Radio G.R.I.P.E.

#75 - Now With Lower Quality!

Joh and Jen — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:08:17 -0700

We held in the hot takes for nearly and month and here they are: protests in Iran and Russia, late-stage capitalism news, the Queen of England has died, all that and more.

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#74 - Water water everywhere

Joh and Jen — Sat, 03 Sep 2022 11:26:09 -0700

*spoiler: bad audio in this one*
We talked about some worrisome water news, and this was recorded BEFORE the floods around the world.

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#73 - Infowarscrimes

Joh and Jen — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:20:43 -0700

Fred Durst lights a fuse, FBI raids Mar'Lago, and Alex Jones takes the stand!

Thanks to
KBSR
Trev Wren and The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#72 - Bad News

Joh and Jen — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 19:43:58 -0700

This one's got a few jokes and some topics of note. No big deal.

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KBSR
Trev Wren and The Mental State Fair
Alex Cuervo of Espectrostatic

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#69-Nice

Joh and Jen — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 14:14:16 -0700

Look, we didn't release this one for various reasons, but I think it should have it's day in court. So I'll keep this up until the end of August, maybe sooner, depending on backlash.

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#71- Systemic Failure Showdown

Joh and Jen — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 07:55:48 -0700

GRIPE IS BACK! And it sucks. Sorry y'all, but news is whack. CW: school shooting. Yeah, we gotta talk about it. Also, Georgia Guidestones, Jan 6 committee, and the James Webb telescope.

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#69 - Teaser

Joh and Jen — Thu, 09 Dec 2021 17:30:50 -0800

We opted for a music ep with some characters and bits, but we can't just stream this stuff, do consider it a taste of what happens on the radio stream.

Thanks to KBSR, Trev Wren and The Mental State Fair, and our Patreon community.

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#68 - Oh no, the Titts!

Joh and Jen — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 16:29:34 -0800

Another attempt at finding our niche, then more sad news from around the world.

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#67 - Sorry, we've made another show

Joh and Jen — Sat, 27 Nov 2021 17:30:56 -0800

The curse is back

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#66 - Mo Texas mo problems

Joh and Jen — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:38:12 -0800

We're back in the sad saddle again! We catch up on some things from the last few weeks and acknowledge we'll have some fucked up news for next week.

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#65 - The tears of clowns

Joh and Jen — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 16:41:58 -0700

Striketober stats, Texas gerrymandering, school board chaos, and the latest craze in domestic-teror-as-fashion.

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The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#64 - If there's time to collapse, there's time to relax.

Joh and Jen — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 16:10:47 -0700

We opted for alcohol on this one, so there's a lot of loose conversation about the last week or so of news coverage, with a couple future hacks tacked on.

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The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#63- Satanists: Bad?

Joh and Jen — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:22:35 -0700

We spend most of this episode talking about The Satanic Temple, namely the ties between their leader and antisemitic fascists.
To review the materials I referenced in this episode, check this website, and go to Evergreen Memes for Queer Satanic Fiends on FB for more. If the subject interests you enough, consider joining one of the many anti-fascist communities online. Shouldn't be too hard to find one.

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic
And this week i threw a dope track from Kimmortal on, definitely go listen to the rest of her stuff

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#62 - The one that says DILDO on it

Joh and Jen — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 16:53:47 -0700

Some looking back on 9-11 and it's legacy, dumb texas stuff, and the first installment of our dystopic spec-fic picks! In this one we talk about television, and I think next week will be film. Send us an e-mail with your picks at weretryingshow@gmail.com, we'll be covering film, literature, music, video games, maybe more. At the end, we'll see what we've learned and who we've met along the way.

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The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#61 - More horrible content

Joh and Jen — Tue, 07 Sep 2021 17:15:24 -0700

More coverage on institutionalized misogyny, sh*t electric companies that AREN'T Ercot, and a satanic schism on the horizon. Also we discuss what the future will look like without humans, namely, is an advanced animal civilization likely?
Also, if you're reading this please consider learning more about, or making donations to, some of the networks providing information for reproductive rights.
The Bridge Collective
Avow
Stigma Relief Fund
Lilith Fund
Janes Due Process

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#60 - Just pick Lavar Burton already

Joh and Jen — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 14:34:51 -0700

Texas AG Ken Paxton is judge, jury, and forgiver; Jeopardy makes some dumb choices; there's a potential breakthrough on Covid antibody research, and we sprinkle on some Future Hacks.

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The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#59 - AuthoriTexasism

Joh and Jen — Sun, 22 Aug 2021 17:30:29 -0700

We take a broad approach talking about Afghanistan, get into some classic asshole-Texas-poilitician stuff, and check in on Britney. Of course we also give thought throughout about the impending collapse.

