Friendly Reminder

The Friendly Reminder crew is finally back in full force to discuss your favorite conspiracy theories here, abroad, and across the universe.

Nack, Gus, Erik, and guest Justin talk about the games they’ve been playing now, in the past, and how they might all be the same. Nack and Gus also bid farewell to the (former) greatest podcast in the universe.

The crew discusses going masks off with the COVID vaccine, predicts the future of the GOP (it’s Trump), and finally resolves the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Gus and Dan are joined by Nack and brand new Friendly Reminder Producer Erik to discuss the Chauvin verdict, Joe Biden’s dull and/or radical first 100 days, and the Matt Gaetz sex crime scandal.

Join Nack, Gus, and their guest Erik as they share their spoiler-filled thoughts on the latest Mortal Kombat movie and go over the games they’ve been playing during the month of April. They also discuss the next project from Hideo Kojima, a new tease from the studio that brought you Celeste, and the return of E3. 

Mortal Kombat Spoilers begin from the first minute to the 14:30 minute mark. 

The gang with special guest Erik discusses the GOP's latest attempt to suppress the vote and Joe Biden's military-friendly budget. The gang then reviews FLCL Progressive, the sequel to one of their favorite animes of all time. Spoilers for FLCL Progressive begin at approximately 39:30 and run until the end of the episode.

*This is an alternative version of the episode for non-Spotify listeners. 

The gang with special guest Erik discusses the GOP's latest attempt to suppress the vote and Joe Biden's military-friendly budget. The gang then reviews FLCL Progressive, the sequel to one of their favorite animes of all time. Spoilers for FLCL Progressive begin at approximately 39:30 and run until the end of the episode. 

The crew (with special guess Erik) discusses the games they’ve been playing in March, how to tackle the impenetrable Monster Hunter Series, and the big acquisitions dominating the gaming industry.

The crew discusses Democrats finally passing the $1.9 trillion relief bill and Texas ending mask mandates while COVID-19 is still a threat. Gus and Daniel then say goodbye to WandaVision because “part of the journey is the end.” Spoilers for Wandavision start at approximately 49:00 and go through the end of the episode.

The gang (with special guest Totes) chats about the Texas freeze, bashes Democrats for not fighting hard enough for $15, and laments the state of the movie industry post-Covid.

Nack is joined by Gus and Dan to talk about what they’ve been playing, including Super Mario 3D World+Bowser’s Fury and Yakuza: Like a Dragon.  The guys also chat about the Steam Game Festival, a disappointing Nintendo Direct, and the terrible practice of patenting game mechanics.

The gang discusses the second trial of Donald Trump.

It’s a new gaming podcast! Host Nack and the Friendly Reminder crew Gus, Dan and Sam take a deep dive into what they’ve been playing and gaming news and issues.

The original FR crew returns to discuss the Democrats’ big victories, the Republicans’ bigger lie, and a hopeful start to a new administration.

The crew plus their new guest Totes discuss the horrific armed insurrection on the U.S. Capitol.

The crew + Nack (https://www.twitch.tv/littledoctorgames) take one last look at 2020 and talk about the video games, TV shows, movies, music and more that helped them through this terrible year.

The gang chats about the GOP’s big Supreme Court failure, the Georgia race, and Biden’s desire to restore norms. Dan also takes another step on the dark road to becoming a full blown Apple Guy.

The gang (sans Gus) takes on the ultimate holiday question: how to talk to your family about politics (or not).  Is it possible to convince your Republican relatives that Biden won? Special guest Justin Gibson from Aurellia's Bottle Shop & Brewhouse (https://www.facebook.com/aurelliasbrewery/menu/?p_ref=pa)

The crew discusses the election and finally reveals the identity of the new president.  Podcast art by Jackie (@jackieBiernacki)

In their final episode before the election, the Friendly Reminder crew discusses the GOP’s increasingly blatant efforts to steal this election and why everyone feels so darn pessimistic despite Biden’s great poll numbers.

The crew talks about the final presidential debate and the bats--t crazy final days of the Trump campaign.

The FR team presents their state of the polls, the GOP’s latest attempt to take down Joe Biden, and how everyone needs to vote the bums out!

The crew talks about the Vice Presidential debate, Trump’s steroid-fueled week, and the ethics of protest votes.

The crew has an emergency podcast to talk about America’s latest Covid cluster, the Trump administration.

The crew discusses Trump's tax returns--including his history of fraud and disastrous business decisions--and discusses the horrifying first Presidential debate.

The FR Crew has a special guest: Nack (@etherjackolope) from @littledoctorgames!  We talk about the future of the Supreme Court without RBG, whether you can separate an artist’s work from their atrocious behavior, and the latest shocking gaming news.

The crew discusses Trump’s damning yet unsurprising recorded confession and the current state of the presidential race.  Finally, we lighten things up and discuss present and future TV shows that have our attention.

The gang discuss the insane expectations that the media place on Biden (but not on Trump) and  spend some time talking about their own personal political beliefs

In this week’s episode, the crew discusses the unfortunate events that unfolded in Kenosha, WI and recaps the Republican Convention’s bold attempt to create a new reality.

The Friendly Reminder crew discuss political conventions past and present, the Trump administration's long litany of crimes and grifts, and a light-hearted anime to make you forget about those other things.

On this week’s episode, Kamala Harris has reentered the Presidential race as Joe Biden’s Veep and the crew shares their thoughts. We also discuss Trump’s useless Executive Orders, the Republicans' assault on the Postal Service in their continued war against Democracy, and Gus laments the great Apple/Video Game schism of our time.

On this week’s episode, the crew discusses Trump’s insane Axios interview, yet another Biden gaffe, the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act and conservative’s perpetual war against it. Bonus: Fun movie game!

On this week’s episode, the crew runs down a VERY busy day. Daniel covers Bill Barr’s Congressional hearings and discusses the politicization of the Department of Justice. Gus previews Joe Biden’s big decision. Sam finishes his journey with Welcome to NHK and shares his thoughts on this surprising and personal anime.

On this week's episode, the crew talks about the events developing in Portland, concerns over a secret police and the strained relationship between law enforcement agencies and our communities. Sam discusses the Social Security Act of 1965 and the complicated legacy of Lyndon B. Johnson.

Gus, Daniel, and Sam discuss Trump’s Fourth of July Speech, Sam presents the incredible history of America testing nuclear bombs on its own soldiers, and Gus wonders if his shot to finally view Hamilton was something worth the wait (for it). Intro/outro music - Infinity Loop - by Daniel K

We talked about COVID-19, how the republicans across the United States are suppressing minorities right to vote, what we should have learned in school, and we review an anime.