Badass Women (Yvonne Stahovski, Jennifer Morrison, Retta) | NerdHQ 2014 Conversation for a Cause

A Conversation with Badass Women live from #NerdHQ 2014 featuring Yvonne Strahovski, Retta, Jennifer Morrison, Sophie Turner, Missy Peregrym, Ming-Na Wen
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[@vitoriar1403]

Jennifer Morrison was killin' it! She's just so well-spoken and sweet, my eyes and ears were all over her during the painel! Keep up the good work Jen!

[@kattrin33]

Vitoria Riveros I greatly appreciated her honesty and transparency as well as Yvonne. They were the 2 best on the panel I thought.

[@Louisvilleslugger11]

Yvonne Strahovski = Most perfect woman

[@Pantherazure]

That is just a true fact

[@mmita]

so Retta needs to be on every panel....seriously...just put her in a seat and give her a mic...she's awesome!

[@annaspringbear]

She was so good. And that woman who couldn't stop crying when she asked Ming that great question should be in the audience again.

[@ryleybridges98]

Yvonne Strahovski, Jennifer Morrison and Ming-Na Wen all on one panel!? THREE OF MY FANDOMS HAVE COMBINED!

[@kimilynP]

Can this PLEASE be an annual panel? I feel like it needs to be.

[@sturm375]

yes please

[@johnwwan]

with the same women. This is hilarious.

[@ChevaliersEmeraude]

John Wan I don't know, there's so many badass women in geek culture... Arya, Brienne and Ygritte from GoT, Kate Becket in Castle, pretty much every clones in Orphan Black, Bo Dennis in Lost Girl, Buffy and Xena, they were pretty much the 2 first badass women, their actresses should be there, And Myka, Claudia and H.G. from Warehouse 13, Jo from Eureka... And those are just from the top of my head! They can always bring in different badass women every year and keep it fresh! :) Althought Ming-Na ''Melinda May'' Wen should always be there! :) Her character is the female Chuck Norris (not kidding: Look up ''#Mayisms'' on Twitter! ^_^)

[@IngoPhotographing]

This panel is great! I agree with you, this NEEDS to be an annual panel!

[@Spare074]

ChevaliersEmeraude yeah, we NEED Stana Katic in this panel next year !

[@melanieguerra5348]

Jennifer always knows what to say, she's so well spoken it blows my mind!

[@simonsaysjump6084]

I love what Sophie said about looking up to Lena as a person and as an actress. Such lovely words.

[@siriuslee7983]

I wasn't expecting her to say anyone from GOT (just mention looking up to her mom), so it was a nice surprise for her to say such nice things about Lena Headey.

[@iunderstanddou]

Yvonne Strahovski is scary hot

[@morningglory3644]

I am a big Oncer fan, I just wish they asked more "Once Upon a Time" questions directed towards Jennifer Morrison because it's one of the few shows on prime time that is female dominated. I love how the show is pushing the boundaries with the Disney princess archetype and the story lines are centered on the female protagonist.

[@AlbertoVincis]

Missy Peregrine vs Yvonne Strahovski

[@PaulhusBrittany]

Oh my god he's married to Missy Peregrine, that's just amazing. And this by far my fav panel.

[@BlueWoWTaylan]

That lucky bastard, first his play lovers with Yvonne and now he is married to Missy. ZACKKKKK !

[@Dongleoid]

@@BlueWoWTaylan oof this comment didnt age well

[@DaniB_x]

I'm utterly in love with Jennifer morrison!!! ❤️❤️

[@courtneyfleeman142]

Why is Jen so perfect? She looks so perfect awh

[@dokyeomtheaquarius3783]

I JUST REALISED THAT MING-NA WEN WAS 50 IN THIS VIDEO WTF HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE SHE IS SO BEAUTIFUK

[@mblaqminoz]

jennifer morrison

[@user-vo7lt2le4c]

mblaqminoz SHE IS LIFE

[@thesarahssmile98]

This was one of those things I didn't realize I needed until now. Jen's "Be brave enough to be yourself and be good to each other" quote made me cry.

[@saradietschy]

*missy & zachary kiss at the end of panel* awhh cute // *yvonne & zachary high five at the end of the panel* HEART EXPLODES #chuckfeels

[@mariellamariella6903]

they do not go well together, Missy lacks composure, she imitates and removes light from Zach ..

