Fallout Lorecast - The Fallout Video Game & TV Lore Podcast
Episodes
185: The Enclave A.I. That Almost Destroyed (Saved?) The World
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Could an A.I. run the United States? Here's the story of John Henry Eden, first AI of the Enclave, and a warning story for all of us. Subscribe fo...
184: The Story of Liberty Prime
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Liberty Prime, the largest robot ever created. A walking, talking, killing machine of American democracy. What is the story of it's creation and h...
183: What If... The Bombs Never Dropped? w/ Dave Chaffins
12 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What would happen if the bombs never fell? Let's go back to the year 2077. The war is at its peak. The US & China are invading each other'...
182: (Game) Captain Robots' New Vegas Adventures EP 2
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots discovers some grumpy NCR boys, a little town called Primm which ain't so proper 'cause it's in need of a new sheriff, and ...
181: How would YOU Survive the Wasteland? Patron Chat Jan, 2022
05 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine that Fallout is real. You're thrust out into the wasteland. No home. No vault. No faction. Nowhere to run to for safety. Just you and your...
180: (Game) Captain Robots' New Vegas Adventures EP 1
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots begins a new adventure in New Vegas. Join Robots as he Role Plays his ways through the classic Fallout game with a 10 Luck build, makin...
179: Aliens: Are they "Canon?"
29 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever since we got the Mothership Zeta expansion for Fallout 3, the internet has been debating the "canonization" of aliens in Fallout. With th...
178: Paladin Rahmani's Journey
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Paladin Rahmani's story begins before the Great War, on the West Coast near the Mariposa Military Base. After the bombs fall, she meets a man name...
177: Fallout 76 Developer Interview
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tom & Ken (Chad A Fallout 76 Story) speak with Carl Mckevitt, Senior Quest Designer, and Jon Rush, Art Director, of Fallout 76 about the Night of ...
176: A Fallout 2021 Retrospective - Patron Chat Dec, 2021
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look back at Fallout 76 over the last year, how the Brotherhood of Steel story unfolded, the events, and some of the interesting lore reveal...
175: What if... The Scorched Plague Never Happened? w/ Lawrence (The MODUS Files) & Brad (Once Upon a Wasteland)
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So much of Fallout 76's story and events before Vault 76's doors open revolve around the Scorched Plague and the inability of the residents of...
174: What if the Institute Helped the Commonwealth? Patron Chat Nov, 2021
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What if the Institute was "above board" and attempted to be morally upright? What if they communicated clearly with the people of the Commonwe...
173: Tom Interviews His Wife, plus "What If" Brainstorm
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My wife, Fireshadow, joins me for the first time ever! I interview her about her experiences with Fallout and then have a crazy "what if" brai...
172: What if... The Vaults Were Safe? w/ Dave Chafinz
20 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What if the Vaults weren't a horror show of scientific experiments gone wrong? How would this change the wasteland? The world? Dave Chafinz and I ...
171: Farewell, Laney
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a celebration of Laney's time on the show as she decides to step down as cohost in order to spend more time behind the scenes work...
170: The Scariest Moments in Fallout - Patron Chat Oct 2021
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Patrons join me to discuss all of their memories of the scariest moments across the fallout games. Everything that gives them chills, gets under their...
169: Former Lead Artist Nate Purkeypile: Creating Horror in Fallout
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Former Lead Designer, Nate Purkeypile, joins us to talk about his influences in developing some of the most iconic and spooky environments and creatur...
168: Skullie Face's Most Unsettling Moments in Fallout
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our third guest for Spooptober is another wonderful content creator, streamer, and show host with a very appropriate name for the spooky season, Skull...
167: Ken Vigue (Chad A Fallout 76 Story) on Dark, Unsettlingly Moments in Fallout
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our second guest for Spooptober this year is Ken Vigue, the brain behind Chad a Fallout 76 Podcast and Fallout For Hope to discuss the dark, unsettlin...
166: Jessica-Star on Fallout's Most Unsettling Moments
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We kick off Spooptober with a wonderful guest. Jessica-Stars joins us to talk about what she believes are the most unsettling moments in Fallout. Subs...
165: "Fallout Quest Name OR Sci-fi Movie Title?" The Quiz Show! Sept 2021 Patron Episode
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Can you tell the difference between the names of Fallout quests and obscure Sci-fi movies from the 40's, 50's and 60's? We challenge our p...
164: New Vegas: The White Glove Society & The Ultra Luxe
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The White Glove Society have almost erased their shady past. A past seasoned with the flavors of those they previously killed... and ate. Subscribe fo...
