aPODcalyptic Times

86 Charles - Wu Tang Clan District #Shaolin

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 16:30:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the amazing reality that the Wu Tang Clan has its own district in Staten Island! Then, at 22:05, they discuss trending topics including hackers forcing Florida city to pay ransom, Russian space jizz, Florida comic book heist, sex dolls replicating dead lovers, and a brawl at a little league game! At 52:01, Jesse McIntosh finds religion. At 53:49, your Facebook World News Update and Shkreli vs Ghostface. At 56:02, Deb Loftis realizes that Chloe just may be a hater. Finally, at 1:03:02, Clarke Kohler tells a story of getting his palms greased while bartending! #Shaolin

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86 Charles - Kola Borehole #Rush

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Tue, 18 Jul 2017 18:50:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the deepest hole in the world... Then, at 10:48 they cover news stories including the groundbreaking Chinese Quantum Satellite, Juno's Jupiter flyover, breakthrough gonorrhea cure?, sex doll renting in Dublin and poor sleep leading to Alzheimer's. At 30:06, Jesse McIntosh wonders about the reality that an 18 month old child willingly ate mushrooms. At 32:00, your Facebook World News Update. At 32:45, the internet remix of hate for the band Rush. At 36:22, Deb Loftis recounts the script idea she had for Tim Dog... the Musical! Finally, at 42:17, Travis gets fired for liking Geddy Lee, Neil Peart and Alex Lifeson... aka #Rush!

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Sky Island by Travis Spencer

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 06 Apr 2017 21:27:00 +0000

The following is the first two chapters from the novel Sky Island by Travis Spencer:

Sky Islands are isolated mountains surrounded by radically different lowland environments. This has significant implications for natural habitats. Endemism, altitudinal migration, and relict populations are some of the natural phenomena to be found on sky islands. -From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT!

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86 Charles: Impossible Burger #Methane

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 22:00:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the game changing effects of the meatless burger that tastes and feels like beef! Then they cover trending topics, at 13:42, including anxiety reducing foods, California regulation of cow farts, the inevitable melting of the ice caps, Putin's cloned dog army and a study of low social status monkeys. At 33:26, Jesse McIntosh remembers Travis' pot legalization celebration. From the failed athletes, at 35:04, the fantasy football and real NFL playoffs are analyzed. At 51:37, your Facebook World News Update and a Methane Remix. At 54:14, Deb Loftis reads her play from 2009 entitled Sisyphus Modern. Finally, at 56:57, Ian from Australia recalls a story of something dead above. #methane

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86 Charles - Dope #trumped

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:14:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the glorious legalization of marijuana and how it was all trumped by well, you know... At 9:10, they discuss trending topics including a Zika cure?, no more condoms in CA porn, San Diego stadium initiative, goodbye Joe Arpaio and of course the bizarre Martin Shkreli Wu-Tang release. At 26:28, Jesse McIntosh remembers Travis' almost perfect World Series prediction. At 28:07, the failed athletes cover the boring NFL and the excitement of the young NBA season. At 41:48, your Facebook World News Update and the Prop 64 Dope Remix. At 45:33, Deb Loftis remembers the words of Anne Frank and sees history repeating itself again. Finally at 49:54, Kyle the band director tells a story of losing his temper. #trumped

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86 Charles - Eject #legalize

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Sat, 21 Jan 2017 18:20:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss recent events in John's life and the need to eject from a less than ideal situation. At 10:15, they discuss trending topics including Saturn, VR Groper, the latest on DMX, Rat Soldiers and Nose Cells! At 29:42, Jesse McIntosh analyzes John's statement of macing himself and his stance on murderers. At 31:15, the failed athlete's discuss the Cubs in the World Series, NFL ratings down and the return of the NBA! At 53:50, your Facebook World News Update and BL5000 shares the importance voting this election day. At 58:00, Deb Loftis doodles while in important classes and multitasks while tracking down money owed to her. Finally, at 1:03:47, Jonathan Cowan returns with a story about the corporate vanpool! #legalize

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86 Charles - Endangered Species

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 21:42:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the recent addition of seven species of Hawaiian bees onto the endangered species list. At 6:56, they cover trending topics including James Madison University's 'Don't Say List', legitimization of a Mayan Codex, 2019: The New Ice Age, the World's Hottest Chip and the South Bay Cat Killer! Then, at 27:40, Jesse McIntosh remembers John's fear of men having babies. At 29:46, the failed athletes discuss football, and more football! At 44:11, your Facebook World News Update and Bees Remix. At 47:00, Deb Loftis remembers her recent international voyage and how everyone along her path is afraid of Donald Trump! Finally, at 51:36, Nunya drops in to deliver a story about touching another man's shirt. #bees

