TheNerdNet.io was founded by Josh McDarris–writer, filmmaker, and lifelong nerd–In 2025.
As of 2026, NerdNet has expanded into all areas of the nerdisphere and fandom, offering news and reviews of games–video and tabletop–movies, TV, and tech.
NerdNet is based in Ogden, Utah.
Our Writers
Josh McDarris
Josh is the founder and editor-in-chief of thenerdnet.io. He writes for many of the sections at NerdNet, including hands-on tech reviews, movie and tv criticism, and lifestyle.
D. Eric Franks
D. Eric Franks is an award-winning producer and author. He’s a lifelong astronomer, home arcade nut, anime fan, and an alt.folklore.urban skeptic. A true Trekkie who loves the old and the new, he’s thoroughly convinced Star Trek is better than Star Wars.
Jo R. Jardina
Jo is a lover of sci-fi, and firm believer that you can make anything better by putting it in space. Movies, video games, friends, television shows, cats, and board games should all be in space.
Nathan Dudis
I am a renaissance sort of man, always dabbling and learning new hobbies, skills, interests and the like. When I am not working or with my wife and two kids, I enjoy relaxing with a good book, game or new show. Hobbies include foraging, writing, reading, gardening, learning new instruments (currently the ocarina), watching the latest anime and finding quality board games.
Gira Bhakta
Gira Bhakta lives in Austin, TX with her husband Loren. When she is not watching movies, she is dancing, drawing, learning piano, enjoying a plant-based diet, and planning the next road trip in a campervan.
TJ Montgomery
TJ is an actor and film fanatic, covering the horror film genre for NerdNet.
Matthew Morris
Matthew is a film and music critic and guest contributor to NerdNet.
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