Mic’d Up with Macsrebo

What does it really take to build one of the fastest-growing Star Wars fan conventions? In Episode 17 of Mic'd Up with Macsrebo , we sit down with Bobby and Kentucky , two of the founders of Rebel Scum Con , to talk about the passion, planning, challenges, and community behind the convention fans can't stop talking about. From booking celebrity guests and creating unforgettable fan experie...

Welcome back to Mic'd Up with Macsrebo! In Episode 16, Macsrebo sits down with Spencer , founder of the Virtual Cantina Network (VCN) , to explore how a shared love of Star Wars grew into one of the largest Star Wars fan communities in the world. From his unforgettable first experience watching The Empire Strikes Back to creating Boonta Eve events and growing the VCN to more than 103,000 membe...

Our original Instagram account may be gone—but our story is far from over. In Episode 15 of Mic'd Up with Macsrebo , father and daughter share the emotional story behind the permanent removal of the original Macsrebo Instagram account after more than two years of memories, cosplay, conventions, celebrity interviews, and friendships. Rather than giving up, we're rebuilding. We introduce our...

Join Mackenzie and Mom for a special episode of Mic'd Up with Macsrebo featuring our very first cosplay guest, Abigail (McHeretic) ! From becoming Mackenzie's cosplay mom as Sue Storm to Mackenzie's Valeria Von Doom, Abigail shares her incredible cosplay journey, how she got started, and what inspired her to create some of the most impressive builds in the fandom community. We talk about: ✨ How A...

Fan Expo Philadelphia is always an adventure, and this year delivered unforgettable memories! Join Mackenzie and Mom as they recap three action-packed days at Fan Expo Philadelphia filled with cosplay debuts, celebrity encounters, panels, amazing food, and connecting with fellow fans from across the galaxy. Day 1 featured the debut of Mackenzie's Kay Vess cosplay from the hit video game Star W...

The galaxy far, far away is back on the big screen! This week on Mic'd Up with Macsrebo, Mackenzie and Mom break down their experience watching The Mandalorian & Grogu, the first new Star Wars theatrical release in years and the first brand-new Star Wars movie released in theaters during Mackenzie's lifetime. One of the biggest surprises? You don't need to have watched The Mandalor...

In Episode 11 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo, Mackenzie and Mom head to Regal Deer Park to experience The Mandalorian and Grogu in THREE different premium theater formats: 4DX 3D, IMAX 3D, and ScreenX! The mother-and-daughter duo break down how each format completely changes the experience of the same Star Wars movie. From moving seats and environmental effects to giant screens, immersive audio, and ex...

In Episode 10 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo, we recap one of our favorite events of the year — Cradle-Con at the legendary Cradle of Aviation Museum on Long Island! https://www.cradleofaviation.org/plan_your_visit/cradle-con.html This is our “home con,” and every year it feels like a giant celebration of fandom, creativity, cosplay, and family fun. We talk about what makes this convention so unique, f...

Episode 9 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo is HERE and this one is for every Star Wars fan who battled the chaos of securing Star Wars Celebration 2027 tickets in Los Angeles, California! Mackenzie and Mom break down the FULL Star Wars Celebration Challenge experience, including: ⭐ The stressful ticket queue process ⭐ Securing our Star Wars Celebration 2027 badges ⭐ Locking down exclusive merch ⭐ The...

The Force was strong this week on Episode 8 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo! For the first time ever, Mackenzie teamed up with Mommy to host the podcast as the ultimate girl power duo recapped an unforgettable Star Wars-filled weekend across the galaxy. The adventure began at Star Wars Day at Yankee Stadium, where the family secured some incredible limited-edition collectibles and treats including the v...

May the 4th is just the beginning… this year, Star Wars is taking over the entire month of May 🚀 In Episode 7 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo , we break down EVERYTHING happening across the galaxy—from exclusive events and epic giveaways to once-in-a-lifetime experiences you don’t want to miss. ⚡ Here’s what’s coming: ⚾ Star Wars Night with the New York Yankees (May 2) We’ll be there with the 501st L...

Episode 6 is a milestone for Mic’d Up with Macsrebo — our FIRST-EVER guest! 🔥 We’re joined by Justin W., Commander of the 501st Legion Empire City Garrison, one of the most iconic Star Wars costuming groups in the world. If you’ve ever seen screen-accurate Stormtroopers, Darth Vader, or Mandalorians at conventions, charity events, or community appearances… chances are you’ve encountered the 501st...

Welcome back to Mic’d Up With Macsrebo ! In Episode 5, we are diving into the dark side with the brand-new Disney+ series, Star Wars: Maul Shadow Lord . Mackenzie brings her unique Kid’s Point of View (KPOV) to the table, breaking down everything families need to know before hitting play. Are you worried about the deep Star Wars lore? Don't be! Mackenzie explains why this series is the perfect...

Are you headed to your first convention or looking to level up your con-game? In Episode 4 of The Con Quest , we’re breaking down everything you need to know to survive and thrive at a major comic con! We kick things off with a highlight from our journey: meeting Taylor Gray , the voice behind Ezra Bridger. We discuss our mission to meet the entire main cast of the series and what that experience...

In this episode of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo, we’re heading to a galaxy far, far away to introduce the world of Star Wars Rebels. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the Force, we break down why the Ghost Crew—and the "found family" they build—is the true heart of the Star Wars franchise. We dive into the connections between The Clone Wars and Rebels, share our favorite gear picks (shou...

In Episode 2 of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo, Michael and Mackenzie dive into "The Con Life." We’re taking a trip back to 2021 to our very first family convention: Rhode Island Comic Con. What happens when a "Super Duper Galaxy Fan" finally gets to meet her heroes? We share the emotional and exciting experience of meeting Ashley Eckstein (the voice of Ahsoka Tano) and Matt Lanter (An...

Episode 1: The Breakthrough In the first episode of Mic’d Up with Macsrebo , Mackenzie shares the moment she truly fell in love with Star Wars . We go back to 2019 when Mackenzie visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios , met Darth Vader and Chewbacca , and experienced Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge for the very first time. What started as a family trip quickly turned into a journey into Star Wars conventions...