Dusty Farts

About Dusty Farts

Dusty Farts Two old friends, one booth, and enough coffee to fuel a small-town power grid. Dusty Farts is an immersive comedy podcast that blends Americana warmth with absurd banter, diner-grade philosophy, and a touch of the surreal. Join John (aka Dusty) and Fred (aka Farts) as they bicker, reminisce, and turn everyday nonsense into epic sagas of coffee ratings, squirrel conspiracies, and questionable medical advice. It’s an AI voiced audio drama, Narrated by Hope, who offers equal parts wisdom and equal parts side-eye. Think cracked vinyl booths, bacon that tastes like regret, and friendship that sounds like sarcasm. It’s comedy with grease stains, gospel with gravy, and storytelling that’s equal parts tender and ridiculous. Using a combination of ElevenLabs, Suno, sound clip libraries and Chat GPT, author Brian Clark has created an absurd trip through small-town Americana. If you enjoy this, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles & VoiceOver Tutorial.

Publisher

Brian Clark

Category

comedy · fiction

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Aug 2025

Latest episode

1 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

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   1 Jan 2026

   Dusty Farts – Episode 17: All Power to the Ball

   Release Date: January 2026 Runtime: ~23 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, civic chaos Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones strongly encouraged for full sparkle compliance Episode Summary It’s New Year’s Eve in Maple Grove, and the town is bracing for its most ambitious tradition yet: The Ball. Not just a ball—the ball. Fully bedazzled, power-hungry, and held together by optimism, extension cords, and questionable planning. John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) settle into Old Farts Corner aboard the blood bus, ready for lukewarm coffee, experimental cookies, and another front-row seat to municipal overconfidence. Hope narrates as the town rallies around a single goal: shutting everything else down so the ball can shine. What follows is a cascade of civic sacrifices. Fridges go dark. Vibes are shut off. Therapy AIs are unplugged. Nut-Zilla sulks. Extension cords are borrowed, misused, and quietly regretted. As Aria enforces power compliance with zero patience and Suzy and Umie dream of laser fireworks and sparkle density, one question looms large: Will Maple Grove finally get a clean countdown… or will the power grid blink first? It’s a story about community, sacrifice, and the dangerous belief that this year will be different. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – booth philosopher, power skeptic, and reluctant believer in sparkle • Fred (Farts) – cookie analyst, extension-cord victim, and emotional ballast • Hope – narrator, calm observer of inevitable failure • Doctor Bobby – blood bus proprietor, energy conservation enthusiast, cookie experimentalist • Aria – unofficial Power Compliance Officer, enforcer of “No Sacrifice, No Sparkle” • Suzy & Umie – sparkle engineers, vibe managers, and champions of collective inconvenience • Curtis – enthusiasm incarnate, Nut-Zilla caretaker, and walking power draw • Doctor Freudy (Fritz) – compact therapist, countdown historian, and AI abstainer • Darlene – designated driver with a CDL and no illusions • Lyle & Scotty – grease, hydraulics, and grim realism Sound Stage • The Blood Bus / Old Farts Corner – bus ambience, paper cups, recliners scraping into booth formation • Maple Grove at Large – distant traffic, crowd murmurs, party poppers, mechanical groans, and the hum of a power grid under stress • The Ball Zone – hydraulic lifts, extension cords, whispered prayers, and restrained panic Sound & Style Immersive stereo sound with civic ambience, harmonica wipes, mechanical whirs, countdown tension, and sparkle-adjacent optimism. Americana warmth collides with bureaucratic absurdity, building toward a New Year’s moment that feels both epic and deeply Maple Grove. For New Listeners You can jump in here, but this episode lands hardest if you know the rhythms of Maple Grove. Start with Episode 1 to understand booths, bacon, and why coffee is treated like infrastructure. By Episode 17, you’ll appreciate just how dangerous it is when everyone agrees on one big idea. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — powered by screen reader wizardry, a microphone, civic overconfidence, and whatever electricity wasn’t reserved for the ball. If you enjoy this content, be sure to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

2. 

   24 Dec 2025

   Dusty Farts – Episode 16: Murder in the Park

   Release Date: 2025 Runtime: ~30 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for full dramatic overreaction Episode Summary John (Dusty) returns to Maple Gump Park fully recharged, overconfident, and once again embracing his self-appointed detective persona: Clue-dini. The familiar benches, paths, and long-monitored squirrel population feel like home court—until something deeply unsettling appears in Clarence’s Booth of Booths. A dead squirrel. On the table. In the booth. What begins as a quiet park visit erupts into a full-blown criminal investigation complete with unnecessary dramatic stings, wildly circumstantial evidence, and a rapidly expanding list of suspects. As Clue-dini assembles the cast—Curtis (and Nut-Zilla), Doctor Bobby, Doctor Freudy, and the rhinestone-heavy arrival of Suzy and Umie—the park transforms into a parody of a classic whodunit. Evidence is scribbled down. Accusations fly. Reality struggles to keep up. Between syringe sightings, rye bread crumbs, mechanical footprints, and suspicious rhinestones, John lays out his case with Name, Weapon, and Location… just like the great classics. Unfortunately, facts, biology, and common sense keep interfering. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – self-declared detective, squirrel profiler, and man deeply in love with his own process • Fred (Farts) – reluctant assistant, voice of reason, and chronic deflator of nonsense • Hope – narrator, referee of logic, and survivor of excessive dramatic stings • Curtis – engineer, Nut-Zilla pilot, and unexpectedly responsible squirrel advocate • Doctor Bobby – medical professional, rye bread distributor, and accidental squirrel dentist • Doctor Freudy – compact psychoanalyst with snacks, notebooks, and deeply misunderstood motives • Suzy & Umie – rhinestone arrivals whose accessories may or may not constitute evidence Sound Stage • Maple Gump Park – gravel paths, rustling trees, distant park ambience, and a booth turned crime scene • Clarence’s Booth of Booths – now repurposed as an investigative headquarters with zero jurisdiction • The Gathering – mechanical footsteps, air brakes, tiny engines, roaring Aztecs, and overlapping accusations Sound & Style Overproduced dramatic stings (intentionally), overlapping transitions, park ambience, mechanical sound design, and exaggerated detective cues layered over classic Dusty Farts banter. Americana absurdity collides with parody mystery, resulting in tension, confusion, and entirely too much confidence. For New Listeners This episode stands on its own, but it lands harder if you’re familiar with John’s ongoing battle with squirrels and his brief, ill-advised rise as Clue-dini. Start with Episode 1 for booths and banter, then circle back here when you’re ready for an investigation that never asked to exist. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen reader wizardry, a microphone, park ambience, and an aggressive discount at the dramatic sting store. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

