Best The Op Nerds Podcasts (2025)

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Nerd Pow Wow: The Best New Video Games Coming in November (COD Black Ops 7, Sonic Rumble & More!) 22:14

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Send us a text November is STACKED with new game releases, and the Nerd Pow Wow crew dives into the biggest ones you should have on your radar. From FPS giants to indie bullet-hell chaos, we cover everything hitting Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and the Switch. 🎮 Games Discussed: Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 — releasing Nov. 14 (continuation of Black Ops …

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NERD ALERT: ‘Dispatch’ — The Superhero Resource Allocation Game You Didn’t Know You Needed 17:40

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Send us a text 🚨 NERD ALERT! Today we dive into Dispatch, the brand-new episodic superhero game where you aren’t the hero — you’re the one who dispatches them. We talk gameplay, the “resource allocation / strategy sim” mechanic, and why the animation gives Invincible vibes. Plus — that voice cast: Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad) Matthew Mercer, Laura Bai…

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The New Normal Price – 2 Nerds In A Pod Ep. 357 56:33

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Episode 357 where we talk a new Handheld, A canceled Halo game, what we “should” pay for games, Functional LEGOs, and more! Join the conversation with us LIVE every Monday on twitch.tv/2nerdsinapod at 9pm CST. Viewer questions/business inquiries can be sent to [email protected] Follow us on twitter @2NerdsInAPod for gaming news! Intro/Outr…

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Voyager Is Back! First Look at “Into the Unknown” | Nerd Alert 15:17

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Send us a text Star Trek is boldly going back to the Delta Quadrant… and this time, we’re the crew. In this Nerd Alert, we dive into everything we know so far about the newly announced game Star Trek: Voyager — Into the Unknown. We break down: Gameplay style and mechanics What makes this different from past Star Trek games How the Voyager cast and …

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All*Play- Come play our geeky games! 1:04:20

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On this episode we create nerdy games to challenge, perplex and amuse based on the Bible, pop-culture and nerdy deep cuts! Won't you play along with us?

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Who Owns Trust When Machines Choose 37:38

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The customer isn’t just human anymore. Agents are already learning our preferences, comparing offers, and making choices that used to hinge on emotion and brand memory. We sat down with Ben Wiener, global head at Cognizant Moment, to unpack how this rewires the entire go-to-market stack—from data foundations to creative expression—and why marketing…

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Marvel Zombies: The Goriest Marvel Show Yet?! | The Nerd Pow Wow Podcast 1:04:05

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Send us a text What happens when the Avengers become the undead? 🧟‍♂️ In this episode of The Nerd Pow Wow, Darkwayne, SeraphTheHost, and Moiraibane dive deep into Marvel Zombies — the gory, imaginative new addition to Marvel’s animated universe. From Scarlet Witch’s terrifying control to the undead Captain America creeping through the vents, the cr…

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Could you go Free to Play ONLY? – 2 Nerds In A Pod Ep. 356 1:02:22

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Episode 356 where we talk the early reception of Dual Analog Controls, Halo Remaster, Kentucky’s claims against Roblox, and more! Fair warning, there were some technical issues on Mack’s audio, so one side of the conversation struggled. Steps are underway to change that though! Join the conversation with us LIVE every Monday on twitch.tv/2nerdsinap…

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If CX Is Everyone’s Job, Who Leads? 34:44

9d ago34:44

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Forget shiny tools. The real power in customer experience comes from simple, disciplined execution that customers actually feel: reliable delivery, fast issue resolution, and clear communication. We sit down with Lee Kemp, former VP of CX at Veritiv, to unpack how a military-forged mindset translates into practical CX leadership across supply chain…

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"Golden" age superheroes! 1:04:01

15d ago1:04:01

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Send us a text The Nerd Pow Wow crew goes live on Twitch and visits some of our Golden age heros! 🎮 Watch future streams on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/SeraphTheHost 🎧 Listen on all major podcast platforms. #TheNerdPowWow #TwitchStream #MarvelTalk #GeekCulture #ComicBookPodcast #PopCulture #TheBoys #GenV #SheHulk #Thunderbolts #MarvelZombies #Sta…

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"Spoopy Season 25" or "How Scary is Too Scary for a Christian?" 1:09:50

