Best Ribald Podcasts (2025)

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#289 – ‘Daedalus’ Enterprise S4E10 1:30:36

5d ago1:30:36

1:30:36

Captain Archer is oddly quick to forgive two counts of negligent homicide. Join your transporter ghost hosts as they discuss poor use of well-worn tropes, peculiar characterizations, and disjointed plotting in this unfortunate outlier from the otherwise excellent fourth season of Star Trek: Enterprise. Also, Patrick withholds his opinion of this ep…

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#288 – ‘Equilibrium’ DS9 S3E04 1:35:39

12d ago1:35:39

1:35:39

Jadzia hugs a murderer. Join your squirmy hosts as they discuss their differing opinions on this expositional mystery, with special attention paid to story structure, production elements, and woimlore. Plus, Dan has a list or two (Or does he? He does!) and Patrick doesn't get a joke. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of t…

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#287 – ‘The First Duty’ TNG S5E19 1:33:04

19d ago1:33:04

1:33:04

Wesley Crusher hangs out with the wrong Tom Paris. Join your academy-wash-out hosts as they discuss an all-round excellent episode of Trek, with particular attention paid to Wesley Crusher's character growth, Picard's secret indiscretions, and the biggest list of doody or no-doodys ever!! This episode of IGST what the Brits might call a "banger in …

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#286 – ‘Favorite Son’ Voyager S3E20 1:31:55

26d ago1:31:55

1:31:55

An alien lady puts Vicks VapoRub on Harry Kim's nose. Join your lady-wary hosts as they discuss Star Trek's occasional tendency towards plots involving sexy women slurping out naive men's essences. Also, Jesse isn't here this week so Dan and Patrick prance around each other unmoored with childlike energy and attention. Don't worry though, it turned…

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#285 – ‘Tomorrow Is Yesterday’ TOS S1E19 1:30:17

1M ago1:30:17

1:30:17

Captain Kirk kidnaps a guy with exceptionally narrow-set eyes. Join your Fellini-loving hosts as they discuss the first Star Trek time travel episode ever! Plus: Dan accuses Jesse and Patrick of scheming against him, Dan and Patrick accuse Jesse of making strange mouth noises, and Jesse and Dan accuse Patrick of not understanding awesome beatz. It'…

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It’s Got Technical Difficulties: An It’s Got Star Trek Bonus Patreon Presentation 1:12:36

1M ago1:12:36

1:12:36

Whoopsie-daisy! We had a bit of a technical snafu that prevented us from recording our promised discussion of Star Trek: The Original Series' "Tomorrow Is Yesterday", so instead this week we are providing you with two of our favorite Patreon episodes free of charge! To start of the entertainment, Dan and Patrick must endure wicked challenges and su…

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#284 – ‘Rajiin’ Enterprise S3E04 1:32:54

2M ago1:32:54

1:32:54

Captain Archer again finds himself fooled by a tricksy lady. Join your slightly-skeeved-out hosts as they discuss a solidly entertaining episode that is marred by cavalier and under-examined representations of assault and a very strong orientation towards the male gaze. Yes folks, this episode is horny - horny horny horny! Spoiler warning! We dive …

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Guilty Pleasures by Laurell K. Hamilton 49:24

2M ago49:24

49:24

She's Anita, a zombie raising hate crime enthusiast! He's Jean Claude, a vampire who's in the Chamber of Commerce and shops exclusively at International Male! They do not do it until the fifth book! It's Guilty Pleasures, the first Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter book by Laurell K. Hamilton! This was a serious thing for Sara back in college, who is cur…

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#283 – ‘Resurrection’ DS9 S6E08 1:35:22

2M ago1:35:22

1:35:22

Kira and Kira deal with an indecisive rascal. Join your weary hosts as they discuss how a mirror universe episode that explores the ethics and morality of romantic entanglements with alternate versions of dead lovers could come out so mind-dullingly boring! Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode of Star Trek: D…

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#282 – ‘In the Flesh’ Voyager S5E04 1:32:54

2M ago1:32:54

1:32:54

Something goofy's going on with Boothby. Join your Species 5618 hosts as they discuss good plotting, awkward chemistry, and inconsistent characterization in this generally well-received episode of Star Trek: Voyager. Note that we somehow let things get a bit out of control on this one! Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of…

