Welcome to the world where the Geek shall inherit the Earth! 🌟 At 'World Gone Geek: The Podcast is Real', we're on a mission to celebrate and unite the diverse realms of geek culture. From the latest blockbuster movies to cherished classics, from thrilling wrestling matches to epic gaming adventures, we're your ultimate destination for everything geeky, where inclusivity thrives and passions are celebrated. Join us as we smash negativity and gatekeeping, fostering a community where everyone' ...
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Podcast starring Jason Lenzi (of BifBangPow.com) and Daniel Pickett (of ActionFigureInsider.com).
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I’m here to save the world! The GEEK shall inherit the Earth!!!
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The BRAVE Leader Podcast is a show exploring leadership in the workplace and civic society. Unapologetic insights and interviews across a range of subjects and people into what works and what doesn't work in leadership.
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Jason Griffith - Voice of Sonic the Hedgehog and MORE!
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49:29Today, we’re diving into a fun and energetic chat with Jason Griffith, the legendary voice behind Sonic the Hedgehog! We caught up with him at the Cleveland Gaming Classic last September, and let me tell you, hearing his stories about voice acting and the impact Sonic has had on fans is just a blast. From his early days in Cleveland to his journey …
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Play Games Heal Kids! Extra Life - (participating in Podcasthon 2025)
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1:02:35We're all living in a world gone Geek, and today we're diving into something super special that really embodies our fandom for good: Extra Life! This episode is dedicated to the amazing charity event where gamers unite to play for 24 hours straight, raising funds for Children's Miracle Network hospitals. Join Jeff (aka Grounded Geek) andYuta as the…
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Stephanie Williams - Comics Writer "Nubia, Queen of the Amazons" and more!
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1:02:13We’re all living in a world gone geek, and this episode is no exception! Buckle up, because we’re diving into an awesome conversation with the super talented Stephanie Williams, writer for DC and Marvel. She’s here to share her journey through the comic book universe, from her indie roots to breathing new life into iconic characters like Nubia and …
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After a long wait, season 2 is back. We kick off this season by reflecting on The BRAVE Leader book and celebrating what comes next for this next chapter of the podcast
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The Fandom Premise - Relive the origins behind your favorite fandoms - The Fandom Premise
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1:53The Fandom Premise is an engaging journey into the rich histories of the fandoms we cherish, hosted by Jeff, aka groundedGeek. Each episode promises to explore the fascinating stories behind your favorite franchises, characters, and cultural phenomena, reminding us of the human experiences that shape the geek world. From the unexpected origins of S…
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Unleashing the Jugger: From Cult Classic to Real-Life Sport w/ John Fawkes
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56:42Join us as we dive into the exhilarating world of Jugger, a sport inspired by the cult classic film "The Blood of Heroes." Our guest, John Fawkes, shares his journey from being a fan of Rutger Hauer to becoming an active participant in this unique and adrenaline-fueled activity. Discover how Jugger combines athleticism with theatrical flair, creati…
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World Gone Geek Podcast S5 Premiere: Nostalgia, Hot Dogs, and Wrestling Showdowns
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1:34:25World Gone Geek Podcast S5 Premiere: Nostalgia, Hot Dogs, and Wrestling Showdowns In the premiere episode of Season 5 of the World Gone Geek podcast, host Jeff (groundedGeek) reunites with co-hosts Allea and Yuta after a lengthy hiatus. They discuss their return, reflecting on previous seasons and the personal challenges that led to their break. Th…
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The podcast is back. With some slight changes in terms of format but the same intent and delivery. In this new episode David explores the direction of the podcast and starts off by exploring the question, Is Leadership Overrated? Aspire for Emerging Leaders https://davidmcqueen.co.uk/aspire The BRAVE Leader Book https://davidmcqueen.co.uk/book…
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Coy Hall - Historian and Horror Author of "Promise of the Plague Wolves"
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1:22:40Join us for an eerie journey into the depths of horror and history on this episode of [Your Podcast Name]. Our guest, Coy Hall, is a multi-talented author who delves into the realms of mystery and horror while simultaneously teaching history. He shares his unique perspective on how these two worlds intersect in his work, and we discuss his latest s…
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Shane Salk - Voice actor in "Starfield," Co-creator of "Carcerem" podcast
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1:32:27"World Gone Geek: The Podcast is Real" is BACK! Not only is it Jeff's birthday in this episode, we're celebrating by inviting one of our favorite previous guests back! We have a true powerhouse of creativity and talent joining us - none other than Shane Salk, the brilliant mind behind the captivating world of Carcerem and a voice actor featured in …
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Promptly Written Crossover Event - Year 2
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2:08:50We join forces with our good friends from the "Promptly Written" podcast to write and share short stories based on a prompt. This year's prompt was: "World Gone Geek..." Listen here to the stories from Yuta, Allea and Jeff and be sure to check out the Promptly Written episode for the other half of this now annual collaboration. Promptly Written Epi…
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Ryan Koo is a comedian, actor, and musician from Seoul, South Korea. He has performed in comedy clubs, college/universities, and festivals across the nation such as the New York Comedy Festival and the Crazy Woke Asians Festival where he received the Rising Star Award. Recently, Ryan was one of the featured comedians for LMAOF: Los Angeles, a comed…
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EP 50 | Leadership Principles | Sophie Devonshire
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43:16In today's episode, I get to talk with Sophie Devonshire, CEO of The Marketing Society and the author of the books, Superfast: Lead at Speed and Love Work: The seven steps to thrive at work. A fitting conversation to wrap up this series around inclusive leadership.
