Literate Ape co-editors Don Hall and David Himmel hold court, interview interesting people and talk about the perspectives of the week.
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It's a book club! Join Ryan and his friends every other Tuesday as they chat about books (and also tell you all about businesses they aren't sponsored by). From Mythology and Swords & Sorcery to Urban Fantasy or History, this book club is all about having a good time while exploring diverse literary genres. Currently, the club is making its way through: The Princess Bride, by William Goldman
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Whether you're a comic book nerd, literature nerd or just weird in general, then the Comic Literate Podcast is just what you need. Join actual, real life friends Ryan and Jamie as they do deep dives in to old and new comic book titles as well as examining their literary influences and effects on the modern culture. New episodes every week until AI learns how to host podcasts.
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Carolyn and Laura combine girl talk and critical analysis to look at fitness media and trends through an anti-diet lens. They help listeners develop their fitness literacy to become smarter consumers of the fitness industry (while still having fun in the gym and on the internet). Think of it like getting advice from your big sister's friends but instead of dating and fashion they teach you how to not get scammed by the fitness industry's latest snake oil salesman. New episodes every Thursday ...
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Join two Jayhawks as we explore the diversity of religious belief around the world.
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Trashy TV doesn't have to be a guilty pleasure!
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Just three guys who love(d) books and movies and talk about a bunch of adaptations.
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Literary scholars Alicia Broggi and Erica Lombard go through the New York Public Library’s 1995 “Books of the Century” list. Each episode they discuss a book, learn about its author and history, talk to experts, and ask whether it really is one of the books of twentieth century.
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OctopusPark's Literate Gamer: a discussion of games, their meaning, and their impact on people and art.
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Make Me Data Literate features Dr Linda McIver interviewing fascinating people who work with Data, asking the question: What is the one thing you wish everyone knew about data? From Maths Education to Misinformation, we'll cover everything that's interesting about Data Science and how it affects us all.
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Chino High Summer School: Digging Deeper With Digital, Creating Media Literate Student
English 9 College Preparatory
California Content Standards, College and Career Readiness, and Training Digital Repsonsible Students
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In this bonus election day episode, Ryan chats with Gregg Bush about politics and books and political books. Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal. Link dump: The Climate Book by Greta Thunberg Silent Spring by Rachel Carson Working by Studs Terkel The Great Divide by T…
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Marvel's Ultimate Invasion- The Birth of The New Ultimate Universe
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In this week's episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the 2023 limited series, Ultimate Invasion. Written by Jonathan Hickman, drawn by Bryan Hitch, inked by Andrew Currie, and colored by Alex Sinclair. They also go on tangents about how this title could be considered fictional administration, physique creep in comic book movie actors, and Alan Moore's rec…
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Run Clubs - they're in your city. Crowding the sidewalks, stinking up breweries, and, apparently, replacing dating apps. In this episode we investigate (with many lengthy tangents) why this long time fitness staple is experiencing a surge in popularity. Is the hype real? Are people really finding love at the run club?…
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Nothing to see here, gang. Except Hall, fully clothed, asleep in his car.By Don Hall
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(3/6) Buttercup is kidnapped! Her kidnappers are challenged by the Man in Black. Read along with us! We're reading the 30th-anniversary edition of the book.Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal. Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter Hosted by…
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Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives- Is the Aquaman of the Universal Monsters
