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Geek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Rudyard KiplingHeather talks about Rudyard Kipling - British poet and author of The Jungle book2020-08-1933 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Picking the right TTRPG for youHeather helps you pick the best RPG for you!2020-08-0533 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - The Black DeathIn this solo episode Russ talks about the history of the Black Death.2020-07-1529 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - DnD Classes for New PlayersInteresting in playing DnD? Let Geek Thyself give you a crash course in picking your character class!2020-07-0142 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - The Gay Liberation MovementA pride filled episode for y'all!2020-06-2430 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - StonewallRuss and Heather talk about the event that started Pride - Stonewall2020-06-1743 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Black Lives MatterBlack Lives Matter2020-06-1004 minGeek ThyselfBlack Lives MatterFor ways to get involved visit: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/2020-06-0304 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Japanese InternmentHeather and Russ talk about the history of Japanese Internment.2020-05-2742 min
In Vein: WalpurgisnachtIn Vein: Blood Rush TrailerComing soon to Nerdsmith...2020-05-2001 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Martial Arts WeaponsRuss and Heather give us a breakdown of martial arts weapons on this week's episode.2020-05-2039 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Pixar Movies RankedRuss and Heather rank Pixar movies!2020-05-1339 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Disney Movies RankedHeather and Russ talk about their favorite Disney films, and rank them.2020-05-0641 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - AllergiesHay Fever season is here. Russ and Heather dive into why this time of year makes our eyes water and nose itch!2020-04-2939 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Catherine the GreatIn this "great" episode - see what we did there - Russell and Heather discuss Russia's longest ruling Empress, Catherine.2020-04-2242 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - April Fools and Peter RabbitRuss and Heather talk about some of the traditional stories and customs based around this time of year.2020-04-0837 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - April FoolsThis week, Heather and Russ bring you a special April Fools Day episode.2020-04-0129 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Cinema's Silent Era and TalkiesTime to enjoy a bit of movie magic! Heather and Russ visit Hollywood to bring us the scoop on the start of cinema.2020-03-2533 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - St. Patrick's DayRuss and Heather talk about the history of St. Patrick and his feast day.2020-03-1944 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself: COVID-19Heather talks about COVID-19 from a scientist's perspective.2020-03-1148 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself- Media Ratings: UK vs USHeather and Russ dive into the difference in media ratings both here in the US and across the pond!2020-03-0444 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Civil Rights MovementHeather and Russ bring you HISTORY!2020-02-2643 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - AnimeTime to talk anime in this episode of Geek Thyself as the birthday duo, Russ and Heather find time to chat.2020-02-1938 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Valentine's DayGeek Thyself is spreading the love! Join Russ and Heather as they chat about Valentine's Day!2020-02-1243 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - The Wars of the RosesTime for a history lesson! Heather and Russ go back in time to discuss the Wars of the Roses.2020-02-0537 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - A Decade in ReviewHeather and Russ talk about the decade in review2020-01-2943 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Wild Movie PredictionsRuss and Heather chat about wild movie predictions for the 2000s!2020-01-2236 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - ResolutionsNew Year, new you? Russ and Heather talk about New Year's Resolutions and why we make them.2020-01-1633 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - The History of CalendarsIt's time to explore time itself! Russ and Heather take a look at the history of calendars.2020-01-0834 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Pet Safety During the HolidaysRuss and Heather talk about our animal companions and how best to care for them and keep them safe during the holidays.2019-12-1846 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Christmas TraditionsHeather and Russ talk about their favorite holiday traditions2019-12-1142 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Doctor Who's Origins and RevivalHeather and Russ talk about one of their sci-fi faves: Doctor Who! Who else listens for the TARDIS on occasion like they do?2019-12-0444 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - LitRPGRuss and Heather walk you through the ins and outs of LitRPGs!2019-11-2035 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Holidays Around the WorldRuss and Heather go exploring around the world to find fantastic holiday traditions from around the globe!2019-11-1344 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - Guy Fawkes DayRemember, remember to listen to this episode of Geek Thyself, and be sure to donate to Heifer International this NerdsGiving!2019-11-0641 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself- The Four Horsemen of the ApocalypseTime for more scare-iffic facts! This episode is all about the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.2019-10-3040 min
WAND RadioWAND The Final FrontierWe love you all, goodnight.
