Podcast appearances and mentions of Jonathan Coulton

This week on The Real Minishow, Sam and Stormy are adjusting to their new normals—Sam has a job she loves, and Stormy is finally free from nightly homework. Meanwhile, in Episode Four of The Haunting of Bly Manor: In a series of flashbacks, we learn that Dani was once engaged to her childhood friend, Edmund. During a tense dinner, Edmund realizes Dani doesn't want to marry him. As he storms out of the car in anger, he's tragically hit and killed by a truck. A traumatized Dani sees Edmund's ghost for the first time at the hospital. Without telling anyone, she plans to leave the country. Before she departs, Edmund's mother gives her his glasses. Back at Bly Manor, Dani joins the staff around a bonfire following Owen's mother's funeral. Jamie introduces a tradition called “throwing bones into the fire” in remembrance of the dead, but Dani chooses not to participate. Sparks begin to fly between Dani and Jamie. That night, Dani wakes up drunk and disoriented. Meanwhile, Flora notices a faceless doll in her dollhouse and, with Miles, prevents Dani from seeing a mysterious white-clad spirit wandering the manor. After putting the children to bed, Dani finally burns Edmund's glasses. They also pick their next review: the new Fear Street movie on Netflix. Guest Find Us Online - Website: www.realhorrorshowpodcast.com - Twitter: www.twitter.com/Horrorshowpod - Support: www.realhorrorshow.com/support/ - Submit: www.realhorrorshow.com/submission-guidelines/    Good Things to Support - Quileute Move to Higher Ground: https://mthg.org/  - Red Canary Song: https://www.redcanarysong.net/ - List of BLM Affiliated Charities: https://bit.ly/3wSMW47 Abortion Funds in Every State https://shoutyourabortion.com/abortion-pills/ https://aidaccess.org/ Support Families in Palestine  Credits - Host: Samantha Oty. Instagram: @samiswritingstuff, Website: https://samanthaoty.wixsite.com/mysite/ - Host: Stormy Skies. Instagram: @thestormyskies Website: https://stormyskies3.wixsite.com/stormyskies - End Song: 'Creepy Doll' by Jonathan Coulton. Website: www.jonathancoulton.com About Us Sam and Stormy died and they can't get into Heaven until they watch every single horror movie on Netflix. But, like, those movies are constantly changing, so it seems like someone is yanking their chain. 

Hello audience. We are back from a bit of a break. But good news: STORMY IS FINISHED WITH SCHOOL FOREVER. That's right, we're back and this is the very first episode with the Dr. Stormy Skies. Hooray!  This week, we're reviewing the Shudder Original Horror Movie, Frewaka.  Frewaka is a haunting 2024 Irish folk horror film. In this episode, they explore a gripping tale of a palliative care nurse grappling with her mother's recent suicide who takes a job caring for an elderly woman in remote Ireland.

PAX East 2025 merch hauls, a wild Pope conspiracy, Marvel show rankings, and parenting chaos—welcome back to Slightly Biased. Grayson recaps his whirlwind (and wallet-draining) trip to PAX East 2025, featuring exclusive Dropout.tv panels, Jonathan Coulton performances, and $800+ in gamer merch he definitely doesn't regret. Meanwhile, Vinny's in a battle against rogue sprinklers, suspicious neighbors, and suburban lawn drama. Things get theological as the guys dive into Conclave, a twisty Vatican thriller film that sparks big questions. From Catholic Church history and the idea of a “Woke Pope,” to the vape-powered clergy of the future, no papal stone is left unturned. They also debate knife vs. pepper spray while hiking, explore the strange world of 3D printing horror props (shoutout Dead by Daylight), and rank every major Marvel Disney+ show—including WandaVision, Loki, Moon Knight, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and She-Hulk. And yes, there's parenting too—featuring snack-throwing babies, mushy veggies, and the art of teaching toddlers to survive jump scares. What's Inside: • $800+ in PAX East merch: regrets? None. • Dropout.tv panels, Jonathan Coulton, and OmegaThon madness • Conclave movie twist discussion • “Woke Pope” and modern Catholic commentary • Sprinkler therapy and lawn care hot takes • The Smash Mouth Renaissance • Marvel show rankings: hits, flops, and why She-Hulk divides us • AI tools vs. real learning: ChatGPT in the classroom • Rollerblading injuries and 90s nostalgia • Parenting updates: snacks, sleep, and survival skills Recorded 5/12/2025 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @slightlybiased_ Visit slightlybiasedpodcast.com for more hot takes, bad ideas, and philosophical breakdowns of sprinkler systems. Find out more at https://slightly-biased.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

In this chilling episode, we dive into the latest flashback-heavy chapter of The Haunting of Bly Manor on Netflix, created by horror maestro Mike Flanagan. The ghost Dani saw is revealed to be Peter Quint, Henry Wingrave's right-hand man, who once had a dangerous romance with Rebecca Jessel, the former au pair. We explore the toxic dynamics between Peter and Rebecca, the unsettling discovery of a forbidden photograph, and the eerie presence of Rebecca's ghost at the lake. Meanwhile, a disturbing story from Miles, a tragic phone call for Owen, and another terrifying panic attack for Dani all deepen the mystery. Join us as we unpack the secrets of Bly Manor and its haunted souls.

