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Hey folks. Mandy Kaplan here. I’d like to share a bit about my intentions and mission for MMAN if you’ll indulge me. You will? Huzzah! Look, I am a lot of things. I’m a writer, actress, mother, and lover of musicals and cats, but NOT Cats, The Musical. Give me a little bit of credit, would ya? So...throughout my life, I’ve been surrounded (and intrigued) by all things nerd. A sister who plays D&D, a Star Wars-obsessed husband, friends who love anime, comic books, video games, and...well, you ...
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It's time for the real NerdDom 101! The newest and best podcast covering comics, movies, Comic-Cons, the paranormal, UFOs, Cryptids and so much more! So, join our host, "SuperBeard" Vince Hoover, your resident "Geek Aficionado", as well as some special guests each week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hosted by Holly Frey (Stuff You Missed in History Class) and Bryan Young (Full of Sith) Fauxthentic History is your most reliable source of fictional history inside the many, varied worlds of popular culture, mythology, and nerddom. From Star Wars and Star Trek to Disney films and Lord of the Rings, your hosts will take you through the finer details of your favorite stories in ways you never imagined.
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The weekly podcast for all things conventions, cosplay, and nerddom in general. Started by 5 friends who want to make the world a better and more nerdy place. Join us for all the action and adventures on this season of the Sakura Rangers Podcast
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Mandy sits down with her producer, confidant, consigliere, part-time chef, and friend Pete Wright to dive into the wacky world of the 1984 cult classic, "The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension." Discover the enduring charm and infectious sense of fun that has made this quirky sci-fi adventure a beloved favorite among its dedicat…
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Mandy embarks on a journey into the weird and wonderful world of Farscape with none other than the "geek girl authority" herself, Audrey Kearns. The two reminisce about their comedy days at Acme before diving headfirst into the uncharted territories of science fiction fandom. Audrey, a self-proclaimed shy daydreamer, reveals how her childhood overs…
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This week, Mandy welcomes an old friend and collaborator, the multi-talented Brian Bradley, to the show. The pair reminisce about their shared history at the sadly now-defunct Acme Comedy Theater. But what secrets lie hidden in the NDA-protected annals of their legal battles? Mandy and Brian remain tight-lipped. Brian, a lifelong devotee of all thi…
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This week in nerddom, Mandy Kaplan embarks on a pixelated journey to the 1980s with special guest Zehra Fazal, a renowned voice actor known for her roles in countless animated series and video games. Zehra, a self-proclaimed nerd with a penchant for retro gaming, guides Mandy through the world of Sierra Games' classic "King's Quest IV: The Perils o…
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In the latest installment of the podcast "Make Me a Nerd," host Mandy Kaplan ventures into the world of gaming with the help of guest and dear friend, Jonny Lee Jr. This week's mission? Tackling the fan-favorite Nintendo Switch game, Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Mandy, a self-proclaimed extrovert and musical theater aficionado, finds hersel…
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In this episode of "Make Me A Nerd," host Mandy Kaplan welcomes a special guest - her husband, Jeremy Klavens. The couple, married for nearly 18 years, takes listeners on a journey into the world of "Game of Thrones,” in which Jeremy delicately introduces Mandy to the complex wordplay of the title of the show vis a vis, well, characters who are try…
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This week, Mandy settles into the passenger seat of the old Impala with comedian and podcaster Krissy Lenz for a road trip down the highway of "Supernatural," the long-running TV series about two brothers hunting monsters across America and facing their daddy issues. Krissy, a self-proclaimed nerd and host of the Supernatural drinking game podcast,…
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Ever wonder what happens when you mix a sci-fi novice with a medium-level nerd and throw in some Star Wars? Well, buckle up, because that's exactly what this episode of "Make Me A Nerd" delivers. Mandy Kaplan, whose imagination may have gone the way of the Death Star years ago, sits down with podcaster Ocean Murff to chat about "Rogue One: A Star W…
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In this week's episode of "Make Me A Nerd," host Mandy Kaplan welcomes her friend and fellow podcaster Kyle Olson to discuss his deep love for all things Star Wars. Kyle, a self-proclaimed geek who considers his fandom a core part of his identity, shares his passion for George Lucas's groundbreaking 1977 space epic, Star Wars: A New Hope. As childr…
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This week, Mandy is joined by voice actor, writer and activist JP Karliak to discuss the animated Netflix series Castlevania. JP, a self-described "voiceover artist, queer activist, snappy dresser", has voiced characters like Morph in X-Men 97, Boss Baby, and Green Goblin on Spidey and His Amazing Friends. He also co-founded the organization Nerds …
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What does it mean to be a nerd today? That's the question explored in the premiere episode of Mandy Kaplan's new show, "Make Me A Nerd.” To help out, she’s joined by filmmaker and frequent collaborator Tommy Metz III who brings something he nerds all over: Marvel’s Legion on FX. First, it’s memory time. They reminisce about their own nerdy interest…
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Make Me a Nerd is a podcast for full-blown nerds and those who are nerd-curious. Its host, Mandy Kaplan, is a mainstream middle-aged mom who loves all things Football, Taylor Swift, and Housewives. Each week, she will be introduced to some form of nerdery way outside her comfort zone. By who, you ask? (we know it's whom, that was a "nerd test," and…
