In this chaotic episode, Spencer and Kevin are in the same room?! We try sour candy with an incredible amount of lore, Spencer talks movies, gives Kevin a gift, and we touch on robot taxis, Spencer's new job and petrified forests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 17 min
"Community" and "Victorious" actor and all around great guy Darsan Solomon joins the show to talk about his acting and writing journey, improv, how to become a strike captain, and Dan Harmon's story circle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 8 min
No One Can Know About This hosts Jeff Eckman and Ryan Kasmiskie are back again to discuss what may be Evangelion's most budget conscious episode so far. Can a show pull off a clip show only 14 episodes in, or is this a framing device for something deeper? Does the show's sense of conveying the emotional impact and loss of a sense of self hold up? Kevin does a book report on the first episode of Death Note, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 23 min
This week's guest is Joseph Lepore from the Rude Tales of Magic podcast who shares his story from acting to comedy to DMing and even lets slip his cookie recipe secrets. Kevin tries to help Spencer's Patreon by drinking enchilada juice. Spencer bought a pool noodle.... you won't believe what he does with it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 18 min
This week Spencer and Kevin go deep into the world of Magic: The Gathering, dissecting the recent controversy surrounding the banning of certain cards and the subsequent fallout. They also sip on some peculiar sodas, including the elusive Oreo Coke Zero and a haunted apple Fanta, while reminiscing about the good old days of diet sodas and the unique flavors of their youth. Spencer pitches a Magic: The Gathering-themed show inspired by Yu-Gi-Oh!, and the duo tackles listener mail, offering insigh...
Oct 10, 2024•1 hr 12 min
No One Can Know About This hosts Jeff Eckman and Ryan Kasmiskie return to discuss a polarizing episode of Neon Genesis Evangelion. NERV gets a computer virus that's more than just a virus, Ritsuko and Misato's past get revealed and we try to figure out what a protein wall is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Spencer's on a quest for the perfect scrambled eggs, maybe pickled onions can save the day? We're joined by tax reform focused political activist and writer Maura Quint to discuss revamping taxes, tacos and baby monsters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Actor, comedian and musician Tim Platt joins Spencer and Kevin to talk about the role of comedy in D&D, his unique creative process, including his time with Rude Tales of Magic, improvisational comedy, and how he blends music and stand-up into his performances. He also shares tales from his past, like breaking his finger playing football and the existential crisis that followed. If you're curious about what inspires Tim's comedic voice, his thoughts on the art of improv, or if you’ve ever wa...
Sep 19, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Spencer discusses his weight loss journey and shows off with his uncannily accurate Tarot card reading on Kevin. Kevin's also losing weight, possibly due to his patented Starbucks Speedball regimen while watching videos of women getting their cars stuck. Make sure you catch the video to see Spencer's new exoskeleton! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 12, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Writer and creator Cody Ziglar (Rick & Morty, Futurama, She-Hulk, etc) join Spencer and Kevin to talk about the next episode of Neon Genesys Evangelion. Find out who gets promoted and save Tokyo-3 from destruction on this action packed recap! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 7 min
We couldn't record a new episode this week, so Spencer explains why. Then we pull out one of our favorite past episodes from the vault! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 10 min
In this episode of Anime Binge Club we jump into Episode 11 of Neon Genesis Evangelion. A mysterious power outage causes chaos in Tokyo 3, Spenpai gives another lesson, the Olympics wraps up, and we debate the role of computers and AI in governance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr 13 min
In this pop culture driven episode, Spencer and Kevin are joined by special guest Abed Gheith. Abed shares his thoughts on the latest Batman cartoon, "Batman: Caped Crusader," and its noir-inspired take on the classic character. We also jump into the complexities of multiplayer games and the politics involved, particularly in Magic: The Gathering. We also touch on some societal issues, such as the nuances of cancel culture, the expectations we place on public figures, and the complexities of nav...
Aug 15, 2024•1 hr 17 min
DISCLAIMER: SPENCER LIKED DEADPOOL. HE LIKED IT A LOT. On today's episode of Anime Binge Club, we look at the fascinating world of anime tropes and storytelling with Neon Genesis Evangelion episode 10. Spencer and Kevin discuss the intricate plot points and character developments in the latest episode, highlighting how the narrative builds tension and explores themes of vulnerability and competence through Asuka's character. They also touch on the cultural nuances in anime, such as the trope of ...
