Don't call it a book club.
Episodes
Jurassic Park: Part One
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
IPA heads are lying (3:00 to skip). Dan has some serious questions about how we can know what the past was like without living through it. This book h...
The Goblin Emperor: Part Three
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Time to rant a little about our real jobs (10:30 to skip). Turns out being nice is all you need to be a good emperor! Next week we’re reading Ju...
The Goblin Emperor: Part Two
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Movie talk is back (13:48 to skip). Luke needs everyone to do better and Dan needs Maia to think with his head for once. Also we have officially found...
The Goblin Emperor: Part One
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We come up with the next billion-dollar idea in real time (12:25 to skip). The bar is low, but elves maybe less racist than expected? Special thanks t...
The Gone World: Part Three
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The boys get very warmed up: dog talk and TV talk (14:40 to skip). Dan gives the official name of the Time Cop show and Luke needs answers. Actually s...
The Gone World: Part Two
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We like to walk the fine line between delicious dive restaurant and unnecessary risk (6:40 to skip). Moss (and Scully?) are really bad at their job! S...
The Gone World: Part One
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dan experienced a minor annoyance this week and needed to talk about it (12:08 to skip). Get ready for the boys to talk about time travel the entire e...
The Raven Scholar: Part Three
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re warming up by putting Pho in the hot seat (6:25 to skip). Ok but Andren did kinda save the world, right? Next week we’re starting Th...
The Raven Scholar: Part Two
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Luke is sick of being nice (8:38 to skip). Dan is the theory wizard and Luke doesn’t get the whole emperor thing. Special thanks to VOLO for the...
The Raven Scholar: Part One
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dan embarrasses himself at yet another restaurant (11:30 to skip). Neema needs friends and knives that cause the apocalypse should stay in the vault. ...
The Color of Magic: Part Two
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rapid fire warmups (15:58 to skip)! Dan has a lot of problems and Luke gets his money's worth out of that PhD. Also, the boys get Radioactive this ep....
The Color of Magic: Part One
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dan has a new, ambitious plan to reach “regular” status at his local restaurant (12:20 to skip). Big innovations in this one, tourism gets...
The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet: Part Three
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s that time of year so enjoy your Christmas movie slop (10:15 to skip). Ohan does his own research and Jenks needs to use iCloud backup more....
The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet: Part Two
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got a (blessedly short) update on pheromones (2:35 to skip). Rosemary risks it all and we’re never forgiving pirates and scammers. S...
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet: Part One
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke gives his formal report (47:00 to skip). Alien vibe check to start and captain Ashby has never been online. Special thanks to VOLO for the intro ...
The Tainted Cup: Part Two
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brownie taste test time! (12:30 to skip). If anyone is trying to find good gift ideas for us, can we suggest a Leviathan Bone sword? Happy Thanksgivin...
The Tainted Cup: Part One
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan offers lifehacks to make up for a distinct lack of brownies. He claims next week for sure. (13:18 to skip). The maximum occupancy of these house...
Carl’s Doomsday Scenario: Part Two
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brownies have peaked (9:15 to skip). Carl's fans contain multitudes and being a crawl guide is my passion. We're starting The Tainted Cup by Robert Ja...
Carl’s Doomsday Scenario: Part One
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“I’m not sure what to do with my hands” – Luke (11:15 to skip). Dan expects the existential crisis any day now and Luke doesn&...
The Watchers Movie
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
creepypasta discussion incoming (24:00 to skip). This week we are all The Watchers. Special thanks to VOLO for the intro and outro music.The post The ...
The Watchers: Part Two
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our halloween decorations are better than yours (14:35 to skip). We do the math on our professor’s body count and then we’re spreading the...
The Watchers: Part One
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan both make people mad to get warmed up (13:28 to skip). Be sure to post your creepypasta on the Discord for Luke and Dan to rank! What ar...
The Will of the Many: Part Four
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We remember your dog’s name (8:25 to skip). Monarchies are bad, actually. Vis breaks the record for most times falling unconscious. Spooky seaso...
The Will of the Many: Part Three
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke is getting old (9:05 to skip). The boys are flummoxed by this twist and pretty annoyed with Vis, the perfect independent voter. Also, its definit...
The Will of the Many: Part Two
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Car Salesman: *slaps roof of human body*, “this bad boy can hold so many kidneys”. Really hoping you all get that reference (10:20 to skip...
