Best Nerddom Podcasts (2025)

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Severance with Jon Cassie 1:08:02

3h ago1:08:02

1:08:02

You wake up. You’re at work. You don’t know how you got there. You don’t know who you are outside of this fluorescent-lit, carpeted labyrinth. And worst of all—you have to attend a melon party. This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy takes a cubicle tour of Apple TV+'s Severance. Joining her is Jon Cassie, a certified nerd extraordinaire, former podcast…

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Everything Everywhere All At Once with Lester Ryan Clark & Kynan Dias 1:09:07

6d ago1:09:07

1:09:07

Everything Everywhere All at Once. It’s the film that took home a million Oscars, melted a billion brains, and somehow made hot dog fingers emotionally resonant. This week, Mandy sits down with Exorcist Minute co-hosts Lester Ryan Clark and Kynan Dias, two men who decided that watching Everything Everywhere like normal people just wasn’t enough, so…

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The Chronosynclastic Infundibulum and the Battle of Mars 21:29

2h ago21:29

21:29

This brand new episode is about the phenomenon of Chronosynclastic Infindubulum, how they work and how they played a key part in starting the war between Earth and Mars. We dove into their discovery, the exact phenomena, how they work, and the life of Winston Niles Rumfoord, the man who reshaped the world after getting caught inside of one and how …

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Wheel of Time with Audrey Kearns 1:02:45

13d ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Wheel of Time—a sprawling, epic fantasy series filled with magic, palace intrigue, and, apparently, an unlimited budget for breathtaking visuals and absurdly attractive people. This week, Mandy welcomes back Audrey Kearns, aka the Geek Girl Authority herself, to painstakingly explain what the hell is going on in this Amazon Prime behemoth. We start…

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Survivor with Patrick Gomez 1:27:03

20d ago1:27:03

1:27:03

This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy marches barefoot into the unwashed, coconut-scented, betrayal-laden world of Survivor. And who better to guide her through this mosquito-infested fever dream than Patrick Gomez, Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Weekly and a man who has spent an alarming amount of time thinking about reality television strategy. Ye…

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Star Trek: Deep Space Nine with Manny Patel 57:28

1M ago57:28

57:28

In 1993, a television show did something radical. It eschewed the traditional frontier, the ever-expanding voyage, the endless pursuit of the unknown. Instead, it stood still. It stayed put. It built a world—not on a starship, but on a space station. A fixed point in the cosmos where characters, conflicts, and consequences could spiral outward in w…

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Outlander with Amy Crofoot 58:06

1M ago58:06

58:06

Is it possible that a historical drama with time-traveling elements could captivate a mainstream audience, birthing a fandom so fervent it borders on the delightfully obsessive? This week, Mandy wades into the world of Outlander to find out. As her guide, Mandy speaks with actress Amy Crofoot, an avowed Outlander enthusiast, to explore the show's u…

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The Exorcist with Lester Ryan Clark and Kynan Dias 1:06:42

1M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

Is "The Exorcist" just a scary movie, or is it a cultural artifact, a theological debate wrapped in celluloid? Mandy Kaplan confesses her way into the abyss with Lester Ryan Clark and Kynan Dias, the minds behind "The Exorcist Minute," a podcast dissecting the film minute by agonizing minute. Why does the film open in Iraq? Is it a pro-Catholic scr…

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Jungle Book with Justine Huxley 1:04:34

2M ago1:04:34

1:04:34

What makes a nerd? Is it the obsessive cataloging of obscure details? The unyielding commitment to lore? The passionate embrace of minutiae deemed trivial by the larger world? This week, Mandy the Mainstreamer welcomes back Justine Huxley, a voiceover artist of rarefied skill, a legend among the Apex Legends. Together, they hit play on The Jungle B…

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Blade Runner with Paul J. Salamoff 56:57

2M ago56:57

56:57

What does it mean to be human? And, perhaps more importantly, what does it mean to feel human? On today’s episode of Make Me a Nerd, host Mandy Kaplan embarks on a journey with writer, producer, and director Paul J. Salamoff—a man whose career spans makeup effects, comic books, and award-winning filmmaking. Their mission? To dissect one of the most…

