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My Favourite Monster

George Penney & Tony Johnson

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Welcome to My Favourite Monster, a podcast where two professional house sitters, ttrpg fans and comedy fantasy fiction authors, George Penney & Tony Johnson consider every monster in the universe for their pet potential, one by one. Be it xenomorphs, Trogdor, Jaws or a mind flayer we will consider them all!
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No Backup

Andrew T. Trostle

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Set in the not-too-distant future, a corporation is elected mayor of Jupiter City, and Hope joins a movement protesting the city government’s violation of human rights. While the city descends into dystopia, Hope finds herself on the frontlines of an insurgency, and she has to rewrite the script of her own spiritual self-discovery after she faces a crisis of identity. Produced by The Absurd Story Podcast. Written and created by Andrew T. Trostle. Episode one is narrated by Joy Vandervort-Cob ...
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It's a room with a Moooooose! (from Invader Zim) What do you need to know to survive/enjoy/prosper from this MOOSEY FATE? What is gravitational whale astronomy? Is the borg just space-box? Is an infinite moose a wave or a particle? (we forget entirely to talk about possible world's theory) As a wise one once said: "Data-fish teaches you".…
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Special OverLondon takeover! As the 19th of May is the anniversary of Anne Boleyn rather unfairly getting the chop, we figured it was high time we honored both her and our OverLondon universe equivalent The Vengeful Queen! (may she rest in vengeance) Can one fire an arrow box from a bow? Ships that fall over when they fire!! Is dressing as a giant …
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Ahahaha, we're doing this again!!! In this episode we delve into the depths of our shared history, to that which grew ridges on our smooth child-brains (for better or worse): Powdered Toast Maaaaaan (from the absurd and disturbing "Ren and Stimpy"). If you have no idea what that is, then you're in for a treat (but it's not my fault if it tastes lik…
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We investigate how a combined Meg-Jason Statham fusion would work as a pet and almost manage to make a coherent episode: Can you milk a cow shark? How exactly, do you grind cheese? Can you use Jason Stratham as a grinder? And yes, we pronounce Jason Statham's name with an R because I once heard someone say it like that on the radio once and it got …
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We're back! Season 2 baybee! We kick off with the highly contested, Oscar the Grouch... yes, we'll do a proper monster next time I promise. Anyway - we ask the real questions: Is his can nuclear powered? Is he a rent-controlled defense against gentrification? Is his girlfriend comfortable with his pachyderm polyamory? Can we evict him and clean up …
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Hey, everyone! The Dream Dealer's Daughter fiction podcast is now officially paused for a few months while I focus on publishing the print book. This means there won't be weekly chapter releases on Tuesdays for a while. Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast so that you get updates when I come back from break! Thank you so much for listening a…
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When life is no longer satisfying, what are the means available to fit the pieces of one’s identity back together again? In the first episode of NO BACKUP, Hope, a young professional, is arrested during a demonstration against the city government’s abuse of power. After proving to herself her instincts for survival are pretty good, she is forced to…
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Next episode October 7th. Chapter 23 will now launch on the 7th of October. Following Chapter 23, I'll be taking a break. Hey everyone! The Dream Dealer's Daughter is going to be on a break for a few months so I can focus on the print edition. I'm nervous to pause but also excited to focus on writing and publishing the print book. Thank you for und…
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In chapter 22, Nargus and Letti explore the winding passages of Eldwayen’s catacomb library, with only a lantern wielding boy to guide their way. New chapters released every Tuesday. Please leave The Dream Dealer's Daughter a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and sign up for the mailing list at EmilyMacomber.com. Thanks so much!!!! Season…
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New chapters are posted on Tuesdays!! Episode Description: In this week's bonus episode, I discuss the process of how I add music and sound effects to the podcast. FYI: I'll be taking a break from the Friday bonus episodes for a few weeks so I can focus on prepping the main chapters for release on Tuesdays. Make sure you are subscribed to the show!…
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Nargus revisits Eugene and faces an unavoidable question: who do Ahrio’s memories truly belong to? New chapters released every Tuesday. Please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and sign up for the mailing list at EmilyMacomber.com. Season 2 of The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores what defines individuality, the Codes of Existence,…
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New chapters are posted on Tuesdays!! Episode Description: In this week's bonus episode, we discuss the origin story of this science fiction podcast and Ötzi, the 5,300-year-old glacier mummy. FYI: I might be taking a break from the Friday bonus episodes for a few weeks so I can focus on prepping the main chapters for release on Tuesdays. To get up…
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At four in the morning, Nargus enters the One Two Two. Half an hour later, she leaves with an agreement and an appointment. New chapters released every Tuesday. Sign up for the mailing list HERE Make sure you are subscribed to the show on Pocket Casts or whatever podcasting platform is your favorite. Please share that you are listening online and l…