Aug 08, 2024•1 hr 12 min
This week we dive into a wide-ranging discussion that touches on personal growth, emotional maturity, and the intricacies of human behavior. We explore the impact of emotionally immature parents on their children and how such traits can manifest in their own lives, often through patterns of behavior that are hard to break. The conversation meanders through the significance of global community versus global market, the challenges of creating a just society, and the potential pitfalls of tribalism...
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 27 min
In this episode of Anime Binge Club, we're joined by Alexis Quasarano to jump into the intricacies of Neon Genesis Evangelion episodes 8 and 9. We discuss the introduction of new character Asuka and her dynamic with Shinji, touching on themes of teenage angst and the burden of piloting Evas. The conversation also explores the complexities of Misato's past relationship with Kaji and the comedic yet action-packed moments that define these episodes. Alexis shares insights on the cultural and themat...
Jul 25, 2024•1 hr 29 min
In this episode of Anime Binge Club, Spencer and Kevin delve into personal introspection and the impact of self-help books, specifically "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents" by Lindsay C. Gibson. Spencer shares his recent personal revelations and the validation he feels from the book, while Kevin reflects on his own patterns of behavior in relationships. The conversation also touches on the political climate and the nature of healing fantasies. Then we dive into episode seven of Neon...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 19 min
We dive deep into episode 6 of Neon Genesis Evangelion that maybe spends a little too much time engaging chevrons and not enough on the art and story. Spencer and Kevin come away with some wildly different takes on the same scenes, then Spencer goes over some self-discovery breakthroughs and possibly makes up some One Piece plot lines to impress Kevin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 9 min
We finally made it to 150. Spencer and Kevin do a "Power Hour" of shots, rants and hot takes. Spencer admittedly gets real weird with it in a strange podcasting traumablast set to the periodic accompaniment of random beverages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 30 min
Implausibly, it is still not the 150th episode yet so Spencer talks Eva with Ryan and Jeff instead. Episode 5 of Evangelion on Anime Binge Club! Plus, kevin is floppy now? Can he get out of the internet? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 27, 2024•1 hr 49 min
We're still getting ready for 150, which is sure to disappoint! But until then, check out a good episode of a good podcast instead! This is No One Can Know About This, a podcast where my friends Jeff Eckman and Ryan Kasmiskie play every Final Fantasy. I stopped by during Friendsgiving to do some Questing and Breasting. Turkey Breast, that is! Enjoy this episode of No One Can Know About This, and check out patreon.com/nockat for more! It's a ton of fun. We're huge fans of the pod. Kevin especiall...
Jun 20, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Jeff Eckman and Ryan Kasmiskie return to discuss anime and Evangelion. We're all deeply moved by how little is said and shown in this episode, while there's a huge range of emotion and compassion invoked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 13, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Spencer grows concerned about his internal mystery meats, so he reverse engineers a political party and debates running for office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 15 min
It's a real hedgehog's dilemma here, but don't worry, Spencer explains it really goodly. We're trying to do anime, but we have to get a few things figured out first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Straws are for women, Jerry Seinfeld is for Pop Tarts, Kevin is against The Big Bang Theory and Spencer is just mad at rappers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 16, 2024•1 hr 13 min
We have the triumphant return of a Jeff, Spencer reveals an alternate version of a popular theme song, and we experiment with introducing non-anime lovers to Neon Genesis Evangelion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 09, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Spencer comes out with some extremely controversial takes. He's very into his rice cooker, being basic, and those little ham cubes. The post-intro slump turns into a pop hit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 02, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Things get experimental and a little unhinged as technical problems challenge Spencer and Kevin while reviewing some bold new snack flavors. Kevin shares his controversial technique for hacking Mountain Dew syrup while Spencer bravely samples mango-infused Doritos. Amidst the culinary chaos, they reflect on the chill vibes and great food scene in Portland compared to the more hustle-focused energy of LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Now That’s What I Call Happens! Volume 6! The Show is taking the week off, so listen back on all the best bits from your 9th or 10th favorite podcast. It’ll have you saying Now That’s Not A Biweekly Podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2024•40 min
Somehow, an episode of That Happens has released. Sorry about the audio, but it's about the journey this time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11, 2024•55 min