Fur What It's Worth

Recorded live at Rainfurrest 2013! Kyo Foxtrot from Fuzzy Logic joins Tugs as they explore the reason why people go to conventions, how cons have changed their lives, and what the fandom would be like without cons. Audience members survive Tugs and the door prizes, the questions, and more, before we move onto THE GAME. Don’t drink liquids during this show, you might choke.

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Next episode: Our next episode will be on Disney’s Robin Hood! Did it get you into the fandom? Does it hold a special place in your heart? Let us know!

Iiiiiit’s back! The sequel to last season’s Video Games in the Fandom has finally arrived for you on your Super Listening Entertainment System! Now featuring our latest player, Damon Husky! The trio embark on a quest to save your ears from boredom as they encounter game based discussion, find items of note, and finally confront THE GAME to win the show! Will they survive? Play and find out! BONUS LENGTH EPISODE!

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Next episode: Going to Rainfurrest? Check out FWIW LIVE! It’s Friday at 7pm. Our next episode (not at RF) will be on Disney’s Robin Hood! Did it get you into the fandom? Does it hold a special place in your heart? Let us know!

The Fox and the Rabbit, owners of the famed furry publishing house titled Rabbit Valley, join Roo and Tugs this episode and immediately proceed to destroy the show. Somewhere along the way, they explain how to get published, how to NOT get published, and how to cheat at life. And about liquor. And Vegas. If you’re you’re curious, or an aspiring author, sit back, buckle up and hold on. Also, do not have any liquids in your mouth or you might champagne spit. Once you’re done cleaning up that mess, grab a pen – a special FWIW discount is shared for anyone who places an order with Rabbit Valley!

Also this episode, we are given a special treat in the form of an episode preview from the comedians and hosts of Monsters of Talk, Margaret Cho and Jim Short, who visited Unthrocon 2013 and recorded for their podcast.  We want to thank them both for their kindness in generosity in sharing with you!

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Roo and Tugs are joined by both Wolf and YuuRyuu as they explore the deeply personal and often rarely seen side lifestyles of Therianthropy and Otherkin. First, Tugs calls Wolf on the telephone and learns about the deeply spiritual and philosophical ways of Therianthropy. Then Roo and Tugs are joined in studio by YuuRyuu, who explains what an Otherkin is and how it affects him on a daily level. Throughout, we explore the differences and similarities between Therianthropy and Otherkin. After the deep dive, we break out the funny and torture YuuRyuu with the game. Why are you still reading this? Get listening and learn!

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Next episode: Rabbit Valley will join us next episode as we explore the world of Furry Publishing! If you have questions on what it takes to get published or what it’s like running a specialty business, now is your chance – send us your questions and we’ll ask them for you! Check the contact us page for ways to get in on the fun! We need your emails, voicemails, and love by Thursday evening!

Roo and Tugs are taking a one episode break and will return in two weeks. Be sure to send in your emails and we’ll read them on the air! This Best Of FWIW Episode also has more details on our next FWIW LIVE! show!

It’s a question popular for the furry fandom over the last few years – is it appropriate to pop your top in public spaces? Klik joins Roo and a very sick Tugs as they explore this highly divisive topic and attempt to discover what the best solution possible is for both sides of the argument. Afterward, all hell breaks loose: they open the reader mailbag, see the return of the game, discover Roo’s sense of geography, and debate a listener’s question about animal rights versus character traits. Hilarity ensues!

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Next episode: What are Therian? What are Otherkin? Are you one or the other? We want to know if you are and/or your burning questions as we delve into this deeply personal topic. Send your thoughts using the “Contact Us!” button! You’ll have til August 12th to send us your email, due to a one episode break.

What is Transformation? Sakita explains exactly this to Roo and Tugs as they take the deep dive into the sexual and non-sexual sides of this widely known phenomenon.  (Kids, skip to 56:00 when prompted!) Learn what sets TF apart from other kinds of interests and where it overlaps, plus the grand origins! We also introduce a new segment this show, kick off our listener idents, and announce the next FWIW LIVE!

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Next episode: What are Therian? What are Otherkin? Are you one or the other? We want to know if you are and/or your burning questions as we delve into this deeply personal topic. Send your thoughts using the “Contact Us!” button! You’ll have til August 12th to send us your email, due to a one episode break.

Roo and Tugs make it back to the studio to record this deluxe length episode where we explore the unwritten rules of the fandom. What are they? Things we all should know but somehow don’t. Things like bathing often, not taking pictures in the fursuit lounge, wearing matching shoes and socks, grooming in the morning at work,  talking on the phone in the wrong place, and a lot more.  We introduce a new segment – How Google Transcribed It. Before we go, we open the stuffed listener mailbag and answer all your questions. Does the episode still sound boring? Trust us, it definitely isn’t.

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Next episode: Transformation – sometimes known as shapeshifting or polymorphing. Transformation has long been a part of the furry fandom and society in general. For some it’s a turn-on. For others it’s a fantastic myth. Do you like the idea of the sexy Mystique from X-Men? Do you want it forced on you? How would you feel if you woke up completely as your character? Send us your questions and thoughts about transformation and shapeshifting as we explore this facet of the furry fandom.

Bullying and hatred have long been part of society in general, and in turn, the fandom. It’s a hot “buzzword” in the media these days, but what exactly defines bullying? How have you been bullied? How is it different within and outside of the fandom? What can you do to overcome it? Gina joins Roo and Tugs as they embark on a thorough exploration of this topic, including identifying various kinds of bullying as they read your extremely personal, powerful stories.

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Next episode: We all know there are unspoken rules in our day to day lives – for instance, letting people off the elevator before you get on. What unspoken rules exist in the furry fandom and which do people follow or not follow? We want to know! Check out how to get in on the action below and be heard on the air!

Bullying and hatred have long been part of society in general, and in turn, the fandom. It’s a hot “buzzword” in the media these days, but what exactly defines bullying? How have you been bullied? How is it different within and outside of the fandom? What can you do to overcome it? Gina joins Roo and Tugs as they embark on a thorough exploration of this topic, including identifying various kinds of bullying as they read your extremely personal, powerful stories.

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Next episode: Part 2 will be released tomorrow! Afterward….We all know there are unspoken rules in our day to day lives – for instance, letting people off the elevator before you get on. What unspoken rules exist in the furry fandom and which do people follow or not follow? We want to know! Check out how to get in on the action below and be heard on the air!

Summer is here! Many will be attending furmeets for the first time – and we’re for you! Roo and Tugs are joined by Atari as they read your emails and advice on the best way to have a great first furmeet. We also discover another place in Roo’s Geography during THE GAME and also read our first email from Ireland! So give this episode a listen and head out to your local meet – and have a great time!

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Next episode: Bullying is nothing to sneeze at – this problem has gained growing public awareness, both in and out of the fandom. How have you been bullied or seen others bullied? How did you cope? Did you take your bully on? How can we work together to take down hatred within and without the fandom? When do you cross the line from teasing to bullying? We want to know! Leave us a voicemail (much preferred next episode) or send your emails. Remember – voicemails are limited to 3 minutes.