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the 2024 limited series, Universal Monsters: Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives! Written by Dan Watters & Ram V, art by Matthew Roberts, and colour by Dave Stewart. They also go on tangents about the history of the Creature, why they haven't had as much of a cultural impact as the other Universal Monst…
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It turns out that both David and Don are really lousy at relationships but great with relationship advice. Also, so is Yakov Smirnoff.By Don Hall
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Universal Monsters: Dracula- Why Are Vampires Considered So Sexy? (not by us)
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the Image limited series, Universal Monsters: Dracula. Written by James Tynion IV, art by Martin Simmonds and lettering by Rus Wooton. They also go on tangents about comparing it to the original Bram Stoker novel, Dracula as a metaphor for old euroscepticism, why vampires are considered so sexy (again, n…
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(2/6) Buttercup finds and loses love. Humperdink has gotta get married! Read along with us! We're reading the 30th-anniversary edition of the book. Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on PayPal. Produced, directed, and edited by: Ryan Carter Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Cara …
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 353—The Tepid Fury of Two Mediocre White Guys
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What infuriates Himmel? Jewel selection, stereotypes, handjobs at the symphony? Hall just doesn’t seem to get all that angry about anything. What’s the deal (asked in the most 1980’s stand up manner)?By Don Hall
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Uzumaki- The Scariest Horror Manga We've Ever Covered (and the first)
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In this weeks episode, Ryan and Jamie continue spooky season with the 1998 horror manga series, Uzumaki. Written and drawn by Junji Ito. They also go on tangents about the Fibonacci sequence, Ito's Lovecraftian influences, why his protagonists faces are less detailed, and, of course, Joker 2 bombing at the box office. Timecodes 00:00 - Intro 07:53 …
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 352—The Semantics of Viability and the Suckhole of Nostalgia
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Can David go work on a cruise ship? Why would he want to? What the fuck is all of this shit about cruise ships? And how does one figuratively blow a load in your pants?By Don Hall
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Batman: The Killing Joke- The Origin of the Joker (if it's actually canon)
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In this weeks episode, Spooky Season kicks of with Ryan making Jamie read Batman: The Killing Joke (because homicidal clowns are kinda Halloween-ish). Written by Alan Moore, art by Brian Bolland and colours by John Higgins (or not, depending on the version). They also go over the different colourings of the different versions of the comic, Alan Moo…
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The Princess Bride | The Three Introductions
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(1/6) Let's hit rewind a couple of years and chat about a lifetime favorite book of Ryan's spouse, Cara Carter. This episode we discuss the 30th anniversary intro, the 25th anniversary intro, and the original intro. Read along with us! We're reading the 30th-anniversary edition of the book. Support us on Patreon and get ad-free ep…
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 351—Taking a Non-Monogamous Pottery Class
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Don is making straight A’s in life and—gasp—met a woman whose presence is making him re-think his strategy.By Don Hall
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Hellboy: The Crooked Man- He's Half Demon, But He's Also A Fully Chilled Dude
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the 2008 limited series, Hellboy: The Crooked Man. Written by Mike Mignola and art by Richard Corben. They also go on a few witch based tangents like how they are depicted in media, the role they played in the world war 2, why they are associated with cats, and just how Hellboy is such a chill dude. Time…
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We're going back to our roots with a classic fitness industry deep dive! Today we're covering two iconic indoor cycling brands - SoulCycle and Peloton. *Note*: At a couple points Carolyn refers to one of the founders of SoulCycle as Ruth Zuckerberg. This is incorrect- Her name is Ruth Zuckerman.
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 350—Nebraska, Go Fuck Yourself
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In a preview for BUGHOUSE!, Don tasks David with his repeated use of the ’systemic’ when describing localized events.By Don Hall
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James Bond: 007 by Garth Ennis- An Even More Violent Bond?
