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Black Girl Nerds is the intersection of geek culture and Black feminism. If you love comic books, movies, tech, gaming then the BGN Podcast is right up your alley! Black Girl Nerds features interviews from the best of the best in entertainment, so if you're a fan of pop culture and love nerdy things check out what BGN has in store for you!

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome actor J Nycole Ralph of the film 'I Play Rocky'. J Nycole is an actor, producer, and storyteller drawn to the people and stories history too often overlooks.

She appears in Peter Far... more

In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome back Orlando Jones to talk about his role as Papa Legba in American Horror Story: 13. In the episode, "The Prodigal Son", Orlando Jones plays Papa Legba.  Under threat, the witches le... more

In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome filmmakers David Greaves and Liani Greaves of the film documentary Once Upon a Time in Harlem.

A decade after his death, genre-defying filmmaker William Greaves has one last trick up... more

In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we break down our experience at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival and discuss the films we love and didn't love this year. We also discuss the dynamic of how the festival has changed,... more

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Recent Guests

J Nycole Ralph
Actor, producer, and storyteller; appeared in The Book of Mormon and toured in West Side Story
Episode: J Nycole Ralph of 'I Play Rocky'
Orlando Jones
Actor who plays Papa Legba in American Horror Story: 13
Episode: Orlando Jones of ‘American Horror Story: 13'
David Greaves
Director of Once Upon a Time in Harlem and son of filmmaker William Greaves
Episode: Filmmakers David Greaves and Liani Greaves of 'Once Upon a Time in Harlem'
Liani Greaves
Producer of Once Upon a Time in Harlem and granddaughter of filmmaker William Greaves
Episode: Filmmakers David Greaves and Liani Greaves of 'Once Upon a Time in Harlem'
Maya Annik Bedward
Afro-Caribbean-Canadian film director, founder of Black Screen Office
Filmmaker, director of Black Zombie
Episode: 'Black Zombie' Director Maya Annik Bedward
John Dierre
Director of Meta Take One
Meta Take One
Episode: Filmmaker John Dierre of 'Meta Take One'
Carlos Key
Writer, director, producer of Kingston
Kingston film project
Episode: The Filmmakers of 'Kingston'
Kalijah Rowe
Writer, director, producer of Kingston
Kingston film project
Episode: The Filmmakers of 'Kingston'
Jenna Shen
Writer, producer of Kingston
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Episode: The Filmmakers of 'Kingston'

Host

Jamie Broadnax
Host of Black Girl Nerds; leading voice in Black women's representation in nerd culture

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 312 ratings
  • I’m Back!

    I love this podcast. They discuss fantasy, manga, comics, science fiction, video games, politics, history, and reality television. I’m unsubscribed, and then I returned.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TonyaCollins
    United States3 years ago
  • So good!

    I started following the show for the Kindred episodes, which are exactly what I was looking for. The hosts cover every point of the show with depth and humor, and do an awesome job of discussing which plot points diverge from the book, and when that makes sense & when it doesn’t (and I completely agree so far — Kevin & Dana make much more sense as a married couple!). I can’t wait for more Kindred episodes, and to explore other episodes in the meantime.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YellowTandy
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this show!

    I love hearing the perspective of women on nerdy things and I just love that at least once I will have an almost word for word reaction similar to one of yours to a scene. I’m listening to #dragonsyall and I love the family drama and how you all break down the episodes. 🫶🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sgrmonkey
    United States4 years ago
  • BGN

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    k hinson
    United States4 years ago
  • BGN brings it! Listen now!

    There’s shows and then there’s BGN which is on another level. Quality content and amazing coverage of what’s happening in the past, present and future. Pa’lante! ✊🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G.Alvaré
    United States4 years ago

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J Nycole Ralph of 'I Play Rocky'
Q: Why was that acknowledgement so important to you? And what did that moment teach you about power that actors have in preserving history?
Ralph said she did not want another Black woman to be ignored or erased. She raised the issue with director Peter Farrelly and writer Peter Gamble, who agreed Lewis deserved to be named.
J Nycole Ralph of 'I Play Rocky'
Q: What did you learn about Diana during your research that surprised you or made you feel particularly connected to her story?
Ralph learned that Lewis played herself in the original Rocky and was an Emmy Award-winning journalist who became a Detroit legend.
Orlando Jones of ‘American Horror Story: 13'
Q: What was the first thing you needed to understand about Papa Legba before you could inhabit him? Was it his relationship to power, his sense of humor, or the rules that he lives by?
Jones considered what Legba's day-to-day life might be like and what his relationships with the witches meant. Their attention and ability to enter his realm give him a soft spot for them, while the unfolding threat puts his authority and role at risk.
Orlando Jones of ‘American Horror Story: 13'
Q: Did you revisit Lance Reddick, who was originally in this role, in both Coven and Apocalypse while preparing, or did you begin by developing your own interpretation?
Jones had already seen both seasons and recalled a conversation with Reddick, who was his friend. He honored the character's history but made his own choices, including a more agitated performance and an authentic Haitian accent.
Filmmakers David Greaves and Liani Greaves of 'Once Upon a Time in Harlem'
Q: Liani, how did you two come to the decision to turn this into a film as opposed to letting it stay in the archives?
The family initially planned to present the restored footage as an archive. While watching it with restoration producer Ann Demare, they realized it could also work as a feature film, which Liani describes as a trailer for the larger archive.

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A spotlight on nerd culture through the lens of Black women, featuring deep-dive conversations with filmmakers, actors, showrunners, and industry insiders. Topics span film and TV production, representation in comics and media, and the intersection of pop culture with social issues, often anchored by practical storytelling and career guidance for creators. Notable strengths include a diverse guest roster, frank discussions about process and industry dynamics, and a welcoming, Community-forward vibe that helps listeners learn, be entertained, and find actionable takeaways for their own projects.

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Recent guests on Black Girl Nerds include:

1. J Nycole Ralph
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4. Liani Greaves
5. Maya Annik Bedward
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