[@camdenwhitman8988]

Sara Dietschy same i just rewatched it and i’m still depressed😭

[@thejanusproject32]

They divorced after one year. Hell of a waste. If there was a marriage supposed to happen, Yvonne and Zach man. Like shit, they were not with anyone (apparently) while doing Chuck. Now she is with someone and has a kid, and he is apparently still a bachelor.

[@Taylor.Wiseman]

Sara Dietschy LITERALLY 😂😍

[@andreicomahig31]

@@thejanusproject32 this saddens me :(

[@ryleybridges98]

ALSO just want to point out I'm glad someone said NZ for where they want to go on holiday. THANK YOU SOPHIE

[@felicitylange1606]

amen to that

[@GeekFurious]

She sad it was a shit answer but I'd actually love to go hiking there. Reminds me of my home land.

[@felicitylange1606]

hiking in NZ is awesome

[@everythingshiny]

Felicity Lange Sure is, but here we actually call it "tramping" haha

[@felicitylange1606]

I know I'm from Auckland :)

[@TasteTester]

Jennifer Morrison is more delightful in person with every appearance she makes!

[@TWHPFan23]

This was literally the best thing ever, I think it's my favourite Nerd Panel (along with drunk Padalecki in 2011) I absolutely adore Missy and Jennifer. FAVES!

[@boochie24]

Hahaha I like the drunk Padalecki one also! So good!

[@imkluu]

Is Missy alway slike that? She appears to be tweeking.

[@emmaweston2568]

TWHPFan I love Jen too. Shes a sweet heart bad ass... LOL

[@user-vo7lt2le4c]

TWHPFan jen is life but she was so quiet

[@saintelph4ba]

I only watched this panel for Ming-Na Wen, but i'm so glad I did. It was wonderful having these women talk about struggles they've had to overcome, whether that's as a female or specifically for Ming and Retta as women of colour, I sobbed when the asian women addressed Ming with her question about representation, and why it's so important. The panel for any future panels is so high.

[@omer8882]

I just love Sophie

[@greg2081]

Who in the hell thumbs down this video booo you.

[@jasminniemann5503]

Good for you. ;)

[@KhulX]

Yea this is the first one i've seen with a ton of dislikes. I thought it was excellent! Best so far.

[@VipulJain]

Boo us? Booo you. ODIN WILL SMITE YOU!!

[@AllisonWonderland]

***** OMG, a F.R.I.E.N.D.S reference... YES. :D

[@ayas747]

This was one of the greatest things to happen to this planet! I mostly came for Yvonne (and apparently, it WAS possible for me to love her even more than I already did), but now I can't wait to look into more of what these fabulous ladies have been a part of. Thank you, NerdHQ!

[@realchemistry]

This is the most amazing panel EVER! Wonderful, fabulous ladies, just perfect, I only wish it had gone on forever.

[@TheAlyssaSet1]

I love that Missy slaughtered the idea that being a "strong woman" doesn't always have to mean being tough or boyish (though it obviously can! Characters are individuals just like real people!).

[@natasyahaiain2781]

Yvonne is amazing

[@irian42]

Soooo wonderful! Thanks to everyone on the panel!

[@bellabana]

Yvonne hasn't got ANY makeup on & her hairs not done yet she's STILL just so naturally beautiful & has a stunning figure. I know in the past a lot of fans hoped Yvonne & Zach would get together but I think the fact he's very religious & she's not meant they just didn't suit each other. It seems Missy is right for him as she's very religious like him.

[@SuperLoveLexi]

Zack is one strong guy to be up onstage with these AWESOME badass women. lol

[@Avajuniorlord]

Lol I love how Yvonne is the only one sitting like a man in this panel

[@lias2697]

Thank you so much Zach for this panel, these women are amazing! Yvonne Strahovski, Retta, Missy Peregrym, Jennifer Morrison, Ming-Na Wen, and Sophie Turner = YOU ROCK! 

[@hummelchen4]

Jennifer Morrison looks like a goddess in red! Already noticed that on the show last season. It's really the best color for her.

[@Dajara]

best one yet!!! please make as many as you can, that was glorious!

