Fallout Lorecast - The Fallout Video Game & TV Lore Podcast
Episodes
286: Evidence For A Chinese "Liberty Prime"
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's evidence that China may have been more advanced with their robot and power armor technology than we assumed.Support the show & get cus...
285: Fallout TV: A Hollywood Creator's Perspective w/ Chip Monk
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chip Monk has years of experience working in video production and writing for sitcoms, plus he's the creator of the Chip Monk Show on YouTube. Wha...
284: New Fallout Quests Need THIS
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The patrons join me to discuss what we'd add to future Fallout quests in order to spice things up a bit more.Support the show & get custom t-s...
283: Fallout TV: Predictions w/ Lawrence from The MODUS Files
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lawrence has written and produced almost 3 season of Fallout stories in the MODUS files. Here's what he expects will happen with the Fallout TV se...
282: The History of Diamond City
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Diamond City isn't a perfect place to live, but it sure beats the open wasteland. But how was it established and what was it like before we arrive...
281: The 400 Year Old Man
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lorenzo Cabot is over 400 years old and might hold the secrets to Fallout's past.Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and joi...
280: FOTV: "I Don't Care About The Lore" & Best Order to Play The Games
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There was a hot take posted to Reddit titled, "Hot Take: I don't care about the lore" in the Fallout TV Subreddit. Let's unpack that. ...
279: Fallout 20 Questions - Can you beat our patrons?
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I challenge our patrons this week to 20 questions. Can they figure out my Fallout themed answers or will they fail?Donate to Fallout for Hope: https:/...
278: Robots Radio Holiday Special 2023
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Need some holiday cheer? Let's talk about the best things of 2023.Donate to Fallout for Hope: https://donate.tiltify.com/9f8acd91-7492-421f-8cf8-2...
277: The Weird Lore of Fallout's Assualtrons
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You might think that Assaultrons are just another robot, ready to blow up your face with a laser. But some are friendly and there may be more to them....
276: We Need To Talk About The Cyclops in the Fallout TV Trailer
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a week since the Fallout TV trailer dropped, and there's been a LOT of discussion online about everything. I address some of the big...
275: Fallout TV Show NEW Reveals & Thoughts
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've got thoughts on all the new Fallout TV show news. HYPE!!!Donate to Fallout for Hope: https://donate.tiltify.com/9f8acd91-7492-421f-8cf8-207b...
274: Stealth Technology - Stealth Boys & Stealth Suits
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's the deal with Stealth technology in the Fallout games? Who invented it and why does it drive people crazy?Donate to Fallout for Hope: https...
273: What do we know about Atlantic City?
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's not often that we get a brand new location in the world of Fallout. In just a few weeks, Fallout 76 is dropping us into Atlantic City - anoth...
272: The "Fat Man" Mini-Nuke & Real World Inspiration
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that the Fat Man was inspired by a real weapon? It seems ridiculous to try to launch a mini-nuke at such close range, but it really happe...
271: We Know Who Dropped The Bombs First!
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tks-Mantis interviewed Tim Cain, Fallout Creator and Lead Programmer, about the development of the early Fallout games, his thoughts on the future of ...
270: Scariest Moments in Fallout | Spooptober Patron Chat
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What moments in Fallout were the scariest for you? Did it include creepy locations? Monsters? Body-horror?Support the show & get custom t-shirts, ...
269: The Bloody Story of Pickman's Gallery
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference between you, the player character, and a psychopathic mass murderer who hunts down raiders and paints their portraits in blo...
268: The Ghost of Lucy Grandchester
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Although ghost stories are rare in the Fallout games, there are a few instances of hard evidence for ghosts. The story of Lucy Grandchester is probabl...
267: The Tragic Story of Pat Gerber
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat seemed like a good guy. He was someone who was willing to fight to protect his friends and family in the Union, but he was also ill prepared for t...
266: The Moments That Made Us CRY (Content Warning: Death, Abuse, Addiction, Everything)
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
These are the saddest moments in Fallout according to our Patrons.Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and join in on the monthly...
265: I've Got a Really Crazy Idea for the Fallout 3 Remake
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here's everything I think the Fallout 3 remake needs to include, plus a really fun idea that I think is less likely, but would be amazing.Support ...
264: Did the US Fight A War on The Moon?
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What was the Conflict of The Sea of Tranquility actually about? Who did the United States fight? Why did we remove our flag? When did it happen? Here&...
