Mic’d Up with Macsrebo

Welcome to Mic’d Up with Macsrebo, a Star Wars and fandom podcast hosted by Mackenzie A.K.A. Macsrebo.Through a Kid’s Point of View (KPOV), Mackenzie shares adventures from Star Wars conventions, cosplay experiences, Disney’s Galaxy’s Edge, toy collecting, and the characters that inspire the next generation of fans.From convention floors to galaxy-spanning stories, each episode explores the fun, creativity, and community that make fandom so special.

Mic’d Up with Macsrebo is a leisure podcast hosted by Mackenzie | Macsrebo, with 28 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Mackenzie | Macsrebo hosts Mic’d Up with Macsrebo, a leisure show with 28 episodes published.

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  Episode #27

  James Arnold Taylor: Obi-Wan, Plo Koon & Stories From The Clone Wars | Ep. 27

  Sep 24, 202645 minS1

  Hello there! James Arnold Taylor — the voice of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Plo Koon in Star Wars: The Clone Wars — joins us for one of our biggest episodes of Mic'd Up with Macsrebo yet! James takes us behind the microphone to talk about voice doubling stars like Ewan McGregor, Michael J. Fox and Johnny Depp , building makeshift recording studios on the road, and the moment Obi-Wan finally became his Obi-Wan. Then we get into stories from The Clone Wars that we don't normally hear. James talks about the incredible bond between the Clone Wars cast, his friendships with Ashley Eckstein, Matt Lanter, Catherine Taber and others, cooking pasta at Skywalker Ranch , watching episodes alongside George Lucas and Dave Filoni , and what those years together were really like. Mac also turns the conversation to something close to our family: Plo Koon . James tells us how he developed Plo's voice with Dave Filoni and what it would mean to him to voice the Jedi Master in live action someday. Beyond Star Wars, James talks about his passions, pursuing your dreams, inspiring the next generation — and even gives us a little exclusive about an upcoming project! This is the podcast you're looking for. ️ Mic'd Up with Macsrebo — Episode 27 Keep following, keep dreaming, and keep the next generation strong with the Force. CHAPTERS (00:00) Intro – James Arnold Taylor (01:28) Becoming Hollywood’s Voice Double (05:59) Recording Studios in Hotel Rooms (11:49) When Obi-Wan Became HIS Obi-Wan (14:09) Clone Wars Stories Nobody Asks About (17:41) The Clone Wars Cast Changed His Life (23:04) Cooking Pasta at Skywalker Ranch (27:33) More Memories From Skywalker Ranch (31:45) Passion, Faith & Pursuing Your Dreams (37:33) Becoming Plo Koon (40:13) Could Plo Koon Return in Live Action? (42:23) What’s Next + a Surprise Exclusive James Arnold Taylor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Plo Koon, The Clone Wars, Star Wars, Clone Wars, Dave Filoni, George Lucas, Skywalker Ranch, Ashley Eckstein, Matt Lanter, Catherine Taber, Dee Bradley Baker, Ewan McGregor, voice acting, Star Wars podcast, Star Wars interview, Clone Wars podcast, Mic'd Up with Macsrebo, Macsrebo

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  Episode #26

  Star Wars Galactic Academy: Kids, Cosplay & the Next Generation of Star Wars Fans

  Sep 17, 202655 minS1

  What is the Star Wars Galactic Academy , and how can young Star Wars fans become part of the costuming and trooping community? This week on Mic’d Up with Macsrebo , Andy and Leah Tedesco from the Galactic Academy Denon School of New York join us for a father-daughter conversation about Star Wars, cosplay, costuming, the 501st Legion, Sabine Wren and bringing the next generation into the Star Wars fandom . Andy explains how his experience with the 501st Legion Empire City Garrison helped inspire the Denon School, which serves Galactic Academy cadets throughout New York City, Long Island and the Hudson Valley . Leah shares what it’s like being a young Star Wars fan and Galactic Academy cadet, trooping alongside her dad, dressing as Sabine Wren , meeting other kids and becoming part of the Star Wars costuming community. Macsrebo shares her experiences trooping as Hera Syndulla and Ahsoka Tano and why finding other kids who love Star Wars can make such a huge difference. We also explore the difference between cosplay and costuming , how kids can join the Galactic Academy, the connection to groups like the 501st Legion and Rebel Legion , Star Wars trading cards, Comic Cons, family fandom and why giving young fans their own place in the galaxy matters. It’s a conversation about more than costumes. It’s about Star Wars families, friendship, creativity, confidence, community and passing a love of Star Wars to the next generation. (00:00) Opening(00:23) Welcome to Mic’d Up with Macsrebo(01:44) Meet Andy & Leah – Galactic Academy Denon School(02:17) Why Andy Started the Denon School(06:02) What Is the Star Wars Galactic Academy?(09:40) What Kids Get from the Galactic Academy(12:08) Finding Friends Through Star Wars(14:07) Growing Up with Cosplay & Comic Cons(16:33) How Kids Can Join the Galactic Academy(18:49) TrooperCon & the Star Wars Costuming Community(19:41) Father-Daughter Star Wars Trooping(22:49) Leah on Being a Galactic Academy Cadet(24:42) Galactic Academy Trading Cards(26:04) Costuming vs. Cosplay – What’s the Difference?(29:19) Why Leah Chose Sabine Wren(31:02) Lightsaber vs. Jetpack(32:46) Team Sabine: Why Not Both?(33:08) Leah’s Favorite Part of Trooping as Sabine(35:43) Putting on the Helmet & Becoming the Character(36:04) Building the Next Generation of Star Wars Fans(38:18) The Legacy of the Denon School(40:00) Parents Don’t Need to Be in the 501st(42:20) Giving Young Star Wars Fans the Spotlight(44:20) Nervous About Joining? Andy’s Advice for Kids(46:13) Finding Your People Through Star Wars(48:58) What Star Wars Character Should Leah Cosplay Next?(49:53) Being Yourself Through Star Wars & Costuming(51:11) Why Father-Daughter Trooping Matters(53:33) Mac Finds Another Star Wars Fan at School(55:25) How to Find & Join the Galactic Academy

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  Episode #25

  Part 2 | Passing Star Wars to the Next Generation | StarWarsGazer & KidGazer | Mic’d Up Ep. 25

  Sep 10, 20261h 8mS1

  How do we pass Star Wars to the next generation? In Episode 25 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo, we continue a conversation that began on the Podgazer Podcast — but this time, StarWarsGazer brings his daughter, KidGazer, along for Part 2! Together, two Star Wars families and two generations of fans talk about what gets kids excited about a galaxy far, far away. Is it the movies? The Clone Wars and Rebels? Grogu? LEGO? Galaxy’s Edge? Conventions? Or simply finding the part of Star Wars that speaks to YOU? We also talk about why parents shouldn’t force their own Star Wars journey onto their kids, how toys and LEGO let kids create their own stories, the importance of conventions and experiences, and what the next generation could mean for the future of the fandom. And, of course, things get a little crazy when we ask which Star Wars character would make the WORST babysitter and which character we’d bring into the real world for a day. ️ This is Part 2 of our conversation with StarWarsGazer. Part 1 originally aired on the Podgazer Podcast on August 28. If you want Star Wars to thrive for another 50 years, this conversation is for you. Subscribe to Mic’d Up with Macsrebo for more Star Wars conversations, interviews, cosplay, conventions and adventures from our family’s point of view. #StarWars #MicdUpWithMacsrebo #StarWarsFamily #StarWarsPodcast #NextGeneration

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  Episode #24

  Creating Star Wars Hair with Maria Sandoval | Fennec, Anakin, Bo-Katan & More | Episode 24

