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Nerd Dad Podcast

Nerd Dad Podcast

By Joe Williamson

Finding time for yourself is an important part of parenting. That Nerd Dad Joe Williamson is a self described loving father and adequate husband. Join him as he talks parenting, pop culture, politics and more while his kids are asleep. Whether you’re an exhausted parent looking for a laugh or a stoned teenager who clicked on this by mistake this is the podcast for you.
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Ep. 35 - I Almost Missed This One

Nerd Dad PodcastMay 28, 2021

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Ep. 65 - Interview with James DiFiore

Ep. 65 - Interview with James DiFiore

James sat down to discuss a number of topics regarding parenting and we ended up talking Hip Hop for twenty minutes. We also talk drugs and parenting. I love talking to James because there is no telling where the conversation will go.

Jan 13, 202231:59
Ep. 64 - Insurrection Talk with Army Vet @Pr_Worrier aka Rachel

Ep. 64 - Insurrection Talk with Army Vet @Pr_Worrier aka Rachel

Rachel was kind enough to come back and share her thoughts on the anniversary of the insurrection from the perspective of an Army vet.

Jan 06, 202229:05
Ep. 63 - Year End Special with @SnarkyMommy78 @mom_tho @HomeWithPeanut

Ep. 63 - Year End Special with @SnarkyMommy78 @mom_tho @HomeWithPeanut

I was lucky enough to assemble some of the funniest and most well known parents on Twitter for a roundtable discussion. We cover relatable parenting topics like: meal time, picky eaters, screentime, guns in schools and of course playing favorites with your kids. It's a great conversation that I hope you enjoy half as much as I did.

Dec 22, 202158:02
Ep. 62 - Interview with @Professional Worrier aka Rachel

Ep. 62 - Interview with @Professional Worrier aka Rachel

Professional Worrier aka Rachel sat down for a chat about parenting & mental health. Rachel is an Army veteran and talks openly about her struggles with PTSD which ends up being one of the most compelling conversations I've ever had.

Dec 15, 202126:54
Ep. 61 - Interview with Comedian Ricky Glore

Ep. 61 - Interview with Comedian Ricky Glore

Comedian and film maker Ricky Glore sat down for a chat and we discussed his love of entertaining and how it all started for him. This is a comedy nerd's chat.

Dec 08, 202133:12
Ep. 60 - Interview with Brittlestar

Ep. 60 - Interview with Brittlestar

Talk about a big show!? I was fortunate enough to chat with Brittlestar to talk parenting and the business of social media.

Nov 30, 202126:12
Ep. 59 - Interview w/SnarkyMommy78

Ep. 59 - Interview w/SnarkyMommy78

SnarkyMommy78 aka Gretel sat down for a chat about parenting, vaccines and social media. In s***t you may have missed we've got news on Chris Pratt, Mario, John Kransinki, Superman and KEANU!

Nov 25, 202132:21
Ep. 58 - An Interview with That Mom Tho

Ep. 58 - An Interview with That Mom Tho

I got a chance to connect with That Mom Tho. You might recognize her from Twitter, Huffington Post or Buzzfeed (among other places). I also give an update on the Qanon Shaman, The Rescue Rangers, Spiderman: No Way Home and my dislike of Dave Bautista.

Nov 18, 202133:21
Ep. 57 - Trippin with Bondzee

Ep. 57 - Trippin with Bondzee

This week we talk about the racisit undertones of the Astroworld conversation, Black Panter news, John Wick 4 and Ted Cruz! I also have a great chat with Bondzee about parenting from afar and encouraging your artistic kids.

Nov 12, 202135:38
Ep. 56 - Interview with an Author

Ep. 56 - Interview with an Author

We've got author Priscilla Goins on the show to talk about her short story "Spoons" and share one of the funniest stories I've ever heard. We'll also update you on Chris Pratt, Seth Rogan, Carole Baskins & Alivn & The Chimpmunks!

Nov 05, 202131:59
Ep. 55 - Buzz Lightyear is HOT!

Ep. 55 - Buzz Lightyear is HOT!

Interviews are back! I interview a parent of two young girls for his thoughts on vaccinating his children and trick-or-treating this year. I also drop some updates on Bill Murray, Idris Elba, Buzz Lightyear and Mort Sahl.

Oct 29, 202130:11
Ep. 54 - That Nerd Dad Puts Himself in Timeout

Ep. 54 - That Nerd Dad Puts Himself in Timeout

That Nerd Dad talks parenting and putting himself in timeout. Facebook is changing it's name. Trump is telling Truths. Mel Gibson is back for some reason and Kanye West is now just Ye.

Oct 22, 202123:43
Ep. 53 - My Kid's Bloody Face

Ep. 53 - My Kid's Bloody Face

My kid's bloody face. Fashion news. The new Superman is bi-sexual (clutches pearls) That 90's Show on Netflix and Demi Lovato is insane.