263: Fallout vs Starfield w/ Ken (ChadFallout76Podcast)
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You might be asking, "If I love Fallout, will I also love Starfield?" How is it similar? Different? Ken from Chad A Fallout 76 Podcast joins m...
262: Yet Even More Future Fallout Locations
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last month we discussed a few future Fallout locations, but we still have more fun ideas!Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and...
261: The Kings - Elvis Worshipers
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Fallout New Vegas we discover a gang who worships "The King." Elvis Presley. What's they're deal and who would we worship 200 years...
260: Harold: The Man Who Became a Tree
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's dig into Harold's story and why he's such an interesting and unique character.Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the a...
259: More Awesome Future Fallout Locations
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We revisit the concept of potential future Fallout game locations, and wow did our patrons come up with some new awesome ideas this time!Support the s...
258: All About Plasma Rifles
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do we know about how plasma rifles work? Who invented and manufactures them? What fun variants are there?Support the show & get custom t-shir...
257: Pylon V-13: What do Time Travel, Nuka Cola, and Aliens have in common?
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A minor location, Pylon V-13, leads us on a journey revealing some of the coolest power armor skins in Fallout 76, but also some potential insight int...
256: Fallout 76: Simulation or Real?
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There has been a lot of debate about Fallout 76 and if the vault dwellers are stuck in a simulation or not. Let's take a look at the arguments and...
255: The Best Weapons & Armor
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are your favorite weapons and armor in any Fallout game? Our patrons know theirs, and they're not what I would have expected...Support the sh...
254: Why was West Tek in Appalachia?
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why was West Tek operating a facility in Appalachia of all places?Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and join in on the monthly...
253: Who's the Last "Real-World" Person Born in Fallout?
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who was the last real-world living person to be born and live in the Fallout Universe? The answer might surprise you.Support the show & get custom...
251: Fallout's Most Mysterious Mysteries
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The patrons join me to discuss mysteries like Who is the Mysterious Stranger really? What is the Nirnroot in Fallout 4? And more!Support the show &...
250: 6 Things Every Fallout Game Will Always Have
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
These are the 6 pillars of Fallout. 6 concepts or things that the series will never not have.Help end Alzheimer's: https://donate.tiltify.com/@rob...
249: 14 Fallout Voice Actors Reunited
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
14 of Fallout's most famous voice actors come together to reminisce about the characters they played and what Fallout has meant to them.Help end A...
248: The Town of Flatwoods Reveals Historical Secrets
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.We visit the town of Flatwoods today, known for its "g...
247: The Mysterious Smiling Man
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.Who is the Smiling Man really? Is he Indrid Cold from the ...
246: Romance, Marry, Kill?
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.Which Fallout 4 companion would you choose to, ahem... rom...
245: New Cryptids! The Blue Devil & Oguas Real World Inspiration
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.What can we expect for the 2 new cryptids coming to Fallou...
244: Mr House's Treasure of Appalachia. Wait, what?
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.What do Gauly Mine, the "treasure of Appalachia," ...
243: Fallout Trivia Night | March, 2023 Patron Chat
01 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.Can you beat our patrons in this month's Fallout trivi...
242: Exploring 76: Mort, Sol & Polly
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.Let's get to know Duchess' friends Mort and Sol, a...
241: Exploring 76: Dutchess & The Wayward
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.Who is Dutchess and why is she such a badass?Support the s...
240: Exploring Fallout 76: Isolated Cabin, Waxon Homestead, and Who's Abbie?
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.We're shaking things up and diving directly into the g...
239: What The Next Fallout Game NEEDS | Feb 2023 Patron Chat
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.If you could add anything to the next Fallout game, what w...
238: Starting The Fallout Lorecast & More | Interview w/ Content Creator's Guide
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.This week I got the chance to chat with Jaxxis from the Co...
237: Vault 96: An Ark for The Atomic Age
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.Vault 96, an Ark for the Atomic Age. Well, things don'...
236: Vault 51 and the Horrors of AI
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.Vault 51 is a warning about AI and the sad story of Reuben...
235: Our Favorite Mods | Jan 2023 Patron Chat
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Go to dave.com/falloutlore to sign up for an ExtraCash account and get up to $500 instantly.It feels like EVERYONE at this point has played a fallout ...
234: The Story of The Wendigo Colossus + Vault 77 Explained
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Earl Williams was a hard-working minor until a tragic event sealed his fate. Also, why haven't I done an episode on Vault 77 and the man with the ...
233: Hubris Comics & The Unstopables!
