Best Metal Gear Audio Drama Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 239: Room Service 50:11

38m ago50:11

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After Ezri's victory, the crew regroups to plan for the future. Ezri leaves a message. Neva instructs Ilsene in the mysterious ways of Gary's inn. Magpie recruits more accomplices for the Consort job. Player Intrusion: Sampson: (the) Gnorp Apologue Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: N…

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Ep 104 - Metal Gear Solid - Cicero Beverage Salted Caramel Root Beer 57:58

15h ago57:58

57:58

“Whose footprints are these?” This week we talk about our favorite parts from one of the greatest video games of all time! The complex gameplay, the intriguing characters, the weapons, the plot, even the music…. Metal Gear may have been one of the most “secret black projects”, but Metal Gear Solid is one of the most well-known and fun games ever! (…

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Episode 238: The Hunt for the Missing Teen 56:10

31m ago56:10

56:10

The crew sets out to find Yasmine, and instead encounters an old friend. Ezri has beef with Ferdinand. Ilsene realizes the jig is up. Magpie does some looting. Player Intrusion: Alex: Coral Island Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Previously On by Monume…

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Ep 103 - Apt Pupil - Triple XXX Root Beer 47:43

2d ago47:43

47:43

The second Stephen King novella from the Different Seasons collection. We talked about the book and its subsequent film. Quite dark, extremely heavy, and definitely not “Shauna friendly”. We both agree, we're not really geeking out about this particular one. If WWII themes, murder, or David Schwimmer bother you, trigger warning! Today's root beer i…

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Episode 237: Only the Best Tapestries 55:30

3d ago55:30

55:30

An art show, criminal dealings, and a visit with old friends. Ilsene attends a gallery showing while planning her next emotional regulation activity. Magpie recruits for her upcoming heist. Ezri picks up her papers and goes off in search of answers. Player Intrusion: Daniel: Fallout on Amazon Prime Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie:…

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Ep 102 - Musicals - Gene Simmons Moneybag Root Beer Racinette 1:15:31

15d ago1:15:31

1:15:31

We each grew up watching a variety of musicals, from Annie to Ziegfeld. We've even gotten to perform in a few on stage. Also, we both got caught up in the storms that were Phantom of the Opera and Les Miz. In many ways, narratives through music make the stories and even the emotions portrayed much more poignant. Today's root beer is Gene Simmons Mo…

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Episode 236: Let's Do the Time Skip Again 44:18

10d ago44:18

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In the aftermath of their encounter with Smurfhotep, the crew lays the groundwork for some upcoming projects. Ilsene feeds the ghouls misinformation. Magpie does some scouting for a heist. Ezri receives unexpected intel. Note: There are a few audio issues in this one, which we've done our best to clean up. We are sorry. Player Intrusion: Stace: Eld…

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Ep 101 - Tom and Meg - Oak Creek Blonde Root Beer 59:28

12d ago59:28

59:28

With the relatable “every man” talent of Tom Hanks, perfectly blended with the quirky cuteness of Meg Ryan, the 90's gave us America's sweethearts. We talk about their four films together and how they just fit in ways that might only happen with “movie love”. Today's root beer is Oak Creek Blonde. Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5 Sen…

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Episode 235: You, Me, and Smurfhotep on the Stairs 53:09

17d ago53:09

53:09

The crew faces off with Smurfhotep on the ledge of the cliff face. Ezri enages in aerial combat. Magpie acquires a new weapon. Ilsene does some investigating. Player Intrusion: Sampson: Taskmaster Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Previously On by Monume…

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Ep 100 - La Vie Geek - Indian Wells Brewing Company Special Reserve Root Beer 54:17

19d ago54:17

54:17

For our centennial episode, we deep dive into what it meant to us to grow up in the 80’s and 90’s, and experienced firsthand how being a geek went from being a social pariah to a mainstream protagonist of American culture and entertainment. We’ve helped geek movies be the highest grossing films of the year. We’ve helped video gaming go from a casua…

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Episode 234: Fringe Benefits 56:32

24d ago56:32

56:32

The crew regroups for more surgery and shenanigans. Ilsene gets her second shock of the night. Ezri negotiates for information. Magpie digs in. Player Intrusion: Alex: There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Previously On by M…

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Ep 99 - Bat Out of Hell II Back Into Hell - Rocky Mountain Root Beer 1:28:55

1M ago1:28:55

1:28:55

….and then we continue going over the top with the acclaimed sequel album. If Bat I is Steinman’s idealized teenage fantasy, with Bat II, the teen has grown up and is now dealing with the crushing effect adulting has on those dreams. Peter Pan was right; we should have stayed forever young! Today’s root beer is Rocky Mountain. Intro and Outro music…

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Episode 233: Research as Regulation 1:02:37

