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Am I The Bastard? — Episode 5

We're back with another episode of Am I The Bastard?, where seemingly innocent questions can spiral into relationship drama, fantasy roleplay can get very personal, and sometimes you have to ask yourself... how the hell did we get here?

This week, we've got a botanical relationship question, an unconventional D&D adventure, and a kidnapping story that somehow involves a second kidnapping.

🌱 Story #1 — Would You Still Love Me If I Were a Plant?

A woman asks her partner a seemingly simple question: would he still love her if she were a plant? What follows is a discussion about love, hypothetical questions, and whether there's such a thing as giving the wrong answer to a question where there technically isn't a right one.

🛁 Story #2 — Welcome to the Bath House

A female Dungeon Master takes her players somewhere a little unexpected during their adventure—a bath house. But with her partner present, what should have been harmless fantasy roleplay becomes a potentially awkward situation. Where does roleplay end and real-world boundaries begin?

🚨 Story #3 — The Kidnapping of a Kidnap Victim

We've got a kidnapping. Then we've got someone else who decides to intervene. And somehow, we end up with a kidnapped kid being kidnapped again. It's a story that sounds ridiculous on paper, but the circumstances raise some surprisingly serious questions about good intentions, boundaries, and who actually has the right to intervene.

Three stories. Three increasingly bizarre situations. And three more chances to answer the question:

Am I The Bastard?

The Recasting Call | His Girl Friday (1940)

Fast-talking reporters, newsroom chaos, political scandal, and one ex-husband who just doesn't know when to quit.

This month on The Recasting Call, Freddie, Kate & special guest Ellie are heading back to 1940 to take on Howard Hawks' classic screwball comedy, His Girl Friday.

When star reporter Hildy Johnson decides she's ready to leave the newspaper business behind for a quieter life and a new marriage, her former editor and ex-husband, Walter Burns, has other ideas. With one last story involving a convicted murderer, a looming execution, and a newsroom full of questionable decisions, Walter sets out to win back his star reporter. Unfortunately for Hildy, getting out of the newspaper business might be harder than getting back into it.

Can we find the right cast to capture the lightning-fast dialogue, comedic timing, and wonderfully chaotic chemistry that made this film a classic?

So grab a cup of coffee, get those headlines ready, and try to keep up. Because in this newsroom, the news never stops, the deadlines are always looming, and nobody gets the last word without a fight.

This is The Recasting Call, going from 1940 to 2026.

Episode 14: Kiro’s Final Blow; and the Goose that Pecked the Groin

In this explosive finale of the Tasagoia Arc, the ultimate father-son showdown finally arrives. King Daisuke the werelion stands resolute to defend his reign, backed by the fierce and unyielding Lieutenant Tigerbalm. But standing against them is none other than the king's own son and heir to the throne, Kiro Swiftclaw, who has rallied a formidable alliance to reshape the kingdom forever.

Joined by the tactical brilliance of Woldove Flinth and the enigmatic Belladonna, Kiro’s vanguard pushes into the heart of the palace. But the tides of war take a wild, unpredictable turn with the arrival of our special guest, Freddie Fischer from the ABC Podcast. Freddie steps into the audio arena as Marcus, bringing his unique flair to the battlefield—along with a legendary, fiercely loyal Goose companion ready to peck terror into the hearts of the royal guard!

Special Guests: 

Goose Guzi (COJ roleplay podcast)

Freddie Fischer (ABC Podcast Network)

Voice Guests:

Brian Jeon(King Daisuke): facebook: @brian.jeon.213

August Pennington(Lt.Tigerbalm): https://www.castingcall.club/m/augustpenn   

Music: 

Atlas • South Korea by Vadim_Makes_Sound https://pixabay.com/music/orchestral-atlas-south-korea-561030/

Epic-3 by SenorMusica81

https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-epic-3-226201/

Aventures chinoises by Jean-Paul-V

https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-aventures-chinoises-289659/

China Chinese Epic MusicTunetank 

https://pixabay.com/music/action-china-chinese-epic-music-348422/

Hades by ShimaFM

https://pixabay.com/music/choir-hades-474133/

Crimson Haboob from (tabletopaudio.com

Wyvern: https://www.youtube.com/@stevemyers8233

As always looking to be a guest or have any Questions/Comments/Concerns:

[email protected]

The Recasting Call | Death Becomes Her (1992)

Youth. Beauty. Fame. Three things Hollywood has spent generations chasing. But what happens when the pursuit of looking forever young gets a little... out of hand?