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In this week's episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the 2024 limited series, James Bond: 007. Written by Garth Ennis, art by Rapha Lobosco and colours by Jorge Sutil. They also go on tangents about how this comic and the films compare to the original Bond novels, Operation Paperclip, and Jamie teaches us about the Cambridge 5 spy ring and Russian maps of…
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Le Morte d'Arthur IV | Chapters 21-28
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(4/4) Three knights go on three very different adventures with three different damosels. Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free. Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make…
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 349—The Apes Watch the Debate
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D&D decide to watch the televised debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump and provide in-the-moment commentary. Totally different, totally fun.By Don Hall
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Ultimate X-Men & Remembering John Cassaday
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read issues 1-6 of the currently ongoing series, Ultimate X-Men. Written and art by Peach Momoko. They also discuss the wider Marvel Ultimate Universe as well as why some comic readers do not like the work of Tom King (not Ryan, he's a big fan) TW: Some discussion of suicide Timecodes 00:00 - Intro 05:20 - Co…
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 348—Recharging the Battery
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Don is closing the summer of house management; David is dealing with his miserable life. How do the chmps refuel themselves in the meantime?By Don Hall
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The Penguin by Tom King- And The Use of Censored Swearing in Comic Books
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read DC's 2023 limited series, The Penguin. Written by Tom King, art by Rafael de Latorre and colours by Marcelo Maiolo. They also have a surprisingly measured discussion on the use of censored swearing in comic books. Timecodes 00:00 - Intro 02:57 - Comic Credits 04:24 - Overall Thoughts- Non spoiler 15:20 -…
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Le Morte d'Arthur IV | Chapters 15-20
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(3/4) Morgan commits yet more treachery. Her son, Sir Uwaine, is cast out of the king's court. Sir Gawaine goes with him and the pair ride on, errant knights. Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for fre…
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 347—Jobs Not Worth the Money
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In the ever present search for income, both apes have a short list of jobs they’d never take regardless of the compensation package.By Don Hall
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Watchmen Part 2- One Of The Best Endings in Comics & The Adaptations
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie continue reading issues 7-12 of the 1986, critically acclaimed limited series, Watchmen. Written by Alan Moore, art by Dave Gibbons, and colour by John Higgins. They also talk about the 2009 live action film, the recently released animated adaptation, the HBO TV show and it's comic book sequels. Timecodes 00:…
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 346—AOC… Hot or Intelligent First? A DNC and Younger Himmel Breakdown
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It was the week of the DNC in Chicago and the chimps have unique perspectives. So does Himmel’s youngest son. That kid has LOTS of opinions.By Don Hall
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Watchmen part 1- How It Was Made and Why Moore Hates The Adaptations
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie re-read the 1986, critically acclaimed limited series, Watchmen. Written by Alan Moore, art by Dave Gibbons, and colour by John Higgins. They also go on tangents about why Alan Moore stopped writing comics, The Charlton Comics characters that inspired the story, the potential plot hole of the story, and if Ro…
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(2/4) Arthur fights in a rigged duel and wins. His sister Morgan commits even more treachery. Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free. Support us on Patreon and get ad-free episodes! Or make …
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 345—Job Prospecting Past a Certain Age
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Both Apes are looking for work and break it down for themselves.By Don Hall
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Alien 2024- Does It Hold Up To The Films? (Specifically The Good Ones)
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the 2024 limited comic book series, Alien. Written by Declan Shalvey, with art by Andrea Broccardo & Declan Shalvey, and colour by Ruth Redmond & Declan Shalvey. They also go on tangents like Ryan badly explaining the Alien franchise, when The Simpsons was good, how good Hamilton is, debating the best St…
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(3/4) Victor and Bee finally get a lot of time alone. Naturally, things start getting frisky. Read along with us! You can buy the paperback, ebook, or the audiobook.* This is the third in a series of bonus episodes; I'm collaborating with Toni, the host of Romance Read Along. She is in search of a co-host—details in the mid-break. I…
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 344—On Post-Divorce Dating
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Don aplogizes for biffing last week’s episode but had his first post-divorce date so the chimps unpack the whole concept of that bizarre activity.By Don Hall
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The Umbrella Academy: Apocalypse Suite- The Best Comic For Adapting To TV?