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In this week's bonus episode, I discuss how a series of parks and beaches in California inspired Eldwayen and his magic library. Visit my INSTAGRAM @authoremilymacomber to see pictures of Pismo Beach, Eldwayen Ocean Park, The Steaming Bean, and Año Nuevo!!!! New chapters are posted on Tuesdays & bonus behind the scenes episodes are posted on Friday…
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One barnacled anchor, a sea of sunken ships, thousands of reflections, and a glowing moon with a story to tell. Welcome back to Eldwayen’s Library. New chapters released every Tuesday. Please give the show a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and sign up for the mailing list at EmilyMacomber.com. Thanks so much!!!! Season 2 of The Dream De…
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As we are just finishing off the edit on a book, we thought we'd have a (hopefully informative) rant about editors and the editorial process. Because gnarr. Signs your editor may stink and how to find a shiny unicorn. What are the breeds of editor? How much do they cost? Various stories from the trenches... Also on another note... we gonna be trave…
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Yes, Doriane is real. Or... she was in the 1930s. In this week's bonus behind-the-scenes episode, I discuss why Ch. 18 is the shortest chapter and how The One Two Two, a brothel with 22 themed rooms, ended up in The Dream Dealer's Daughter. New chapters are posted on Tuesdays & bonus behind the scenes episodes are posted on Fridays! The Dream Deale…
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Nargus and Letti venture to The One Two Two in search of a certain reflection. New chapters on Tuesdays. Season 2 of The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores what defines individuality, the Codes of Existence, and the depths of the subconscious mind. Sign up for the mailing list here Subscribe to the show on Iheart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Cast…
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A behind the scenes episode: If Nargus can travel to any variance, to any place in time... why Paris? In this week's bonus episode, I talk a bit about how long it took me to write the first draft and why Paris is significant to The Dream Dealer's Daughter. New chapters are posted on Tuesdays & behind the scenes episodes are posted on Fridays! Tag m…
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In the season 2 premiere, Nargus follows Deaula’s red card to a renowned dream shop where she receives a bit of advice: “Don’t underestimate Deaula or Letti.” To get updates and exclusive information about the world of The Dream Dealer's Daughter, sign up for the mailing list here. Season 2 premieres Today!!! Season 2 of The Dream Dealer's Daughter…
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So I had a think about it, and it turns out the Crystal Gem species is rather overpowered. Like... Immortal xenomorph meets nano-tech hegemonic-swarm combined with planet sculpting and a side salad of resurrection plus faster than light travel. So I might have gotten a tiny bit ambitious with this episode... I work out what the true purpose of the …
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Season 2 premieres Tuesday August 16th. Sign up for the mailing list HERE Please subscribe and rate & review if you haven't already! Thanks! Season 2 of The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores what defines individuality, the intricacy of Time, and the nightmarish depths of the subconscious mind. The Dream Dealer’s Daughter is a scifi fantasy cinematic…
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Nargus searches for answers in her memories and lets her choice be known. Season 2 premieres Tuesday August 16th. Sign up for the mailing list HERE Please subscribe and rate & review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores dimensional time travel, the subconscious universe, and body recycling. A sci-fi and fantasy audio…
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In this bonus episode thing, I introduce myself, give a little information about the origin story of how The Dream Dealer's Daughter became a podcast, and give updates about the season 2 premiere! Season 2 premieres Tuesday August 16th. Please subscribe, rate, and review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores dimension…
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We investigate "The Affront", one of the most charismatic and truly awful alien species to ever exist. A tentacled gas-sac parody of British aristocracy from the book Excession by Iain M Banks, one of the greatest science fiction writers that ever lived. I wax poetic about the post scarcity society known as "The Culture" Overlords... Blaaargh! Geor…
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Nargus wants proof, but to get it, she’ll have to venture to a tattoo parlor that inks dreams into skin. New chapters released every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate, and review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores dimensional time travel, the subconscious universe, and body recycling. The Audiobook can be found HERE …
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In this episode we ramble about our current favorite anime... Jashin-chan Doroppukikku (Dropkick on my Devil) as well as think about pork cutlets and reminisce about eating roast duck ramen in Tokyo. Anyway who doesn't love a regenerating topless Lamia maid who is constantly trying to kill you (mostly via snakey dropkick)? Why are there not enough …
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Nargus must embrace her mental senses and ‘see’ another side to her current predicament. New chapters released every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate, and review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores dimensional time travel, the subconscious universe, and body recycling. The Audiobook can be found HERE Sign up for the …
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Nargus returns to the Aris Clan and requests Elder Aliso’s assistance in taking back an important token. New chapters released every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate, and review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores dimensional time travel, the subconscious universe, and body recycling. The Audiobook can be found HERE …
