ANIMALCAST

Animalcast Episode 51

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:42:00 GMT

You should be reading show notes, but Kyle's baby screwed everything up, and so now all you get is this pithy commentary.

Animalcast Episode 50

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 13:55:00 GMT

Holy half-century marks! The Animalcast has reached episode 50! Just like all those people who said we'd never be able to publish games in print, we have now proved wrong all the naysayers and haters who said we'd never make it to 50 episodes. With absolutely no fanfare, the guys spend this episode talking about online gaming. From play-by-email to play-by-bulletin board, the guys begin their discussion of the pros and cons of gaming via the internet. Some experiences have been great (Paranoia PBeM) and some have sucked (everything else done via board and email), and as one would expect, the horror stories are abundant. However, time runs out on this subject as the guys get distracted by various stories from their past. So they resolve to continue their discussion next week with IRC, WebRPG and speculation on Gleemax's pipedream.

Animalcast Episode 49

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 17:06:00 GMT

Kyle is tired and cranky. Mike compensates. The guys engage in banter for the entire episode.

No Podcast This Week

Sun, 1 Jun 2008 14:12:00 GMT

Mike is visiting me on vacation and I'm still up late at night with a creature that shits and cries a lot. So we're taking this week off. Next week we'll have never-before-heard outtakes and return with a new episode the following week.

Animalcast Episode 48

Sun, 25 May 2008 14:31:00 GMT

In Episode 48 of the Animalcast, the guys get to the bottom of the controversy stirred up in Episode 47. Specifically, they get the real answer as to the similarities between Father Llymic in WotC's Elder Evil's supplemental book and Kyle's project, Gemini's Glade. It turns out it was a case of parallel development. In this indepth interview, the guys talk with Jason Bulmahn, who authored the Father Llymic portion of Elder Evils. Kyle offers a full apology and retraction to both Jason and Robert Schwalb. The guys then talk to Jason about his work on the Pathfinder RPG rules for Paizo with Monte Cook as a consultant. Jason talks about what it's like working with Monte, how good Monte smells and answers the burning question Kyle has been trying to get an answer to- does Monte ever ask about him? Jason also talks about working at Paizo, and they conclude the episode with a few choice words Kyle has for Nick Logue at Sinister Adventures. Jason predicts Kyle will be issuing a retraction and apology to Nick Logue in the near future.

No Podcast This Week

Sat, 17 May 2008 16:48:00 GMT

Kyle was "busy" attending the birth of his eighth child. Mike was ready to go and fully prepared. Clearly someone's priorities are screwed up. New podcast next week with (hopefully) Jason Bulmahn of Father Llymic/Elder Evils fame and a statement by Robert J. Schwalb.

Animalcast Episode 47

Sat, 10 May 2008 16:03:00 GMT

In Episode 47, the guys continue with the second part of their RPG pitch experiment, where they pitch to each other secret ideas they've developed for games and try to flesh them out. But first, Kyle reveals a shocking controversy that he has only just discovered. On a tip from an anonymous source... one of his brothers, but not Boner... Kyle learned that a recent WotC product contained an idea remarkably similar-- some would say identical-- to an idea he developed in March of 2004 and discussed publicly on the podcast last July. Kyle's lawyers have advised him not to make any accusations of intellectual property theft, so he is careful not to. But he does state a rather strong opinion about how the similarities between his idea of Gemini's Glade and the Father Llymic villain in WotC's Elder Evils could potentially be explained. Kyle then pleads for the book's author, Robert J. Schwalb, to come on the podcast to clear up the situation. So after half an hour of this nonsense, the guys pitch four ideas, two of which suck and two of which are awesome, but remarkably similar.

Animalcast Episode 46

Sun, 4 May 2008 00:21:00 GMT

In Episode 46, the guys dedicate the entire hour to pitching new RPG ideas to each other. Over the past two weeks they have individually tried to develop a handful of original RPG ideas and are revealing them to each other on the podcast, then working together to flesh the ideas out. Mike first pitches a supers game with a unique take on what being a hero means. Then, inspired by the Sinister Adventures podcast and his musings on Grand Theft Auto IV, Kyle comes up with a new Dungeons and Dragons supplement. Trying to develop a game that his kids can play, Mike pitches an idea based on cartoon premises and quasi-super powers. Finally, Kyle tries to make a fun, playable game that involves racism and genocide. Much to the guys' surprise, they both agree that he has.

