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A Word: Blerd Up
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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Jul 12, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
It's convention season, and nerds everywhere may be suiting up to attend the Cons, gatherings of hardcore science-fiction, comic book, fantasy or anime fandoms. That includes BlerdCon, the gathering where Black nerds celebrate their interests in comics, anime, gaming, and much more. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by two artists who will be featured at this year’s BlerdCon, comedian Jay Washington, and actor Phil Lamarr. They talk about the event, the evolution of Black nerd culture, and handling the backlash over diversity in science fiction and fantasy entertainment.
Guests: Performers Jay Washington and Phil Lamarr
Podcast production by Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola
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Guests: Performers Jay Washington and Phil Lamarr
Podcast production by Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola
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Released:
Jul 12, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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