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THIS WEEK IS CHRISTMAS! COME LISTEN TO US TALK ABOUT CHRISTMAS. BECAUSE WE LOVE CHRISTMAS AND SO SHOULD YOU! MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR! Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%80%A6d1280266641?mt=2 Google Play: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/ep…
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On this weeks episode; Aimee finally talks about her new addiction. Genshin Impact. And it's up to the rest of us to keep her from giving all her money to the developers. Wont you join us for some edutainment and fun. Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%80%A6d128026…
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It's a LoFi kinda night at the recording studio. The gang just reading through the geek news of the last week...ish and giving their 2.5 cents. It's new. It's different. And its got a background track courtesy of our bumbling tech guy. LoFi Mix Links: Lofi Hiphop Mix 2020 | Lofi beats to study | No Copyright Lofi Hip Hop 2020 https://youtu.be/pLcw3…
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This week Robert took to the studio and gave the post con recap...mostly because somebody had their microphone sitting next to a fan! But its a wholesome take on a great weekend and we hope you loved it as much as we did. Enjoy. Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%8…
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For Halloween this year we did something frightening. Something devious. Something spooky...We played Disney Music Backwards. It sounds kinda dumb but trust me. It's a hoot. Happy Halloween Everyone! Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%80%A6d1280266641?mt=2 Google P…
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On this weeks episode, Aimee educated us on a personality study she got into...and then related it to cosplay. And guess what? We enjoyed it. And we hope you will to on this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast. Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%80%A6d12802…
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On this weeks episode, Aimee hijacked the show and made a gameshow. And ya know what. We had fun. Hopefully you will to. Welcome to the NewlyBRO Game bro Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%80%A6d1280266641?mt=2 Google Play: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurar…
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On this weeks episode we talked Microsoft buying Zenimax Media and all the game studios that go along with it. In a rare twist, we celebrate Microsoft Game Studio's recent moves...and then rip the entire hardware industry for recent mistakes going into launch season. It's a weird and wild one on this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast. Our…
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On this weeks episode, the always delightful MommaSammu showed up to help pitch the Lip Sync Contest for Digi Kumo. What's that? You didn't realize there was gonna be a digital Kumo? Well listen up because we're excited about this one...But after the first 15 minutes it just turns into D&D talk. Thankfully that's also great so listen all the way th…
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This week we discussed recent news and fallout of the original Avatar the Last Airbender creators leaving the upcoming Netflix adaptation. And that's not even the craziest thing we talked about. We actually complemented the live action movie. Live in fear and find out why on this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast. Our Links! Apple Podcast…
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On this weeks episode, Aimee Hijacked the Anime Corner and made something crazy. It started with a talk about the worst Over Powered anime characters and ended with things I can't even describe. Listen and experience all the crazy on this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast! Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakur…
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After a week of technical issues we are finally launching the much awaited Xbox Showcase podcast where you can watch or listen along with us as we see what Xbox is cooking up for the next generation. It's a fun listen and even better if you watch along. So click the link below and let us know what you think as we go all in on this weeks episode of …
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On this weeks episode; We had some things come up and Rob had to host alone. It's a short jump down that rabbit hole known as the Sakura Rangers Gmail. It's an episode made just for you. We hope you enjoy it. Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%80%A6d1280266641?mt=2…
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On this weeks episode we are joined by Eekie and Snow Cosplay as we talk about the fantastic digital convention they ran with the help of our own Cosplaimee. It's an amazing show that had an amazing event. Check out the video project they through together or the live stream of the event at the links below. Guest and Con Links Eekie & Snow: https://…
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On this weeks episode, we talk about the reality of cons in this Covid world. We take an optimistic look into how to make conventions work in the near future. Hopefully finding a balance to allow us to get back together and enjoy the world beyond these 4 walls. Please share this with any convention organizers you know that might be feeling like thr…
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On this weeks episode we address why we wont talk about The Last of Us Part II and the current state of game journalism through the lens of a certain Battle for Bikini Bottom. It's a weirdly serious episode we think you are going to enjoy. Join us for all that and more on this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast. Our Links! Apple Podcasts: …
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On this weeks episode we talked about CD Project Red and the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 release. We talk about the companies history, its likeness to other studios and eventually devolve into mods. It's educational. It's fun. And its got Aimee playing more Stardew Valley than ever! All that and more on this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast.…