1M ago1:02:37

1:02:37

Ilsene seeks out future thrills while Ezri and Magpie negotiate for everyone's lives. Magpie tries to track Ilsene. Ezri makes her case. Ilsene meets someone that knows a secret. Player Intrusion: Daniel: Hades II Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Previo…

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Episode 232: Ezri's No Good Bad Day 53:53

1M ago53:53

53:53

With the ghoul's arrival at Rosita's, Ezri's life grows more uncertain. Ilsene plays dumb. Magpie has a plan for a new criminal enterprise. Ezri seeks refuge. Player Intrusion: Stace: Someone You Can Build a Nest in by John Wiswell Bookshop | Barnes & Noble | Amazon Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Mu…

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Ep 98 - Bat Out of Hell - Dublin Texas Root Beer 1:23:59

2M ago1:23:59

1:23:59

We go waaay over the top in our geeking out over Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf's first bombastic album. We talk about all the twists and turns, speedups and road closures this speeding motorcycle had to take to become one of the best selling albums of all time. We discuss each of the songs, and how they have influenced us and countless others. Today's…

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Episode 231: Old wives' tales with a side of petty theft 48:47

2M ago48:47

48:47

Lying low after the barracks incident, the crew splits up while they await word from Emory. Ezri has a chat with Yasmine. Magpie applies a five-finger discount. Ilsene researches a stolen weapon cache and learns some tall tales to boot. Player Intrusion: Sampson: Your Backlog Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker…

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Ep 97 - The Tales of Beedle the Bard - Glass Bottle Barq's 39:06

2M ago39:06

39:06

Discussing the wizarding children's tales from a new translation from ancient runes by Hermione Granger, with notes and commentary by Albus Dumbledore and JK Rowling. Today's root beer is Barq's in a glass Bottle. Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5. Send us a Text Message.By Brant and Andrew

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Episode 230: Conflict in Blue 42:34

2M ago42:34

42:34

The crew faces off with Smurfhotep! Ezri tanks like a boss. Magpie provides support. Ilsene receives an ominous warning. Player Intrusion: Alex: The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Previously On by Monument Studios Escap…

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Ep 96 - Rita Hayworth and "The" Shawshank Redemption - Dang! Root Beer 1:10:39

2M ago1:10:39

1:10:39

We discussed Stephen King's brilliant novella and the moving film adaptation, including our thoughts on the universal feelings of imprisonment, freedom, and how hope is a good thing. Maybe the best of things. Today's root beer is Dang! Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5 Send us a Text Message.…

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Episode 229: Bombing the Barracks 1:01:32

2M ago1:01:32

1:01:32

The crew makes their final plans and preparations and then launch their assault on the barracks. Ezri goes loud. Ilsene and Magpie go quiet. Emory goes loudest of all. Player Intrusion: Daniel: Piranesi by Susanna Clark Bookshop | Barnes & Noble | Amazon Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme mu…

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Ep 95 - Collecting Collectibles - Johnnie Ryan Racinette Root Beer 50:48

2M ago50:48

50:48

Action figures, models, novels and non-fiction books, posters, home media of entire series, and of course, t-shirts, collecting things to showcase one's fandom is one of the highlights la vie Geek! Today's root beer is Johnnie Ryan Racinette. Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5 Send us a Text Message.…

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Episode 228: Light on Details 46:41

2M ago46:41

46:41

Ezri impresses with her detailed plans, while Magpie and Ilsene do a little scouting. Ezri receives some notes from her companions. Magpie loots the dead. Ilsene puts on her reporter hat and hunts for information about the recent murders. Player Intrusion: Stace: Enshrouded Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: …

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Ep 94 - Andor and Rogue One - Hoover Dam Root Beer 49:56

3M ago49:56

49:56

To commemorate this year's May the 4th, we talk about two of the best Star Wars projects to come out since the original trilogy…. Cassian said we had to. Today's root beer is Hoover Dam. Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5 Send us a Text Message.By Brant and Andrew

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Episode 227: Refreshments and Revolutionaries 43:45

2M ago43:45

43:45

The crew hits up a food cart with rare cuisine and Ezri meets with revolutionaries in the tunnels. Magpie tries the mystery meat. Ilsene gets woozy from shopping too hard. Ezri ups the ante in her beef with the empire. Player Intrusion: Sampson: Islets Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme musi…

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Ep 93 - Laugh It Up Fuzzball The Family Guy Trilogy - Americana Root Beer 55:03

3M ago55:03

55:03

Seth McFarland's parody retelling of the Star Wars original trilogy is hilarious, and garnered George Lucas's approval, and ours, despite not being “Shauna friendly”. Today's root beer is Americana. Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5 Send us a Text Message.By Brant and Andrew

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Episode 226: Editorial Meeting 48:48