Animalcast Episode 45

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 14:29:00 GMT

In Episode 45, the guys talk about the various games they have available for free download on the website. But first, Allen Varney, the author of the most recent iteration of Paranoia, makes a guest appearance and surprises Mike when he and Kyle turn the tables and subject him to the Animalball Hotseat.

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Animalcast Episode 44

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 12:46:00 GMT

In Episode 44, the guys interview James Jacobs, the editor-in-chief of the Pathfinder adventure line at Paizo Publishing. The guys get into an indepth discussion of the ins and outs of the first Pathfinder adventure path, Rise of the Runelords including questions from Mike and Kyle's kids who are currently playing through the adventure arc. The guys try to figure out how exactly what it takes to try to coordinate the massive story lines and plot twists of Pathfinder's six-issue adventures. They also talk about the Pathfinder RPG, what James thinks about the dicks at Wizards of the Coast (our words, not his), how cool it is to get an adventure published in Dungeon at age 14, and how to exact your bitter revenge on Erik Mona. Finally, James undergoes the gauntlet of the Animalball Hotseat, answering the five hardest questions he's faced since taking the SAT.

Animalcast Episode 43

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 19:42:00 GMT

In episode 43, the guys get back to their gaming roots. In an effort to demonstrate just how out of touch they are with modern gaming, they decide to review the latest announcements in gaming news. It is a valiant effort, but Mike had to bail after 30 minutes so he could get into banter. But before the banter, they talk about a crazy sounding game called Sea Dracula, crappy press releases like the one for PCGen, the Fear the Boot interview with Erik Mona, The Lazy GM's book of 450 personalized Orcs, and Paizo's press release on the Pathfinder RPG. Mike had some stories too, but was too lazy to bookmark them, so they did not get included in the shownotes. Random banter then included how the guys once almost got kicked out of a theme park due to their Mom's foul mouth, and limitless stories of their childhood friend, Billy Light, and his adventures in bodily functions.

Animalcast Episode 42

Sun, 6 Apr 2008 11:27:00 GMT

In Episode 42, the guys examine their elaborate and juvenile April Fool's Day prank. They name names and call people out as they laugh and laugh at who fell for it, and the dicks that didn't. After spending waaay too much time patting themselves on the back, Kyle reads some scintilating accidental porn that he found this week, and the guys are joined by a special guest at the end-- drunk Mrs. Mike!

Animalcast Episode 41

Tue, 1 Apr 2008 09:24:00 GMT

In Episode 41 of the Animalcast, the guys list their top five movie badasses off all time. What constitutes a movie badass? Is it the sheer number of kills or is it something a bit more... badass? Is it possible that Judge Reinhold from Beverly Hills Cop made the list? As is typical with the list episodes, each of the guys gives their top five and then they bicker incessantly over each others' choices. Trying to increase their gaming street cred, the guys also tie the topic back into gaming, getting into a discussion of how badass players and villains work their way into their RPG sessions.

Animalcast Episode 40

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 16:11:00 GMT

This episode we talk about the five greatest single posts on the message boards. We also get into banter about nicknames as kids, my kid gaming at school with friends and other stuff.

Animalcast Episode 39

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 11:43:00 GMT

In Episode 39 of the Animalcast, the guys address more questions from the listening audience about gaming with small kids, whether D&D 3.5 is an appropriate starter system for kids, and differences between girls and boys in beginning gaming. As is becoming increasingly more common, they bicker about who is monopolizing the show time and Mike throws a hissy fit. After they get that sorted out, Kyle explains the mystery of why his entire house smells like urine every night, and Mike babbles about some boring stuff the intern could not remember to put in to the show notes. They both review the movie 1408 and talk about the last time either of them cried at a movie.

Animalcast Episode 38

Sun, 9 Mar 2008 09:45:00 GMT

In this Episode, the guys full well intend to answer some long winded questions from Nicephorus and ALMOST do. But unfortunately they only address about half of his questions before getting distracted by topics such as Oppenheimer, Buffy Season 8, Darkon and King of Kong. Sorry Nicephorus.

Animalcast Episode 37

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 23:08:00 GMT

In Episode 37, the guys have decided to go with the worst show idea ever. In this episode, they have decided to each list the five Animalballers that they hate the most and give the reasons why. Are you on the list? Where does Tahlvin rank? Do the guys actually have the balls to list people that they know listen to the show? (Hint- yes, and we don't care if you're offended).

