Shows
Idle Ride37 - The Last of Us S2 Episode 1: Future DaysThe Last of Us Season 2 is finally here and we're so happy to be sharing our thoughts and reactions with you all! We talk teen Ellie and how Joel is always a dad's maid and never a dad. Catherine O'Hara gets her very own cinematic universe. The zombie versus bear debate is solved. Paul helps us stay OSHA compliant and gives us a lesson on electricity. While Marcy wants the boys to let the girls do what they do best...be badasses!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at i...2025-05-211h 49
Idle Ride36 - Apple+ Silo Episode 2: Holston's PickThis episode Marcy and Paul are joined by their friend Greg Howard from Realm News podcast! This episode introduces many of the main characters of the upcoming 2 seasons, including Marcy's favorite best fried duo Juliette and Shirley. Ongoing comparisons between the writing of author Hugh Howey and Stephen King abound. Marcy loves the elder love story and the found family themes in the show. Paul can't get enough of deep drilling in his Lessons in Lore. Greg talks catacombs. And everybody loves a Pez Dispenser! Trigger warning for talk of suicide in this episode. If you or a loved...2025-05-091h 48
Idle Ride35 - Apple+ Silo Episode 1: Freedom DaySeason 3 of Idle Ride is finally here! Our plan is to review the Apple+ series Silo and the second season of HBO Max The Last of Us. For our first podcast episode, we will be discussing Episode 1 of Silo titled Freedom Day. This episode features a new segment that Paul coined as Marcy's Story Time, where she reads aloud passages from the book to compliment the show. Marcy also compares author Hugh Howey's book Wool to the show and how his writing style compares with Stephen King. Don't worry, we didn't leave out Lessons in Lore. Have you ever won...2025-04-231h 44
Idle Ride34 - Prime Fallout Season 1 WrapSeason 1 of Fallout has sadly come to an end. But don't worry Paul and Marcy wrap the season with a bang! If you were wondering where to find a real life equivalent to a Super Duper mart, Paul knows just the place in Vegas. Marcy can't stop thinking about Val Kilmer's The Saint when cold fusion is mentioned. And the cohost's agree that the diaper man was the most influential side character. Finally, what would Fallout be without the music! With ends come new beginnings. Get ready to gear up for their journey into the world of Apple+ Silo an...2025-03-201h 44
Idle Ride33 - Prime Fallout Episode 8: The BeginningJoin us for the Season 1 finale of Fallout! Cameron from the podcasts A Newbies Trek Through the Next Generation and Open Pike Night helps us speculate about the future of the series. Also in this episode the friends can't get over the robo brain on a roomba. Paul coins being Bilbo Baggins'd and Marcy reveals that she is the President of the Walton Goggins fan club to Cameron. In the end, all the hosts make wishes and predictions for season 2 of Fallout. Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idl...2025-02-121h 53
Idle Ride32 - Prime Fallout Episode 7: The RadioDJs, Hacking, and Snake Oil Salesman galore! The penultimate episode of Fallout Season 1 gets a bad rap, but John from Open Pike Night is here to defend it. We tee up all the important characters for the final episode. Thaddeus takes center stage in all the hosts hearts. Max and Lucy solidify their budding romance and The Ghoul saves Dog Meat. All the characters are on their way to Moldaver and Hank MacLean and the hosts are on their way to the final episode!Check out John's podcasts Open Pike Night and Green Shirt: A Newbies Trek...2025-01-311h 40
Idle Ride31 - Prime Fallout Episode 6: The TrapHold onto your hats because this is going to be a long but uproariously fun episode! Greg Howard from the Realm News podcast joins us to discuss everything Fallout. Max and Lucy are chilling in Vault 4, while the Ghoul finds out more about Moldaver. Finally the episode where we get to see the gorgeous face of Matt Berry. Come here for Fallout, but stay for the deep dive into Cults. Follow The Dark Lord @realmnews.bsky.social and listen to his podcast on spotifySend us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email...2025-01-152h 12
Idle Ride30 - Prime Fallout Episode 5: The PastThe Past has one major failing, it's Gogginsless! Paul and Marcy really miss their Goggins fix, but don't worry they still have alot to gab about. Marcy continues to drop those Fallout gaming nuggets and Paul does a deep dive into power armor during his Lessons in Lore. Episode 5 begins digging deeper into the Vault 31 mystery with Norm taking the lead. This episode is also very Maximus centric and the hosts try to decide if Maximus is really dumb or really complicated. As our characters journey through the waste, the issue of trust is a big one. What's the...2025-01-011h 13
