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The Stars Aren't Alright is an Actual Play comedy/horror podcast, blending the Lovecraftian mythos with a far future, sci fi setting. The…

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The Stars Aren't Alright is an Actual Play comedy/horror podcast, blending the Lovecraftian mythos with a far future, sci fi setting. The Keeper, Brian, uses the Call of Cthulhu TTRPG system to lead Alex, Catherine, Tom, and Leah through a series of mysterious events, unfolding…

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Episodes

New episodes usually come out every two weeks.76 episodes
  1. Oct 25, 2026 · 1 hr 41 min

    Tom's S3 Oneshot: Tis Mid-Evil PT 2

    A fisherman. A blacksmith. A bard. An animal "catcher". Together, can they survive the horrors built into the fabric of their society? It's TSAA, baby - probably not. Join us for the epic conclusion to Tom's oneshot - with a surprise special guest appearance from a main season NPC...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener…

  2. Sep 29, 2026 · 1 hr 21 min

    Tom's S3 Oneshot: Tis Mid-Evil PT 1

    Tom once again yanks the reins to this nano-carriage as he leads us back in time while being forward in time to the pastoral planet of Ambrosia, where we meet Lolli (Leah), William (Brian), BETHANY STEEL (Catherine), and Glonn (special guest, Mel) as they celebrate the Harvest Festival! Asses are gotten medieval upon, fret not. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs…

  3. Sep 6, 2026 · 1 hr 35 min

    Leah's S3 Oneshot: Do Not Fear The REAPRs (PT 2)

    Join Joint, Frog, Sexy Dan, and Chipper as they complete the mad mental maze made most manifest by Miskatonic Tech...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Aug 9, 2026 · 1 hr 29 min

    Leah's S3 Oneshot: Do Not Fear The REAPRs (PT 1)

    Meet Joint (Kat), Frog (Tom), Sexy Dan (Jessie), and Chipper (Brian) as our fearless Gaykeeper (Leah) leads us into a labyrinth of experimentation and grief - and, in true Gaykeeper form, gross squelchy body horror. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See…

  5. Jul 12, 2026 · 2 hr 28 min

    Season 3 Recap: A Girls Gotta Have An Arc

    In this recap of season 3, we discuss the ups and downs, forwards and backwards of The New Meta. Questions from each other, questions from you, our lovely listeners - all to the dulcet tones of a selection of this season's OST. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast.…

