Best Quarantine Book Club Podcasts (2024)

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Season Zero: The Archives: "Between Two Fires" Part 1 1:19:46

11M ago1:19:46

1:19:46

The first episode of Season Zero: The Archives begins with Part 1 of "Between Two Fires" by Christopher Buehlman. In this episode, we discuss the first quarter of the book. Warning: This episode contains unedited sniffles and cuss words.By Shelf Importance

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S3 Ep18: QMC 14: We're a Barbie Bois in a MOTU World (Masters of the Universe [1987] and Barbie [2023] 1:59:28

11M ago1:59:28

1:59:28

To coincide with the digital release of the Barbie movie (2023), we're discussing that, and it's inferior Mattel owned toy-based predecessor, Masters of the Universe (1987). P.S. This podcast is NSFW so don't think you're Kenough to get out of trouble if your boss catches you listening! *************************************** OUR THEME MUSIC IS: “U…

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S3 Ep17: QMC 13: Secret of My Ooze (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1 and 2) 2:03:19

1y ago2:03:19

2:03:19

In this episode, we discuss the first two live action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movies from 1990 and 1991. P.S. This podcast is NSFW so if your parents hear you yell "DAAAAAAMN!" Just tell them you learned it from Raph, not us! *************************************** OUR THEME MUSIC IS: “Unleashed” by: Jacob Lizotte. You can listen to it on YouT…

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EP20: Super, Super, Super! 1:04:10

1y ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Our special twentieth episode—also recorded in 2020—features friend of the pod Dianne! Join us as we talk about moving to a new city, opening up a new chapter of her life, and cats, cats, cats.Fabulous People: Dianne | “A Cat Hater Reflects on a Year of Cat Ownership (2020)” | Gastro Obscura | Blackpink: Light Up the Sky (2020) | The Birth of Korea…

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EP19: It’s Hot, It’s Late, It’s Life 1:02:39

1y ago1:02:39

1:02:39

EP19: It’s Hot, It’s Late, It’s Life (2020)Has it really been three years? Originally recorded in February of 2020, this episode covers our then current living situations—hint: it’s hot—and then Margot has a big surprise topic for Jon!SHOW LINKS: Su Lee, “I’ll Just Dance” | My Octopus TeacherBy The Redo

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S3 Ep16: QMC 12: An American The Grimace in Beetlejuice 2:02:14

1y ago2:02:14

2:02:14

In this episode, we discuss two classic horror comedies, An American Werewolf in London, and Beetlejuice. P.S. This podcast is NSFW so don't drive off a bridge, or you'll be stuck listening to it eternally in the afterlife. *************************************** OUR THEME MUSIC IS: “Unleashed” by: Jacob Lizotte. You can listen to it on YouTube: ht…

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S3 Ep15: QMC 11: Drunken Master and Drunken Master 2 aka Legend of the Drunken Master 1:52:28

1+ y ago1:52:28

1:52:28

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. In this episode we take a look at some two of Jackie Chan's most beloved films, and get really off track. They were movies we watched, I guess. P.S. This podcast is NSFW, perhaps due to "blind problems and brain problems." *****************************…

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S3 Ep14: QMC 10: Mandy and Willy's Wonderland 2:02:05

1+ y ago2:02:05

2:02:05

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. In this episode we take a look at some amazingly absurd performances by the auteur of oddness himself, Nicholas Cage. P.S. This podcast is NSFW, so avoid the Cheddar Goblin. *************************************** OUR THEME MUSIC IS: “Unleashed” by: Ja…

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S3 Ep13: The QMC Holiday Special? 1:52:35

1+ y ago1:52:35

1:52:35

Yes, we know this was supposed to be an episode on Pig and Mandy... Get off our jock. We've been gone a while. In this episode we discover what the guys have been up to, and everyone blows their timing and has a really awkward time. P.S. This podcast is NSFW, so don't tell Santa. He'd think we were naughty. *************************************** O…

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"Hollow Kingdom" Part 2: The CAWking Dead 1:23:56

2y ago1:23:56

1:23:56

Season 2 continues with Part 2 of "Hollow Kingdom" by Kira Jane Buxton. In this episode, we discuss the 2nd half of the book, read 1-star reviews, give our ratings, and debate how birds f***. Warning: This episode contains hot dog condiments being used as illustrations for how bird nookie works.By Shelf Importance

