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Your Nerdy Obsession podcast will excite, educate and examine hobbies or pursuits that preoccupy the guests time. The definition of nerdy is an intelligent but single-minded person obsessed with a nonsocial hobby or pursuit. The definition of obsession is

Michael Achenbach


    • Oct 11, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 45 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Your Nerdy Obsession

    Lavina's Bollywood Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 100:29


    Orion's Graphic Design Obsession Mixdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 59:21


    Get ready for an artful journey into the world of pixels and palettes on the latest episode of Your Nerdy Obsession!

    Meg's Jim Jones and the People's Temple Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 80:00


    Eric's British Monarchy Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 39:04


    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. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable or @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Talk Nerdy to Me - Storm

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 9:58


    Have you listened to Matthew's Storm Obsession yet?!?! Well here is how you can dive into your own Storm obsession, listen to Talk Nerdy to Me from Matthews chat and some other special surprises!! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Matthew's Storm Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 59:00


    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! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Talk Nerdy To Me - Ever After & Dead By Daylight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 15:11


    Have you listen to the past two episodes?!?!?! Well to catch up listen to Talk Nerdy To Me of Vaugh-Shane's Dead by Daylight Obsession and Matt Harris's Ever After Obsession! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable or @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Matt's Ever After Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 48:30


    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. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Talk Nerdy To Me Episode Extravaganza!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 22:05


    As we jump into the new year is a look back at some of the topics we have covered! SciFi Novels, MTV's The Challenge, MidSommer Murders, and Broadway Musicals digging deeper into my guests obsessions and what specifically do they love. Listen to the Talk Nerdy To Me section and then listen to the full episode in our catalog! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Vaughn-Shane's Dead by Daylight Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 85:41


    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. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Birds and Shoes Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 26:54


    Michael, Sephie, and Rachel are back after a hiatus to recharge and regroup. Diving into the past two episodes of Shoes and Birds, BIRDS ARE GROSS!! However beautiful they are you find out we are only fans of the cool ones lol. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Terrance's Sneaker Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 60:45


    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!! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Devon's Bird Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 69:27


    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. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Unlocked Aerial Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 21:16


    Back recording with Rachel and Sephie, Michael digs deeper into Aerial Fitness. Kellie taught all of us everything, and just made us antsy to try it ourselves. Join us as you learn what is really in Rachel's belly, what is on the docket for next week, and how to stand up to fear. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Kellie's Aerial Fitness Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 58:59


    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!) Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Disney Parks Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 37:47


    We are back! Michael, Sephie, and Rachel all unlock Disney Parks and also a little bit of Summer Vacations. All three discussing stories from their past adventures to the magical place on earth. They do uncover a fact about what company, owned by Disney, also owns all the land in Florida. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Ali's Disney Parks Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 92:28


    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. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Email us at yournerdyo@gmail.com Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Summer Vacations Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 18:27


    Sephie and Michael take on unlocking more on Summer Vacation! Giving more information on the year with out a summer and how important summer vacation is for humans and the earth. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Allison's Summer Vacation Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 74:22


    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! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Or email us at yournerdyo@gmail.com! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Sex and the City Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 47:42


    As the three of us listened to David's episode on Sex and the City we couldn't help but wonder, was there anything more to say about the TV show? Rachel, Sephie, and Michael are back to give more facts, love, and questions on Sex and the CIty! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    David's Sex and the City Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 82:31


    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. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! or email us at yournerdyo@gmail.com Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Board Games Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 46:33


    Sephie is back and joins Rachel and Michael to dive deeper into the land of Board Games. Guessing the top games sold currently, and talking about the changes that classic games have gone through. Listen in and get your nerdy on! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Sarah & Sylvia's Board Games Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 91:20


    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! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Honey & Bees Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 23:16


    Michael and Rachel are back with the energy that Georgie has about Honey & Bees. Talking about the knowledge that last week's episode dropped on us, and sharing our connections to Bees. Also, we read are FIRST REVIEW!!! Remember to rate and review us! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Georgie's Honey & Bees Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 85:43


    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. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam (TikTok), @rachyschulz, @sephelicious (TikTok) Graphic: @themagicianstable (TikTok) Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Radiohead Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 34:18


    We have Rachel back with Michael recording a follow up episode, this time diving into Tyler & Michael's Radiohead episode from last week and touching on Broadway Musical's with Chelsea from a way back. Listen in as they talk about some songs and shows not mentioned in those episodes: Pyramid Song, Be More Chill, Urinetown, Lotus Flower and More!! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Tyler & Michael's Radiohead Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 84:33


    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. Listen to their curated playlist here: https://spoti.fi/3lWZy6g Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Broadway Musicals Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 32:55