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EP 49 | Geeks shall inherit the Earth | Tamara Littleton
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40:00My guest for this episode is Tamara Littleton, CEO and Founder of The Social Element agency, and Co-Founder of crisis simulation company Polpeo. This conversation was a long time coming and I hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
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EP 48 | Learning in the Moment | Michael Barrington-Hibbert
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46:50In this episode, I get to talk to Michael Barrington-Hibbert, CEO of Barrington Hibbert Associates, investor and co founder of 10000 Black Interns.
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EP 47 | Kindess is not Weakness | Harley Kisberg
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31:18Today's guest on this episode is Harley Kisberg, Founder of ITech Media
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EP 46 | Positive Leadership | Shazia Ginai
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45:55My guest for this episode is Shazia Ginai. When we recorded this she was the of CEO Neuro-Insight in the UK and is now currently Chief Growth Office at Catalyx. A lovely conversation on positive leadership
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EP 45 | Being Authentic | Paul Carrick Brunson
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42:18Our guest today is Paul Carrick Brunson. A relationship counselor, matchmaker, serial entrepreneur, co-host of UK’s Celebs Go Dating and Married at First Sight UK
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EP44 | Lead by Example | Nicola Mendelson CBE
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25:47In this episode, I get to speak to Nicola Mendelson CBE the VP of Global Business Group at Meta.
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My leadership podcast is being rebranded as The David McQueen Podcast In this episode I explain the reason behind this and what I want to do differently
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What are your favorite Christmas movies?
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1:48:39We invite friend of the podcast, Matt Sugerik (Promptly Written), to join us to discuss which five Christmas movies you would binge in the days leading up to Christmas. We also discuss whether or not Home Alone is a Christmas movie. What?!?!? Promptly Written Podcast PW Website Twitter: pwrittenpod PW Facebook Group…
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Toby Danger - Rock & Roll Comedy Band
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1:14:48We are jazzed to have TOBY DANGER, a rock and roll comedy band making the rounds at conventions and other venues near you. We talk about their history, their Halloween song "All Hallow's Steve" and lots of other stuff. Toby Danger Website Twitter: tobydangerbandBy World Gone Geek
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What Are You Watching? - Current Binge Suggestions
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1:21:52We improvise because a guest was a no-show... so we discuss what shows we're currently obsessed with and offer suggestions!By World Gone Geek
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Robby Starr "The Show" - Professional Wrestler
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1:35:30We chat with Rob Galloway, also known as "The Show" Robby Star in regional wrestling circles! We get nostalgic about wrestling, find out about some of the regional companies around Ohio and how he got started. We also hear how he met Arnold Schwarzenegger ringside! Twitter: robbystarr117 Buckeye Wrestling Alliance Ohio Championship Wrestling…
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Tom Jenkins - Cleveland Gaming Classic
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1:27:22We chat with the brains behind the Cleveland Gaming Classic which moved into its new space at the I-X Center in Cleveland this year and there are big plans for next year. We discuss the origins of this great show as well as his passion for video games and video game history. www.gamecleveland.com Twitter: GameonCleveland Facebook: ClevelandGamingCl…
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EP42 | The Power of Self Awareness | Gina Head
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30:15My guest is Gina Head Brand Director at Mars, NED @ Rutland First CIC and Mentor
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Shawn Gorey - Twitch affiliate "The Gorey Details", charity enthusiast
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1:47:23We welcome twitch affiliate Shawn Gorey of "The Gorey Details" to chat about games, gaming, streaming and our mutual passion for playing games to help children's hospitals through Extra Life. Shawn's deets: Twitch Channel Facebook Instagram Twitter Donation links to benefit University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital: Donate to Shawn'…
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My guest is Pam Zaballa is the CEO of the No More Foundation and is a global leadership voice in tackling domestic violence.
