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Refuse FascismRefuse FascismHow Billionaires Created a Culture War and Sold School VouchersSam recaps recent developments including the escalating impact on the community of Springfield, Ohio from JD Vance’s Hitlerian lies about immigrants there, the Republican Party that is made up of “Black Nazis” like Mark Robinson, the fascist organizing at the level of the Georgia state election board to find ways to throw the election to Trump in November, plus the heartbreaking stories that are starting to come out as maternal mortality review committees uncover cases of women who did not need to die but were denied life-saving abortion care because of bans in their states post-Dobbs. Then...2024-09-2351 minBlocks w/ Neal BrennanBlocks w/ Neal BrennanJim NortonNeal Brennan interviews Jim Norton ('Nikki & Jim,' 'Jim Norton & Sam Roberts,' 'Opie & Anthony,' standup specials + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.---------------------------------------------------------🎙️ Have a Question about your Blocks for Neal? 🎙️Email “NealBrennanBlocks@Gmail.com” to have your question answered on a future episode. ----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro1:19 Sex Addiction30:43 Compulsion41:15 Negative Confirmation Bias50:18 Greed1:07:00 What He’s Done 1:08:27 Emotional Goals...2024-02-291h 22Chaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralDungeoning & Dragoning for DummiesOn this episode we report back on the Mario movie and gush about Gary Con before we dive into discussing the many ways to play Dungeons and Dragons. (we also make fun of Jennie for not knowing who Matt Mercer is) :32023-05-2243 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralD&D, Warhammer, & Magic: The Hobby Shop TrifectaHey, look, we came back! (We have really good excuses this time, I swear.) In any case, on today's ep we review the D&D movie, pontificate on the Mario movie, gush about Warhammer and Magic, and daydream about Diablo & Final Fantasy. Enjoy!2023-04-1746 minBlocks w/ Neal BrennanBlocks w/ Neal BrennanSam MorrilNeal Brennan interviews Sam Morril (We Might Be Drunk Podcast, Netflix special 'Same Time Tomorrow') about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.--------------------------------------Sam's blocks:00:00 Intro2:28 Biological Father10:37 Can’t Take Time Off But Also Exhausted 22:13 Afraid Success Will Go Away36:14 Alcohol44:15 Ladies--------------------------------------https://nealbrennan.com for tickets to Neal's tour Brand New NealWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://ww...2023-03-301h 02Chaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralJust in Time for the End - 2022 Faves!Holy pooperscoopers, we're alive! Our hiatus went a little longer than we'd planned but we're back just in time to tell you a few of our favorite things from 2022. In this episode we cover: World of Warcraft, Pokemon, Smut both real and fictional, vampire and farming sims, manga, anime, and more!2022-12-2647 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralDoctor Strange 2 Review! (I don't know what it is but I hate it)Sarah, Shaina, & Jennie are back to talk about everything we loved and hated in Doctor Strange & the Multiverse of Madness. (Spoiler free review at the beginning in case you haven't seen it yet!)2022-05-1639 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralWhatcha Playin? Vol 5 (You GOTTA Catch Em All. It's in the title)Welcome back to another round of whatcha playin?! This week Sam, Sarah, & Jennie chat about Elden Ring, Pokemon Legends, Triangle Strategy, Atelier and more!2022-03-2852 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralWe Don't Talk About Generational Trauma (It's the Encanto Ep)It's the Encanto episode! This week Sam, Shaina, and Sarah do a deep dive on one of Disney's best recent releases. Spoiler Alert: We think you should watch it.2022-03-1438 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralRanking Our Formative Disney Crushes (Grumpy Little Dumpster Bird)We watched Watcher's Top Five Beat Down rank Disney characters in order of spice and we just HAD to try it for ourselves. Be warned, the results may surprise you. Maybe disgust you? But hopefully entertain you. (it probably goes without saying but this episode is DEF NSWF)2022-02-1444 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralPokémon Legends Arceus (A psychic squirrel would be pretty freaky)Sarah, Jennie, & Jessica all picked up the brand new Pokémon and are here to give you their first thoughts as they venture out into the vast-ish (and kinda ugly) wilds of Hisui. We tell you what we liked, what we didn't, and what we hope to see in future iterations of this awesome new game style.2022-02-0756 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralWhatcha Playin'?! Vol 4 (Buzz Buzz goes the Game Fly)Happy New Year & Happy Anniversary to us! -insert confetti here- Sarah, Shaina, and Jessica are back to update you all on their current vidja game fixes with an embarrassing segue into trading card stories.2022-01-2439 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralVideo Game Movies (The Good, The Bad, and the ones with Milla Jovovich)In this ep the ladies compare notes on video game adaptations and try and figure out what works and what doesn't. Titles include: Resident Evil, Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter, Detective Pikachu, Monster Hunter, and more!2021-12-2643 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralA Podcast Podcast (blue lipstick makes me feel like I have maple syrup on my clothes)This episode is all about the podcasts we love. From murder to weird history to trash tv- Sam, Sarah, and Jennie give you all their recs. 2021-12-1035 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralDungeons and/or Dragons (There's a CHEESE SYSTEM)We're back and we're ready to cover a topic we've been meaning to discuss for a while- the origin of our namesake: Dungeons and Dragons! Sam, Sarah, and Jess discuss favorite classes, memorable characters and campaigns, whether a wrestling RPG with costumes and entrance music is actually just larping and, of course, cheese. Please enjoy! 2021-11-2734 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralHappy Halloweeeen (Jennie, the devil is here and he sees you)Ready to get 2spooky?? This week the girls chat about what makes this the best damn holiday, ft fave movies, games, traditions, and costumes! Plus we argue about ghosts. Happy Halloween everyone!2021-10-301h 01Chaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralWhatcha Playin' Vol. 3 (Buy Jennie's love with one pigeon)This week we chat about what vidja games we're playing right now as well as discuss highlights from the latest Nintendo Direct. Games include: FFXIV, Sun Haven, Skyrim, Animal Crossing, and Potion Craft.2021-10-0946 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralMARVEL HOUR (Yelling, the Ben Stiller controversy, more yelling, & one minor existential crisis)This week it's all about the MCU! We look at what's on marvel's horizon, reflect on the latest Disney Plus installments and do a LOT of yelling at each other. Please enjoy!2021-09-261h 03Chaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralReady to RAGE (Jennie will mail you her toe)In this episode, the girls talk about games that make them angry while playing and some that make them mad just for existing. Highlights include: Jumping in MMOS, Whitney's Miltank, Crispin Freeman, Nintendo's betrayal of their Animal Crossing players, and ANOTHER SKYRIM.2021-09-1042 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralThe Potpourri Hour - Surviving, Thriving, & Unaliving WoodchucksHowdy! On this week's episode, Sarah, Shaina, and Jessica kick back and chat about whatever comes to mind. Topics range from literally and metaphorically juggling, being a mom in the plague times, and woodchuck murder. Enjoy! :D2021-08-2047 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralHear ye hear ye! It's the Renn Faire Episode! (Huzzah)On this week's episode, the ladies declare their love for the jewel of our midwestern summers: The Bristol Renaissance Faire. We review our favorite snacks, drinks, shops, & shows and do our best to convince you that the Faire is ye olde place to be. (while getting entirely too excited about cheese)2021-08-0639 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralWhatcha Playin'?! Episode Two featuring a Loki TangentThis week Sarah, Shaina, & Jennie are back to chat about what they're currently playing. Topics include cozy games, card games, old standbys and a break to go on a mini Marvel/Loki rant. (Don't worry, Loki spoilers are behind a spoiler warning)2021-07-1050 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralE3 2021 Announcements & Our Tepid to Mild Enthusiasm It's that time again! Kind of? Or like a faint memory of it? This week the gang discusses all the announcements out of this year's E3 and they have one word for you: REMASTERED.2021-06-2543 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralAll MMOs All the TimeThis week Jennie, Shaina, & Sarah are on the cast chatting about the one true love of their collective gamer lives: MMOs. We talk fave titles, classes, genres, and wonder whether blizzard is really just going to make World of Warcraft all over again like we won't notice.2021-06-1354 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralShadow & Bone Review (First annual meeting of the Darkling Fan Club)Sam, Sarah, & Jennie review the Netflix sensation Shadow & Bone and discuss