This week Patsy and Ashes are joined by Powerful Brandon (BraPow) and James Lamond (Jimmy Lambs) to discuss the lore and characters of beloved video game franchise and movie franchise that certainly exists, Mortal Kombat! There is a ton of back and forth about how the movie changed the lore, whether that was good or bad, and how the characters were portrayed from the games to the films, and how things have progressed since the first game arrived in our homes as kids! As is customary, the convers...
May 27, 2021•2 hr 36 min
This week, in honor of the 10th anniversary of the show coming on the air, Patsy and Ashes are discussing the first season of Game of Thrones! They do their best to cover all of the characters, but there are so many, and so many storylines that revolve around them that they can't get to everyone. From the Starks to the Lannisters to the Baratheons to the Mormonts, they give you a good range of characters and how this season set the tone for everything that would follow and taught us a valuable l...
May 21, 2021•1 hr 58 min
In a very emotional episode, Patsy and Ashes talk about one of their dearest friends and longtime supporters, Riku, who passed away last week at the age of 31. Riku was one of the first people to support the podcast, and had become a very close friend not only to Patsy and Ashes, but to many across the podcasting community. Riku was more than a listener, more than a friend, he was part of the family and will be deeply missed by many people. Patsy and Ashes barely hold themselves together as they...
May 13, 2021•2 hr 2 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are discussing those overlooked members of the Star Wars community - Droids! Yes, they will break down the different classes and types and give you all the great information you've come to expect from this show, as well as a few interesting moments and one sort of sad revelation about one of the droids! Not only that, but they throw down a new battle, and give you a unique look at their thoughts on droids with their Getting Into Character segment! All this and more on t...
May 07, 2021•1 hr 18 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are discussing the latest Disney+ hit, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier! They discuss the various characters, how they interact, their motivations and desires, as well as some context outside of the show, to give you an idea of who they are and why they find themselves in the position they do. They will also go into great detail as to why the title of Captain America means as much as it does. They also give you a list of some of their favorite best friend duos, battle ...
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 44 min
This week it's off to Staten Island to visit with the vampires of What We Do in the Shadows! In this episode, Patsy and Ashes take a deep dive into the hilarious, cruel, and often stupid vampires that live in the house that is maintained by Familiar Guillermo De La Cruz! They also give you the deeper backstories that you don't get with the show, as well as how it ties in with not only the movie of the same title but the greater vampire myhology! They also get into character by discussing what ki...
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 31 min
This week it's time for Patsy and Ashes to finally cover Grease! For Patsy, this was a first-time watch recently in order to interview some of the cast on the Creator Spotlight Show this past Monday. They try not to focus so much on Sanday and Danny, but the rest of the T-Birds and Pink Ladies, because they're the real stars of the film. They also discuss what "gangs" they would be a part of, drop a new battle, and give you some tantalizing clues of what is coming down the pipeline. Also, don't ...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 38 min
This week it's milestone time! For their 250th episode, Patsy and Ashes were LIVE and had a bunch of friends along for the ride! They also debut their brand new theme, a new closing song, and more! But that's not all! The topic for this week is your favorite fandoms, and some of your favorite characters, and there's a whole lot of great franchises getting some representation, as well as some discussion about which actors and shows people don't quite disagree on, and why that's okay. There's also...
Apr 09, 2021•3 hr 15 min
This week Patsy and Ashes welcome author Luke Cunningham to the show! He's here to discuss his new book, Leo: Inventor Extraordinaire, a take on the life of Leonardo DaVinci, but with a Dan Brown meets Harry Potter twist! They discuss the incredible artwork, the journey upon which Leo finds himself, and Philadelphia sports! They also discuss the path Luke took when it came to writing this story, how he managed to get his words from inside his head onto the page, and more! Ashes also has a new wi...
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr 34 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are joined by a half-dozen folks to discuss Zack Snyder's vision for the Justice League with no restraint on spoilers! They're joined by fellow Dorkening Network podcasters Leo, Coop, and Steven, as well as model/actress Bloody Jess Snyder (no relation), the Most Adorable Member of Amalga-Mania's High Council Colleen the Conqueror, and BraPow of PowCo, Powerful Brandon of the Powers Combined! Facebook group! The gang points out what they liked and didn't like, changes t...
