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  • Let's Talk Therapy Edition!

    Let's Talk Therapy Edition!
    Aug 13 2025
    What happens when you mix therapy, comics, and unapologetically Black geek culture? In this episode of Black Geek Energy, hosts Jardo and D'Marcus are joined by therapist and dance queen Babs for a deep yet hilarious dive into superhero psychology, therapy stigmas in the Black community, and the latest in nerdy media.We unpack Marvel’s new Fantastic Four movie, critique character development, and explore if the MCU is finally giving Gen Z heroes like Riri the shine they deserve. Babs leads a powerful therapeutic roleplay game where she “treats” heroes like Moon Knight and Zatanna using polyvagal theory and internal family systems—yes, we went there.Plus, we tackle real talk: why therapy is often overlooked in our community, how to find a Black or culturally competent therapist, and how communication struggles play out even between close friends. We also share must-watch anime, manga picks (Hidden Class Gravity User, anyone?), and throw in some laughs with a rapid-fire game on movie and music preferences.Whether you're here for superhero hot takes, Black mental health gems, or just looking for a good laugh from two friends and their favorite therapist—this one’s for you.Shop Our Store!Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.comListen to Jardo play Lyphe on Marvel 1619!Music Produced by @prodbyffsmikeFollow us on Social Media!Spill @blackgeekenergyInstagram @blackgeekenergyFacebook @blackgeekenergyBluesky @blackgeekenergyTikTok @blackgeekenergyTwitter @bge_podYouTube @blackgeekenergyTwitch @blackgeekenergyThreads @blackgeekenergyPatreonExperience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most.Better Help's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. Rest assured, you will receive the same level of professionalism and quality as an in-office visit, but with the added convenience of communicating how and when you prefer. Don't delay your journey towards healing - click now to get matched with the best therapist for you. As a special offer for our valued listeners, visit Betterhelp.com/bgepod to receive a 10% discount. So why wait? Visit our trusted partners at Better Help and start your healing journey today!
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    2 h et 10 min
  • Reality TV with Peyton!

    Reality TV with Peyton!
    Aug 6 2025


    In this high-energy, hilariously insightful episode of Black Geek Energy, hosts Jardo and D'Marcus are joined by special guest Peyton Hundley—reality TV connoisseur, AKA queen of the quickfire hot takes. The trio dives deep into the world of reality TV with a focus on RuPaul’s Drag Race and Love Island, dishing out honest critiques, fandom favorites, and messy contestant drama (looking at you, Huda and Ginger). Peyton unpacks her years-long love affair with Drag Race, her audition for Love Island, and shares why Tiffany “New York” Pollard is that reality TV icon.


    Whether you're Team Mistress, rooting for international Drag Race queens, or just here for the drama, this episode has it all: shade, laughs, realness, and geeky love for the culture. Don’t miss Peyton’s first (but hopefully not last) appearance—this one’s iconic.


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    Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most.Better Help's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. Rest assured, you will receive the same level of professionalism and quality as an in-office visit, but with the added convenience of communicating how and when you prefer. Don't delay your journey towards healing - click now to get matched with the best therapist for you. As a special offer for our valued listeners, visit Betterhelp.com/bgepod to receive a 10% discount. So why wait? Visit our trusted partners at Better Help and start your healing journey today!
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    1 h et 59 min
  • Anime Theme Songs 2

