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Ep. 93: The One With Uncle Bobbo
Ever wondered how Donald Trump's peculiar orange hue could be linked to time travel? Or how risqué literature could be hilariously compared to electronics and cheap wine? Join your favorite weirdos, Daniel and Dinasaurus, as we have a riot of a time with our multi-talented friend, Uncle Bobbo, exploring it all, and so much more.
Ep. 92: The One With Dina's Arranged Marriage
Caught yourself wondering about the rising ebook prices lately? Well, you're not alone! Get ready for an amusing exploration of the ebook industry, its soaring prices, and how it affects both keen readers and diligent authors. Stick around for a captivating spoken poem via voicemail by Stevie Wildcard from the 'We Have Issues' podcast, and let's revel in the realm of words and stories together.
Ep. 91: The One With The Sweaty Ball #@!&% (feat. Alexander James)
Prepare to enter a realm of laughter, mystery, and intrigue as Alexander James, Appe-TEASER and soon-to-be-published author of THE WOODKIN, graces the Don't Make It Weird Podcast once again. He brings us tales from his journey to publication, his Dungeons & Dragons improv comedy podcast Critically Stupid, and even a little insight into his experience with our drinking game known as Buffalo. We even make space for a sneak peek into the saucy working title for his sex tape. Brace yourselves for a lighthearted journey filled with signature humor, cheeky revelations, and much more!
Ep. 90: The One Where Dina Denounces Mom Water
It's DMIW #90, and are those whispers of conspiracy theories getting to you, too? Well, quench your thirst for curiosity-fueling narratives as we navigate the murky waters of Wayfair and Wal-mart's alleged child trafficking scandal. Join us, along with our special guest, the Zany Zephyr of Zebrasaurus, as we dissect this controversy and discuss the bizarre store policies of a large "hobby" retail chain.
Ep. 89: The One With Almedia Ryan
What's that sound? Oh, just the exciting buzz of our first post-baby episode! We're thrilled to have the charismatic Almedia Ryan, author of 'Those Beneath', in the hot seat. Ali opens up about her transformative journey from southeast Texas to the lush landscapes of Montana, her switch from performance art to writing, and the inspiration behind her dark and romantic debut novel. We even toss in a fun drinking game to keep things lively and unpredictable - as usual!
Ep. 88: The One Where Dina Discovers The Dutch Rudder
Dina takes us on a wild journey through her TikTok Conspiracy Corner, exposing the shocking truth about birds and unraveling the mysteries surrounding Kobe Bryant's tragic death. Plus, don't miss Arnold the Bard's enchanting voicemail, the uproarious Sexual Lexicon Challenge, a thought-provoking discussion on the Art of Storytelling, and Dinasaurus' hilarious account of The Wedding I Didn't Want To Attend. And hold on tight as Daniel shares a cringe-inducing excerpt from ED KING.
Ep. 87: The One With L. A. Cunningham
Don't miss this exciting episode with L.A. Cunningham, author, artist, and adventurer! She's the Editor-in-Chief of ASAP IMAGINATION and a talented comic book creator with a dark sense of humor. Join us as we explore Dina's TikTok Conspiracy Corner, play the dating game Red Flags, and share hilarious stories, including Laurie's skunked dog incident. Plus, brace yourself for a steamy and hilarious reading from Jason Porter's Why Are You So Sad? in our Cringey Copulation segment. Get ready for laughter, games, and fascinating insights into the world of comics and writing. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this fun-filled episode!
Ep. 86: The One With The Mystery Waistcoat (feat. Alexander James)
In this week's episode of Don't Make It Weird, we continue the publishing journey of our friend Alexander James! Alex gives us an exclusive Riley-ism in the Accountabilibuddies segment! We play a new game called HOT TAKES! Alex tells us about that time he took a selfie with a wild baby bear in STORYTIME! We have a discussion about developmental edits as we continue Alex's journey to publishing his book THE WOODKIN. And we learn about a new superior form of potato thanks to a sexy snippet read by Alex from Black Feathers: Erotic Dreams by Cecilia Tan in this week's CRINGEY COPULATION!
NOTHING SPECIAL by Dina S. LIVE Release Party feat. Special Guest Co-Hosts!
Come celebrate with us as we launch Dinasaurus' debut novel NOTHING SPECIAL! We will be chatting about the book and giving away free copies live on stream! Grab a drink and join us!
Ep. 85: The One With Daniel’s Length Issue
In this week's episode of DMIW, we get to catch up with the fam! Dinasaurus lets us in on the latest TikTok conspiracies! We get a special message in our voicemail from the bard Arnold from @CritStupid! Sean tells us about some real life stories of when people made it weird from reddit, in THEY MADE IT WEIRD! We have a discussion about the length of your ... book. Dinasaurus fills us in on the ultimate guide to revenge on a cheating ex in STORYTIME! and then she reads us a very intimate excerpt from Touch by Courtney Maum in this week's CRINGEY COPULATION!
Ep. 84: The One With Christopher Flory
In this week's episode of Don't Make It Weird, we are joined in the studio by author Christopher Flory! We play a game of TWO TRUTHS AND A LIE! Chris tells us about the world's smallest meth lab in STORYTIME! We chat with him about his series of PAUL DODGE novels, and he reads us an excerpt! Then, he gives us a cold reading of some erotic fiction from OPEN ME by LISA LOCASCIO in this week's CRINGEY COPULATION!