Earlier episodes (71)
  1. Jun 21, 2026 S3e13: Saccade PT 2
    Juno makes several Persuade rolls. Glade does what she has to. Alastar shows off his piloting skills. Barron attempts rocket science. In the dark conclusion to season 3, our crew face impossible choices - either bad OR worse would be a gift at this point... (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly…
  2. Jun 14, 2026 S3E13: Saccade Part 1
    The crew of the Violet King Henry talks about tubes - and comes to a fateful decision about their path forward in Part 1 of our Season 3 Finale...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  3. May 31, 2026 S3: The Road So Far...
    Enjoy this brief, spoiler heavy recap of Season 3, episodes 1-12! We're in the process of getting episode 13 recorded, and we can't wait to bring that to you. In the meantime, why not enjoy some not-malt malt liquor at a licensed establishment - unless you don't drink. In which case, why not enjoy some jalapeno flavoured hot spittin' spot hidden lube? *not for drinking. (This podcast contains scenes of violence,…
  4. May 17, 2026 S3E12: Symbiosis
    The crew undertakes a dramatic rescue - all while certain doom approaches from orbit. Glade and Alastar make an agreement. Barron plays with a big tube. Juno is a wizard. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  5. May 3, 2026 S3E11: Sandra, On the Run
    Alastar and Glade learn of a devious and brilliant plan to get past the Navy. Juno and Barron bond over their convalescence. Things get desperate for our increasingly ragged band...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  6. Apr 19, 2026 S3E10: Get Out Of My Brain
    Finally reunited, our team makes good their escape from Rita's N'Gurath LTD building. Juno and Barron fight for their lives, while Glade and Alastar also fight for Juno and Barron's lives. A sacrifice must be made...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See…
  7. Apr 5, 2026 S3E9: The Storm
    Chaos ensues as Naval remnants descend. Glade contemplates the psychology of wardrobe. Juno warms herself with old flames. Barron greets an unexpected visitor. Alastar, in a departure from his normal modus operandi, commits more murder. One imagines Doug happy in his truck. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is…
  8. Mar 22, 2026 S3E8: The New Meta
    Alastar engages in Kutainian diplomacy. Glade, Juno, Barron, Creed, and Mike all learn about physics. Doug gets to sit in a truck! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  9. Mar 8, 2026 S3E7: Two Paths, Same Road
    Glade and Alastar wade through fire and blood for their friends. Juno and Barron wade through luxury and vulnerability to make a new friend. Creed and Doug try to keep up with our semi-lovable band of nonsense goblins. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See…
  10. Feb 22, 2026 S3E6.5: Down By The Bay
    In this brief, cannon, and lore-heavy aside from Season 3's main cast, join Taylor, Mistress Sin, Cassandra, Griswold, and Jarnne...Jennr...Yawna...Rob's character as they escape from Abditus Bay, a colony that has been left behind by the USC - but not by the creatures that are emerging from the void....(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject…
  11. Feb 8, 2026 S3E6: The Calm Before The Storm
    Barron tries to lie a lot. Juno makes a credit rating check. Glade attempts diplomacy. Alastar gets offended. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  12. Jan 25, 2026 S3E5: A Little Bit of Rita
    Our team makes the trip to the Baha system, to the planet of Mahm-bo V. The crew meets the Navy. Juno meets an old "friend". Barron speaks fluent Mean Girl. Glade goes shopping. Alastar is huge. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
  13. Jan 15, 2026 S3E4: Cars, Cargo Bays, and Culinary Conundrums
    Glade works on her mechanics, Juno works on her weaving, Barron works on his science, and everyone else works on manual labor. The crew decides their next destination, realizing that nowhere is truly safe...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
  14. Dec 21, 2025 Christmas 2: (Christ Harder)
    Join us as we perfectly recreate the best Christmas movie of all time - DIE HARD! Again, it's perfect. A 1:1 recreation. SEASON 3 WILL RESUME IN JANUARY, BE NOT AFRAID. Happy Holidays you beautiful people, we love yooooooooooou! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast.…
  15. Dec 14, 2025 S3E3: Grave Robbers
    Glade and Alastar gamble with money and their lives. Barron gambles with his well-being to connect with Creed. Juno gets a new job. Doug suffers nonsense with grace. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  16. Nov 30, 2025 S3E2: Pit Stop
    The crew deals with the fallout of their foray into each other's memories. Glade and Juno spend time together. Barron and Alastar have differing culinary tastes. Doug and Creed are there, too. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
  17. Nov 16, 2025 S3E1: Nobody Stands Alone
    Welcome back for Season 3, folks! Join Alastar, Juno, Barron, and our favorite tortured and masked mercenary, as our crew navigates the reality of apocalypse, and something even darker - their own brainholes. Specific TW: this one contains scenes of child harm and mental coercion - keep yourselves safe while listening! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right -…
