Episode 33 Part One: The Goddamn Batman

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" Emerge from the shadows and listen to a couple of guys nerd out over a man in a batsuit. Yeah, they should be ashamed, but are they? Come on...you know better than that. 

In this episode, the guys break down the newest take on the Caped Crusader, "The Batman," in a way only the ManCave can. CraigMakk explains how he has perfected the art of projecting the projecting; Serious Jest admits that he absolutely meets the criteria of being a podcast co-host; and first-time special guest "Brian Brian" brings the all-new category of "Snow of the Show" like a goddamn gangster. In addition, you'll hear the guys discuss whether Riddler had adequate reasons to kill the upper class; dissect the ideas of vengeance versus hope versus justice; the theology of the Batman; plus, drink some pretty bad-ass alcoholic beverages and try to keep things on track (especially Brian...hard liquor is a rough mistress when podcasting). 

So, strap in, grab yourself a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" Because red filters on everything may not make a movie better, but it sure does make it look more red.

Beer(s) of the Show:

Trillium King-Sized Coconut Truffle Stout - 9%

Hennessy Master Blender's & Larceny Bourbon

AleSong A Touch of Brette Galaxy Farmhouse Ale - 7.2%

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ManCave at Midnight- Book 2: Psalms, Chapter 2

Welcome back to "ManCave at Midnight," brought to you by the creators of the world-famous* "Live from the ManCave!!!" podcast! Seriously, for such a small town, there sure are a lot of secrets. Sounds like just the place for people who like this podcast! 

In the second chapter of episode 2, the guys continue to tear into Book 2: Psalms. Throughout their conversation, CraigMakk shows off his insufferable 'I listen to lyrics and say semi-insightful things' schtick once again; Serious Jest takes another opportunity to make everyone uncomfortable by sharing what makes a 'Serious Jest-kind of lady;' and very special (now pretty much a regular) guest Mork is once again way too smart for these guys by actually sharing educated thoughts on the directorial magic of this show (why he wastes his time with these guys, no one will ever know). And they obviously continue to imbibe outstanding alcoholic beverages. So, strap in, grab yourself a beer, and welcome back to "ManCave at Midnight!" And be glad you're not going to hell like these two. 

*not actually world-famous 

Beer(s) of the Show:

- Doc's Pear Hard Apple Cider - 5.5% ABV

 - Free Will Brewing's Ponder the Orb IPA - 7.1% ABV

-Ohishi Whisky 10 Year Brandy-Aged - 41.7% ABV

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Episode 31 Part Five: The WeedHead Comes to Town!!!

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" The guys continue their dive into weed culture by bringing an actual expert on...and quickly realize they're out of their depth. So they bring back the video game talk to sound smart again! 

In this episode, the guys bring a very special guest onto the show to educate them on all things weed: Dasheeda Dawson of "The WeedHead"! Listen as Dasheeda shares all about how she started "The WeedHead," where her expertise in cannabis came from, and how weed is a magical substance handed down directly from the gods themselves. CraigMakk will celebrate that someone finally agrees with him about modern Eddie Murphy; Serious Jest delves deep into his (admittedly shallow) understanding of Crypto; and Dasheeda lets you know her innermost thoughts about Ryan Reynolds (SPOILER ALERT: they're NSFW). Throughout it all, you'll learn why some people think Robert Pattison is good at being rich & white; learn what exactly a "wunt" is; and listen to the guys nerd out about their favorite video games, books (yes, they read), and whether they want to ever leave the house again. So strap in, grab yourself a beer (or some quality weed), and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"

Beer(s)/Weed of the Show: 

Abnormal Beer Company's Sugar Spice Nice

2018 Goose Island's Bourbon County Brand Stout

50% Bubba Kush (15% CBD) mixed with 

25% Lemon Brulee & 25% Super-Double Diesel

Notes from the ManCave!!!

- Want to check out more of Dasheeda's joint? Go to Chill.Store/TheWeedHead for some amazing products!

- Interested in checking out Sestonn's outstanding "Vampire: The Masquerade" RPG on YouTube? Check it out over here and let us know what you think!

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Episode 31 Part Two: The Robot Orgy

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" Wait, we're only on the third topic? And they have HOW MANY left to go?? Oh crap, I think we're going to be doing this for a long, long time...

In this episode, the guys continue their wild banter over 'fun stuff' from last year, so maybe you'll learn something. But probably not. You'll hear all about how Jest's favorite book is the Netflix series; CraigMakk explains why Jackie Robinson's best performance was in Tenet; you'll learn about Jest's secret body count; become a beta tester for Sadomasochism: The Game; all while listening to the guys get ever drunker still. And don't think this is ending anytime soon...you know better than to think such foolishness. So strap in, grab yourself a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"

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Episode 31 Part One: Un Poco Loco

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" It's been a little while, so you're probably a little rusty with the rules. Just take a seat and you'll be taken care of in the order in which you arrived. 