Idle Ride29 - Prime Fallout Episode 4: The GhoulsThis episode explains some questions about the ghouls in the Fallout show, but not to Paul and Marcy's satisfaction. The hosts are over joyed that Matt Barry is the voice of the Mr. Handy. Norm is Marcy's favorite character and Paul is really loving the Ghoul.Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-12-191h 09
Idle Ride28 - Prime Fallout Episode 3: The HeadPaul and Marcy continue to enjoy the antics of Lucy, Max, and the Ghoul! This episode they go into depth on the movie Westerns that influenced them and subsequently influenced the Fallout franchise. Marcy talks about all the fun Fallout video game easter eggs throughout and Paul's Lesson in Lore is really a lesson on morality as he educates us on the origins of the Golden Rule.Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-12-051h 36
Idle Ride27 - Prime Fallout Episode 2: The TargetPaul and Marcy are still loving Prime Fallout! This episode is Marcy's favorite because it features...you guessed it...Dog Meat! A famous hero dog in the Fallout game universe. Paul educates us on the dog human connection and Marcy tells the story of a real life dog hero from World War I, Sergeant Stubby. There are lots of silly and fun moments in this episode.Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-11-221h 24
Idle Ride26 - Bonus Episode: Fallout Shelter Video GameThe boys are back! John and Cameron from the podcasts Open Pike Night and Green Shirt: A Newbies Trek Through the Next Generation have returned to discuss Fallout Shelter. Who knew there would be so much discussion about the different ways your vault dwellers can make babies? Also, don't miss the adorable interlude with Cameron's son Atreyu as he describes why you should play this cute game.Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-10-2450 min
Idle Ride25 - Prime Fallout Episode 1: The EndIt's finally here! The Amazon Prime Fallout show Marcy has been gushing about for so long. This episode brings the perfect blend of silliness, gore, and amazing storytelling. Marcy points out every Fallout game reference and Paul gives us a fun Lesson in Lore about real life examples of vaults.Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-10-091h 21
Idle Ride24 - Bonus Episode: Fallout 3, 4, and New Vegas Video GamesMarcy and Paul are joined by their good friends John and Cameron from the podcasts Open Pike Night and Green Shirt: A Newbie's Trek Through the Next Generation to discuss all things Fallout! In this episode we go into depth on Fallout 3, 4, and New Vegas and all the things that make this franchise so special. Don't miss out on Lore Master John's DLC ratings, Cameron's passion for New Vegas, Marcy's love for the Vaults, and Paul's annoyance at Karma.Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-08-161h 16
Idle Ride23 - Bonus Episode: Fallout 1 & 2 Video GamesInterested in the origins of Fallout the TV show on Amazon Prime? Marcy and Paul have got you covered in this episode where they discuss the origins of early RPG video games, the SPECIAL system, and all things Fallout 1 and 2!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-08-0151 min
Idle Ride22 - Bonus Episode: Dishonored Video GameWe continue to review the post apocalyptic video games that we love and Dishonored is one of Paul's favorites. We delve into the moral quandries that these games put us through and how we each deal with it in our own ways. Marcy can't stop accidentally killing people and Paul is judge/executioner of peoples hearts. Don't miss this fun bonus ep!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-07-1635 min
Idle Ride21 - Netflix ATLA FINALE Episode 8: LegendsWe finally made it to the end! Guest host John T Bolds joins us from the Open Pike Night podcast to analyze the final episode of the Netflix live action Avatar: The Last Airbender. Boy is this one a doozy, it starts out strong but falls prey to the previous episode difficulties. Despite it's good graphics, attention to detail with the different cultures, and amazing side characters Marcy, John, and Paul all agree that if you want an ATLA experience, go back to the animation. Following this episode we will be moving on to review Amazon Primes Fallout Series!2024-07-101h 12
Idle Ride20 - Netflix ATLA Episode 7: The NorthPaul and Marcy are happy to finally be closing in on the end of ATLA season one. The duo discuss Sokka's ongoing role as the main character next to Zuko and how he is now just a loverboy. Marcy laments the lost Aang and Katara love and friendship storylines. She is also frustrated that one of her favorite episodes from the animation The Waterbending Master was truncated and less impactful. Paul struggles with boredom and admits that he would love to be a food bender! Join us for this scathing review!Send us a text2024-06-2659 min