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In this spooky-fun episode of Nerd of Godcast, the crew dives into the strange tension between fear and faith — why do we spend so much of life trying to avoid fear, yet seek it out for entertainment? From haunted houses to horror games, we explore what draws us to the things that make our skin crawl and how followers of Jesus can be wise about wha…

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The Art of Staying Customer-Obsessed with Tommy Nguyen 1:13:53

20d ago1:13:53

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Welcome back to Self Storage Lab, the podcast where we deconstruct how operators are adapting to today’s technology-driven landscape—and what it means for the future of the industry. This episode’s guest is Tommy Nguyen, co-founder and COO of StoragePug—a company that started with one family-owned facility and evolved into one of the most beloved t…

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Designing AI that Earns Trust and Relevance 37:02

26d ago37:02

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What if doing “the right thing for this customer, right now” became the default? We sit down with Rob Walker, VP of Decisioning and Analytics at Pega, to unpack how empathy at scale, AI-driven decisioning, and strong governance can make customer engagement both more human and more effective. Rob explains why empathy isn’t charity; it’s a system for…

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The Nerd Pow Wow: Marvel Chaos, Twitch-a-Thon & Villains We Love to Hate 1:12:31

27d ago1:12:31

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Send us a text The Nerd Pow Wow crew goes live on Twitch for the first time — and chaos immediately follows. Join Darkwayne, Seraph, and Moiraibane as they dive headfirst into the Marvel multiverse, from Thunderbolts and Marvel Zombies to Wonder Man, She-Hulk, Gen V, The Boys, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. It’s a mix of comic-book nerdery, pop-cu…

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What Goes Up… – 2 Nerds In A Pod Ep. 355 1:01:23

1M ago1:01:23

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Episode 355 where we talk what Nintendo did and did not patent, The High Seas (yar), Shadowcast 3, and in our Sound Test feature, reveal the mystery sound from episode 315 while we share a new challenge! Join the conversation with us LIVE every Monday on twitch.tv/2nerdsinapod at 9pm CST. Viewer questions/business inquiries can be sent to 2nerdsina…

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Skepticism, air cover, and the new playbook for insights teams 50:28

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Christians are Crazy -or- How Insider Church Culture Looks to Those on the Outside 1:20:33

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If AI agents run retail, who keeps thinking? 35:44

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If “modernizing” sounds like a buzzword, this conversation turns it into a blueprint. We sit with retail veteran Art Sebastian to trace how a beloved convenience chain moved from hometown habits to a unified, omni-channel engine - without breaking trust or losing its core. The journey starts with customer truth and a clear-eyed data audit, then bui…

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The Tao of Leadership: Bridging Technology and Human Creativity in the AI Revolution 30:33

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Jack Myers, founder of the Myers Report and Media Village Education Foundation, takes us beyond the typical AI conversation into the profound human implications of artificial intelligence. Drawing from his book "The Tao of Leadership," Myers explores how agentic AI—autonomous systems that interpret goals, make decisions, and evolve in real-time—wil…

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Brown v Entertainment Merchants Association – Round 2 25:16

2M ago25:16

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As a consolation prize for no show this week, we do have something for you: While it isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, it is, for us video gamers the MOST important supreme court decision! This is part 2, for part one, you can go here. This case was decided in 2011, and started out with Schwarzenegger and ended with Brown, challenged by the EMA. It deci…

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The Best Laid Plans -or- The Art of Making the Best of the Unexpected 53:52

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We weren't even supposed to be here today... cancelled guest, almost no crew, we don't even have a plan on what to talk about. But somehow things not going according to plan created a path for us to talk about the unexpected moments in our live that God uses to bring growth and fruitfulness. We talk Star Trek, the Letterboxd App, throw down with th…

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Judgment Day at the Pow Wow: Our Take on the Terminator Saga 50:46

2M ago50:46

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Send us a text The Nerd Pow Wow crew takes aim at the machines! In this episode, we dive deep into the Terminator movie franchise—from the groundbreaking original and the legendary Judgment Day, to the wild twists of Rise of the Machines, Salvation, Genisys, and Dark Fate. We break down the best (and worst) moments, debate Sarah Connor’s legacy, an…