They guys haven't done a proper LftMC episode in a bit, so they had a whole lot to talk about. I hope you took a bathroom break before you got here. In this episode, you'll hear a seemingly non-ironic discussion about why they're more refined with their drinking these days; learn how Pixar movies and Borat can be brought up in the same sentence, (again, without irony); dig deep into their love of songs that glorify the special insanity brought on by the global pandemic; and much more. All while listening to the guys discuss some pretty legitimate beer options to get yourself drunk. And this is just Part One. So strap in, grab yourself a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" 

Beer(s) of the Show:

Three 3's ThriceCream with Chocolate Cookie Pieces

WeldWerks Puesta del Sol Vienna Style Lager

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Live from the MCU!!! Episode Seven: Round One to Infinity

Welcome back to "Live from the MCU!!!" Yes, it's been a while. Blame COVID, blame the holidays, but most of all, blame CraigMakk. It's what real men like Serious Jest do anyway. 

In this episode, the guys take you on a wild ride to try and take down the Guardians of the Galaxy. And if you've been following along with the show so far, you probably already know how this is going to end up. That doesn't make it any easier for GameMaster Jim Sardonic, who has to try to keep these guys in check. But things will truly go off the rails once the new toxins come into play, that's for sure. 

ManCave Trivia Time: Do you know what the first ManCave-distributed beer will be called (if it ever happens)? Or how to calculate the diameter of a constantly shifting building? Or the ultimate weakness of Drax the Destroyer? Two of the three of those questions might be answered in this episode! So strap in, grab yourself a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the MCU!!!" Because no matter what else happens, these two CERTAINLY aren't the supervillains you're looking for, Obi-Wan.

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Episode 30 Part Six: Who is the Mysterious Snorter?!

Welcome back to Part 30 of "Live from the ManCave!!!" The guys invite a couple of special guests in the ManCave for their brand new bit, "Old to the New," and one superhero hides in the shows. You may never see him, but you sure will hear him! Get ready for part one of "Old to the New," a new ManCave bit where the guys discuss their favorites from 2019 and most anticipated of 2020 for each of the following categories: TV shows, video games, mobile apps, and comic universe character.

In this episode, CraigMakk will introduce you to his favorite video game ever, "CraigMakk: The Game"; Serious Jest explains why he looks up to CraigMakk as his anti-racism educating Big Brother; Special Guest GabeGonzo proves he's the ultimate eternal beta tester; Special Guest Luimbe puts everyone to shame with his ability to break down complex social issues and topics through multiple media fronts...on someone else's podcast; Wacker and Proudstar make a surprise visit to the FanCave and show off their best impersonations of Triumph the Insult Comic Dog; plus, uncover why Jest hates bad cartography in his games; educate yourself on how to hide your political views and conversations from "The Man"; cringe in horror as "physical excitement" for Margot Robbie is finally dethroned by the Black Widow herself; listen to some quality poetry; celebrate some all-new ManCave First Evers; all while learning about some outstanding beers that will surely get you drunk while you try (and fail) to adequately home-school your children and forget what day of the week it is during the COVID Quarantine. So strap in, grab yourself a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!: Social Distancing Episode!"

Beer(s) of the Show:

Anchorage Brewing The Turning Shape Belgian Style Triple

Barrier Brewing's Great Experiment Vol 4 Honor IPA

Two Roads Two Die For Raspberry Chocolate Stout

Evil Genius #Adulting IPA

Notes from the ManCave!!!

- Want to join in the fun with the guys live? Join the LftMC!!! Discord server by clicking here!

- Stay tuned to this link for a final list of the "Old to the New" winners (to be added soon).

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Episode 29 Part Seven: It's So Hard To Say Goodbye

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" In this final installment of the spookiest episode of the year, the guys decide to talk about video games!! But they've been going at it for hours now, so get ready for some hardcore drunkenness.

In this episode, CraigMakk explains why he really hates video game cheaters, or just Fortnite….or possibly both(?); Serious Jest does his absolute best "The Count" impression, and you're going to love it; plus you'll hear an in-depth breakdown of killing zombies in Days Gone; learn about the FaZe Jarvis banning heard round the playground; and hear some Serious (Jest) Talk about Life, Death, and Love that will break your heart. Plus don't forget about the beers, because they certainly won't. So strap in, grab yourself a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" They came, they saw, they kicked the internet's ass.

