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Writer and comics artist Jodie Troutman is here to talk about the Oz books by L. Frank Baum. Along the way, we take a massive tangent about Grand Admiral Thrown, we discuss Oz’s glorious trans princess, and the creating your own version of the MCU through sheer bloodymindedness. Signature Cocktail: the Polychrome Why stay home when you can kick down the door to a brand new universe? 1 1/2oz gin 1/3oz lemon juice 4oz sparkling cider 1 dash orange bitters Pinch of cinnamon Combine ingredients except cider in a shaker full of ice, shake vigorously and strain into a cocktail glass, then top up with cider. Follow Jodie on Twitter at @LongTallJodie, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Senior Reporter for Decider.com and host of Must Have Seen TV podcast Brett White returns to the Math of You. Along the course of this conversation, we discuss having eyes too blue for Doris Day, having your military specialty be Irving Berlin, and gently uncovering the hidden stories of your gay elders. Signature Cocktail: The Hayden Rorke Guaranteed to put the genie back into your bottle. 1 1/4oz orange curaçao 1 1/4oz orange juice 1/4oz gin 1/4oz brandy  Orange bitters Rinse glass with bitters. Shake ingredients with ice to combine. Strain into a prepared glass. . Follow Brett on Twitter at @BrettWhite, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Co-host of the Unfriendly Black Hotties Kamille Washington is here to talk about Mortal Kombat. Along the way, we discuss finding your queer woman root in Outworld, getting your teachers to care about Mortal Monday, and the perfect fusion of art and commerce. Signature Cocktail: the Mileena Who cares if you started as a palette swap? Do your own thing, and do it with a smile. 3/4oz bourbon 3/4oz green chartreuse 3/4oz Campari 3/4oz lemon juice Combine ingredients in a shaker full of ice, shake vigorously and strain into a cocktail glass. Follow Kamille on Twitter at @thatblasiangirl, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Archaeologist and comedian KC Martin-Stone is here to talk about well, archaeology, and Australian wildlife. Along the way, we discuss the times when nature is too beautiful to be tasteful, how to scream with your mouth closed, and how the flies may be bad, but the butterflies are good. Signature Cocktail: the Wandering Crackle If you’re going to go, make sure to leave a well-pickled corpse, for future generations. 3/4oz spiced rum 3/4oz chocolate liqueur 3/4oz coconut rum 1/3oz cream 1/3oz coconut cream 1/4oz chocolate syrup Cocoa powder for garnish Combine ingredients in a shaker full of ice, shake vigorously and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with cocoa powder. Follow KC on Twitter at @KCMartinStone, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Writer, musician and Associate Editorial Director for Planned Parenthood Seb Deken is here to discuss opera and classical music. Along the way, we discuss the dangers of graduation neckgear, what pizza chain to eat at before the symphony, and music that runs the gamut from Stupid to Inexplicable. Signature Cocktail: the Madame Mao Let me be a grain of sand in heaven’s eye, and I shall taste eternal joy. For the Simple Syrup 1/2cup water 1/2cup sugar 1/2inch fresh ginger, sliced 3 springs rosemary For the drink: 3oz grapefruit juice 1oz rosemary ginger syrup 3oz sparkling water rosemary for garnish Build cocktail ingredients over ice, and stir. Garnish with sprig of rosemary. Follow Seb on Twitter at @sebsational, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sociologist Kai McKinney and Megan Boba of Garden Plots with Skeletor & the NXT Wrestling Fan are here to discuss, of all things, this show. Along the way, we discuss how to fake like you know a thing, sports stories told by old people in barber shops, and how to accept a gift. Sadly, this is only half an episode, due to technical issues, but I'll have Kai and Bob back soon. Signature Cocktail: the Ward Nine The other eight wards were too secret to be released.  2oz Irish Whiskey 3/4oz orange juice 3/4oz lemon juice 1/4oz simple syrup 1/6oz grenadine 1 egg white  Shake all ingredients without ice, then add ice and shake again until combined. Strain into chilled glass.  Follow Megan Bob on Twitter at @meganbobness, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comic book writer & cohost of War Rocket Ajax, Apocrypals, Sailor Business & Xena Warrior Business Chris Sims is here to discuss Mickey’s Christmas Carol & A Charlie Brown Christmas. Along the way, we discuss what to call a McFlurry that doesn’t flurry, St Paul Minnesota’s famous two-and-a-half-foot tall sadness wall, and the only ethical fantasticatrillionaire. If you want to hear the War Rocket Ajax Christmas Draft Special with Matt Fraction & John Darnielle, go here: https://warrocketajax.libsyn.com/episode-528-the-christmas-mix-draftacular-f-john-darnielle-and-matt-fraction We also mention Chris’ episode of Into It with Elle Collins where he talks about Christmas. Go listen here: http://intoitpodcasts.com/podcast/2014/12/15/into-it-9-christmas-with-chris-sims Signature Cocktail: the French 75 A new year, a fresh start, and staying the fuck c GInnai home, goddamnit. 