Idle Ride19 - Netflix ATLA Episode 6: MasksIt's finally here, Marcy's favorite episode! Masks melds The Blue Spirit and Avatar Roku episodes from the animation into a cohesive and engaging storyline. Dallas Liu shines as Zuko, showing a complexity of emotion that hits home with both Paul and Marcy. Aang is finally represented in this episode as the playful, but clever Aang we have been longing for all season! Join us for the best episode of the season!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-04-231h 14
Idle Ride18 - Netflix ATLA Episode 5: Spirited AwayThis episode is all about the spirit world! The creators for the Netflix Avatar couldn't help themselves, they just had to bring EVERY single spirit from the animation into this one episode. Paul and Marcy continue to be here for the Zuko and Sokka storylines and you'll also get a comprehensive list of all the cartoon bears they know! Enjoy this very special episode about a Teddy Bear circle.Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-04-161h 09
Idle Ride17 - Netflix ATLA Episode 4: Into the DarkSecret Tunnel! This episode of Idle Ride Marcy and Paul continue to be frustrated with the shows portrayal of Team Avatar. Paul discusses the problems with spliting the party, but he loves how Bumi was represented. Marcy is all in with the Zuko and Iroh story line. Both wish Aang was given the complexity of story that his animated counterpart had in spades. At the very least you have to stay for Uncle Daddy Iroh!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-04-081h 04
Idle Ride16 - Netflix ATLA Episode 3: OmashuThis week we discuss the Netflix Avatar the Last Airbender, Episode 3, Omashu. The show continues to be on point with side characters as both the Cabbage Merchant and Jet are introduced with flair. But Marcy and Paul continue to puzzle over why the show runners decided to make Aang so Aangsty. Marcy also continues to cry "Where's APPA!" Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-04-0145 min
Idle Ride15 - Netflix ATLA Episode 2: WarriorsIn this episode the duo discusses ATLA Episode 2 Warriors. Marcy has watched the whole season and discusses the many changes being made compared to the original animation. Paul just likes that it is a Sokka heavy episode. One thing is for sure we both love Iroh and Zuko!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-03-2638 min
Idle Ride14 - Bonus Episode: Eastward Video GamePaul and Marcy discuss the video game Eastward and it's many parallels to The Last of Us. Marcy loves the cute vibe of the game, while Paul is facinated by pixel boobs. Enjoy this quick interlude while waiting for more ATLA content!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-03-1532 min
Idle Ride13 - Netflix ATLA Episode 1: AangThe episode where Marcy couldn't contain her excitement and watched the first episode without Paul. Marcy wants more Appa and Paul has a hot take at the end!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-02-2549 min
Idle Ride12 - Netflix Avatar: The Last Airbender Trailer BreakdownMarcy and Paul gear up for the new season of Idle Ride by doing an indepth breakdown of the first full trailer for the new Netflix show, Avatar: The Last Airbender. There will be some minor spoilers from the animation version of this show peppered throughout the episode. Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email us at idleridepodcast@gmail.com.2024-02-2138 min
Idle Ride11 - Bonus Episode: Breakdown of Frost Punk the Video GameMarcy and Paul talk about what's next for Season 2 of Idle Ride and if you love video games this is the episode for you! They do an in depth look at the game Frostpunk by 11 Bit Studios and mention countless other games in the process. They also discuss how this game will give you the feel of The Last of Us TV show/game, despite being a top down city builder. There are plenty of stories and science to whet your appetite as well!Send us a textCheck us out @idleride on Bluesky. Email u...2024-01-2941 min
Idle Ride10 - The Last of Us S1 in Review (Clips, Books, and Music)It's finally here! The wrap of The Last of Us season 1. Paul and Marcy do the clip show of your dreams! If you've been jonesing for just a little more The Last of Us while waiting on Season 2, this is the episode for you. We discuss all the favorites and mosts of the episode. If you haven't figured it out yet, we're in it for the journey not the final destination. Also with Last of Us homework, we give you book ideas and discuss the musical stylings of the show.Send us a textCheck us...2023-12-251h 20