Beer(s) of the Show

Listermann Brewing Company's Untitled Art Wisconsin Stout

Brotherton IPA

Live from the FanCave!!!

-Even though this is the last episode, it doesn't have to end. Join the LftMC Discord server by clicking here and join in the fun every day!

-Want to learn more about the FaZe Jarvis lifetime ban story? Click here to find out more.

- Click here to show some love to Serious Jest's never forgotten English Bulldog, Ariel.

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Episode 28 Part Two: You Drunk My Battleship!!!

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!," where the holidays never truly end as long as it's still cold outside. And if you live anywhere in North America, holy CRAP, is it friggin' cold outside!

In this episode, CraigMakk continues his heroic ability to control his own self-inflicted "safe word"; Jest proves himself a podcast rookie when it comes to mic technique; and the guys deconstruct a nearly 80 year old apparent Christmas tradition of peer pressuring women via song and mysterious drinks. Also, welcome to the brand new Christmas tradition of ManCave Battleship, which you will surely be playing for years on end with your children and grandchildren! Okay, maybe not. But CraigMakk & Serious Jest sure will, and screw you, because this is their podcast. Oh, and prepare to hear about a ton of incredible holiday beers, because....why, not, am I right? So strap in, grab yourself a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!", holiday-style!

Beer(s) of the Show: 

Flying Monkeys Chocolate Manifesto Triple Chocolate Milk Stout

Dogfish Head Mixed Media "Saison-esque" Ale

Treehouse Brewing Julius American IPA

Notes from the ManCave!!!

-As always, you can check out the ManCave Discord server over here.

-Show the Holderness family's "Cold Outside/Consent Song" some love by clicking here.

-Or you can check out the creepy original by clicking here...if you're into that sort of thing.

-If ManCave Battleship was your thing, you can always go back and listen to all the "LftMC!!!" insanity throughout 2018 by clicking here!

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Episode 27 Part Nine - The Nightmare Is Over

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" Dear god, it's a friggin' Christmas miracle. The Nightmare is finally over. All good and bad things must come to an end, and this gargantuan episode is no exception. Now go spend some time with your families, you animals.

 In this episode, CraigMakk invents the Internet for Drunks and then destroys it to protect us all; Serious Jest rates video games by their ability to be played by a wife; and the guys finish up their abruptly ended video game-themed discussion (thanks, Carla). You'll hear tons of video game reviews, discussions about the benefits of being a ManCave intern (Spoiler Alert: you do NOT have to texture map horse testicles), an insane amount of talk about the cutting-edge new release called Monopoly, and for some reason a weird discussion about going on a One Tree Hill binge. Oh, and you'll get your requisite beers talked about and/or drunk. This one had to end eventually, it might as well be today. Happy Halloweegivingsmas! So strap in, grab a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" 

Beer of the Show: 

Bar Harbor Brewing Thunder Hole Ale

Notes from the ManCave!!!:

- Join the ManCave Discord server here to interact with the show.

- Share your thoughts and suggestions for ManCave Game Night, Money-Opoly, and more through Twitter or email.

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Episode 26 Part Two: Caution, Angry Gamers

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" If you thought the guys were a bunch of nerds before, wow, are you in for a rude awakening. They couldn't geek out any more if they tried. It's a miracle they actually suckered women into having kids with them.

In this part two episode, the guys really dig into the whole mixed media thing by expanding their entertainment horizons. You'll learn about how Google sucks at naming their "non-porn" video sites, and then you'll hear a WHOLE lot about video games. And goblins. And superheroes. And mythological demigods. And robots. And 14th century Czechoslovakian women (yeah, I was confused as well...). Plus stay tuned for some sweet multiplayer gaming options to safely kill your friends in. And stick around for the beer, because you know they'll mention that a few hundred times. Seriously, they might actually have a problem. So grab a beer, strap in, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"
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Episode Twenty-Five Part Three - Check out the Gamer Nerds!

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" As Episode 25 comes to a conclusion, a couple of nerds decide to nerd out about some truly nerdy stuff. We're talking VIDEO GAMES today, son!!!

In this episode, the guys talk about all the video games they have been playing since they last recorded together. And since it's been a long break, there's been a LOT of video games. In a return to a more customary length episode, get ready to hear all about VR, horror games, competitive and cooperative multiplayer, and in-depth tactics and strategies used to defeat the Lord of the...nahhh, just kidding about that last one. But all the other stuff is true. I DID mention they were a couple of nerds, right? So go grab your favorite controller and a beer, strap in, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"