Cubicle Comrades

Michelle discusses the manslaughter trial of 'Rust' Armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed. To no one's surprise, Reg promptly derails things by talking about 'Young Sheldon.' Just kidding...he talks about an alternate reality in which Michelle is both a hotshot trial attorney and Batman. The two then riff on a terrible idea for a post-apocalyptic horror movie and, as usual, the recording software continu...

AI meltdowns abound, a supermassive black hole has been found, and the (Eurasian) eagle (owl) is down...for the count.    As always, you can reach us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com  

Released a day early so as to coincide with the holiday, the comrades are joined by returning guest, Ian, for a lively discussion on the perks and perils of living alone.    As always, we can be reached at CubicleComrades@gmail.com  

Thinking of buying (or selling) your home in 2024? Our realtor friend, Frank judeh, is back to tell you what you need to know. If you'd like to get in contact with Frank, please visit his website .  Got questions or comments for the comrades? Email us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com  

Michelle cracks open the history books to remind everyone that most of our modern workplaces are Disneyland when compared to the workhouses, poorhouses, and asylums of the not-so-distant past.   Email us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com  

There's no news like bad news, and this week the comrades discuss the latest headlines from Latin America. Michelle reminds listeners to be careful when using dating apps abroad. Reg is indifferent, but continues to tout the virtues of Lone Flame Galaxy membership.   Content Warnings: General Discussions of violence, homicide, gang/cartel activity, sex work, and drugging   Email us at CubicleComra...

Technical difficulties abound as Comrade Ian joins the gang to discuss the latest developments in the case of Johnny Somali (Ismael Ramsey Khalid), an American IRL streamer who had been in Japanese custody since September on charges of disturbing the peace and trespassing.  Jeffrey J Hall's Twitter/X post on Johnny's case Reaction video from Only In Japan * GO Judgement video game As always, feel...

With a major storm approaching, your comrades discuss podcast business (an upcoming history episode! Patreon's been set up! Michelle's buying a melodica!?!), pet owner problems, Brian Barczyk's farewell , a fancy new car that neither of us can afford, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.   As always, feel free to reach out to us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com  

A massive earthquake strikes Japan, Kim Jong Un puts the world on notice, the situation in the Red Sea gets even more turbulent, Somaliland strikes a deal that could set things off in the Horn of Africa...and it's only the first day of the year!   Here's the video Reg mentioned in the Japan segment: Why You Shouldn’t Move to Japan (And Conditions for Those Who Should) https://www.youtube.com/watch...

No plans for New Year's Eve?  Fortunately, your comrades know exactly how that goes. So, here's a very special year end episode made just for you...and, well, everyone who bothers to download it.   As always, feel free to reach out to us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com!  

Your hosts are joined by returning comrades, Ian, and new comrade, Nick, for a roundtable discussion about Lana Del Rey's debut single from her 2012 album, Born to Die, and what it means to us over a decade since its' release.  Just kidding.  This episode is exactly what you think it is; 4 nerds talking about video gaming (console, PC, handheld, and smartphone as well!) As always, feel free to rea...

[Alternate title: "Bro, We Should Just Have a Cult"]   In this episode the comrades discuss the recent Netflix docu-series, "Escaping Twin Flames Universe."   It goes exactly how you'd expect.

How did we get here? To be honest, we don't know.... Where are we going? Yet to be determined.  In this episode the comrades discuss how they stumbled into the world of podcasting, lessons learned in the process, and what's in store.  Want to get in touch with us? Email us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com !   

Your comrades do deep dive on the French Penal Colony: Devil's Island. Featuring Texas, wooden crocs and prison guards in bunny slippers!  Also as promised: Spooky Lakes Tiktok Feel free to hit us up at CubicleComerades@gmail.com !

Recorded just prior to Halloween, the comrades dissect and discuss a controversial list of verboten first date venues. Also, since modern dating discussions aren't enough of a horror show, our mics decided to go full-on "Poltergeist Mode" for this episode that promises to give your ears a fright.

The comrades talk about hanging out in-person and the push for remote workers to return to the office. Also, some anecdotes about men (and a few women) behaving badly at work and/or in...libraries?

Michelle has read (some of) the books. Reg has read absolutely nothing. Spoilers abound as the comrades discuss the Amazon Prime television series, "Wheel of Time" in this super-sized episode.   Trigger warning/spoiler at 1:03:00 thru 1:05:00    Hit us up at CubicleComrades@gmail.com    

Your animal-obsessed comrades discuss the president's bad dog, a Brazilian hybrid creature, a bear attack in Banff, and the sound that is more frightening than a lion's roar.

The comrades and special guest, Ian, discuss manga, anime, leaving America to grow root vegetables in Japan, and the controversial streamer known as "Johnny Somali." If you want to get in touch, email us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com ! 

Apparently, men are constantly thinking about ancient Rome. In this episode, Michelle does them one better and talks about life in the Roman Empire.   *Michelle's Corrections Corner* (bc she was tired and got some stuff wrong)  Commodus was definitely NOT a part of the Julio-Claudian Dynasty. Don't know what my tired brain was thinking. He was actually part of the Nervan-Antonine Dynasty and ended...

Your comrades check in with friend Frank about the housing market and what it's all about...because while we're adults, we still have no clue what we're doing.  Frank Judeh is a realtor in the Northern Virginia area. If you'd like to know more, go to his website .  If you want to get in touch, email us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com ! 

Your comrades discuss potential apocalypse scenarios. We talk about who will die first, how we're not cut out to deal with giant bugs, and who would give dystopia a college try.  Feel free to hit us up at CubicleComrades@gmail.com!

The comrades go a bit bananas as Michelle explains the sexual harassment allegations against pop star, Lizzo.   Feel free to hit us up at CubicleComrades@gmail.com!

Congress wants the truth on UFOs, dudes want to be taller, and Mona just wants dinner. Your comrades deliver another everything-but-the-kitchen-sink episode and yes, we manage to talk about animals (again.)   Feel free to hit us up at CubicleComrades@gmail.com !

The Powerball lottery swelled to $1 Billion this week. To no one's surprise, we didn't win...but that didn't stop us from talking about what we'd do if we had.  Contact us at CubicleComrades@gmail.com ! We'd love to hear from you.