The walrus reveals his dastardly plan! Can he be stopped before it's too late? It's the biggest showdown the heroes have ever faced!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode:"Psychedelic" by Echo Fury: https://m.soundcloud.com/j87-222544563; "Turn around" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com'; "Quickening" by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/; "A Human Being" by Andy G. Cohen: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Andy_G_Cohen/; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "The Vikings are Coming!" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/; "Chill Down", "Gearing Up", and "Right as Rain" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Rather Never Than Ashamed" by done with fish: https://soundcloud.com/donewithfish; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Steps on the Beach" by Audroid MK1: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/audroid-mk1/; and "Darude - Sandstorm [Chiptune Version]" by BildPünkT: https://soundcloud.com/lichttrager.National Immigration Project: https://nipnlg.org/

Which film score composer is better: John Williams or Hans Zimmer? Two musicians, Bobby Lopez and Jonathan Coulton, join Ronald Young Jr. today to settle the debate. Bobby says John Williams is the most prolific and influential film composer of the 20th century, who continued his prolific career well into the 21st. Jonathan argues that Hans Zimmer excels at making music that enhances and supports the film without taking it over. Which movie composer will Ronald declare the greatest of all time? Follow Jonathan @realjonathancoulton on Instagram and @jonathancoulton on Twitter. Keep up with Ronald Young Jr. @OhitsBIGRON on X and Instagram. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good news! The Stormy Skies found her water bottle. I'm sure everyone has been on the edge of their seats waiting to hear that epic conclusion.  In other news, we're back this week to review Talk to Me one of the best horror movies of 2022.  Talk to Me follows a group of teenagers as they pay the ultimate price for playing with the occult. Because how many times do we have to tell you guys: THE OCCULT IS NOT A TOY. 

As May approaches, we're celebrating... May, I guess? May. Christmas songs that mention May? Yes. And no, not "May your days be merry and bright". We're talking MONTH OF MAY ONLY. First up (appropriately enough) is "First of May" by The Bee Gees. Then we hear the endearingly baffling "When Was Jesus Born?" by Lil Gee (no relation). The ranking music in this episode is "First of May" by Jonathan Coulton.

The abnimals reel in the shocking reveal of who was behind all of the kidnappings and robberies this whole time – and they have some tricks up their sleeves to give the heroes the fight of their lives!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com'; "Blood in the Water", "Courage My Love", and "This Could Get Dark" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Psychedelic" by Echo Fury: https://m.soundcloud.com/j87-222544563; "Demolition" by 1st Contact: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/1st-contact/; and "Quickening" by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/.National Immigration Project: https://nipnlg.org/

The Abnimals and the Greenback Guardians fight their way through guards, robots, and villains to discover the mysterious being who was behind Carver's disappearance.Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Thunder" by The Wanderer: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/stranger/; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Turn around" and "Espérides" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "This Could Get Dark", "Hellafunk", "Chill Down", and "Blood in the Water" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Quickening" by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/; "Tense Music for Tense Scenes" by Universfield: https://unil.ink/universfield; "Rather Never Than Ashamed" by done with fish: https://soundcloud.com/donewithfish; "The Vikings are Coming!" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/; and "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com'. National Immigration Project: https://nipnlg.org/

In a tragic turn of events, The Stormy Skies forgot her Stanley Cup at Yoga and cannot have a sip of water until it's returned to her. Sam then recounts some tales of woes from her day job of working with children…but thank goodness none of these children are like Miles because in today's episode of Bly Manor we learn a little more as to why Mile is the way Miles is.  Dani tells the children she forgives them for locking her in the closet but admits she doesn't believe their explanation. In a flashback to prep school, Miles becomes increasingly unstable—starting fights and killing small animals—leading to his expulsion. It's implied he got himself expelled on purpose after receiving a letter from Flora that reads, “Come home.” Back in the present, Dani assigns the children chores, giving Hannah and Jamie a much-needed break. When Flora puts on a broken pair of glasses from Dani's belongings, Dani has a panic attack. Miles begins to behave in an unsettlingly mature way around her, making her increasingly uneasy. During a game of hide-and-seek, Dani stumbles upon a photo of Rebecca and her lover—the same ghostly figure she saw on the parapet. The apparition appears again, and as Miles collapses unconscious, the ghost grins ominously at him.