The Will of the Many: Part One
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan offload their baggage (8:50 to skip). School is back in session folks! The boys struggle with some basic math and aerodynamics. Also wild...
A Memory Called Empire: Part Three
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Dan is back and (9:30 to skip). Imagos aren’t real people and Yskandr just keeps getting hotter. The Will of the Many by James Islingt...
A Memory Called Empire: Part Two
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke reveals how AI is actually useful and Dan forgets he is on a Fantasy book podcast for 5 minutes (13:17 to skip). Luke and Dan talk culture and ...
A Memory Called Empire: Part One
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan visits a city you’ve probably never heard of (8:15 to skip). Imagos are neat and we love our new Teixcalaan names. Special thanks to VOLO fo...
Kings of the Wyld: Part Three
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke scolds a sociopath (07:45 to skip). The hat is everything and you have time to practice your harmonica while traveling. Lastly, I don't care if t...
Kings of the Wyld: Part Two
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re reviewing dog toys now (9:20 to skip). To be true adventurers it’s important to try out all the local cuisine… with some excep...
Kings of the Wyld: Part one
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke kicks us off with a rant that ends with Dan encouraging him to engage in some *light* bribery (10:00 to skip). Is anyone else surprised they have...
Babel: Part Three
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This one almost turns into a book club. Almost. Special thanks to VOLO for the intro and outro music.The post Babel: Part Three first appeared on Don'...
Babel: Part Two
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Super original rant today; scheduling doctor appointments sucks (5:30 to skip). Give us one of these silver bars that tells you when you’ve made...
Babel: Part One
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back and Dan met some lunatics on his trip (13:20 to skip). College is the best time of your life whether you go to modern day Uni or Babe...
Mailbag Impossible
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan dig into the mailbag this sode and talk Murderbot. See y'all in July! Special thanks to VOLO for the intro and outro music.
The Blacktongue Thief: Part Three
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yard talk (11:28 to skip)! Luke rejects middle age lady aura and Dan needs an ELI5 for the goblin quarter. Never mess with a wizard hut. Just don't. ...
The Blacktongue Thief: Part Two
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Diet soda is in, and probiotics are out (9:30 to skip). Join us as we brainstorm the best way to deal with our very frequent Kraken interactions. You ...
The Blacktongue Thief: Part One
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke earns a new nickname (10:25 to skip). This episode has a lot of school talk so get that cap and gown ready! Anyone ready for the nicest table of ...
Ninth House: Part Three
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan form a neighborhood watch (11:30 to skip). Darlington is voted most overrated while Alex obvi takes home the MVP trophy. How much are you...
Ninth House: Part Two
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Honk honk, friends (8:35 to skip). Luke and Dan find their house and lose their friends? Then Luke absolutely reads Darlington and Dan gives a book re...
Ninth House: Part One
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan pitches his new business idea (7:45 to skip). Man, these guys need to figure out some better uses for their magic abilities, right? AI libraries a...
Dungeon Crawler Carl: Part Two
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Time for the AI talk (6:42 to skip). Dan wants to stop the AI footpocalypse and Luke doesn’t want to get his hands dirty. Glurp glurp folks. Spe...
Dungeon Crawler Carl: Part One
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Horse or knockout, pick a side (13:00 to skip). Dan’s going all the way past the 18th floor with his nitro-blast (patent pending). We’ve o...
Fourth Wing: Part Three
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bikers rights (11:00 to skip)! New worst power discussion incoming. Chocolate cake is not food and Dan’s theory takes flight. Special thanks to ...
Fourth Wing: Part Two
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan wants recognition for his restaurant loyalty (11:25 to skip). Violet is taking the chosen one trope to a whole new level and is the absolute most ...
Fourth Wing: Part One
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No warm up, things are hot enough already. Worst dragon power of all time? Also, who is growing flowers specifically for this purpose? Power to the sc...
Wind and Truth: Part Four
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Controversial opinion: watching sports is a lot more fun if you cheer for the team that’s going to win (8:00 to skip). Adolin is unstoppable and...
Wind and Truth: Part Three
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan are living on hard mode sometimes (9:00 to skip). Is it time to conquer Shinovar? Does Odium follow daylight savings time? Are we peeing ...
Wind and Truth: Part Two
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas tell you how to host a proper board game night (8:40 to skip). Shin society seems quite stable despite some uh… shaky foundations. Ka...