  18. Nov 9, 2025 Season 3 Teaser
    We can't wait to bring you season 3 of The Stars Aren't Alright - full episode coming next week! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  19. Oct 31, 2025 S2.5 E4 PT 2: The Battle of the Basement
    Tough decisions, boot lube, and extraordinary violence; what more could you possibly ask for? Join us as we conclude Season 2.5 in classic TSAA fashion - I'll leave it up to you to define what that means for yourselves. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See…
  20. Oct 26, 2025 S2.5 E4 PT 1: The Sticky Basement
    The crew explores intuitive parking options in Tortuga. We meet Bruce, Grace's brother. There's a library. The crew makes a fateful decision...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  21. Oct 19, 2025 S2.5 E3: Out of the Frying Pan...
    Marmot finds connection in unexpected places. Maeve and Lara look out for each other. Bean climbs and Mawl Eah...well, Mawl Eah does her own thing. Abby remains insane and Celery is still sleepies. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
  22. Oct 12, 2025 s2.5 E2: The Ship Within The 'Ship
    Mawl-Eah practices defensive driving. Bean gets to climb something. Lara and Maeve discuss family. Marmot warms up to new ideas. Also, there's some eye stuff so go in warily if that's not your thing! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
  23. Oct 5, 2025 S2.5 E1: Powerful Women with Powerful Handguns
    We join the Anserina once more as Mawl-Eah and Maeve make good their escape from Gorto City. Meanwhile, in a whole other star system, Lara and Bean deal with the realities of their career paths, previous relationships, and familial drama. Also, don't even THINK we forgot about BUUB BABYYYYY (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter.…
  24. Sep 21, 2025 The Preacher and The Sh*thead
    Coming soon to a Gigatheatre Holoplex near you! (Listen to Seasons 1 and 2 of The Stars Aren't Alright - Season 3 coming soon!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  25. Aug 27, 2025 Catherine's S2 Oneshot: A Heist on the Promethean Highway PT 2
    (SEASON 2 SPOILERS ABOUND) In the thrilling conclusion to Catherine's season 2 oneshot, we find out whether Maxwell (Caleb), Clitus (Brian), RKQ (Leah), and Spedy Stev (Alex) have what it takes to complete their objective - and get out alive. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  …
  26. Aug 11, 2025 Catherine's S2 Oneshot: A Heist on the Promethean Highway PT 1
    (SEASON 2 SPOILERS ABOUND) Join Maxwell (Caleb Ellsworth-Clark), Speedy Stev (Alex), RKQ(Leah), and Clitus (Brian) as they attempt to complete a complicated heist after the events of Season 2! Catherine has created an unholy alliance of Call of Cthulhu and Blades in the Dark and we do our absolute best to be huge morons while she wrangles a cool story from our nonsense. (This podcast contains scenes of violence,…
  27. Jul 7, 2025 Tom's S2 Oneshot: A Miner Issue PT 2
    Rejoin Charles (Brian), Nikki (Leah), Gothar (Karlyn), and Dicky (Jess) as they try to escape the void, and the horrors therein (Tom). We conclude this particular Season 2 oneshot in style - meaning, with a bodycount. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See…
  28. Jun 22, 2025 Tom's S2 Oneshot: A Miner Issue PT 1
    Tom leads us into the dark void of contract work in his second oneshot! Join Gothar, Nikki, "Dr." Dicky, and Charles as they near the end of their 10 year contract - special guests Karlyn and Jess absolutely crush it in this one, as they so often do. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly…
  29. Jun 1, 2025 Season 2 Recap: Now What?!
    SPOILERS ABOUND IN THIS EPISODE - DO NOT LISTEN UNTIL YOU HAVE FINISHED SEASON 2 OR YOU'LL EXPLODE. In this recap episode, the cast talks about their favourite clips from Season 2, and answers questions from our Discord - all to the sultry tunes of Season 2's soundtrack. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is…
  30. May 18, 2025 S2E13: Sing Thee To Thy Rest
    In the season finale, our team is stuck between bad and worse choices, and the fate of the surviving residents of Gate City hangs in the balance...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  31. May 4, 2025 S2E12: The Maw of the Beast
    Glade resolves a workplace conflict. Juno tries to game the system. Alastar just wants to phone home. Barron holds hands. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  32. Apr 20, 2025 S2E11: Change, Chance, and Choice
    GC News sends out a controversial message. The crew engages in some light looting. There's a fort made of baby mannequins. Glade faces a tough choice, and decides to smooch about it. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  33. Apr 13, 2025 Season 2 AMA
    In this short interlude, we take questions from our fans! Any questions we didn't get to will be answered in greater depth in our Season 2 recap that we'll record when Season 2 is done and dusted. Love yooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooou (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted…