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VR news, Connect preview, and the I Expect You To Die: Phoenix Rising bundle 43:00

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This week JayBratt, NatBratt, and Assassin32 answer your burning questions and talk about The I Expect You To Die: Phoenix Rising bundle!! Welcome to the Full Dive Gaming podcast, where we dive into all the news, discussion, and insights you need for VR gaming! We release NEW EPISODES on all Your Favorite major platforms: Spotify, Apple, Google... …

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The ISPerils of Piracy – 2 Nerds In A Pod Short Episode 7:54

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A short episode with just a dash of legalese about trouble for an ISP not squashing piracy enough, and one last chance to guess the Mystery Sound from episode 315 before we reveal it next episode! Keep it nerdy and we will see you next week Join the conversation with us LIVE every Monday on twitch.tv/2nerdsinapod at 9pm CST. Viewer questions/busine…

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The $15 Billion Product Experience Challenge 28:57

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Ever wondered why you abandon your shopping cart online? The answer might surprise you. According to Tarun Chandrasekhar, President and Chief Product Officer at Syndigo, "Customers don't abandon products, they abandon poor experiences." This simple yet profound insight cuts to the heart of today's commerce challenges. The most jaw-dropping revelati…

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🎬 Dream Casting: Darkwing Duck, Barry Burton & New Mutants 47:15

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Send us a text The Nerd Pow Wow dives into dream casting! Darkwayne reveals his fantasy cast list for a live-action/CGI Darkwing Duck movie, Seraph shares his favorite pick for Barry Burton, and Moiraibane takes us on a ride with his recasting vision for The New Mutants. Join the Pow Wow crew as we debate, laugh, and nerd out over our favorite “wha…

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Faraz Hemani: From Big Tech to Self Storage 50:13

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Summary In this conversation, Faraz Hemani shares his journey from a successful career in big tech to becoming a self-storage entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges and motivations behind his leap into entrepreneurship, the importance of understanding risk, and how his upbringing shaped his views on money and investment. Faraz elaborates on his …

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Personalization First: The Secret to Customer Loyalty 36:30

2M ago36:30

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The strategic balance between technology investment and human touchpoints has never been more critical in customer experience. In this eye-opening conversation with Mario Matulich, CEO of Customer Management Practice and CCW, we uncover why so many well-intentioned CX initiatives fail during uncertain economic times. Mario reveals the three drivers…

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How to Deal With Distractions and LOOK A SQUIRREL! 1:28:41

2M ago1:28:41

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This week on the Nerd of Godcast we’re talking all about distraction—how it derails us, why we lean on it, and how it can sneak into our spiritual lives. We’ll dive into the Bible’s perspective on staying centered when everything pulls for our attention. Plus, we review KPop Demon Hunter and Ice Cube's War of the Worlds. Join the conversation, laug…

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Nerd Alert: Killjoys, Dark Matter & Ladyhawke (1985) 18:58

2M ago18:58

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Send us a text In this Nerd Alert episode, Moiraibane sits down with Darkwayne and Seraph to talk through three fan-favorite nerd culture gems: 🚀 Killjoys – A bounty-hunting crew navigating corporate control and interplanetary chaos. 🌌 Dark Matter – A mysterious crew wakes up on a ship with their memories wiped and secrets lurking in the dark. 🦅 La…

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CRAZY VR THINGS ARE HAPPENING And We're All Together!! 49:28

2M ago49:28

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JayBratt, NatBratt, and Assassin32 are all together when JayBratt drops a bomb!! Quest 3 accessory manufacturer tells JayBratt to stop making videos about them, FitXR makes a big lifestyle difference, Assassin32 is going to livestream horror games in October!! 0:00 VR Podcast Intro: JayBratt, NAtBratt, and Assassin32 are together!! 0:24 Thanks to t…

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NERD ALERT: Marvel SNAP! 21:53

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Send us a text Today we are discussing the mobile game Marvel Snap if you havent tried it give it a shot!!!! Video episodes every Friday on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheNerdPowWow Join the Nerds on Discord https://discord.gg/X3awkB2C Join the Nerds on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1614818419140212 Find SeraphTheHost on Twitch http…