Oct 15, 202121:56
Ep. 52 - Why I Love Marvel and Hate Michael Keaton

Ep. 52 - Why I Love Marvel and Hate Michael Keaton

I finally found a good Marvel show for my 5yr old to watch. Facebook went down and you should delete it. Also, Michael Keaton thinks he's better than me. The Problem with Jon Stewart is terrific and LEGO builds something that already broke.

Oct 08, 202119:50
Ep. 51 - R. Kelly, Bill Cosby and Ted Cruz, OH MY!

Ep. 51 - R. Kelly, Bill Cosby and Ted Cruz, OH MY!

You know it's going to be a good one when I hate the opening topic. Also Eminem, Pokemon, the McRib and Mario News!

Oct 01, 202121:49
Ep. 50 - The Canadian Election and James Bond is HOT!

Ep. 50 - The Canadian Election and James Bond is HOT!

As predicted the Liberals won a minority government and Pfizer says it's going to be safe for 5yr olds to get the shot. Also I talk about Tiger King, Batman, James Bond, Family Guy and MORE!

Sep 24, 202121:48
Ep. 49 - A lot of Canadian Content

Ep. 49 - A lot of Canadian Content

Canadian Election, Norm Macdonald, Jeopardy, Jeff Bridges, Tracy Morgan, & James Bond! Parenting, Pop Culture and Politics.

Sep 17, 202122:42
Ep. 48 - SO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT

Ep. 48 - SO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT

See what happens when I take a week off. I've got updates on virtual school, my battle with Instagram, movie reviews, Texas loves chaos, Joe Rogan has Covid and so much more!

Sep 10, 202126:19
Ep. 47- Do it Today!

Ep. 47- Do it Today!

A special episode to talk about the email that changed things for me.
Aug 27, 202112:48
Ep. 46 - An entire $h!t You May Have Missed Episode

Ep. 46 - An entire $h!t You May Have Missed Episode

Too many headlines to ignore
Aug 20, 202118:12
Ep. 45 - Joe Rogan is Meh to me

Ep. 45 - Joe Rogan is Meh to me

Joe Rogan doesn’t trigger me and boy howdy do we have some fun Shit You May Have Missed!
Aug 13, 202114:48
Ep. 44 - Please Get Vaxxed

Ep. 44 - Please Get Vaxxed

It’s not just about getting vaccinated, I also talk about South Park, a celebrity you thought was Dead and the latest billionaire.
Aug 06, 202116:29
Ep. 43 - Mental Health and Mila Kunis

Ep. 43 - Mental Health and Mila Kunis

I have to talk mental health after Simone Biles heroic decision this week. Also how gross are Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis's kids? We've also got a Black Widow lawsuit, a scary Ghostbusters trailer and Levar Burton on Jeopardy.
Jul 30, 202118:33
Ep. 42 - Why do Parents hate Blippi so much?

Ep. 42 - Why do Parents hate Blippi so much?

Also, why in the world is the GOP promoting the Covid Vaccine all of a sudden?
Jul 23, 202117:46
Ep. 41 - Cheese Debate

Ep. 41 - Cheese Debate

Wisconsin is having a cheese debate. I’m here for it.
Jul 16, 202115:59
Ep. 40 - Bill Cosby and Canada

Ep. 40 - Bill Cosby and Canada

Two topics that have a disturbing similarity. Bill Cosby and Canada.
Jul 02, 202114:05
Ep. 39 - Happy Father’s Day from the World’s Worst Father

Ep. 39 - Happy Father’s Day from the World’s Worst Father

Former President Trump gives a Father’s Day announcement and Coke was accidentally racist.
Jun 25, 202113:31
Ep. 38 - Marjorie Taylor Greene is a C**T

Ep. 38 - Marjorie Taylor Greene is a C**T

Ask me how I really feel about Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Jun 16, 202116:35
Ep. 37 - Feeling Icky About Last Week

Ep. 37 - Feeling Icky About Last Week

Promoting content about a tragedy just feels wrong. Here’s everything I go through to do it.
Jun 09, 202118:55
Ep. 36 - The First Nations Tragedy in Canada

Ep. 36 - The First Nations Tragedy in Canada

I really only had one topic to discuss this week and it's a heavy one.

Jun 02, 202114:21
Ep. 35 - I Almost Missed This One

Ep. 35 - I Almost Missed This One

I've been busy as hell so I almost missed this. We've got a whole bunch of short fun topics.

  • Charlie Bit My Finger NFT
  • Pringles
  • Amazon
  • Army of the Dead
  • God of War Movie
  • Lipstick sales
May 28, 202118:24
Ep. 34 - Who the Hell is this New Blippi?

Ep. 34 - Who the Hell is this New Blippi?