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Roach Milk #CaliforniaLove

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 02:58:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the very real reality of humans drinking the very healthy milk secreted from a cockroach! Then, at 9:27, they cover trending topics including Freddie Mercury Asteroid, babies grown out of 2 sperm and no eggs, 2 Pac Restaurant, Polar Bears attack Russian lab, and America's deadliest animals! At 31:31Jesse McIntosh builds his very own Playboy Mansion guest list. At 33:02, the failed athletes cover week 1 of the NFL season. At 48:21 the Facebook World News Update and BL5000 remixes Hillary Clinton and her distaste for water. At 50:50, Deb Loftis records an LYP segment from the final leg of her international voyage! Finally, at 55:18, Chesty McRoddertson tells an amazing story about jerking off frogs in the name of science!! #CaliforniaLove

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86 Charles - CRISPR #popasquat

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 02:53:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the amazing implications of the gene editing tool CRISPR / Cas 9! Then, at 11:51, they cover trending topics including the Mars Prep Mission, Strong Radio Signal from Space, the sale of the Playboy Mansion, Lucy fell from a tree, and Colin Kaepernick sits down. At 31:51, Jesse McIntosh grades the last episode and realizes he has standards. At 33:30, the failed athletes discuss more Fantasy Football and NFL injuries. At 50:16 your Facebook World News Update and at 50:56 the Crisper Remix..? At 54:04, Deb Loftis drops in from Istanbul to provide some culture and drumming. Finally, at 59:37, Essa A. tells a story of a world traveler unaware of toilet technique. #popasquat
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86 Charles - Mock Draft #kitteninaburka

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:36:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer delve into the incredibly worthless world of Mock Drafts! Then at 9:26, they cover trending topics including El Chapo's Son, Ford's vision of a driver-less future, Peanut Allergy Cure?, Monkey attacks Wal Mart Employee and the tiny Giant Panda. At 25:26, Jesse McIntosh's favorite part from last week's show: "rando". At 26:58 the failed athlete's offer draft advice in the first Fantasy Football Extravaganza of 2016. At 39:03, the Facebook World News Update. At 39:44, BL5000 has her own draft advice. At 42:19, Deb Loftis finds an old calendar and remembers the "explosive charge" put in her head! Finally, at 47:11, Steph tells a story of a misplacing of election ballots! #kitteninaburka

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86 Charles - Hive Mind #Hermit

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 04 Aug 2016 22:55:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the implications and predictive qualities of the 'hive mind'. Then, at 8:58, they discuss trending topics including the modern day caveman, Faraday Caged Bar, the Himmler Diaries, 1007 Robot Dance, and 1.8 Million Year old Cancer. At 26:23, Jesse McIntosh publishes his experiments with a test sample of 2 dogs. At 28:05, the failed athletes discuss the Cubs chances of winning the World Series and of course the WAL: World Arm Wrestling League. At 37:33, your Facebook World News Update. At 35:19, BL5000 returns to lend her voice to a Marshall McLuhan quote and the Hive Mind Remix. At 40:58, Deb Loftis remembers how Little Yellow Pad started and ponders a career as a Tea Sommelier. Finally, at 47:29, Gina D'Acciaro tells a celebrity filled story of advice giving! #Hermit
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86 Charles - Tools #AugmentedReality

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 04 Aug 2016 22:51:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the recent discover of tool use by the capuchin monkeys. At 7:36, they discuss trending topics including Pokemon Go, NASA UFO Denial, Amazon Drone Parking, the non-existence of a "Perfect" Diet, and the escort app OhLaLa! At 28:11, Jesse McIntosh relives his childhood with the pronunciation of "Osprey". At 29:45, the failed athletes discuss a slow sports week. At 43:08, Facebook World News. At 43:51, the augmented reality of the RNC....? At 45:13, Deb Loftis aka "the Doodler" tells an origins story of sorts of LYP. Finally, at 49:35, Jonathan Cowan returns to tell a horror story about a broken water pipe and a room full of electronics! #AugmentedReality
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86 Charles - Empathy #Ducantula