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"Hollow Kingdom" Part 1: Triscuits Are Disgusting 48:07

2y ago48:07

48:07

We're back with Season 2! This season kicks off with "Hollow Kingdom" by Kira Jane Buxton. In this episode, an old woman eats Triscuits and a crow thinks it's disgusting. Warning: This episode contains potty words.By Shelf Importance

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Quiz Battle Combat Ep 1: Mick Arcade vs Producer Sean 1:06:19

2y ago1:06:19

1:06:19

The quiz show itself starts at the 10:00 mark, if you’re impatient like Uncle Bobbo. *************************************** OUR THEME MUSIC IS: “First Strike” by: Jacob Lizotte. You can listen to it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0XOYj6lqNw or purchase it on his website here: https://www.darkcabin-studios.com/ ***********************…

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S3 Ep12: QMC 9: Clerks and Clerks 2 2:06:04

2y ago2:06:04

2:06:04

Yes, we know this was supposed to be an episode on Suburban Commando and Dylan Dog... however it turns out DD isn't readily available via streaming in the US! In this episode we discover how much Mick really does love Kevin Smith. *Spoiler alert* It's a LOT. P.S. This podcast is NSFW, but would you f*ck it? I'd f*ck it. I'd f*ck it hard. **********…

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S3 Ep11: QMC 8: Transformers the Movie and G.I. Joe the Movie 1:56:09

2y ago1:56:09

1:56:09

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. In this episode we dive rapidly on and off topic pertaining to these two animated nostalgia driven fever dreams. Mick proves just what voices he can do, and we realize very quickly that if you came for in depth conversation about your favorite childhoo…

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S3 Ep10: Yet Another Memorial Gone Wrong (Remote Control by Nnedi Okorafor) 1:39:44

2y ago1:39:44

1:39:44

As we begin the countdown to the end of the Quarantine Book Club as you've known it, our hosts take a trio through a very beautiful and haunting world... They also discuss bad drinks, another celebration for a late loved one that went horribly wrong, and mystery nose smells. P.S. This podcast is NSFW. Also probably not safe at a memorial, either. *…

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S3 Ep9: QMC 7: Drive and The Guest 2:08:35

2y ago2:08:35

2:08:35

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. In this ep, we enjoy the slow burn crime drama, staring Ryan Gosling, Drive. Then we get very confused by The Guest, a movie that starts as an "I just got discharged from the military" thriller, à la Walking Tall, and suddenly turns into a Bourne movie…

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S3 Ep8: QMC 6: Batman '89, Batman Returns, and Batman Forever 2:12:01

2+ y ago2:12:01

2:12:01

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. In this ep, we get a deep into the Tim Burton/Joel Schumacher Batman films, minus one. Maybe we'll come back to that someday. Maybe not. P.S. This podcast is NSFW, and if you're not careful, it will swoop out of the night and getcha! ******************…

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S3 Ep7: Weird Quarantine Party Time Ep 1: Daddy's Gotta Go Poop 2:55:07

2+ y ago2:55:07

2:55:07

Join the hosts of the QBC as they hang out and create a chaotic mess with their friends from the Don't Make it Weird Podcast! P.S. This podcast is not safe for work! If Daddy hears you listen to it, he might just have to tell you all about his poops! **************** If you would like to get in contact with us, check out the QBC website: https://th…

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S3 Ep6: QMC 5: Blade Runner and Blade Runner 2049 2:08:25

2+ y ago2:08:25

2:08:25

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. In this ep, we get a lot of great discussions in about the Blade Runner franchise, and Rance attacks everyone in his life like a hate cobra. P.S. This podcast is NSFW, and may cause you to lose everything, like tears in the rain. **********************…

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S3 Ep5: Why Do My Lips Burn? (Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson) 1:35:27

2+ y ago1:35:27

1:35:27

Sometimes you read a book that is considered a foundational work in it's genre... and you aren't really that impressed. Also, Bob takes the dreaded "One Chip Challenge" after months of talking about it. Guess how it went. P.S. This podcast is NSFW. If you listen, maybe it will take your mind off of the steadily growing pain in your mouth. *********…

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S3 Ep4: Zombie War (Dead Tokyo: Cyberpunk Meets Zombies By Andrew Lee) 1:43:09

