Very Fantastic Discoveries

From the Vault: Silent Weapon

July 26, 2020 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

This week, we have another episode that was originally recorded in 2019, but is only being released now. This episode is all about Silent Weapon, the character conceived and brought fully to life by Juneho Fulmer. Kick back and listen to Juneho talk about Silent Weapon's story with Junegee and Dylan.

HAMILFILM! (Part 1)

July 19, 2020 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

We're back with our first episode in 6 months, and our first post-COVID episode as well. Of course, it's about Hamilton, again... This week, Junegee, Juneho and Dylan all talk about one of the most hotly anticipated movies of the household, and how it delivered on all levels. We talk about standouts, surprises and a little bit about spit. Join us for Part 1 in our discussion about this landmark performance.

From the Vault: Lion King 2019

July 19, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MB

This week, we return from our second extended hiatus to bring you an unpublished episode from Summer of 2019 where we all talk about the reboot of the Lion King Movie. Join Junegee, Juneho, Gramma (and Daddy) as we talk about the visual effects work, changes from the original movie and the individual performances.

HAMILTON!

January 20, 2020 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

This week, after a too-long extended break from the podcast, Junegee and Dylan are back and here to talk about about Hamilton. We discuss Junegee's years long fascination with the musical, how he's changed his views on it over time, and, not least, or recent attendance of a travelling performance of the show itself.

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

July 15, 2019 01:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

This week, we talk about how THIS IS THE 50TH EPISODE OF THE PODCAST! Also, we talk about the 2nd Harry Potter Book, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. We discuss flying cars, giant spiders and the power of a good cry.

Junegee's Favorite Books (44-50)

July 01, 2019 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

This week, we finish off Junegee's 50 books to read before you die (which will probably be never after 2050) in our new home studio. We talk about swans with prosthetics, meandering mice and folding more paper than you'd ever think possible.

Junegee's Favorite Books (34-43)

June 19, 2019 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

This week, we turn the corner into the home stretch of Junegee's Top 50 Books. We talk about Wizards, Witches, fitting in when it's not easy and the power of family. Dylan also admits he's never read the Harry Potter books.

Junegee's Favorite Books (24-33)

June 09, 2019 22:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MB

This week, we talk about yet even more Snicket, as the wrong questions occupy 4 spots in entries 24-33 in Junegee's 50 Books to read before you die list. We discuss sudden feral cats, time travel and wizards, and the unfortunate siblings of notable people in musical history.

Junegee's 50 favorite books (11-20)

May 12, 2019 21:00 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MB

This week, we talk about the Series of Unfortunate Events in aggregate, since they occupy spots 11-23 in Junegee's Top 50 books. We discuss the two different types of despicable adults that thrust the Baudelaires into horror after horror, the impact the books had on Junegee at a younger age, and Daniel Handler's other work. Also, Super Babies.

Junegee's 50 favorite books (1-10)

April 14, 2019 20:00 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MB

This week, we start talking about Junegee's 50 favorite books with super-special guest, Greg Morabito. Many books Greg knew, and some he did not, but Junegee fills in with expert synopses of every title regardless. We hope you'll be adding each of these to your reading lists.

The Slippery Slope

March 24, 2019 04:00 - 21 minutes - 9.88 MB

This week, since we're finally done with Heracles, we're back to Snicket, specifically The Slippery Slope. We talk about fish, refrigerator-based languages, and truly horrible people, a person which here means Carmelita Spats.

A Live Dog is Better than a Dead Lion

March 17, 2019 04:00 - 24 minutes - 11 MB

This week, Junegee and Dylan finally get to the 12th and final labor of Heracles - Capturing Cerberus. We discuss death cults, the usual trickery and forgiveness. Also, Junegee gives a touching remembrance of our great Hero, and we "end" this final chapter with an instrumental outro.

An Apple a Day Keeps the Mad King Away

March 10, 2019 05:00 - 19 minutes - 8.93 MB

This week, we discuss the 11th (and first bonus) Labor of Heracles: The Apples of the Hesperides. Junegee and Dylan discuss cheating, unfair judging, and tricking Titans to get what you want. Also, Junegee says "penultimate" and Dylan says "peace out." Judge for yourself who's 11 and who's 44.

Geryon My Wayward Son

February 24, 2019 05:00 - 20 minutes - 9.44 MB

This week, we talk about the 10th Labor of Heracles - the Cattle of Geryon. We talk about Heracles being a bit bow-happy, many related topics worthy of their own episodes and the true form of Zeus.