  34. Apr 8, 2025 S2E10: Decidedly Not Woo Part 2
    Juno learns some unfortunate truths about the Church of His Light. Alastar sees the light. Glade is a determined guard dog. It gets real in this one, team. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  35. Mar 30, 2025 S2E10: Decidedly Not Woo Part 1
    Glade shoots her shot. Alastar observes a transformation. Juno can't quite put her finger on the situation. Pyotr, on the other hand, gets to the thrust of the matter. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  36. Mar 16, 2025 S2E9: A Whole Ass Thing
    Glade and Alastar use teamwork to overcome obstacles. Juno practices conflict resolution. Pyotr practices alternative medicine. Long jackets, gunfire, explosions, and space amphetamines - everything a growing hominid needs. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See…
  37. Mar 3, 2025 S2E8.5: The Bellendi Estate
    Is the Paladin the BBEG of the campaign? Is it Doug? Nope, it's scheduling conflicts, as always. Fortunately, we're joined by Karlyn and Oscar for Episode 8.5 - a glimpse at what else is happening on the Promethean Highway while certain speeches are given in Gate City. We also learn the origins of a certain leatherbound book which has caused so much trouble, hundreds of lightyears away... (This podcast contains…
  38. Feb 16, 2025 S2E8: A Scooch of Economic Terrorism
    Alastar and Glade get the best medical care organized crime has to offer. Juno meets a fan. Pyotr decides to get some yield from the curve. Doug phones in briefly. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  39. Feb 2, 2025 S2E7: Don't Split The Party
    Pyotr sets the stage for his big speech with Doug's help. Juno comes to terms with why she's here. Glade decides to dance. Alastar submits a complaint to HR (with references). (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  40. Jan 20, 2025 S2E6: We Love A Tunnel
    Juno and Pyotr contemplate some light reading. Glade takes charge once again. Alastar is here for the vibes. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  41. Jan 5, 2025 S2E5: Put On Your Walking Pants
    Juno contemplates hypnosis. Glade keeps her mask on while taking her mask off. Alastar networks while on a work trip. Pyotr and Doug speculate on real estate - tactically. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  42. Dec 24, 2024 Holiday Special: A Very Pyotr Christmas
    SEASON 1 SPOILERS - IF YOU HAVEN'T FINISHED SEASON 1, GIVE THIS A MISS UNTIL YOU DO. In this non-canon aside, the cast drinks a bunch of egg nog and tries to recreate A Christmas Carol from memory. Our success? Limited. The plot? Unhinged. The lessons learned? Dubious. Enjoy this lil' holiday present from our messed up comedy/horror family to yours! (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and -…
  43. Dec 22, 2024 S2E4: Look At Me Now, Dad
    Pyotr traumatizes hospital staff. Juno and Glade carpool. Alastar takes a detour to diss an old man before getting a bad performance review from his boss. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  44. Dec 8, 2024 S2E3: Dream a Little Dream of Me
    We decide we're going to learn more about Pyotr's backstory, even if we have to put him in a medically induced coma to do it. Juno and Glade's reunion doesn't go the way we all thought it would. Alastar's boss is being a real capital B - oh yeah, and he drinks wine out of a bedpan. Doug and Glade argue about capitalism. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right -…
  45. Nov 24, 2024 S2E2: Breakdown Lane
    The crew makes their way back to where it all started - Gate City, baby. Juno, Pyotr, and Alastar debate with Siri. The Mask tries to bond with Juno. Doug tries to be a gentleman. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  46. Nov 10, 2024 S2E1: Spittin' Hot Truth
    WE'RE SO BACK, BABY! Meet Alastar Bran - an enormous CORPSEC agent with a penchant for violence and an anime-inspired loadout. The familiar faces - Juno, Pyotr, The Mask, and Doug - make good their escape from Gizen-Sha Station. Picking up where we last left off at the end of Season 1, things go...well, pretty much exactly as you'd expect. There's a fart shuttle in this one! (This podcast contains scenes of…
  47. Oct 27, 2024 S1.5 E4: Descent into the Sanctum
    Marmot, Maeve, MawlEah and Celery finish up Season 1.5 in style - boot wings included. Reeling from revelations, feeling the crushing weight of corporate greed, and unnerved by the promise of something even darker, our crew descends into the bowels of Gorto City. Save the sister, save the galaxy? Maybe let's just aim for survival. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 6:45. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language,…
  48. Oct 20, 2024 S1.5 E3: A Steaming Pile of Exposition
    Marmot, Maeve, and MawlEah investigate Lucas Firinn's apartment. Celery keeps watch with eyes big and small. We stay on brand with more sci-fi lube content, and you know what comes back this episode? That's right, the TRAIN BABYYYYY THE TRAIN IS IN THIS ONE TOO CHOOCHOO LETS GOOOOOOOOO - DOWN TO BUSINESS: 7:45. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing…