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#281 – ‘Acquisition’ Enterprise S1E19 1:35:30

2M ago1:35:30

1:35:30

A nearly-nude Trip hassles bunch of silly bastards. Join your well-invested hosts as they discuss the many positives of this much-maligned Ferengi misadventure, including a well-worn - but well-produced - plot, fantastic performances by Ethan Phillips, Clint Howard, Matt Malloy, and the always brilliant Jeffrey Combs, and Die-Harding with Trip and …

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It’s Got Generic Children’s Music Madness: An It’s Got Star Trek Bonus Patreon Presentation 19:14

2M ago19:14

19:14

Please enjoy this bit of pre-episode banter that we've decided to release from behind our Patreon paywall to entertain our lovely listeners! If you'd like more of this sort of nonsense, consider subscribing at www.patreon.com/itsgotstartrek. Enjoy! Note that this and all episodes of the It’s Got Star Trek podcast contain explicit language and, fran…

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Patrick & Jesse’s Highlight Clip Goofstravaganza 1:10:52

2M ago1:10:52

1:10:52

Patrick and Jesse hold down the fort. Join two-thirds of your regular clutch of hosts as they take a wander down memory lane while listening to highlight clips from old episodes of It's Got Star Trek! Note that Dan isn't here this week so we've been creative in attempting to fill the gap his absence presents. Also, check your feed for a bonus relea…

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#280 – ‘Patterns of Force’ TOS S2E21 1:33:17

3M ago1:33:17

1:33:17

Kirk and Spock dress up as Nazis, but it's all in good fun. Join your beany-wearing hosts as they discuss a clever (if somewhat improbable) premise, tonal discordance that somehow doesn't get in the way of the story, and the glorious majesty that is Spock's chest hair. Note that Dan get uncomfortable during the chest hair conversation, which itself…

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#279 – ‘The Drumhead’ TNG S4E21 1:31:25

3M ago1:31:25

1:31:25

Worf boards the fast train to fascism while Captain Picard gets increasingly aggravated. Join your hosts with nothing to hide as they discuss themes that are upsettingly relevant to contemporary reality. Note that Jesse is out sick this week, and while the cats away, Dan and Patrick will play! With your heartstrings, that is. Seriously though, this…

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#278 – ‘Inquisition’ DS9 S6E18 1:33:53

3M ago1:33:53

1:33:53

Doctor Bashir learns that life isn't just about hot buttered scones and moba jam. Join your undercover hosts as they discuss the introduction of Section 31 to the Star Trek canon, the rewatchability of this cleverly-crafted and multi-layered narrative, and how this episode compares to William Sadler's greatest role as Death in Bill and Ted's Bogus …

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#277 – ‘The Killing Game (Parts I & II)’ Voyager S4E18 & 19 1:32:49

3M ago1:32:49

1:32:49

Turns out when it comes to Nazis, resistance isn't futile! Join your very dry hosts as they discuss Voyager's penchant for combining well-structured traditional moral tales with clever sci-fi conundrums, how much fun many of (but not all) the actors seem to be having playing different characters, and the joyfully chaotic imagery of Klingons slashin…

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NYPL's Best New Romance Books 25:10

4M ago25:10

25:10

We had a great time sitting down with Grace and Kate from the New York Public Library (as I explained to my husband "the one with the lions") to talk about NYPL's "Best New Romance Books" list of their favorite 2024 romance novels. We talked about everything from Johanna Lindsey cover art to the sad dearth of true pirate romances these days to roma…

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#276 – ‘The City on the Edge of Forever’ TOS S1E28 1:35:25

4M ago1:35:25

1:35:25

A snarky Spock convinces Captain Kirk to kill a really nice lady. Join your time-traveling hosts as they find clever ways to discuss one of the most discussed episodes of Star Trek ever, and uncover a few mysteries along the way! Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode of Star Trek: The Original Series, so if yo…

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#275 – Star Trek: Section 31 2:18:57