Why would Mike and Kyle do a show that will achieve nothing more than the alienation of their entire audience? For the reason they go through with every bad idea-- it made them laugh really hard when they first thought of it. So go ahead and find out where you land on the list, jackass. And if you think we forgot anyone or disagree with our choices, post up your responses on the boards.

Animalcast Episode 36

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 10:45:00 GMT

In this episode, the guys talk rampant speculation about the fourth edition of Dungeons and Dragons. Before that, however, Mike describes a fight and near arrest from his last night driving a cab, and Kyle gives an update on his necrotic dog. Mike then mysteriously drops off the recording, giving Kyle an opportunity to get some things off his chest.

Animalcast Episode 35

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 10:20:00 GMT

In Episode 35- Kyle introduces more never-before-heard outtakes. Mostly about how Mike was a giant dick and used to hurt Kyle when they were kids.

Animalcast Episode 34

Mon, 4 Feb 2008 20:45:00 GMT

In Episode 34, the guys conclude their discussion of gaming with kids. Kyle also gives a review of Teeth, and Mike explains the problems with large men going down water slides.

Animalcast Episode 33

Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In Episode 33, Mike and Kyle talk about the intricacies they have experienced while gaming with their kids. That's right, faithful listener! The Animalcast is regaining its street cred with a bit of gaming talk! Their kids range in age from 6 to 13 and they talk about the ways to keep them interested and adjust to the complexities of the game. In other news, the guys talk about the new format and weekly recording schedule as well as the new theme music. Even though Mike and Kyle can't agree on the value of SDQ, they both concur that Raygun is awesome. Opening theme courtesy of Raygun.

Animalcast Episode 32

Sun, 20 Jan 2008 05:12:00 GMT

Due to technical difficulties and general laziness, this episode was recorded in December and is only now being released. But what an episode! The guys start with a fervent discussion of Heroscape. They discuss wave 6 and 7 expanions and Kyle reveals how he finally broke the back of the ever present "Team Up Against Dad" Alliance. The guys then talk about Instant Game finally getting completed and being released for free download. As one would expect, they then bicker about which of them did more work on the game with Kyle pulling the "I Pay for the Website" card and winning the argument. Kyle gives a short review of World War Z by Max Brooks, and Mike talks about his mancrush on Monte Cook after reading a free pdf about Ptolus. Kyle also raves about his Marvel Digital Comics subscription and geeks out about his past reading comics. Continuing the hodgepodge discussion, the guys also talk about good games to play with your kids like Apples to Apples or any Cranium games.

The Lost Voicemails

Tue, 8 Jan 2008 03:28:00 GMT

Well we really screwed the pooch on our last listener mail episode. Due to a technical glitch which we don't understand (Mike's audio was actually echoing a half second BEFORE he spoke-- how's that happen?)- the viewer mail episode was a total loss and unfixable.

But due to popular demand-- here's the voicemails themselves!

As a testament to our listeners, we had almost ten minutes in just voicemails. You guys must really, really like us. You would think that would somehow motivate us to buy some real recording equipment so these things wouldn't happen... but let's not get crazy or anything.

Animalcast Episode 31

Sun, 16 Dec 2007 11:05:00 GMT

Due to technical difficulties with the already-recorded viewer mail episode, that episode is being delayed to try to fix some of the audio bugs. Instead of leaving everyone high and dry, we've put out these never-before-aired outtakes. Enjoy!

Animalcast Episode 30

Sat, 8 Dec 2007 19:21:00 GMT

In Animalcast Episode 30, Mike and Kyle interview independent horror movie writer/director Scott Phillips. Scott wrote and directed the cult movie classic Stink of Flesh, which the guys first discussed in Episode 23. Scott's getting ready to release his newest horror flick, Gimme Skelter.

The guys talk to Scott about his experience getting into script writing, his first major script for the movie Drive, and his experience with a failed Steven Seagal project (spoiler alert-- we think Seagal is a bit batshit... our words, not Scott's). They also get into an indepth discussion of Stink of Flesh and all its zombie greatness, including the controversial nature of filming a movie based on alternative sexual lifestyles in a post-apocalyptic zombie world. Scott also talks about working with Gunnar Hansen (Leatherface) in Gimme Skelter and the obstacles of low-budget filmmaking versus studio productions. The guys also wax poetic over their favorite horror movie Icon-- MATOOL!

Finally, Scott graciously participates in the Animalball Hotseat and answers the ever-dangerous f/marry/kill question, among other things. Scott was a great sport about this.

