Kim Rhodes Reveals Her ‘Kung Fu’ Character is NOT a “Karen”

Kim Rhodes only had one demand when she was offered a role on Kung Fu – her character CANNOT be a “Karen.”

“I did not want that,” Rhodes tells The Nerds of Color. “And they didn’t want to write her that way.” 

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Meg Donnelly, Drake Rodger, Jensen Ackles, and Danneel Ackles Talk ‘The Winchesters’

At New York Comic Con, I had the joy of speaking with Meg Donnelly, Drake Rodger, Jensen Ackles (Star/Executive Producer), and Danneel Ackles (Executive Producer) about their new series, The Winchesters. The Supernatural prequel will premiere tonight at 8 PM ET/PT on The CW.

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Olivia Liang is Ready for Nicky to “Figure it All Out” This Season on ‘Kung Fu’

Olivia Liang knows what the fans want.

“The state of Hicky,” Liang laughs.

The Kung Fu star, who plays Nicky Shen, is prepping for press week as the third season premieres this Wednesday. She is ready to answer all the pressing questions that fans want to know, especially regarding Nicky’s love life.

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‘Kung Fu’ Showrunners Give a Season 3 Sneak Peek and Answer Our Shipping Questions

Kung Fu third season returns this week and there’s A LOT to digest after the earthquake of last season that shook more than just the ground — Harmony Dumplings was left in shambles; Althea’s (Shannon Dang) career took a turn for the worse after hacking into everyone’s location (to save them); Dennis (Tony Chung) has been cut off from his family; Zhilan (Yvonne Chapman) is stuck in the other dimension; Henry (Eddie Liu) left on his own adventure; and, Nicky (Olivia Liang) now has to figure out lift without a warrior’s purpose and a boyfriend.

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Showrunner Chris Hollier Breaks Down the ‘Roswell, New Mexico’ Series Finale

Chris Hollier serves as the Showrunner and an executive producer of Roswell, New Mexico, which premiered in 2019. You can stream new episodes of the sci-fi drama free the next day, only on The CW. This interview will include major spoilers for episode 4×13, “How’s It Going to Be.”

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Tyler Blackburn and Michael Vlamis Talk Malex’s Cosmic Love Story on ‘Roswell, New Mexico’

Tyler Blackburn and Michael Vlamis bring the beloved couple of Alex Manes and Michael Guerin to life on Roswell, New Mexico. The sci-fi drama premiered in 2019 and is currently finishing its final season. The series finale will air Monday, September 5 at 8pm ET/PT on The CW. This interview will include spoilers for episode 4×12, “Two Sparrows in a Hurricane.”

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Heather Hemmens Talks the 50th Episode of ‘Roswell, New Mexico’

Heather Hemmens plays Maria DeLuca on Roswell, New Mexico. For episode 4×11, “Follow You Down,” the actress also serves as director. The series premiered in 2019 and is now in its fourth and final season. New episodes of the sci-fi drama air Mondays at 8 PM ET/PT. This interview will contain spoilers.

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NOC Exclusive Clip: Liz Gets an Intervention in the 50th Episode of ‘Roswell, New Mexico’

Roswell, New Mexico reaches an amazing milestone tonight, celebrating 50 episodes of the series and The Nerds of Color has an exclusive sneak peek! This clip features Jeanine Mason, Michael Trevino, Amber Midthunder, Nathan Dean, and Lily Cowles. Episode 4×11, “Follow You Down” airs at 8PM on The CW.

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Michael Trevino on the ‘Roswell, New Mexico’ Series Finale and Directing

Michael Trevino stars as Kyle Valenti on The CW’s Roswell, New Mexico. For episode 4×09, “Wild Wild West,” the actor also serves as director. The series, which originally premiered in 2019, is now in its fourth and final season. New episodes of the sci-fi drama air Mondays at 8pm ET/PT. 

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The Cast of ‘The Winchesters’ on the ‘Supernatural’ Prequel

While covering The CW’s Upfront 2022 Red Carpet, I had a great time chatting with Meg Donnelly, Drake Rodger, JoJo Fleites, Demetria McKinney, and Nida Khurshid about The Winchesters. The new series, which serves as a prequel to Supernatural, will premiere on Tuesday, October 11 at 8pm ET/PT.

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Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa on What That Cliffhanger Means for the Final Season of ‘Riverdale’

Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is the creator of The CW’s Riverdale, which is based on characters from the Archie Comics. The show will return for a seventh and final season. This interview will include major spoilers for the season finale, episode 6×22, “Chapter One Hundred and Seventeen: Night of the Comet.”

