The Most Popular Nerd Culture YouTube Channels

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1. Nerdist

Focus: Movies, TV, comics, sci-fi, and pop culture analysis.
Why it’s great: Offers fun, fast-paced commentary on blockbuster franchises, Easter eggs, and geek trends.
Ideal for: Nerds who want smart yet entertaining breakdowns of mainstream media.


2. Vsauce

Focus: Science, philosophy, and thought experiments.
Why it’s great: Appeals to the intellectual side of nerds with fascinating “what if” questions and explorations of science behind fiction.
Ideal for: Nerds who love learning and big ideas as much as lightsabers and dragons.


3. Top10Nerd

Focus: Comic book lore, superhero rankings, and deep cuts from Marvel and DC.
Why it’s great: Fast-paced list videos that cover origins, alternate realities, and hidden storylines.
Ideal for: Comic fans who enjoy quick, informative content.


4. Black Girl Nerds

Focus: Geek culture through an inclusive, diverse lens.
Why it’s great: Brings fresh perspectives and representation to fandom commentary, reviews, and discussions.
Ideal for: Viewers who want a mix of nerd culture and cultural insight.


5. Geek & Sundry

Focus: Tabletop gaming, board games, and RPGs.
Why it’s great: Helped launch the modern tabletop movement with shows like TableTop and Critical Role.
Ideal for: Fans of Dungeons & Dragons, board games, and creative storytelling.


6. The Critical Drinker

Focus: Film reviews and cultural commentary.
Why it’s great: Sharp humor, British wit, and brutally honest takes on Hollywood trends.
Ideal for: Movie nerds who like their critiques with a dose of sarcasm.


7. RedLetterMedia

Focus: Film analysis, reviews, and comedic commentary.
Why it’s great: Known for the Plinkett Reviews and satirical deep dives into beloved (and hated) movies.
Ideal for: Cinephiles and sci-fi fans with a dark sense of humor.


8. Game Theory / Film Theory

Focus: Pop culture analysis through logic, science, and storytelling.
Why it’s great: Breaks down everything from Mario to Marvel with surprising depth and nerdy energy.
Ideal for: Fans who love dissecting games, movies, and story tropes.


9. New Rockstars

Focus: Movies, TV shows, and Easter egg hunts.
Why it’s great: Every Marvel and Star Wars release gets detailed frame-by-frame breakdowns.
Ideal for: Pop-culture detectives who love spotting hidden details.


10. Screen Junkies

Focus: Movie commentary and satire.
Why it’s great: Famous for Honest Trailers, which roast popular films while showing deep love for them.
Ideal for: Nerds who like humor with their criticism.


11. Man at Arms: Reforged

Focus: Real-life blacksmiths recreating weapons from movies, anime, and video games.
Why it’s great: Turns fantasy weapons into working steel masterpieces.
Ideal for: Fans of fantasy, craftsmanship, and historical weaponry.


12. The Cosplay Channel / Kamui Cosplay

Focus: Tutorials and inspiration for costume design.
Why it’s great: Teaches armor-building, prop-making, and painting techniques used by professional cosplayers.
Ideal for: Aspiring creators and cosplay enthusiasts.


13. Corridor Crew

Focus: VFX breakdowns and film-making experiments.
Why it’s great: Explains movie magic and digital effects with humor and geeky enthusiasm.
Ideal for: Tech-minded nerds fascinated by how movies are made.


14. Tested (Adam Savage’s Channel)

Focus: Making, crafting, and prop-building.
Why it’s great: Adam Savage (of MythBusters) shares builds, experiments, and convention projects.
Ideal for: Makers, builders, and Star Wars prop enthusiasts.


15. Angry Video Game Nerd (Cinemassacre)

Focus: Retro gaming reviews and comedy.
Why it’s great: Hilarious, nostalgic rants about classic (and terrible) video games.
Ideal for: Gamers who grew up on NES and love vintage game culture.


16. Scott the Woz

Focus: Video game history, humor, and commentary.
Why it’s great: Fast-paced comedy meets genuine love for gaming culture.
Ideal for: Younger audiences and retro gaming fans alike.


17. WatchMojo

Focus: Pop culture list videos.
Why it’s great: Covers everything from superheroes to sci-fi franchises, anime, and beyond.
Ideal for: Casual nerds who love quick lists and countdowns.


18. PBS Space Time

Focus: Astrophysics, cosmology, and theoretical science.
Why it’s great: Deep, mind-bending explanations of space and time — perfect for science-loving nerds.
Ideal for: Fans of sci-fi who like their science accurate.


19. Markiplier

Focus: Gaming and comedy.
Why it’s great: Charismatic playthroughs, emotional storytelling, and community-driven energy.
Ideal for: Gamers and Let’s Play fans who love personality-driven content.


20. Linus Tech Tips

Focus: Technology, PC builds, and hardware.
Why it’s great: Makes tech accessible and entertaining for both experts and beginners.
Ideal for: Tech nerds who like tinkering, upgrading, or just watching PCs explode in RGB glory.

 


 

And a few honourable mentions:

Charles Moffat, the Fantasy Author

https://www.youtube.com/@CharlesMoffatAuthor

Viva La Dirt League (Nerdy Sketch Comedy)

https://www.youtube.com/@VivaLaDirtLeague 

 

 

 

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