Free Shipping on Magical Golden Belts

February 10, 2019 05:00 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MB

This week, after again being gone for far too long, we talk about the 9th Labor of Heracles - the Belt (Girdle) of Hippolyta. We talk about the Amazon tribe, the ongoing vengeful jerkiness of the gods and how people have been hating on strong women since the very beginning.

You can lead a horse to Diomedes, and you CAN get it to eat.

January 07, 2019 01:00 - 20 minutes - 9.54 MB

This week, we discuss the 8th labor of Heracles, the Mares of Diomedes. We talk wild, ravenous horses, getting rebuffed by multiple Olympians and the motivations of non-human actors.

Like a Bull in a Greece Shop

December 16, 2018 22:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MB

This week, we discuss the 7th Labor of Heracles, the Cretan Bull. We also talk about how this story is woven in to several other famous tales from Greek Mythology, how Poseidon gets no respect, and how Daedalus deserves his own episode.

This place is (not) for the birds

December 10, 2018 02:00 - 19 minutes - 9.01 MB

This week, we talk about how today is the FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRST EVER EPISODE OF VERY FANTASTIC DISCOVERIES, as well as the 6th Labor of Heracles, the Stymphalian Birds. We also, touch on poop (again), bad musicianship and spontaneous generation.

A River Runs Through It

December 02, 2018 22:00 - 19 minutes - 8.81 MB

This week, we talk about Heracles' 5th Labor: Cleaning the Augean stables. We discuss steak vs milk, bovine scatology, and how trying to trick Heracles is never a good idea.

Boar With Me

November 25, 2018 23:00 - 19 minutes - 8.98 MB

This week, we discuss the 4th Labor of Heracles (Hercules), the capture of the Erymanthian boar. Junegee also drops some "Frozen" references, Dylan drops a bleeped a-bomb, and we all conclude that boar would be delicious.

Oh Deer! You're running beHind!

November 18, 2018 23:00 - 19 minutes - 8.78 MB

This week, we discuss the third labor of Heracles, the capture of the Hind of Ceryneia, which was under the protection of Artemis. We also talk about running, running, and the folly of power-hungry zookeepers.

Get Your Heads in the Game

November 11, 2018 23:00 - 19 minutes - 9.1 MB

This week, we discuss the 2nd labor of Heracles (Hercules), whereby Heracles needs to slay the Lernaean Hydra. We also touch on (obviously) Junegee's deep-seated hatred for Zeus, potentially endless crab that would make Red Lobster jealous, and a boy's need to write jingles for literary devices.

Hera Overdoes It/Labors of Heracles Part 1

October 14, 2018 04:00 - 20 minutes - 9.53 MB

This week, we're back with some more Greek Mythology, exploring the horrible Gods and Demigods behind the Labors of Heracles (Hercules), specifically the first one. We'll have many more Heraclean episodes after this one.

Perseus and Medusa

September 16, 2018 04:00 - 22 minutes - 10.6 MB

This week, Junegee is patient with Dylan's memory lapses and we talk about crazy kings, well-bred heroes, and the ever-meddling Gods, again. Join us as we talk about Perseus, Medusa and all the unfortunate people around them in this tale of tragedy, heroism, and some handy godly connections.

Through the Looking Glass

September 09, 2018 04:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MB

Today, we talk about sequels, stories within stories (and appropriation therein), chess and much more, all in the context of Lewis Carrol's fantastic book "Through the Looking Glass." Also, Junegee does a full dramatic reading of the poem Jabberwocky.

Thor Gets an Unexpected Makeover

August 27, 2018 04:00 - 20 minutes - 9.42 MB

In this episode, we talk about Norse giants who don't know when to keep to themselves and the dire consequences of challenging a God, especially a hospitable one.

Narcissus and Echo

August 12, 2018 04:00 - 19 minutes - 8.83 MB

This week, we're back after an extended break to talk about Narcissus and Echo, and Dylan is unsurprisingly sympathetic.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

July 08, 2018 04:00 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MB

This week, we talk Harry Potter with very special out of town guests. We talk so much about Harry Potter, in fact, that there's no time for the question of the week.

The Carnivorous Carnival

June 25, 2018 04:00 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MB

We're back after a 2 week break! This week, we discuss the 9th Book in Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events, The Carnivorous Carnival. We also get a bit more deep than usual and answer this week's question about Junegee's views on the existence of God.

Alice in... Wonderland?

June 03, 2018 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MB

This week, we discuss the stories and the story behind the stories of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, including answerless rhymes and catless grins. Also, this week's question of the week is about prime numbers, and we close out with a classic from the original movie soundtrack.

The Hostile Hospital

May 28, 2018 04:00 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MB

This week, we discuss the 8th book in A Series of Unfortunate Events, The Hostile Hospital, with special guest, little brother number one: Juneho Fulmer. Also, we discuss our thoughts on Memorial Day, and Woody Guthrie, too.