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The Penguin with Matthew Fox 1:12:47

2M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

We’re slogging into the murky depths of Gotham, not with capes and cowls, but with gabardine and grit. This week on the show, Mandy navigates the shadowy alleys of nerddom, guided by the insightful Matthew Fox of Star Wars Generations and the Superhero Ethics Podcast on TruStory FM. Their subject? Not the bombastic exploits of a costumed crusader, …

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Squid Game Season 2 with Jimmy Aquino 52:44

2M ago52:44

52:44

What compels someone to willingly re-enter a labyrinth of death, deceit, and desperation? Is it revenge? Redemption? Or is it something darker—something unspeakable? In this week’s episode of Make Me A Nerd, Mandy welcomes back friend-of-the-show and pop culture aficionado Jimmy Aquino for a sprawling conversation about Season 2 of Netflix’s global…

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King of Kong with Megan Isser 54:16

3M ago54:16

54:16

What happens when obsession becomes a refuge, when a high score becomes a legacy, and when a rivalry turns into a morality play? This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy Kaplan goes deep into the pixelated world of Donkey Kong, a place where the stakes are high, the egos are massive, and the quarters just keep coming. Mandy is joined by Megan Isser, a fo…

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Buffy the Vampire Slayer with Kyle Olson & Pete Wright 1:06:51

3M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

This week, Mandy slays into Buffy the Vampire Slayer, a show she'd previously avoided. Joined by Pete Wright and Kyle Olson, she confronts her assumptions about vampires and the supernatural in stake and song. Before the nostalgia kicks in, Kyle addresses the complicated legacy of Joss Whedon, emphasizing the importance of separating the art from t…

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A Court of Thorns and Roses with Dana Ogle 55:48

3M ago55:48

55:48

Dive deep into the swirling vortex of nerddom with Mandy and Dana as they dissect the wildly popular A Court of Thorns and Roses. Mandy grapples with the thorny intricacies of faerie lore, romanticy, and the age-old question: just how does one maintain hygiene in a pre-modern, magically infused realm? Dana, the seasoned reader and fantasy aficionad…

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The Babadook-dook-dook with Tommy Metz III 57:00

4M ago57:00

57:00

What happens when fear isn’t just in the shadows, but in the walls of your own home? When the weight of loss becomes a creature you can see, hear, and—perhaps worst of all—cannot escape? This week, Mandy invites filmmaker, podcaster, and friend Tommy Metz III back to unpack one of the most unsettling films of the last decade: The Babadook. Mandy an…

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A Love Letter to Star Trek: Deconstructing The Orville with Matthew Fox 1:00:47

4M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Mandy Kaplan embarks on a cosmic quest to decode the enigmatic realms of sci-fi aboard the USS Orville, captained by the comedic stylings of Seth MacFarlane, with Matthew Fox, host of Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics. This isn't a show that's obsessed with warp speeds or phaser frequencies. Instead, Matthew sees science fiction as a mirro…

1
The Unexpected Heart of One Piece with Zach Logan 55:02

4M ago55:02

55:02

Mandy embarks on a quixotic quest to decode the enigmatic world of One Piece. Yes, that One Piece – the sprawling, seemingly endless saga of pirates, devil fruits, and a rubber-limbed protagonist named Monkey D. Luffy. Now, before you dismiss this as mere children’s fare, consider this: One Piece, like a meticulously crafted Trojan Horse, smuggles …

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Marvel Magic: The Case of Agatha Harkness with Matt Cole 58:31

4M ago58:31

58:31

This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy goes deep into the bewitching woods of "Agatha All Along," a spin-off of the already perplexing "WandaVision." To help her grapple with the show's unique narrative structure, its blend of sitcom tropes and supernatural intrigue, and its connection to the broader tapestry of the MCU she’s got her new best Marvel fr…

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Breaking Into the MCU Through the TVA: Loki with Justin Jaeger 51:16