[@RobertMcGovernTarasis]

Probably one of the best and deepest panels this year. Thank you!

[@princeei1]

HUGE Thank you for a wonderful panel. Yvonne Strahovski, Retta, Missy Peregrym, Jennifer Morrison, Ming-Na Wen, and Sophie Turner.

[@Ademeo326]

Jen is so beautiful and inspirational such a role model

[@lollyjnXX]

This is literally my favourite panel of anything ever. It was so interesting and these women are all wonderful. PLEASE do this panel again next time! :D

[@redflamelcd]

I could stare at Yvonne all day

[@cozyambiencegirl]

Just fast-forwarding to whenever Jennifer speaks.

[@SunnyVids]

Ming-Na Wen

[@sailorjupiter4]

here for retta and wen... wen is 50 and she looks incredible!

[@taraz6786]

I adore Yvonne!!

[@hannahrena]

this is probably the most important panel ever, and i believe it needs to be done every year.

[@villaxhedanw8999]

sansa stark :queen in the north

[@ds0786]

Love Sophie Turner so beautiful and talented!

[@MenacingThreat]

This panel was awesome. Can't wait for next year!

[@MsTeena38]

I basically love all the panels, but this one is beyond perfect.

[@wizleyftw]

I know Yvonne looked at Zach when the question about which roles she'd have liked that were male in her past came up but there's no friggin way anyone could play a nerd aswell as he does lol, it's literally him.

[@MakeupByLauren04]

omg missy annoyed me like stop interupting jennifer let her speak!!

[@sundawg911]

This panel was amazing. I think one of the best I watched today.

[@grkpektis]

I honestly didn't know Zach was married to Missy Peregrym that lucky bastard, but I do love when 2 awesome people I like and respect on their own get together.

[@mira1927]

I loved the whole panel , hope they'll make it again next year !!

[@peachshortee]

This was so fun and entertaining to watch.

[@beachiegirl2005]

Honestly, one of the coolest, if not the best panel yet! Strong, blunt, beautiful women that are full of such knowledge and integrity. So happy to be fans of such great women. LOVE Jen Morrison, Emma has been such a great role model and I love hearing how Jen is that much better in real life! Missy plays such a badass woman that I've loved for so long and I just love her on and off screen!!! Missy and Zach are so gosh damn adorable as well. Ahhhhhh I could go on forever! Awesome, awesome panel!

[@naomistarchild281]

I am totally inspired after seeing this. Thank you for such a wonderful panel. It is nice to know I am not alone in the fight to be me.

[@somethinglikelydia]

Favourite NerdHQ panel ever. Thank you so much for doing this.

[@elinaabousleiman553]

Most wonderful panel ever thankyou for the upload!

[@AbbieGetty]

Just incredible. Best panel ever!!! Thank you, Nerd Machine!

[@rejoicify]

This seemed like a great panel with so many great women. I hope this becomes an annual thing at the HQ!

[@Evelyne571]

favorite panel

[@AlwaysCaskett96]

Stana should have been hereee!!!!! She's totally BAD ASS!!

[@Bettanskanal]

Never wanted this to end!

[@tunptl18]

This panel was awesome to re-watch. Well played NerdHQ on getting such a varied line-up. O and Jennifer Morrison... that dress though.

[@etarime]

I think this is my favorite panel of this year's NerdHQ, what Jennifer said about boundaries is truly amazing! It's sad to see how recently sex and nudity was incorporated to promote shows. When I watch a show, the thing that hooks me up is the characters, their struggles and triumphs.

[@RJiwatram]

Fantastic panel. Never laughed so hard, and even teared up a little in between.

[@britkit9]

I love this panel! Women talking about real issues we all face. It's amazing and empowering!

[@subha5254]

Brilliant panel. I enjoyed every minute of it, and I hope to see something similar going forward.

[@Lucyintheskywithdiamonds140]

This is so relivant! And that’s why this panel get’s such good questions!

[@InweSeregon]

AGAIN! What a great panel. Love these badassessss

[@bigbadwolf8569]

Best panel ever thank you Nerd HQ

[@SweetMelodia]

Great Panel and Great Audience! Love it! It is refreshing to hear so many good questions instead of all the typical "shipping etc.", not that I don't enjoy at times. Also, love that the questions were for all not just 1 or 2 of the panel members.

