http://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/ The World Needs Nerds Nerd is a loaded word, but that’s why we love it. THE WORLD NEEDS NERDS (hosted by MacKenzie Green) is an exploration through fandom and pop culture, with a lot of laughs. Whether it’s the MCU, VPR, or Memory athletics—THE WORLD NEEDS NERDS is here to talk about it. Brought to you by your friends at L.A. Comic Con! The World Needs Nerds https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/wp-content/uploads/sites/64/2023/07/TheWorldNeedsNerds_CoverArt-scaled.jpg http://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/ Sonar Network en Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:19:00 +0000 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:09:15 +0000 info@thesonarnetwork.com () info@thesonarnetwork.com (Tech Support) 30 comedy tv & film leisure ade36126-b329-57f1-af0f-e7d3225a247e yes (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) MacKenzie Green A hilarious exploration of fandom and pop-culture. The Sonar Network no info@thesonarnetwork.com episodic 1 tv-g Los Angeles weekly 1 You might also love: “The Worst Podcast” https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/you-might-also-love-the-worst-podcast/ https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/you-might-also-love-the-worst-podcast info@thesonarnetwork.com() Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:19:00 +0000 Celebrities are always talking about their bests. Now hear them at their worst. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Celebrities are always talking about their bests. Now hear them at their worst.

Join award-winning filmmaker and noted curmudgeon Alan Zweig for refreshingly honest conversations with “notable people” about the worst things in life.

Alan has no interest in best-selling books or Hollywood triumphs, and doesn’t know (or care) much about his guests. He’s looking for real conversations that dig deep and get to the worst things: nagging fears, embarrassing secrets and haunting regrets. And he’ll no doubt share a few of his own along the way.

In the season premiere, Whose Line Is It Anyway star Colin Mochrie talks about why he should be able to run over pedestrians, putting up with strangers’ bad jokes, and the most humiliating job he ever had. Also, Alan considers the business practices of hitmen.

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]]> 21 MacKenzie Green 21 You might also love: “The Worst Podcast” info@thesonarnetwork.com full 2502 Celebrities are always talking about their bests. Now hear them at their worst. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ You might also love: StanLand https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=37 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/you-might-also-love-stanland info@thesonarnetwork.com() Wed, 30 Jul 2025 05:30:00 +0000 Fantasy brought to you by late-stage capitalism. Starring Bobby Moynihan & Rhea Seehorn, with Jon Hamm, John Waters and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Please enjoy episode 1 of StanLand, a hilarious new comedy fantasy story featuring Rhea Seehorn, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, John Waters, Steve Little, Timm Sharp, and more! Written by Mike Sacks with S.G. Wilson.

A cynical podcaster, Melanie Hughes (Rhea Seehorn), who investigates tales of “mysterious phenomena,” stumbles upon the most outrageous story of her career. An unemployed mediocrity from Maryland, Stan Little (Bobby Moynihan), has discovered a once-pristine, Narnia-like fantasy world and is accidentally ruining it by introducing commercial capitalism run amok. Will Melanie be able to escape this magical land overrun by fast-food chain restaurants, waterparks and vape stores?

If you like this, you can hear the full series right now. Subscribe to StanLand wherever you get your podcasts. Join the Apple Subscription for bonus interviews and extras!

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]]> 20 MacKenzie Green 20 You might also love: StanLand info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 2363 Fantasy brought to you by late-stage capitalism. Starring Bobby Moynihan & Rhea Seehorn, with Jon Hamm, John Waters and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ In A Galaxy Far Far Away… https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=35 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/in-a-galaxy-far-far-away info@thesonarnetwork.com() Tue, 23 Apr 2024 01:00:00 +0000 The Star Wars journey has begun for MacKenzie Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ The Star Wars journey has begun for MacKenzie and both her and Rob have big big thoughts on the future of big budget epic films.

Tune in at the end to hear from Elveen Comics, Fast Food House, Peter Kelamis, and Adam Schomer director of Selling Superman! 