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the 2007 limited series, The Umbrella Academy: Apocalypse Suite. Written by Gerard Way, art by Gabriel Bá, and colours by Dave Stewart. They also go on tangents about comparing it to it's television adaptation, Jamie attempts to explain Jungian Psychology, and their brief experiences with My Chemical Rom…
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Le Morte d'Arthur IV | Chapters 1-7
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(1/4) Duels! The treachery of Morgan Le Fay! The Death of Merlin! All this and more in...King Arthur and the Pendragon Schism. Read along with us! Zach is reading a version of the text adapted into modern idiom. Ryan is reading a more archaic version of the text that you can download digitally for free. Link dump: The Questing Beast It's vo…
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John Constantine: Dead In America- Plus Eisner Awards 2024 and Robert Downey Jr. Casting
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read 2024's John Constantine: Hellblazer: Dead In America. Written by Si Spurrier, art by Aaron Campbell and colour by Jordie Bellaire. They also go over some of the Eisner Award 2024 winners from SDCC as well as an in depth discussion on the Robert Downey Jr. casting and future of the larger Marvel Cinematic…
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(2/4) Bee is beginning to reform Victor. It can be a dangerous thing to reform anyone. Read along with us! You can buy the paperback, ebook or the audiobook.* This is the second in a series of bonus episodes; I'm collaborating with Toni, the host of Romance Read Along. She is in search of a co-host—details in the mid-break. If you're able a…
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 343—The Upending of Manhood: What Makes a Man Beyond a Cock?
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In a cultural landscape where the burning question has been “What is a woman?” for a decade, Don counters with the unspoken question.By Don Hall
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Deadpool 2024- Plus Deadpool & Wolverine Review to end Merc with a Mouth Month!
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In this week's episode, Ryan and Jamie cap off Merc with a Mouth Month with both a comic and film review. The comic is this year's Deadpool series, written by Cody Ziglar, art by Roge Antonio, and colours by Guru-eFX. They also go on tangents on the meme rise of fame for Deadpool, how meta humour is like MSG, a game of "Name the Marvel Character",a…
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The Obelisk Gate | Chapters 19 & 20
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(7/7) Castrima goes to war. Nassun agrees to do something dangerous. Read along with us! You can buy the book here. Link dump: Hugo Award Drama This episode is brought to you by Gregg Bush. Please support his campaign for MO House District 50 by donating to his ActBlue.Support us on Patreon …
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 342—Extreme Rhetoric Creates Its Own Enemies—We Are the Tone Police Today
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Lots of stuff in here—rhetoric creating an intentional backlash, gentle parenting, umbrellas in the park (Don admits he was wrong so mark the episode), and more! Hunker down on the toilet and enjoy…By Don Hall
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Deadpool (2012)- The Best Deadpool Comic Series? (Featuring Wolverine and Captain America)
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read issues 15-19 of his favourite Deadpool comic run from 2012. Written by Gerry Duggan & Brian Posehn, art by Declan Shalvey, and colour by Jordie Bellaire. They also go on brief tangents about Deadpool's sexual orientation, Jamie attempting to recall Wolverine and Captain America's origins, how Hugh Jackma…
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(1/4) On an alien world, a human woman is tasked with rehabilitating the clone of a monster. Will she succeed, or is this guy even worse than the original? Read along with us! You can buy the paperback, ebook or the audiobook.* This is the first in a series of bonus episodes; I'm collaborating with Toni, the host of Romance Read Along. She is in se…
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Literate ApeCast Ep. 341—Is Hawk Tuah a Word or a State of Mind?
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We start with the ‘hawk tuah’ girl and gradually wind around to the use of photography to fool us, face blindness, ‘kidney’ friends, and the realization that David’s sons are to be called ‘master.’By Don Hall
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Cable and Deadpool- Continuing Merc with a Mouth Month to the 00s
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In this weeks episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the 2004 comic series, Cable and Deadpool. Written by Fabian Nicieza and art by Mark Brooks and Patrick Zircher. They also go on tangents like Jamie briefly explains Deadpool's origin, Ryan badly explains the history and origin of Cable, why Arrested Development was so good, and which heroes have the mor…
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People Experience All Kinds of Things
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Part 3 of the summer Q&A series. Thanks for listening! Bonus episodes (including part 2 of this series) is on the Patreon! Click here to join
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