    Anime Theme Songs 2
    Jul 30 2025
    This week on Black Geek Energy, Jardo and D'Marcus go head-to-head in one of our most chaotic and hilarious episodes yet. We dive deep into Superman: Legacy, Marvel's upcoming Fantastic Four reboot, and the evolution of anime theme songs from Naruto to Wind Breaker. Think you know your superhero logos? We put Jardo to the test in “Logo No Go,” and let’s just say—Static Shock would NOT be proud.But it’s not all fun and fandom—things get real when we unpack personal regrets (veneers gone wrong), MoviePass wins,!From anime music trends to Luke Cage trivia, plus insider details on our Patreon content, Etsy merch shop, and queer-friendly geek culture, this episode has everything for Black nerds who love comics, cosplay, controversy—and calling each other out with love.Shop Our Store!Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.comListen to Jardo play Lyphe on Marvel 1619!Music Produced by @prodbyffsmikeFollow us on Social Media!Spill @blackgeekenergyInstagram @blackgeekenergyFacebook @blackgeekenergyBluesky @blackgeekenergyTikTok @blackgeekenergyTwitter @bge_podYouTube @blackgeekenergyTwitch @blackgeekenergyThreads @blackgeekenergyPatreonExperience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most.Better Help's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. Rest assured, you will receive the same level of professionalism and quality as an in-office visit, but with the added convenience of communicating how and when you prefer. Don't delay your journey towards healing - click now to get matched with the best therapist for you. As a special offer for our valued listeners, visit Betterhelp.com/bgepod to receive a 10% discount. So why wait? Visit our trusted partners at Better Help and start your healing journey today!
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    1 h et 35 min
  • Are They Really A Villain?

    Are They Really A Villain?
    Jul 23 2025
    ***D'Marcus and his grandma's computer had a mic issue. For about half the episode he echoes. Please give him all your hate!This week on Black Geek Energy, we’re calling court into session—because not everybody labeled a villain was really the problem. Was Ursula just enforcing contracts? Was Jafar fed up with royal nonsense? Was Pain actually speaking facts? And was Donquixote Doflamingo just a product of a messed-up system?We’re breaking down what really went down with these so-called “villains” from The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Naruto, and One Piece. It's giving generational trauma. It's giving radical reform. It's giving "maybe they had a point."Pull up for a conversation that’s part anime, part Disney, and all about calling out the real ops: colonizers, monarchies, and systems built to break people.Shop Our Store!Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.comListen to Jardo play Lyphe on Marvel 1619!Music Produced by @prodbyffsmikeFollow us on Social Media!Spill @blackgeekenergyInstagram @blackgeekenergyFacebook @blackgeekenergyBluesky @blackgeekenergyTikTok @blackgeekenergyTwitter @bge_podYouTube @blackgeekenergyTwitch @blackgeekenergyThreads @blackgeekenergyPatreonExperience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most.Better Help's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. Rest assured, you will receive the same level of professionalism and quality as an in-office visit, but with the added convenience of communicating how and when you prefer. Don't delay your journey towards healing - click now to get matched with the best therapist for you. As a special offer for our valued listeners, visit Betterhelp.com/bgepod to receive a 10% discount. So why wait? Visit our trusted partners at Better Help and start your healing journey today!
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    1 h et 42 min
  • Anime Music Videos

    Anime Music Videos
    Jul 16 2025

    In this episode of Black Geek Energy, your favorite hosts Jardo and D'Marcus are back with a raw and real catch-up session that blends personal growth, geek culture, and Black brilliance. From job interviews and travel plans to anime reviews and the launch of their brand-new Etsy shop, the duo drops gems on everything that’s been brewing behind the scenes.

    We get into deep conversations around Black representation in anime, mental health, and the messy politics of social media movements. There’s laughter, truth, and some serious side-eye for shady job offers and lackluster show reviews (looking at you, Ironheart critics). Plus, D'Marcus shares his plans for a Japan trip, we talk cosplay etiquette, and dive into the wild history of anime music videos (AMVs) and their cultural roots.

    Whether you're here for the hot takes, hilarious banter, or nerdy breakdowns of My Hero Academia and Moonrise, this episode has something for every proud blerd, anime addict, and comic book head out there.


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    Music Produced by @prodbyffsmike

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    Experience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most.Better Help's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. Rest assured, you will receive the same level of professionalism and quality as an in-office visit, but with the added convenience of communicating how and when you prefer. Don't delay your journey towards healing - click now to get matched with the best therapist for you. As a special offer for our valued listeners, visit Betterhelp.com/bgepod to receive a 10% discount. So why wait? Visit our trusted partners at Better Help and start your healing journey today!
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    1 h et 28 min
  • Our Talk with Kerobits!