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]]> 19 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 19 In A Galaxy Far Far Away… info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 1782 The Star Wars journey has begun for MacKenzie Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Remakes, Reboots, Revivals, Oh My! https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=34 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/remakes-reboots-revivals-oh-my info@thesonarnetwork.com() Tue, 02 Apr 2024 21:49:00 +0000 Remakes, Reboots, Revivals, Oh My! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Nicole and Rolando use their powers for good to help MacKenzie sift through all interesting bits that makeup Remakes, Reboots, and Revivals!

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]]> 18 MacKenzie Green Nicole Pometti Rolando Nieves 18 Remakes, Reboots, Revivals, Oh My! info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 3138 Remakes, Reboots, Revivals, Oh My! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Amazing Grace, Is Back Again https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=33 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/amazing-grace-is-back-again info@thesonarnetwork.com() Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:35:00 +0000 GRACE RETURNS! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Grace Caroline Curry is back on the podcast, and this time we can finally spill all the tea on Fall, Shazam, and being the most awkward backstage at Cons.

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]]> 17 MacKenzie Green Grace Caroline Currey 17 Amazing Grace, Is Back Again info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 4715 GRACE RETURNS! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Mighty Morphin OMG w/ Amy Jo Johnson (Live From LA Comic Con) https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=32 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/mighty-morphin-omg-w-amy-jo-johnson-live-from-la-comic-con info@thesonarnetwork.com() Tue, 05 Mar 2024 01:00:00 +0000 It's Morphin time! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Welcome Amy Jo Johnson, the original Pink Power Ranger, for a live chat with host MacKenzie. Dive into ’90s nostalgia and behind-the-scenes tales from Amy’s time as Kimberly Hart. Discover her journey, the impact of her role, and what she’s up to now. A must-listen for fans and newcomers alike, this episode bridges past and present, celebrating the legacy of a beloved TV icon. Tune in for a powerful exploration of nostalgia, legacy, and Amy Jo Johnson’s inspiring journey.

See all of Amy’s new projects at https://amyjojohnson.com/

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]]> 16 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green Amy Jo Johnson 16 Mighty Morphin OMG w/ Amy Jo Johnson (Live From LA Comic Con) info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 2129 It's Morphin time! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Future Movies, but not movies set in the future, well some are. https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=31 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/future-movies-but-not-movies-set-in-the-future-well-some-are info@thesonarnetwork.com() Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:44:00 +0000 Movies are coming, and they're better than ever... or are they? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Movies are coming, and they’re better than ever… or are they? Of course they are, and MacKenzie and Rob are ready to talk about what films they are looking to most!

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]]> 15 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 15 Future Movies, but not movies set in the future, well some are. info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 3318 Movies are coming, and they're better than ever... or are they? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Disney Adulting https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=30 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/disney-adulting info@thesonarnetwork.com() Tue, 06 Feb 2024 04:02:00 +0000 We are adults. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Disneyland is calling for producer Rob and MacKenzie has some advice he must heed. What makes the fandom of Disney so strong? Did Walt Disney want adults in his park? What makes a Disney adult tick? Is Dole Whip worth it? Find out on this very special episode.

This episode was edited by Rob Adler, produced by Rob Schulte, and hosted by MacKenzie Green.

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]]> 14 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 14 Disney Adulting info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 2401 We are adults. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ New Year, Same Nerd https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=29 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/new-year-same-nerd info@thesonarnetwork.com() Tue, 23 Jan 2024 02:25:00 +0000 2024 NERD GOALS! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ It’s not about resolutions, it’s about goals! It’s 2024, MacKenzie and Rob go full Atomic Habits, and set forth to conquer the nerdiest goals imaginable.

This episode was edited by Rob Adler, produced by Rob Schulte, and hosted by MacKenzie Green.