3M ago48:48

48:48

Magpie and Ezri struggle with the things haunting them, while Ilsene engages in some important workplace collaboration. Magpie's dreams reveal more mysteries. Ezri's nightmares intrude on the waking world. Ilsene trades theories with her editor. Player Intrusion: Alex: Caleb Hammer's YouTube channel Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie…

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Ep 92 - Music Videos - Iron Horse Root Beer 1:12:20

3M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

OKGO, White Stripes, A-Ha's Take On Me…. and hundreds more. Music Videos are definitely an art form we appreciate. Some qualify as actual short films (Thriller, Bad) some barely qualify as worth watching (Total Eclipse of the Heart). Disclaimer: Michael Jackson's music videos deserve their own episode, so look forward to that! Today's root beer is …

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Episode 225: Luxury at Rosita's 50:31

3M ago50:31

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The crew attempts to avoid capture or worse, and Ezri checks into a hotel. Ilsene does a classic misdirect. Ezri gets clean. Magpie faces questions from her friends. Player Intrusion: Daniel: There Existed an Addiction to Blood by clipping. Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth Wor…

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Episode 224: Bethda's Itch 58:51

3M ago58:51

58:51

The crew reunites and looks for new digs. Ilsene hires a street urchin, and finally meets Neva. Ezri looks to an old associate for information, and receives more than she expected. Magpie spots some uninvited guests. Player Intrusion: Stace: Littlewood Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme musi…

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Ep 91 - The Never Ending Story - Filbert's Pumpkin Root Beer 1:10:45

4M ago1:10:45

1:10:45

For this week's episode, we both read the novel by Michael Ende (which Andrew did twice), and then rewatched (for the hundredth time in Brant's case) the movie. A heroic story of adventure, fantastical creatures, the terrifying Gmork, Falkor the Luck Dragon, and many a childhood crush in Atreyu and Moonchild, the film might be kitsch, but with chil…

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Episode 223: Past is Prologue 48:41

3M ago48:41

48:41

The crew's past gives glimpses of their future. Magpies plumbs the depths of her subconscious. Ilsene makes a getaway. Ezri has a close shave. Player Intrusion: Sampson: Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Previously On by Mon…

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Ep 90 - Random Topic 2024 - Commander Ron's Root Beer 55:07

4M ago55:07

55:07

Extra! Extra! For the first time ever! The It’s All Geek to Me Podcast with Brant and Andrew makes history by selecting a topic at random and recording it spoiler free! What could the daring topic be?!? Tune in and find out, same geek-time, same geek channel! (no apologies, substitutions, or refunds) Today's “root beer” is Commander Ron's. Intro an…

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Episode 222: Familiar Places 51:52

4M ago51:52

51:52

To escape the realities of Lathe, the crew revisits old conquests. Ilsene engages in risk-taking behavior. Ezri returns to the scene of the crime. Magpie takes a nap. Player Intrusion: Alex: Marry My Husband Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Previously O…

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Ep 89 - Alan Silvestri - Great Value Root Beer 54:16

4M ago54:16

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Listening to our favorite scores from composer Alan Silvestri this week reminded us both that he is a nostalgia wizard, and arguably better at evoking emotion through movie music than any other composer. From growing up on the themes in Back to the Future, his Academy Award nominated score from Forrest Gump, and the triumphant pow when The Avengers…

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Episode 221: An Almost Reunion 48:17

4M ago48:17

48:17

Our crew gets new glimpses of the consequences heading their way. Ezri makes underground connections. Magpie meets Ezri's newest recruit. Ilsene makes a rash decision. Player Intrusion: Daniel: The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett Bookshop | Barnes & Noble | Amazon Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stac…

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Ep 88 - "Bad Movie" Hudson Hawk and The 96th Oscars Recap - Saranac Root Beer 43:12

4M ago43:12

43:12

After several months of viewing “refined cinema”, we keep tradition by watching a “bad” movie post-Oscar night. Even though it won the Razzie For Worst Movie, Hudson Hawk is just too much fun! What's not to love about a cat-burglar being blackmailed to steal Da Vinci art by a mob family, a psychotic anarchist husband and wife, and a bunch of candy …

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Episode 220: Four Meetings and a Raid 46:07

4M ago46:07

46:07

Still split, the party must each deal with harrowing interrogations. Magpie tries to charm Singlet. Ezri struggles with words. Ilsene's evening keeps getting worse. Player Intrusion: Stace: Star Trek: Enterprise Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Previous…

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Ep 87 - Stand Up Comedy - Avery Root Beer 1:13:11

5M ago1:13:11

1:13:11

Beginning with our shared fond memories of Noah asking the Lord if he's on Candid Camera, and growing up with Red Skelton, George Carlin, Foxworthy, Engvall, and Gaffigan, stand-up comedy has always been one of the best parts of our lives. Today's root beer is Always Ask for Avery's. Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5 Send us a Text Me…