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EP40 | Think Productively | Graham Allcott
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35:15My guest today is Graham Allcott. Graham is founder of Think Productive. He is a social entrepreneur and former charity chief exec. His books include "How to be a Productivity Ninja". See his full list of books here
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EP39 | The Importance of Values | Sarah Jenkins
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28:27My guest today is Sarah Jenkins. Sarah is the Managing Director at Saatchi and Saatchi London and a Trustee at Historic Royal Palaces. With a strong track record in marketing and advertising, I am excited to welcome her to this episode of The BRAVE Leader. Book Recommendation: Belonging: The Key to Transforming and Maintaining Diversity, Inclusion …
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Ryan Nemeth - All Elite Wrestling, writer and actor
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1:33:37This week, in our season two finale, we welcome the Hollywood Hunk himself, Ryan Nemeth from All Elite Wrestling to the show to talk about his career in wrestling, the industry and his new dark and riveting short film HEEL, now available to stream (https://vimeo.com/707983681)! Ryan's Deets Twitter Instagram AEW "Hollywood Hunk" Merch…
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Marlene Sharp - Producer, Writer and Creative Executive (Sonic Boom, Young Captain Nemo)
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1:27:58Marlene Sharp has had a storied career behind the scenes in television and film production and has amazing BTS stories about the production of Sonic Boom, the Sonic the Hedgehog film and the upcoming Young Captain Nemo animated film franchise from Rainshine Entertainment! Join us for this awesome discussion! We're also joined periodically by Marlen…
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RustBit - Game Developers of "The Grip of Madness"
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1:27:09RustBit, is a small team with a big passion for crafting experiences. Although we've only recently formed, they come to the table with over a decade of game design in both the video game world and the board game world. As well as a decade of programming and art experience. They're building The Grip of Madness, a 4-8 cooperative FPS with betrayal me…
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SOLAR the Podcast, creators Jenny Curtis and Chris Porter
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1:21:43SOLAR is #1 SciFi and #2 Fiction podcast out right now. SOLAR utilizes 3D sound design (mastered in Dolby Atmos) for a fully immersive cinematic experience It takes listeners on a journey through the heart of the solar system and the vastness of the human spirit and stars Stephanie Beatriz, Tony Award winner Alan Cumming, Academy Award winner Helen…
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In today's episode of The BRAVE Leader, I get to talk leadership with June Angelides MBE. June is an investor, a columnist for the Financial Times and a strong advocate for the rights of working mothers. June is passionate about getting people from all backgrounds into careers in tech and helping more underrepresented founders gain access to fundin…
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Fan Expo Cleveland 2022 - Rob Paulsen, Brian O'Halloran and more!