Mar 25, 2021•2 hr 32 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are delving into the world of Clarice Starling! From her humble roots to the rise through the ranks of the FBI to her inevitable showdown with Hannibal Lecter (which ends differently depending on the medium). They also discuss her interactions with the other characters that surround her in the show, movies, and books as well as her growth from a naive trainee to a seasoned member of various task forces. They also discuss serial killers that they'd like to have dinner wi...
Mar 18, 2021•2 hr 2 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are discussing Agatha Harkness, a name you might be familiar with if you've been watching WandaVision! They discuss her powers, origin, where she pops up, her motivations, and other aspects of her character's history. They also let you know what kind of animals they would take as their familiars, the meaning of the phrase "Squirrelfriend" and so much more! All this and how YOU can help fight pediatric cancer on this week's episode! StrongWILLed Sports Memorabilia & ...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 41 min
This week it's time to talk about the Resident Evil movies! Patsy and Ashes welcome one of the most adorable and fun admins of Amalga-Mania (Sorry, Ian Wallace) to the show - Colleen! Colleen lets us know some of her favorite things, what her Game of Thrones life would be like, and of course, shares her thoughts on Milla Jovovich's Alice from the 6 Resident Evil films! They discuss Alice, her powers, her journey, and her seemingly ceaseless battle against the forces of the diabolical Umbrella Co...
Mar 04, 2021•2 hr 16 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are joined by author Stephanie Kane as she discusses her book Cold Case Story, a true crime novel that is based on actual events - in which Stephanie herself was involved! She discusses her quest for the truth, how the case impacted her life, and the lengths she went to in order to finally exorcise the demons of her past! All this plus her stellar answers to the Getting Into Character questions she's asked (after which Patsy craved salmon) and a preview of what's coming...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 4 min
This week Patsy and Ashes welcome writer/podcaster/voice actor Dan Foytik to the show! They discuss his audio dramas, podcasting journey, and the connection to Patsy and Ashes that spurred the connection in the first place! They also discuss music boxes, elevators, and creepy ghosts of little girls who decide your fate! They also give you the new battle results, previews of upcoming shows, and a big surprise for next week's episode! All this and more on this week's show! Follow Dan and check out...
Feb 18, 2021•1 hr 32 min
This week there's a slight change in format as Patsy and Ashes welcome in a slew of guests (after a brief bout with technical difficulties) to wildly speculate about the upcoming Godzilla vs Kong film! They're joined by (in alphabetical order) Leo Pond the Grand Admiral and King of the Dorkening Podcast Network, Colleen of Amalga-Mania, Model and Actress Jessica Snyder, Powerful Brandon of Powers Combined, and Kaiju Expert Christofer Nigro of Wild Hunt Press! They speculate on a series of differ...
Feb 11, 2021•2 hr 32 min
This week Patsy and Ashes discuss one of the most iconic Muppets of all time...again - Miss Piggy! They discuss her history, her character development of the past 40+ years, and how the change in Muppeteers hasn't meant a change in voice or personality. They also give you some thoughts on who they'd like to have for Muppet friends and Muppet roommates! All these plus battle results and the preview of the next couple of shows as well as another awesome announcement! Find out more at https://throw...
Feb 04, 2021•1 hr 13 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are bringing a bit of nostalgia as they cover Kermit the Frog! From his humble beginnings to his ascent to stardom, they cover it all! They even delve into how enduring the character's legacy has become, thanks in part to the crafting and cultivating by Jim Henson. They also touch on how he interacts with the other characters on the various shows and in the various movies, and the respect he commands without being overbearing. There's also wine news, a new battle, and a...
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 33 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are discussing, among other things, Butters from the hit show South Park! But before they do, they delve into their favorite coffee, falling on ice, and Ashes' "fun-cussion". They also discuss their favorite episodes of South Park before really delving into Butters. From his naivete to his criminal record, they take a deep dive into who Butters is, and how he interacts with the other people around him. All this, plus battle results, and more on this week's episode! Find...
Jan 21, 2021•1 hr 9 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are back to discuss Wanda Maximoff - the Scarlet Witch! They discuss her powers, multiple-choice origin, her impact on both the Marvel Cinematic Universe as well as dozens of comic storylines! They also discuss which mutant characters they'd like to be twins with, give you a chance to help improve the show, as well as a brand new battle! All this and more on this week's episode! Find out more at https://throwdown-thursday.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https:...
