Nerdy Folks Podcast

Nerdy Folks Podcast

Conversations about nerdy things inspire greater faith in Jesus on Nerdy Folks Podcast.

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This Is Wild! Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4
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Sept. 7, 2026

This Is Wild! Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4

Matthew and Katie discuss the first seven episodes of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4. As longtime Trekkies, they break down where the series ranks in the franchise pantheon, discuss the season wild genre bending, share their top (and bottom) episodes, and ponder what lies ahead, as the show plots a course for setting up the original series. They also reflect on how serious Star Trek can be and how it points us back to the ultimate story.
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Is Spiderman: Brand New Day The Best?
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Aug. 10, 2026

Is Spiderman: Brand New Day The Best?

On this episode, Katie quizes Matt about Spiderman: Brand New Day. Matt says this is his favorite Spiderman movie of them all and discusses how many of the characters are facing new days of their own. He also delves into the implications this film has for the future of the MCU, which involves bringing the X-Men back to live action. Support the show Tax Deductible Gift: http://www.globalstudentinc.com/seipel-anderson Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U8AU6JNDRH6KN Patreon:
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San Diego Comic Con News
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July 29, 2026

San Diego Comic Con News

San Diego Comic Con wrapped up just a few days ago, and as always there were big announcements and reveals from Marvel, DC, Star Trek, Star Wars, Apple tv and many more! Matt shares and discusses the biggest news from the penultimate convention along with some ancient wisdom about finding true satisfaction. Spoiler alert, it's not found at a fan convention. Ways to support the show: Tax Deductible Gift: http://www.globalstudentinc.com/seipel-anderson Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?host
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Spiderman: Brand New Day
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July 15, 2026

Spiderman: Brand New Day

In this episode, we discuss what sets apart from past Spidey projects, its place in the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe, and why glowing test screening reactions are driving big pre-purchase ticket sales. We also dive deep into the theme...
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Spider Noir Catches 11 Emmy Nominations!
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July 11, 2026

Spider Noir Catches 11 Emmy Nominations!

Matt and Katie share their reactions to the Spider Noir finale and the breaking news that the show has received 11 Emmy Award nominations. We also read and react to comments from fans and critics on X and Rotten Tomatoes, concluding the episode with a comparison between Ben Riley's story arc and the story arc of Sampson from the Bible.
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Roll, Fight, Live: Ward TCG and the Active Nature of Faith (with Iron Range Sports Cards)
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July 1, 2026

Roll, Fight, Live: Ward TCG and the Active Nature of Faith (with Iron Range Sports Cards)

Here is an SEO-optimized, highly structured podcast episode description designed to maximize discoverability across major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and search engines. Episode Title Idea Roll, Fight, Live: Ward TCG and the Active Nature of Faith (with Iron Range Sports Cards) Episode Description What happens when the fast-paced, high-stakes battle of a modern tabletop card game mirrors the everyday journey of spiritual conviction? In this episode, we dive headfirst into the world
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Franchise Overkill: Star Wars vs Jurassic Park
Oct. 1, 2025

Franchise Overkill: Star Wars vs Jurassic Park

Franchise Overkill is an episode that was inspired by the trailer for the upcoming movie Spacebars 2. The trailer is a Star Wars style opening crawl that poked fun at the trend of continually making more and more sequels, prequels and spinoffs rathe…
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About the Hosts

Matthew Seipel-Anderson

Creator

Matthew and Katie Seipel-Anderson are licensed Assemblies of God ministers from Minnesota. They co-youth pastored in Duluth, MN, for over a decade before moving to Winona, MN, where Matt served as an associate pastor and Katie as the women’s and kids’ ministry director at Edge Assemblies of God Church. Matt and Katie also bring valuable marketplace experience, Katie with 20 years in business and community service and Matt in the public school system. In 2023, Matt and Katie started a marketplace ministry called Nerdy Folks. They podcast, write, and attend comic conventions with the goal of sharing Jesus with the nerd community in a natural way. They currently live in Woodbury, MN, with their three children and their dog Lucy.

Katie Seipel-Anderson

Podcast Co-host

Matthew and Katie Seipel-Anderson are licensed Assemblies of God ministers from Minnesota. They co-youth pastored in Duluth, MN, for over a decade before moving to Winona, MN, where Matt served as an associate pastor and Katie as the women’s and kids’ ministry director at Edge Assemblies of God Church. Matt and Katie also bring valuable marketplace experience, Katie with 20 years in business and community service and Matt in the public school system. In 2023, Matt and Katie started a marketplace ministry called Nerdy Folks. They podcast, write, and attend comic conventions with the goal of sharing Jesus with the nerd community in a natural way. They currently live in Woodbury, MN, with their three children and their dog Lucy.