In this episode, we welcome David Wolpert, a Professor at the Santa Fe Institute renowned for his groundbreaking work across multiple disciplines—from physics and computer science to game theory and complexity. * Note: If you enjoy our podcast conversations, please join us for the Artificiality Summit on October 23-25 in Bend, Oregon for many more in person conversations like these! Learn more about the Summit at www.artificiality.world/summit.We reached out to David to explore the mathematics of meaning—a concept that's becoming crucial as we live more deeply with artificial intelligences. If machines can hold their own mathematical understanding of meaning, how does that reshape our interactions, our shared reality, and even what it means to be human?David takes us on a journey through his paper "Semantic Information, Autonomous Agency and Non-Equilibrium Statistical Physics," co-authored with Artemy Kolchinsky. While mathematically rigorous in its foundation, our conversation explores these complex ideas in accessible terms.At the core of our discussion is a novel framework for understanding meaning itself—not just as a philosophical concept, but as something that can be mathematically formalized. David explains how we can move beyond Claude Shannon's syntactic information theory (which focuses on the transmission of bits) to a deeper understanding of semantic information (what those bits actually mean to an agent).Drawing from Judea Pearl's work on causality, Schrödinger's insights on life, and stochastic thermodynamics, David presents a unified framework where meaning emerges naturally from an agent's drive to persist into the future. This approach provides a mathematical basis for understanding what makes certain information meaningful to living systems—from humans to single cells.Our conversation ventures into:How AI might help us understand meaning in ways we cannot perceive ourselvesWhat a mathematically rigorous definition of meaning could mean for AI alignmentHow contexts shape our understanding of what's meaningfulThe distinction between causal information and mere correlationWe finish by talking about David's current work on a potentially concerning horizon: how distributed AI systems interacting through smart contracts could create scenarios beyond our mathematical ability to predict—a "distributed singularity" that might emerge in as little as five years. We wrote about this work here. For anyone interested in artificial intelligence, complexity science, or the fundamental nature of meaning itself, this conversation offers rich insights from one of today's most innovative interdisciplinary thinkers. About David Wolpert:David Wolpert is a Professor at the Santa Fe Institute and one of the modern era's true polymaths. He received his PhD in physics from UC Santa Barbara but has made seminal contributions across numerous fields. His research spans machine learning (where he formulated the "No Free Lunch" theorems), statistical physics, game theory, distributed intelligence, and the foundations of inference and computation. Before joining SFI, Wolpert held positions at NASA, Stanford, and the Santa Fe Institute as a professor. His work consistently bridges disciplinary boundaries to address fundamental questions about complex systems, computation, and the nature of intelligence.Thanks again to Jonathan Coulton for our music.

The heroes sneak through the ducts and grates of Dr. Killdeath's lair in search of the missing Guardian, only to find out they're not alone – it's a radical reunion!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "The Get Away", "Courage My Love", "Action", "The Heavy Three", "Discipline", "Blood in the Water", and "Questions" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Rather Never Than Ashamed" by done with fish: https://soundcloud.com/donewithfish; "RF-Silly Saturday" by legacyAlli: https://legacyalli.com/; "Emerald Therapy" and "Sk8board" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; "Hoist" by Andy G. Cohen: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Andy_G_Cohen/; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Darlin'" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik; "Jingle Bells 3" by Kevin MacLeod:  https://incompetech.com/; "Metal Goat" by Midnight Commando: https://midnightcommando.com/; "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; and "Sick of" and "Turn around" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/.National Immigration Project: https://nipnlg.org/

The heroes continue to explore Dr. Killdeath's lair, but something strange is afoot. Can the heroes use all the lessons they've learned about fighting and teamwork to take down some overly-friendly robots?Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; "Heading Home", "Colossal", "Gearing Up", "Blood in the Water", and "Surveillance" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Emerald Therapy" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; "Lurking Terror" by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/; "Electric Birds" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/; "Sick of" and "Turn around" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "Dear Mr. Super Computer" by Holizna: https://holiznaroyaltyfree.bandcamp.com/; and "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/.Harmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.com MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.

This movie was insane.  The Coffee Table (La mesita del comedor) is a darkly comedic Spanish film from 2022, directed by Caye Casas and co-written by Casas and Cristina Borobia. Starring David Pareja and Estefanía de los Santos, this black comedy delivers a sharp, unsettling exploration of domestic life gone awry.

The heroes weave their way through Dr. Killdeath's secret base to pick up some key items and find Carter's whereabouts. But what other secrets lie in wait?Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Demolition" by 1st Contact: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/1st-contact/; "The Drama" by Rafael Krux: https://www.rafaelkrux.com/#/; "The Get Away", "Chill Down", and "This Could Get Dark" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; "Hoist" by Andy G. Cohen: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Andy_G_Cohen/; "Emerald Therapy" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; "Beverly Hills" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik; "Turn around" and "Sick of" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "A Nexus of Waves" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; and High Sky" by Patrick Davies: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/patrick-davies/.Harmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.comHarmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.com MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.

