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Background Sentries is a comedy podcast disguised as an educational program. On Background Sentries, the hosts invite the listeners into historical, cultural, and sociological deep cuts, with the hope that everyone walks away more informed. Of course, there is always room in this podcast for casual conversation, like contemplating what a room might look like behind a randomly generated door, staying up to date on the latest conspiracies, and more.

Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez

  • Sep 18, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
  • infrequent NEW EPISODES
  • 41m AVG DURATION
  • 19 EPISODES


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Scream Meditation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 24:23


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan discuss the developing "slippy sound" coming from Toronto, Canada.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

The Great Crack

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 40:25


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan discuss some of the new features dropped in the upcoming Time to Go 3: Lock and Load's preview, and contemplate a world post crackening.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

A Hand of Fingernails

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 47:21


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan lament the ethical downfall of Kirkland's garden utilities manufacturing practices and share a few laughs with the U.N.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

Schik Dique Cryptic

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 43:34


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan are joined by Schik Dique filmmaker Jean Lepitte to discuss the latest film innovation from Oslo, Norway, and unpack the development of the graphite pencil in Norfolk, VA.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

A Stevie Slippy Production

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 41:57


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan go off script, introducing their brand new segment - pitch ditch.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

Let's Pray for Brendan Fraser

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 41:15


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan question the origins of the "Great Stink" and unpack an ancient precursor to the Roman Colosseum.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

Singular Cheez-it

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 39:23


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan concentrate their brand, ponder a strange episode in Rancho Cucamonga's history, and consider the threat of the bubble gum bear.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

Everything is Trampolines

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 51:49


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan descend into madness, recommend a brand new indie title called "GreenLeaves," reminisce about their trip to Wiesbaden, Germany, and discover a cruel family home.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez

Any Prominent Rabbi

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 46:07


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan unpack some of the more dense communicative threads of the hit musical Caged Light, as well as its more controversial production choices, and explain the naming of a late discovered Bolivian mammal - the Nihé.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

Super Piss

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 40:24


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan rehash the infamous and traumatic events of the summer Olympics of 1969, hosted in Modesto, California, and ask some of the hard questions surrounding the acidic piss army rumors.Theme music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez.

Reel Movies: FREAKED!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 64:08


Things get a little freaky in this episode! Join Noah and Ethan as they throw their hats into the film critic ring. Hear what they have to say about this hidden gem - Tom Stern, Alex Winter, and Tim Burns' FREAKED!Title music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez

Fully Juiced Up

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 40:02


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan take a moment to admire the artistry of "Carrie's Landing" and the vibrant speedrunning community it has amassed and flashback to the bitter tie-dye feuds.Creator's note: "The developers of Background Sentries recognize that the history of Johannesburg is truthfully filled with racial tension, strife, as well as moments of great triumph. We in no way wish to diminish this reality and truly admire those demonstrations of resilience and steps toward social justice demonstrated by the people of Johannesburg. Sincerely, the Background Sentries team."Title music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez

Spill the Ink on the Beans

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 44:57


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan give crucial updates to the Sonic community regarding their beloved hedgehog's latest (disappointing) endeavors, discuss Shanghai's tragic economic origins, and indulge themselves for a bit of coastering talk.Title music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez

Pause

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 4:48


Stepping out of Background Sentries for a moment, we want to pause this week to acknowledge the hurt experienced by minorities in the U.S. and recommend our listeners pay attention to those minority voices who have something very important to say about their need for justice.Recommended listening:Minority KornerFANTIRecommended reading:The Cross and the Lynching Tree by James H. Cone.buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Cross-Lynching-Tree-James-Cone/dp/1626980055/ref=sr_1_1?crid=25Z2E27ID8IS1&dchild=1&keywords=the+cross+and+the+lynching+tree&qid=1591326962&sprefix=the+cross+and+the%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-1

Straight from the Noz

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 39:37


Think twice before enjoying that icy treat from Randy's Rail House! Noah and Ethan discuss the sanitary practices of a popular convenience store chain, unpack some of the ecological past of Manila, Philippines, and share their impressions of Rubric Tree's latest release Tearing at the Folds.Music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez

My Hands Forever

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 43:10


In this episode, Noah and Ethan give their two cents on the hit musical Townhouses, share some little known facts about the stranger than fiction early development of Chicago, IL, and consider the ramifications of a toilet paper based economy.Music by Ethan Avants and Noah Ramirez

Put a Nanner on it

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 41:48


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan discuss the artistic contributions of Budapest's very own Strauss and contemplate the horror of the Finger Bandit.

Grass is Out

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 43:15


In this episode of Background Sentries, Noah and Ethan question the sustainability of rock candy, share insights into the agricultural landscape of Auckland, New Zealand, and recount the mysterious lore of the Horned Hell Beagle.

Blue Corn Forward

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 52:02


In this pilot episode, Noah and Ethan introduce themselves, contemplate the important things in life, discuss the obscure cultural development of Omsk, Russia, and wonder about the interior design of an unknown residence based solely on the front door. Welcome to Background Sentries!

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