Mao was a Mensch

2.3 - Bojangles Hard Sweet Tea - "What do you mean the union that protects you from Kidnapping Charges"

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 14:08:56 GMT

Down a Nathan, but still rollin' as usual, the gang tries Bojangles Hard Sweet Tea and covers Zelda and the SAG Strike

2.2 - Moxie - A trip to Yankeeland

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 14:00:35 GMT

The Gang takes an unfortunate trip to the Northeast (metaphorically speaking) to try a rather unique drink called Moxie. Current events which are long out of date are discussed.

2.1 - Pabst Blue Ribbon -- Playful Balloon Reconnaissance

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 18:34:29 GMT

With special guest, our new editor Ivy, the Gang makes their triumphal return drinking the most famous (or infamous) of light beers. A balloon makes its way across the country, and memories of a certain boat blocking the Suez are reikindled. Also Oscars, and all the usual shit you come to expect.

Bonus Episode 1 - The Kanto Design Roundtable

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:26:14 GMT

Abby and Nathan hop on to talk designs of each of the 151 Pokemon in the very first generation, found in Japan versions Red/Green, the Red/Blue international releases, and Yellow! The video (edited by the producer, Ivy) can be found in another post very soon!

16 -- Strongbow Cider -- The RiG Manifesto

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 17:40:21 GMT

This is it! The long awaited episode where we answer the age old question: Does Rorschach is Gay? The rumor come out. Featuring special guest Rants!

15 -- Dragon's Milk -- Old Vidya

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 19:40:04 GMT

The Gang discusses their favorite Video Games and share their thoughts on the rapid decline of M. Night Shyamalan's career. Listening to this episode will age you two years for ever 30 min listened.

14 -- The IPA Vendetta -- Bell's Two Hearted

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 22:14:28 GMT

In another Variety hour special, the gang delves into what is arguable the first "Quality" beer on the Podcast's history, though Abby has a few thoughts...

13 -- Stella Artois -- Vitamin D Deficiency (ft Maddie)

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 18:20:44 GMT

The Gang talks about hiking the Appalachian Trail with special guest and big fan Maddie. Cass laments her vitamin D definciency.

12 - Guinness - WE LOVE CHAINSAW MAN

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 11:03:54 GMT

The Gang ends up partially changing Cass's mind as they discuss a beloved Beer and a beloved Manga. Plenty of gushing over E3 and weeb shit, and complaints about Golf.

11 - King Cobra - The Mao was a Mensch 40oz Special!

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 21:24:55 GMT

The Gang channels their college days by going all in on 40s of King Cobra. Rorscharch is discussed again, as is E3, with several diversions along the way.

10-Smirnoff Ice-Thankfully not a Lost Episode

Mon, 31 May 2021 13:21:37 GMT

The Gang has Audio issues but overcomes them. Mike laments the state of open world gaming in 2021. Everyone weighs in on Invincible as spearheaded by Abby. Shoutout to Seattle.

8 - Fosters - The Mao was a Mensch Variety Hour (and a half)

Tue, 18 May 2021 11:53:30 GMT

The Gang, lacking a unifying theme, covers a wide range of topics in their longest episode yet, from Kanye to Transphobia. The most controversial beer so far is reviewed.

7 - Angry Orchard - HBOtchmen Prize Fight (ft. Zach)

Mon, 10 May 2021 11:02:00 GMT

The Gang laments the last episode from last week, Elliot and our special guest Zach get into a moderated debate over the merits of HBO's Watchmen. The Noid is mentioned to Mike's chagrin.

5 - White Claw - The Claw is Literally Law (ft. Courtney)

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 11:02:19 GMT

The Gang discusses their pets with our special guest host Courtney. They also get sidetracked 5 times and apply the labor theory of value to Chicken Wings.

4 - Pacifico - Hurm.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 10:58:26 GMT

The Gang does a not-so-deep dive into Rorschach (2020) and flexes their knowledge of comic history. Elon Musk is severely dunked on alongside Ayn Rand, and the intricacies of ships in a bottle are brought up.

3 - Miller High Life - Swamp Mensch

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 10:57:56 GMT

The Gang gets all philosophical for better or for worse. Questions of epistemology and what makes a good beer are asked and answered. Mike makes a terrible joke. Seances are considered in order to bring guests on.

2 - Modelo Especial - With Apologies to our Parents

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 20:40:35 GMT

The Gang tries Modelo Especial after gaining a new member. Abby and Nathan hijack the podcast to talk politics and our relatives are given some much needed cred.

1- Fat Tire - The Rusty Twinkie

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:30:14 GMT

The Gang reviews Fat Tire and remarks on pressing issues of our time such as sideways boat and 4:3 superheroes.