We have officially moved out of the Hill House and are ready to move into Bly Manor.  The Haunting of Bly Manor is a gothic horror drama from Mike Flanagan, inspired by the works of Henry James, particularly The Turn of the Screw. Set in the 1980s, the series follows Dani Clayton, an American au pair hired to care for two orphaned children, Flora and Miles, at the eerie Bly Manor. As she settles into the grand yet unsettling estate, Dani discovers that Bly is filled with secrets, tragic histories, and lingering ghosts—both literal and emotional.  Episode 1 introduces Dani as she arrives at Bly Manor, eager to start fresh after a mysterious past haunts her. She meets housekeeper Hannah Grose, chef Owen, gardener Jamie, and the peculiar yet charming children, Flora and Miles. While the manor seems idyllic at first, strange occurrences begin—unlocked doors, unsettling reflections, and whispered warnings from Flora to stay inside at night. As the episode unfolds, it becomes clear that something sinister lurks in the shadows, watching and waiting.   We also celebrate the Stormy Skies officially getting her doctorate! And Sam complains about a new indie horror movie--Looky Loo

Our heroes have a plan to work with Dr. Killdeath and take a secret escape route off the island – but can they fight off a whole hoard of guards first? It's a blast!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Walk Tall"and "The Heavy Three" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Rather Never Than Ashamed" by done with fish: https://soundcloud.com/donewithfish; "Task Man" and "Cool Boy & The Sunglasses Shark" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Quickening" by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/; "Flamenco Rhythm" by Sunsearcher: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sunsearcher/; and "Demolition" by 1st Contact: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/1st-contact/.Harmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.com/

In this remarkable conversation, Michael Levin (Tufts University) and Blaise Aguera y Arcas (Google) examine what happens when biology and computation collide at their foundations. Their recent papers—arriving simultaneously yet from distinct intellectual traditions—illuminate how simple rules generate complex behaviors that challenge our understanding of life, intelligence, and agency.Michael's "Self-Sorting Algorithm" reveals how minimal computational models demonstrate unexpected problem-solving abilities resembling basal intelligence—where just six lines of deterministic code exhibit dynamic adaptability we typically associate with living systems. Meanwhile, Blaise's "Computational Life" investigates how self-replicating programs emerge spontaneously from random interactions in digital environments, evolving complexity without explicit design or guidance.Their parallel explorations suggest a common thread: information processing underlies both biological and computational systems, forming an endless cycle where information → computation → agency → intelligence → information. This cyclical relationship transcends the traditional boundaries between natural and artificial systems.The conversation unfolds around several interwoven questions:- How does genuine agency emerge from simple rule-following components?- Why might intelligence be more fundamental than life itself?- How do we recognize cognition in systems that operate unlike human intelligence?- What constitutes the difference between patterns and the physical substrates expressing them?- How might symbiosis between humans and synthetic intelligence reshape both?Perhaps most striking is their shared insight that we may already be surrounded by forms of intelligence we're fundamentally blind to—our inherent biases limiting our ability to recognize cognition that doesn't mirror our own. As Michael notes, "We have a lot of mind blindness based on our evolutionary firmware."The timing of their complementary work isn't mere coincidence but reflects a cultural inflection point where our understanding of intelligence is expanding beyond anthropocentric models. Their dialogue offers a conceptual framework for navigating a future where the boundaries between biological and synthetic intelligence continue to dissolve, not as opposing forces but as variations on a universal principle of information processing across different substrates.For anyone interested in the philosophical and practical implications of emergent intelligence—whether in cells, code, or consciousness—this conversation provides intellectual tools for understanding the transformed relationship between humans and technology that lies ahead.------Do you enjoy our conversations like this one? Then subscribe on your favorite platform, subscribe to our emails (free) at Artificiality.world, and check out the Artificiality Summit—our mind-expanding retreat in Bend, Oregon at Artificiality.world/summit.Thanks again to Jonathan Coulton for our music.

In this episode, we welcome Maggie Jackson, whose latest book, Uncertain, has become essential reading for navigating today's complex world. Known for her groundbreaking work on attention and distraction, Maggie now turns her focus to uncertainty—not as a problem to be solved, but as a skill to be cultivated. Note: Uncertain won an Artificiality Book Award in 2024—check out our review here: https://www.artificiality.world/artificiality-book-awards-2024/In the interview, we explore the neuroscience of uncertainty, the cultural biases that make us crave certainty, and why our discomfort with the unknown may be holding us back. Maggie unpacks the two core types of uncertainty—what we can't know and what we don't yet know—and explains why understanding this distinction is crucial for thinking well in the digital age.Our conversation also explores the implications of AI—as technology increasingly mediates our reality, how do we remain critical thinkers? How do we resist the illusion of certainty in a world of algorithmically generated answersMaggie's insights challenge us to reframe uncertainty—not as fear, but as an opportunity for discovery, adaptability, and even creativity. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by ambiguity or pressured to always have the “right” answer, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on why being uncertain might be one of our greatest human strengths.Links:Maggie: https://www.maggie-jackson.com/Uncertain: https://www.prometheusbooks.com/9781633889194/uncertain/Do you enjoy our conversations like this one? Then subscribe on your favorite platform, subscribe to our emails (free) at Artificiality.world, and check out the Artificiality Summit—our mind-expanding retreat in Bend, Oregon at Artificiality.world/summit.Thanks again to Jonathan Coulton for our music.

