Nerdy Romantics Podcast

Tanvier Peart talks about her rugby romance One Knight's Stand, the first in the Buffalo Steele rugby romance series, and nerdy female MCs, thick thighs, and why friends to lovers is not her jam. She also gives us a long list for our TBRs. No spoilers, so hang out with us! TOPICS WE DISCUSS: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

We weren't surprised when Wonder Man got a season 2. On this episode find out why we think so, including our ratings for the season. Topics we Discuss: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Staci, Marcie and I (Y. M. Nelson) didn't know anything about this Marvel character going in, nor did we know about the series. But we were filled with wonder (I know, bad pun) at this highly entertaining series. Hear what we have to say about this great show. TOPICS WE DISCUSS: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson shares her best books, movies, and TV that celebrate the nerdy and the romantic. She delves into superhero, sci-fi, fantasy, and romance genres to pick the best reads, listens and watches of the year. Curvy Girl SummerLosing SightChildren of Blood and BoneCan't Get EnoughOnly for the WeekThe Accidental ProposalSinnersSavvy Sheldon Feels Good as HellSupermanThe Fantastic Four: First StepsThunderbolts*Captain America: Brave New WorldStar Trek Discovery, S5Superman & Lois, S3The ResidenceIronheartEyes of WakandaThe Penguin 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Jen and host Y. M. Nelson recommend 7 holiday romances for 2025 that will keep you in the holly jolly spirit. Y. M. Nelson also has an announcement for a new mini-series in the new year! Books We Recommend: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson hosts the second part of a review of the Fantastic Four: First Steps with guests Marcie and Perry. They talk an award-worthy performance of Sue Storm, the Richards' kid, Villains in the 828, and rate the movie with a star rating. Topics We Discuss 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson hosts a deep dive into the Marvel movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps. She and guests Perry and Marcie discuss the fantastic four characters, movie pacing, and why this is the best version of them all. TOPICS: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson hosts the continuing discussion of Thuderbolts. She and Jen, Perry and Marcie talk about female led Marvel movies, depression and grief, standout characters in a fun ensemble cast, and we give the movie a star rating. TOPICS WE DISCUSS: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Jen, Perry, Marcie and host Y. M. Nelson talk about why Thunderbolts* was a great character study in a superhero disguise. TOPICS WE DISCUSS: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen continue to review and then rate James Gunn’s version of Superman. In this episode, we talk about the “Justice Gang” – Mr. Terrific, Guy Gardner, and Hawkgirl – Superman’s posse, and we talk about the Daily Planet gang – notably Lois, Perry, Jimmy and Steve – Clark Kent’s posse. We also give this one a star rating. Topics We Discuss: Secondary Characters: The Justice Gang Peacemaker tie-in The "Justice Gang" make up: Guy Garnder, Hawkgirl, and Mr. Terrific Next in the DCU DCU and multiverses explained The Daily Planet crew: Lois, Perry, Jimmy and the newsroom Easter Eggs in Superman Star rating 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen review James Gunn's version of Superman. We went political, we went comic book, we went totally nerdy with this review of the new DCU iteration. This was one lively discussion you can't miss. Topics We Discuss: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Staci and host Y. M. Nelson wrap up discussion of this YA fantasy with a little politics, world building, and look ahead to what the movie version of this book may entail. We finish our review with a Goodreads rating. Topics we discuss: 0:47 When magic means power - The politics of the story 9:13 The politics of the book - The Author's Note 15:23 The World of Children of Blood and Bone 21:50 Musing on the movie version 30:24 The audiobook experience 33:49 GoodReads rating 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson and guest Staci discuss the folklore, the appeal, and the plot of the best selling fantasy Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi. Topics we discuss: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Jen G and host Y. M. Nelson recommend books that will scare you, or if you prefer, that will make you feel cozy while drinking your pumpkin spice latte and cuddling in your sweater. We also pay tribute to two romance authors we lost this summer: Carla Luna, who was also a guest on the show, and Twyla Turner. Books we Discuss: 1:05 A Personal Moment: In Memorium - Carla Luna and Twyla Turner 6:59 Jen's new podcast and Bootcamp 10:39 Blood Bond by Elle Beauregard 13:16 Now You Can Take Me by R. L. Merrill 17:26 Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma 21:05 Honorable Mention: Blood Moon by Brittany S. Lewis 23:10 Haunted Ever After by Jen DeLuca 26:18 Wishful Thinking by Celestine Martin 33:40 There's Pumpkin About You by Athena Carstairs 39:01 Eat. Pray, Hex by Tara Lush (Cozy Mystery) 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Staci, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson talk the secondary characters of Ironheart, including a long-awaited surprise character, and give the show a Goodreads star rating. Topics we discuss: 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

Y. M. Nelson and guests Marcie and Staci talk about the Marvel TV series Ironheart. All of us had something to say about Riri Williams and her status as a legacy hero. And in light of the censorship and extortion of Jimmy Kimmel, what I say about a certain media company's IP is particularly relevant right now. Topics discussed: 1:27 How we found the show and the controversy around that 10:49 Rotten Tomatoes Review bombing 17:23 Are we "Marvel-ed out"? 27:15 Tech mixes with magic 32:38 Riri Williams was annoying 36:13 N.A.T.A.L.I.E. - friend, foe, or Terminator? 41:14 Has Riri changed since Wakanda Forever? 53:25 Why the "Ironheart is bad" argument doesn't work 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

We wrap up our discussion of Superman and Lois with a chat about season 4, the final season of the series. We talk about the correlation between the Death of Superman comic and the show, villains Lex Luthor and Doomsday, the last episode, and we give this one a GoodReads rating. Topics We Discuss: 1:30 Lex Luthor 10:29 Doomsday v. Superman 12:12 A rushed ending 23:55 The Clark Kent reveal to the world 31:42 Kids with superpowers 35:28 Where is Superman and Lois in the Arrowverse? 40:44 The Last Episode 55:08 GoodReads rating 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

In this episode Y. M. Nelson and guest Perry C. discuss the reasons why season 3 of Superman and Lois was the most real of the CW Arrowverse. Topics We Discuss: 01:55 The Death of Superman and the Doomsday character 05:29 Season 3 highlights 12:35 Superman and Lois in the comics 15:22 The new Johnathan Kent 24:23 The CW teen show dynamic 31:47 The Lois and Clark romance 47:36 Season 3 villain: Bruno Manheim 57:21 Pia Manheim and the family dynamic 1:00:09 Clark confronts Emmett 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/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our Patreon community https://patreon.com/authorymnelson 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

We give YOU, season 5 some of the lowest ratings we have ever given anything. Find out why we did that. Also hear what we had to say about the one bright spot in this season, Amanda Camp as Reagan and Maddie, and why she should get an Emmy nod. Topics we discuss: 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 releses and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our nerdy romantics community https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membership 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!

In part 1 of this review, Dana, Staci, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson rip apart season 5 of YOU, the final season fo the Netflix thriller show based on the Carolina Kepnes series of books. Topics we discuss: 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 releses and podcast show notes https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com/subscribe/ 🤝🏾Be a part of our nerdy romantics community https://buymeacoffee.com/authorymnelson/membership 📕 See my romances and romantic women's fiction novels https://ymnelson.com/books ➕Follow me on my other channels: FB | Threads | Instagram | Tiktok | Goodreads https://instagram.com/authorymnelsonhttps://facebook.com/authorymnelsonhttps://tiktok.com/@authorymnelsonhttps://www.threads.net/@authorymnelsonhttps://goodreads.com/authorymnelson 🦜Tell someone about the Nerdy Romantics Podcast!