If you want to purchase Gimme Skelter, visit Scott's website (www.edpmovies.com) to get your copy of this violent, story-driven gem of a horror movie.

Note: This podcast was recorded telephonically using talkshoe teleconferencing services, so the quality of the recording is below our usual standards, however the substance of the interview is our best stuff yet.

Animalcast Episode 29

Sat, 1 Dec 2007 20:46:00 GMT

Due to the Thanksgiving holidays, the guys took a couple of weeks off. Fear not, faithful listener! We have outtakes! In this half-hour episode, Kyle introduces three sets of outtakes, including a discussion of their respective families' Halloween, Kyle's favorite book (House of Leaves), how Mike is a callous ass to Boner, and an indepth discussion of the 'new' television season (okay, this outtake is a bit dated)- including Bionic Woman, Reaper, Heroes and Pushing Daisies.

The guys will return next week with a new Viewer Mail episode! Viewer f'ing mail!

Animalcast Episode 28

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 09:49:00 GMT

In an unprecedented experiment in cutting-edge podcasting, Mike and Kyle record an entire episode without any preparation. Daring, no? In this episode, Mike and Kyle intentionally decided not to preplan any topics for this show, and when they accidently thought of things to talk about before the recording, those topics became forbidden to discuss. To re-emphasize-- they allowed themselves absolutely no preparation.

Miraculously, they still manage to talk for an hour. Kyle gives his thoughts on the vampire movie, 30 Days of Night, and shows his usual caution with respect to spoilers. Mike and Kyle talk about their upcoming interview with a surprise guest, and Kyle relates a ribald tale of debauchery in his most recent Dungeons and Dragons game session. Then the guys trade stories about various times they seriously injured each other while kids. Curious about how Mike gave Kyle a concussion with a bed frame? Ever wonder how many ways Kyle can get run over with a runner sled? How dumb is Mike to run with his eyes closed? These burning questions are finally answered.

Animalcast Episode 27

Sun, 11 Nov 2007 10:00:00 GMT

In Episode 27, Mike and Kyle scrap their planned show on Gencon 2008 plans for Animalball and instead focus on a variety of different topics. Kyle begins by serenading the listeners with a Whitney Houston ballad. Mike and Kyle decide on the new codename for their real-life brother... Boner... and they explain the story behind the nickname.

In very important gaming news, Mike gives more information on Animalball's most anticipated contest every year... the Animalball Deadpool 2008! Anyone is welcome to play and draft their own team of decrepit celebrities. Animalball's deadpool is unique in that there is a draft and absolutely no overlap of celebrities on each person's list. Sign up and enjoy the laborious fun of waiting for people to die.

Kyle gives the listeners a voicemail request (call 206-202-5279) for a special kind of listener mail, and then the guys continue Daki's Challenge- Daki's game of giving roleplaying scenarios and the listeners calling in with potential responses. The guys reveal the winner of the last challenge, and Mike proposes a new one. Then the guys engage in a new dork segment on the podcast- Random Supers Deathbattle.

Animalcast Episode 26

Sat, 3 Nov 2007 13:00:00 GMT

In Episode 26, the guys try to talk about Heroscape, the miniature-style wargame by Hasbro. But they get sidetracked by a lot of side issues. First they offer some expensive comics in return to anyone that can provide a good, original theme song. They talk about Kyle's bad haircut and what not to tell your barber. Mike goes on about how much he loves Allen Varney and Paranoia XP. Mike and Kyle also talk about Paizo Publishing's Critical Hit Deck, and their new Pathfinder books for Dungeons and Dragons 3.5. Kyle gets nearly orgasmic reviewing Paizo's current Rise of the Runelords adventure arc.

Finally the guys get around to talking about the subject at hand. Both Mike and Kyle have been playing Heroscape for many years with their kids and have loved the game since it first came out. The guys talk about the basics of the game, the low cost of getting into it, the ease of rules, and epic battles they have waged. They discuss the merits of having Snake Warriors fighting Futuristic Robot Warriors fighting the Hulk and Spiderman. Kyle promises in the show to link to some sample maps from the animalball forums, but when typing up the show notes decides it is just too much trouble. Just kidding.