Wow, is it just me, or was February busier than usual this year? It's been like a month since we've had a moment to sit down and talk about Smile 2.  Smile 2 (2024) follows pop star Skye Riley, who begins experiencing terrifying hallucinations and a sinister smiling entity after witnessing a traumatic event. As the curse spreads, Skye must uncover the entity's origins before it consumes her. We also discuss the Oscars and what a great year it was for horror. 

In this episode, we talk with Greg Epstein—humanist chaplain at Harvard and MIT, bestselling author, and a leading voice on the intersection of technology, ethics, and belief systems. Greg's latest book, Tech Agnostic, offers a provocative argument: Silicon Valley isn't just a powerful industry—it has become the dominant religion of our time. Note: Tech Agnostic won an Artificality Book Award in 2024—check out our review here. In this interview, we explore the deep parallels between big tech and organized religion, from sacred texts and prophets to digital congregations and AI-driven eschatology. The conversation explores digital Puritanism, the "unwitting worshipers" of tech's altars, and the theological implications of AI doomerism.But this isn't just a critique—it's a call for a Reformation. Greg lays out a path toward a more humane and ethical future for technology, one that resists unchecked power and prioritizes human values over digital dogma.Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on faith, fear, and the future of being human in an age where technology defines what we believe in.Do you enjoy our conversations like this one? Then subscribe on your favorite platform, subscribe to our emails (free) at Artificiality.world, and check out the Artificiality Summit—our mind-expanding retreat in Bend, Oregon at Artificiality.world/summit.Thanks again to Jonathan Coulton for our music.

The Abnimals cooperate with the affable Dr. Killdeath in his volcano fortress on Governor's Island. They've gotten in – but can they get out?Sgt. Salamander performed by Brennan Lee Mulligan: https://brennanleemulligan.com/Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Sweet n Dirty", "Heads Turn", "Neo Soul", "Deja Vu", "Colossal", "The Heavy Three", "Courage My Love", and "Walk Tall" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Turn around" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "Metal Goat" by Midnight Commando: https://midnightcommando.com/; "Electric Birds" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/; and "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/. World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/

D. Graham Burnett will tell you his day job is as a professor of science history at Princeton University. He is also co-founder of the Strother School of Radical Attention and has been associated with the Friends of Attention since 2018. But none of those positions adequately describe Graham.His bio says that he “works at the intersection of historical inquiry and artistic practice.” He writes, he performs, he makes things. He describes himself as an attention activist. Perhaps most importantly for us, Graham helps you see the world differently—and more clearly. Graham has powerful views on the effect of technology on our attention. We often riff on his idea that technology has fracked our attention into little commoditizable bits. His work has highly influenced our concern about what might happen if the same extractive practices of the attention economy are applied to the future AI-powered intimacy economy. We were thrilled to have Graham on the pod for a wide ranging conversation about attention, intimacy, and much more. Links:https://dgrahamburnett.nethttps://www.schoolofattention.orghttps://www.friendsofattention.net---If you enjoy our podcasts, please subscribe and leave a positive rating or comment. Sharing your positive feedback helps us reach more people and connect them with the world's great minds.Subscribe to get Artificiality delivered to your email: https://www.artificiality.worldThanks to Jonathan Coulton for our music.

The Abnimals work with the rest of the Greenback Guardians to find Carver, but must pose as villains to get into the fortress of Governor's Island. It's the team-up of their dream-up!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Turn around" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "Slice of Life" by Bryan Teoh: https://www.bryanteoh.com/; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Mindsweep", "Chill Down", "Action", "The Get Away", and "Black Tears" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "RF-Silly Saturday" by legacyAlli: https://legacyalli.com/; "A Human Being" by Andy G. Cohen: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Andy_G_Cohen/; "Rather Never Than Ashamed" by done with fish: https://soundcloud.com/donewithfish; "Demolition" by 1st Contact: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/1st-contact/; "Quickening" by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/; "Instrumental Sontagsfaherer" by Patrick Steel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqee4AUSj6Jocrsr-uDEAmA; and "High on Loungin'" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/.World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/

The Abnimal heroes drive a hard bargain with Clamgela to meet the Walrus. But first they have to make another deal – with Dr. Killdeath!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com'; "Darlin'" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik; "Lurking Terror" and "Quickening" by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/; "Emerald Therapy" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "First Rays", "Catch and Release", "Bittersweet", "Nashville Lights", "Awkward Cafe", "Chill Down", "Mindsweep", and "Action" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Electric Birds" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/; "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; and "Hoist" by Andy G. Cohen: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Andy_G_Cohen/.World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/

