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	Podcast:		Represent
	Episode:		A Word: Blerd Up
	Category:		TV & Film
	Duration:		00:36:42
	Publish Date:		2024-07-12 07:00:00
	Description:		It's convention season, and nerds everywhere may be suiting up to attend the Cons, gatherings of hardcore science-fiction, comic book, fantasy or anime fandoms. That includes BlerdCon, the gathering where Black nerds celebrate their interests in comics, anime, gaming, and much more. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by two artists who will be featured at this year’s BlerdCon, comedian Jay Washington, and actor Phil Lamarr. They talk about the event, the evolution of Black nerd culture, and handling the backlash over diversity in science fiction and fantasy entertainment. Guests: Performers Jay Washington and Phil Lamarr Podcast production by Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola Want more A Word? Subscribe to Slate Plus to immediately access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Or, visit *slate.com/awordplus* *to get access wherever you listen.* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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