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do we know about Hubris comics and their popular super heroes, the Unstopables!?Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and joi...
232: Fallout 76: The Tragic Tail of the Order of Mysteries
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a deadly comic book character comes to life? An epic and tragic story about a mother and daughter with different ideas about what it...
231: Fallout 76: The Mystery of Rose the Raider-Bot
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about Rose, the raider-bot at the top of the world. How did she get her personality?Help the kids, donate to Fallout For Hope: https:/...
230: Who would you invite to your holiday party? Dec, 2022 Patron Chat
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who would you invite to your Holiday party in the wasteland?Help the kids, donate to Fallout For Hope: https://tiltify.com/+fallout-for-hope/fallout-...
229: Robots Radio Network Holiday Special 2022
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Holidays! We gather hosts together from across the network to talk about the things we loved the most about 2022 and what we're looking forw...
228: Top 10 Truly "Good" Characters
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who do you think are the "goodest" characters across the Fallout games? Help the kids, donate to Fallout For Hope: https://tiltify.com/+fallou...
227: The Lore Behind Nuka World On Tour
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is Nuka World On Tour? Why are they in Appalachia and what can we expect from this new update?Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip th...
226: Where would you LIVE, VISIT, & NUKE? Nov, 2022 Patron Chat
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Where would you choose to live, visit, and nuke in the wasteland?Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and join in on the monthly ...
225: Fallout Bestiary: Molerats
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody loves molerats, right? They just pop up when you least expect it and try to nibble your face off. So cute!Support the show & get custom ...
224: Fallout Bestiary: Yao Guai
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lions? Nope. Tigers, nuh uh. Irradiated bears? Oh my! Let's talk about the Yao Guai.Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and ...
223: FEV Mutants Can't Reproduce, Right? Right?
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A very interesting post on the Fallout Lore subreddit has gotten me thinking about FEV's effects on creaturs and their ability to reproduce. Let&#...
222: Fallout TV Show Leak Dissected
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Could the new updated info on IMDB hold any truth? Let's see what we can dig up.Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and join...
221: How to Make Fallout 5 Even Spookier | Oct, 2022 Patron Chat
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We huddle together in the glow of this spooky campfire to discuss what we'd do with the next Fallout game to ramp up the spookiness in ways we hav...
220: The Stories that Matter the Most (25th Anniversary Special)
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The magic of Fallout is in the memories it creates and the stories we tell of our own experiences.Win $100 Bethseda gift cards & more: https://tw...
219: The Anachronistic Irony of Fallout's Music (25th Anniversary Special)
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The music of Fallout is iconic, but why does it work so well? Let's explore the popular music of the Fallout franchise.Win $100 Bethseda gift card...
218: The Foods of Fallout (25th Anniversary Special!)
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever taken a close look at all of the foods in the Fallout games? We'll discover some interesting details and even some mysteries...Suppo...
217: Who would you be before the war? Sept, 2022 Patron Chat
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What would your life be like in the pre-war world of the 2070's? Would you do the same job? Live a similar life? Or be someone else completely.Sup...
216: Joshua Graham & The Wrath of God
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a good man gets pushed to extremes? Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip the ads, and join in on the monthly patron chat...
215: The Story of The PITT
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're headed back to The PITT in Fallout 76, but what happens in the Fallout 3 DLC that makes it such a memorable expansion? Support the show &...
214: The Legion's REAL Philosophy
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to see the Roman influence in Caesar's Legion, but there's a lesser-known philosophy underpinning Caesar's goals. His justif...
213: Where to go after The Pitt? | Aug, 2022 Patron Chat
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Fallout 76 returning soon to The Pitt, we discuss other locations that we think we should revisit in future updates and what might be happening t...
212: The NCR / Brotherhood of Steel War
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
WAR, WAR NEVER CHANGES. This time it's the war between the Brotherhood of Steel and the New California Republic. Here's what lead to the war, ...
211: Helios One: Weaponizing the Sun
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
HELIOS One is a pre-War Poseidon Energy concentrated solar power plant that used to, and potentially still could, generate and provide power to the Ne...
210: My Crazy Fallout TV Show Theory
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I have a theory about the Fallout TV Show. Let's review the leaks and see what we can discover. Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip t...
209: The Boomers w/ Jessica Star
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Star steps in this week to guest host while Tom is of traveling the wasteland. She digs into the Boomers of Nellis Airforce Base & some ot...