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The Cast of ‘Gotham Knights’ Preview Their New Series

At The CW’s Upfront 2022 Red Carpet, I had the opportunity to chat with Misha Collins, Oscar Morgan, Fallon Smythe, Tyler DiChiara, Anna Lore, Rahart Adams, Navia Robinson, and Olivia Rose Keegan about Gotham Knights. The new series, which is based on characters created for DC by Bob Kane with Bill Finger, will be part of The CW’s 2023 schedule.

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Lily Cowles Talks ‘Roswell, New Mexico’ and Isobel’s Journey

Lily Cowles plays Isobel Evans on The CW’s Roswell, New Mexico. The series, which originally premiered in 2019, is now in its fourth and final season. New episodes of the sci-fi drama air Mondays at 8 PM ET/PT. This interview will include spoilers for episode 4×06, “Kiss From A Rose.”

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Kiernan Shipka Talks Returning to ‘Riverdale,’ Nabrina, and More

Kiernan Shipka is back as Sabrina Spellman! The actress played the beloved character in all four parts of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and previously appeared during Riverdale’s five-episode event, Rivervale. New episodes of Riverdale air Sundays at 8 PM ET on The CW. This interview will include spoilers for episode 6×19, “Chapter One Hundred and Fourteen: The Witches of Riverdale.”

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‘The Flash’ Showrunner Eric Wallace on the End of Season 8 and What’s Ahead

Spoilers for all of The Flash Season 8 follow

With so many trials and tribulations for Barry, Iris, and their friends and family this season, they have finally defeated Eobard Thawne (once again) and the Negative Forces. But with things seeming so conclusive, where does the show and WestAllen go for Season 9?

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Olivia Liang and Shannon Dang Discuss ‘Kung Fu’ at The CW’s Upfront 2022 Red Carpet

While covering The CW’s Upfront 2022 Red Carpet, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kung Fu stars Olivia Liang (Nicky) and Shannon Dang (Althea). After being given an early renewal, it was announced that the show’s third season will be part of the 2022 Fall schedule on Wednesdays at 9 pm ET/PT.

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Geffri Maya and Peyton Alex Smith Talk The CW’s ‘All American: Homecoming’

At The CW’s Upfront 2022 Red Carpet, I spoke with Geffri Maya and Peyton Alex Smith about All American: Homecoming, which has been renewed for a second season. The series will start off the week on Mondays for The CW’s 2022-2023 schedule.

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Kausar Mohammed on Joining ‘The Flash’

There’s a new speedster in town on The Flash! Dr. Meena Dhawan made her debut in “Keep it Dark” and received the spotlight in last week’s “The Man in the Yellow Tie.” Who is Dr. Meena and why has she sought Barry Allen and his team out?

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NOC Exclusive Clip: Max and Michael Argue Over Bonnie and Clyde in ‘Roswell, New Mexico’

The Nerds of Color is excited to share an exclusive sneak peek at tonight’s all-new episode of Roswell, New Mexico, featuring Michael Vlamis, Nathan Dean, Riley Voelkel, Quentin Plair, Lily Cowles, Heather Hemmens, and Jeanine Mason. Episode 4×03, “Subterranean Homesick Alien” airs at 8PM on The CW.

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Jon Prasida on Ryan’s Love Life and His Fighting Hopes for ‘Kung Fu’ Season 3

In the second season of Kung Fu, Ryan (Jon Prasida) goes through a lot. The fresh-out-of-med-school youngest Shen sibling was healing from the break-up with Joe (Bradley Gibson) from the end of season 1, but finds love with Sebastian (JB Tadena), the new head chef of Harmony Dumplings.

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Michael Vlamis on the Final Season of ‘Roswell, New Mexico’ and More

Michael Vlamis plays Michael Guerin on The CW’s Roswell, New Mexico. The series, which originally premiered in 2019, is now in its fourth and final season. New episodes of the sci-fi drama air Mondays at 8pm ET/PT. This interview will include spoilers for episode 4×02, “Fly.”

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Eddie Liu on Henry’s Daddy Issues and His Place in the ‘Kung Fu’ Shooby Gang

Eddie Liu suggested this season of Kung Fu should be called “Daddy Issues.”

It seems like everyone – except the Shen family — are dealing with dad problems. Mia’s (Vanessa Yao) father sold her out to Russell Tan (Kee Chan). Juliette (Annie Q) was straight up murdered by her dad — ollowed by Kerwin (Ludi Lin), whose father took over his body as a vessel.

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Hard NOC Life 269: ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Episode III Revenge of the Darth

Keith, Dominic, and Britney break down the most recent episode of Obi-Wan Kenobi and its surprise Vader confrontation. What possibly could await our heroes for the remainder of the season?

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