The Nerds and Heroes Podcast
Where nerds come together to explore what makes their heroes tick. Every two weeks, host Kris Quintana (she/her) chats with a guest about the weaknesses they have turned into strengths, and how their inner nerd became their super power.
Because when you're a big enough nerd, someone thinks you're a hero.
Podcasting since 2023 • 5 episodes
The Nerds and Heroes Podcast
Latest Episodes
105 - Perry Hughes on Faith, Family, and inspiring Fathers
Join us for an energizing episode as we sit down with Perry Hughes, a dedicated husband, father of four, and the passionate force behind IGA Kids in Forest City, NC. In addition to hi...
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104 - Nerd out with Margo Aaron on Reclaiming Your Voice
Join me and my favorite Word Nerd, Margo Aaron, as we talk about pursuing dreams, overcoming inertia, healing trauma, authentic connections, and why you can't "find your voice." Margo is an accomplished writer, entrepreneur, and m...
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103 - Dr. Melissa Bird on Being Perfectly Imperfect and Bravely Telling Our Stories
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Melissa Bird, Life Coach, Lay Preacher, Author, and Keynote speaker. Join us as we talk about how important it is to recognize the beauty in impe...
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102 Nerding Out about LOST BOYS with Jamison Newlander
I sat down with Jamison Newlander (Alan Frog from The Lost Boys) and reminisced about being a teen in LA, trying to become an actor, what it was like to be a part of the Lost Boys world, and how important it is to remember that life is about co...
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101 Concussion Nerds with Natasha Wilch
March is Brain Injury Awareness month, so we kick off our podcast with the founder of Concussion Nerds, Natasha Wilch.Natasha was a key member of Kris's "super team" of support when she was in the early stages of recovering from her con...
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