Animalcast Episode 25

Sun, 28 Oct 2007 09:00:00 GMT

In Episode 25, the guys answer more viewer mail. But first, Mike has a surprise guest jump on the microphone for an impromptu interview. Simply put, it is the biggest name guest on the show yet. The guys answer questions related to the ongoing war between ninjas and pirates, their favorite Dungeons and Dragons settings, the new Pathfinder series from Paizo Publishing and technical issues asked by a loyal listener. Listener Daki poses a new game which the guys stumble through, but then request help from the listening audience. They have a request related to their Ron Weasley for Muggle President 2008 prank, and in response to another listener questions they speculate on Dungeons and Dragons 4.0. And finally, Kyle responds to the vicious attacks on him from the Reel Horror Podcast.

Animalcast Episode 24

Sun, 21 Oct 2007 03:45:00 GMT

This is a very short episode where Kyle introduces a few outtakes, including a discussion of an altercation with the infamous band, Harry and the Potters, and how Meryl Streep's breasts brought a previous episode to a screeching halt. Kyle addresses his pending feud with the Reel Horror Podcast and also introduced a new promo that the Scorpion King recorded.

Animalcast Episode 23

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 09:00:00 GMT

In Episode 23, Mike and Kyle conclude their discussion of movies so bad they are good. The final three movies are Jesus Christ Vampire Hunter, Sophie's Choice, and The Stink of Flesh. Kyle also gives a Rizzob in the Hizzouse to the inventor of nicotene lozenges and Mike continues to try to answer the unanswerable question- what can brown do for you?

Animalcast Episode 22

Sat, 6 Oct 2007 14:00:00 GMT

In Episode 22, Mike and Kyle begin their experiment in reviewing movies so bad that they are good. Using user suggestions from the website, the guys watch the first three movies in this episode, including Snakes on a Plane, Plan 9 From Outer Space, and Deathrace 2000. Kyle also makes a shocking announcement about a lifestyle choice he has been hiding from everyone, and Mike bitches at Kyle over the shownotes.

Animalcast Episode 21

Mon, 1 Oct 2007 22:00:00 GMT

VIEWER MAIL! CALL (206) 202-5279 WITH MORE!

Show Notes Are for Sissies!

Animalcast Episode 20

Sun, 23 Sep 2007 18:21:00 GMT

In Episode 20, the guys conclude theiir discussion of their most Australian moments, which include Australian press releases, a fake presidency campaign and the ongoing struggle with Wil Wheaton.

Animalcast Episode 19

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 13:49:00 GMT

In episode 19, Mike and Kyle discuss their most... ahem... Australian moments. They get into an indepth discussion of the various pranks they've played on each other, the members of Animalball and other websites.

Animalcast Episode 18

Tue, 4 Sep 2007 15:03:00 GMT

In Episode 18, the guys conclude their interview with Caz Granberg, the author of Covert Generations. The guys also discuss Caz's work on Aquanauts and other mysterious projects he is not authorized to give details about. Caz talks about his friend, Jason Blair's, project Normal, Texas. And Blair's rewriting and reissuing of the controversial rpg Little Fears. Not surprisingly, Kyle panders for attention.

Animalcast Episode 17- Covert Generation Edit

Sun, 26 Aug 2007 21:36:00 GMT

This clip is an edit of the interview Mike and Kyle did with Caz Granberg in Episode 17. That episode has been edited here to focus just on his latest RPG, Covert Gen. Visit his website at www.heftywrenches.com for more information and to purchase the game.

Animalcast Episode 17

Sun, 26 Aug 2007 02:40:00 GMT

This is the Cazcast! Mike and Kyle interview Caz Granberg-- better known as Cazmonster on the Animalball forums-- about his experience writing and selling his first major game, Covert Generations. But first, the guys put Caz on the Animalball Hotseat and task him with five difficult questions. You'll have to listen to figure out how superaids, poisoned kool-aide and zombie hitler work into it. And the guys finally answer the question of the most evil gamer in the world.

Animalcast Episode 16

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 00:04:00 GMT

In Episode 16, Mike and Kyle discuss random gaming topics that they've been meaning to discuss for a while. This includes a pre-review of RPGPundit's new game, Forward.. to Adventure! They also discuss the scifi channel original series Who Wants to Be a Superhero and some game ideas they forgot about for a previous episode.

Animalcast Episode 15

Sun, 5 Aug 2007 10:00:00 GMT

Back to form! In Animalcast Episode 15 the guys get involved in a serious and important disussion- the greatest movies to portray nerds in a good light, and the worst movies to portray nerds in a bad light. You think Anthony Michael Hall might be in some of these movies? You are probably right, but we refuse to give anything away, so you will just have to listen to the episode to find out.

