Y. M. Nelson | Nerdy Romantics Podcast
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Author of romance and romantic women's fiction with a nerdy bent. Author of SECRET SECOND CHANCES and THE ACCIDENTAL PROPOSAL. NERDY ROMANTICS PODCAST creator and host. #Trekkie, superhero nerd 🤓
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#Blackbooksky peeps, I'm looking for adult fantasy and romantasy by Black authors with at least 1 Black MC to review for my podcast in 2025. My guest reviewers don't hold back, so rec your best. Https://nerdyromanticspodcast.com
Despite all the bedlam of 2025, I managed to exceed my goal of reading 20 books! These kept me laughing, engaged, and to be honest, sane in a time of utter chaos. Reading really helped my mental health last year. Did you meet your reading goals last year? #booksky #blackbooksky
January 12, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Despite all the bedlam of 2025, I managed to exceed my goal of reading 20 books! These kept me laughing, engaged, and to be honest, sane in a time of utter chaos. Reading really helped my mental health last year. Did you meet your reading goals last year? #booksky #blackbooksky
Try a new spicy romance series this year by getting THE ACCIDENTAL SWIPE for 99 pennies (do those still exist?) during the FROST & FLAME Stuff your Kindle event. SAVE THE DATE: JAN 23-25! #chicklitreads #frostandflamesyk #frostandflamestuffyourkindle bit.ly/4jH0tTI
January 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Try a new spicy romance series this year by getting THE ACCIDENTAL SWIPE for 99 pennies (do those still exist?) during the FROST & FLAME Stuff your Kindle event. SAVE THE DATE: JAN 23-25! #chicklitreads #frostandflamesyk #frostandflamestuffyourkindle bit.ly/4jH0tTI
I finally close out 2025 with my first Nerdy Romantics Podcast best of the year list. What were your faves this year? Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch on YouTube.
The best Nerdy Romantic Picks of 2025
Y. M. Nelson shares her best books, movies, and TV that celebrate the nerdy and the romantic. She delves into superhero, sci-fi, fantasy, and romance genres to pick the best reads, listens and watches of the year. Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section) : Best Books I read in 2025 Curvy Girl Summer Can't Get Enough Losing Sight Only for the Week Children of Blood and Bone My release in 2025: The Accidental Proposal Best Movies I watched in 2025 Sinners Superman Thunderbolts* Fantastic Four Savvy Sheldon Feels Good as Hell…
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January 8, 2026 at 9:44 AM
I finally close out 2025 with my first Nerdy Romantics Podcast best of the year list. What were your faves this year? Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch on YouTube.
The newest episode of Nerdy Romantics Podcast in 2026 is about...2025! But I included a surprise announcement. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to get this one as soon as it drops.
January 6, 2026 at 11:01 PM
The newest episode of Nerdy Romantics Podcast in 2026 is about...2025! But I included a surprise announcement. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to get this one as soon as it drops.
While Jessica Alba had an uphill battle as Sue Storm, Vanessa Kirby was given the opportunity to shine … and she did. Listen to our full 2 part review of The Fantastic Four wherever you get your podcasts. Or see it on YouTube. #fantasticfour #Marvel
December 31, 2025 at 2:02 PM
While Jessica Alba had an uphill battle as Sue Storm, Vanessa Kirby was given the opportunity to shine … and she did. Listen to our full 2 part review of The Fantastic Four wherever you get your podcasts. Or see it on YouTube. #fantasticfour #Marvel
We recommend 7 Christmas romances this year for our holiday romance book recs, including the new Christmas romance NOT SO MERRY IN MALDIVES by @miaheintzelmanauthor . Check out our full episode wherever you get your podcasts. Or nerdyromanticspodcast.com/holiday-2025... . #blackbooksky
December 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We recommend 7 Christmas romances this year for our holiday romance book recs, including the new Christmas romance NOT SO MERRY IN MALDIVES by @miaheintzelmanauthor . Check out our full episode wherever you get your podcasts. Or nerdyromanticspodcast.com/holiday-2025... . #blackbooksky
For those who celebrate: have a wonderful Christmas. If you could get anything, what would you want to find under your Christmas tree this year? #booksky
December 25, 2025 at 2:47 PM
For those who celebrate: have a wonderful Christmas. If you could get anything, what would you want to find under your Christmas tree this year? #booksky
In this episode, Jen and I talk about some of our favorite holiday reads for 2025. These are perfect for your diverse reading challenges and getting a short novel in for your 2025 goals! Click here to watch or get wherever you get your podcasts. #holidayromance
Romance reads to keep that jolly spirit all year
Host Y. M. Nelson and guest Jen G. share the books that they loved or want to read for the holiday season this year. We recommend romance reads for various heat levels, and reads that promote diverse authors. This episode is spoiler-free, so get ready to add to your eReaders, your library hold list, or your list for your next fave bookstore run because we've got you! Also check out our last romance recs list of fall/Autumn cozy romance reads. Call for authors FROM MY MENTION ON THIS EPISODE: …
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December 24, 2025 at 7:14 PM
In this episode, Jen and I talk about some of our favorite holiday reads for 2025. These are perfect for your diverse reading challenges and getting a short novel in for your 2025 goals! Click here to watch or get wherever you get your podcasts. #holidayromance
Y. M. Nelson hosts the second part of a review of the Fantastic Four: First Steps with guests Marcie and Perry. They talk an award-worthy performance of Sue Storm, the Richards' kid, Villains in the 828, and rate the movie with a star rating. Listen wherever you get your podcast or the link below.
