The Fandom Show

106: Political Satire

This week we're chatting with comedian, Beaverton writer and satirist extraordinaire, Clare Blackwood (she/her) to discuss the fandom that keeps us laughing (so we don't cry!); Political Satire! We get into the details of what makes something satirical, punching up vs. punching down, the unseen prevalence of political comedy, when jokes become reality, the best comedians in the game, why satire is important (but not THAT important) and how certain politicians (coughtrumpcough) don't actually make comedy any easier. Plus, we play a game of 'real headline vs. fake headline'.  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

105: Heated Rivalry

We're coming to the cottage! Put on your coziest Olympic fleece because today we have 'I Hate It But I Love It's Kat Angus (she/her) back to talk about two hockey players so hot, they're melting our frozen hearts; it's HEATED RIVALRY! We chat about the unforeseen success of this small Canadian show, why it appeals to such a wide variety of demographics, steamy sex scenes, Russian accents, and a whole puck-load of angsty yearning. Plus, we learn a little something about 'hockey' terms and come up with some great ideas for t-shirts. 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

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