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Valve’s Mysterious Fremont & Galileo – 2 Nerds In A Pod Ep. 354 1:00:20

2M ago1:00:20

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Episode 354 where we talk 007 games, Video Game Synths, a LoZ inspired Cookbook, a possibility of MORE online protections, and more! Join the conversation with us LIVE every Monday on twitch.tv/2nerdsinapod at 9pm CST. Viewer questions/business inquiries can be sent to [email protected] Follow us on twitter @2NerdsInAPod for gaming news! I…

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Nerd Alert : Unmasking Dexter's Dark Passenger 20:53

2M ago20:53

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Send us a text This Nerd Alert takes a different turn - instead of the usual Nerd Pow Wow roundtable, it's Darkwayne sharing why he loves Dexter and why you should be watching too. Whether you're a long time fan, someone who drifted away, or just curious about the hype, Darkwayne breaks down what makes Dexter Morgan such a fascinating character and…

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What Happens After You Click "Buy"? 29:37

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Ever wondered what happens in that crucial moment after you click "buy" online? Ashley Firmstone, SVP of Global Enterprise Growth at ROKT, takes us deep into the psychology of the transaction moment and how forward-thinking brands are transforming it from a dead end into a value-creating opportunity. When you complete a purchase online, you're expe…

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Nerd Pow Wow presents The Borg Collective/Star Trek's Greatest Villains 1:06:06

2M ago1:06:06

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Send us a text In this episode of The Nerd Pow Wow, we explore the relentless Borg - one of the most iconic and terrifying foes in Star Trek history. From their chilling appearance in "Q Who" to the unforgettable showdown in "The Best of Both Worlds," we break down why the Borg remain such a lasting force in science fiction. Whether you're a longti…

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Nintendo Pushes Devs to the Switch… 1? – 2 Nerds In A Pod Ep. 353 1:01:06

3M ago1:01:06

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Episode 353 where we talk Archiving vs Preservation, Hollow Knight: Silksong (of course), a very non-answer answer, and more! Join the conversation with us LIVE every Monday on twitch.tv/2nerdsinapod at 9pm CST. Viewer questions/business inquiries can be sent to [email protected] Follow us on twitter @2NerdsInAPod for gaming news! Intro/Ou…

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Measuring What Matters in Retail Media 46:07

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The world of retail media is experiencing a seismic shift as networks struggle to bridge the gap between traditional in-store marketing and digital advertising approaches. In this fascinating conversation with Paul Brenner (Global SVP of Retail Media and Partnerships at InStore Marketplace) and Steve Gray (Director of SG Retail UK), we explore the …

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Smells Like Team Spirit 52:34

3M ago52:34

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Join the crew (well, just the boys) as we dive into the world of team dynamics—from fandoms like the X-Men to our very own family of faith. Plus we dive into the dumpster to put 2015’s Fantastic Four movie under the microscope (and challenge ourselves to say something nice about it), unpack what makes great teams work both on screen and in real lif…

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Zombies Discussion with Special Guest Siren! 41:57

3M ago41:57

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Send us a text Greetings Nerds - We are going to be talking about Zombies from George Romero to zombies ate my neighbors! We are going deep and talking about some of the zombie movies/shows and TV that we love! Resident evil, Dead Snow, Anna and the Apocalypse, the dead don't die and Shawn of the dead! its a real Zombie land here at the nerd pow wo…

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Retention Over Acquisition: The New Subscription Paradigm 30:40

3M ago30:40

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The subscription economy is experiencing a profound transformation. What once centered entirely on acquisition has shifted dramatically toward retention as businesses recognize the true value of deepening customer relationships rather than constantly chasing new subscribers. Lina Tonk, CMO at Recurly, explains this evolution with remarkable clarity…

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What we Don’t Know About Gamepass – 2 Nerds In A Pod Ep. 352 57:52

3M ago57:52

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Episode 354 where we talk Battlefield, the swift changes at Tencent, a crowdfunding scam, Epic v Google, and more! Join the conversation with us LIVE every Monday on twitch.tv/2nerdsinapod at 9pm CST. Viewer questions/business inquiries can be sent to [email protected] Follow us on twitter @2NerdsInAPod for gaming news! Intro/Outro music b…