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 04 Aug 2016 22:44:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the empathetic capacity of human beings, and sometimes how it goes to far when applied to non-human species. At, 8:44, they cover trending topics including Tesla Autopilot Death, Jamaican Weed ATM, Turtle Egg Thief, Ancient Vase and giant Chinese Telescope. At 26:29, Jesse McIntosh takes extreme pleasure in hearing what people are buying on Amazon. At 28:19, the failed athletes discuss Kevin Durant and the madness of NBA free agency. At 45:43, Facebook World News Update. At 46:24, an internet empathy remix. At 48:25, Deb Loftis remembers taking photos and videos in a post riot south-central Los Angeles. Finally, at 53:14, Alex tells a story of summer camp distraction! #Ducantula
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86 Charles - Ehlo #Ohio

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 04 Aug 2016 22:09:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the legacy of Cleveland sports and Craig Ehlo. Then at 7:10, they cover trending topics including the Drone Hotel, sharing links without reading the article, autonomous Faraday vehicle, mother saves child from mountain lion and the auction for Hitler's jacket. At 26:30, Jesse McIntosh takes a victory lap. At 30:05, the failed athlete's talk NBA Finals, Draft and Copa America. At 46:22, Facebook World News Update. At 47:04, BL5000 doesn't understand playoff vs regular season rules. At 49:53, Deb Loftis looks back somberly at a Little Yellow Pad. Finally, at 51:04, Jonathan remembers the time he lit a cigarette under a co-workers desk! #Ohio
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86 Charles - Nanoparticles #Mojave

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 19:23:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the amazing and terrifying aspects of nanoparticles and nanotechnology. At 7:02, they cover trending topics including an update on previous stories, Sausage Tossers at Vegan Cafe, Tiny Houses, Harambe, and the Ugly Naked Guy in F@#$%& is revealed. At 24:16, Jesse McIntosh recalls Travis' argument with himself. At 26:00, the failed athletes say goodbye to Russ and KD, preview the NBA Finals and Copa America. At 41:26, the Facebook World News Update. At 42:39, BL 5000 says goodbye to the desert. At 45:30, Deb Loftis offers to root for your team for the price of a drink. And finally, at 49:07, Donna Miller remembers her time with a cranky retirement home resident. #Mojave

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86 Charles - 2.5 Years #anthropomorphism

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 26 May 2016 20:09:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer try to wrap their minds around the idea that the core of the earth is 2.5 years younger than the crust. At 5:41, they discuss trending topics including: an untouched 5.5 million year old cave, baby bison put in trunk of car by Yellowstone visitors, 5000 year old beer recipe, The Chinese elevated bus, and a lawsuit between Dual Survival co-hosts. At 25:36, Jesse McIntosh ponders his first tattoo. At 27:09, the failed athletes discuss the NBA playoffs and the Knicks hiring of Jeff Hornacek. At 44:28, the weekly Facebook World News Update. At 45:15, BL 5000 sees a problems with the human species' relationship with wildlife. At 47:59, Deb Loftis gloats on her third Survivor Fantasy League Championship! Finally, at 53:18, Brian the Martial Arts Teacher tells a story of attempting to cheat to earn a black belt! #anthropomorphism
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86 Charles - Mercury #intergalactic

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 13 May 2016 18:04:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the recent Mercury Transit along with the concept of retrograde. At 6:29, they cover trending topic including Kepler's discovery of 1,284 planets, America... the Beer, 14 year old turns down $30 million for startup, Hail Doggie, and a Lethal Weapon remake. At 24:02, Jesse McIntosh loves the cheese psychic. At 25:57, all things NBA Playoffs. At 39:07, Facebook World News Update. At 39:54, BL5000 says goodbye to Tim Duncan. At 42:19, Deb Loftis remembers what was happening in June of 2011. Finally, David Kenwood tells the story of working at a theater on opening night for New Jack City! #intergalactic

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86 Charles - Settle #Cheese

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 05 May 2016 18:44:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer explore the difference between settling in and settling for. Then at 4:09, Nickel What: trending topics including Reviving the Dead, Russian Forrest Gump, Spider Oral Sex, Cheese Cures Cancer, and Football Team Photo Genitals. At 17:34, Jesse McIntosh discusses all of his pant-less activities. At 19:27, Failed Athlete Perspective: Bad refereeing in the NBA Playoffs and the NFL Draft. At 28:54, Facebook World News. At 29:41, BL5000 says goodbye to Ted Cruz. At 32:14, Deb Loftis opens up a notebook and has an emotional flashback of her college roommates. Finally, at 38:20, Karen tells a story of shaking her head at the office train-wreck! #cheese

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86 Charles - Houseguest #Prayer

