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The Nerd Nest - A Video Game Podcast

Bill Fairchild
Steam Deck
Valve
Nintendo
Game Pass
Xbox
PC Gaming
Steam Machine
Sony
Steam
Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch
Microsoft
Playstation
Steamos
Emulation
Baldur's Gate 3
Helldivers 2
Gaming Industry
Steam Controller
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War

Welcome to the Nerd Nest, a Video Game podcast hosted by Bill Fairchild, I'm joined by other content creators as they talk about all things gaming. From the Steam Deck and PC gaming to Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo and even the cloud! Each episode covers gaming news as well as discussions of the industry all without the console wars tribal mentality. So join the millions that have watched or listene... more

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Recent Guests

Paris Lily
Guest, video game journalist and presenter
Episode: Steam Deck is Expensive...Now what?
ETA Prime
Handheld/tech reviewer and content creator
Episode: "Valve doesn't make many mistakes"
Alan Sujano
Content creator and gaming news reporter
Episode: Steam Machine Leaks! Valve does SOMETHING ... WINS, GOG Sold, Larian on AI
Marcos Díaz
CEO of Input Labs, talking about the Alpaca controller
Input Labs
Episode: They keep making the same mistake at The Game Awards
Wood Hawker
Content creator on YouTube with a focus on Nintendo
Beat'em Ups
Episode: PlayStation hands BIG WIN to PC Players
Bob Wolf
A prominent YouTuber and podcast host who discusses various gaming topics.
Wolf Den Podcast
Episode: These games should be on your wishlists
Kyle Gospinettich
Founder of Bazite, an alternative operating system for Steam-compatible devices
Bazite
Episode: New Steam Controller LEAKED | Bazzite Interview | Valve and Nintendo Lawsuits
Gardiner Bryant
Indie game developer and founder of Doodlings Arcade Sports Ball
Independent Developer
Episode: PC Gamers are FURIOUS at Sony
Jimmy Champagne
Content creator and gaming enthusiast
YouTube
Episode: Should We Get Used to Not OWNING Our Games?

Host

Bill Fairchild
Host of The Nerd Nest Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 708 ratings
  • Fix It

    I’m still a big fan and I go back on what I said about 4 people on the podcast, y’all make it work and for that, I’m grateful.

    You know what doesn’t work? 5 people on a podcast! Especially someone that seemingly doesn’t have podcast experience, talking about good ol Jimmy Champagne. Good YouTuber, terrible on the podcast. Bro talks over everyone like an excited kid. Dude, stop having this guy on.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Okyeahy
    United Statesa month ago
  • Not bad but…

    I started listening to this podcast because I was a fan of Bill’s YouTube output, but it’s becoming a harder listen for me. Bill frequently gets things wrong, Cary goes on tangent after tangent, and Russ ultimately has nothing that interesting to add to the conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bogeyfogey
    United States4 months ago
  • A Different Take

    The Nerd Nest podcast falls within my lineup of 5 video games podcasts that I listen to regularly. I particularly enjoy this podcast because it strikes a different beat than many of the other podcasts out there in my opinion. Bill and friends often discuss topics that get minimized or completely left out of other gaming related podcasts. I love hearing about the more niche topics they get into on the Nerd Nest podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JYeckley
    United States6 months ago
  • Talk about games, not OSes

    Used to really like this podcast, but you spend so much time lately talking about OSes and griping. Focus on the games guys, unless you want to call this The Nerd Nest - An OS Podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    UnprotectedEggroll
    Canada7 months ago
  • Fantastic Insights BUT Politics Creep In

    This podcast is a must-listen for gamers. It offers insightful perspectives on gaming without the distraction of obnoxious hosts, politics, or crude humor. The content is packed with excellent game recommendations, both new and old. In addition to thoughtful industry commentary, they provide valuable hardware reviews, making it a great resource for discovering hidden gaming gems. Keep up the fantastic work!

    UPDATE:

    Games, for me, are an escape from the obnoxious political opinions we see everyw... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Misterbeumeler
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some critics say the hosts occasionally drift into tangents but still deliver valuable insights on gaming hardware.
Listeners appreciate practical hardware discussions and balanced platform perspectives.
Overall sentiment leans positive about the depth of hardware knowledge and guest variety.

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Microsoft says this is an Xbox
Q: How do you feel about the design of the Xbox Ally X?
The form factor feels a bit slapped together, and it's just not a cohesive experience. It's more of a mishmash of components that don't work well together.
Microsoft says this is an Xbox
Q: What do you think about this Xbox Ally X?
I think it's an excellent handheld PC and a lousy Xbox, basically. It has a better processor, but the full screen experience is underwhelming compared to the regular Windows experience.
No steam Deck 2 till 2028? Here's why
Q: Rich, what were you about to say?
Rich mentions the challenge of balancing their day jobs with podcasting work.
No steam Deck 2 till 2028? Here's why
Q: Kerry, what have you been up to, man?
Kerry shares about getting back to work post-Gamescom and the challenges he's facing with updated benchmarks.
No steam Deck 2 till 2028? Here's why
Q: Rich, what do you think about that?
Rich discusses his thoughts on the Steam Deck 2 rumor and the implications for both Valve and Microsoft.

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What is The Nerd Nest about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, gear- and game-focused roundtable hosted by a science teacher-turned-pacemaker of weekly gaming talk. The panel frequently dives into PC gaming, handhelds, and hardware pricing, with lively debate on Steam Deck, Valve initiatives, and platform strategies across Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, and cloud gaming. Guests often bring hands-on hardware perspective, insider industry context, and real-world testing notes, making conversations practical for listeners evaluating devices, price points, and ecosystem choices. The show stands out for its candid banter, broad hardware coverage, and helpful hands-on recommendations, which makes it valuable for listeners who want clear opinions on what hardware to buy now and what might be worth... more

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