The Fandom Show

104: Dungeons And Dragons

Let's roll! Get out your shiny math rocks, because today we're talking to comedian, writer and certified bard, Kris Siddiqi (he/him) about the world's most popular role-playing game; Dungeons and Dragons. Join our party as we discuss classic published adventure modules, epic monsters, the satanic panic, how to create a great character, the popularity of actual plays, and why everyone should take time to sit down with their friends and make stuff up. Plus; a little visit from the ghost of Gary Gygax! The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@FandomShowPod! Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes

103: Hades

There is no escape! Get ready to go on an epic run through hell, because this week we're talking to writer, mythology nerd and self-proclaimed 'sweaty gamer', Motzie Dapul (she/her), about the rogue-like game that keeps her coming back for more; HADES. We chat about Ancient Greek deep-cuts, Hermes level speed runs, never-ending dialogue options, the online Hades community, and how they made the perfect sequel. Plus; Motzie summons dating profiles for the Gods. The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@FandomShowPod! Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes

102: Labubu

Get ready to unbox all the secrets of the craze that is sweeping the internet, because we're chatting with Jaime Lujan (he/him) about his love for the little gremlins called LABUBUS. Come with us as we learn about their nordic origins, version types, secret Labubu's, blind boxes, their rise to viral stardom, some surprisingly deep lore, best unboxing practices and hardcore resale markets. Plus, how to spot a Lafufu (fake) and why we all want a skeleton boyfriend.  The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@FandomShowPod! Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes

101: Birds

KA-KAW! Grab your field guide and a pair of binoculars because today we're joined by avid avian nerd, Rob Cumming (he/him) to learn all about our flying, feathered friends and the people who love to watch'em; BIRDING! We chat about which birds are assholes, memorizing bird calls, terrible nests, epic adventures around the world, listing vs. watching, Birder drama and why the Red Wing Blackbird is actually SUCH an asshole. Plus, how to get started in birding and some tips to identify common North American species. The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@FandomShowPod! Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes

100: Disc Golf

ONE HUNDRED EPISODES! Today we're celebrating our 100th episode by talking to comedian and actor, Alastair Forbes (he/him) about the high-flying world of DISC GOLF! We learn about the differences between 'ball' golf and the disk variety, how to avoid 'nice-ing' someone, the perils of disk collecting, the magic and variety of course terrain, tournament drama, volcano adventures, inconvenient trees and how divisive politics have somehow made throwing a plastic disk into a (very very stupid) debate. Plus, we learn how to summon the wrath of Alastair's (objectively awesome) Mom .  The Fandom Show Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can also watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@FandomShowPod! Want to learn more about this as well as all our episodes, and get access to even more fandom? Check us out at Patreon.com/TheFandomShow Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes