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Zorb & Gorb
Zorb & Gorb (formerly Phraggle Rock), at its simplest, is two best friends engaging in the wild world of improv storytelling. These are the books we wish we had the time and discipline to write. Our improvised tall tales are filled with everything from time travel, magic pigs, snail farmers, butter barons, and a whole lot more. Although all our stories are always unique, they are 100% unpredictable. Some are trainwrecks on a colossal scale, but at least they are always a damn good time. Grab a beverage of your choice, take seat by the campfire, and get ready to hear some wild sh*t. Donate to t...
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Episodes
S4. Ep 7: (The Most Evil Owl / Ratboy Spinach and the Circle) 23.11.2024 53:16
On this new episode of Zorb and Gorb, we learn about the origins of the French language. Then we try and place ourselves in the shoes of a man who can only ever be seen as a cat and his impressive, if behind the scenes, career as a broadway actor. Then we embark upon a journey into a dystopian future, full of romanesque colosseums and gladiator battles, as we follow the heart wrenching tale of our...
S4. Ep 6: (Robert Fulton Inventor of the Steamboat / The Legend of Kentucky Dan) 15.06.2024 53:07
On this riveting episode of Zorb and Gorb, we explore the fascinating life story of Robert Fulton, inventor of the steamboat. Looking at the life of a famous inventor through a new lens, we learn of Fulton's involvement with the esoteric Wilderness Academy and the dangers he faced there. Then we explore the age-old question, why would a man just nominated for the Nobel Prize in physics give it all...
S4. Ep 5: (Rage against the Parasol / Weird Eyes Gary) 08.06.2024 54:25
This week on Zorb and Gorb, we consult the famous autobiography "The Instrument Inside of Me" by Hims Himmersoff. Where we recount an epic tale, charting the rise and fall of Heavy Metal music in the age of the Parasol. After that, we hear the tale of Gary Indiana. Plunging into the caverns of the subconscious mind we examine esoteric topics from precognition, and bizarre cults, all the way to pub...
S4. Ep 4: (The Day The Borth Came/I Owe Money To an Albatros) 19.12.2023 49:59
This week on Zorb and Gorb, do you know how to play the recorder? We don't. Tune in to the recorder edition of Zorb and Gorb to hear the story of the a young zookeeper, caught in a planetary war against an evil AI, whose best friend is a young man possessed by an octopus. After that, hear a synopsis of Gorb's best selling novel The Signal Files. A heart wrenching tale of the 1950's renegade Carnie...
S4. Ep 3: (Prof. Ziszo Slamboi Zurich/Jenna the Gila Monster) 10.12.2023 49:58
This week on Zorb and Gorb, we explore the vast and mysterious part of the world know as Asia Minor. Not Anatolia, but the smaller version of the Eurasian Continent that floats hidden in the clouds. We learn of a mysterious school, an ancient lineage, and the worlds foremost professor of playing cards. After that, we learn that Gorb can't do math on the spot. Yet, we give you the answer to all the...
S4. Ep 2: Auguries of the Mole People 12.11.2023 49:51
Do you know who controls the timeline? Listen to this weeks episode of Zorb and Gorb learn. On this hamburger flip episode we discuss some of life's most profound questions. Who invented cats? Why does no one here have an android charger? And, Is 10 pence too much for a baguette?
S4. Ep 1: (Gorman The Extractor / ‘We’re worried about Ronny’) 04.11.2023 52:42
On this episode of Zorb & Gorb: We will learn about the importance of Extractor's in the far future, as Gorman Rockwell preforms his life story on stage. We will then hear a tale of adventure about four kids and one turtle, who stumble upon a revolutionary discovery.
S3. Ep 9: Crazy Grugen’s Eternal Quest. 02.09.2023 1:08:06
On this special episode of Zorb & Gorb (✮Premium✮): We hear a long form saga revolving around the fate of Peter Gurgen, Hamburger Scientist. From Middle ages Germany to Grunge-era Australia. We learn of Gurgen's sorrows and joys amidst his quest for the Great Khans Secret.
S3. Ep 8: (Jazz Hamptons & The Martians / The Circle of Life™-Cereal) 28.08.2023 50:49
On this episode of Zorb & Gorb: We hear about the legendary Jazz Hamptons and his involvement with the UFO phenomenon, the truth about the planet Mars, and the first time humans ever set foot on Pluto. Then we hear an overview of Gorb's latest hit book: Life™Cereal: A tale of Murder, Intrigue, Wheat, Time Travel, and Circles (..not necessarily in that order) . Strap in and get ready for the fi...
S3. Ep 7: (Time-loops & Tinfoil / Chang Han’s Secret) 19.08.2023 51:51
On this episode of Zorb & Gorb: We hear two tales of conspiracy, intrigue, and high stakes. First, we uncover the real reason the Americans won the Revolutionary War and learn of our oldest and most venomous allies. Then we hear the tale of Chinese archeological expedition from the 1980's, where our protagonist unearthed far more than he bargained for.
S3. Ep 6: (Cryptids in the Cul-de-sac / I used to work at Vine) 08.07.2023 49:22
On this episode of Zorb & Gorb: After two episodes we finally move away from the Christmas theme. Today on episode 6 we delve into the realm of suburban horror stories. Hear a campfire-esque tale of when the new neighbors are just a little too off. Then we hear the story of a former Senior aerospace engineer at Vine, and how although social media companies come and go, government military inst...
S3. Ep 5: (Stuck in the TV/DJ Samwise Ganjee) 25.06.2023 49:45
On this episode of Zorb & Gorb: We hear two classic tales, one rooted in the lore and mystery that surrounds the life of John Stevens (aka. Johnny Jumpman). Then, the following story transports us from the Miami club scene in the early 2000's, to the founding of a major religion on an alien planet. Warm up some hot cocoa and tune into this weeks episode.
S3. Ep 4.5 (*BONUS*): The year the crab people saved Christmas. 10.06.2023 50:58
On this special bonus episode of Zorb & Gorb, we shake it up with some old bay and do a hamburger flip. Two stories each split down the middle make for a wonderful episode. Tune in to hear how cattle ranching, Columbia University or Entomology, and Robot bird drones all intersect in one man's life. Then hear the long awaited tale of how the Crab people saved Christmas.
S3. Ep.4: The “Science!” Episode 03.06.2023 51:08
On this episode of Zorb & Gorb: The intro inspires us to do a deep dive into stories of scientific wonders. We explore deep questions like: Are we alone in the universe? What were frogs like in the ancient past? Is Brad ok in there? What happened to Rob? There is so much we don't know, so tune for this episode of scientific exploration.
S3. Ep. 3 (So much mustache/L’apocalypse de Rambi Bumbo) 28.05.2023 50:39
On this episode of Zorb & Gorb: We hear of a world filled with secret agents with questionable motives, mustachioed men with paleontology degrees, and how one man can be both so young, and so old. After that, we envision a post apocalyptic future defined by toxic rain, unhinged government operatives, and an Electronic music duo formed in Paris in 1993.
S3. Ep. 2 (Beignets Fever Dreams/Kelby Schmurmel Amateur Herpetologist) 21.05.2023 53:29
On Episode 2 of Season 3 we crack open our Herpetology textbooks and learn about the Order Crocodilia. First hearing a tale of the lost *village* of Atlantis, then hear how Old lady Smickens and the bankruptcy of a misguided start up gave rise to one woman's business success and a little crocodile's freedom.
S3. Ep. 1 (Welcome to Chile/Mr. Magorbius) 06.05.2023 51:02
The first episode of season 3 we hear about the hidden mysteries of Chile South Dakota. Then learn the fascinating connection between our moon cats, pumpkins, dentures, and most of all Mr. Magorbius.
S2. Ep.10 (Season Finale/YumYum Surprise) 30.04.2023 54:55
On the Season 2 finale of ZorbNGorb, we hear tales about a small English village full of mysterious tiny people, the true cost of mind-body disconnection, and FBI agent Carmen SanDiego's toughest case yet. We also have a surprise guest!
S2. Ep.9 (Δ+8)-wolves=The Cold War Never Happened. 19.03.2023 1:08:39
On this special episode of ZorbNGorb: We tell a marathon long story about the dangers of higher mathematics. From the cold wilderness of Siberia, underground facilities in the American southwest, to O'Grimacey's pub in "The Good" Kansas city, we learn just how malleable our reality truly is.
S2 Ep.8 (Sneaky Pete and the birth of Sparta/The Crab King of Illinois) 11.03.2023 48:52
On this episode of Z&G: Zorb regales us with tale of waring gangs in ancient Greece, and the lost true culture of Athens. Gorb follows it up with a tale of mystery, intrigue, intelligent frogs, and The Crab King of Illinois.
S2 Ep.7: (The J Crew/Twinkie from Chicago) 04.03.2023 52:35
On this episode of Z&G: Gorb gives a riveting talk on the economics of south-western Idaho during the 90s, and its implications for shoplifters everywhere. Then Zorb explains how a Chicago Cubs fan ended up in shogunate era Japan, and what to do if you forget the pliers.
S2 Ep. “Definitely 6” (The many numbers of Piggy Sam/Ziggy Shiner and the devolution of ants) 17.02.2023 51:43
On this episode of Z&G: We hear Zorb deliver a stellar Middle English accent, learn the secret to shoe shining, and find out how the human race was not the first species to master nuclear power on earth. Now sit back and enjoy S2 Ep. "Definitely 6" one of our most entertaining flops yet.
S2 Ep. “Probably 5” (Massive Gains in Balmington/Performance Art at Gate 7) 11.02.2023 50:01
On this episode of Z&G(after dark): We learn the tale of the worlds most evil nail clipper, just how jacked a Clydesdale can get, and about a little goat with big dreams. Afterwards buckle up for an epic saga involving performance art, the TSA, and the Cheese King of Delta airlines.
S2 Ep.4 (A Gentleman’s Zorb over cheese/Early bird special at the Tournament) 21.01.2023 52:23
On this episode of Z&G: Join us for a Gentleman's Zorb, where we indulge in conversations about the power of facial hair, the mysteries of limestone, and the future of Sports entertainment.
S2 Ep.3 (Mission Gorb-possible/”Screams in Penguin”) 24.09.2022 51:27
On this episode of Zorb N Gorb: We learn about why Gorb's audio connection is always so shoddy, and then we dive into a tale of senior class prank gone wrong.
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