Thirty, Nerdy, & Thriving

Thirty, Nerdy, & Thriving

By Hayley the BraveLeisureHobbies
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  • You Should be Listening to EKOH

    Something fun about my podcast is that I've got two dogs running around and no soundproofing to be had. So join me on this week's episode as my dogs bark joyously in the background, and I introduce you to an artist you need to know -- Ekoh. Ekoh is a rap/hip-hop artist from Las Vegas, NV who raps about meaningful content like mental health and addiction. His music is also packed with geek and pop-culture references, and his lyricism and vocal ability truly set him apart from other artists in his genre. As an independent artist, he works extremely hard to continue putting out incredible content for his fans, and this week I show my appreciation for his hustle by taking some time counting down my Top 10 Favorite Ekoh tracks for you, sharing what they mean to me and why I think you should give them a listen.


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    Episode image credit: ekohmusic.net

    Music courtesy of Joseph McDade.

    Cover art courtesy of Baby Goose Art.

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    37 min
  • We Need to Talk About Benson & Stabler

    Thirty, Nerdy, & Thriving is BACK & better than ever! Eric the Red joins me on this week's episode as we do a deep dive into all things Law & Order: SVU and Organized Crime. Whether you're a casual viewer, a die-hard, or you've never seen the show and want to know what all the fuss is about, this episode is for you. We talk about the reunion of the century, the electric chemistry of Mariska Hargitay & Christopher Meloni, and answer the question 22 years in the making: Will they, or won't they? Bensler shippers, rejoice! This is our year.

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    Music courtesy of Joseph McDade.

    Cover art courtesy of Baby Goose Art.

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    1 hr
  • My Cosplay Journey: #ShePropChallenge March 2021

    What do you do if you want to participate in the #ShePropChallenge but you're too lazy to carefully curate your social media posts? Record a podcast episode about it instead! Listen to this unedited interview with myself about my cosplay journey, as I share my challenges and inspirations, as well as my dreams and goals for the future. 

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    40 min
  • GEEKING OUT about the ENNEAGRAM (with Emily Plack)

    What do you do when a pandemic forces you to completely rethink your life and everything in it? You dive head first into self-help and learn all about The Enneagram! Emily Plack from Self Sync Coaching joins me on this week's episode as we geek out about the personality typing system that can help you in your personal and professional life. Since I'm a total enneagram noob, she answers all of my questions and gives us a crash course about how you can level up your life through self-exploration. What happens when a 3 and a 7 chat about life for an hour? Listen to this episode and you'll find out! 

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    54 min
  • Gone Too Soon: Heat Vision & Jack

    In Loving Memory of Heat Vision & Jack (FOX): The cult-classic 1999 pilot never ordered to series. This epic sci-fi thriller spoof was directed by Ben Stiller, and starred Jack Black, Owen Wilson, & Ron Silver. It was created by Dan Harmon, the mind behind another cult show, Community, and was something ahead of its time - or, in other words, beyond the network's capacity for marketing. A show that would thrive on Adult Swim today, Heat Vision & Jack died before ever reaching the air. All we have of the Knight Rider knock off is one 30-minute episode with the most expensive soundtrack of all time, and special effects only a mother could love. Thanks to the charity table reading of the pilot that took place during quarantine, the show is more popular than ever, and today's episode briefly recaps exactly what made it so great.

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    Music courtesy of Joseph McDade. Show artwork provided by Shot at the Night Photography.

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    20 min
  • #TBT: Remember Ed? (With Special Guest - Michael Genadry)

    Well, shave my poodle! This month's edition of Throwback Thursday is a love letter to the wonderfully weird world of Stuckeyville, and my favorite comedy drama of all time, NBC's Ed. Ed ran from 2000-2004 and chronicled the life of Edward J. Stevens, a New York City lawyer who moves back to his hometown, buys the local bowling alley, and tries to win the heart of his high school crush. It starred Tom Cavanagh, Julie Bowen, and my guest on the podcast today, Michael Genadry, who played Mark Vanacore, the sidekick to Justin Long's Warren Cheswick, on all four seasons of the show. Join us as he shares his journey getting into acting, behind the scenes stories, memories from the set, and answers the 17 year long question -- will we EVER get to see Ed on DVD or streaming?  Ten bucks if ... well, you know. Enjoy!


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    Cover art provided by Shot at the Night Photography.
    Music courtesy of Joseph McDade.


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    1 hr 37 min
  • The Watch List: The Flight Attendant, After Life, & Bliss

    This week's episode is a quick bite, easy to digest and satisfying as ever. I discuss what I've been watching lately and do my best to convince you to check it out as well. Plus, I vent about anyone doubting Kaley Cuoco and explain why I think the critics got it wrong about Owen Wilson's latest. Check it out - and don't forget to hit that "follow" or "subscribe" button to hear more of the podcast each week!

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    Music courtesy of Joseph McDade.

    Podcast art courtesy of Shot at the Night Photography.


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    26 min
  • GEEKING OUT about FITNESS (with HeroPhysiques)

    Whether you're already obsessed with all things fitness or you've never done a squat in your life, if you are interested in the world of health & fitness, this episode is for you. Jason from HeroPhysiques joins me on this special episode where we do a deep dive into everything from calories to macros, bodybuilding and reverse-dieting, and how to approach working out in a pandemic. We even discuss the psychological aspects of diet & exercise, and how to address things such as body shaming, body dysmorphia, and eating disorders. Plus, we talk about how us self-proclaimed geeks got into the world of fitness, and how to overcome fear when stepping into the gym for the first time. If you're anything like me & looking for some motivation to get up and get moving, this episode is for you!


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    Cover art provided by Shot at the Night Photography.
    Music courtesy of Joseph McDade.

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    1 hr 15 min
  • Gone Too Soon: Firefly (feat. Nerd of All Trades)
    In Loving Memory of Firefly (FOX): 2002-2003. Calling all Browncoats! You already know that you can't stop the signal! You asked for it, & you got it. Tyler from Nerd of All Trades Podcast joins me on this week's episode as we take a DEEP dive into all things Firefly & Serenity. We talk about the cast, the crew, the fandom, as well as answer the age old question -- to reboot, or not to reboot? We fancast the hypothetical revival and share some of the other Firefly-related projects we've enjoyed over the years. I swear by my pretty floral bonnet, you'll enjoy this one. Follow Hayley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thirtynerdythriving/
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    Music courtesy of Joseph McDade. Show artwork provided by Shot at the Night Photography.
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    1 hr 18 min
  • #TBT: Remember Alias?
    It's fall of 2001. You're putting on your Dickies & your Osiris D3 skate shoes, and your spiky studded belt with your LED buckle as you scarf down a Pop Tart before heading to school. You're about to head out the door when you remember to set your VCR to record your new favorite show... ALIAS. On this month's installment of Throwback Thursday, I give you a glimpse into my life as a high school freshman, diving into the first fandom I ever discovered on my own, and I skim the surface of my thoughts surrounding JJ Abrams's iconic show. Who was Milo Rambaldi? What was with #47? And will we EVER get the reunion we deserve? Plus, hear me gush about my love for Jennifer Garner (the namesake of my podcast) & Michael Vartan, and make a desperate plea to the entire cast to talk with me about their favorite sandwiches. (I bet Kevin Weisman likes grilled cheese.) Enjoy!
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    Alias T.A.T.U Music Video: https://youtu.be/7ceXErwBX_E Music courtesy of Joseph McDade.
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    55 min

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Hayley the Brave, mom, geek, cosplayer, and proud TV addict, brings you fandom and pop culture content from The Valley of the Sun. Support this podcast: