Michael Ian Black continues reading Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Victor Frankenstein once again contemplates all his sordid choices and throws another damn pity party, and Michael makes it clear that he will not be participating in his wife's tag sale. For bonus content & book club chat go to https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 05, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Victor languishes in gaol after being charged with the murder of Henry Clerval, and Michael languishes in the wilds of Connecticut feeling unsettled after a trip to The Haunted Mansion. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Support us at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 28, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Ruminating on trucks and the trucking life as Victah Frankenstein finds himself imprisoned for a SHOCKING crime. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. There's more at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 21, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Michael always liked Buck Henry, who he briefly mentions in this episode. He just seemed like a dry, funny guy who didn't take himself too seriously, as evidenced by his performance in, "The Player," in which he pitches "The Graduate 2." There's really no reason for us to be discussing Buck Henry at any length in the description but why not have a little homage for a terrific American comic voice. And, as always, Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Get more at https://www.patreo...
Sep 14, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 44
This whole season is about creation...its possibilities and limits. There's no more appropriate Frankensteinian holiday than Father's Day. Obviously mothers do a lot more creating than fathers, but Mary's book focuses on big M and little M men, and so we acknowledge them today. Frankenstein reading continues. https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 07, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 43
In which Michael, your humble host, ruminates on ex nihilo creation and also the band Kiss. And he get annoyed all over again at the book. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 31, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Michael gets way off track here. And as always, Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Aug 24, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Things kick off with an explosion and end with a bang. Actually, Michael doesn't remember how they end, but they definitely start with an explosion. The Big Buddy and his trusty sidekick arrive in England for, apparently, no reason, and then decide to try the haggis up north. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 17, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 40
As Vic and Hank meander along the Rhine, Michael moves the entire Obscure set-up outside to better consider nature, and he looks great doing it. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Aug 10, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Michael's cat is annoying the heck out of him. He's a junky and it's the worst. Also, Victah Frankenstein is figuring out what to do to honor his promise to the Big Buddy. How will he make the She Buddy? New volumes, new journeys, same old annoying cat. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Follow the journey at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack ! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 03, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Michael promised a Frankenstein update, and that update is HERE! We pause between Volume 2 and 3 for a story. More updates and bonus content is at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Jul 27, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 37
In which your humble host fires up his beef with Marc Maron for no good reason whatsoever. True pettiness on his end. And as always, Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Want more petty b.s.? Visit https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 20, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Michael's personal crisis continues, and the Big Buddy finally gets to the point. For those who enjoy sweeping, inaccurate generalizations, this is the episode for you! Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. More inaccuracies at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 13, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. More topsy-turviness in Michael's world and Big Buddy's. Neither of them have very good plans to deal with the chaos in their worlds. Only one of them plans to burn down Geneva, however. One good plan? Sign up for more content at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 06, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Big Buddy is hellbent on revenge and plans to take on the entire g-d world. Use your head, Big Buddy. This isn't going to end well, as Michael learned the hard way. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Don't forget to share your reviews! https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 29, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Big Buddy and Michael both contemplate taking gambles: Michael with his poker stash, his with his VERY LIFE!!! An exciting tale from both of them. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Support what you love! https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 22, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 32
What does Michael do? Read and comments as he goes. What is he about? Respect for women. We knock Mary Shelley down when things are lousy, we gotta boost her up when things are good. The Big Buddy examines pleasure and pain. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. More pleasure (less pain) at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 15, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. The story takes a wild detour this week with a tale of jail breaks, exile, slavery, and Mohamatams. More wild tales + bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 08, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Lots of complaining about jigsaw puzzles and this f'ing book. But also, some SCINTILLATING questions about the nature of our existence. We are all truly blots on this Earth. Get more Obscure at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 01, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 29
In which Michael complains more about the book but then something VERY EXCITING happens - bah buh BAAAAAAH - and then he complain some more. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. We want to hear all your complaints (and praise). Send us those reviews! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
May 25, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Michael's in a good mood, as our Big Buddy holes up in his hovel stalking a family like a weird-o. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. You know what else helps his mood? Those stars and reviews! Please keep 'em coming. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
May 18, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, and he covers a lot of ground in this episode, though the Big Buddy travels not very far at all. Plus, he memorialize a different kind of giant. https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
May 11, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Our woeful monster begins to sing his lament to Victor Frankenstein. Plus, it's PIZZA NIGHT!!! What is your MPA? Tell us as you in your review! https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
May 04, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Just as Michael begins to despair that the story will ever go anywhere, Vic-tah Frankenstein finds himself face to face in the snowy Alps with the Big Buddy. So much tension you want to scream, "Get a room!" And then they DO! Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Support what you love! https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Apr 27, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Michael comes to you in some duress during this episode. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Apr 20, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Victah Frankenstein is getting a little emo. Lots of shoegazing and moping around and the beginnings of a plan of action. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. There's more action at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Apr 13, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Fates hang in the balance! Poor Justine finds out whether or not she will die. Victor Frankenstein examines his conscience and finds it infested with worms. At long last, Prometheus begins to get his due. WARNING: NO NUDITY! Want more Obscure? Get book club access, bonus episodes and more at https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...
Apr 06, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Justine Moritz is being tried for the murder of poor William. Plus: it's Insurrection Week here on Obscure as Michael contemplates what happens when gods regret their own creations. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Support the good mad scientists! https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 30, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Little William is dead! Could the Big Buddy be to blame? How is Jesse Pinkman involved? You'll never BELIEVE who is to be tried for murder. Things are getting HOT in the Swiss Alps. Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 22, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Michael Ian Black reads Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and he's not pulling any punches. William is dead, and he doesn't care. "This is a terrible podcast," he says. Don't agree? Show him your love! https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 16, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 18