2+ y ago1:43:09

1:43:09

Sometimes you read a book that may or may not be in the writer's native language, but it doesn't matter, because it's just SO BAD The guys talk about crystals, Squid Game, and anything else to avoid speaking about what is probably the worst QBC book to date. P.S. This podcast is NSFW. Don't let a zombie listen. Or people in a beautiful place. *****…

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"Bewilderment" Part 2: The Threat of Van Günberg 50:26

2+ y ago50:26

50:26

We're continuing "Bewilderment" by Richard Powers. In this episode, we discuss the middle third of the book, in which "Flowers for Algernon" is still the roadmap. Warning: Cuss words and big words inside.By Shelf Importance

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S3 Ep3: QMC Ep 4: Carpenter's Escape From New York and L.A. (AKA: Escape From Sloppy Pickle Slurp)) 2:12:46

2+ y ago2:12:46

2:12:46

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. Look, this episode has a lot of good discussions about the Escape movies by John Carpenter. So just like, enjoy it we guess, and listen to the pickle slurping finale. P.S. This podcast is NSFW, just like acid rain and tsunami surfing. *****************…

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S3 Ep2: The Ballad of Joey Tots-Up (Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger) 1:52:01

2+ y ago1:52:01

1:52:01

Sometimes you read a young adult fiction and don't really have anything noteworthy to bitch about. The guys talk about electronics, N.A.R.C., and create a new character... and talk about a book. P.S. This podcast is NSFW. So like, don't let a young adult listen. *************************************** THIS WEEK'S BOOK: Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badg…

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"Bewilderment" Part 1: Robins for Algernon 1:25:59

2+ y ago1:25:59

1:25:59

*UPDATE* There were a couple of moments of long silence near the end of the episode where I **ahem** forgot to add in the audio stinger. Those awkward moments of silence have been resolved in the newest upload. We're starting "Bewilderment" by Richard Powers. In this episode, we discuss the first third of the book, in which "Flowers for Algernon" i…

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S3 Ep1: DinaSaur Loads (Dinosaur Lords by Victor Milán) 2:09:01

2+ y ago2:09:01

2:09:01

Somehow we made it to season 3. Sometimes you let a guest pick a book, and it's the worst choice you could possibly have made. In this episode, we invite our friends from the Don't Make It Weird Podcast to talk about the heaping pile of stegosaurus shit, Dinosaur Lords, which will henceforth be known by the title "Dinosaur Loads," because it is pur…

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S2 Ep38: QMC Ep 3: The Conan Franchise (AKA: A Crom Rom Com) 2:19:08

2+ y ago2:19:08

2:19:08

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. Get ready for a lot or Arnold impersonations this episode. P.S. This podcast is NSFW, by Crom. *************************************** OUR THEME MUSIC IS: “Unleashed” by: Jacob Lizotte. You can listen to it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w…

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S2 Ep37: Aye Aye, Eye of Sedai! (The Eye of the World: Book One of The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan) 2:02:34

2+ y ago2:02:34

2:02:34

IT'S OUR SEASON FINALE! Sometimes you end your second season by inviting a friend to read an exceptionally over-long book, and don't even tell them you're sorry! In the finale of the QBC's second season, our hosts are joined by Matt from the Peterson Family hour to talk about the opening to to the epic fantasy classic series, The Wheel of Time Thes…

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2021 Epilogue 1:41:24

2+ y ago1:41:24

1:41:24

We wrap up 2021 with discussions about all of the "bests" and "worsts" from the books we read in 2021.By Shelf Importance

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S2 Ep36: QBC Conversations 7: Jamie Jackson 1:34:04

2+ y ago1:34:04

1:34:04

Conversation with Jamie Jackson, author of FEAR AND FURY and TORMENT AND TARNISH. In another episode of QBC Conversations, an offshoot of The Quarantine Book Club, author and writer Rance Denton interviews Jamie Jackson, the author of superhero-and-more series, ADVENTURE OF A VILLAIN-LEANING HUMANOID featuring the titles FEAR AND FURY and TORMENT A…

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S2 Ep35: Organ Game (Fan Fiction by Brent Spiner) 1:39:07

