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Podcast: Ferret Plague Nov 30, 2011

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GUEST: Bonnie “The Invisible Wife” Brushwood Brian and wife Bonnie open up a respectable genetics laboratory only to find out that their mischievous for-hire scientists have concocted a horrific brew that could save the world. Or end it. One of the two. Maybe both. Justin helps dream up all of the ways that 3D printing can revolutionize the way we look at keychains and society. Andrew recounts his recent trip to China complete with dazzling light tunnels and curious acrobats. Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist for only 99¢ at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: CoverVersions.TV Sweet Water Andros Lee Picks: Brian- • Penn & Teller Magic And Mystery Tour • 1Q84 by Haruki Murakami • Into The Universe with Stephen Hawking Justin- • The Muppets Andrew- • The Edge

Opinion: The Walking Dead Must Kill Rick Grimes Nov 11, 2011

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Would you rather an adaptation of a source material be a literal copy or a totally new story with the same characters and themes? It’s a fundamental question, which I believe is at the heart of the ever raging debate amongst The Walking Dead viewers and fans of the Robert Kirkman funny book. Do you want to see actors portray stories you know on sets that resemble what you’ve seen before? Or do you want the story to surprise you, like the source material once did, with new twists and turns? I have read the book and I think they’re right. He’s why… It reinforces the core themes of the show and the book Chiefly, anyone can die and this living hell will unleash every element of horror on our survivors. Sisters die, infants die, family members are turned into screeching imps that try to tear your lungs out. Up to this point, it has been the story of Rick. We followed his perspective from the cop car to now. But really, isn’t this a story about survival? And what the price of that survival is? Meanwhile, Rick’s plot arc has reinforced his struggle to assume the leadership role he needs to embrace. Wouldn’t it be an amazingly macabre end if he was overtaken by the burden? If he gave 100% and died anyhow? If that isn’t The Walking Dead, I don’t know what is. It opens up myriad character possibilities Not only has Shane had a more interesting journey. But his very existence in this version of the story gives the survivors two ALPHA personalities to lead them. Meanwhile, a dead Rick ef

Podcast: Thrustin Justice Nov 01, 2011

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Brian takes to the streets to administer his own glittery, banana-hammock brand of vigilante justice. Justin demands the world continue to breed at a breakneck pace. Andrew devises a brilliant plan to fake his own death. Plus, the boys discuss the passing of Steve Jobs. Justice will be thrusted. PARTY ROCK! Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist for only 99¢ at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: @8amUnicorn Waking Elliot Jorge Veliz Picks: Brian- • Reamde by Neal Stephenson Justin- • Real Steel Andrew- • The Borgias

Podcast: The Great Shark Versus Octopus War Oct 18, 2011

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Andrew geeks out about the new Space X launches and proposes the first ever Weird Things meet-up. Brian descends into the jungle to find a furry, bipedal creature. Justin plays referee as the rest of the crew argue with each other on which side of the great Shark / Octopus War they are going to be on. Who will you choose? Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist for only 99¢ at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: @snywalker Jonathan Janzen Diedre & Daniel Picks: Brian- • Breaking Bad Justin- • The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy Andrew- • Real Steel

Podcast: SpaceX Is The New Singularity Sep 29, 2011

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Andrew has a mystery present for the boys which leads to Brian whispering to fish and Justin leering at strangers from a tree branch, waiting to strike. The gang finishes talking about faster than light neutrinos. The gang begins talking about faster than light neutrinos. Andrew struggles with his decision to go green. Brian’s theory on sacrificing his body for trans-planet teleportation is put to a disgusting test. Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist for only 99¢ at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: AnimeCons.tv Jolly Grim Card Game Diedre & Daniel Picks: Brian- • Worthing Saga Justin- • The Prestige Andrew- • Tunnel In The Sky

Podcast: Badassic Park Featuring Hitler & The Chocolate Factory Sep 21, 2011

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A feral child in the woods of Germany lead the Gang into a rousing conversation that eventually ends with Hitler running a magical chocolate factory. Brian is tasked with stocking a new theme park with the most deadly animals on the planet, his choice for an apex predator leaves much to be desired. Justin justifies his belief in elves. Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist for only 99¢ at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: Claymation Werewolf SkepticBros.com Diedre & Daniel Picks: Brian- • Ready Player One Justin- • Moneyball Andrew- • The Last Of The Mohicans

Podcast: All Drug Olympics Aug 04, 2011

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Brian wonders if a bizarre method to get high is real or fake when the boys get word of a new FBI directive. Andrew reveals just how cheaply we can get to Mars and how the budgets of several legitimately terrible movies could help us get there. Justin, via his new alter ego Blowfellow, attempts to solve mysterious case in the woods while his sketchy cyborg partner and dirty informant complicate his questioning. Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist for only 99¢ at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: Nostalgia Bomb Podcast FDZ Clothing Picks: Brian- • Dance With Dragons audiobook Justin- • Doctor Who Andrew- • Hunt For Red October

Podcast: Sweaty Asteroid Of Revenge Jul 22, 2011

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The boys are joined by old friend Brett “The Amtrekker” Rounsaville as Justin schemes up the perfect murder plot which comes dangerously close to his interaction with one of his fellow panelists. Andrew dreams of a beautiful future where we all live on hollowed out space rocks and are delighted by it. Brian wields a razor with deadly accuracy, but will it put him on the wrong side of our new robot overlords? Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist for only 99¢ at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: DadOnTheMove.Blogspot.com Cass Man Jason Horton Picks: Brian- • John Carter of Mars trailer Justin- • World’s Greatest Dad Andrew- • Night of the Comet

Podcast: The Conspiracy Jun 22, 2011

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Justin foolishly rushes into surgery that could make his creepy stare deadly. Brian gets sold a house on the cheap for his family to move into but when winter comes, a vile secret becomes a disgusting reality. Andrew plots the confusing world of global conspiracies and possibly uncovers one that could fundamentally reshape our idea of space travel. PLUS! The first two chapters of Andrew Mayne’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist, as read by Justin is FREE at the end of the podcast! Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book The Chronological Man: The Monster In The Mist for only.99 at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: 9thPointStudio.com JOIN Houston Diamond Club! @iced_demon Picks: Brian- • Book Of Eli Justin- • Public Enemy Zero by Andrew Mayne Andrew- • Super 8

Podcast: Nazi Petting Zoo Jun 04, 2011

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Brian demanding child wants a petting zoo to remember for a birthday party, with dangerous results. Andrew and Justin act the parts of Nazi researchers promising a dynamic new army which would only require training… and chew toys. Meanwhile, Brian debates getting gene therapy to appear manlier and the smartest computer in the world goes back to college. PLUS! The first two chapters of Andrew Mayne’s new book Public Enemy Zero, as read by Justin is FREE at the end of the podcast! Support the show by purchasing Andrew’s new book Public Enemy Zero for only.99 at Amazon.com by clicking the image below! Try out the brand new PODCASTR player, featuring wireless syncing between desktop browsers and iOS devices. Sponsored by: Zombified.TK Happy Birthday Ruth Podnar! Conlangery Picks: Brian- • The Trouble With Physics by Lee Smolin Justin- • In The Plex by Steven Levy Andrew- • Contact (1997 film)

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