This month on The Recasting Call, Freddie and Kate are taking on Robert Zemeckis' 1992 dark comedy Death Becomes Her, originally starring Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, Bruce Willis, and Isabella Rossellini.

We're bringing this twisted tale of vanity, jealousy, and the fountain of youth into a new era with a fresh cast.

Join us as we revisit a cult classic, debate the possibilities, and answer the question we always ask:

If Hollywood made it today, who would we cast?

Welcome to The Recasting Call. Beauty is temporary. Casting decisions are forever.

Am I The Bastard? — Episode 4

We're back with another episode of Am I The Bastard?, where good intentions don't always lead to good outcomes—and sometimes the person trying to help ends up in the middle of the controversy.

This week, we've got a wedding song that doesn't go as planned, a kitchen close call, and a D&D character who meets an intentional end.

🎶 Story #1 — The Wedding Song

A newlywed decides to surprise his new wife by singing a special love song for her at their wedding reception. It's meant to be a heartfelt moment—but instead of melting her heart, it leaves his new bride upset. What went wrong, and was the gesture romantic or completely out of line?

🔥 Story #2 — The Hot Plate

A woman leaves a plate sitting on a hot burner, creating a potentially dangerous situation. A man notices what's happening and rushes in to prevent things from getting worse. Was he simply stepping in to help, or did his reaction create a whole new problem?

🎲 Story #3 — Roll for Revenge

A D&D player decides to kill off their own character after becoming frustrated with the Dungeon Master's actions. Was this player making a dramatic statement, throwing a tantrum, or simply deciding that their character's story was no longer worth continuing?

Three stories. Three questionable decisions. And three more chances to answer the question:

Am I The Bastard?

Plunging into the subterranean depths of a twisted laboratory, our heroes brought a horrific beast-making factory to ash—shattering the blood-stained alchemy equipment and liberating the citizens condemned to become ferocious lycanthropes. Amidst the smoke and ruin, they pulled a young girl named Mei from the devastation, safe but plagued by a baffling, relentless craving for Saltine crackers. Yet there is no time to unravel her bizarre secret: standing in their path is the tyrant himself, King Daisuke. Steel is drawn and magic crackles as our party prepares for a desperate battle against the sovereign to rescue their comrade Kiro, whose very humanity is slipping away as the lycan curse slowly takes hold.

Special Cameos Include

Kate Lavergne(Mei):(Facebook: Kate LaVergne Instagram: katelavergne)

Brian Jeon(King Daisuke): facebook: @brian.jeon.213

August Pennington(Lt.Tigerbalm): https://www.castingcall.club/m/augustpenn

Brian Bishop(Ponzo): Discord: DM Whisper

Music:

Fighting UFC by Kulakovka

https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fighting-ufc-283967/

Thai Thailand Indonesian Music by lNPLUSMUSIC https://pixabay.com/music/world-thai-thailand-indonesian-music-469481/

Medieval Music by kiravale

https://pixabay.com/music/celtic-medieval-music-593694/

Japan Background by Tunetank

title-chinese-fusion-dramatic-action-filmscore-full-358973/

Dead Zone - Action Background Music by OB-LIX https://pixabay.com/music/chase-scene-dead-zone-action-background-music-109863/

Ancient Japan by Alec_Koff

https://pixabay.com/music/percussion-ancient-japan-492751/

As always looking to be a guest or have any Questions/Comments/Concerns:

[email protected]

Am I The Bastard? — Episode 3

We're back with another round of Am I The Bastard?, where questionable decisions, family drama, and relationship disputes go before the panel for judgment.

This week, we've got a sentimental candle, an unexpected bedroom escalation, and a family favor that threatens someone's vacation plans.

🕯️ Story #1 — The Candle

A blackout leaves a man looking for a source of light. He decides to burn his girlfriend's candle—but there's one very important detail: he already knows the candle has special meaning to her. Was it a reasonable decision in an emergency, or did he knowingly cross a line?

🔥 Story #2 — Take It Up a Notch

A man wants to try something a little more adventurous in the bedroom. His partner's response, however, takes the situation in a direction he definitely wasn't expecting. Sometimes asking for something special comes with consequences you didn't see coming.

🐕 Story #3 — The Pet-Sitting Problem

Parents ask their son to pet-sit, but there's a problem: his wife already has a vacation planned. What should take priority—the parents' request, the couple's plans, or finding another solution? And when family favors interfere with someone else's plans, who's actually being unreasonable?

