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Blerd Without Fear!™

Ernie Carothers
DC Comics
Marvel Comics
Comic Books
Joker: Folie À Deux
Lady Gaga
Marvel
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Mental Health
Superheroes
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Hellboy
The Crow
Cinematic Universe
Todd Phillips
Harley Quinn
Milestone Media
Penguin
Star Wars
X-Men
James Earl Jones

The place to go for all things comics, comic book movies & more! On this show we do interviews with people in the comics industry, both indie and mainstream alike. We also talk about the latest news in the comic book industry as well as the latest news on the comic book movie & television side of things!

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Today Ernie & Carter talk about the current Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arc and give a progress report! PLUS we'll be answering your questions and giving you our recommended reads for the week!

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Today Ernie and Robo talk about the return of The Boys Season 5.🔴 Help support the channel by donating here: streamlabs.com/blerdwithoutfear🔴 Read the first issue of Hart of the Darkness here: globalcomix.com/c/hart-of-the-darkness�... more

Today Ernie & Carter talk about a comic book love letter to old Hollywood and crime noir -- The Fade Out by Ed Brubaker & Sean Phillips! PLUS we'll be answering your questions!

Today Ernie & Carter talk about the latest DC Comics & Marvel crossover, Superman x Spider-Man! PLUS we'll be answering your questions and giving you our recommended reads for the week!

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Recent Guests

Chuck Dixon
Writer and commentator introduced as a guest
DC Comics creator and writer
Episode: Nerds of Culture #111 | Supergirl Is Gonna Make Both Nerds & Incels Cry
Sana Aminat
Co-creator of Kamala Khan, producer/showrunner on Daredevil Born Again
Black Girl Nerds / Daredevil Born Again
Episode: The Blerd Cave #346 | Xavier With Legs? OP.
Sheldon Allen
Writer of the comic "They Choose Violence"
AWA Studios
Episode: Nerds of Culture #107 | They Choose Violence (with guest Sheldon Allen) + More
Merewa Ayodele
Writer of Storm, winner of multiple awards in the episode
Marvel Comics
Episode: The Blerd Awards 2025
Robert Jeffery II
Writer and creator, collaborator on The Fox Chronicles
The Fox Chronicles
Episode: Nerds of Culture #98 | Black Sci-Fi & Fantasy Unleashed with The Fox Chronicles
Tony Cade
Comic shop owner and collaborator on The Fox Chronicles
Challenges Comics
Episode: Nerds of Culture #98 | Black Sci-Fi & Fantasy Unleashed with The Fox Chronicles
Daimon Hampton
Comic book creator noted for his work on milestoned initiatives and upcoming projects in the industry.
DC Comics / Indie Creator
Episode: The Blerd Cave #316 | DIE: Loaded/Unloaded/Reloaded
Jordan Clark
Writer and creator of the graphic novel 'Ancestral Recall'
Episode: Nerds of Culture #80 | What If Black History Was a Superpower?
Gavin Guidry
Comic book artist and cultural commentator
Independent Artist
Episode: The Blerd Cave #308 | The Guidry Effect

Hosts

Ernie
Host with long-running involvement in the show, frequently steering conversations and delivering industry takes.
Carter
Co-host who contributes segments, insights, and discussion leadership.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Best comic book show online

    Been following these two guys on YouTube since their first Blerd Cave. Very entertaining and informative podcast. Keep up the great work Ernie! -

    Fabium Cleveland

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fabium C.
    United States3 years ago
  • Back to the Bleed Cave!!!

    So glad these are available via audio now, love the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thereelbradbell
    United States3 years ago

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Hosts keep it honest while staying entertaining and accessible.
Shows depth on representation and creator-driven narratives in comics.
Engaging, insightful, and funny—great blend of industry critique and culture talk.

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The Blerd Cave #340 | You Want It? Buy It.
Q: What's your take on the Jim Lee controversy regarding manga and American comics?
Jim Lee's comments suggest that manga is more diverse and closer to literature compared to American comics, which is not entirely accurate, as there are numerous American comics that also tell varied stories beyond just heroes.
Nerds of Culture #106 | We're Reading the Comments...
Q: What happened with Rob of Comics Explained regarding the criticism about not promoting Black characters?
The hosts discuss the criticism aimed at Rob, expressing that he was accused of not supporting Black characters during Black History Month and suggest that his associations may hint at a broader issue with his stance on social matters within the comic community.
Nerds of Culture #101 | OK, 2026... It's YOUR Move
Q: How do you reconcile race versus culture and ethnicity versus what society says for yourself?
You should not let anyone outside your culture dictate your identity, and engaging with your own history and community leads to a more authentic understanding.
Nerds of Culture #97 | The Moana-Zelda Situation Is Crazy
Q: Is there a horror movie you love but you hate kids in it?
The hosts discuss their irritation with kid characters in horror movies, with one citing 'Daddy's Head' as an example of a film where they hated the child character for being oblivious and endangering those around them. They also mention 'Leave the World Behind' and a child who neglects safety during a crisis.
The Blerd Cave #305 | Now With More Timestamps!
Q: Is there anything that you feel like is not getting enough attention right now?
Ironheart needs more attention and promotion.

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2. Sana Aminat
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4. Merewa Ayodele
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7. Daimon Hampton
8. Jordan Clark

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