Odin Is a Horrible Genie

May 20, 2018 04:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MB

This week, we discuss Skade and her plan to avenge the death of her father in Norse mythology, and how this all goes horribly wrong for and because of Loki. Also, a discussion about chess and Alice in Wonderland, all with our very special guest, Gramma (Susie Fulmer).

Persephone

May 16, 2018 04:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MB

This week, we talk about the story of Persephone, and how it relates to Junegee's least favorite character on Mt. Olympus. Also, the question of the week is an origin story for a popular idiom, and we close out with a clip from Rosemary Clooney.

The Vile Village

May 06, 2018 04:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MB

This week, we talk about the latest in the misadventures of the Baudelaire children, this time with a bunch of crow-worshipping rule-sticklers. We also answer our question of the week in a couple of different ways, and a balloon-themed outro.

The Hobbit

April 29, 2018 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MB

This week, for our 20th episode, we talk Tolkien, specifically the journey of Bilbo and a bunch of dwarves to get the loot back from the dragon Smaug. Comparisons between the books and movie(s) are quick to follow. Also, a reader question right up Junegee's alley about Greek Mythology.

Thor's Big Day (Sort Of)

April 22, 2018 04:00 - 22 minutes - 10.5 MB

Today, we talk about the circumstances surrounding Thor nearly marrying a Jötunn, quick takes on both Harry Potter and Narnia via our question of the week, and Junegee builds excitement for next week's episode.

Athena

April 15, 2018 04:00 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MB

This week, we talk about Athena, who, despite her faults, is still way better than Zeus, as Junegee is happy to point out. Plus, we answer a prehistoric question of the week, and see if Junegee can make it 2 weeks in a row without bursting out in uncontrollable laughter.

The Ersatz Elevator

April 08, 2018 04:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MB

This week, we're back with Lemony Snicket to talk about the 6th book in A Series of Unfortunate Events, The Ersatz Elevator. We discuss the differences between the book and the tv series, some fish-themed restaurants, and cover this week's question of the week without Junegee spontaneously bursting out in uncontrolled laughter.

A Wrinkle In Time

March 25, 2018 04:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MB

In this week's special episode about A Wrinkle In Time, we talk about the differences between the book and the movie that recently came out. Also, we reconsider the name for our question of the week feature, as Junegee completely loses it.

Immortality in a Nutshell

March 18, 2018 04:00 - 21 minutes - 9.71 MB

This week, we talk about a Norse mythology hunting trip that goes horribly wrong, including a nut with very special characteristics. Also, we answer this week's listener mailbag question, and tease next week's conversation about A Wrinkle In Time.

Mad Cow Hermes

March 10, 2018 05:00 - 28 minutes - 12.9 MB

This week, we talk about Hermes stealing a flock of cattle as a baby, and the events that ensue. Also, we unveil our new listener mailbag feature, and hear Junegee laugh at Dylan's bad joke.

The Austere Academy

March 04, 2018 05:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MB

How appropriate that our 13th episode would again be about the Baudelaire orphans. Find out how the Baudelaires endured the unpleasant Prufrock Preparatory School and the new evil gym coach, Coach Genghis, aka Count Olaf.

The Mead of Poetry

February 25, 2018 05:00 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MB

This week, we talk about how a sorceress' lust for gold started a war and gave us poetry. You will also see how Odin is as good at running off with women as Zeus is. Finally, a quick shout out to a song from Coco.

The Crimes of Zeus

February 17, 2018 05:00 - 21 minutes - 9.83 MB

This week, we continue the conversation about what a horrible God Zeus is, this time, specifically to Hera and Heracles. Also, we touch on how things would be better if there were a Queen of the Gods instead of the selfish King Zeus.

The Miserable Mill

February 10, 2018 05:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MB

This episode, we are talking about Book 4 in A Series of Unfortunate Events, The Miserable Mill. If you like hypnotism, the lumber industry, and sinister plots, then this episode for you.

Who's Afraid of Fenris Wolf?

February 04, 2018 05:00 - 24 minutes - 11 MB

This week, we're back with another Norse Mythology episode, where both Frey and Odin realize that decisions they'd each made came back to haunt them in a big way.

The Gods are Jerks

January 28, 2018 05:00 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MB

This week, we have 3 stories from Greek Mythology, each of which show that the Gods are the worst. Appearances by Salmoneus, Hephaestus, Aphrodite, Ares, Prometheus, Hestia, and the God we love to hate: Zeus. Topics include jealousy, the patriarchy and Korean food.

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