I get a little racist with my parenting and let's talk about the new Blippi. We also discuss trading cards not being sold at Walmart and Target, the Friends reunion and Joe Rogan.
May 19, 202114:54
Ep. 33 - Social Media Parenting

Ep. 33 - Social Media Parenting

A troll got me thinking about how much I should be sharing online. I also talk about Huge Jackman, Deadpool, Black Superman and Dave Bautista!
May 12, 202118:49
Ep. 32 - Condoms and Rental Cars

Ep. 32 - Condoms and Rental Cars

Joe goes for Dad of the year. Rental cars and condoms are economic indicators. Black Panther 2 has a title. Goldfish crackers have an incredible partnership. "Disaster Girl" gets paid! - This is a fun one.
May 05, 202116:13
Ep. 31 - Alabama turns to Hinduism?

Ep. 31 - Alabama turns to Hinduism?

Joe gets a vaccination appointment.
Alabama turns to Hinduism.
Plus, How I Met Your Father, President Bush, Batman v Superman and Oscars news!
Apr 28, 202112:41
Ep. 30 - Vaccine Envy

Ep. 30 - Vaccine Envy

Vaccine Envy is a very real thing for Canadians. I also discuss Fast and Furious, Spider-Man and Community.
Apr 21, 202115:31
Ep. 29 - Blippi AKA Steezy Grossman

Ep. 29 - Blippi AKA Steezy Grossman

Good lord Blippi has a checkered past! Joe dives in and compares him to Johnny Knoxville. He also discusses Brooklyn 99, Sony, Warner Brothers, HBO MAX, and Indiana Jones.
Apr 14, 202114:21
Ep. 28 - Fitted Sheets and Non-Beliefs

Ep. 28 - Fitted Sheets and Non-Beliefs

Joe talks his fitted sheet life hack, raising kids during religious holidays and Covid burnout.
Apr 07, 202118:21
Ep. 27 - Playing Cards and Borders

Ep. 27 - Playing Cards and Borders

In this week’s episode we talk about some very cool gender neutral playing cards and what if Canada bordered Mexico? We also do updates on Pokémon, Young Sheldon and Rocky!
Mar 31, 202114:33
Ep. 26 - Bed Wetting & Gun Control

Ep. 26 - Bed Wetting & Gun Control

In this episode I talk about bed wetting, gun control, Warner Brothers, Marvel Comics and William Shatner.
Mar 24, 202119:37
Ep 25. - COVID ANNIVERSARY!

Ep 25. - COVID ANNIVERSARY!

Happy Birthday COVID! I talk about my year living through the pandemic we open it up for some Q&A from the fans and of course go in on pop culture in “S***t You May Have Missed.”
Mar 16, 202123:13
Ep 24. - Ghost Peppers and Parenting

Ep 24. - Ghost Peppers and Parenting

In this weeks episode we talk: - Ghost peppers - Netflix & Parenting - The Royal Family - Pepe le Pew - Blossom
Mar 10, 202115:44
Ep. 23 - Potato Head

Ep. 23 - Potato Head

I had to talk about the Potato Head story. It’s too dumb not too. I also discuss Robert Downy Junior, Ryan Reynolds, Superman and Movie release dates.
Mar 02, 202110:40
Ep. 22 - Ted Cruz is Human Garbage

Ep. 22 - Ted Cruz is Human Garbage

Spoiler Alert - I don’t like Ted Cruz. Also you are going to be just fine. In “SYMHM” I update you on Kim and Kanye, Daft Punk, South Park and Batman!
Feb 24, 202114:16
Ep. 21 - A chat with Sham @homewithpeanut

Ep. 21 - A chat with Sham @homewithpeanut

I talk with Twitter Dad All-Star @homewithpeanut about how he got started on Twitter and grew his following. We also talk racial equality and the American political climate.
Feb 17, 202125:37
Ep. 20 - National Anthems at Sporting Events

Ep. 20 - National Anthems at Sporting Events

Do we really need national anthems before sporting events? Marc Cuban says “no”. I also talk Batman, American Idol, Jeopardy, Tom Brady, Trump and Spider-Man!
Feb 10, 202112:09
Ep. 19 - Interview with Brian Rhymer @rhymeswithfry

Ep. 19 - Interview with Brian Rhymer @rhymeswithfry

Watt Pad star Brian Rhymer @rhymeswithfry joins me to discuss my attempt at being “wok” this week and tells me to chill. LOL
Feb 05, 202117:53
Ep. 18 - LGBTQ Conversation

Ep. 18 - LGBTQ Conversation

In this week’s episode I talk about a gay kiss being played up laughs and the bias I may have imparted on my child while playing Guess Who. I also talk Sonic, Frasier, Jon Stewart, Oklahoma and OJ Simpson.
Feb 02, 202114:47
Ep. 17 - Death and Weightloss

Ep. 17 - Death and Weightloss

I take almost the full 15 minutes this week to talk about death, weightloss, Harry Potter, Monsters Inc, Joe Biden, Stormy Daniels and other stuff!
Jan 26, 202114:40
Ep. 16 - Betty White and Remote Commuting

Ep. 16 - Betty White and Remote Commuting

I talk my accidental caffeine withdrawal, remote commuting, team Affleck vs team Damon and of course Betty White
Jan 19, 202112:10