Support this podcast2019-09-1200 minWAND RadioA Faun's PleaI'm beginning to rethink some of my previous choices
Support this podcast2019-07-0200 minWAND RadioCalliope's QuestHunting down a way to keep the station alive
Support this podcast2019-06-0400 minWAND RadioEmmett UnderdarkReaching out once more onto the airwaves...
Support this podcast2019-05-2800 minWAND RadioA brief broadcastA missive from Rupert and Calliope
Support this podcast2019-05-2100 minWAND RadioFlying SoloWith Calliope missing in action, the boys are left to fend for themselves and run the studio alone. Will the show survive?
Support this podcast2019-04-3000 minWAND RadioDon't Void the WarrantyFor the second week of our Sub Drive we're offering a 6month Grand Master Tier subscription to World Anvil!
Use the hastag #WANDAnvil on any social media to be entered!!
Support this podcast2019-04-2300 minGeek ThyselfGeek Thyself - New Doctor, Who Dis?Heather and special guest, Russ talk about Dr. Who! Be sure to check out this special Nerdsmith SubDrive edition of GeekThyself!2019-04-171h 14WAND RadioNerdsmith SubDrive 2019Its that time of year! Calliope, Emmett, and Rupert are here to shill for the University, and answer your questions while doing so.
Support this podcast2019-04-1600 minWAND RadioWhy Am I Sticky?Submitted with apologies...
Support this podcast2019-04-0900 minWAND RadioHooligan CounterpartsThe gang is headed to WonderCon 2019, but was Calliope able to save Rupert from an academic fate worse than Emmett's?
Support this podcast2019-03-2600 minWAND RadioThe Bugbear SignalA VERY important letter comes for our trio... is this the end of WAND??!!
Support this podcast2019-03-1900 minWAND RadioThe Pipes are CallingThis one's for you, Professor
Support this podcast2019-03-1200 minWAND RadioJot this DownCalliope's friend Jot comes to visit and the best kind of chaos ensues
Special thanks to Kyle Gould for guesting on this episode of WAND radio! Be sure to check him out at Tavern Tales Podcast!
Support this podcast2019-03-0500 minWAND RadioEp. 047: Remember, RememberJust a normal day in the studio with three chuckle heads desperately trying to make a radio show for an arcane university.
Support this podcast2019-02-2600 minWAND RadioEp. 046: Dr. HeatherA professor guest makes this episode pure infotainment!
A huge thank you to our amazing guest, Dr. Heather! If you want more Heather you can find her on Nerdsmith on Countless Heroes, Shenanigoons, Charm and Trouble, and of course... Geek Thyself.
Support this podcast2019-02-1900 minWAND RadioEp. 045: AddictedSorry for the late upload folks! Our service provider had an outage that delayed us a bit, but please enjoy!
Support this podcast2019-02-1300 minWAND RadioEp. 044: Chips AhoyChip and his friend Burt make a comeback in the studio this week when Calliope needs some answers to a burning question.
Also congrats to our winner of the Die Hard Dice set - Jacob!
Support this podcast2019-01-2900 minWAND RadioEp. 043: WakwakwardA wise cracking scheming would be comedian has broken though to the airwaves. How can the crew continue on like this?
Special thanks to Fennec Richards for proving us some guest voices. You can find Fennec on The Land Above as Resa wherever you download your podcasts.
Support this podcast2019-01-2200 minWAND RadioEp. 042: #WANDHARDToday the crew tackles the tough questions like: the afterlife, business practices, positive self image, dating, and what exactly is a jamoke?
Be sure to tag us on Twitter or on Facebook, share something you love about us, or dirty about us, along with the hashtag #wandhard and be entered to win a gorgeous set of metal dice from Die Hard Dice!
Support this podcast2019-01-0800 minWAND RadioEp. 041: Over-Compensation"New Year New You" doesn't quite seem to be going as smoothly as one would hope. Very NSFW
Support this podcast2019-01-0200 minWAND RadioEp. 040: Happy HolidaysThank you all for listening and happy holidays from WAND Radio. The crew give each other presents with a surprise from Googly.
Support this podcast2018-12-2500 minWAND RadioEp.039: Holiday MemoriesThe gang is ready to answer your Candlenight's questions from holiday traditions to last minute shopping sprees.
Support this podcast2018-12-1800 minWAND RadioEp.038: Cease'n'Desist GreetingsIn an effort to really get into the holiday spirit, the gang runs into a few... issues.
