A podcast dedicated to low stakes deep dives into pop culture led by Marcy, a middle-aged, multimedia casual consumer. She is joined by her chosen brother Paul as they discuss science fiction and post apocalyptic TV/Movies. They recently reviewed HBO’s The Last of Us and Avatar the Last Airbender on Netflix. They are now eager to begin discussing the TV show Fallout on Amazon Prime.
Marcy and Paul have been friends and occasional roommates for over 20 years. This means that they've spent countless hours sitting on a couch together watching TV and playing video games. Both of us love books and science, so most episodes include those things. We'd love for you to join us on our cushy couch! Spoilers are expected with this show.
This episode is all about the spirit world! The creators for the Netflix Avatar couldn't help themselves, they just had to bring EVERY single spirit from the animation into this one episode. Paul an…
Secret Tunnel! This episode of Idle Ride Marcy and Paul continue to be frustrated with the shows portrayal of Team Avatar. Paul discusses the problems with spliting the party, but he loves how Bumi w…
This week we discuss the Netflix Avatar the Last Airbender, Episode 3, Omashu. The show continues to be on point with side characters as both the Cabbage Merchant and Jet are introduced with flair. …
In this episode the duo discusses ATLA Episode 2 Warriors. Marcy has watched the whole season and discusses the many changes being made compared to the original animation. Paul just likes that it is…
Paul and Marcy discuss the video game Eastward and it's many parallels to The Last of Us. Marcy loves the cute vibe of the game, while Paul is facinated by pixel boobs. Enjoy this quick interlude whi…
The episode where Marcy couldn't contain her excitement and watched the first episode without Paul. Marcy wants more Appa and Paul has a hot take at the end!
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Marcy and Paul gear up for the new season of Idle Ride by doing an indepth breakdown of the first full trailer for the new Netflix show, Avatar: The Last Airbender. There will be some minor spoilers …
Marcy and Paul talk about what's next for Season 2 of Idle Ride and if you love video games this is the episode for you! They do an in depth look at the game Frostpunk by 11 Bit Studios and mention c…
It's finally here! The wrap of The Last of Us season 1. Paul and Marcy do the clip show of your dreams! If you've been jonesing for just a little more The Last of Us while waiting on Season 2, this …
John Bolds, host of the Open Pike Night podcast and producer of Marcy's old show Green Shirt: A Newbies Trek Through the Next Generation, joins for this episode of Idle Ride. The gang all gets involv…
Marcy and Paul get philosophical in this episode! Paul defines the term "venison" so that audiences can pick up on cannibal code. Marcy copes with violence through laughter. The pastor cult leader vi…
Left Behind is an episode composed primarily of a flashback to Ellie's first love and loss. Paul and Marcy do a lot of awing over this adorable episode. They also discuss how they hate being pranked,…
This was an amazing episode of The Last of Us! Kin really delves deep into the meaning of family. Paul and I clue into some foreshadowing for the upcoming episodes, discuss the importance of dogs and…
Paul and Marcy have been waiting for the episode Endure and Survive for quite some time. Two of the most beloved side characters from the game, Sam and Henry, join Ellie and Joel for a short time on …
For a 45 minute episode Please Hold My Hand sure packs a punch! Paul gives us a lesson on why gasoline wouldn't really last 20 years into the apocalypse. Marcy realizes that movies with kids being pr…
Marcy and Paul are joined by Producer John to discuss Ep 3 of The Last of Us. Marcy gets excited about tampons in the apocalypse, Paul gives us the skinny on Sulfuric Acid, and John isn't sure about …
While discussing Episode 2 of The Last of Us, Marcy and Paul mention several related movies and books. Featured movies and books include: Lord of the Rings, The Bad Batch, Arrival, Love and Monsters…
Marcy and Paul discuss the movie length first episode of the The Last of Us. The episode starts with a break down of scenes that remind the hosts of the video game, Which includes a moment where Joe…
The trailer to the first season of Idle Ride where Paul and Marcy react to Season 1 of The Last of Us.
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