This week, we're wrapping up the first installment of our Flanagan rewind with the series finale of Haunting of Hill House.  Steven and Hugh find Luke unconscious in the Red Room, where Steven, Theo, and Shirley become trapped and experience haunting visions as the house tries to consume them. Nell's ghost saves them, revealing that the Red Room is the house's "stomach," disguising itself to lull its victims. The siblings, regretful for failing Nell, are reassured of their love for each other. Olivia's ghost attempts to keep them inside, but Hugh persuades her to let them go, promising to stay. As Shirley and Theo rush Luke to the hospital, Hugh fulfills his promise by joining Olivia and Nell in the Red Room. Two years later, the reunited siblings celebrate Luke's sobriety, while an elderly Horace brings Clara home to pass peacefully, her spirit joining Abigail. We also talk about some super hot Scream 7 news and whether or not we're still hyped for this movie. I mean, at this point what surprises could they even have in store for us at this point? They might as well tell us the entire plot at this point if they're so desperate to get us to come see the movie. Or, you know, issue an apology to Melissa and beg her to come back. At this point everyone who has ever been in a Scream movie is coming back. 

We're back this week with a horror movie review for one we've been excited to watch: Strange Darling. Strange Darling (2023) is a thriller from writer-director JT Mollner, starring Willa Fitzgerald, Kyle Gallner, Barbara Hershey, and Ed Begley Jr. Set in rural Oregon, the film follows a one-night stand that spirals into a deadly game of cat and mouse. Told in six nonlinear chapters, it unfolds as a dramatization of a serial killer's most infamous crime in the Western United States.

Navy Seal, Axe-o-Lyle, Roger Moore, and Artie Ficial need to sneak into the bank's IT Department in order to make their date with destiny – destiny named Clamgela!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "First Rays", "Gearing Up", "Bittersweet", and "Bounce" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Flipping In" and "Ladies and Gentlemen, We Have Liftoff" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "RF-Silly Saturday" by legacyAlli: https://legacyalli.com/; "Abandoned Robot Puppy" by Jangwa: https://tommasocroce.eu/; "Hoist" by Andy G. Cohen: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Andy_G_Cohen/; and "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com. World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/

We are so close to the finale of Haunting of Hill House and everything is starting to ramp up. The jump scares. The family drama. The child murder.  Wait…the what? In the past, Olivia Crain begins experiencing terrifying paranormal visions in Hill House. She sees haunting premonitions of her children's deaths and is visited by the ghost of Poppy Hill, who convinces her that the outside world will destroy her family. Unraveling under the house's sinister influence, Olivia plans to leave for her sister's home—but never does. On their final night in Hill House, Olivia, trapped in delusion, hosts a tea party in the Red Room for Nell, Luke, and their friend Abigail. Unbeknownst to them, the tea is laced with poison—Olivia's desperate attempt to "protect" them from the horrors of the real world. Hugh intervenes just in time to save Nell and Luke, but Abigail is lost. In the aftermath, he flees with the surviving children as Olivia, desperate to escape her nightmare, plunges from the spiral staircase. We also pick Strange Darling for our next movie review and talk about some (now dated) Scream 7 casting news. 

Armed with new allies and new information, the Abnimals head to the Future Dryer-ia to stake out the whereabouts of Clamgela!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Make Funk" by Holizna: https://holiznaroyaltyfree.bandcamp.com/; "The Cleaner" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; "Surveillance", "Chi Town Funk", "Blood in the Water", "Bittersweet", and "Mindsweep" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Rather Never Than Ashamed" by done with fish: https://soundcloud.com/donewithfish; "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Demolition" by 1st Contact: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/1st-contact/; and "Turn around" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/.Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/

We're excited to welcome writers and directors Hans Block and Moritz Riesewieck to the podcast. Their debut film, ‘The Cleaners,' about the shadow industry of digital censorship premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2018 and has since won numerous international awards and been screened at more than 70 international film festivals. We invited Hans and Moritz to the podcast to talk about their latest film, Eternal You, which examines the story of people who live on as digital replicants—and the people who keep them living on. We found the film to be quite powerful. At times inspiring and at others disturbing and distressing. Can a generative ghost help people through their grief or trap them in it? Is falling for a digital replica healthy or harmful? Are the companies creating these technologies benefitting their users or extracting from them? Eternal You is a powerful and important film. We highly recommend taking the time to watch it—and allowing for time to digest and consider. Hans and Moritz have done a brilliant job exploring a challenging and delicate topic with kindness and care. Bravo. ------------ If you enjoy our podcasts, please subscribe and leave a positive rating or comment. Sharing your positive feedback helps us reach more people and connect them with the world's great minds. Subscribe to get Artificiality delivered to your email Learn about our book Make Better Decisions and buy it on Amazon Thanks to Jonathan Coulton for our music