Support this podcast2018-12-1200 minWAND RadioEp. 037: Calliope's Candlenights MiracleCan Emmett and Rupert teach Calliope the true meaning of the holiday season?
Support this podcast2018-12-0400 minWAND RadioEp. 036: Thanksgiving TraditionsThe THACO University Thanksgiving celebration is here and your favorite radio hosts are ready to talk turkey and traditions.
Support this podcast2018-11-2000 minWAND RadioEp. 035: Portal PuzzleCalliope Rupert and Emmett are having a slow day until our magic item turns things around for them.
Thank you to everyone who has been participating in our fund drive for The Trevor Project! We could not do this without you!
Support this podcast2018-11-1300 minWAND RadioEp. 034: Romantic RevisionsDate night is here and so is NERDSGIVING!
Support this podcast2018-11-0600 minWAND RadioEp. 033: Costume ComplicationsThe gang is all excited to find a costume for the THACO Costume Contest. Will their choices make the grade?
Support this podcast2018-10-3000 minWAND RadioEp. 032: Going NutsEmmett, Calliope, and Rupert try to get things back to normal.
If you are interested in learning more about the charity drive mentioned in this episode, please visit: http://www.nerdsmith.org/nerds-giving/
Support this podcast2018-10-2400 minWAND RadioEp. 031: Emmett's Birthday BonanzaEmmett's birthday is here, and surprises are in store.
(Thank you to Jenny O'Sullivan for lending her voice to this episode)
Support this podcast2018-10-1600 minIn Vein: WalpurgisnachtIn Vein: Walpurgisnacht Teaser TrailerComing Soon to Nerdsmith.org2018-10-1501 minWAND RadioEp. 030: When a Tiefling Gets His WingsThe crew is ready for more questions, antics, and magic items! Can they keep it together?
Support this podcast2018-10-0200 minWAND RadioEp. 029.1: Ranch Hands and Jelly JamsPast deeds come back to haunt our hosts...
Support this podcast2018-09-2500 minWAND RadioEp. 029: Ranch HandsSupport this podcast2018-09-2500 minWAND RadioEp. 028: In a Bit of a JamWith fuzzy heads from Emmett's Beholder Beach Bash, the WAND crew try to regain control of their routines.
Support this podcast2018-09-1800 minWAND RadioEp. 027: Earlier Today Three Weeks AgoPresented without comment... we are so sorry.
HUGE THANK YOU TO: C'Loni, CJ, and Chad for sending us questions and magic items for us to review! We couldn't do this without you!! Also, Will Crosswait - We love you.
Support this podcast2018-09-1100 minWAND RadioEp. 026: 'Ettin an EducationCalliope discusses her dislike of Christmas movies, Rupert waxes poetical about his girlfriend, and Emmett announces his sausage party.
Support this podcast2018-09-0400 minWAND RadioEp. 025: Bugbear Awareness MonthEmmett is determined to take his new position very seriously. Calliope enjoys a snack, and Rupert discusses speed eating mayonnaise.
Support this podcast2018-08-2800 minWAND RadioEp. 024: Ben Folds Five Time and SpaceEmmett's new position is to be celebrated. Craig ghosts Missy, and Rupert, Emmett, and Calliope talk about revenge plans.
Support this podcast2018-08-2100 minWAND RadioEp. 023: Cowboy 101Emmett is summoned to the Dean's office, Calliope talks about her fears, and Rupert discovers the 8th greatest wonder of the world.
Support this podcast2018-08-1400 minWAND RadioEp. 022: Wisdom for the AgesA magical potion sends the group into terror. Calliope shows of her linguistic skills, and the group waxes poetical about goats.
Support this podcast2018-08-0700 minWAND RadioEp. 021: You're WelcomeSchool is back in session and the gang is ready for a fresh start. Rupert talks about his close call with a bunch of birds. Emmett rewrites a song for Flossy, and Calliope reveals a secret.
Support this podcast2018-07-3100 minGeek ThyselfEp. 022 Geek Thyself - The Origins of HalloweenIt isn't quite pumpkin time just yet, but Heather dives into the Origins of Halloween at the request of Nerdsmith Monthly Contest Winner, Bekah Love!2018-07-2536 minWAND RadioEp. 020: Culinary CuriositiesIts just about back to business as usual for our favorite college radio hosts. Emmett tries to sneak whiskey from the Dean, Calliope pontificates on the pros of being a know it all, and Rupert discusses his dislike of familiars.