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 29 Apr 2016 21:24:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the traits of a good houseguest. Then, at 7:55, Nickel What: trending topics including Viking Crucifix, In Street Signals, Dutch Drone Bar, Pants-less Porn Watching Driver and Tesla Autonomous Car Safety Numbers. At 23:15 Jesse McIntosh breaks down Double Monkicide. At 25:34, FAP: An up and down week for the Warriors, NBA Playoffs and why John still loves the NFL Draft. At 32:07, the Facebook World News Update. At 32:52, BL5000 prays for Steph. At 35:13, Deb Loftis explores Twilight as a religion. And finally, at 40:17, 12 Years a Server: Eric Slee provides a story of the horrors of going out to lunch with co-workers. #prayer
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86 Charles - Cereal #dhtphtg

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 29 Apr 2016 20:30:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss their personal histories of cereal use. Then they cover trending topics including (6:54) Chariot for Women, (10:29) 72 Year old woman survives 9 days on pond water, (12.15) the Textalyzer, (14:31) Han Solo's Jacket, and (16:08) Breakthrough Starshot. Jesse McIntosh (19:11) pumps a future sponsor. From the failed athlete's perspective (20:34) they talk all things Steph and the Warriors. John delivers the Facebook World News, and BL5000 analyzes the history of Kellogg's (24:15). Deb Loftis has monkey problems (27:29). Finally, Audrey V. never got to be in the minstrel show. #dhtphtg
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86 Charles - Adjustment Period #robosexual

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Mon, 25 Apr 2016 19:26:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss changing times and learning to be yourself. Then they cover trending topics including the Melo Kid, Robosexuality, Dubai Trash Drones, heroic three legged Police Dog and Flight Attendant Evacuation. From the failed athlete's perspective, they weigh the Warriors chances of being the G.O.A.T., the finale of March Madness, and baseball is back! Jesse McIntosh learns new legal terminology and Deb Loftis hates being harassed in the street! Finally, Donna Wagner tells a story about meeting the one and only Alice Cooper! #Robosexual
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86 Charles - Nine One Six #fool

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 19:33:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss John's recent move to the 916 area code! Then they cover trending topics including Microsoft's Tay, Seattle's Tree Man, Frozen Puppies, Murderous Prairie Dogs and taking a photo with a hijacker. From the failed athlete's perspective they talk the videotaping scandal involving D'angelo Russell, the Warriors dominance continues, and the Cardinals trade for Chandler Jones. Jesse McIntosh is feeling abandoned in LA and Deb Loftis contemplates couch surfing for a year. Finally John Derby recounts the move to his first day at his new job. #fool
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86 Charles - Two Weeks Notice #Hookers

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Sun, 13 Mar 2016 20:52:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss leaving with proper notification and how it goes against everything! Then they cover trending topics including, Sea Lion Overpopulation, Pre-Crime Predictions, 5 tons of Quarters Stolen, Drone Degree and the Warmest Winter on Record. From the failed athlete's perspective, they look back at UFC 196, NFL off-season moves, and the Suns are back... Jesse McIntosh revels in the opportunity to say his favorite word, and Deb Loftis wants to buy all of her friends plane tickets! Finally, Candice returns to tell a story about sleeping on the job! #Hookers

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86 Charles - Candy #Shooter

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 23:07:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the love of candy as a grown ass man. Then they cover trending topics including Vegas Syphilis Outbreak, Grey Hair Cure, Gopher Gang Bang, Twin Killers (Not Markieff and Marcus) and the Russian Satellite Star. From the failed athlete's perspective they argue of the majesty of the one and only Wardell Stephen Curry! Jesse McIntosh ponders Derby digging a standing grave, and Deb Loftis loves to travel but will never make it everywhere! Finally, Ty tells an uplifting story about a student who turned it all around! #shooter

86 Charles - Eat. Sleep. Work. Repeat. #Purging

noreply@blogger.com (travisrspencer) — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 23:22:00 +0000

John Derby and Travis Spencer discuss the monotony of life and how to break out of it! Then they cover trending topics including a Bald Eagle Deaths, The Cecil Effect, Potato Only Diet, $40,000 Toilet and a case of mistaken identity. From the failed athlete's perspective they talk the Warriors fastest to 50 wins all time, good riddance to Markieff Morris and Dos Anjos dropping out of fight vs McGregor. Jesse McIntosh ponders what really happened with DMX and Deb Loftis has come to understand the draw to fantasy sports! Finally, Rick Derby remembers bussing tables and cleaning up vomit! #Purging
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