5M ago51:16

51:16

In this delightfully nerdy episode, Mandy joins the ranks of the Marvel Cinematic Universe for the (sort of) first time with podcaster and comic book aficionado Justin Jaeger. Like a modern-day anthropologist venturing into uncharted territory, Mandy explores the mystifying world of Loki, Marvel's mercurial trickster god, through the lens of a comp…

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Wynona Earp with Melody McCune 59:38

5M ago59:38

59:38

This week, Mandy sits down with the Earp-erific Melody McCune from Geek Girl Authority, who's here to school Mandy (and all of us!) on the wild world of Wynonna Earp. Mandy bravely ventured into Season 3, Episode 7 before realizing she needed some serious backstory. So, like the true overachiever she is, she went back and watched the pilot (extra c…

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Mommie Dearest with Abdi Nazemian 1:04:39

5M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Join Mandy and her favorite roommate of all time, Abdi Nazemian, for a deep dive into the gloriously campy world of Mommie Dearest! Mandy gets schooled by Abdi, an award-winning author and certified Mommie Dearest expert, on why this so-bad-it's-good film has become a gay cultural touchstone. They unpack Joan Crawford's over-the-top portrayal by Fa…

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Blown Away with Justine Huxley 56:26

5M ago56:26

56:26

This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy's chatting with the multi-talented Justine Huxley – voiceover artist, musical theater star, and, as it turns out, a total nerd in her own right. Justine's nerdiness spans the spectrum. She reminisces about belting out show tunes as a kid in San Francisco's Ghirardelli Square (pre-smartphone, sadly, no viral fame) …

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Quantum Leap for Grown-Ups with Darren Grodsky 1:03:06

5M ago1:03:06

1:03:06

This week, Mandy sits down with Darren Grodsky, a writer, director, and the mastermind behind the smash-hit podcast "How to Destroy Everything." Mandy and Darren take a timey-wimey trip through "Quantum Leap," the iconic '80s and '90s sci-fi series that captured Darren's imagination as a young boy. Together, they explore the show's genius use of ti…

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Dragonlance Deconstructed with Simon Petrie 52:58

6M ago52:58

52:58

Hark, adventurers and nerds both fledgling and seasoned! Gather 'round the flickering hearth of Make Me a Nerd, where tales of fantastical realms and digital dungeons unfold. In this episode, our intrepid host, Mandy Kaplan, embarks on a quest into the heart of Dragonlance, guided by the wise and whimsical Simon Petrie. Together, they delve into th…

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Decoding 007: Matt DeGroot on Goldfinger's Hidden Agenda 58:45

6M ago58:45

58:45

Ever feel like you're trapped in a world of gilded villains and shadowy agendas, where the fate of nations hangs in the balance? Then step into the thrilling world of James Bond with Matt DeGroot, Vice President of Production at Crooked Media, as he guides Mandy Kaplan through the treacherous landscape of Goldfinger on Make Me A Nerd. Matt, a man w…

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Death Blossoms in Bloom: The Last Starfighter with Andy Nelson 52:55

6M ago52:55

52:55

This week on Make Me a Nerd, Mandy sits down with podcast producer and "slutty nerd" Andy Nelson. Together, they blast off for a journey back to 1984 to revisit the cult classic film, "The Last Starfighter." This sci-fi adventure, often hailed as the best of the "Star Wars ripoffs," tells the story of Alex Rogan, a trailer park teen who achieves th…

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Who Watches the Watchmandy? 48:17

6M ago48:17

48:17

This week on Make Me a Nerd, Mandy explores the world of the inkstained wretch in the complex world of graphic novels with comic book author Adam Rose. Having dipped her toes in the shallow end with lighter reads, Mandy bravely tackles the seminal work "The Watchmen," a graphic novel renowned for its intricate storytelling and mature themes. Adam, …

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Game Over, Man(dy)! It’s Aliens with Darnell Smith 1:02:28

7M ago1:02:28

1:02:28

This week, Mandy embarks on a mission to appreciate the appeal of Aliens, and a genre she admits to having little experience with. Her guide through this new territory is Darnell Smith, a longtime friend and self-proclaimed sci-fi expert. For their cinematic journey, Darnell selects James Cameron’s film, one he believes to be the pinnacle of the fr…