Three stories. Three very different conflicts. And three more chances to answer the question:

Am I The Bastard?

Fire the Non Cannons: Dr Pf Jeremiah and his Infernal Roomates Third Short Film Extravaganza 

Pull up a bench and drown your sorrows with us at The Seven Legged Spider!

Doctor Jeremiah and Angus are stranded deep in the fantastical realm of Grendaria—and the existential dread is hitting harder than a stray Fireball spell. Why? Because thousands of dimensions away, Earth gets to witness the glorious premiere of Avengers: Doomsday, while our dynamic duo is stuck nursing stale mead in a tavern with an uneven number of arachnid limbs.

But grief breeds creativity! To cope with the crippling FOMO, Doctor Jeremiah has dragged a unsuspecting crew of dimensional filmmakers through the rift to host the Third Annual Short Film Extravaganza!

Join the boys as they trade superhero blockbusters for indie oddities, reviewing five bite-sized cinematic masterpieces live from the tavern floor. Will these short films fill the Doctor Doom-sized hole in their hearts, or will Angus start throwing mugs at the projection screen? Tune in to find out!

Featured Short Films This Episode:

[Marketplace ] – [Issac William Joesph/  theskaldstone.com ]

[ Panoramatic ] – [Johnnathan Rido/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-2KIabIeCw ]

[ Catching the Sun ] – [ Alan Brooks/  https://vimeo.com/1086013267  ]

[ Kiss a Fella] – [ Julie Hoverson/ https://www.facebook.com/19Nocturne ]

[ Son of the Suns Omega Chapter ] – [ John Eleftheriadis, Giorgos Kandyliaris/  https://www.youtube.com/@SonOfTheSun-Official]

Music Provided: From Table Top Ambience https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUn1dJY6syc&t=230s

If you are new here, Welcome to the ‘Cult’! We are Doctor Deathhand, three movie-loving friends with a passion for storytelling and having fun. Come and join our characters Dr. P.F Jeremiah, Natalia, and his Infernal Lord, Angus the Deathhand as they review movies and cause mayhem with a guest or two. We are proud to be part of ABC podcasts with sibling shows: A night out, Backstage, Central Booking, and The Recasting Call, Wrong Lever,  as well as our DND prequel show Tales of Grendaria, where you can join us for some DND in the world of Grendaria.

Come follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoctorDeathhand If you have a movie suggestion or would like to come improv with us shoot us an email: [email protected]

Am I The Bastard? — Episode 2

We're back with another round of Am I The Bastard?, where questionable choices, awkward situations, and interpersonal chaos are put before the panel for judgment.

This week, we've got cosplay concerns, an unusually noticeable wardrobe situation, and a rideshare driver who apparently has no interest in keeping the peace.

🎭 Story #1 — Cosplay Concerns

A man finds himself worrying about what his friends might think about another friend's cosplay activities. But when does concern about someone's hobbies become concern about what other people think of you for associating with them?

👖 Story #2 — The Pants Problem

A man shows up to work with a rather... noticeable situation going on in his pants. What begins as an awkward wardrobe issue quickly raises questions among his coworkers—and leaves us asking whether the real problem is the pants, the workplace, or everyone's reaction to them.

🚗 Story #3 — Small-Town Rideshare Chaos

A rideshare driver enters the picture and somehow manages to create a whole lot of chaos in a small town. What exactly happened, and is the driver responsible for the fallout—or are the locals making a bigger deal out of it than they should?

Three stories. Three very different kinds of awkward. And three more opportunities to answer the question:

Am I The Bastard?

Am I The Bastard? — Episode 1

Welcome to the first episode of Am I The Bastard?, where we take real-life conflicts, questionable decisions, and questionable people and ask the question that matters most: Am I The Bastard?

This week, we're kicking things off with three stories that prove everyday life can get weird in a hurry.

☕ Story #1 — Starbucks Showdown

A woman causes a scene while waiting in line at Starbucks, leaving us to decide whether she was justified—or whether she crossed the line.

🐕 Story #2 — The Dog Schedule

A neighbor makes an unusual request involving the neighborhood dogs. Is it a reasonable attempt to solve a problem, or is this neighbor getting far too involved in someone else's life?

🦇 Story #3 — Batman in the Bedroom

A bedroom encounter takes an unexpected turn when one person compares their partner to a Batman villain. Was it harmless humor, an insult, or something that should have stayed unsaid?

Three stories. Three judgments. And, as always, you get to decide who the bastard is.