Nerdette
Nerdette is a weekly interview show that helps you unwind with fun conversations, inspiring ideas, and delightful recommendations. And join us every month for the Nerdette Bookclub!
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 30 minutes
- Episodes
- 634
- Years Active
- 2013 - 2024
Heat Waves, Fun Games, And Weird Plays
We unpack the week that was, including ‘Zola,’ heat waves, and the Delta variant, with Priska Neely and Anna Rubanova.
Then, Abby Browde, co-creator of ‘A Thousand Ways,’ tells us what inspired this…
00:34:35 |
Fri 02 Jul 2021
SCOTUS: It's Okay To Say 'F*** School'
We discuss the week that was with the hosts of ‘The Cut’ podcast, Jazmin Aguilera and B.A. Parker. That means, of course, Britney Spears’ latest statement on her conservatorship, the case of the curs…
00:30:41 |
Fri 25 Jun 2021
Nerdette Book Club: 'Great Circle'
It’s that time again! This month, we discuss Maggie Shipstead’s ‘Great Circle’ with book critic Bethanne Patrick and Kirkus fiction reviewer Laurie Muchnick.
We talk about scale, art, and the Arctic…
00:50:13 |
Tue 22 Jun 2021
Summer Reads And The Soundtrack For Them
The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the beaches are packed. Whether you’re working or basking, we have some recommendations for books to read and jams to hang to this summer.
00:24:19 |
Fri 18 Jun 2021
Don't Get FOMO, Get JOMO
Writers Heather Havrilesky and Daniel Lavery join to unpack the week that was, including FOMO, vaccine incentives, and Simone Biles.
We also hear from Dr. Carl Hart, a drug researcher at Columbia U…
00:30:25 |
Fri 11 Jun 2021
Nerdette Book Club: Maggie Shipstead On ‘Great Circle’
Welcome back to the Nerdette Book Club! It’s just like a regular book club only we never have to know if you actually read the book! This month our pick is ‘Great Circle’ by Maggie Shipstead. At just…
00:29:32 |
Tue 08 Jun 2021
Sex, Swears, And Tennis Phenoms
Relevant links include:
- Why The Ransomware Crisis Suddenly Feels So Relentless (via MIT Technology Review)
- Naomi Osaka And The Power Of ‘Nope’ (via New York Times)
- Viral Video Of Teen Pushing Bear Off …
00:32:47 |
Fri 04 Jun 2021
Can I Really Take Off My Mask Now We Asked An Epidemiologist
This week we checked back in with Dr. Emily Landon, an epidemiologist and infectious disease specialist at the University of Chicago, to get all of your latest COVID questions answered!
We talked ab…
00:25:47 |
Fri 28 May 2021
Nerdette Book Club: 'White Ivy'
It’s that time again! This month, we discuss Susie Yang’s best selling debut novel ‘White Ivy’ with author Leland Cheuk (‘No Good Very Bad Asian’) and Barathi Nakkeeran, a New Delhi-based researcher …
00:36:35 |
Tue 25 May 2021
I Want To Believe… In An End To The Generation Wars
This week we’re joined by ‘1A’ senior producer Jonquilyn Hill and Danielle Kurtzleben, co-host of ‘The NPR Politics Podcast.’ Together, we unpack the week that was, including societal reopening, UFOs…
00:33:58 |
Fri 21 May 2021
This Week We're Going "Off The Rails!" (Wearing Slippers In Public And Leaning Into Dry Shampoo)
This week we’re joined by Amy Ratcliffe, author of ‘A Kids Guide To Fandom’ and managing editor of Nerdist, and Jasmine Warga, who wrote ‘Other Words For Home’ and ‘The Shape Of Thunder.’ They tell u…
00:32:35 |
Fri 14 May 2021
Nerdette Book Club: Susie Yang On ‘White Ivy’
Welcome back to Nerdette Book Club! It’s just like a regular book club only you never have to leave your house! This month’s pick is ‘White Ivy’ by Susie Yang. It’s a thrilling debut about a young Ch…
00:22:17 |
Tue 11 May 2021
Bye Bye Herd Immunity, We Hardly Knew Ye
Greta’s back in the host seat this week, joined by the host of ‘Galaxy Brains’ Dave Schilling and WBEZ politics reporter Mariah Woelfel. They discuss the YOLO economy, Bill and Melinda Gates’ divorce…
00:25:53 |
Fri 07 May 2021
Flashing Face After The Vax? It’s More Likely Than You Think
Once again, we have made it to Friday.
This week, Vocalo’s Jill Hopkins takes over while Greta is away enjoying the exotic sights and sounds of central Michigan. Our panelists are Madison Malone Kir…
00:22:11 |
Fri 30 Apr 2021
Nerdette Book Club: 'The Office Of Historical Corrections'
Welcome back to Nerdette Book Club! This month we’re reading ‘The Office of Historical Corrections’ by Danielle Evans. It’s a totally immersive short story collection that’s as funny as it is searchi…
00:42:43 |
Tue 27 Apr 2021
The Chauvin Verdict, 'Mother Grains,' And The Incoming Cicada Rager
Once again, we have made it to Friday y’all. Congratulations.
This week we are joined by Lucas Silveira, musician and host of ‘Shine True,’ as well as Tre’vell Anderson, journalist and co-host of th…
00:30:01 |
Fri 23 Apr 2021
Police Violence, Podcast Recommendations, And The Pandemic Wall
It’s been a heavy week… Come process with us!
This week we’re joined by Negin Farsad, comedian and host of Fake The Nation, and Aarti Shahani, host of Art of Power. We discuss the ongoing issue of …
00:28:53 |
Fri 16 Apr 2021
Nerdette Book Club: Danielle Evans On 'The Office Of Historical Corrections'
Welcome back to Nerdette Book Club! This month’s pick is ‘The Office of Historical Corrections’ by Danielle Evans. It’s a funny and expertly crafted new collection of short stories from the award win…
00:23:37 |
Tue 13 Apr 2021
Is Re-watching 'Grey's Anatomy' A Cry For Help? A Shondaland Investigation
Would you carry a vaccine passport? Should we have to rely on corporate overlords to ensure our right to vote? Will you still watch “Bridgerton” even though Regé-Jean Page won’t be around? IS RE-WATC…
00:34:32 |
Fri 09 Apr 2021
The Boat Is Unstuck! Time For A Satanic Panic, I Guess
Oh gosh, let’s see. COVID cases are rising again. The boat is no longer obstructing the Suez Canal. Derek Chauvin is on trial for the murder of George Floyd. And Lil Nas X is winning the internet! Ja…
00:32:08 |
Fri 02 Apr 2021
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