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This week, we’ve got some bad news out of Japan that could very well spell trouble for the entire world and some very, very bad takes from some movie critics. Also of note is an update on the cultural dog piling on Russia. I’m sure there’s more but I’m on a phone trying to post this episode, so.

Last week we made the executive decision to not discuss Russia’s invasion of the Ukraine, largely because it hadn’t happened yet when we were recording. This week, we decide to not discuss the warfare aspect as it seemed distasteful. What we are talking about is the absolute dogpiling on Russia that’s taking place across the world and internet. Also, John finally figures out what...

Look, there’s a lot going on in the world today and it’s definitely rubbing up against the Zeitgeist. Normally, we love stuff like that, but at this particular time, we here at Zero Credit(s) do not feel adequately equipped to discuss war, other than to say, it’s bad and those who start wars should not be supported. So instead of getting bogged down in things that are over our he...

Six years in the making, 249 episodes in the mainline series, it is time for Zero Credit(s) to enter its next phase. Episode 250 is a return to form and an unleashing of raw, pent up frustration of the state of the world through the lens of critiquing commercials. That time honored Zero Credit(s) pass time of reviewing Big Game commercials is here, along with some general talk of the future. Henry...

It’s Oscars time again and boy are trying to care. Why not talk about things a little more relevant like trying to buy a home while being a millennial. It’s tough. Investment properties are taking up all the homes. Also Spirit and Frontier Airlines are merging. Lots of fun and so much shade is thrown this episode of Zero Credit(s). Next episode is 250. Stay tuned for how it all begins...

Texas being iced over doesn’t mean the podcast can stop, so we’re rolling right along in our continuing coverage of the spotify battleground that is Neil Young vs Joe Rogan. A lot has happened since we first covered this story last week, but who will come out the victor in this battle of titans? Also, a bunch of surprising guests are joining the fray. I wonder what the world will look...

The ZC Boys 23 years after its U.S. debut, Fight Club is available to stream in China via the platform Tencent Video, only this version is just a slightly tad different. Also, a fight is breaking out over Spotify. In one corner, a man who needs no introduction, for no one cares who he is. In the other corner, a man that ostensibly we should know but sadly do not. Who’s going to win – a...

The Zero Credit(s) boys are back at it with following up on new developments to old stories previously covered on the podcast. Vulture published a new article covering Joss Whedon’s fall from grace, but in what light does it paint the once-famed showrunner? Also big moves in the world of video games as companies keep eating one another – who will win the console wars and why is it Taco...

Henry’s brain is back this week to carry the bulk of this episode for better or worse. What he planned to talk about? The Dwayne Johnson vs Vin Diesel beef. What they end up talking about? A girl who sells farts in jars has a heart attack and has to retire. So it might be for the worse. Who knows? We cover it all here on Zero Credit(s), and we mean it all.

It’s the first episode of 2022 and Henry’s been shot…with the booster that is and boy is he feeling just all sorts of out it. Can John cobble together a coherent enough episode while Henry is flailing in the wings? Who knows? We’ve got an update in the Elizabeth Holmes story, some late breaking Venomverse news, and a little look back on a series of movies that has held up o...

Today is the final day of the year and on this day, we reflect on the top ten categories of said year to determine the best and worst things in each category. Why do we do this? To give us insight on whether the year was a good or a bad to place it within the confines of our meager human existence. 2021 is ending now. If you start listening to this episode at 9:20pm, you’ll be able to finish...

Well, the nights are growing…somehow warmer, here in Texas, but longer all the same. The Honda Days are upon us and in that revelry, we have a very fun news of the weird local piece to regale you with, hopefully. We then pivot briefly into a feel good story of nature before devolving back into Spider-Man talk. Next episode will be Best/Worst 2021, so buckle up and get ready, cause it’s...

As we continue to trudge forward in the No Man’s Land between Thanksgiving and New Years, we come across a number of mass layoffs in different industries that just don’t sit right with us. Henry and John are incensed against this kind of thing, especially at this time of year, so let’s listen to them simmer and stir up their anger while trying to remain professional (doesn’...

We’re in it folks – that time of the year when legally we should be able to just coast but the world keeps turning and asking things of us even though they won’t get done well into the new year. What do we do with wasteland energy? How do we weather this desolate landscape? We don’t have the answer, but we’ll sure talk about it at length with no real conclusions. The...

Well, this is it. The end of the podcast (in November). Yep, after all this time, we’re finally at the end of our recording sessions (that take place in the month of November). What a way to go out, too. We’ve got so much (not) hard hitting news stories to cover, like a funny misunderstanding on Fox News and the anniversary of the death of Quibi. Let us all take a moment to reflect on...

As the nights grow long, the need for content grows stronger. To that end, we’re here for you with the latest in the ongoing feud between Vin Diesel and Dwayne Johnson. That’s right, every update, we are here for you to dive deep into every little detail and talk way too much about it. We also have some local Austin news that made waves on the internet in the way of a new academic inst...

The sleepover over, it’s time to get back to business and cover what’s going on in the world in all its bad glory. The once-thought-canceled Morbius movie has a trailer and release date now, all but solidifying the Venomverse as a thing that exists. Texas is stirring in the news as it tries to ban every progressive book dating back to the 1960s. Political dog whistle inside jokes are b...

Published author Andrew Gretes joins us to cap off a season of spooky summoning to discuss in finality what to do about Brad, the difference between writing and being a writer, and the nature of the things we talk about here on Zero Credit(s). Also discussed, a final verdict on what demons and people who have been to hell think about Chris Pratt voicing Mario in an ill-begotten Super Mario movie a...

Our third demon guest of the season pays the ZCPC boys a visit to alleviate some of their Brad woes. Why won’t he notice John or even acknowledge that John exists? Sigh. Jellies and Jams abound as we learn even more of the demon world of hell and all its cultural differences before getting to know our demon guest on a personal level. Laughs and learning, the world keeps turning. I don’...

The sleep over continues and woes of Brad fill John’s mind. Why won’t he talk to John?  It doesn’t make any sense. With thoughts of why, we summon our second demon of the season to get to the truth of the matter, only to find that the truth might be tricky than we thought. Lies abound as well as the eternal origin and fate of all camels on this week’s episode of Zero Credit...

The month-long sleep over is finally underway, and with the movies watched and the age-appropriate drinks drank’ed, it’s time for the first of four witching hours to commence. Henry and John have a deep need to get some answers from the spiritual world. Is “pick” short for “plectrum?” This is how we find out – by summoning demon Jeff, who’s had to ge...

Gather ’round and hear the tale of the cryptocurrency hamster, a mythical creature that can day trade crypto better than the indexes or even Warren Buffet. Yes, Mr. Gox, the cryptocurrency trading hamster is our greatest attraction today. But that’s not all! Nintendo’s stirring up some internet news with the announcement of their hand-picked cast for the Super Mario Movie heading...

The Emmys happened this past weekend and boy are there things to discuss. I’m taking a mental health day, so there’s not more I can say than that lol.

We’re back on track with Henry at the wheel for this week’s episode of Zero Credit(s) and the first stop is Taco Bell. Henry’s never had Taco Bell before, and John’s very interested in talking about that. Is the Crunch Wrap Supreme too dry, or Henry just a failure at eating Taco Bell? The world may legitimately never know. Then it’s on to the big question of the week...

Henry’s having a tough week at work, so John’s in charge of the content for this episode. See if you can spot the difference! Several weeks ago, John made a promise. The context being he might be a super-taster, he promised to taste a Nintendo Switch cartridge. Well folks, he finally makes good on that promise. Will John taste anything at all, or will he taste literally the most disgus...