2+ y ago1:39:07

1:39:07

Sometimes you take a really long break, and then come back with a book that isn't quite your normal faire. The guys talk about Star Trek, create a new game about organs, and discuss magic rocks... oh, and discuss the book they read. P.S. This podcast is NSFW. Beam me up, Sloppy. *************************************** THIS WEEK'S BOOK: Fan Fiction …

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S2 Ep34: QMC Episode 2: The Matrix Series (Aka: The Matrix Regurgitated) 2:08:12

2+ y ago2:08:12

2:08:12

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. P.S. This podcast is NSFW. *************************************** OUR THEME MUSIC IS: “Unleashed” by: Jacob Lizotte. You can listen to it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNsDhWUEKHE or purchase it on his website here: https://www.darkcabin…

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"The Color of Magic" Part 2: Hung Like a Turtle 2:42:48

2+ y ago2:42:48

2:42:48

We're finishing Discworld Book One: "The Color of Magic" by Terry Pratchett. In this episode, we discuss the second half of the book, which leads to a "Science Time with Rich" segment about turtle dingles (featuring a special science guest). It's all still very vulgar and childish.By Shelf Importance

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S2 Ep33: QBC Conversations 6: Alistair Caradec 1:29:01

2+ y ago1:29:01

1:29:01

Conversation with Alistair Caradec, author of THE OLD LOVE AND THE NEW. In another episode of QBC Conversations, an offshoot of The Quarantine Book Club, author and writer Rance Denton interviews fellow writer Alistair Caradec, whose harrowing, mind-altering, and eye-opening THE OLD LOVE AND THE NEW just came out in November! **********************…

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S2 Ep32: So You Want to be a Narrator? (John Pirhalla) 1:59:58

2+ y ago1:59:58

1:59:58

Sometimes you decide to write a book, publish that book, and then have an amazing voice artist narrate that book for Audible. This episode, the guys discuss the ups and downs of making audio books with professional voice narrator John Pirhalla. That also discuss amazing drinks, life, art, the audiobook industry, and what a number three is. Oh, and …

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S2 Ep31: Sandman and the Masters of the Universe 1:49:04

2+ y ago1:49:04

1:49:04

*Special Note* TW: Suicide The QBC is a satire and comedy podcast. While we make jokes, the subject of suicide itself is a serious topic. If you or someone you know has genuinely expressed a desire to cause themselves or others harm, please reach out here: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/, 1-800-273-8255, or to a local suicide prevention hotl…

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"The Color of Magic" Part 1: Don't Say Eight 4:16:19

2+ y ago4:16:19

4:16:19

We're starting Discworld Book One: "The Color of Magic" by Terry Pratchett. In this episode, we discuss the first half of the book, try not to say the number that is equal to 7+1, and slightly improve our audio performance and editing. Sensibility is pretty well a thing of the past.By Shelf Importance

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S2 Ep30: QMC Episode 1: The Mad Max Series 2:07:11

2+ y ago2:07:11

2:07:11

Our hosts Bob, Rance, and Mick discuss some of our favorite movie series for your audio pleasure. P.S. This podcast is NSFW. *************************************** OUR THEME MUSIC IS: “Unleashed” by: Jacob Lizotte. You can listen to it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNsDhWUEKHE or purchase it on his website here: https://www.darkcabin…

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S2 Ep29: QBC Conversations 5: Keira Lane 1:37:26

2+ y ago1:37:26

1:37:26

Conversation with Keira Lane, author of FROM A HEART-SHAPED BOX. In another episode of QBC Conversations, an offshoot of The Quarantine Book Club, author and writer Rance Denton interviews fellow writer Keira Lane, an author, educator, and parent whose newest collection FROM A HEART-SHAPED BOX just came out! FROM A HEART-SHAPED BOX explores those m…

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"House of Leaves" Part 3: We're Finally Finished 3:51:39

2+ y ago3:51:39

3:51:39

We're finally finished reading "House of Leaves" by Mark Z Danielewski, but we're still talking about it. In this episode, we discuss the last section of the book, give our ratings, read 1-star reviews, and present our casting for if this were to be a film (a first for the podcast). Sensibility is mostly out the window.…

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S2 Ep28: QBC Conversations 4: Raul Reads 1:36:01