Ep. 83: The One With Desideria Mesa
In this week's episode of Don't Make It Weird, we are joined in the studio by fantasy author Desideria Mesa! We play a few rounds of WOULD YOU RATHER! Desi tells us about the time she found out she is Mexican in STORYTIME! We learn about a new superior form of potato, PAPAS DESIDERIA! We chat with her about her historical fantasy novel BINDLE PUNK BRUJA, and she reads us an excerpt! Then, she gives us a cold reading of some especially interesting erotic fiction from MR. PEANUT by ADAM ROSS in this week's CRINGEY COPULATION!
Ep. 82: The One With The Lovely Tea Party (We Have Issues III)
In this week's episode of Don't Make It Weird, we are joined in the studio once again by our absolute favorite indie comic book creators and podcasters Anthony LaFauci and Stevie Wildcard! We asked ChatGPT to write us a heist script and then did a HILARIOUS blind table read in a new segment called A.I. SCREENWRITING! Anthony tells us about that time he managed to get two ladies' numbers in one night in STORYTIME! We chat with them about their brand new issue of their comic DEATHLESS, and how they go about crowdfunding on Kickstarter. Then, the boys give us a cold reading of some erotic fiction featuring some very "unusual touching" in this week's CRINGEY COPULATION!
Ep. 81: The One Where The Helmet Stays On (The Return Of Carly Spade)
In this week's episode of Don't Make It Weird, we are joined in the studio by our friend and USA Today best selling romance author Carly Spade! We play an extended version of SMASH OR PASS: STAR WARS EDITION! Carly tells us about why she refused to ride the Zipper for 25 years despite riding every other rollercoaster known to man in STORYTIME! We chat with her about her brand new cyberpunk fantasy romance OF LOVE AND FORGE, and she reads us an excerpt of her work! Then, Carly gives us a cold reading of some erotic fiction featuring puppetry of the penis in this week's CRINGEY COPULATION!
TALES OF SOMEWHERE ELSE Release Party LIVE! Featuring Ashley Hutchison
Join us for another fantastic Lost Boys Press live release party as we are joined by one of our besties Ashley Hutchison to talk about TALES OF SOMEWHERE ELSE!
There will be live discussion, Q&A, giveaways and more! Come join the fun!
Ep. 80: The One Where Dina Gets Gooped
In this episode of Don't Make It Weird, we get the final update on Dina's Kickstarter campaign for her debut novel NOTHING SPECIAL! We check our voicemail! We play a Uno reverse card on Weird Titles and it goes PERFECTLY! We have a discussion about protecting your work and ideas in the early stages of a project! Dina tells us about The Poop Pool in STORYTIME! And Producer Sean reads a tobacco-scented sex scene from The Last Banquet by Jonathan Grimwood in CRINGEY COPULATION! #Bookish #BookTube #WritingCommunity
Ep. 79: The One With Wm. Brett Hill
In this week's episode of Don't Make It Weird, we are joined in the studio by sci-fi author Wm. Brett Hill! We play our favorite game of deception, TRUE CONFESSIONS! Brett tells us about two occasions in which he exhibited perfectly normal behavior but was perceived to be insane in STORYTIME! We chat with him about his collection of short stories THE THOR BOZMAN COLLECTION, and he reads us an excerpt of his work! Then, Brett gives us a cold reading of some Microsoft Word-themed erotic fiction in this week's CRINGEY COPULATION!
Ep. 78: The One Where Dina Thought She Was High
Dina was gonna record the podcast, but then she got high. Daniel was gonna introduce the show, but then he got high and played Vampire Survivors. This week, we checked our voicemail! We played a new improv game called THREE MINUTE STORY! We had a discussion about balancing work / life / and writing! We hear the tale of that time Dina thought she was high! And Dina blesses us with a reading from The Seventh Function of Language by Laurent Binet in CRINGEY COPULATION!
Ep. 77: The One Where John Ortega Isn’t In His Car
In this week's episode of Don't Make It Weird, we are joined in the studio by fantasy author John Ortega! We improvise some story pitches based on randomly generated words in a round of PITCH A STORY! John tells us about why he's never allowed near Halloween decorations ever again in STORYTIME! We chat with him about his latest book in the RUNE CASTER CHRONICLES series, WINTER'S WOLF, and Dina reads us an excerpt! Then, John treats us to a very sensual candle-wax-on-the-nips reading from The Late Hector Kipling by Professor Lupin (David Thewlis) in in this week's CRINGEY COPULATION! #WritingCommunity #BookTube #Bookish
THROUGH THE VEIL Anthology LIVE Release Party feat. Ashley Hutchison and Contributing Authors
Join us to celebrate the release of a very special anthology dedicated to our favorite fiery editor, Ashley Hutchison!
A dragon queen hiding in modern America, monsters in WW2, vampires fighting over their captives, and horrors stalking the Moon's surface... all are reminders that the world is not as it first appears. Many dangers and adventures lurk, waiting for us, just through the veil. Are you brave enough to go looking?
Interact LIVE as we interview contributing authors, open up for audience Q&A, and give away some copies of the new book!
Edited by Rance D. Denton and Dewi Hargreaves
Book Cover Art by Dewi Hargreaves
Featuring stories by:
Shannon Bright
Rance D. Denton
Dewi Hargreaves
Stephen Howard
Alexander James
Daniel Quigley
Dina S.
Matthew Siadak
K. Thomas