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]]> 13 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 13 New Year, Same Nerd info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 2012 2024 NERD GOALS! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Fan Club Hot Tub! https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/fan-club-hot-tub/ https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/fan-club-hot-tub info@thesonarnetwork.com() Tue, 09 Jan 2024 15:52:00 +0000 RED FLAGS EVERYWHERE!! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ MacKenzie and Rob welcome James Arthur M. (Red Flags Everywhere) to compete in a game of FMK with their favorite Super Heroes—And they discuss if secret identities are a red or green flag (we’re looking at you Clark Kent).

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]]> 12 Rob Schulte James Arthur M. MacKenzie Green 12 Fan Club Hot Tub! info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 3090 RED FLAGS EVERYWHERE!! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Happy Chrismahanukwanzakah https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=26 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/happy-chrismahanukwanzakah info@thesonarnetwork.com() Mon, 18 Dec 2023 01:01:00 +0000 Happy holidays Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Happy holidays, we got you something special! 2024 is coming, and in today’s episode MacKenzie and Rob give you the gift of what’s coming for the World Needs Nerds.

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]]> 11 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 11 Happy Chrismahanukwanzakah info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 903 Happy holidays Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Shhhhhzam with Grace Caroline Currey https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=25 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/shhhhhzam-with-grace-caroline-currey info@thesonarnetwork.com() Mon, 04 Dec 2023 01:25:00 +0000 We're back and better than ever! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ We’re back and better than ever! On today’s episode MacKenzie speaks with the FANTASTIC Grace Caroline Currey, but since it was in the middle of SAG strikes we talk about NOTHING (shhhhh don’t say Shazam), the conversation goes in some really fun directions. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for an update on what’s to come with NEW episodes from The World Needs Nerds!

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]]> 10 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green Grace Caroline Currey 10 Shhhhhzam with Grace Caroline Currey info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 2860 We're back and better than ever! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Remake or Bust https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=24 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/remake-or-bust info@thesonarnetwork.com() Sun, 03 Sep 2023 21:26:00 +0000 We're sinking our teeth into the remake apple! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Rob and MacKenzie discuss Remakes, Requels, and Reimaginings. But before that they sink their teeth into the apple of a conversation sparked by the band 2Ge+Her.

We’ll be taking a short break, but if you’d like that break to be even shorter please use social media to tell L.A. Comic Con and The Sonar Network you DEMAND more episodes. Until then, get out and play in the grass!

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]]> 9 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 9 Remake or Bust info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 3612 We're sinking our teeth into the remake apple! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Voice Magic with Kiff VandenHeuvel https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=23 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/voice-magic-with-kiff-vandenheuvel info@thesonarnetwork.com() Sun, 27 Aug 2023 22:26:00 +0000 Voice acting, improv, and storytelling! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ MacKenzie sits down with Kiff VandenHeuvel to talk voice acting, improv, and storytelling. Also, Rob and MacKenzie catchup and talk about what it means to enjoy someone’s stories.

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]]> 8 MacKenzie Green Kiff VandenHeuvel 8 Voice Magic with Kiff VandenHeuvel info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 3414 Voice acting, improv, and storytelling! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ The Pagemaster https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=22 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/the-pagemaster info@thesonarnetwork.com() Sun, 20 Aug 2023 23:55:00 +0000 Fiction, we all love it. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Fiction, we all love it, but on today’s episode MacKenzie goes to great lengths to explain why reading fiction can be the best gift you give to yourself.

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]]> 7 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 7 The Pagemaster info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 3475 Fiction, we all love it. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Unnecessary Fan Service https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=21 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/unnecessary-fan-service info@thesonarnetwork.com() Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:23:00 +0000 MacKenzie and Rob discuss the world of self-aware, self-referential, meta comedies! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ MacKenzie and Rob discuss U.A.P.s and B.A.P.s before discussing the world of self-aware, self-referential, meta comedies like Community and Nirvanna the Band the Show…here’s to 6 Seasons and A Movie!