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1:30:29We had a blast at Fan Expo Cleveland 2022! Take a listen to a recap and hear all the interviews we had with some of the celebrities who attended: Interviews included: [17:32] Lucie Pohl (voice of Mercy, Overwatch) [25:31] Dan Parent (writer/artist, Archie Comics) [37:52] Charles Martinet (voice of Mario) [43:19] Brian O'Halloran (Actor, Clerks) [1:…
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The Shawarma Shack Crossover - Moon Knight episode 4
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1:11:17This week we combined our newest show "Shawarma Shack" with "The Podcast is Real" in order to give both audiences a taste of each! So SPOILER ALERT! If you have not yet watched the fourth episode of Moon Knight on Disney+.... do that first! The gang finally find the tomb of Ammit, only to find that undead Egyptian priests are taking out Harrow's me…
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Bella Maori - Writer, Actress, Model, Filmmaker
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1:05:15Bella Maori is a Southern California native and was raised in Los Angeles. She started writing at the age of eight. Early in her career, she worked as a model and later starred in her first feature independent film, "The Internship Games," in 2015. In, 2021 she appeared as the lead model on the album cover trailer for Grammy-nominated Hip Hop rap s…
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EP37 | The Power of Rapport | Louisa Clarke
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43:22In today's episode, I get to talk leadership with Louisa Clarke, Managing Director of Operations for the Churchill Group
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Alan J. Porter, writer, and podcaster, likes to talk about stuff and makes up stories too. With over 30 fiction and non-fiction book publishing credits and hundreds of magazine articles, he covers the worlds of Pop Culture, Comics, High-Adventure fiction, Movies, Music, Business Strategy, and more. His pop-culture non-fiction work has featured prop…
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EP36 | Thinking Outside the Box | Roger Wade
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48:16This is The BRAVE Leader Podcast, and I am your host David McQueen, International Speaker and Executive Coach. In this episode I kick off my series of interviews with leaders. My guest today is Roger Wade, CEO and Founder of Boxpark.
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Joe Stillman - Screenwriter, Author
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1:05:56Joe Stillman co-wrote “Shrek” for Dreamworks which earned him an Academy Award® nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay and the Annie and BAFTA Awards. Other produced features are “Beavis & Butthead Do America”, “Shrek 2”, “Gulliver’s Travels”, “Planet 51” and “Joseph King Of Dreams”. In television, he was co-producer and writer on “King of the Hill…
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Chris Warner - Actor, Writer, Director, Producer
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1:23:08Chris Warner began acting professionally over two decades ago in Austin, TX. After some marked success in film, television and commercials, Chris headed for the bright lights of hollywood! Chris’ first major studio film role was in academy award nominated Alan Parker's Feature The Life of David Gale. In his most recent role, you can find him going …
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This is The BRAVE Leader Podcast, and I am your host David McQueen, International Speaker, and Executive Coach. Join me each week as I share insights and interview a range of fabulous leaders on what inclusive leadership looks like for them. No silver bullets here, just honest and direct conversations on how leadership shows up, the good and the ba…
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Join us for one part of our crossover with our good friends at Promptly Written podcast! This past month Matt and Ian from PW and Yuta, Allea and Jeff from World Gone Geek worked on stories based on the prompt "Option 1." In this episode, you'll hear World Gone Geek gang reading their stories and providing commentary along with Matt and Ian. When y…
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Mellow Brown is a software engineer and Cleveland native who is also a screenwriter who has worked for Starz, Netflix & Apple TV+. Working in a lot of huge IP on unannounced projects. Currently writing the origins of the Blade Runner universe. All Mellow's info can be found here: https://linktr.ee/MellowBrown If you'd like to help us battle pediatr…
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Rob "88Bit" Kovacs - Musician, Singer, Songwriter, VGM
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1:13:26Cleveland native Rob Kovacs has a pretty impressive musical resume. He’s composed scores for several award-winning short films, and he’s worked on an award-winning virtual reality game. He also performs under the name 88bit, recording virtuosic note-for-note piano arrangements of Nintendo soundtracks. Find Rob: robkovacsmusic.com 88bitmusic.com Twi…
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Daniel Ross is one of the most in-demand Voice Artists working in the business today. His voice has been featured on almost every network including Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Disney, Netflix, HBO Max, WB, and Amazon. Most notably, he is the voice of Donald Duck in the smash hit series “Mickey and the Roadster Racers”, “Mickey Mouse: Mixed-Up Adv…
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Afroduck - Game Developers of Zakumba: Astraia
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1:23:43AfroDuck Studios was created in 2016 by college graduates who sought involve themselves in the gaming/entertainment industry. With little to no experience, they created a company with a mission to develop various projects with an independently and creatively led team. They're currently working on "Zakumba: Episode Astraia" and tell us all about it …
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Mark Cooper - Nerdcore artist, producer
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1:22:13Mark Cooper is a multi-disciplinary Rapper and Producer, carrying the torch of Nerdcore from Detroit, Michigan. His branded work consists of a large body of verses and cyphers touching on all things considered “Nerdy” or from Gaming Culture, including references from but not limited to Gaming Systems of all brands, Transformers, Power Rangers, Halo…
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