Jan 14, 2021•1 hr 38 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are here to give their thoughts on the movies and TV that they were most looking forward to in 2020, and what lived up to expectations, what didn't, and what was missing entirely. They also give a detailed list of what they're looking forward to in 2021, including some under-the-radar stuff that might have slipped past you! All this plus a look ahead to what's coming up this year! Find out more at https://throwdown-thursday.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: http...
Jan 07, 2021•1 hr 39 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are ringing in the new year in style with their first-ever LIVE show! They're not alone, though because they've got a TON of friends joining them! They discuss their favorite characters and movies, and their guests share their lists, including a surprise visit from EMMA EXTREME, who shares her top five experiences from 2020! With the in-studio (remote, of course) guests, and the folks watching at home as well as the folks who took the time to send in voice messages and ...
Jan 01, 2021•4 hr
This week Patsy and Ashes are putting on a variety show to entertain you this holiday season! With songs, mad-libs, new commercials, and readings of classic Christmas poems, this show has it all! Patsy and Ashes give you a fun-filled ride through the holiday season inspired by all the shows they grew up watching themselves! Be sure to stay off of the naughty list and check out this week's episode! Find out more at https://throwdown-thursday.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinec...
Dec 24, 2020•36 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are discussing Bilbo Baggins, one of the most important characters in all of fantasy literature and cinema! First off, they tell you what role THEY would like to play in Tolkien's world and where they'd like to live. Then they delve into who Bilbo is, why he was chosen, and how he shaped the lives of everyone in Middle-Earth and beyond! Did they enjoy the movies, or do they think that this installment is dragon down the franchise? Only one way to find out! Also, they le...
Dec 17, 2020•2 hr 12 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are covering the exploits of the "evil" Dr. Heinz Doofenshmirtz from the popular animated show "Phineas and Ferb"! They discuss his backstory and motivations (but somehow forget to mention that he was abandoned by his parents as a young child and was raised by ocelots) and whether he's truly evil. They also talk about some of the "inators" that they would create and why, as well as give you the results of the most recent battle. All this plus a preview of the rest of th...
Dec 10, 2020•1 hr 33 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are discussing one of the best comedies of all time, 1980's John Landis-directed The Blues Brothers! They discuss not only the characters, but also how the actors took on the roles, and how things had to be accommodated for John Belushi, as well as the SNL skit that launched the pair. They also discuss their chemistry as veterans of Saturday Night Live and the time they spent with the other actors in the film. All this plus battle results, a NEW battle, and Patsy and As...
Dec 03, 2020•1 hr 30 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are discussing one of the best holiday films of all time - Trading Places! From Thanksgiving to New Year's Eve, this film has you covered for all the holiday hijinks you could want. Just kidding, they're discussing the societal, economic, and racial disparities between this film's main characters, Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) and Louis Winthorp III (Dan Aykroyd). From their initial meeting to their eventual team-up, and all the hilarity that ensues all throughout....
Nov 26, 2020•2 hr 6 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are happy to welcome to the show the directors of The Orange Years: The Nickelodeon Story - Scott Barber and Adam Sweeney! The two of them tell the story about how the documentary came to be, and the impact Nickelodeon had on their lives, which echoes the impact it had on the lives of everyone who watched it growing up. Patsy and Ashes open the show discussing the Nickelodeon programming that was important to their formative years, and offer up a new battle - the first ...
Nov 19, 2020•1 hr 47 min
This week Patsy and Ashes welcome talented writer/director/actor Alyssa Botelho to discuss her debut film, Junkie! Alyssa discusses the process of casting, writing, and directing the film, where it came from, and how she managed to choose this idea over several others that she had in her arsenal. She also answers some pretty tough Getting into Character questions and gives a bit of a preview of what's next for her. All this plus the announcement of what's coming for next week! Stay tuned because...
Nov 12, 2020•1 hr 20 min
This week Patsy and Ashes are covering Borat Sagdiyev of the controversial films of the same name (more or less). They discuss how the films were marketed vs the actual message they were conveying, and how the character was created. They also discuss how he helped to point out various cultural differences between Americans and how we view foreigners. There are also some great impressions...NOT. All this, plus battle results and a preview of upcoming shows! Find out more at https://throwdown-thur...
Nov 06, 2020•1 hr 54 min
