe. Plus real talk on supporting controversial artists, Angela Davis, and Juneteenth.If you love comics, geek culture, and honest Black nerd conversation, this is your show. Subscribe, like, and follow Black Geek Energy, go support @KDComics on TikTok, and tell us which Black hero deserves an ongoing series next. Join the Black Geek Energy community and never miss an episode, newsletter, or bonus content: Subscribe to the Black Geek Energy Newsletter (Substack) Support the Show on Patreon Shop Black Geek Energy Merch Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.com Follow Black Geek Energy Everywhere: YouTube @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod Facebook @blackgeekenergy Spill @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Support Our Sponsor Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most. BetterHelp's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. As a special offer for our listeners, visit BetterHelp.com/bgepod to receive 10% off your first month.

    Why Black Comic Characters Never Get Ongoing Series ft. @KDComics

  5. Jun 24

    We Debated GTA 6's Price and 2026 GOTY | GOTY Watch ft. Joseph of PlayerPlayer Podcast

    Would you really pay $120 for GTA 6?This week on Black Geek Energy, that question sparks one of our biggest gaming debates yet. Jardo and Black are joined by Joseph, creator of the PlayerPlayer podcast and the Can'tPaus newsletter, to break down everything happening across gaming, geek culture, and beyond. We kick things off with a Game of the Year trivia challenge covering 2021 through 2025 before looking ahead to the biggest contenders of 2026. From Resident Evil Requiem, Forza Horizon 6, Pragmata, Mina the Hollower, and 007 First Light to the games nobody is talking about yet, we make our early predictions and defend our picks.The conversation also dives into the Xbox Showcase, whether Fable's return can live up to expectations, if Spyro still matters in today's gaming landscape, and the ongoing debate around an Ocarina of Time remake. On the PlayStation side, we discuss God of War, Marvel's Wolverine, and what Sony's future lineup could look like. Plus, we share recommendations from across TV, movies, and documentaries, including The Terror, the Michael Jackson documentary, and Widow's Bay. What is your early pick for Game of the Year 2026? Join the Black Geek Energy community and never miss an episode, newsletter, or bonus content: Subscribe to the Black Geek Energy Newsletter (Substack) Support the Show on Patreon Shop Black Geek Energy Merch Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.com Follow Black Geek Energy Everywhere: YouTube @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod Facebook @blackgeekenergy Spill @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Support Our Sponsor Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most. BetterHelp's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. As a special offer for our listeners, visit BetterHelp.com/bgepod to receive 10% off your first month.

    We Debated GTA 6's Price and 2026 GOTY | GOTY Watch ft. Joseph of PlayerPlayer Podcast

  6. Jun 17

    Let's Talk 14 | The Twinning Episode

    Jardo and D'Marcus pull up to break down everything hitting our queues right now, from Marvel's Wolverine on PS5 to the music ranking debate that got way too heated. We look back at our favorite interviews so far (shout out Sean of the Chained Saints and Jamal Sims), then dive into the Put You On segment with MoviePass and whether Mortal Kombat 2 actually delivered. Things get competitive with Rank D's, where Jardo tries to guess D'Marcus' taste in old school R&B legends like Lenny Williams, Confunktion, The Spinners, and DeBarge, plus a book ranking round featuring Dungeon Crawler Carl, He Who Fights Monsters, and Fourth Wing. We also get into the fall movie slate (Supergirl, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Masters of the Universe, Is God Is), the September game drops we're counting down to, D&D and Daggerheart campaign updates, and a real talk moment about AI bias in job applications and how platforms like Workday are scoring candidates behind the scenes. Join the Black Geek Energy community and never miss an episode, newsletter, or bonus content: Subscribe to the Black Geek Energy Newsletter (Substack) Support the Show on Patreon Shop Black Geek Energy Merch Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.com Follow Black Geek Energy Everywhere: YouTube @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod Facebook @blackgeekenergy Spill @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Support Our Sponsor Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most. BetterHelp's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. As a special offer for our listeners, visit BetterHelp.com/bgepod to receive 10% off your first month.

    Let's Talk 14 | The Twinning Episode

  7. Jun 10

    Why Jon Stewart Matters More Than Ever

    Before Aaron Pierre suits up as Jon Stewart in HBO's Lanterns, we're taking a deep dive into one of DC Comics' most important heroes. This week on Black Geek Energy, we break down the history, impact, and legacy of John Stewart Green Lantern. Was he originally a token character? Why did an entire generation grow up thinking he was THE Green Lantern? And why did Hollywood wait so long to put him front and center? We talk about his background as an architect and Marine, the destruction of Xanshi in Cosmic Odyssey, his role in Justice League Unlimited, and the upcoming Lanterns series. Along the way, we also debate robot companions, superhero emergency scenarios, One Piece, MoviePass, and whether we'd actually survive with a Green Lantern ring. If you're a DC fan, Green Lantern fan, comic book reader, or just love conversations about Black representation in geek culture, this episode is for you. Join the Black Geek Energy community and never miss an episode, newsletter, or bonus content: Subscribe to the Black Geek Energy Newsletter (Substack) Support the Show on Patreon Shop Black Geek Energy Merch Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.com Follow Black Geek Energy Everywhere: YouTube @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod Facebook @blackgeekenergy Spill @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Support Our Sponsor Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most. BetterHelp's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. As a special offer for our listeners, visit BetterHelp.com/bgepod to receive 10% off your first month.

    Why Jon Stewart Matters More Than Ever

  8. Jun 3

    Why Chained Saints Refuse to Write Songs for TikTok | Sean Sterling Interview

    He sang opera in a classical choir before he ever screamed into a mic, and now Sean Sterling and the Chain Saints are headed to Europe to open for Slaughter to Prevail. Sean pulls up to Black Geek Energy to talk real metal. Why the band refuses to write throwaway TikTok tracks, where a song actually starts (hint, it's the riff), and why "Demon Inside" is about beating your own head, not rage. He gets honest about being a Black man in metal, keeping burnout off the tour bus, and how cutting his hair changed his whole stage presence. We also get into the wild Tina Bell and Bam Bam story, his School of Rock roots, the EP that's dropping, and a Rock or Rap game he ran the table on. If you love metal or you're in a band trying to do this for real, this one's for you. Subscribe, like, and follow Black Geek Energy so you don't miss Sean's return when the new project drops. 🤘 Join the Black Geek Energy community and never miss an episode, newsletter, or bonus content: Subscribe to the Black Geek Energy Newsletter (Substack) Support the Show on Patreon Shop Black Geek Energy Merch Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.com Follow Black Geek Energy Everywhere: YouTube @blackgeekenergy TikTok @blackgeekenergy Instagram @blackgeekenergy Threads @blackgeekenergy Bluesky @blackgeekenergy Twitter @bge_pod Facebook @blackgeekenergy Spill @blackgeekenergy Twitch @blackgeekenergy Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike Support Our Sponsor Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most. BetterHelp's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. As a special offer for our listeners, visit BetterHelp.com/bgepod to receive 10% off your first month.

    Why Chained Saints Refuse to Write Songs for TikTok | Sean Sterling Interview
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Jared and D'Marcus are two blerds who discuss everything from comics to video games, anime to movies, Dungeons and Dragons, and more. We keep it real and funny, bringing our unique perspectives to the world of Black Geekdom. If you're a Black nerd looking for a community where you can be yourself, share your passion for all things geeky, and have a good laugh along the way, then Black Geek Energy is the podcast for you. Join us for a laugh and let's geek out together!

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  • Creator
    Jared and D'Marcus ⚡
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    177
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jared and D'Marcus ⚡
  • Show Website
    Black Geek Energy