differences between the show and the books, both good and bad. (All spoilers are behind a spoiler warning so the beginning is safe for the uninitiated)2021-05-2840 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralDemon Slayer Mugen Train REVIEWThis week we share our thoughts on the Demon Slayer movie, Mugen Train. (We start with a spoiler free review and announce when we are about to get into spoilers so it's safe to listen to the beginning if you want spoiler free feedback!)2021-05-0731 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralWould you rather? (Nurse Jennie says DON'T EAT POKEMON)This week the ladies play a spirited game of 'would you rather' that ends in an argument about the shadiness of chickens and the deliciousness of Pokémon.2021-05-0139 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralGuilty Pleasure Anime (Third Rate Duelists, Furries, Food Ghosts & more!)This week the ladies admit to their more embarrassing anime faves. Some admissions are controversial but none are terribly surprising. 2021-04-1747 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralThe (Mostly) Wonderful World of Cosplay (Sam is now Turnip Head)Curious about cosplay and conventions? This week the ladies talk all about building and wearing cosplay, including their favorites, dream cosplays, and most challenging builds, plus a little reminiscing about crazy convention days. 2021-03-2757 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralGame Deaths (Did you say he's an old dork?!)This week the ladies talk about their most impactful deaths in games and take you through the 5 stages of game grieving: trauma, rage, depression, peace, and more trauma. [SPOILERS FOR NEIR AUTOMATA]2021-03-1351 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralI wanna be where I won't get stabbedOn this episode the ladies discuss what fictional world they'd most like to live in. Some have much more noble rationale than others. 2021-02-2639 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralQuiz Time! Hogwarts House, Sailor Moon, & D&D AlignmentOn this episode the ladies take nerdy personality quizzes and test their knowledge of each other. The results may shock you! (not really) Also DISCLAIMER: Sarah sounds like she's stuck in a fish tank and we apologize WE'LL FIX IT.2021-02-2043 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralFave Fictional Boyfriends (but don't lick me)Just in time for V-day, the ladies talk about their favorite fictional crushes. It turned into a bit of a journey. WARNING - SPOILER ALERTS FOR: The Adventure Zone Balance, Yasha Hime, Six of Crows/Crooked Kingdom, A Court of Thorns & Roses Series, & Mystic Messenger.2021-02-1340 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralWhatcha playin?! (Don't drink the potion)This week the ladies sit back, relax, and chat about what they're currently playing, as well as what they look forward to playing in the coming year. As predicted, hijinks ensue. 2021-02-0644 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralMaximum Video Game NostalgiaThis week the ladies recall the first game that grabbed their baby nerd hearts and turned them into lifelong game lovers.2021-01-3039 minChaotic NerdtralChaotic NerdtralLets Talk Ghibli (also Jennie might be a serial killer)Chaotic Nerdtral's maiden voyage into podcasting! The ladies introduce themselves and discuss their favorite Studio Ghibli films. Some maybe overshare a little too much about themselves. 2021-01-1540 minMoonlight Mile from BFF.fmMoonlight Mile from BFF.fmEpisode 10 - Keep On RunningRunning wild, running for cover, running for office.  We're putting one foot in front of the other this week. Enjoying the show? Please support BFF.FM with a donation. Playlist 0′00″ Nowhere To Run by Martha and the Vandellas on Nowhere To Run (Soul) 3′59″ Run, Run, Run by Ann Peebles on I Can't Stand the Rain (Fat Possom) 6′31″ Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me) by The Temptations on Sky's the Limit (1971 Motown Records) 8′51″ Run Rudolph Run by Chuck Berry on Run Rudolph Run (Chess) 10′02″ Two Trains Running by Dave Van Ronk on Here Me Howl Live...2018-10-0600 minMoonlight Mile from BFF.fmMoonlight Mile from BFF.fmEpisode 2 - The CityBack with episode 2, we explore all things urban, hop on the subway and join me for a ride through the city. Enjoying the show? Please support BFF.FM with a donation. Playlist 10080′00″ Bright Lights - Live by Gary Clark Jr. on Gary Clark Jr. Live (Warner Bros) 10089′27″ If You're Going To The City by Mose Allison on The Best of Mose Allison (Atlantic) 10093′12″ I Dig a Big Town by Dan Penn on Close To Me (Ace Records) 10096′00″ Traffic by Marc Maron on Final Engagement (Stand Up!) 10098′13″ Crosstown Traffic by Jimi Hendrix on Electric Ladyland (Sony Music...2018-07-2800 min