gary buechler

Gary Buechler, better known online as Nerdrotic, is an American content creator, cultural commentator, and passionate advocate for fandom. After spending a decade running The Comic Outpost, a San Francisco comic shop, he transitioned into full-time independent media.

On YouTube and beyond, Gary offers incisive, outspoken commentary on popular culture, diving into entertainment industry dynamics, fandom criticism, and narrative trends. He is the host of several recurring shows, including Friday Night Tights, The Real BBC, and The Nerdrotic Nooner, which regularly feature guest voices from across geek media.

In 2025, he published his memoir Waiting for Nerdrotic: From Prison to YouTube, recounting his personal struggles and unconventional path to building a voice in independent media. Married since 2003 and father to one child, Gary blends personal transparency with sharp commentary in everything he creates.