    Our Talk with Kerobits!
    Jul 9 2025
    On this episode of Black Geek Energy, we’re joined by the one and only Tyler Hampton, aka Kerobits—cosplayer, educator, dancer, and unapologetic Black geek. From the cosplay floor to the classroom, Tyler has been doing it all, and today she’s bringing that same energy to the mic.We dive into everything from her HBCU roots and experience as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Tau Beta Sigma, to her cosplay journey post-Ebony Fire and her viral majorette-style anime dance workshop. We talk convention culture, Black cosplay representation, anime favorites, pop culture hot takes, and even throw her into some classic BGE games—including trivia, character recognition, and rapid-fire questions.If you love My Hero Academia, Sonic the Hedgehog, cosplay controversies, and everything Black and nerdy, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear how Tyler’s turning wigs, flipping critiques, and bringing that con-floor heat—one Pop Step accessory at a time.Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to rep that Black Geek Energy wherever you go!Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.comListen to Jardo play Lyphe on Marvel 1619!Music Produced by @prodbyffsmikeFollow us on Social Media!Spill @blackgeekenergyInstagram @blackgeekenergyFacebook @blackgeekenergyBluesky @blackgeekenergyTikTok @blackgeekenergyTwitter @bge_podYouTube @blackgeekenergyTwitch @blackgeekenergyThreads @blackgeekenergyPatreonExperience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most.Better Help's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. Rest assured, you will receive the same level of professionalism and quality as an in-office visit, but with the added convenience of communicating how and when you prefer. Don't delay your journey towards healing - click now to get matched with the best therapist for you. As a special offer for our valued listeners, visit Betterhelp.com/bgepod to receive a 10% discount. So why wait? Visit our trusted partners at Better Help and start your healing journey today!
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    1 h et 35 min
  • Superhero Deepdive 2

    Superhero Deepdive 2
    Jun 25 2025
    From Gotham to Krakoa, the multiverse is messy—and D’Marcus wants answers. In this episode of Black Geek Energy, he grills Jared on what’s currently happening with our favorite comic book characters across Marvel and DC. Is Storm still running Mars? Is Nightcrawler a demon or a priest this week? Has anyone finally told Robin to take a break? And what is up with all the Spider-People lately?We’re breaking down wild storylines, major character changes, and messy reboots so you don’t have to read every issue. Whether you’re a hardcore reader, an MCU junkie, or just here for the drama, we’ve got the comic book updates that matter—delivered with that signature BGE energy.If you’ve ever asked, “Wait, are they dead or just multiverse dead?”—this one’s for you.Email your questions to blackgeekenergy@gmail.comBuy Merch on our Etsy Shop! blackgeekenergy.etsy.comListen to our other chats on PatreonListen to Jardo play Lyphe on Marvel 1619!Music Produced by @prodbyffsmikeFollow us on Social Media!Spill @blackgeekenergyInstagram @blackgeekenergyFacebook @blackgeekenergyBluesky @blackgeekenergyTikTok @blackgeekenergyTwitter @bge_podYouTube @blackgeekenergyTwitch @blackgeekenergyThreads @blackgeekenergyExperience the transformative benefits of therapy with the world's largest network of experienced and credentialed therapists, available to you whenever you need it the most.Better Help's skilled professionals specialize in assisting individuals with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationships. With their flexible approach to communication, you can access therapy on your own terms and connect with a therapist who perfectly suits your needs. Rest assured, you will receive the same level of professionalism and quality as an in-office visit, but with the added convenience of communicating how and when you prefer. Don't delay your journey towards healing - click now to get matched with the best therapist for you. As a special offer for our valued listeners, visit Betterhelp.com/bgepod to receive a 10% discount. So why wait? Visit our trusted partners at Better Help and start your healing journey today!
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    1 h et 47 min