163: New Vegas: The Chairmen & The Tops Casino
18 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's travel back to New Vegas and stay at The Tops Casino. We'll meet the Chairmen and their leader Benny. You know, the guy in the checker s...
162: The OFFICIAL Fallout TTRPG w/ Ellen from Baby Beard Media
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ellen, from Role to Cast, join Tom to discuss the NEW official Fallout Table Top Role Play Game system. Role to Cast is a real play podcast from Baby ...
161: New Vegas: Who would you cast in a New Vegas Movie?
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our Patrons join us this month to discus who they'd cast in key roles in a New Vegas movie, including Characters like Mr. House, Benny, Cass, Lily...
160: Quakecon 2021: Apocalypse Squares w/ Celebrity Voice Actors
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This year we were honored to be included in the Quakecon community events as part of the Apocalypse Squares game show. Tom, Ken, and Dave from the Fal...
159: New Vegas: The Gomorrah Casino & The Omertas
21 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The casinos of the Fallout New Vegas strip are each run by a unique gang with The Gomorrah being the most traditionally "Vegas." Let's del...
158: New Vegas: Wild Wasteland Stuff You Might Have Missed
14 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a complete list of all of the Wild Wasteland events in New Vegas and their inspirations. Subscribe for more Fallout Lorecast Podcast episod...
157: New Vegas - Nightkin: God & Dog
08 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Laney heads up this episode to bring you the last of the nightkin we're going to discuss from New Vegas, God/Dog is another split personality with...
156: The WORST Moral Dilemmas in Fallout (Patron Chat)
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tom, Laney, and our Patrons discuss the most difficult moral dilemmas we've had to face in Fallout games, and then chat more broadly about why mor...
155: New Vegas: Nightkin - Davison & Antler
24 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Davison & Antler have an interesting relationship. Especially because one of them is a brahmin skull. Let's talk about mental illness. Yay! Su...
154: New Vegas: Nightkin - Tabitha of Utobitha
10 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tabitha - the nightkin super-mutant radio host and cult leader is a split-personality character with more depth than you might realize. Subscribe for ...
153: New Vegas: Nightkin - Lily Bowen
03 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lily Bowen - the 75 year old woman turned super mutant nightkin with a split personality is one of the kindness companions you'll ever have. Here&...
152: Fallout 4: Faction Tactics & Strategies (Monthly Patron Chat)
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Each of the factions in Fallout 4 has different military advantages and disadvantages. We discuss how each Fallout faction would tactically and strate...
151: Behind the Lore: An Interview with Nate Purkeypile
19 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nate Purkeypile was the Creative Director behind Fallout 76 and worked on many other Bethesda titles over the years. We got the chance to interview hi...
150: New Vegas: Nightkin Super Mutants Part 1
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Nightkin were once the best of the super mutants... but things changed over 100+ years. By the events of New Vegas, they're suffering from a n...
149: New Vegas: The Followers of the Apocalypse
05 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Followers of the Apocalypse might just be the most positive and good organization in the wasteland. Here's what Subscribe for more Fallout Lor...
148: Which Vault Would You Oversee? Monthly Patron Chat
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you had to be the overseer of a vault, which vault would it be? Is there a safe choice? A best choice? A GOOD choice? Subscribe for more Fallout Lo...
147: New Vegas: Primm
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Due to pet problems, Laney takes on her first solo episode to talk about the town of Primm in New Vegas. Subscribe for more Fallout Lorecast Podcast e...
Starfield Lorecast Sneak Peak - Leaks & E3
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A sneak peek at the Starfield Lorecast. Subscribe for more Fallout Lorecast Podcast episodes! Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio ...
Laney's Car Accident...
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sorry about no new episode this week. Here's why. Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/falloutloreAdvertising Inquir...
145: Birthday Call-In Show
08 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For his birthday, Robots hosts a call in episode to chat with listeners about their favorite Fallout memories. Subscribe for more Fallout Lorecast Pod...
144: Nipton - The Lore Behind the Town & Events
01 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So much about Nipton (and New Vegas) is based on the real world. The location, lottery, and even the terrible things the Legion do here. Let's tal...
143: The Music of Fallout | Monthly Patron Chat
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tom & Laney hang out with our patrons to discuss the music of Fallout - the songs, the background music, how it affects us, and why it's impor...
142: New Vegas: The Powder Gangers
17 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Powder Gangers may be a smaller faction, but there's more going on than you may have known. Subscribe for more Fallout Lorecast Podcast episod...
141: New Vegas: Goodsprings
10 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Goodsprings is the town you start in, in Fallout New Vegas. It's a real location, too. Let's discuss the occupants and history of the town. Su...