208: The Fallout TV Show's Villains | Patron Chat July 2022
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With all the news coming out about the Fallout TV in production we've got a lot of screenshots and some leaks about where the show might be locate...
207: REPCONN: Rockets, Plasma Guns, and Ghouls
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The story of REPCONN is a sad one. A company run into the ground by a bad leader. A location overrun by ghouls and super mutants. But some find hope i...
206: NOVAC: The Town with the Dinosaur
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ah, the town of NOVAC. Visit Dinky the Dinosaur, the world's 2nd largest thermometer, and some leftover rockets from REPCONN. Oh, and all the inte...
205: New Vegas: Craig Boone's Tragic Story
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're headed back to New Vegas! Here's everything we know about our favorite grumpy NCR sniper companion, Craig Boone.Support the show & g...
204: Fallout 5 Needs THIS | Patron Chat June, 2022
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We weigh in with our thoughts on how Fallout 5 needs to grow and change from the other games in the series in order to be successful.Help end Alztheim...
203: Wes Johnson's Voiceapalooza, 9 Fallout 4 Voice Actors!
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Tom & Ken as they interview 9 amazing Fallout 4 voice actors about playing their characters, voice acting, and the impact that Fallout has ha...
202: (Game) Captain Robots Tracks the Checkered Coat Man
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Where did the Checker Coat man go?Download the lo-fi songs here: https://robotsradio.bandcamp.com/Support the show & get custom t-shirts, skip th...
201: 200 Episode Celebration Quiz Show w/ Special Guests!!!
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's a party! We celebrate 200 episodes with Ken, Toon, Jessica Star, Dave, and Laney by playing a quiz game about Fallout game reviews and Metacr...
Bonus! Starfield Gameplay Reveal & the Xbox Bethesda Showcase
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is it! The big Xbox / Bethesda 2022 showcase featuring gameplay from Starfield. Dave Chafinz and I drop some predictions and react to what was re...
199: (Game) Captain Robots meets the NCR & Legion
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
He's cleaned up some Powder Gangers, and is headed to the NCR to finish this whole Sheriff of Primm thing. Next, Nipton, and crucifixions???Downlo...
198: Make ANYONE a companion, who do you pick?
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week our patrons join me to discuss which character they'd upgrade to a full-fledged companion from any of the games. Who would you choose an...
197: Music Inspired by Fallout
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I've been inspired to create music which is inspired by Fallout. I hope you enjoy this very different episode!Download the lo-fi songs here: https...
196: Nuka-World Easter Eggs
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Nuka-World DLC is big and there's a lot you could miss if you've only played through it once or twice. Here are the best easter eggs and t...
195: The Origins of Nuka-Girl & More
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The character design of Nuka-Girl, the beautiful and adventurous female mascot for Nuka-Cola, is an interesting mix of Sci-Fi film influences. My jour...
194: Nuka-Cola & The Horrors of Capitalism
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oh, Nuka-Cola. We love you, but do we fear you enough? Welcome to a warning story about Capitalism, human empathy, and the horrors of a head in a jar....
193: We Designed our own Badass Fallout Factions | April 2022 Patron Chat
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everywhere you look in Fallout there are factions with some sort of goals. But what if you were to develop your own faction? What goal would they have...
192: The Pip-Boy: What a Strange Device
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's with this funny little device we carry around on our wrists? Where did it come from and why are there so many different models? Subscribe f...
191: Why are Bottle Caps Currency?
08 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why everyone uses bottle caps for money? Where did this start and why? Is this just a silly idea or is there a real concept her...
190: Who Hold's the Wasteland's Future? & New Fallout 76 Developer | March 2022 Patron Chat
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Solving the troubles of the wasteland is not an easy problem. So I've brought together my patron friends to explore this idea a bit more. We also ...
189: Which Faction Could SAVE Humanity?
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's topic is a philosophical exploration of each major faction as I ask the question, "would their ideology create a future that could act...
188: Does the Enclave Survive After Fallout 3 & 4?
18 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After the events of Fallout 3 the Enclave seems to have been destroyed, but is it totally gone? Are there any remnants left? What proof do we have tha...
187: The Enclave's Untold Story w/ Lawrance from the MODUS Files
12 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's way more going on with the Enclave just after the bombs drop than you know! I bring on my friend and special guest Lawrance from the MODUS...
186: The WORST Villains in Fallout | Feb, 2022 Patron Chat
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fallout has some amazing villains, but who REALLY gets under your skin? We brought in our patrons this week to find out who they think are the absolut...