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Episode 219: Difficult Deliveries 44:47

5M ago44:47

44:47

Ilsene and Ezri struggle to evade notice as they move their respective "cargo". Magpie gets got. Ilsene faces Odelie. Ezri attempts to find shelter after an improvisational prison break. Player Intrusion: Sampson: Locomalito Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterl…

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Ep 86 - Grand Theft Auto - Zevia Ginger Root Beer 52:56

5M ago52:56

52:56

Andrew really went all out and watched several Youtube videos on the history of the Grand Theft Auto series of video games, whereas Brant just relished in the plethora of time spent ignoring the missions and simply causing as much mayhem as possible. However, we both agree that the multitude of cars, the nostalgic music, the ambient lighting and we…

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Episode 218: Weekend at Bertram's 49:10

5M ago49:10

49:10

Delivering Bertram proves complicated while Ezri takes matters into her own hands. Magpie knows the way. Ilsene hears a strange sound. Ezri goes undercover in a detention center. Player Intrusion: Alex: Hazbin Hotel Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterling. Prev…

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Ep 85 - Andy Weir - Faygo Root Beer 57:59

5M ago57:59

57:59

Author of The Martian, Project Hail Mary, and others, Andy Weir is known for his optimistic and engaging characters, captivating stories, and for blurring the line between science fact and science fiction. One of the writers with whom we have read and reread multiple times. Today's root beer is Faygo. Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5…

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Episode 217: Meeting on the Stairs 1:04:10

5M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Ilsene and Magpie seek to kidnap Bertram, and naturally choose that most secure of ambush points, the cliff-face stairs of Lathe. Ilsene snoops on an informant. Magpie forges notebook entries. Player Intrusion: Daniel: Mr. & Mrs Smith (TV series) Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Nin…

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Ep 84 - Oscar Nominated Live Action Shorts - Rat Bastard Root Beer 52:54

5M ago52:54

52:54

Every year, we're going to spotlight a different category from the Academy Awards and discuss it in detail. This year we picked the live-action shorts. Most often, without knowing beforehand what the films are about, it’s quite an adventure to be presented with five films from extremely different points of view. Today's root beer is Rat Bastard. In…

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Episode 216: After the Show 53:55

5M ago53:55

53:55

In the wake of the events of the dog show, our crew juggles competing threats from the parties arrayed against them. Ezri asks the enclave to make a choice. Ilsene encounters some ghouls. Magpie, with few options left, has to choose a fall guy for the Brisker job. Player Intrusion: Stace: Delicious in Dungeon Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Samp…

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Ep 83 - Anti-Valentine's Day - Frostie Root Beer 52:04

6M ago52:04

52:04

Last year we talked about romantic and passionate love songs, this year we dedicate an episode to anyone who's been burned, dumped, or had to do the breaking up yourself! Hang in there! Listen to some songs, have a little cry, then buy yourself some chocolate and take yourself to dinner! Today's root beer is Frostie. Intro and Outro music by Stockm…

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Episode 215: Unconventional Exits 49:55

6M ago49:55

49:55

Separated amidst the chaos of the dog show, our crew attempts to make their getaway. Ilsene does some first aid. Ezri gets the goods. Magpie decides that the best way out is through. Player Intrusion: Alex: Bernadette Banner Your cast: GM: Daniel Ilsene Vite: Sampson Magpie: Alex Ezri Stonebreaker: Stace Music Theme music: Ninth World by Dave Sterl…

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Ep 82 - The Simpsons - Summit Root Beer 52:17

6M ago52:17

52:17

D'oh! Over the last 35 years, the slice of Americana in Yellow has showcased current events, reminisced history, and predicted future goings-on with eerie accuracy. We talk about how The Simpsons began as the PTA's nightmare with a disrespectful Bart and evolved into portraying Homer as the American “Every Man”. Today's root beer is Summit. Intro a…

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Dream Stream 26: Metal Gear Dungeon, Government Glider Shutdown 24:30

5M ago24:30

24:30

This is your Captain speaking, preparing you for lift off. Welcome to the 26th episode of Dream Stream, an in depth examination of the dream realm and how lucidity can ultimately unlock your highest potential. Do you want your dream to be read on the show? Type it up, send it to my email dreamstreampodcast@gmail.com and include a username you would…

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Episode 214: The Dog Show, Part Two 1:00:25

6M ago1:00:25

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Events are heating up at the dog show, and we should really think about going now. Magpie makes a messy deal with a Senator Ezri explores other economic avenues Ilsene gets the story NOTE: Since this was recorded at the same time as the previous episode, Daniel's audio issue remains. As a result he is a little quiter than the rest of the cast in th…

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