140: New Vegas: Who is the Courier?
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Courier from Fallout New Vegas is a protagonist with a mysterious past. What do we know about them and who might they really be? Subscribe for mor...
139: The Upcoming Alien Story w/ Patrons
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The patrons join me to discuss our thoughts on Aliens in Fallout and where the Alien story coming this fall to Fallout 76 might go. Subscribe for more...
138: Steel Dawn & The 3 Pillars of the BoS
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The 3 main individuals in the Steel Dawn story of Fallout 76 represent the 3 main sides of the Brotherhood of Steel. Here's what I mean... Sponsor...
137: Fort ATLAS & The Power of Weather
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Fort ATLAS is a weather observatory that's much more than it seems... Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon:Become a patr...
136: The Foundation Settlers
06 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who are the Foundation Settlers and where do they come from? Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon:Become a patron! https://p...
135: How Would YOU Survive in the Wasteland plus a Special Guest & a Reveal!
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss if and how we'd survive in the wasteland, plus a very special guest and a reveal! Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradi...
134: The Crater Raiders of Fallout 76
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Crater Raiders are a mix of different raider groups from across Appalachia. We dig into their background and details. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: S...
133: Beckett's Story
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Beckett had a rough upbringing. Taking care of his younger brother, joining gangs. Here's how his story begins. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storybl...
132: The Blood Eagles Raider Gang
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Blood Eagles are one of the worst raider gangs in Appalachia. Prepare to be grossed out. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Pa...
131: (Game) Don't Blow Up Your Friends | The Adventures of Captain Robots
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is why we can't have nice things. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon:Become a patron! https://patreon.com/fallout...
130: Is the Brotherhood of Steel "Good?" Jan, 2021 Patron Chat
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is the Brotherhood actually "good?" Do they do more good than harm? Were they inevitable? Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsrad...
129: (Game) The Lost Weapons | The Adventures of Captain Robots
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots confronts the raiders about the lost BoS weapons... Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon:Become a patron! htt...
128: The Free States
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The history of the Free States and their major moral delimma. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon:Become a patron! https://...
127: (Game) A Settlement Needs Your Help | The Adventures of Captain Robots
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots has another settlement that needs his help! Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon:Become a patron! https://pat...
126: The Responders Lore
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who were the Responders? What were they like and what did they accomplish before vault 76 opened? Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsrad...
125: (Game) The New Recruit | The Adventures of Captain Robots
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots recruits a farmer to help him clear out a bunch of ghouls at an underground golf course. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/rob...
124: The Overseer of Vault 76
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We kick off 2021 with our first character exploration of people from Fallout 76, beginning with The Overseer of Vault 76. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: S...
123: Fallout Technology vs The Real World Patron Chat
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Our patrons join me this month to talk about the technological differences between the Fallout world and our own, and how that would affect us. Sponso...
122: Ferret Baudoin, Fallout 76 Senior Designer, Interview
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ferret Baudoin, the Senior Designer on Fallout 76, takes us on a tour through Appalachia and answers our lore questions. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: St...
121: Settlements: Rivet City
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rivet City, the largest settlement in the Capital Wastes, houses a number of very unique places and people. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/fallo...
120: Settlements: Tenpenny Tower
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tenpenny tower stands as a solo point on the horizon, a safe place for the rich and a bane for ghouls. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlor...
119: (GAME) The Brotherhood Returns!
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots discovers that the brotherhood is back in Appalachia! Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon:Become a patron! h...
118: NPC's We LOVE to HATE | Patron Chat Nov 2020
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Our patrons join me to discuss the worst of the NCP's from Fallout 3, Fallout 4, and Fallout 76. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorec...
117: (GAME) The Responder's Trail | The Adventures of Captain Robots
26 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots follows the trail of the Responders, and practices his shootin' skills. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patr...
116: Settlements: The Underworld & Fallout 76 2021 News
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Underworld is a settlement of Ghouls where they can be free to be themselves away from the "normal" human world. We dig into the details a...
115: Settlements: Megaton
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The settlement of Megaton is an iconic part of Fallout 3. Let's delve into it's history and place in the wasteland. Become a patron! https://p...
114: Fallout Trivia #1 | Are You SMARTER than Twitch Chat?
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With potentially $100+ in prizes at stake, can c_captain27 outsmart Twitch chat? Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorecast Talk Fallout and...
113: Wendigo Lore
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the lore behind the Wendigo, cultural appropriation, and hypothesize about their existence in Fallout.Become a patron! https://patreon.com/...
The Grafton Monster & Snallygaster
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
All the details about the real-world origins and Fallout lore for the Grafton Monster and Snallygaster. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlo...