Have the gang made enemies made along the way, or could they be future friends? The Abnimals form an unlikely alliance and gather some new best acquaintances as they search for the mysterious Clamgela and Walrus.Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Awkward Cafe", "Blood in the Water", "The Get Away", and "Catch and Release" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; "Instrumental Sontagsfaherer" by Patrick Steel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqee4AUSj6Jocrsr-uDEAmA; "Ladies and Gentlemen, We Have Liftoff" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; "Darude - Sandstorm [Chiptune Version]" by BildPünkT: https://soundcloud.com/lichttrager; and "Sick of" and "Turn around" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/.Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/

Which film score composer is better: John Williams or Hans Zimmer? Two musicians, Bobby Lopez and Jonathan Coulton, join Ronald Young Jr. today to settle the debate. Bobby says John Williams is the most prolific and influential film composer of the 20th century, who continued his prolific career well into the 21st. Jonathan argues that Hans Zimmer excels at making music that enhances and supports the film without taking it over. Which movie composer will Ronald declare the greatest of all time? Follow Jonathan @realjonathancoulton on Instagram and @jonathancoulton on Twitter. Keep up with Ronald Young Jr. @OhitsBIGRON on X and Instagram. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an axolotl! It's a seal! It's a robot coat rack to the rescue as the Abnimals infiltrate the Enforcement Headquarters to find Goshua Darnet and their hero beyond.Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Slingshot", "Hellafunk", "Blood in the Water", "Awkward Cafe", and "Gearing Up" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; "Dear Mr. Super Computer" by Holizna: https://holiznaroyaltyfree.bandcamp.com/; and "Rather Never Than Ashamed" by done with fish: https://soundcloud.com/donewithfish.Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/

Security doors and corporate offices stand between the Abnimals and their one chance at finding Carver. Can they wind their way through the cubicle maze to deliver a heartfelt apology?Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Hellafunk", "Slingshot", and "Bittersweet" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Darude - Sandstorm [Chiptune Version]" by BildPünkT: https://soundcloud.com/lichttrager; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; and "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/.Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/

The culprits to Carver's kidnapping have been found, but Carver has not! To find the answers, the heroes must act as villains themselves and sneak into the River City First Enforcement Headquarters!Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Neo Soul", "Deja Vu", "Blood in the Water", "This Could Get Dark", "Heading Home", "Strutting", and "Hellafunk" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Lurking Terror" and "Quickening"by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/; "Thunder" by The Wanderer: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/stranger/; "Turn around" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "High on Loungin'" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; and "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/.Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/

The heroes are hot on the trail of Eel Patrick Harris! But their underwater chase leads them straight to Sigma Base and the Royal Seals. Where has that slippery fiend slithered off to?Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Surveillance", "Walk Tall", "Deja Vu", and "Cool Beans" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?;"Sick of" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; "Air" and "Purple" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com'; "RF-Silly Saturday" by legacyAlli: https://legacyalli.com/; and "High on Loungin'" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/.Harmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.com/

It's a distress signal — from Carver? The Abnimals rush to the Carvery only to find their hero missing. Who are the soggy scum behind this repugnant ransacking? Slippin Slime performed by Montaigne: https://montaignemusic.com.au/ Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "Blood in the Water", "Catch and Release", "Cool Beans", "Slingshot", "Gearing Up", "Bittersweet", "Questions", and "The Heavy Three" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Heartache" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik; "Purple" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; and "Demolition" by 1st Contact: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/1st-contact/.

The heroes must put up a good clean fight as Herr Dryer makes a mess of the Amphibi-Fortress, but can they defeat their arid adversary in time to take in a package? It's sink or swim! Sgt. Salamander performed by Brennan Lee Mulligan: https://brennanleemulligan.com/ Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: ""Ladies and Gentlemen, We Have Liftoff" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; "Task Man" and "Cool Boy & The Sunglasses Shark" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Quickening" by malictusmusic: https://www.malictusmusic.com/; "Cool Beans", "Bittersweet", "Questions" , and "Escape" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com'; and "11 MPH" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik.

The heroes hold down the fort against Herr Dryer and the Hot Boys. But they'd better hang on or get blown away! Jeremy the Badger Man performed by Jason Charles Miller: https://www.twitch.tv/questingtime Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "Ladies and Gentlemen, We Have Liftoff" and "Razor Rock' by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Steps on the Beach" by Audroid MK1: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/audroid-mk1/; and "Hellafunk" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?.

The heroes are tasked by the Amphi-Force with an important assignment, but are they up for the challenge?! Things are heating up when trouble blows in to town, will our heroes be hung out to dry? Krilliam performed by Paul Foxcroft: https://www.twitch.tv/questingtime Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "11 MPH" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik; "Questions", "This Could Get Dark", "Right as Rain", and "Heading Home" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Slice of Life" by Bryan Teoh: https://www.bryanteoh.com/; "Thunder" by The Wanderer: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/stranger/; "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Steps on the Beach" by Audroid MK1: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/audroid-mk1/; "Demolition" by 1st Contact: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/1st-contact/; Taffy Machine" by Kate Kody: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/kate-kody/; and "The Drama" by Rafael Krux: https://www.rafaelkrux.com/#/.

