Get ready for an artful journey into the world of pixels and palettes on the latest episode of Your Nerdy Obsession! 🎨 Our guest, Orion Orbes, a passionate graphic designer, shares the magic behind graphic design and invites us to see it as a puzzle waiting to be solved. Host Michael and Orion explore the dynamic and colorful universe of design. Tune in and embrace the vibrant world of Orion's Graphic Design Obsession! 🌟 #YourNerdyObsession #GraphicDesignMagic #ArtisticJourney #DesignPuzzles #EmbraceComicSans 🎙️ Our guest, the remarkable Meg Williams (@shutupdoris), is a theater maker, a writer, and a true Bon Vivant from South Philadelphia. Her personal connection and fascination with cults will take you on an unforgettable ride. 🎭 Join us as we delve into the gripping narratives of adoption to manipulation, peel back the layers of tactics used by Jones, and unveil the astonishing lengths he went to in his quest to control his followers. Meg's unique insights and experiences will leave you utterly spellbound. 🌐 🎉 Prepare for an exhilarating journey into the world of Bollywood with our returning guest, Lavina! 🎬✨ Lavina's passion isn't new to us as we heard her love of Figure Skating before - and now she's back to share her Bollywood journey on Your Nerdy Obsession! 🌟 From beloved classics like Dil Chahta Hai to heartwarming tales like Ek Ladki Ko Dekha To Aisa Laga, we're diving deep into Lavina's favorites! 🎥💖 Join us as we explore the mesmerizing Bollywood world and its impact on Lavina's life and love for entertainment. 🌈🎭 We'll discuss the differences between Hollywood and Bollywood, and even uncover the beautiful intricacies within Bollywood itself! 🌠 Don't miss out on this vibrant and insightful episode. Tune in now and get ready to groove to the Bollywood beat! 🎶 #YourNerdyObsession #BollywoodMagic #MovieFavorites #CinematicJourney #BollywoodVsHollywood #TuneInNow 🎬✨
Get ready for an artful journey into the world of pixels and palettes on the latest episode of Your Nerdy Obsession! 🎨 Our guest, Orion Orbes, a passionate graphic designer, shares the magic behind graphic design and invites us to see it as a puzzle waiting to be solved. Host Michael and Orion explore the dynamic and colorful universe of design. Tune in and embrace the vibrant world of Orion's Graphic Design Obsession! 🌟 #YourNerdyObsession #GraphicDesignMagic #ArtisticJourney #DesignPuzzles #EmbraceComicSans 🎙️ Our guest, the remarkable Meg Williams (@shutupdoris), is a theater maker, a writer, and a true Bon Vivant from South Philadelphia. Her personal connection and fascination with cults will take you on an unforgettable ride. 🎭 Join us as we delve into the gripping narratives of adoption to manipulation, peel back the layers of tactics used by Jones, and unveil the astonishing lengths he went to in his quest to control his followers. Meg's unique insights and experiences will leave you utterly spellbound. 🌐 But wait, there's more! Meg guides us through the tumultuous history of the People's Temple, shedding light on the events that led to the infamous mass murder/suicide involving Flavor-Aid. 🍹 What other secrets will she reveal as we unravel this gripping tale?
🎙️ Get ready to be captivated! On the upcoming season of "Your Nerdy Obsession," we're diving deep into the enigmatic history of Jim Jones and the People's Temple. But that's just the beginning – we're embarking on an enthralling journey into the world of cults that goes far beyond Jim Jones. 🕵️♀️ Our guest, the remarkable Meg Williams (@shutupdoris), is a theater maker, a writer, and a true Bon Vivant from South Philadelphia. Her personal connection and fascination with cults will take you on an unforgettable ride. 🎭 Join us as we delve into the gripping narratives of adoption to manipulation, peel back the layers of tactics used by Jones, and unveil the astonishing lengths he went to in his quest to control his followers. Meg's unique insights and experiences will leave you utterly spellbound. 🌐 But wait, there's more! Meg guides us through the tumultuous history of the People's Temple, shedding light on the events that led to the infamous mass murder/suicide involving Flavor-Aid. 🍹 What other secrets will she reveal as we unravel this gripping tale?
Eric sits down with Michael to talk about the British Monarchy and his love of all things Queen. Thy discuss why Queen Victoria was the original feminist and how these amazing women navigated a man run environment. When all that made them special was the genetic lottery.
Matthew French joins Michael on this episode to talk the super human, X-Men leader, all around bad a** lady Storm!! They discuss the fact Matthew wrote their thesis about the impact Storm has had on the LGBTQ community and how comics have influenced Matthew core being!