  49. Oct 13, 2024 S1.5 E2: The REALest of MEAT
    The crew of the Anserina makes their way to an allegory for late stage capitalis- I mean, Stevald IV in their search for Maeve's lost sister, Abigail. Celery uses vanity to get past the space TSA. MawlEah COEXISTS with toxic unicorn toys. Marmot enters the Matrix and wishes he hadn't. Maeve, as always, keeps us on track - her perpetual curse. Oh - there's a train in this one if that's your thing! It comes back…
  50. Oct 6, 2024 S1.5 E1: The Beginning of an Interlude
    Join the crew of the Anserina - Maeve, Marmot, MawlEah, and Celery - as they pursue a contract for their mysterious benefactor, The Officer. An engineer, a hacker, a socialite pilot, and a 126 year old barber might just be the crack team this galaxy needs to save it (but probably not). In this interlude, an all new cast helps us prepare for Season 2 in the best way we know how - crude humor and cosmic horror! (This…
  51. Sep 30, 2024 Trailer - Season 1
    Curious about what you're in for with The Stars Aren't Alright? So are we! Have a quick listen, and then have a longer listen - described as "Absurdist Horror", fans of Aliens, Monty Python, and The Room should feel right at home. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See…
  52. Sep 22, 2024 Catherine's ThreeShot: Call Center of Cthulhu PT 3 of 3
    The horse traps? Knitted. The customers? On hold. The Phil? Collins'd. The Lord's? Justice. Join Cathy, Lonestar, Howie and Craig as they finally discover who is responsible for their misfortune, and the misfortune of the Call Center itself, in the blood gargling conclusion to Catherine's three shot. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 9:25. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right -…
  53. Sep 8, 2024 Catherine's ThreeShot: Call Center of Cthulhu PT 2 of 3
    Cathy, Lonestar, Craig, and Howie delve deeper into the mysteries of the Call Center. A Caesar cypher makes all of us confront our fragile masculinity. Brian gets to recycle a lot of old sound bites from previous episodes. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 8:56. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on…
  54. Aug 25, 2024 Catherine's ThreeShot: Call Center of Cthulhu PT 1 of 3
    Catherine leads us into the godless pit of despair that is customer service in the Call Center of Cthulhu! Join Howie (Brian), Craig (Alex), Cathy (Leah), and Lonestar (Tom) as they try to keep their sanity in the multidimensional horror of the call center. We commiserate on the service industry for about 13 minutes - skip to that point if you wanna get to the goods! DOWN TO BUSINESS: 17:16. (This podcast contains…
  55. Jul 28, 2024 Tom's Oneshot: The Most Astral of Adventures PT 2
    After the planetary landing went sideways, we meet up with our Extreme Tour Guides Sidd, Marco, Adella, and Buddy the Bear on the surface of Radwin V. Things get spooky as the architect of their misfortune delves into their fears and insecurities, and we most certainly do NOT split the party (citation needed) in the uberduber super spoopums finale to our Most Astral of Adventures! DOWN TO BUSINESS: 3:12. (This…
  56. Jul 14, 2024 Tom's Oneshot: The Most Astral of Adventures PT 1
    Join Marco, Adella, Sidd, and Buddy the Bear - elite tour guides with Astral Adventures LLC - as Tom Keepers us all down to the surface of Radwin V, to lead some rich people on a tour that costs more than most people will make in their lifetimes. This tour was planned and executed using machinery and software sourced from the absolute lowest possible bidder - what could possibly go wrong? DOWN TO BUSINESS: 6:30.…
  57. Jun 23, 2024 Leah's Oneshot: The Gals Aren't Alright PT 2
    Our gals continue their unintentional spelunking through the cave of horrors in the bloodcurdling conclusion to our GayKeeper series. Brigitte demonstrates how well she can climb. Jessica does her best. Coleen embraces an open-door mentality. Tonya makes statements about democracy. Cathy is glowing. There's a gun in this one. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 2:05. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and -…
  58. Jun 9, 2024 Leah's Oneshot: The Gals Aren't Alright PT 1
    This time we hand Leah the reins, as she leads Brian, Tom, Alex, and our new friend James in a dark and scary cave, for what is probably the third-worst bachelorette party you've ever heard of. Join Brigitte, Coleen, Tonya, and Jessica as they slowly unravel the mystery of missing appendages, and girlboss gatekeep gaslight themselves into and out of trouble. PT 2 coming soon! DOWN TO BUSINESS: 5:05. (This podcast…
  59. May 12, 2024 Alex's D&D Oneshot: The Kids Aren't Alright
    We give Alex the reins, and he leads us to glory (chaos) and (mis)adventure! As would-be transfers to the prestigious Knockleberry College of Swordsmanship, Spellerey and Sneakerey, our band of rampaging hormone homunculi must navigate the inscrutable and arcane world of a college admissions interview for the pre-eminent adventuring academy in the land. Will Sol's perfectionism be her undoing? Will Hael purge the…
  60. Apr 16, 2024 Season 1 Recap: I Thought We Had More Time
    Keeper and cast unite to discuss season one while we get progressively sillier, until the whole thing devolves into nonsense (even more so than usual). Join us while we discuss characters, storylines, behind the scenes details, tidbits of what might be in the future, and Catherine's childhood office supplies - all while serenaded with a random splattering of music from Season One. (This podcast contains scenes of…
  61. Apr 15, 2024 S1E11: Be Not Afraid
    Religious Extremists? Check. Wanted Terrorists? Check. The Puddle? Check. Our flimsy plastic bag of humanity makes a desperate attempt to escape Gizen-Sha station in our season 1 finale, still reeling from the revelations of Lift (and Glade)'s memories... DOWN TO BUSINESS: 7:00. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion…
  62. Mar 17, 2024 S1E10: The Fundamentals of the Principles of Historical Astro-Economics
    Glade gets in touch with her inner child. Juno realizes our 'ship is sailing through some rough waters. Pyotr decides what he's gonna be when he grows up. Lift tells chatGPT to get bent. Doug completes a Sudoku (subtextually - he's not in this one). DOWN TO BUSINESS: 9:30. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is…
  63. Mar 3, 2024 S1E9: Fever Dreams
    (TW: Suicide 2h36m) Our mishmash of marginally lovable misfits have a chat with the architect of their suffering. Lift and Glade take a walk down memory lane. Juno is humbled. Pyotr closes a deal. Doug is not in this one. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 12:30. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on…
  64. Feb 18, 2024 S1E8: An Industrial Amount of Lube
    Our puddle of sentient chaos continues their journey on the Violet King Henry , making their way to Gizen-Sha Station. Juno and Glade open up after taking inventory of the ship's leftover cargo. Lift, Doug, and Pyotr induct Juno into the Thot LLC while she's hammered. Glade and Pyotr demonstrate their conflict resolution skills. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 7:55. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and…
  65. Feb 4, 2024 S1E7: No Ships Like Friendships
    The increasingly battered and bruised group finally get themselves off the station. Pyotr puts two and two together, and wishes he hadn't. Juno eats crackers and tries to do therapy at Glade. Lift uncovers details about his past that provide more questions than closure... DOWN TO BUSINESS: 8:00. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter.…
  66. Jan 21, 2024 S1E6: A Spooky, Soylent Hallway
    Our merry gang of degenerates plunges into an alternative route suggested by Special K. Juno starts her electrician's apprenticeship. Pyotr learns about the drip of the future. The evidence of darkness and evil grows stronger - Lift and Glade do violence about it. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 6:50. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener…
  67. Jan 7, 2024 S1E5: Sympathy for Oxygen Tanks
    [Note: There was a strange audio glitch on Brian's track for a few seconds - it's not you, it's us] Our beat up group deals with the aftermath of Juno's gunshot. Pyotr experiences empathy for inanimate objects. Secrets are revealed, but only bring up more questions. Brian is required by law to offer his apologies to the country and peoples of Australia. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 6:50. (This podcast contains scenes of…
  68. Dec 22, 2023 S1E4: Go Play Outside
    Our ragtag gang leaves the station to do a 30 km spacewalk. Their oxygen? Limited. Their tempers? Limited. Their experience? Limited. But, it's just an EVA - how hard can it be? DOWN TO BUSINESS: 5:30. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
  69. Dec 10, 2023 S1E3: The Long Arm of the Law
    [Note: This episode was recorded in a much different space than our first episode - as such, there were some issues with the sound. Let us know if it needs work!] Low blood sugar, explosions, getting shot at - it's not been a great couple of days for our heroes. Maybe assembling the team will help? Doubtful. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 3:29. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs…
  70. Nov 26, 2023 S1E2: Blackmail, Booze, and Burning Buildings
    [Note: This episode was recorded in a much different space than our first episode - as such, there were some issues with the sound. Let us know if it needs work!] Our heroes cover up crimes not committed by them, commit some new ones, and uncover new secrets that drag them deeper into conspiracy...also we dunk on the British Empire a bunch. DOWN TO BUSINESS: 11:30. (This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult…
  71. Nov 13, 2023 S1E1: Welcome to Gate City!
    Welcome to Gate City - a massive Beam Gate Station approximately 6000 light years from Earth! (Also, learn WTF that means.) In this episode, we meet our characters - Glade, Pyotr, Juno, and Lift - as their lives are turned upside down...(This podcast contains scenes of violence, adult language, and - if we did our jobs right - disturbing subject matter. Listener discretion is strongly advised.) Hosted on Acast. See…
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