4M ago2:18:57

2:18:57

Ex-Emperor Georgiou gets mixed up with a bunch of clowns. Join your befuddled hosts as they discuss bizarre characters, peculiar plot points, and, well, a heck of a lot of other stuff about the controversial streaming film, Star Trek: Section 31. This is a big fat episode of IGST, folks, so buckle up! Here is the link to the video Dan made as evide…

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Heat Wave by Barbara Delinsky 30:25

4M ago30:25

30:25

We recorded this months ago, in the fall! We are sorry! He's Brendan, a DOJ attorney ferreting out white supremacists! She's Caroline, a counselor whose mom calls all the time! Will they ever buy curtains to spare the neighbors' tender eyes? Find out in Heat Wave by Barbara Delinsky, another of our “five heart romances”! If you’re new to this, we’r…

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#274 – ‘First Flight’ Enterprise S2E24 1:28:45

4M ago1:28:45

1:28:45

Captain Archer learns that the ends always justify the means. Join your pioneering hosts as they discuss tightly-plotted character development, expert casting, and charming performances in the much beloved antepenultimate episode to Star Trek: Enterprise's second season. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode o…

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#273 – ‘Explorers’ DS9 S3E22 1:33:21

4M ago1:33:21

1:33:21

Captain Sisko models positive paternal behavior by taking his son on a dangerous journey to prove someone else's point. Join your solar-wind-propelled hosts as they discuss stories about good dads wanting to be great dads, the pleasures to be found in well-written, character-focused drama, and the joy that is drunken Julian. Spoiler warning! We div…

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#272 – ‘Conspiracy’ TNG S1E25 1:32:53

5M ago1:32:53

1:32:53

Horrifying creatures briefly take over Starfleet, but it turns out not to be a big deal in the end. Join your Jesse-less hosts as they discuss solid (if uncharacteristically creepy) storytelling, 1980s twists on 1960s production design, and the awkwardly steered balance between goofy and nightmarish in this infamous TNG classic. Spoiler warning! We…

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Pandora by Anne Rice 1:39:06

5M ago1:39:06

1:39:06

He's Marius, a vampire who keeps getting stuck in things! She's Pandora, horny middle aged lady goals! Forget it, Jake, it's Anne Rice! We promised a special January 6 "we're not going back!" episode because... we thought it was going to be funny because we expected things to go somewhat differently! Ha! Ha! So funny! So it's a damn good thing we e…

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#271 – Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (Part 2) 1:25:10

5M ago1:25:10

1:25:10

Kirk and God have a philosophical disagreement. Join your hole-digging hosts as they conclude their wide-ranging, 2-part discussion of Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this movie, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – beware! Next week: We'll use Dan's algorithm to select and …

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#270 – Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (Part 1) 1:23:57

5M ago1:23:57

1:23:57

One of Spock's siblings is causing a ruckus. Join your combative hosts as they debate the quality and value of this much-maligned - yet beloved by many - entry into the TOS film canon. This is Part 1 of our 2-part discussion, with the second half arriving next week. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this movie, so if y…

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#269 – ‘The New Next Generation’ Lower Decks S5E10 1:35:12

5M ago1:35:12

1:35:12

The crew of the U.S.S. Cerritos save the day! Join your misty-eyed hosts as they discuss a brilliantly-conceived and produced series finale. Here's hoping this isn't goodbye to the characters from Lower Decks, but merely an optimistic (if a bit tearful) "See you later!" Thanks Mike McMahon and crew for 50 awesome episodes and lore to last these fan…

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#268 – ‘Upper Decks’ & ‘Fissure Quest’ Lower Decks S5E08 & 09 1:37:57

6M ago1:37:57

1:37:57

We take a break from our regular crew to enjoy a couple of stories about other people. Join your two-pipped hosts as they discuss various definitions of upper deckers, clever utilization of alternate-infused nostalgia, and the rapidly diminishing number of standard time units that remain in this utterly brilliant sci-fi series. Spoiler warning! We …

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BONUS – Danny Longclips’ Super Sound Clip Quizstravaganza 1:40:12

6M ago1:40:12

1:40:12

We are on travel this week so in lieu of our regular programming we have put together a very special bonus show in which Dan plays sound clips from across the Star Trek franchise while Patrick and Jesse (and you, the audience!) try to guess the character, series, and episode! You will find surely find enjoyment in this episode, or at least signific…

