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It's not just a hobby it's hereditary

Dads with Nerdy Ambitions (DNA) is the podcast that combines parenting and nerd culture in the 21st century. We take a look at all aspects of the nerd world, talk to gurus of each area, break stereotypes, and answer your questions.

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Scott Edwards: Building Your Own Stage
Feb. 5, 2026

Scott Edwards: Building Your Own Stage

In this episode, we talk with Scott Edwards about where he came from, how he got started, and why waiting for permission was never part of the plan.Scott walks us through his origins in comedy, the leap into business ownership, and what it really takes to build and sustain your own comedy club. W…

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Scott Edwards: Building Your Own Stage
Feb. 5, 2026

Scott Edwards: Building Your Own Stage

In this episode, we talk with Scott Edwards about where he came from, how he got started, and why waiting for permission was never part of the plan. Scott walks us through his origins in comedy, the leap into business ownersh...

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Becoming Your Own Wonder Woman with Danielle Orsino
Jan. 15, 2026

Becoming Your Own Wonder Woman with Danielle Orsino

In this high-energy conversation on Dads with Nerdy Ambitions, we’re joined by Danielle Orsino, author, martial artist, lifelong nerd, and unapologetic superfan of Wonder Woman.We talk about her books, growing up nerdy in spaces full of gatekeeping, and how fandom, martial arts, and storytelling …

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Becoming Your Own Wonder Woman with Danielle Orsino
Jan. 15, 2026

Becoming Your Own Wonder Woman with Danielle Orsino

In this high-energy conversation on Dads with Nerdy Ambitions , we’re joined by Danielle Orsino, author, martial artist, lifelong nerd, and unapologetic superfan of Wonder Woman . We talk about her books, growing up nerdy in ...

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Blue Sludge Blues: Horror, Heart, and the Creative Grind
Jan. 8, 2026

Blue Sludge Blues: Horror, Heart, and the Creative Grind

In this episode of Dads with Nerdy Ambitions , we sit down with horror author Shannon Lawrence to talk about what it really takes to keep creating in a genre that thrives on discomfort. From her work in short fiction and nove...

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Blue Sludge Blues: Horror, Heart, and the Creative Grind
Jan. 8, 2026

Blue Sludge Blues: Horror, Heart, and the Creative Grind

In this episode of Dads with Nerdy Ambitions, we sit down with horror author Shannon Lawrence to talk about what it really takes to keep creating in a genre that thrives on discomfort. From her work in short fiction and novels to the long, unglamorous grind of writing, editing, and showing up anywa…

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Reviews

For Nerds and Not So Nerdy

"I love these guys! It’s so great how they make it feel like you’re just conversing with your friends. I love how I feel like I’m apart of the conversation. They let us into their personal lives, and …"

Jmkisme19 | July 10, 2022

They're Back!!!!!!

"Love these guys so glad they starting doing episodes again! the episodes make you feel like you're there with them just hanging out being goofy guys who talk about what makes them happy"

Kyle P. | July 17, 2025