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The Nerd Nest - A Video Game Podcast

Bill Fairchild
Steam Deck
Sony
Helldivers 2
PC Gaming
Meta Quest 3
Nintendo
Ayaneo Flip DS
Apple Vision Pro
Baldur's Gate 3
MSI Claw
Epic Games Store
Emulation
ROG Ally
Gaming Technologies
Legion Go
Game Pass
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Gaming News
IONIO Next Lite
ROG Ally 2

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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00:00:00 - Nerd Nest Ep. 143

00:02:31 - SteamGPT

00:32:29 - Place your bets

00:33:19 - Zelda vs Zelda

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In this episode of the NerdNest podcast, Bill, Russ, and Rich dive into the latest handheld gaming news, rumors, and industry shifts. We break down the massive leaks regarding the Steam Deck 2 release date and its potential APU specifications, includ... more

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Recent Guests

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.
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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?

Hosts

Bill Fairchild
Host of The Nerd Nest Podcast
Russ Crandall
Co-host of The Nerd Nest Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 690 ratings
  • 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 States2 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
    Canada3 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 States4 months ago
  • Keep your politics out of gaming

    In the latest podcast the host regrets buying the modretro not because it’s a bad device but because it was created by Palmer Luck, who’s politics he doesn’t like. Well if you are going to boycott a product for that I’ll gladly boycott your podcast. I wish people would just stick to gaming in this stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    gridops
    United States4 months ago
  • I wish it was better

    I would love a podcast for this corner of gaming since it’s so under served, but this podcast seems so half baked. Half of the topics have the host and guests saying “I don’t know” or “I don’t play those games” - okay then why are you talking about that? Is it too much to ask for a podcast to feel like there’s prep involved? Perhaps even having more than knee jerk reactions, maybe a bit of self reflection? Tiresome and every episode I listen to falls into the same category.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fiddle Buckets Jr.
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate practical insights and top-tier hosts with strong tech knowledge.
Mostly positive about unbiased gaming discussions and depth of topics.

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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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A panel-driven show that covers a wide swath of gaming news, hardware trends, and industry dynamics, often weighing in on platform strategies, live-service models, regulatory angles, and upcoming releases. Episodes mix spirited debates, hands-on impressions from demos, and hardware-focused conversations (notably around Steam Deck, Linux gaming, and new handhelds) with candid takes from a rotating cast of regulars and guests. The format is approachable, with practical insights for listeners who want timely, opinionated context on the gaming landscape without heavy tribalism, plus a consistent emphasis on accessibility and practical tech coverage.

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