Dive into the Holiday Spirit with Wise_N_Nerdy and Special Guest Olivia Dunkley

Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom

In this festive episode of Wise_N_Nerdy, Charles, Joe, and Kurt are thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Olivia Dunkley to the show. The laughter and camaraderie kick off with the traditional "Question of the Week," asking, “What’s your favorite holiday food? Alternate: most hated holiday food?” The unanimous punching bag? Fruitcake. As the group reminisces about their most cherished holiday meals, it becomes clear that these dishes are more than food—they’re memories shared with loved ones.

With the roll of the dice, the "Parliament of Papas" segment takes center stage, tackling the evergreen debate: artificial vs. real Christmas trees. The crew also explores the cozy joy of matching Christmas pajamas, sparking laughs and heartwarming anecdotes about family traditions.

Next up is the fan-favorite "Daddy Tell Me a Story" segment. Olivia dazzles with tales from her movie production days, recounting a hilarious mishap involving a scene meant to feature horses—but with only one horse on set, the team had to improvise. Her resilience and creativity shine through, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and joys of filmmaking.

The dice deliver more laughs with animal-themed bad dad jokes submitted by listener Devocite, followed by some listener feedback that keeps the conversation rolling.

In the "What Are You Nerding Out About?" segment, passions abound. Charles shares his love for building puzzles with his wife, while Olivia nerds out about the joys and challenges of parenting. Kurt is captivated by the artistry of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, and Joe is diving into King’s Avatar season 3 while reliving the magic of Home Alone 1 & 2 with his kids.

The show rounds out with the "How Do I...?" segment, where the hosts share insights on how parents can make the most of their weekends.

So, whether you're a fan of nerdy banter, heartfelt parenting stories, or Olivia Dunkley’s incredible behind-the-scenes anecdotes, this episode invites you to "Find your FAMdom" and celebrate what makes the holidays—and fandoms—so special.