For Your Consideration: The Fantastic Four | review, pt.2
Y. M. Nelson hosts the second part of a review of the Fantastic Four: First Steps with guests Marcie and Perry. They talk an award-worthy performance of Sue Storm, the Richards' kid, Villains in the 828, and rate the movie with a star rating. Did you miss the first part of the review? CLICK HERE for part 1. Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section) : Sacrificing too much for the greater good Superhero movies and award worthy performances City comes together with Mr. Elder (that rhymed!) The Villains…
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December 21, 2025 at 4:46 AM
Y. M. Nelson hosts the second part of a review of the Fantastic Four: First Steps with guests Marcie and Perry. They talk an award-worthy performance of Sue Storm, the Richards' kid, Villains in the 828, and rate the movie with a star rating. Listen wherever you get your podcast or the link below.
Reed Richards is an ultimate nerd … who may not always understand social cues. Ahh the perils of being a genius. But he tells the absolute truth, even when it may start conflict. Hear the rest of the show on Nerdy Romantics Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts (see it on YouTube). #marvel
December 19, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Reed Richards is an ultimate nerd … who may not always understand social cues. Ahh the perils of being a genius. But he tells the absolute truth, even when it may start conflict. Hear the rest of the show on Nerdy Romantics Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts (see it on YouTube). #marvel
We breathed a sigh of relief for this iteration of the Fantastic Four. Find out what we loved about this Marvel movie in part 1 of this podcast review.
Fantastic Four is no joke | review, pt.1
Y. M. Nelson hosts a deep dive into the Marvel movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps. She and guests Perry and Marcie discuss the fantastic four characters, movie pacing, and why this is the best version of them all. This one was closely tied to Thunderbolts*. Check out our review of the Thunderbolts* movie below: part 1 - Thunderbolts* Part 2 - Thunderbolts* Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section) : How did we discover /first watch the movie? What was with the "Jetsons" look? Character Portrayals: Mr. Fantastic and others…
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December 12, 2025 at 1:20 AM
We breathed a sigh of relief for this iteration of the Fantastic Four. Find out what we loved about this Marvel movie in part 1 of this podcast review.
Vanessa Kirby portrayed her character Sue Storm in Fantastic Four: First Steps with precision. She was a fierce mama bear, true to the comics, with resounding emotional range, something that often gets overlooked in superhero movies. Check out Nerdy Romantics Podcast for the full episode . #marvel
December 8, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Vanessa Kirby portrayed her character Sue Storm in Fantastic Four: First Steps with precision. She was a fierce mama bear, true to the comics, with resounding emotional range, something that often gets overlooked in superhero movies. Check out Nerdy Romantics Podcast for the full episode . #marvel
Small Business Saturday is a great time to support an indie author. Treat yo’self to a foray into Jason and Fortune’s world by buying small this holiday weekend. *******Use the Bookshop links to support your local independent bookstore. #booksky #blackbooksky ymnelson.com/books
November 28, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Small Business Saturday is a great time to support an indie author. Treat yo’self to a foray into Jason and Fortune’s world by buying small this holiday weekend. *******Use the Bookshop links to support your local independent bookstore. #booksky #blackbooksky ymnelson.com/books
HAPPY THANKSGIVING to all who celebrate! The mature reader in me is thankful for books that come in various formats. What are you thankful for this year?
November 27, 2025 at 2:47 PM
HAPPY THANKSGIVING to all who celebrate! The mature reader in me is thankful for books that come in various formats. What are you thankful for this year?
FAVE FALL FLAVORS: What’s the flavor that just speaks fall to you? Let us know in the comments!
November 25, 2025 at 2:08 PM
FAVE FALL FLAVORS: What’s the flavor that just speaks fall to you? Let us know in the comments!
Hear why we thought Thunderbolts* excelled as a great character drama that just happened to have superheroes and explosions in it. We complete our discussion and give this one a rating. Listen or watch wherever you get your podcasts.