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]]> 6 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 6 Unnecessary Fan Service info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 3022 MacKenzie and Rob discuss the world of self-aware, self-referential, meta comedies! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Black and Gay AF with Michael Simeon https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=20 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/black-and-gay-af-with-michael-simeon info@thesonarnetwork.com() Mon, 07 Aug 2023 01:34:00 +0000 What does it means to be Black and gay in the fandom space? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ This week MacKenzie chats with Michael Simeon about his road to being a creator, favorite horror movies, and what it means to be Black and gay in the fandom space.

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]]> 5 MacKenzie Green Michael Simeon 5 Black and Gay AF with Michael Simeon info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 5104 What does it means to be Black and gay in the fandom space? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ From Civilian to Superhero with Nelson Dellis https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=19 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/from-civilian-to-superhero-with-nelson-dellis info@thesonarnetwork.com() Mon, 31 Jul 2023 02:34:00 +0000 Anyone can have an IRL super brain! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ MacKenzie sits down with Guinness World Record holder and 5x USA Memory Champion Nelson Dells to talk memory training, nerddom, and how anyone can have an IRL super brain.

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Nelson Dellis is a 5x USA Memory Champion and one of the leading memory experts in the world, traveling around the world as a competitive Memory Athlete, Memory Consultant, Published Author and highly sought-after Keynote Speaker. As a Memory Champion, Mountaineer, and Alzheimer’s Disease Activist, he preaches a lifestyle that combines fitness, both mental and physical, with proper diet and social involvement.

NELSON INFO
nelsondellis.com
Nelson’s memory course
Nelson’s Youtube channel
Nelson’s books: Memory Superpowers and Remember It

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]]> 4 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green Nelson Dellis 4 From Civilian to Superhero with Nelson Dellis info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 3127 Anyone can have an IRL super brain! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Fan Fiction and Nerdy Nexus Events https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=18 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/fan-fiction-and-nerdy-nexus-events info@thesonarnetwork.com() Mon, 24 Jul 2023 02:32:00 +0000 MacKenzie and Producer Rob break the news to friends and family that they are…NERDS. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ MacKenzie and Producer Rob show they aren’t youths, dive into the world of fan fiction, and talk about how they broke the news to friends and family that they were…NERDS.

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]]> 3 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 3 Fan Fiction and Nerdy Nexus Events info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 2474 MacKenzie and Producer Rob break the news to friends and family that they are…NERDS. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Collectable Cards and Cons, Oh my! https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=17 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/collectable-cards-and-cons-oh-my info@thesonarnetwork.com() Mon, 17 Jul 2023 02:20:00 +0000 MacKenzie and Producer Rob break out of suspended animation! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ MacKenzie and Producer Rob break out of suspended animation to chat about collectable cards and their personal connections to conventions, why they love cons, first cons, and how they plan their convention trips.

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]]> 2 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 2 Collectable Cards and Cons, Oh my! info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 1974 MacKenzie and Producer Rob break out of suspended animation! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Fandom Big Three https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/?post_type=podcasts&p=15 https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/fandom-big-three info@thesonarnetwork.com() Mon, 10 Jul 2023 02:36:00 +0000 The World Needs Nerds has landed! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ The World Needs Nerds has landed! Join MacKenzie and Producer Rob for a discussion of their fandom Big Three, our first listener question, and all the fun of awkwardly meeting a new friend.

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]]> 1 Rob Schulte MacKenzie Green 1 Fandom Big Three info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 1940 The World Needs Nerds has landed! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ L.A. Comic Con Presents: The World Needs Nerds – Coming Soon https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/the-world-needs-nerds-coming-soon/ https://thesonarnetwork.com/theworldneedsnerds/episode/the-world-needs-nerds-coming-soon info@thesonarnetwork.com() Thu, 01 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000 Big things coming very soon!! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/ Big things coming very soon!!

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]]> MacKenzie Green L.A. Comic Con Presents: The World Needs Nerds – Coming Soon info@thesonarnetwork.com full no 287 Big things coming very soon!! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/