1 1/2oz gin 1 1/2tsp powdered sugar 1/2oz lemon juice 2 1/2oz brut champagne Combine lemon and sugar in base of shaker until combined. Add gin and shake with ice. Strain into chilled glass and add champagne.  Follow Chris on Twitter at @theisb, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Co-host of Jemjammer & I Will Fight You Annie Craton is here to discuss Rankin-Bass Christmas specials. Along the way, we discuss the dangers of falling asleep near an elf who wants to be a dentist, the ultimate darkest-timeline fate of becoming a librarian, and a Grant-Morrison-style romp across time & space… but it’s a reindeer chasing a baby.  Note: on this episode we talk a lot about the recent I Will Fight You episode, which can be found here: https://www.crookedrussiancam.horse/updates/iwfy35 Signature Cocktail: the Winterbolt May your hooves be quick, your turns be sharp, and your nose be glowing. 1oz bourbon 3/4oz tawny port 1/2oz honey 1/2oz cream 1 egg yolk Freshly grated nutmeg, to garnish Combine all ingredients in a shaker without ice, and dry shake to emulsify. Add ice and shake hard. Strain into a frozen cocktail glass, and garnish with nutmeg.   Follow Annie on Twitter at @anniezard, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Podcaster and writer Al Kennedy is here to discuss Star Trek: the Next Generation. Along the way, we discuss strategies for shoplifting Sigur Ros CDs, debate the HR strategies for dealing with a Jellicoe, and we sing the praises of one Lieutenant Commander Worf. Signature Cocktail: the Bat’leth  When you enter a bar, do so with your eyes open, and scream, to let them know a warrior is coming. 1oz bourbon 1oz Jagermeister 1oz sweet vermouth Citrus peel garnish Combine in a rocks glass with ice and stir until combined. Garnish with a citrus peel.   Follow Al on Twitter at @housetoastonish, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lucas is still unpacking from his move (patreon.com/lokified), so please enjoy these extra bits from Episode 99 with the lovely Kate Racculia. Follow Kate on Twitter at @kateracculia, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.  If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lucas is moving this week (patreon.com/lokified), so please enjoy these extra bits from Episode 100 with the lovely Margaret H. Willison. Follow Margaret on Twitter at @MrsFridayNext, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.   If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Actor and cohost of Smash Fiction and the Garden Plots With Skeletor podcasts Dan Mulkerin returns to the Math of You. Along the course of this conversation, we discuss how Secret Wars was the original Smash Fiction, how it’s a really bad idea to promise Spider-man free hot-dogs for life, and how Bok Choy is for closers. Signature Cocktail: The Nosy Parker Whether you’re a threat or a menace, here’s a drink to steel your nerves. 2oz irish whiskey 1/2oz Benedictine D.O.M. 1/2oz Extra Dry Vermouth citrus twist, for garnish Shake ingredients with ice to combine. Strain into a champagne coupe. Garnish with citrus twist . Follow Dan on Twitter at @danmulkerin, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Librarian, wrestling podcaster and expectant parent Emily Fear is here to discuss made-for-TV movies and after school specials. Along the way, we discuss the situations in which out your Yinzer would come, we take a surprisingly deep dive into the ownership of a jar of buttons, and how a TV movie with no budget can fall ass-backwards into fashion verisimilitude. Signature Cocktail: the Shelby A hazy drink that’ll have people dying to join you. 2oz bourbon 1oz cold brew coffee liqueur 1oz pineapple juice 1/2oz lime juice 3oz ginger beer Combine bourbon, coffee liqueur, pineapple juice, and lime juice in an shaker with ice and shake until combined. Strain into a double rocks glass and top up with ginger beer. Garnish with a wedge of lime.   Follow Emily on Twitter at @forkedpgh, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Podcaster, eggnog enthusiast and DM Jeff Stormer is here to discuss the Muppet Show. Along the way, we discuss the forbidden energy of just winging it, the majesty that Swan Lake gains when you add a pig mask, and how Kermit the Frog is the stage manager we all aspire to be. Signature Cocktail: the Heifetz Easy, pal, you’re liable to hurt yourself. Drink like you’re not getting paid. 2oz gold rum 1oz brandy 2oz orange juice 1 1/2oz lemon juice 1/2oz orgeat syrup 1 cup crushed ice Combine all ingredients in an electric blender and pulse until combined. Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a hibiscus.   Follow Jeff on Twitter at @DexDynamo & @partyofonepod, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cohost of Smash Fiction and the NXT Wrestling Fan podcasts and Hugo-award-winning fanfic writer Megan Bob returns to the Math of You. Along the course of this conversation, we discuss the odd cosmology of Dragon Jesus, porn cathedrals and the Sindarin word for blowjob, and we sit in the moment when we all had a crush on Trent Lane. Signature Cocktail: The Draco A drink to put fire in your belly, an edge on your teeth, and love into your heart. 1oz tequila (or mezcal if you can get it) 3/4oz Aperol 1/2oz maraschino liqueur  3/4oz lime juice citrus twist, for garnish Shake ingredients with ice to combine. Strain into a champagne coupe. Garnish with citrus twist . Follow Megan Bob on Twitter at @MeganBobNess, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Podcaster and writer Jo Thornely is here to discuss MASH, among many other things. Along the way, we discuss the path from wilderness boat child to hip hop podium dancer to colourblind art teacher, the interconnecting dangers of art and serial killers, and the people management lessons of one Hot Lips Houlihan. Signature Cocktail: the Hot Lips Contains the doctor’s recommended daily dose of all the power you need to keep kicking against the pricks. 1 1/4oz Speyside Scotch 1oz Tawny Port 1/2oz sweet vermouth 2 dashes Peychaud’s bitters Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigourously and strain into a martini glass.   Follow Jo on Twitter at @JoThornely, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Podcaster and punk rocker Matt Fisher is here to discuss straight edge punk and hardcore. Along the way, we discuss becoming a musical scuba diver in the home of meth and skeeball, what to do when your imaginary friend writes you the perfect album about wrestling, and the shows made powerful by the experience of tasting your own blood. Signature Mocktail: the Foreign Object Whip your head around a little, get blood on the front row. 3oz ginger beer 3oz cranberry juice juice of 1/2 a lime Sprig of mint, for garnish Combine all ingredients over a big chunk of ice in a highball glass. Garnish with a sprig of mint. Follow Matt on Twitter at @MattMoment, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Podcaster and co-creator of Two Bossy Dames Margaret H. Willison returns to the Math of You. Along the course of this conversation, we discuss how to feel affronted ownership for a house you don’t own, a cautionary tale about the crossover of new and old media that is buying stamps through instagram, and the joys of old age, such as gracious vulnerability and spitting. Signature Cocktail: The Bossy Dame Impeccable discernment, insouciant charm… effervescent bubbles. 1 1/2oz botanical gin 1 1/2oz sweet vermouth 1/4oz grand marnier  1/4oz amaro Montenegro  1 dash Angostura bitters Seltzer or club soda Pineapple wedge (garnish) Stir ingredients in an ice-filled glass to combine. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice, and top up with soda. Garnish with pineapple wedge. Follow Margaret on Twitter at @mrsfridaynext, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this special crossover episode, Elle Collins, JoJo Seames and Andrew Ihla, the hosts of The Invisible Ray podcast join Lucas to talk about their early memories of cinema and 1948’s The Red Shoes. Along the course of this conversation, we discuss how you should just let kids see dinosaurs eat people, movies that make you cuss and yell syllables at the screen, and the greatest unspoken “motherfucker” in all of film. Signature Cocktail: The Lermentov A great impression of simplicity can only be achieved by great agony of body and spirit. Or spirits, as the case may be. 1 1/2oz bourbon 1/4oz apricot brandy 3/4oz punt y mes 1 dash Angostura bitters Combine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir to combine. Strain into a champagne coupe and garnish with a twist. Follow Elle on Twitter at @AnotherElle, JoJo at @JoJoSeames, Andrew at @AndrewIhla, the Invisible Ray at @invisibleraypod, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Author Kate Racculia returns to the Math of You. Along the course of this conversation, we discuss The Westing Game as Intro To Murder Mystery 101, the Sliding Bracket of Cool Retro In Teen Films, and how everything, if you let it, comes back to Highlander. Signature Cocktail: The Sandy McSouthern Relax, sit back and coast down some purple waves. Like all good things, can also be finished with a twist. 2oz botanical gin 1/2oz Campari 1/2oz punt y mes  1/2oz sweet vermouth 1 dash orange bitters Citrus twist, for garnish Combine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir to combine. Strain into a champagne coupe and garnish with a twist. Follow Kate on Twitter at @KateRacculia, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.