Animalcast Episode 14 Outtake 2: Books on Tape

Sat, 4 Aug 2007 00:16:00 GMT

In this outtake from Episode 14, the guys talk about their nerdy listening habits: books on tape. Mike reveals that he likes to listen to college lectures on tape and Kyle reveals his love for salt-- the History of Salt, that is.

Animalcast Episode 14 Outtake 1: Maureen Trentman and Wil Wheaton Redux

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 14:54:00 GMT

In this outtake, Mike makes sure to clarify any impression the guys may have given in the last week's outtake that Maureen Trentman was a whore. In an interesting twist, the conversation then leads to Kyle's most recent communications with Wil Wheaton.

We Have VOICEMAIL!

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 15:39:00 GMT

That's right, devoted listener! We now have a voicemail number! Want to harass us? Want to put in your 2 cents (23 Euros)? We'll try to play all in voicemails in full episodes or at least in outtakes. Call us:

(206) 202-5279

And guess what? Paul's already left us half a dozen messages? Click the mp3 to listen!

Animalcast Episode 14

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 04:41:00 GMT

Episode 14- The whisper quiet episode. Okay, Kyle takes full reponsibility for not being able to hear him well. He was in a house of 10 sleeping people recording the podcast on a crappy phone using new software. Next time will be better. But here's the point! It's the "Things We Like to Listen To" Episode! Uh... this sounded interesting in theory. In any event, the guys talk about various things-- cds, music, satellite radio, and their favorite podcasts. Podcast-wise, the guys talk about Fear the Boot, Reel Horror Podcast, the Ogrecave Audio Report, Night of the Living Podcast and Dr. Rotwang's single podcast. Listen closely... because you'll have to if you want to understand what Kyle is saying.

No Podcast This Week: Mike Accepts Full Responsibility... He Blames Lordhellion

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 08:56:00 GMT

Between my moving situation, technical issues with Mike's internet connection and my sinus infection, we weren't able to record this week's podcast. We'll be back on schedule for next week.

Episode 13 Outtake-Maureen Trentman

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 22:00:00 GMT

As the night wore on recording Episode 13 (the third episode recorded in a row), the guys got a bit loopy and answered a ribald question from Daki questioning the parentage of Kyle's children.

Episode 13 Outtake-Don't Hassel the Hauze

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 22:00:00 GMT

In this outtake from Episode 13, the guys answer questions from the Hauze.

Animalcast Episode 13

Sun, 15 Jul 2007 09:22:00 GMT

Viewer Mail! We answer questions from Paul, Caz, Iantha (Paul), Zircher, Gunny, Jeff Hauze, Hellion, Angel and Paul again!

Discover the answer to mysteries you never knew you cared about-- why does Gunny hate Kyle's wife so much? What are the guys currently working on? Why is television so bad (or is it)? Is Jeff Hauze hot for his minions? And what the hell is going on at the RPGSite anyways?

Episode 12 Outtake-Star Wars Saga Edition

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:00:00 GMT

In this outtake, Kyle talks about his most recent game purchase-- Star Wars Saga Edition, and how excited he is about running it with his kids. Unfortunately, Mike drags up some old history about Kyle's published hatred of all things Star Wars. Then Mike commits the unforgivable act and reveals Kyle's shameful, secret hypocrisy.

Animalcast Episode 12

Sun, 8 Jul 2007 12:00:00 GMT

In Episode 12, Mike and Kyle finish their discussion of the best games they never developed. This includes:

Tabloid a game of weird news journalists;

Ragnorak's Ghosts, a body jumping, combat-intensive game;

An untitled, over the top time travel game with big guns;

Legacy of Justice, a post-apocalyptic supers game;

Working Class Monsters, a... game (you will see the problems with this in the discussion);

Genre Clash, an experiment with the fudge system that uses characters from any genre of roleplaying;

Revelation's Agents, where players working for the church try to stop the end of the world;

Legacy of MAN, the coolest furries game EVAR; and

Cell Block Orc, the best idea the guys have ever come up with. You'll just have to listen to hear what that one's all about.

Animalcast Episode 11

Sun, 1 Jul 2007 12:00:00 GMT

In Episode 11, Mike and Kyle discuss the greatest ideas they never developed. From two dungeons and dragons-based adventures-- Battle for Gemini's Glade and The Dungeon Crawl-- to their own homebrews (Aquanauts, Disaster!, BFF and God's Dice). And Kyle has a message for all the listeners: I allow you to exist; that makes me better than you.