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The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#57 - BBL Economy

Joh and Jen — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 18:58:59 -0700

After talking about the best name for Trump crimes we get into the firsthand accounts of officers present at the January 6th insurrection, then go to Colorado for an interesting story about anarchist ranchers living in maga country. We top it all off with more future hacks for the impending collapse. Enjoy!

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#56 - Back at it

Joh and Jen — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 16:05:35 -0700

Just a little how-do-you-do as we return to the studio, thanks for listening, check the plugs:

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The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#55 - Souverners

Joh and Jen — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 17:35:08 -0700

We didn't make notes for this one, just talked smack on some bullet points. Haiti, bee clones, billionaires 'in space', a touch of CPAC, and a certain sovereign citizen.

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The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#54 - Oh, also the ocean's on fire

Joh and Jen — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:58:59 -0700

The Olympics are worse than just the Sha'Carri Richardson thing, seems they don't like black women at all. Also, the history of Canadas residential school system is finally being brought to light, reminding us just how horrible christians can be. There's a fun (?) news roundup at the end for all the regular horrors.

Quick links for more context:
Idle No More
Texas Service Industry Coalition

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#53 - Apparently McAfee WAS the virus

Joh and Jen — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 08:11:18 -0700

Wilco had it's very first Pride celebration! But you know we're not a 'good news' show so of course we talk a bit about the condo collapse and the Covid-19 Delta variant. Yeah.
Special thanks to all the volunteers/supporters/performers at the Pride celebraton here in Taylor, y'all really knocked it outta the park.

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#52 - Introducing The Alabama Jumpers

Joh and Jen — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 16:53:05 -0700

Jen gives a disturbing PSA about worms, we talk about Abbot and Ercot BOTH being assholes, Portlands riot squad resigning, and take a moment to talk about the history of a long overdue holiday, Juneteenth!

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#51 - Schism? I hardly know him!

Joh and Jen — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 18:10:11 -0700

We're back to talk about global police stings, digging up Trump crimes, and various medical anomalies. More importantly, Jen gives a short history of Americas (read: colonialists) repression of sexual and gender identity. Super fun stuff, right?

Consider donating to some of these awesome organizations
The Trevor Project
The Pride Foundation
Transgender Law Center
YMSM+LGBT

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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2020 Pride Throwback

Joh and Jen — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 17:40:58 -0700

Check out this shortlist of some of our favorite musicians, and reach out with other artists you'd like to hear us babble about on the show.

Artists and Songs, in order:
Magnetic Fields - Andrew in drag
Jayne County - Fun in Amerika
Xiu Xiu - Fabulous Muscles
Hedwig and the Angry Inch - Origin of love
Janelle Monae - Pink
Queen - Somebody to love
Coil - Tainted love
Big Boys - Funk off
Perfume Genious- On the floor
Team Dresch - #1 Chance Pirate TV

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic

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#50 - We become the centipede

Joh and Jen — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:38:46 -0700

Eurovision is back, and bringin' the drama! Also we talk about some insane laws getting passed in Texas, the Colonial pipeline hack, and sneaky cops on the internet.
Also, we didn't post the last episode because we've been doing some different things, go check out the Patreon for an exclusive episode!
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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
Espectrostatic
Also I had to throw some Propagandhi in this one

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#48 - Harness the Bees

Joh and Jen — Tue, 18 May 2021 06:00:00 -0700

More news about the culture of violence-as-entertainment in the Wilco sheriffs department, the republicans cannabalisticly cancel their own members, we call it like we see it on the hiring crisis, and talk about bees for a minute. This episode also has a special revisit to an older episode where we listen to and talk about some great music that's all centered on poverty. Hit us up and tell us what you think!

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Espectrostatic
https://espectrostatic.bandcamp.com/

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#47 - More of the same

Joh and Jen — Tue, 11 May 2021 05:56:01 -0700

The Federal Trade Commission chimes in on right to repair, Texas codifies culture war, Elon makes us sad, and Tucker Carlson lies a lot.

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#46 - Republican fascination

Joh and Jen — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:50:58 -0700

We check in with little ol' New Mexico again, list off some of the transphobic legislation getting passed, and face up to our inevitable kudzu and beetle diet.

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https://www.blacksparrowmusicparlor.com/radio

Music from:
The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Espectrostatic
https://espectrostatic.bandcamp.com/

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#45 - R.I.P. Yahoo Answers

Joh and Jen — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:07:30 -0700

We talk about Arkansas Gov. Hutchinson facing off with Tucker, Colorados 'right to repair' defeat, New Mexicos qualified immunity win, give a send off to Yahoo Answers, and gloss right over Lucifers involvement in bioluminescence.

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#44- Crimes crimes crimes

Joh and Jen — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:37:59 -0700

There's always some violent police in the news, and usually at least one sleazy politician, thankfully this week we also get to talk about evil shoes.

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#43 - Fuck that boat tho

Joh and Jen — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 15:53:40 -0700

This weeks news was went from unimpressive, to depressing, to tragic, as it all too often does. We give a nod to the dumb stuff and take time with the hard stuff.