The heroes make a trip to Dr. Snarf's laboratory to gain some new skills, brush up on combat, and look even sharper! Laser Webber is performed by Laser Webber: https://www.lasertheboy.com/ Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "RF-Silly Saturday" by legacyAlli: https://legacyalli.com/; "11 MPH" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik; "Chi Town Funk" and "Blood in the Water" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Ruffling Feathers" and "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/; "Espérides" by Koi-discovery: https://koi-discovery.lescigales.org/; "Electric Birds" by Scott Holmes Music: https://scottholmesmusic.com/; and "Flamenco Rhythm" by Sunsearcher: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sunsearcher/.

A band of robots attacks the gala! Can our Abnimal heroes gear up to take them on? Majestica the Dragon Rider is performed by Sarah Moore: https://www.pixiesandpins.com/ Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "The Heavy Three", 'Bittersweet", "Right as Rain", and "Blood in the Water" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "The Party is Over" by Audroid MK1: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/audroid-mk1/; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Big Swing Band" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; and "Air" by Jesse Spillane: http://www.jessespillane.com/.

The Abnimals infiltrate the party just in time to catch the silver thief red-handed – or is it red-toothed when the culprit is a hungry robot? Jeff Leopard is performed by Jason Charles Miller: https://www.jasoncharlesmiller.com/ Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "Razor Rock" and "Flipping In" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; "Sk8board" and "Big Swing Band" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; "Dawn", "This Could Get Dangerous", and "The Heavy Three" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Metal Goat" by Midnight Commando: https://midnightcommando.com/; and "The Party is Over" and "Steps on the Beach" by Audroid MK1: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/audroid-mk1/.

The Abnimals take on their first mission from Carver, tracking down a silver thief at a Gala. But first, they have to figure out how to get into a party – without invitations! Special Agent Crane is performed by Aabriya Iyengar: https://www.instagram.com/quiddieAbnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "Escape", "Surveillance", and "Chi Town Funk" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; "Funky Energy Loop" by Kevin MacLeod: https://incompetech.com/; "Razor Rock" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; "Emerald Therapy" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; and "Neptune" by Joseph R. Lilore: https://josephlilore.com.

The Abnimal heroes have a job interview with one of the best of the best. Well, a job interview that involves dodging buzzsaws, sword-wielding dummies, and pushing/smushing paddles. A map of The Carvery and alt text for the map can be found here: https://bit.ly/AbnimalsMaps Spike Splosion is performed by Sandeep Parikh: https://linktr.ee/sandeepparikh Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "Gearing Up", "Questions," and "Mindsweep" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; "Funky Energy Loop" by Kevin MacLeod: https://incompetech.com/; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; and "Heartache" and "Darlin'" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik.

An unexpected figure appears from the shadows to fight Navy Seal, Ax-o-Lyle, and Roger Moore. With no real chance of defeating him, will they at least impress him? Krilliam performed by Paul Foxcroft: https://www.twitch.tv/questingtime Abminals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "Instrumental Sontagsfaherer" by Patrick Steel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqee4AUSj6Jocrsr-uDEAmA; "Metal Goat" by Midnight Commando: https://midnightcommando.com/; "Flipping In" by Wax Lyricist: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/wax-lyricist/; "Heartache" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik; "Neo Soul", "Mindsweep," "Chi Town Funk," and "Gearing Up" by Mr. Smith: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSk2j0fTMw9V94UGyfWrSuA?; and "The Drama" by Rafael Krux: https://www.rafaelkrux.com/#/.

Our Abnimal heroes Navy Seal, Ax-o-Lyle, and Roger Moore swoop in to thwart a gang of burgling bunnies who intend on stealing the signature weapons of the beloved Greenback Guardians! JJ August performed by Erika Ishii: https://www.instagram.com/theerikaishiiSgt. Salamander performed by Brennan Lee Mulligan: https://brennanleemulligan.com/Opening monologue punch up by Paul Foxcroft. Abminals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "Gearing Up", "Questions", and "Hellafunk" by Mr. Smith: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/mr-smith/; "Emerald Therapy" by Jason Shaw: https://audionautix.com/; "How it's done" by Pawel Feszczuk: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/pawel-feszczuk/ ; "Task Man" by Gamesharkoff: https://gagmesharkoff.bandcamp.com/; and "Instrumental Sontagsfaherer" by Patrick Steel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqee4AUSj6Jocrsr-uDEAmA.  

Welcome to the world of humanoid animal heroes, Abnimals! Join Justin, Griffin, Clint, and Zoo Keeper (Game Master) Travis as they introduce the new world, the new system, and their new characters. Abminals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/).Additional Music in this Episode: "Darlin'" by Beat Mekanik: https://linktr.ee/beatmekanik.