Welcome to the Que Pasa Nerds Podcast! A space where we celebrate Latino nerd culture and everything nerdy, while also uplifting Latino voices in entertainment and the arts. Beyond the fun, we’re passionate about advocating for Latino mental health and creating conversations that make people feel seen, supported, and at home. Whether you’re a lifelong nerd, a creative, or just looking for community, Que Pasa Nerds is a place where cultura and fandom connect!
Josh and his friend Cisco review the Noche De Los Grandes Triple A showdown between The Original Grande Americano and El Grande Americano. They discuss how a novella unraveled before our eyes and how a gimmick character transformed into a cultural icon.
27 May 2026
I love Wrestling! - Featuring Cisco
On this episode, Josh and his friend Frankie talk about the current state of wrestling, what they love, what they hate, and what WWE can do to change things up before fans fully give up on it.
14 May 2026
Not Latino Enough - Jay's Story
Our friend Jay shares his personal story growing up while not being considered "Latino enough", even though he has lived the Latino experience. To being woken up at 7am on Saturday by house cleaning music and having extensive knowledge of his grandmas favorite telenovelas, he shares his love for games, comics, and certain anime characters that helped shaped who he is today.
11 May 2026
Press Restart AGAIN! - Maul, Shadow Lord Review
The Que Pasa Nerds Podcast returns after a long hiatus, discussing the impact of Maul Shadow Lord, the influence of Dave Filoni, and the fantasy matchup between Maul and Vader. The conversation delves into the intrigue of Vader, reimagining his menace, introducing new characters, exploring the potential of Starkiller, and cooking up new storylines, The future of Star Wars is also discussed, highlighting the ongoing developments and the anticipation for new content.
Chapters
00:00 The Return of the Que Pasa Nerds Podcast
08:00 Mall's Character Development
13:00 The Success of Mall Shadowlord
19:11 The Intrigue of Vader
25:05 Cooking Up New Storylines
32:05 Expanding the Star Wars Universe
24 Apr 2025
Do Latinos Like Anime More Than American Cartoons
On this episode we talk about our favorite anime and cartoons, reflecting on how they have impacted our lives and the Latino community. We discuss comparison of storytelling and themes in anime versus American cartoons, highlighting the depth and cultural significance of both forms of entertainment. In this conversation, we explore the differences and similarities between anime and American cartoons, focusing on storytelling, accessibility, and cultural impact. We discuss how anime has evolved to become a dominant force in entertainment, particularly in its ability to resonate with audiences through relatable themes and character development. The impact of Spanish dubs on the accessibility of anime in Latino cultures is highlighted, as well as the role of music in enhancing the storytelling experience. We conclude by reflecting on the future of animation and the importance of supporting both anime and cartoons.
18 Apr 2025
Wrestling's Cultural Impact
Host Josh and his friends Trent and Jay dive into the world of wrestling, discussing its current popularity. We discussits crossover into mainstream pop culture and its significance within Latino and black communities. We also highlight the emotional connections fans have with wrestling making it a unique form of entertainment that resonates across generations.
2 Apr 2025
Nerd Culture Meets Mental Health
In this episode, the Josh discusses the connection of nerd culture and mental health, particularly within the Latino community. He shares personal insights from his experience as a youth counselor, highlighting the stigma surrounding mental health and the cultural perceptions of nerd culture. The conversation explores how entertainment serves as a coping mechanism and emphasizes the importance of community and open dialogue about struggles and passions.
12 Mar 2025
Press Restart 2025
In this episode, the hosts return after a long hiatus, discussing their personal lives, the challenges of balancing work and creativity, and their excitement to reconnect with their audience. They reflect on the importance of having a creative outlet and the impact of pop culture, particularly anime and movies, on their lives. The conversation also touches on future plans for the podcast, including community engagement and discussions around Latino culture and mental health.
4 May 2024
S2 E2: Star Wars What If's? (May the 4th Special Episode)
The boys talk Star Wars and about their favorite characters and stories. They also come up with their own "What If" scenarios.
2 May 2024
S2 E1: WE BACK SEASON 2!
The Que Pasa Nerds Podcast is back! Josh introduces a new host for the show and we talk about what currently has our attention. Follow us on our socials @quepasanerds for more content!
2 May 2024
Episode 8: Hype About 2023-2024
Que Pasa Nerds! This Episode (recorded back in July 2023) Josh and Yesenia talk about what they are excited to see and what currently has their attention.
10 Jun 2023
Episode 7 - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Review
In this episode one of Josh's brothers joins him on their review on Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse!
2 Jun 2023
Episode 6 - It's Not a Phase Mom!
On Episode 6 we talk about how anime impacted our teenage and adults years, how it raised us in areas our parents didn't, and how to begin having conversations with your parents to understand what you love.
19 May 2023
Episode 5 - Disneyland Memories
This week Josh's little sister Lety joins the podcast as our first guest as they discuss how much they love Disney and their first Disneyland trip.
12 May 2023
Episode 4 - GOTG 3 Review
Que Pasa Nerds! This week we recap on our May 4th & 5th celebrations and we review Guardians of the Galaxy 3.
5 May 2023
Episode 3: Revenge of the 5th
Que Pasa Nerds talk about their love for Star Wars and highlight all the Latino Actors and Actresses who are carrying the Star Wars Franchise.
28 Apr 2023
Episode 2 - Childhood Cartoons
In this episode we discuss what cartoons from our childhood we believe started us in our nerdy journey. We also discuss about the few Latino cartoon characters we grew up with.
21 Apr 2023
Episode 1 - Introduction
Que Pasa Nerds! We kick off our first episode with an introduction to your hosts, why we created this podcast, and talk about two upcoming movies we are excited for, Blue Beetle and Spiderman: Across the Spiderverse.
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
YouTube views
41
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
7 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 37 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
19
Social presence
0
YouTube
65
Engagement
71
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