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#42 - Mix it up a little

Joh and Jen — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 14:29:47 -0700

Milo whats-his-name wants back in the news, there's bacteria in space, and we shout out our Badass of the Week. Also we're planning an upcoming Patreon exclusive to talk about rock music in the 2000's, so go get on that Patreon!
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https://www.blacksparrowmusicparlor.com/radio

Music from:
The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Espectrostatic
https://espectrostatic.bandcamp.com/

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#41 - Movie break pt. 2

Joh and Jen — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:26:35 -0700

While it was still pretty difficult getting in everything we wanted, we successfully cram in our favorite horror creations and creators. Predators, Aliens, Things, and the best werewolf transformation we've seen.

Thanks to KBSR, and happy damn birthday! Check out the network and patreon here
https://www.blacksparrowmusicparlor.com/radio

Special thanks to amateur effects artist/cool guy Patrick Charles for sharing his opinions, check out his instagram: punkpat88

Music from:
The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Espectrostatic
https://espectrostatic.bandcamp.com/

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#40 - Movie break (pt 1)

Joh and Jen — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 07:57:17 -0800

We wanted to talk about our favorite movie/tv creatures and realized there's too many to cover in one show, so here's part 1. Fantastic works from the Jim Henson studio, Guillermo Del Toro, and some Industrial Light and Magic for good measure.

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https://www.blacksparrowmusicparlor.com/radio

Music from:
The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Espectrostatic
https://espectrostatic.bandcamp.com/

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#39 - These dogs are too hot

Joh and Jen — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 18:50:38 -0800

We tackle some confusion regarding Texas' power grid, point out that child detention centers are re-opening, and gossip about celebrity dogs.

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#37 - The link between Myanmar and Britney

Joh and Jen — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:44:47 -0800

Austins battle over resources for the homeless, impeachment, Myanmar, and I can't stress this enough, Britney, bitch.

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#36 - Marilyn Canceledson is not a good title

Joh and Jen — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:10:56 -0800

Look, we all knew this Manson story was only a matter of time, but Armie Hammer? That dude's messed up. Also we talk about some horror movies, go over Covid-19 updates including unethical opportunists, and the latest in ecological deathcare.
Thanks to KBSR, check out the network and patreon here
https://www.blacksparrowmusicparlor.com/radio
Music from:
The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Espectrostatic
https://espectrostatic.bandcamp.com/
Hoofless
https://hoofless.bandcamp.com/music

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#35 - Fuck you Tarrio

Joh and Jen — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 13:20:45 -0800

A few jokes about Gamestop, some sympathy for Claudia Conway, shit talk on Enrique Tarrio, and a little context for what's happening in Russia.
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https://www.blacksparrowmusicparlor.com/radio
Music from:
The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Espectrostatic
https://espectrostatic.bandcamp.com/
Hoofless
https://hoofless.bandcamp.com/music

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#34 - Two buckets MINIMUM

Joh and Jen — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 21:44:45 -0800

Yes of course we talk about the inauguration, but also dinosaur genitals and Hilaria Baldwin (different stories), and some genuinely enjoyable Trump moments.

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#33 - Societal scurvy

Joh and Jen — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 16:32:17 -0800

Some more commentary on the failed coup, and finding some good stuff in the news-heap.

#32 - No, HERE'S the thing!

Joh and Jen — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 20:40:53 -0800

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Music from:
The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Espectrostatic
https://espectrostatic.bandcamp.com/
Hoofless
https://hoofless.bandcamp.com/music

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#31 - New year, same circus, also clowns

Joh and Jen — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 19:01:15 -0800

Alternately titled 'The Sexiest Rabbit hole', we recap two weeks of news and spend time on just a few.
Thanks to Trev Wren of The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976/sets/the-mental-state-fair
And to Alex Cuervo of Espectrostatic
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1fK6KtmTw3EbNaeoW21r4k?autoplay=true

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#29 - Caga tió!

Joh and Jen — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 12:00:00 -0800

Tucker Carlson race-baiting, Trump campaign crookedness, and various christmas traditions from around the globe.
Theme song 'Dying in texas' - https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976
Interstitials from Espectrostatic - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1fK6KtmTw3EbNaeoW21r4k?si=l6ThtZgIQX2z25OERvNGBg

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#28 - Return of the Bickle

Joh and Jen — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 16:48:03 -0800

Intro/outro contributed by Trev Wren of The Mental State Fair
https://soundcloud.com/trevor-wiseman-65710976/sets/the-mental-state-fair
Interstitials contributed by Espectrostatic
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1fK6KtmTw3EbNaeoW21r4k?autoplay=true

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#27 - Geez Rudy, light a match

Joh and Jen — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 17:35:45 -0800

It's corruption aplenty this week, but you probably knew that.