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We rant and rave about the androids and magical black goo in Alien Covenant (and Prometheus). Quite a bit, actually... Neutrino shockwave? ...no... just no. Join the egg sniffers guild today, we have cookies! Why android hair??? volcanic glass >> magic faux genetic god alien Chekhov's gun misfires again And more!…
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Nargus breaks a personal promise. “Are you proud of me now, father?” New chapters released every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate, and review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores dimensional time travel, the subconscious universe, and body recycling. The Audiobook can be found HERE Sign up for the mailing list HERE…
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We dive into the Discworld and consider Gaspode, the cynical ball of stench and disease or as he would put it "Mans best friend, et cetera, et cetera. Give the little doggie a biscuit. Homo-Sapiens! You can keep 'em." We talk about Greyfriars Bobby, the inspiration behind Gaspode. We remember the good/bad old days of London, that Pratchett parodies…
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Nargus goes Embodiment shopping with Lynol and receives a red envelope with ominous contents. Sign up for the mailing list HERE New chapters released every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate, and review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores dimensional time travel, the subconscious universe, and body recycling. Show Summ…
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In this episode we travel back 500 million years to look at the pure and unadulterated nightmare fuel of the Cambrian explosion. In particular the weirdest creature named after a literal hallucination: Hallucigenia. * How many pikachu's can you impale on it's back spines? * Which end is the front? * Why don't more tentacles have teeth? * Why is the…
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Nargus has mixed feelings about a decision she’s made, Largo is proud of her, and Clarke takes her to a morgue turned Preservatory. New chapters released every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate, and review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores dimensional time travel, the subconscious universe, and body recycling. The A…
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We delve into the potential of the beloved Mimics: Are tofu halflings an ethical food option? How do they fare against clothing, fall and chainmail blankets? Do mimics have pollen allergies? What is the saddest thing you can stick to a mimic? Are they really the most useful accessory?By George Penney & Tony Johnson
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Season 1 Chapter 9: The Scalped Mind Nargus revisits Elodie’s mind and is presented with two Scalpers, Last Asks, and a mysterious golden hand. New chapters released every Tuesday. The Audiobook can be found HERE Sign up for the mailing list HERE Please subscribe, rate, and review if you haven't already! Thanks! The Dream Dealer's Daughter explores…
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This is one of those episodes where Tony gets fascinated by the cthonic things that kicked around before Greek myth and George works out which goat head isn't plotting against you. Does your pet Chimera need house-training three times? Does the lion head end up bald on one side and charred on the other? What do Echindna's have to do with this? Lear…
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Season 1 Chapter 8: The Red Sky Nargus travels to the City of Minds to face her father but greets an ultimatum instead. Today, she must choose between her morals and survival. New chapters released every Tuesday. Early Access to Season 1 available through Sueprcast can be found here The Audiobook can be found HERE Sign up for the mailing list HERE …
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For George's birthday shark-o-rama we evaluate the genetically modified hyper-intelligent sharks from Deep Blue Sea. It's one of **those** episodes: Where do I buy fluffy leopard print chainmail? Are sharks anti-capitalistic or merely democratic-anarchists? Where does a dump stat rank against legs on Maslow's hierarchy of sharky danger? Should we f…
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News: The audiobook is now available! To find out where you can listen, visit this link: Audiobook – Emily Macomber Season 1 Chapter 7: The City of Minds Nargus is feeling the side effects of missing her Rest. Hoping for some advice and peace, she visits the Aris Clan and the one Mind she still trusts – Elder Aliso. Early Access to Season 1 availab…
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This episode we evaluate the absurdly overpowered Tarrasque as a pet: Which out of D&D and Pathfinder has the sexiest Tarrasque? How did it evolve from fish-pig... to cat-tortoise... to walking apocalypse? Is Godzilla gonna sue? Why does his theme song make no sense? And how exactly do you manage something that is literally "unkillable"?…
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News: The audiobook is now available! You can check it out from your local library using services like Libby or Hoopla, and it's also available with multiple audiobook retailers. To find out where you can listen, visit this: Audiobook – Emily Macomber Season 1 Chapter 6: The Golden Variance Desperate for answers, Nargus opens the door to The Golden…
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So we thought we would rate as a pet three concurrent cat-like things, nyan. All three of these would do just fine at either a catgirl, cosplay or furry convention. Which is what a human in DnD typically feels they have joined whenever they walk into a tavern. Futhermore, nyan. Which cat is best cat? (trick question... all cats are best cat) Do cat…
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News: The audiobook is now available! You can check it out from your local library using services like Libby or Hoopla, and it's also available with multiple audiobook retailers. To find out where you can listen, visit this: Audiobook – Emily Macomber Season 1 Chapter 5: The Light of The Past A train to Brooklyn leads Nargus to an unconventional pr…
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