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Setoiyo loves sports. Darryl doesn’t. Darryl’s a nerd. Setoiyo isn’t.Comedians Darryl Charles and Setoiyo clash and connect as they school each other on their wildly different worlds—and try to make sense of everything else in between.Smart, silly, and always surprising—jump…
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47 - Junk in Space | Orbital Debris, Elon Musk & Kessler Syndrome Explained (opens the original)
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The Knockout Nerds are back with a full nerd week, and Darryl is breaking down the wild world of space junk: the orbital debris, dead satellites, rocket remnants, and cosmic clutter currently surrounding our planet. Learn where it comes from, where it’s headed, and how Elon Musk’s satellite networks are contributing to the growing mess. If you’ve ever wondered how close we are to Kessler Syndrome, this episode has the breakdown. And of course, the hot takes are in orbit. Setoiyo wants you to kno
46 - The Birth of The Great White Hope (opens the original)
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The Knockout Nerds return with a fight‑week deep dive into Jack Johnson and the origins of the Great White Hope. Setoiyo walks through Johnson’s rise from Galveston, Texas to Heavyweight champion, and how his success triggered a cultural backlash so intense it led to a ban on the fight footage. The hot takes are flowing too! Darryl celebrates his newest complex, and Setoiyo shares his ongoing disappointment with rappers who refuse to grow. It’s culture, championships, and chalupas covered the Kn
45 - Viva La Vaccine (opens the original)
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The Knockout Nerds return with a nerd‑week deep dive into vaccines. Darryl walks Setoiyo through how vaccines work, their history, and why mRNA technology could change the future of flu season. The hot takes are flowing too! Setoiyo calls for African parents to finally listen, and Darryl takes aim at restaurants who have the nerve to stop dodging accountability. It’s pestilence, partying, and cultural commentary covered the Knockout way. Join the conversation and tap in with the Nerds. Follow us
44 - The Ballad of George Foreman (opens the original)
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The Knockout Nerds return with a fight‑week deep dive into the remarkable story of George Foreman. Setoiyo breaks down Foreman’s journey from fearsome young champion to his joyful, faith‑driven comeback, culminating in winning the heavyweight title at 45 years old. The hot takes are flowing too! Darryl calls for more proactive emotional honesty, and Setoiyo makes the case that Batman is a truly terrible father. It’s redemption, humor, and heavyweight history covered the Knockout way. Join the co
43 - I Love Dialectical Materialism (opens the original)
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The Knockout Nerds return with a nerd week exploring Dialectical Materialism through the lens of I Love Boosters. Darryl leads Setoiyo through a deep dive into philosophy, media literacy, and why it’s more than just vibes. The episode kicks off with advice on happiness and pro‑social behavior, followed by hot takes on the importance of a diverse friend group and the hidden forces shaping your social media feed. It’s a lighthearted love of our lived reality: philosophy, culture, and comedy covere
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