We rate Thunderbolts* | review, pt.2
What do depression and empathy have to do with Thunderbolts? Y. M. Nelson hosts the second half of the discussion about the movie Thunderbolts* in Marvelled by… She and Jen, Marcie, and Perry discuss the movie's themes of depression, what it means to be expendable, and rate the movie. Perry's Patreon mentioned in this episode: Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section) : Marketing Thunderbolts* A Greenlit surprise Standout characters in the Thunderbolts* ensemble The Thunderbolts v. Valentina Bob aka The Sentry/The Void and depression Perry clears up some comic book confusion about Sentry…
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November 20, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Hear why we thought Thunderbolts* excelled as a great character drama that just happened to have superheroes and explosions in it. We complete our discussion and give this one a rating. Listen or watch wherever you get your podcasts.
Are you an author looking to expand your marketing to being heard (or seen) on podcasts? Then check out The Write Atmosphere’s podcast this week where I share some tips on how authors can pitch - SUCCESSFULLY - to podcasts. Available on most major podcast providers. #authorsky
November 19, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Are you an author looking to expand your marketing to being heard (or seen) on podcasts? Then check out The Write Atmosphere’s podcast this week where I share some tips on how authors can pitch - SUCCESSFULLY - to podcasts. Available on most major podcast providers. #authorsky
Nerdy Romantics Podcast is looking for authors for 2026. My theme will be “Black Women Deserve Love.” Authors need to have at least 1 book that is classified as a category romance that has at least 1 FMC that is undeniably Black. Apply at nerdyromanticspodcast.com/call-for-authors/ #authorsky
November 18, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Nerdy Romantics Podcast is looking for authors for 2026. My theme will be “Black Women Deserve Love.” Authors need to have at least 1 book that is classified as a category romance that has at least 1 FMC that is undeniably Black. Apply at nerdyromanticspodcast.com/call-for-authors/ #authorsky
We talk about the problems with marketing this movie, and why people slept on it … and why they will most likely come back, find it, and like it. #marvel #thunderbolts
November 17, 2025 at 2:08 PM
We talk about the problems with marketing this movie, and why people slept on it … and why they will most likely come back, find it, and like it. #marvel #thunderbolts
Happy Indie Authors Day! Many BIPOC authors are indie or have some self-pubbed books. Some of your favorites may even have been written by indie authors. Check out some of my fave books that were independently published. #booksky
November 14, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Happy Indie Authors Day! Many BIPOC authors are indie or have some self-pubbed books. Some of your favorites may even have been written by indie authors. Check out some of my fave books that were independently published. #booksky
Jen, Perry, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson review the Marvel 2025 summer movie Thunderbolts*. Was it the connector movie we needed? Or the feel-good drama we wanted? Perhaps it was both. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
We didn’t see Thunderbolts* coming | review, pt.1
Jen, Perry, Marcie and host Y. M. Nelson talk about why Thunderbolts* was a great character study in a superhero disguise. Perry's Patreon mentioned in this episode: Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section) : Perry's Update First thoughts on Thunderbolts*/viewing experience Is this the connector movie we needed? The Reluctant Hero Trope The dramatic side of the movie Family relationships: Yelena and Alexi Marketing and reception of Thunderbolts* Meet some of this episode's guests: Episode Available onmost podcast providers Don't have a podcast provider?Listen to this episode here! Watch the episode on YouTube Episode Transcript back to top Coming soon! 11/14 back to top
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November 13, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Jen, Perry, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson review the Marvel 2025 summer movie Thunderbolts*. Was it the connector movie we needed? Or the feel-good drama we wanted? Perhaps it was both. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
SONG OF THE WEEK: I am Not Okay by Jellyroll This one actually started the Song of the Week idea because at the time it expressed what I felt. Life is life-ing even harder now than then, so this one’s appropriate. #musicsky
November 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM
SONG OF THE WEEK: I am Not Okay by Jellyroll This one actually started the Song of the Week idea because at the time it expressed what I felt. Life is life-ing even harder now than then, so this one’s appropriate. #musicsky
Superman wasn't the only one we loved in this one. The "justice gang" and the staff of the Daily Planet stood out too. We review and give this one a rating in pt. 2 Watch or listen wherever you get podcasts or the link below.
Superman’s gang rocks – James Gunn’s Superman review, pt.2
Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen continue to review and then rate James Gunn's version of Superman. In this episode, we talk about the "Justice Gang" - Mr. Terrific, Guy Gardner, and Hawkgirl - Superman's posse, and we talk about the Daily Planet gang - notably Lois, Perry, Jimmy and Steve - Clark Kent's posse. We also give this one a star rating. Did you miss part 1 of this review? Check it out here. We also talk about the Superman in the following previous episodes:
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November 7, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Superman wasn't the only one we loved in this one. The "justice gang" and the staff of the Daily Planet stood out too. We review and give this one a rating in pt. 2 Watch or listen wherever you get podcasts or the link below.