The Math of You

There was just too much good stuff from last weeks chat with Chris, so I've included it here. We talk about the surprisingly excellent Avatar: the Last Airbander comics, a bit about Horizon Zero Dawn, and the moneyburning trainwreck that was Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning, among other things.

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Podcaster and cohost of Well Worn Grooves and All Your Kayfabe Friends Chris Rohling is here to discuss Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events. Along the way we discuss why Brock Lesnar really needs to go away, whether an Animorph can really become a Godzilla, and reveal the secret society behind all things.  Signature Cocktail: The Kit Snicket  This beverage was invented by Al Funcoot and his receptionist Shirley T. Sinoit-Pécer during the writing of The Marvelous Cocktail. It was so delicious it sustained them through the writing of its sequel, Why, I Believe I've Become Even More Delicious!, and One Last Warning to Those Who Try to Stand in My Way, also referenced as The Unauthorized Autobiography. . 2oz Irish Whiskey 1oz Lillet Blanc 1/4oz Triple Sec 2 dash Peychaud’s bitters lemon peel, for garnish Combine whiskey, Lillet Blanc, and Triple sec in a mixing glass over two large ice cubes, and stir rapidly until combined. Strain into a champagne coupe, top with bitters, and garnish with a twist of lemon peel.  Follow Chris on Twitter at @CMRohling, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to [email protected].  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

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Artist, blogger and cartoon expert Artlee Vasquez is here to discuss animated sequels produced by Filmation, specifically Happily Ever After and Pinocchio and the Emperor of the Night. Along the way we discuss how to find the very best cheesecake in Brooklyn, discovering the power of how not to be nice, and why, long before Breaking Bad and Game of Thrones, Bravestarr was the most daring show of its time.  Signature Cocktail: The Thunderella  What a pretty beverage! Be sure to take care of it, dear.  1oz Amaretto 1oz Bailey’s Irish Cream 1oz Cognac or Cointreau Noir Pour the ingredients in order over the back of a spoon into a cocktail glass.  Follow Artlee on Twitter at @theonlyartlee, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to [email protected].  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

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Author, diversity advocate, and creator of the #YesAllWomen hashtag Karuna Riazi is here to discuss the films of Studio Ghibli. Along the way we discuss the precedent-setting power of Sailor Moon, how to have a scoundrel hero without making him a shitty dude, and the cultural juggernaut that is My Neighbour Totoro.  Signature Cocktail: The Coconut Chihiro  What a pretty beverage! Be sure to take care of it, dear.  1/2 lime, cut into wedges 2 sprigs fresh mint 1/2tsp sugar 3oz coconut water 3oz sparkling mineral water Cut the lime into wedges, and muddle in the bottom of a heavy-bottomed glass. Hold mint in your hand and clap sharply before adding to glass. Add sugar and muddle again.Top up with coconut water and sparkling mineral water. Garnish with more mint.  Follow Karuna on Twitter at @gildedspine, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to [email protected].  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

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Game designer and co-host of the Smash Fiction podcast Colin Mulkerin is here to discuss Magic the Gathering. Along the way we discuss rejecting the rules and substituting your own, the sort of awakenings one can have watching an Austin Powers movie, and I get an honest-to-God Math of You exclusive that I’m really happy happened.  Signature Cocktail: The Crystal Gem  When the Crystal gem enters the barroom, if you didn’t order it, you lose the game. When the Crystal Gem is drank by a player, that player wins the game.  1.5oz tequila 3/4oz lime juice 1/4oz peach schnapps 1/3oz simple syrup 1/2oz blue curaçao Run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, and dip in salt. Combine ingredients, except blue curaçao in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously, then strain into glass. Using a straw or an eye-dropper. Garnish with a lime wedge.  Follow Colin on Twitter at @colinmulkerin, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to [email protected].  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

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Author of Copernicus Jones: Robot Detective and the International Society of Supervillains and co-host of War Rocket Ajax and Movie Fighters Matt D. Wilson is here to discuss parody and satire. Along the way we discuss a the weirdness of the Tick Animated series, a little-known Jim Henson Muppet property, and we do our very best to get a Spacebars prequel comic series off the ground.  Signature Cocktail: The Valiant  Here’s to the pencil-pushers. May they stave off lead poisoning, and stay warm.  2oz bourbon 1/2oz rye 1/2oz dry vermouth 1/2oz sweet vermouth 1/4oz Grand Marnier, Cointreau or Triple Sec 2 dashes Angostura bitters Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously, then strain into glass. Garnish with a cherry.  Follow Matt on Twitter at @themattdwilson, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to [email protected].  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

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The artist behind ColourMoiChic and Geekbomb writer/host Julia Fang is here to discuss anime and cosplay. Along the way we discuss how one can end up in a gang without even knowing it, how to maintain motivation on long-running projects, and unexpectedly, the secret origins of this very podcast..  Signature Cocktail: The Shinigami  This drink is full of steely resolve, but if you try to describe it to someone, it won’t make any sense.  1.5oz gin 1/2oz vodka 1/3oz umeshu 1/2oz dry vermouth 3 shakes orange bitters Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously, then strain into glass. Garnish with yuzu rind.  Follow Julia on Twitter at @colourmoichic, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to [email protected].  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

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Writer and cohost of the MultiversalQ and Exiled podcasts Luke Herr is here to discuss third-party superhero media, or how to get into comics when you can’t get ahold of any comics. Along the way, after a substantial detour talking about Marvel’s Exiles comic, we discuss being a background kid, how Gambit is many peoples’ favourite X-man when they are 14, and together, realise a secret connection that leads back to our very childhoods.  Signature Cocktail: The Mimic  Has the power to mimic the flavours and strength of at least 5 surrounding spirits. Just watch out for repetition.   1oz dark rum 3/4oz Amaretto 3/4oz sloe gin 3oz orange juice 1/2oz lime juice Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously, then strain into glass. Garnish with lime wedge.  Follow Luke on Twitter at @Koltreg, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to [email protected].  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

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There was just too much good stuff from last weeks chat with Aidan, so I've included it here. We talk about drinking with your parents, how to make a shrub, and planning a wedding, among other things.

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Frequent podcast guest and professional hater Aidan Sullivan is here to discuss the Minnesota ska scene. Along the way, we discuss how to break a 7-word alliteration c-c-c-combo, how Emo kids and ska kids were the Mods and Rockers of the Early 2000s, and how the video for Fall Out Boy’s “A Little Less Sixteen Candles, a Little More Touch Me” was both the Citizen Kane, and the Bad Blood of its time.  Signature Cocktail: Hater’s Margarita  It may not part the Red Sea, but it will bring back memories of being dusted in the dark up at Penetration Park and getting plastered. It hurts, but it’s worth it.  2oz tequila 1/2oz Cointreau 1/2 oz simple syrup 3/4oz lime juice 1/4 tsp chilli flakes 1 pinch chipotle chilli powder lime wedge toasted sriracha salt* jalepeno slice, for garnish Run lime wedge around the edge of the glass, then dip into toasted sriracha salt. Combine tequila, simple syrup, Cointreau, lime juice, chipotle powder and chilli flakes in a shaker with ice. Shake, then strain into prepared cocktail glass, using a fine mesh strainer. Garnish with jalepeno slice.  *mix together 4 tbsp sea salt and a tsp of sriracha until completely coated. Bake on baking paper at 200 C/400 F, then grind in mortar and pestle  Follow Aidan on Twitter at @GoodnessAidan, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to [email protected].  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

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