Join Michael and Matt talk fairytale classic, Ever After. The movie staring Drew Barrymore, Anjelica Huston, Dougray Scott and more notable actors is a retelling of the Grim Brother's Cinderella. Get ready learn why Matt loves this movie and some surprises he finds out about it along the way.
Do you like scary music, creepy environments, and MURDER??!?! Michael sits down with Vaughn-Shane to discuss his obsession of the video game Dead by Daylight. They discuss how a creepy murder game is actually a sweaty team bonding experience. Listen now and then play yourself.
Have you ever bought a pair of shoes and never worn them? Is there a pair of shoes you will never reveal the price of? Well this episode is for you! Michael dives into Terrance love of sneakers and the massive industry that it is. However Terrance's love starts at the outfit, take a listen and learn more!!
Indigo Bunting, Pine Warbler, Tufted titmouse are just a few names that will make you smile as Michael talks to Devon about her Bird Obsession. Dive into what is a songbird and how you can easily become a birder. They dig deep into the passionate products for a bird nerd and how birds communicate in dialects not only by species but regionally.
After a brief break Michael is back diving into a topic that he truly has no idea of, Aerial Fitness. Luckily obsessor, instructor, and all around good person Kellie is on ready to squash all heresy and fear. Get ready to learn the health benefits, the workout, the ease, and a celebrity that made this popular. (And no not just Pink!)
This episode dives into what the guest calls the "cringiest" of obsessions, Disney!! Michael chat's with Ali, a true Disney Adult, on the difference between obsession or enjoyment of Disney. How Imagineering is truly the soul of the Disney parks, and how Epcot encompasses it all. Listen for tips, history, secrets, and (of course) food recommendations.
Are you a teacher that just started school? Well Michael sit's down with Allison, an educator that is obsessed with Summer vacation. Not only is it a vacation, but it is a recharge of freedom and never ending possibilities. If you are missing summer listen is as Allison share's their summer vacation love!
Spoilers!! If you haven't ever watched "Sex and the City" be prepared to have all the story lines dissected! Michael talks to David Boese about his love of the 2 series and 1 of the 2 movies for "Sex and the City". Take a dive into how the character's represent us all and how every human can connect with the values of friendship the shows revolves around.
Two true aficionados Sarah and Sylvia join Michael to teach him about Board Games. What to do when you have a myriad of options to choose from, and proving board games are anything by boring. We psycho analyze why these two truly love the community of games that helped them discover this obsession. They explain the difference between the new kinds of games, as well as recommendations for you to add to your own game night!
Michael wasn't ready for the amazingness that is Georgie Caldwell, so you better get ready. Diving into the incredible world of Nature, and how bees truly make the world around us thrive. Don't worry dig in talking about AI Bees, Allergies being weird, the fragility of nature, shower thoughts, and a deep chat about Oysters. Please join Michael and everyone's favorite wedding guest as they obsess over Honey & Bees.
The hosts of the podcast This One Goes to 11, Michael O and Tyler E take Michael A down a path he has no clue about. The Band, they myth, the legend Radiohead. Join them as they talk about the visual aspect of this musical band, and the deep impact it has had on Michael O and Tyler E's lives.
Start spreading the News, Michael sits down with dear friend Chelsea Haaland to discuss her Broadway:Musical obsession! They dive into specifics of how a show is put up, and fan-person out over a shared love. Wish them a “Hals-und Beinbruch,” or “hatzlakha u-brakha,” (which can roughly be translated to Break a leg in Yiddish and German.)
The person responsible for Michael and Sephie's existence is on the podcast today. Kelli Achenbach takes Michael on a journey with her love of Korean Drama's. From Meteor Garden to Squid Game she teaches us on why family, social justice, and love is at the root of all of them.
Michael goes back to High School with this weeks guest Katie Papp, but it is not like any other high school. This school is filled with WereWolves, WereCoyotes, & Werejaguars (Oh My!!!). That is right this week's episode of Your Nerdy Obsession is on the amazing television series Teen Wolf from 2011 - 2017. Michael and Katie dive into what it truly means to be a pack, and what it means to be family. (A hint: it is the one word Katie uses to describe her obsession)
Listen as Michael talks to friend Dylan about the comic world and their authors. Discussing how comics grew up with Dylan and changed in tandem with him. Join as they pontificate on some notable authors as well: Grant Morrison (Batman, Doom Patrol, Supergods, The Invisibles), Alan Moore (Watchman, V for Vendetta, League of Extraordinary Gentleman), Neil Gaiman (Sandman, Eternals, Batman, 1602), & Jeff Lemire (Sweet Tooth, Gideon Falls, Black Hammer)