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12. Legit Cleaning Tips 11:49

6M ago11:49

11:49

Alexine gives you the nitty gritty on cleaning; it's more interesting than you might expect. She brags about her new arrangement for hair care. She gets into the dollars and (non) cents of her (soon to be EX) boss' business. She describes the right time and place to get a cocaine habit. SFX from Artlist, Zapsplat, and Freesound.org; Specifically: W…

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11. The Reverend, Liquid Cocaine & Nourishing Deodorant 12:59

6M ago12:59

12:59

Alexine lets her hair down and has some FUN with her friend Sheen, another 'double bubble'! The rockabilly world is working for them both. She pontificates on the sexiness of women in all sizes. She manages to get through another day of cleaning while hung-the-fuck-over. SFX: from Artlist, Zapsplat, and Freesound.org; Specifically: Gaiterjay, LeeMu…

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#267 – ‘Fully Dilated’ Lower Decks S5E07 1:35:31

6M ago1:35:31

1:35:31

Mariner, Tendi, and T'Lynn have a heck of a time on a brief away mission. Join your partially-dilated hosts as they discuss brilliantly-remixed sci-fi conventions, picture-perfect character development, and the always present (yet often under-appreciated) risks of decorative shrimp. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of th…

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10. Podcasts & Dog Fuckers 12:49

6M ago12:49

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Alexine introduces us to some of her fav classic podcasts and explains what it's like to hear Americans talk about things now that she lives outside of the States; Dear Gawd. She compares the beloved Dyson stick vac with old-school carpet suckers. She shares a true poo confession and her frustration with dog-fuckers. And elaborates on a few feats f…

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#266 – ‘Of Gods and Angles’ Lower Decks S5E06 1:30:52

6M ago1:30:52

1:30:52

Mariner mentors while Boimler befuddles. Join your shape-agnostic hosts as they discuss hilarious jokes strapped onto tropey plots, debate the nature and purpose of shapely secretions, and lament the rapidly approaching end to this wonderful addition to the Star Trek franchise. Also, Dan and Patrick have at least one argument over semantics! Spoile…

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#265 – ‘Starbase 80?!’ Lower Decks S5E05 1:32:34

6M ago1:32:34

1:32:34

Mariner and Freeman go on parallel journeys of self-discovery. Join your bat-curious hosts as they discuss mother/daughter dualities, myriad opportunities for Lower Decks spinoffs, and the mystery behind Chad's slippery corn dogs. Also, Dan challenges a well-worn analogy and Jesse briefly falls asleep again (but we bet you won't notice). Spoiler wa…

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#264 – ‘A Farewell to Farms’ Lower Decks S5E04 1:31:35

7M ago1:31:35

1:31:35

Mariner manipulates Ma'ah while Dr. Migleemo tangles with with a couple of tasteless tweeters. Join your increasingly peckish hosts as they discuss expertly-performed layering of serious and silly, an emerging understanding of this seasons over-arching plotline, and the big chunky Easter eggs regarding soups, stews, and chowders. Plus, a number of …

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#263 – ‘The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel’ Lower Decks S5E03 1:35:10

7M ago1:35:10

1:35:10

Mariner and Boimler learn about the darker side of casual assumptions. Join your twenty-sided hosts as they discuss well-executed (if somewhat standard) character-focused plot lines, the joy of getting to learn more about T'Lynn's tastes, and the value of incorporating a lithe slippery person into your team of adventurers. Dan also discusses, at no…

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Merrick by Anne Rice 2:11:13

7M ago2:11:13

2:11:13

Welcome to our fifth year of reading Anne Rice books for Halloween, with special guest Dr. Claire Mischker! He's David Talbot, nobody's favorite old man/young twink vampire! She's Merrick, too cool for these dusty losers, out here committing perfume crimes! In accordance with long-established tradition, this episode is rambling and yelly and has we…

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Halloween Special - The Clubhouse of Horror III 1:08:35