Wind and Truth: Part One
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan don’t want your gifts (12:13 to skip). Its been a while since the boys have thought about Roshar so there is definitely some catchi...
The Dark Forest: Part Three
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan has another run in with a weird boi (9:35 to skip). Is everyone in the future a big dummy or did they do a big mass mental seal day off camera? St...
The Dark Forest: Part Two
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Movie watch (9:34 to skip)! Luke and Dan are not impressed. Get wallbroken, nerds. Special thanks to VOLO for the intro and outro music.
The Dark Forest: Part One
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy new year folks, today we’re warming up with all things pie (10:15 to skip). Apparently, this is a hot take, but we’re coming out str...
Three Body Problem: Season 1
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This one’s for the couch potatoes. Special thanks to VOLO for the intro and outro music.The post Three Body Problem: Season 1 first appeared on ...
Mother of Learning: Part Three
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Christmas movies and tree decorating, hear our tips for getting into the christmas spirit (10:00 to skip). The age old question about magical schools ...
Mother of Learning: Part Two
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This may have become the most educated podcast you are listening to. Luke is making space for Defying Gravity (7:25 to skip). Zorian doesn't realize w...
Mother of Learning: Part One
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan is out $15 and he is not happy about it (12:50 to skip). This character definitely needs to level up, but mainly in the rizz department. How many ...
The Gunslinger: Part Two
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Time for some pop culture throwbacks to see where our thoughts were a few years ago (10:30 to skip). Using a falcon in your coming-of-age ritual is ch...
The Gunslinger: Part One
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Its finally getting cool (for one of the boys) and it is welcome (5:20 to skip). Luke is getting notes of Mad Max and Dan is tasting a hint of Fallout...
‘Salem’s Lot: Part Three
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan is a Bezos fan (10:31 to skip)? Vampire rights incoming and Catholic priests are the original nerds. Also, listen to the medical experts when they...
‘Salem’s Lot: Part Two
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think you can pull off a fedora? Send us a fit check (8:00 to skip). Critical question during vampire infestations, how many safe zones do you ...
‘Salem’s Lot: Part One
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bigfoot hunters beware: Dan is not buying it (13:50 to skip). Luke and Dan feel the siren song of becoming weird conservative guys but they resist. Al...
Outskirter’s Secret: Part Three
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's movie time again! Turns out Luke and Dan are all in on movie theaters these days (9:20 to skip). Dan and Luke's outskirter tribe is doubling down...
Outskirter’s Secret: Part Two
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t mind the number of times we refer to the star in Orion’s armpit (4:53 to skip). Dan gets a theory in off rip and Luke is tired of th...
Outskirter’s Secret: Part One
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke’s got a new mic and a new gym routine (8:10 to skip). The Outskirts are lookin rough, but maybe this big party makes it all worth it. Are y...
The Steerswoman: Part Two
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan thinks its time for a car revolution (08:35 to skip). The steerswomen are certainly one of the organizations of all time. Rowan needs someone to t...
The Steerswoman: Part One
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve figured out the foolproof way to make a hit fantasy show (12:30 to skip). Luke and Dan are both applying to become steersmen, but have som...
The Fires of Vengeance: Part Three
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Water bottle talk (8:24 to skip)! Luke apologizes for his thought crimes and Dan has a spicy theory. The doctor has just prescribed 400ccs of vengeanc...
The Fires of Vengeance: Part Two
24 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan goes to the movies to get the essence of life (10:40 to skip). Tau gets a bad grade on RateMyProfessor, but man is he good at fighting. The Cull a...
The Fires of Vengeance: Part One
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke desperately tries to avoid sounding like a middle schooler to someone on the phone (11:50 to skip). Who is still choosing to fight Tau? How is Ta...
The State of the Fantasy Union
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan talk about other fantasy/scifi things they are into right now. Big Wonka talk and the search for satisfaction is never ending. Special th...
Son of a Liche: Part Three
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke’s intro rant proves advertising works folks (10:18 to skip). Dan names the MVPs and Luke needs to know, “where the money at?” A...
Son of a Liche: Part Two
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke starts this episode by claiming that USA sports are the best in the world and soccer is for a bunch of whiney babies (11:28 to skip). Luke and Da...
Son of a Liche: Part One
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Book reports, Winnie the Pooh and joining the undead army to avoid knee pain. I’m thinking we’re back. Special thanks to VOLO for the intr...