Episode 10 Outtake-LARPing Made Easy

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 21:00:00 GMT

In this brief outtake from Episdoe 10, Mike prompts Kyle to describe his first IRC Dungeons and Dragons experience... and the costume his family made for him.

Episode 10 Outtake-Supers We Love

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 21:00:00 GMT

In this extended outtake from Episode 10, Mike and Kyle talk extensively about which supers they would like to have a one night stand with and which they would like to marry. The conversation gets sidetracked onto the sheer awesomeness of Colossus.

Animalcast Episode 10

Sun, 24 Jun 2007 12:54:00 GMT

In Episode 10, the guys continue their unabashed journey through all things superhero and comic related. They face off against each other, discuss the Frank Miller and Alan Moore revolution, and genenrally geek out on supers.

Episode 9 Outtake-Order of the Stick Revisited

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 21:00:00 GMT

In this outtake from Episode 9, Mike feels remorse about being so unprepared for the Order of the Stick game that Daki sent in for Episode 8. Mike makes amends and addresses the game properly.

Animalcast Episode 9

Sun, 17 Jun 2007 09:00:00 GMT

In Episode 9 the Animalball crew engages in the first annual Superhero Geekfest. But first, Kyle gives a loving tribute to his wife to memorialize their 13th anniversary. Back on topic, the focus on this episode is on all things supers and all the complete geek questions that comic fans contemplate. Which super would you go gay for? Pirates vs. Ninjas- the supers version. What power would you like and what power would you inflict on someone else? 'Nuff said.

Animalcast Episode 8

Sun, 10 Jun 2007 09:24:00 GMT

In Episode 8, the guys discuss the single greatest roleplaying game of all time. Paranoia. Just how can an absurdist, comedic, science fiction roleplaying game be so great? If you listen, you will find out. Also, the guys are happy to introduce their new announcer, Michael Dorn from Star Trek the Next Generation.

Episode 8 Outtake-Roblogic Gets a Beatdown

Thu, 7 Jun 2007 21:00:00 GMT

In this outtake from Episode 8, Mike and Kyle lose it as they recall one of their favorite Paranoia moments of all time-- when Roblogic's character took the beatdown of a lifetime.

Episode 8 Outtake-Donation Drive for theRPGSite? Say What?

Wed, 6 Jun 2007 21:00:00 GMT

In this outtake of Episode 8, the guys talk about theRPGSite's donation drive. This sidetracks into a discussion of the Paladium Game's debacle from last year, or as Kyle calls it "a total ream job." The guys discuss when donation drives are legitimate, and when they just leave you feeling like a chump.

Episode 8 Outtake-Kyle the Noob

Tue, 5 Jun 2007 19:00:00 GMT

In this outtake of Episode 8, Kyle describes his first ever experience with playing an rpg online. His humiliation is your entertainment for the day.

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Animalcast: Episode 7

Sun, 3 Jun 2007 09:30:00 GMT

In Episode 7, the guys devote the entire hour to viewer mail! Answering questions from Daki, Serious Paul, Angel, Jeff Hauze, Zircher, Flameblade and Silverwolf, the guys talk about a myriad of different things including: creepy homeschooled kids, Order of the stick, Chinese food and more. Links discussed in the show: the animalball stat yourself quiz (http://www.animalball.com/quiz2.htm).

Episode 7 Outtake-Racist Don Knotts

Fri, 1 Jun 2007 09:00:00 GMT

In this short outtake from Episode 7, a technical problem with Mike's microphone leads to a racist impression of Don Knotts. It cannot be explained any better than that.

Episode 7 Outtake-Sidetracked Movie Discussion

Thu, 31 May 2007 09:00:00 GMT

In this outtake from Episode 7, Mike and Kyle get sidetracked from viewer mail to discuss movies so bad they turned them off. That discussion, in turn, leads to a discussion about movies with the best (and worst) alternate endings, and then the guys talk about Kyle's love for Clerks II.

Episode 7 Outtake-The Eva Effect

Wed, 30 May 2007 09:00:00 GMT

In this outtake from Episode 7 (viewer mail), the guys get sidetracked in the middle of an email from Jeff. Before they even finish reading the email, they begin discussing the Jeff Hauze-LordHellion seniority debate, which branches into a mystery of why Roblogic is such a beloved member of Animalball. Kyle explains to Mike "The Eva Effect" to solve this conundrum.