Support this podcast2018-07-2400 minWAND RadioEp. 019: One Sharp CookieEmmett, Calliope, and Rupert come face to face with a stowaway in the recording booth.
Special thanks to Nerdsmith Champion Winner: Aubrey Erickson. We could not have done this without your generous support.
Support this podcast2018-07-1700 minWAND RadioEp. 018: BA in BabysittingEmmett, Calliope, and Rupert discuss the importance of on-campus child care.
Support this podcast2018-07-1000 minWAND RadioEp. 017: On Deaf EarsThis weeks magic item really will blow you away!
Support this podcast2018-07-0300 minWAND RadioEp. 016: LandsharkEvil laughs and land sharks, craziness ensues in this episode of WAND.
PS. We're sorry McElroys - we love you.
Support this podcast2018-06-2600 minWAND RadioEp. 015: Karaoke NightCalliope, Emmett, and Rupert are back at it again with more advice for those living the arcane life. From meeting the parents to making a good first impression at your new job, the trio has you covered!
Support this podcast2018-06-1900 minWAND RadioEp. 014: Great Googly MooglyCalliope and Googly Unicorn chat and answer questions in a mini-episode of WAND. While the Tiefling and Cowboy are away... the unicorn and faun will play??
Support this podcast2018-06-1500 minWAND RadioEp. 013: Anti-Magic Hard Candy ShellThe group has summer snacks and cafeteria contests on the brain!
Support this podcast2018-06-0600 minWAND RadioEp. 012: Practice Safe HexThe WAND crew get deep this episode with talk about politics, honesty, and sewer maintenance? Maybe deep isn't the word...
Support this podcast2018-05-2300 minWAND RadioEp. 011: Emu-zingTwo magic items, emu's and hot dragon on dragon action are the questions on the air this week. Plus a small hiccup makes a big impact on the studio.
Support this podcast2018-05-1500 minWAND RadioEp. 010: The Aliens Among UsSummer is almost here, and the gang is feeling a little listless. Can they beat the heat?
Support this podcast2018-05-0800 minWAND RadioEp. 009: An Irritated What Now??Emmett had a run in with a fortune teller predicting that it will be an auspicious May Day for him. Is it a dream come true day?
Support this podcast2018-05-0100 minWAND RadioEp. 008: Kid Sister and MeEmmett's little sister joins us in the studio for a special episode of WAND. Googly pokes her head in, Rupert finds his voice, and Calliope gets asked a very special question.
Support this podcast2018-04-2400 minWAND RadioEp. 007: And That's ScienceIts the Nerdsmith Subscription Drive! Emmett has been informed that he should be on his best behavior. Can he keep it up?
Unfortunately, there was a ghost in the machine and some of the audio has a few extra clicks and pops - please forgive our mess.
Support this podcast2018-04-1700 minWAND RadioEp. 006: Turkey TransmutationThe gang are back from Spring Break with only a few minor mishaps. But will Emmett's quest to cook the perfect turkey spell disaster for the station??
Support this podcast2018-04-1000 minWAND RadioEp. 005: Spring Break FeverThe gang is clearly a little punchy with spring break rapidly approaching. Travel opportunities, rival schools, and a new magic item are the talk of the table.
Support this podcast2018-03-2700 minWAND RadioEp. 004: That's NOT a PocketSpring break is close at hand and our hosts are getting a little bit punchy...
Support this podcast2018-03-2000 minWAND RadioEp. 003: Bugbear BoogalooCalliope can "bearly" keep control of the show. Today's show is full of lies, truths, and sticky situations
Support this podcast2018-03-1300 minWAND RadioEp. 002: The Petunia IncidentJust how many terrible vacations has Rupert been on? Is Emmett secretly a math genius? Can Calliope keep it together for more than 5 five minutes with these two yahoos?
And what exactly is... the petunia incident
Support this podcast2018-03-0700 min
WAND RadioEp. 001: Battle of the BandsCalliope is so ready for her first day on the arcane airwaves with co-hosts Rupert and Emmett, can they keep the show going? Answering questions from the student body shouldn't be this difficult.
Support this podcast2018-03-0100 min