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Visiting Doctor Who, Rolling with Krissy Lenz, Finding Danny Bonaduce 51:32

7M ago51:32

51:32

This week on Make Me a Nerd, host Mandy Kaplan dives headfirst into the swirling vortex of Doctor Who with the help of returning guest and self-proclaimed "nerd-maker" Krissy Lenz. Mandy, still riding high from solving a real-life murder mystery, confesses her trepidation about tackling the sprawling universe of Doctor Who. But fear not, dear liste…

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Second Breakfast for Mandy: A Lord of the Rings Rundown with Richard Hellstern 51:44

7M ago51:44

51:44

This week on Make Me a Nerd, Mandy Kaplan dives headlong into the fascinating world of The Lord of the Rings with her guest, friend, and Tolkien superfan, Richard Hellstern. Despite her notably limited travel across Middle Earth, Mandy bravely boards the carriage with Gandalf and Frodo and manages to make a drinking game out of the trip. Surprising…

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Superman Smashes Entire Ideologies with Jimmy Aquino 55:49

7M ago55:49

55:49

On this episode of Make Me A Nerd, Mandy welcomes her longtime friend (and comic book expert!) Jimmy Aquino to the show. Jimmy dives deep into his lifelong love of all things nerd, from childhood cartoons to his impressive Batman tattoo. Then, Jimmy throws Mandy into the deep end with a truly unique Superman story: Superman Smashes the Klan by Gene…

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Following Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension with Pete Wright 58:20

8M ago58:20

58:20

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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Through the Farscape Wormhole with Audrey Kearns 59:23

8M ago59:23

59:23

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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Resistance is Futile: A Star Trek Intervention with Brian Bradley 1:02:17

8M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

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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Zehra Fazal Helps Find the Golden Ball in King's Quest IV: The Perils of Rosella 55:25

8M ago55:25

55:25

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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Make Me a Nerd Takes a Hearty Breath of the Wild with Jonny Lee, Jr. 42:33

8M ago42:33

42:33

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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Married North of the Wall: Game of Thrones with Jeremy Klavens 53:54

9M ago53:54

53:54

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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A Supernatural Crash Course with Krissy Lenz 52:09

9M ago52:09

52:09

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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Ocean's One: A Star Wars Heist Explained 48:56

9M ago48:56

48:56

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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The Enduring Legacy of Star Wars with Kyle Olson 1:00:15

9M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

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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Whip It Good: Mandy Takes on Castlevania with JP Karliak 45:53

10M ago45:53

45:53

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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Legion: A Superhero Show for Non-Believer with Tommy Metz III 56:23

10M ago56:23

56:23

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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A Trailer... about all the things I don't understand yet. 1:52

10M ago1:52

1:52

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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The One with I'm Batman 12:08

2y ago12:08

12:08

I give my thought on... -The Flash movie -Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom - Street Fighter vs TMNT Follow Me On the Twitter - @tecmozack

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The One With The Boba Fett 1:19:26

3+ y ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Dan and Zack are back. On this episode... We Nerd Out Over.... - Matrix Resurrections Review - Hawkeye Season Finale Review - Book Of Boba Fett Episode 1 breakdown - The Batman and Dc Multiverse Hype ***spoilers*** Follow me on Twitter @TecmoZack and Youtube - ThNerdDome

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The One With The Spider-Man 1:01:45

3+ y ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Dan and I nerd out over Spider-Man No Way Home.****spoilers****Follow me on the twitter @TecmoZack and YouTube - The NerdDome

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Village Review 1:11:51

4y ago1:11:51

1:11:51

We give our spoiler filled review of Resident Evil Village and geek out about Halo Infinite.

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Countdown To Village 53:03

4y ago53:03

53:03

Dan and Zack give their impressions of the Resident Evil Village Demo, rave about Star Wars Bad Batch, and clue the listeners in on the direction of the Pod and what to expect moving forward.

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