[@WhiteSparkle1994]

This was amazing! All these women are so inspirational! And I'm happy Sophie Turner was invited to this panel, she's such a sweetheart and I can't wait to see more of Sansa and also Sophie's upcoming movie projects! :)

[@catiecutie26]

Wow I loved loved loved this panel.. It was absolutely amazing :) good on Zac and Nerd HQ for having this panel!

[@JeffSegroves7]

Best panel thus far. Incredible line up.

[@evehhr2]

Best panel hands down!!

[@mira1927]

Also I love Yvonne so much

[@kathrynclement8550]

My favorite panel thus far!

[@vilandra678]

Love these badass women! One of the best HQs ever!

[@Diadope]

Now i'm gonna spend my day off watching videos with Retta on KZbin. She is naturally hilarious.

[@RoseGonzales0495]

Zachary and Yvonne.. 😍😍😍 I wanna see them act together... or a tv show that the two of them on..

[@elaine2010]

Can this be 2 hours long please??? BEST PANEL OF WOMEN EVER!!!!!

[@btac3072]

I have always been a big fan of Zach since Chuck.. Awesome panel man!!

[@lydiasketo9982]

First of alll, I love Retta and Jennifer Morrison, so I believe they have to be in every panel...!! I Also like all the answers of jen and Retta, you should definitely come to Greece!!!

[@bhorton314]

Nerd HQ, thank you thank you thank you for this panel. I haven't seen all of these ladies in their respective films or TV shows, but they were absolutely brilliant here. Thank you for giving them this avenue to share their thoughts with us.

[@itsjustmeRill]

man yvonne is just perfect. she's everything. missy is just a little bit over the top for me idk if she just tones down a snitch, she'd be perfect too. everyone else is simply amazing. definitely one of the best panels if not THE best.

[@KreuzVega]

BEST. PANEL. EVER!!!!

[@skystranger.numiko]

Just watched this and can't help smiling and wondering how weird or awkward it might have been with Zach's wife and tv wife be on the same panel.

[@marthaortiz3127]

This was truly awesome and they are all very inspirational and badass!

[@crackingtheshell7959]

These panels are so amazing. Can't wait to watch more in 2018.. fingers crossed. also #chuckmovie please

[@corinnep9]

His voice, Flynn, literally perfect

[@MsWolverine99]

Best panel of the year. There were some really great ones, but this one beat them all. +1 for annual panel. Ming-Na Wen has a huge badass vibe for me for some reason, no matter what role she plays or whether she's just herself. I can't get enough of her. I never could get into "Parks and Recreation", but Retta is great. Maybe I should give it another try.

[@shielatamondong4475]

Holy shit, yvonne looks gorgeous! Even with just minimal make-up! She doesn't even have to try D;

[@evalynn1863]

Ok, I fell in love with Missy pretty much as soon as she opened her mouth.. I definitely see how Zach did lol She is so amazing

[@ella-rf1sf]

Yes she is ❤️❤️ !!! altho.. I didn’t like the fact that she kept interrupting some of the other women :(

[@jackgleeson8321]

Great panel everyone was wonderful I love watching these panels each year. So glad with the addition of the badass women panel I hope it continues next year.

[@chag.9943]

JMo inspires me. I always learn something from her.

[@MacAisling]

After seeing the line-up, my first thought was "Sarah Walker vs. Melinda May: who would win?" And now I'm thinking we need a one-off where the Agents of Shield try to take down Carmichael Inc.

[@persephone9702]

Richard Parker 😂 YES!!! I COMPLETELY AGREE!

[@wizleyftw]

Sarah Walker would win lol. Not even close. She's basically the best in her world, even the intersect can't stand up to her really. She's pure skill and talent.

[@crackingtheshell7959]

but can she beat the destroyer of worlds?

[@ryanbarker3978]

@@wizleyftw Facts... Sarah is busted as hell when it comes to the Chuck universe.

[@courtsgleelove]

this is the greatest thing to ever happen to me

[@Nexoriator]

Funny as hell. Surprisingly good panel, really. One of the better ones.

[@IamTheBuckethead]

Awesomeness. These women are great.