Episode 7 Outtake- Kyle's Kids Suckered by Kobolds

Tue, 29 May 2007 09:00:00 GMT

In this outtake of Episode 7, Kyle relates how his kids are repeatedly being suckered by kobolds in their D and D campaign. Halfway through his story, someone unexpected reveals that he heard the whole nefarious plot.

Animalcast Bonus Episode 6.5

Sat, 26 May 2007 12:30:00 GMT

There was just too much to talk about in Episode 6, so in this bonus episode, Mike and Kyle continue their discussion on the best movies and television shows to play as RPGs. As usual, other unrelated conversation crops up, including two actresses that Kyle professes his love for.

Animalcast: Episode 6

Sat, 26 May 2007 12:00:00 GMT

In this Episode, Mike and Kyle step out of character in a somber moment to announce the passing of someone very close to the show, and to take a moment to honor their memory. When they return to the normal format of the show, Kyle relates some recent criticisms from a listener. Mike and Kyle go through the new geek fall line up, and finally the guys discuss the top ten movies or tv shows they think would make good rpgs. In a candid moment of anger, Kyle reveals a brand new group of people that he just might hate worse than LARPers.

5-22-07 Outtake: f-marry-kill

Wed, 23 May 2007 01:22:00 GMT

This is a five minute outtake that is being cut from the next episode because of time considerations. I won't give it away, but Mike poses a truly heinous f-marry-kill that we couldn't leave on the cutting room floor. Not for the weak of heart.

Animalcast Episode 5

Sun, 20 May 2007 09:45:00 GMT

In Episode 5, the guys finally get their timing straight for the belated interview with Crazy Elf. This episode also features the most shocking installment of viewer mail, and Kyle explains to Mike how he saw accidental porn while watching the Dungeons and Dragon Cartoon with his kids. The guys talk about the finer points of Order of the Stick, and their favorite comic strips. Kyle reveals which male animalballer is into girly drinks with umbrellas in them. And the guys conclude their discussion of Instant Game which started last episode. They discuss their best runs of Instant Game and actually go through an example of coming up with two different campaigns using the same set of roles.

Animalcast Episode 4

Sun, 13 May 2007 12:00:00 GMT

In Episode 4, Mike and Kyle intend to talk about Instant Game, the role playing game where the genre, world and campaign are determined randomly at the beginning of the game session. However, before they get there, they are a bit distracted by some preliminary matters: (1) an indepth discussion of Heroes and how no one likes Nikki; (2) the Dragon and Dungeon magazine debacle and what Kyle is going to do about his canceled subscription; (3) a new game, Name the Poster; (4) viewer mail from Lordhellion; and (5) an indepth discussion of which female Animalballer is comfortable walking around naked in certain circumstances. The guys also give shout outs to Zirchir for his instant story generator homage to Instant Game and Dr. Rotwang for his experience with Instant Game. And finally, the guys try to hook in Crazy Elf for his belated appearance.

Animalcast Episode 3

Sat, 5 May 2007 12:00:00 GMT

In Episode 3, Mike and Kyle discuss the positive and negative feedback on the first two episodes of Animalcast. The guys hook up with their first ever guest on the program, and much to everyone's relief, Mike has purchased a new microphone which greatly improves his sound quality-- but he still can't stop wiping his butt with it. The first installment of Viewer Mail is introduced with a question from Jeff Hauze, and the guys get sidetracked by a D&D version of f/marry/kill. Finally, the guys talk a bit about the free stuff they have for download, including their newest product, "50 Bar Encounters."

Animalcast Episode 2

Sun, 29 Apr 2007 12:00:00 GMT

Mike and Kyle conclude the discussion of their history of gaming, including talk about their experiences with: James Bond; Villains and Vigilantes; Star Fleet Battles; Shadowrun; Melee; Paranoia; Champions; Car Wars; and the single greatest D&D experience ever. They also talk about gaming in college with Runanide, Peter, and Not Mike, and how they were humiliated by a pizza guy when he spotted their giant D&D world map. They even discuss the finer points of Heavy Metal the Movie-- you'll never guess what they loved about that.

Animalcast Episode 1

Wed, 25 Apr 2007 12:00:00 GMT

Mike and Kyle talk about an assortment of stuff: their history of getting into gaming together; Caz Granberg's Covert Generation; Serious Paul, Tahlvin and AnHi's PB3 game; the inappropriateness of babysitters introducing children to D&D; and the one time Kyle actually had a character use the knife hidden in his boot.