    On this Follow Up episode it is a family affair as Sephie & Michael dive deeper into Broadway Musicals. What musical's spoke to them? What fact did Michael actually get right? Listen in and don't for get to share, rate, and review. BONUS: Listen to a clip from Michael's guest appearance on This one goes to 11 podcast, follow them on @thisonegoesto11podcast Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Chelsea's Broadway Musicals Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 103:22


    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.) Spotify Playlist Link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1WgqrwJFm5zspOnxJv5zhB?si=4f510934a9a549e6 Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Korean Dramas Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 38:44


    Join Michael, Sephie, and Rachel as they dive not only into Korean Drama's but the true legend that is Kelli Achenbach. Listen as we wax poetically on how Momma Achenbach is a true role model on how to follow what gives you passion. Have something more to say? DM us on socials or email us at yournerdyo@gmail.com! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Kelli's Korean Dramas Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 70:17


    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. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephelicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Comic Author/Books & Teen Wolf Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2022 53:07


    Michael, Rachel, & Sephie are back to follow up with each other, but dive deeper into the knowledge that Dylan and Katie shared. Rachel and Sephie share even more on the Comic Books & Authors, as well as more little facts on Teen Wolf. If you have anything to add email us at yournerdyo@gmail.com or DM us on Socials! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Katie's Teen Wolf Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 74:25


    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) Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    My Dad, Larry Achenbach

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 6:21


    Different type of episode today, please listen, share and remember vulnerability is strength. Sephie and Michael loss their father on Wed. May 4th to a long battle with mental health, laying him to rest on Wed. May 10th. Listen to this Eulogy Michael wrote entitled "My Dad, Larry Achenbach". National Suicide Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

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    Dylan's Comic Author/Books Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 105:20


    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) Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

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    The Challenge Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 25:19


    Even with Carly White thorough knowledge of The Challenge Rachel, Sephie, and Michael dive deeper. Talking about the first reality TV show, Battle of the Sexes Movie, and more!! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyshulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Carly's The Challenge Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 47:14


    Talk about a trip into 90's/00's Reality TV classic's, Michael sit's down with Carly White to discuss MTV's The Challenge. They talk about crushes, contestants, creative obstacles, and more. Blast to the past with Michael and Carly as they take on The Challenge. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Midsommer Murders Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 29:00


    Dive deeper into the Midsomer Murder obsession with Sephie and Michael. Find out some info on Mushrooms, England, and a cheese roll. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyshulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Diana's Midsommer Murders Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 56:10


    Was it the mushrooms? Or did the Vicar do it? Diana Weishaar takes us on a whodunnit in Midsomer Murders. A British detective show where the residence of Midsomer are not safe. Diana takes us into her obsession of the tv show, watching 2 episodes minutes before. Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyschulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @themagicianstable Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Pokemon Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 33:51


    Couldn't get enough Pokemon! Join Michael, Rachel, and Sephie as they look deeper into Parker's Pokemon Passion. From the newest generation of Pokemon to how the church told me about how Pokemon was wrong, get a little nerdier! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam, @rachyshulz, @sephielicious Graphic: @vaughnshane Theme/Music: @dmilree

    Parker's Pokemon Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 96:42


    Michael and Parker try and "Catch them all" as they talk about Pokemon! Which Pokemon is the best? What game influenced them the most? What will the future of Pokemon be? Join them as they dive into Parker's Pokemon Obsesson

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    Figure Skating Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 55:15


    Dive a little deeper into Lavina & Catherine's Figure Skating obsession. Michael, Rachel, and Sephie give more context and answer some questions in the last episode.

    Lavina & Catherine's Figure Skating Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 81:30


    Join Michael as he listen to Lavina and Catherine debate on who is the true GOAT of figure skating. Have Quads ruined the sport? Is Ice Dancing better? Should pairs be romantically link? Join in and learn what gives these two an obsession for figure skating.

    Scifi/Fantasy Novels Unlocked

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 21:44


    In this first follow-up episode, we jump into the SciFi/Fantasy Novel episode with Vince. We connect the dots to authors, definitions, books, and more that was brought up in our first episode

    Vince's Scifi/Fantasy Novels Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 42:13


    Join Michael as he dives into Vince's obsession with sci-fi and fantasy novels. Have you ever wanted to be a cybernetic? Or longed to be a monster bounty hunter? Or a wizard? Follow their adventure into this mysterious, monstrous, fascinating world! Follow us @yournerdyo on Insta, TikTok, or Twitter! Producers: @achenbam (TikTok), @rachyschulz, @sephelicious (TikTok) Graphic: @themagicianstable (TikTok) Theme/Music: @dmilree

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