What would be the scariest part of actually living in Fallout? Monthly Patron Chat
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Our tier 4+ patrons gather together for a frightening discussion about the scariest parts of actually living in the wasteland. Become a patron! https:...
SNEAK PEAK - Starfield Lorecast EP 1
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Starfield Lorecast is now available on all podcatchers. Subscribe now! Brought to you by: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradioOur Sponsors...
Sheepsquatch & Giant Sloth
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We take on two more of the cryptids in Fallout 76, the Sheepsquatch and the Giant Sloth. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorecast Talk Fal...
The Mothman w/ Dave Chaffins
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The wacky, wacky story of the Mothman and in-game mothman details with Dave Chaffins. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorecast Talk Fallou...
The Secrets of the Mole Miners | Fallout Lorecast / Fallout Hub Crossover Episode
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ken reveals the secrets of the Mole Miners on this Fallout Lorecast / Fallout Hub crossover episode! Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorec...
Our Favorite Non-Companion NPC's - Monthly Patron Chat
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss our favorite non-companion NPC's. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorecast Talk Fallout and join the Robots Radio fam: Disc...
Cryptids #1 - The Flatwoods Monster & Fallout 1-4
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What are Cryptids? Where have then been in games before Fallout 76 & what is the Flatwoods Monster Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlor...
The Zetans
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Zetans have been with us for a long time... Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorecast Talk Fallout and join the Robots Radio fam: Disco...
Strong & The Milk of Human Kindness
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The ironic existence of Strong, the super mutant. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorecast Talk Fallout and join the Robots Radio fam: Dis...
Fallout Mods - Monthly Patron Chat
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Our tier 4+ patrons join me this week to talk about how we mod Fallout. Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorecast Talk Fallout and join th...
(Game) Let's go visit the Overseer!
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is the overseer still alive? Let's go find out. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon: Become a patron! https://patreon.c...
100th Episode Lore-Party!!!
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe it's been 100 episodes already!? Join Robots, Ken (Chad A Fallout 76 Podcast), Dave (The Fallout Hub), Toon (twitch.tv/tooniversal...
Being Human in Fallout 1 w/ Laney
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Special guest Laney (my daughter!) joins me to talk about the options of life as a human in the wasteland of Fallout 1 and the psychology behind it.Pa...
(Game) The Treasure of Appalachia - Episode 5
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Will Captain Robots discover the real treasure of Appalachia? Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Want 2 months of rentals for the ...
The Ghouls of Fallout 1
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
So much of the original concepts in Fallout 1 survive to the current games. Let's take a look at the Ghouls of Fallout 1, the events at the Necrop...
(GAME) Captain Robots is a Ghost? - Episode 4
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Finding robot parts should be easy, right? Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Want 2 months of rentals for the price of 1 at Gamef...
The Brotherhood of Steel During Fallout 1
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We continue filling in the story of the Brotherhood of Steel with a look at their leader, base (The Lost Hills) and events during Fallout 1. Patreon: ...
(GAME) Captain Robots Saves a Robot - Episode 3
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots must save... a robot! dun dun duuuun! Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Want 2 months of rentals for the price of ...
Fallout TV Show - Monthly Patron Chat
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss our hopes, dreams, and concerns for the Fallout TV show. Patreon: Become a patron! https://patreon.com/falloutlorecast Talk Fallout and joi...
(GAME) "I'm so good at being creepy": The Adventures of Captain Robots EP 2
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Robots' adventure continues! Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Want 2 months of rentals for the price of 1 at Gamefly...
Brotherhood Datamining w/ Juicehead
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Juicehead joins me to discuss what we know about the return of the Brotherhood of Steel to Fallout 76, and more! Patreon: Become a patron! https://pat...
(GAME) The Adventures of Captain Robots EP 1: The Wayward Dweller
17 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tom role-plays Fallout 76 as Captain Robots, hero of the wasteland. Sponsors: Storyblocks.com: Storyblocks.com/robotsradio Patreon: Become a patron! h...
The Boneyard - The Remains of Los Angeles
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Let's explore the remains of Los Angeles after the bombs dropped. A place that is now known as the Boneyard. Patreon: Become a patron! https://pat...
Behind Vault-Tec - Dr. Stanislaus Braun
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Stanislaus Braun was more than just the Overseer of Vault 112 - he was the psychopath behind much of Vault-Tec's research and experiments. Pat...
Why Having LGBTQ+ Characters in Fallout Matters - Patron Chat
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's Pride Month, so we're discussing LGBTQ+ representation in Fallout with our Tier 4+ patrons. Patreon: Become a patron! https://patreon.com...