  Sep 3, 202618 minS1

  How do you create hairstyles for a galaxy far, far away? In Episode 24 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo , we transport back to Rebel Scum Con for a special conversation with hairstylist Maria Sandoval . While styling Macsrebo’s hair at the convention, Maria takes us behind the scenes of creating some unforgettable Star Wars looks. She talks about designing Fennec Shand’s hairstyle , working with Hayden Christensen to recreate Anakin Skywalker’s Clone Wars-era look for Ahsoka , transforming characters with wigs and hairpieces, and why Bo-Katan never seems to have helmet hair . Maria also offers some great advice for cosplayers about screen accuracy, creativity and remembering why we cosplay in the first place: because we love these characters and want to have fun bringing them to life. And don’t miss the story of “Speedy,” a little speeder that unexpectedly became a celebrity behind the scenes! Episode Chapters (00:10) Welcome to Mic’d Up with Macsrebo(01:21) Who Inspired Maria to Become an Artist?(02:36) Designing Hair for Action Scenes(03:44) How Hairstyles Tell a Character’s Story(05:12) Creating Anakin Skywalker’s Ahsoka Look(06:25) Maria’s Dream of Working on Star Wars(07:26) Maria’s Favorite Star Wars Hairstyles(08:22) Maria’s Advice for Cosplayers(09:58) How Star Wars Hair Extensions Work(11:15) The Secret Behind Bo-Katan’s Perfect Helmet Hair(13:16) Keeping Hair Camera-Ready During Action Scenes(14:20) Cosplay Hair, Braids & Convention Adventures(15:18) Meet “Speedy,” the Star Wars Set Speeder(17:05) Preparing the Hair for a New Cosplay

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  Episode #23

  It’s Not Easy Being Green! Hera Syndulla Cosplay Tips with SirensCallCo | Ep. 23

  Aug 27, 202658 minS1

  What does it really take to transform into Hera Syndulla? On Episode 23 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo , we’re joined by SirensCallCo , a longtime cosplayer and member of the Rebel Legion who brings one of our favorite Star Wars characters, Hera Syndulla, to life! Since Hera is one of Macsrebo’s favorite characters to cosplay, this episode becomes a hands-on lesson in leveling up her own Hera look. Siren shares tips learned from more than 10 years of cosplay, including how she got started with the Rebel Legion, why she chose Hera, and what she has learned after years of turning herself green! We dive into: Preparing your skin for face paint ️ Choosing the right brushes for smoother coverage Getting the water-to-paint ratio right ✨ Setting face paint and helping it last through a convention Creating Hera’s eyebrows, eyes, contour and facial details ⏱️ Why great cosplay makeup takes time and practice Building vs. commissioning a costume The difference between cosplay and Rebel Legion costume standards ❤️ Why you should never compare your cosplay journey to someone else’s Siren’s three biggest tips for first-time Hera cosplayers One of our favorite messages from this conversation: everyone starts somewhere. Your first cosplay doesn’t need to look like someone else’s tenth year of cosplaying. Practice, learn from the community, stay within your budget and, most importantly, have fun! Whether you want to cosplay Hera Syndulla, join the Rebel Legion, experiment with face paint, or simply love Star Wars Rebels, there are plenty of tips in this episode to help you on your own cosplay journey. ️ Mic’d Up with Macsrebo brings you Star Wars, cosplay, conventions, interviews and fandom from a unique family perspective. ⭐ Subscribe and follow for more exclusive interviews and fandom fun! (00:00) Welcome to Episode 23(01:15) Meet SirensCallCo(02:07) Getting Started with the Rebel Legion(04:18) How Siren Became a Star Wars Fan(05:28) Why Hera Syndulla?(08:14) Preparing Your Skin for Green Face Paint(13:23) Makeup & Skincare Tips(15:49) Everyone Starts Somewhere in Cosplay(18:09) Brush vs. Sponge for Face Paint(21:17) The Secret to a Smooth First Coat(23:20) Getting the Water-to-Paint Ratio Right(26:45) How to Set Green Face Paint(30:53) Creating Hera’s Eyebrows & Facial Details(34:14) Finding Your Own Hera Makeup Style(36:37) Painting the Difficult Areas(39:22) The Hera Makeup Tip Siren Wishes She Knew(40:18) How Long Does Hera Makeup Take?(42:14) Cosplay Makeup Is Art(47:25) Contouring Over Face Paint(48:26) Making vs. Commissioning a Hera Costume(49:45) Cosplay vs. Rebel Legion Standards(53:08) Cosplay Is for Everyone(54:06) 3 Tips for First-Time Hera Cosplayers(56:25) Even Experienced Cosplayers Keep Learning(57:50) Final Sign-Off #StarWars #HeraSyndulla #StarWarsCosplay #Cosplay #StarWarsRebels

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