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On this re-uploaded episode we watched the ps5 announcement in real time...And we had things to say. It's a weird show and we would love to know what you think about it. Check it out and let us know at the usual places. Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%80%A6d1280…
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Guess what everyone? Rob was moving studio's and the rest of the gang had to do their own thing. Tyler had a great idea to do a game show. And poor Cole had to edit it. It's short. It's fun. It's perfect for your daily commute. Come and listen to this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast. Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podb…
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On this weeks episode: We set our sight to the future with a first time guest, Anijess3. Or Jess as we call her. An credible cosplayer we've been following forever and it turns out, is a fan of us too. We talk their beginnings, middles, futures and something called comfort in cosplay. It's a delightful hour with a great cosplayer on this weeks epis…
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On this weeks episode, we start adjusting to the world after quarantine and trying to rediscover our passions. It's been hard going back to normal but we know you are fighting to get there and so are we. Listen to us reminisce of the good old days and try to inspire ourselves to move forward again. All that and rambling on this weeks episode of the…
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This week, Rob got offended(like always) about some articles he's been reading the last few weeks. Is the movie theater dead? Has Trollz World Tour broken the world of movies forever. Well as Rob always does, he talks about it and brings some weirdly terrifying realities beyond the theater. Scary times and theater tickets are still ahead! Have a li…
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On this weeks episode, Tyler and Aimee took over this week and talked about the only thing keeping them alive. Watch Parties! They are gonna spend the next 35 minutes teaching you everything they know on how to watch together. Even when thousands of miles apart. It's educational and pretty cute. So check out the episode and get casting! Our Links! …
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On this weeks episode we look beyond shelter in place to what we need when we come out of it. In a surprisingly sentimental episode, the guys talk about friends and loved ones. It's all about what we need on this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast! Our Links! Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.ap…
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On this weeks episode, we talked about our involvement in Discord Sakuracon 2020 and followed up with some of our favorite panels we have conducted at various conventions. We may have missed Sakuracon this year but we wont let the memories die! Join us for all this and more on this weeks episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast! Our Links! Apple Podca…
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Channel Links Cole's: Jason's All Sumo Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/JasonsinJapan Chris Sumo https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIk5AQ47TYq8PQRoeM47LqQ Hoovies Garage https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdEczn3MVkx_4PnMZ10MVFA Takahata101 https://www.youtube.com/user/takahata101 Jon's: Ragnarok Gaming https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChcyJp-8dSV…
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On this weeks episode: Pretty much the whole North America is under a shelter in place order and we want to help make it just a little bit more livable. In the second of our multi part series, we talked inexpensive games. And we got lucky and had a great guest. Andrea from Wonderbelly Games. Creator of the superb, Roundguard. Have a listen. Get som…
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On this weeks episode: Pretty much the whole North America is under a shelter in place order and we want to help make it just a little bit more liveable. On the first of our multi part series, we talked movies. Suggestions for what to watch. Suggestions to keep you going during these trouble times. Next week we will be joined by game developers as …
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After a few weeks of technical issues and a podcast hosting service later, we are back with a brand new interview with one of the coolest cosplayers ever! The Consul of Cosplay. Get to know them and experience the fun. Apple Podcasts: https://sakurarangers.podbean.com/sakurarangers/episode/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sakur%E2%80%A6d1280266641?mt=2 …
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3 Week old movie, Speeds by! Aimee the Hedgehog! Ran out to see it but nearly died! Aimee the Hedgehog! Did she like it? That's a good question. This song, has gotten too crazy! Why not, just listen and see?! Because the podcast is quite LIT! Yes its the only one like it. And scientifically accurate! Bonus points if you get the reference. Check the…
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On this weeks episode, we found ourselves short and delayed Aimee's Sonic the Hedgehog impressions. Instead we looked at the past for video game movies and ranked them all..except we didn't rank them...or give our favorites...We really just looked through all them and laughed at how two directors basically made most of them. It's a mess. It's weird…
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This week we went full Noir. A new anime was missing. And it's up to Tyler and his crack team of anime investigators to find it. Where did Interspecies Reviews go? Who made them disappear? One thing is certain. They wont stop until justice is had. All that and more on this weeks hard boiled episode of the Sakura Rangers Podcast. Apple Podcasts: htt…
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