7M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

This Halloween, join The Ghoul Club as we dive into the realm of the *Uncanny* with a bone-chilling true story. Lisa shares her haunting tale of growing up in a house filled with eerie happenings—ghostly whispers, shadowy figures, and the unshakable sense of being watched. We’ll unpack every creepy detail, swapping theories and chills in real-time,…

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#262 – ‘Dos Cerritos’ & ‘Shades of Green’ Lower Decks S5E01 & 02 1:35:46

7M ago1:35:46

1:35:46

Mariner and Boimler find inspiration in themselves while Tendi and Rutherford navigate potentially life-changing decisions. Join your slightly alternate hosts as they discuss the glorious (if bittersweet) return of Star Trek: Lower Decks for its fifth and final season, the series' continued mastery of combining humor with emotionally-resonant and i…

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#261 – ‘Hide and Q’ TNG S1E10 1:32:56

7M ago1:32:56

1:32:56

Riker offers Geordi the one thing he's always wanted - an age-appropriate Wesley Crusher. Join your mortal hosts as they discuss Star Trek's fondness for apotheosis, Riker's references to Gary Mitchell, and the peculiar sexual politics of post-mid-1980's Hollywood. Also, we got two new reviews, so you get two new haikus! Spoiler warning! We dive ri…

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#260 – ‘What Are Little Girls Made Of?’ TOS S1E07 1:32:33

8M ago1:32:33

1:32:33

Captain Kirk gets tangled up in a somewhat ridiculous scenario. Join your android hosts as they discuss penis rocks, mechanical geishas, and the epistemological and existential implications of the transfer of human consciousness into a machine host. Did we mention penis rocks? Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this epi…

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#259 – ‘Tattoo’ Voyager S2E09 1:31:43

8M ago1:31:43

1:31:43

Chakotay gets naked while The Doctor gets the flu. Join your hawkeyed hosts as they discuss the terrible decision to apply Star Trek's "unitary culture" trope to all indigenous peoples in the Western Hemisphere, the even worse decision to ascribe native culture and success to the influence of Elaine's boss, and the very good decision to listen to R…

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#258 – ‘The Breach’ Enterprise S2E21 1:32:33

8M ago1:32:33

1:32:33

Dr. Phlox wrestles with racism and medical ethics while Trip and Malcolm try to save a group of comically recalcitrant Denobulans. Join your spelunking hosts as they discuss xenophobic aliens, hungry medical monsters, and Trip's uncharacteristic discomfort with the proper disposition of fecal matter while caving. Spoiler warning! We dive right into…

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Episode 98 - Trick or Trick 1:01:06

8M ago1:01:06

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#257 – ‘Crossover’ DS9 S2E23 1:31:22

8M ago1:31:22

1:31:22

Kira challenges Kira while Bashir learns a new trade. Join your goatee-less hosts as they discuss DS9's skill at inverting expectations, actors reveling in their exaggerated portrayals, and the surprising origin of the phrase "You gotta bake some to make some!" All this and a truly upsetting amount more on this week's episode of It's Got Star Trek!…

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#256 – ‘The Enemy Within’ TOS S1E05 1:30:51

9M ago1:30:51

1:30:51

Captain Kirk has beef with Captain Kirk. Join your Kirked-out hosts as they discuss dead dogs, sexual assault, and problematic philosophies concerning the composition of human personality. Spoiler warning! We dive right into a detail-rich discussion of this episode of Star Trek: The Original Series, so if you haven’t had a chance to see it yet – be…

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#255 – ‘Attached’ TNG S7E08 1:41:53

9M ago1:41:53

1:41:53

Picard and Crusher find themselves on different wavelengths. Join your mentally-synchronized hosts and special guest Jessi from the Crusher Convo podcast as they discuss brilliantly-crafted storytelling, conducting diplomacy with a planet full of jerkwads, and navigating the tricky path toward love with the person whose partner (who, incidentally, …

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Outlander by Diana Gabaldon 49:02

9M ago49:02

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Aye lads and lassies and wee bairns (wait, this is no place for wee bairns!) This is our hundredth episode, to our vast surprise, so we're gonna make enemies and talk about Outlander! He's Jamie, the only feminist in eighteenth century Scotland! She's Claire, a time traveling nurse with a boring husband! Buckle up, sassenachs, because if you know t…

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