2+ y ago1:36:01

1:36:01

Conversation with Raul from RAUL READS. In another episode of QBC Conversations, an offshoot of The Quarantine Book Club, author and writer Rance Denton interviews the hard-working booktuber Raul from RAUL READS, an up-and-coming booktube channel that focuses on indie and self-published books. Remember to do as Raul says: like and subscribe, becaus…

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S2 Ep27: Mom, Listen! 1:06:49

3y ago1:06:49

1:06:49

Bob is back! After a bit of a seasonal hiatus due to doing way too much shit, we're back to a near normal format episode of the QBC. Lots of laughs, cursing, and our mom calls us live on the air! P.S. This podcast is NSFW. Our mom may not care about our potty mouths, but we can't guarantee yours will feel the same way! *****************************…

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"House of Leaves" Part 2: Why Are We Still Reading This? 3:24:19

3y ago3:24:19

3:24:19

We're still reading "House of Leaves" by Mark Z Danielewski. In this episode, we eventually talk about the book, but on the way there, we have SCIENCE TIME WITH RICH, a special baking segment, discuss the birds and the bees, and so much more unrelated, unscripted nonsense. The vulgarity is still there, but we're really reaching for the "sensibility…

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"House of Leaves" Part 1: WTF Are We Reading? 3:17:04

3y ago3:17:04

3:17:04

We're reading "House of Leaves" by Mark Z Danielewski. In this episode, things get weird, things get oppressively boring, Rich learns how to do laundry, and so much more nonsense! Regardless, we have a lot of fun and add a few hundred dollars to the swear jar.By Shelf Importance

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S2 Ep26: QBC Conversations 3: K. Thomas (Time To Wake / Not Right Now) 1:31:59

3y ago1:31:59

1:31:59

Conversation with K. Thomas. In another episode of QBC Conversations, an offshoot of The Quarantine Book Club, author and writer Rance Denton interviews award-winning author K. Thomas about her debut contemporary fantasy TIME TO WAKE and talks a little about its upcoming follow-up NOT RIGHT NOW. Senlis loves a simple life: waking up late, caffeinat…

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S2 Ep25: QBC Conversations 2: Sam Odiorne (The 8th Warning) 1:15:47

3y ago1:15:47

1:15:47

Conversation with Sam Odiorne. In the second episode of QBC Conversations, an offshoot of The Quarantine Book Club, author and writer Rance Denton interviews Sam Odiorne about his newly-released THE 8TH WARNING. As Hyatt and his two companions adventure into the Reclaimed to discover the truth of a frightening, world-ending danger, he's forced to c…

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QBC Conversations 1: Eric Raglin (Nightmare Yearnings) 1:17:49

3y ago1:17:49

1:17:49

In this inaugural episode of QBC Conversations, an offshoot of The Quarantine Book Club, author and writer Rance Denton interviews Eric Raglin about his recently-released horror anthology NIGHTMARE YEARNINGS. From cockroach carpets to trash monsters, NIGHTMARE YEARNINGS is a fast, brisk read that centers queer characters, features hints of cosmic a…

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S2 Ep24: The Case of the American Idiots (The Case of the Giant Carnivorous Worm by Thomas E. Staples) 2:29:44

3y ago2:29:44

2:29:44

*Special Note* In this episode, we attempt to discuss those who may be differently abled. Even as a comedy podcast we attempt to handle these discussions with respect and understanding. Sometimes we don't use the right language, or terminology. We accept that learning is part of a journey in attempting to better ourselves. Rather than edit the epis…

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S2 Ep23: Battle of the Butchers Pt2 (Storm Front) 2:10:34

3y ago2:10:34

2:10:34

Sometimes you find two people with and almost same last name, and have them fight each other. Well, at least, you read their work and pretend maybe they fought each other. This week the guys welcome Mick Arcade, Twitch streamer and internet personality to the show. P.S. This podcast is NSFW. Be careful. If you don't, one of the hosts might stab you…

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S2 Ep22: Battle of the Butchers Pt1. (The Singularian Grimoire Anthology) 1:51:06

3y ago1:51:06

1:51:06

Sometimes you find two people with and almost same last name, and have them fight each other. Well, at least, you read their work and pretend maybe they fought each other. This week the guys welcome Sandy Butchers, creator of The Singularian Grimoire Anthology, and one of the hosts of the Red Ink Podcast to discuss her writing, illustration, views …

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