A Feast for Crows: Part Four
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for your book report! Luke and Dan are taking another short break but will be back in July. This episode starts with Furiosa talk; no skippi...
A Feast for Crows: Part Three
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Photos are out, but selfies are in (9:35 to skip). Cersei continues her historic cringe run, sigils are overhyped, and Arya needs her own hot sauce re...
A Feast for Crows: Part Two
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Compliments only on other peoples food folks (8:15 to skip)! Sam is a legend and we’re excited to hear his ballad. Cersei is queen of foolproof ...
A Feast for Crows: Part One
25 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan are back! Big updates incoming (13:12 to skip). Nobody’s snatching these chains and you will never guess who is getting the pen wor...
Caliban’s War: Part Three
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan go fishing for a sponsorship (7:00 to skip). If you were wondering who Caliban is, stick around to find out! Special thanks to VOLO for t...
Caliban’s War: Part Two
30 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan goes off the grid (11:00 to skip). Turns out Bobbie has fallen for the propaganda, and Avasarala is a terrible boss. Taste your soup before you ad...
Caliban’s War: Part One
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan learns the rules of basketball (9:35 to skip), then we give our takes on the first episode of The Expanse TV show (up to 23:15, then book talk). N...
Leviathan Wakes: Part Three
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan complain about modern life (08:30 to skip). Fred is either a lucky idiot or a tactical genius and there is no room for error. Also, how a...
Leviathan Wakes: Part Two
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Turns out the teens are alright (6:25 to skip). Our crew needs to get some hobbies and stop being bored all the time. Holden is not to blame but the g...
Leviathan Wakes: Part One
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You accepting cookies or naw? (09:02 to skip) Luke and Dan do flesh talk and we get taken to office hours a few times this episode. Luke needs better ...
A Darker Shade of Magic: Part Three
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just a heads up before you get into this one, we had a little recording issue so Dan’s audio is a little off. Dan tells us how he turned into a ...
A Darker Shade of Magic: Part Two
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke hits us with the hottest of snack takes. But actually he is very right (7:21 to skip). Luke is getting ready to level up and Dan wants someone to...
A Darker Shade of Magic: Part One
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chefs are artists and it’s immoral to tweak their creations (9:40 to skip). Kell is a big ol’ dummy who is too scared to leave his hometow...
The Bone Ships: Part Three
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Dan wrap up The Bone Ships by talking about modern art and the means of production. Dan gloats about his called shot, and Luke gets hyped abo...
The Bone Ships: Part Two
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re not ready to leave Christmas behind quite yet (11:30 to skip). All we want is a new big windy bird best friend, but Lucky Meas isn’t...
The Bone Ships: Part One
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a discussion about thick drinks and child ghosts. Are these pirates too harsh or not harsh enough with their punishments? Luke and Dan h...
The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook: Part Two
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Luke joins the truck club (8:00 to skip). Science talk is back and we’ve got a big mass balance problem to solve. Our boy John gets into the hol...
The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook: Part One
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan gets bullied by his local beekeeper (15:00 to skip). Folks, these alternate dimensions are seeing some pretty messed up stuff, right? Despite that...
Legend: Part Two
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why you don’t mess with Thanksgiving dishes (16:30 to skip). This episode starts off with some pretty classic Luke and Dan joking around and the...
Legend: Part One
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing: gray cousins (10:50 to skip). The drama is peak and the cringe is ripe. Luke does a significant amount of backpedaling in this ep. Also i...
Best Served Cold: Part Three
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan is back on the fairgrounds, what will he find this time? (12:20 to skip) Thank god Cosca is back and he might just be a wizard. Jinxes make a big ...
Best Served Cold: Part Two
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All the college football fans that listen to the pod, this warmup is for you (12:20 to skip). Shivers needs a confidence boost, and we’ve got so...
Best Served Cold: Part One
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Honestly, this warmup rant is all over the place (11:50 to skip). Does everyone in the North need to do a big group therapy session? Cause it seems li...
The Horror at Red Hook and The Ballad of Black Tom: Part Two
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re standing up for everyone’s right to not text back (14:20 to skip). It’s time for a new addition to our most hated characters l...
The Horror at Red Hook and The Ballad of Black Tom: Part One
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Luke reminds us that while ball is life, sometimes life is not ball (9:06 to skip). Hitting Lovecraft with a classic compliment sandwich. A nice, tall...