3. 

   24 Dec 2025

   Dusty Farts – Episode 15: Chatty Tarts – Volume 1: Pilot

   Release Date: December 2025 Runtime: ~20 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best sparkle dispersion Episode Summary Welcome to Sparkle & Snark Studio, where rhinestones outnumber common sense and restraint was politely shown the door. In this pilot episode of Chatty Tarts, Suzy (with a Y) and Umie step out from the long shadow of Maple Grove’s booths and into a world powered by glue guns, glitter fumes, and unapologetic confidence. What starts as a simple creative workspace quickly becomes a fully operational sparkle command center—complete with questionable crafting decisions, enthusiastic overconfidence, and a complete disregard for cleanup protocols. Hope narrates as the Tarts establish their territory, define their aesthetic philosophy (“ignore restraint and make it beautiful”), and make it very clear that this show is not about moderation, minimalism, or doing things halfway. Along the way, familiar Maple Grove energy seeps in, reminding listeners that while this may be a new corner of town, chaos remains a shared civic value. This is a pilot about ownership—of space, of style, and of the right to bedazzle first and ask questions never. Voices You’ll Hear • Suzy (with a Y) – glitter-forward visionary, creative tornado, allergic to subtlety • Umie – grounding force, co-conspirator, quietly enabling sparkle crimes • Hope – narrator, dry-eyed witness to escalating rhinestone nonsense Sound Stage • Sparkle & Snark Studio – glue guns clicking, rhinestones skittering across worktables, fabric rustling, magical twinkles, and the faint hum of bad ideas becoming permanent Sound & Style Immersive stereo with craft-room textures, whimsical transitions, sparkle-heavy accents, and playful musical cues. The tone blends confident chaos with Americana absurdity—lighter, shinier, and louder than the booths, but cut from the same Maple Grove cloth. For New Listeners No prior Dusty Farts knowledge required. Chatty Tarts is designed as a clean entry point into the universe—same narrator, same town, wildly different energy. If you enjoy this episode, you can jump backward to Dusty Farts Episode 1 for booths and burnt coffee, or forward with the Tarts as they build something louder, shinier, and possibly permanent. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — powered by screen reader wizardry, creative stubbornness, and an irresponsible quantity of rhinestones. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

4. 

   21 Nov 2025

   Dusty Farts – Episode 14: Drip, Drip, Horray!

   Release Date: November 2025 Runtime: ~18 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones for full blood-bus immersion Episode Summary It’s Tuesday in Maple Grove, which can only mean one thing: the blood bus has arrived, bringing with it free coffee, dusty cookies, and enough medical confusion to qualify as an Olympic sport. John (Dusty) shows up buzzing with newfound confidence after “unlocking” a diagnostic talent he calls Clue-dini — a skill that terrifies Fred (Farts), irritates Hope, and confuses everyone else. Inside the bus, Dr. Bobby is running at three espressos and one questionable muffin, proudly unveiling his latest scientific initiative: The Dough Division, a team of basement hobbyists creating experimental rye bread so dense it briefly lowers IQ. Gigi arrives to deliver the R-word of the day. Hope narrates the spiral as the Old Farts Corner becomes ground zero for Clue-dini guesses, candy-based emergencies, rye-bread philosophy, and the kind of small-town nonsense that makes Tuesday the most dangerous day of the week. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – self-appointed medical mystic with a brand-new overinflated ego • Fred (Farts) – cookie victim, skeptic of all diagnostics, and Old Farts Corner loyalist • Hope – narrator, composed observer, and keeper of Maple Grove sanity • Dr. Bobby – espresso-powered physician, rye-bread innovator, and peppermint-breath surgeon • Lyle – Jiffy Lube correspondent and practical witness to Jiffy Bread’s industrial uses • Dr. Fritz (Dr. Freudy Enslip) – still trapped in Mini-Freudy mode, practitioner of fun-sized psychology • Curtis – candy-powered man-child with teenage ailments and boundless confidence • Gigi – teacher of the R-word, arriving just in time to label Curtis’ condition Sound Stage • The Blood Bus – narrow aisles, metallic footsteps, clanking equipment, thin paper cups, squeaky recliners • Old Farts Corner – mismatched chairs, cookie shrapnel, diagnostic whispering, and Fred’s ongoing dental trauma Sound & Style Immersive stereo mix featuring bus ambience, coffee pours, harmonica wipes, and the chaotic clatter of improvised medicine. Americana warmth blends with medical absurdity — a Tuesday symphony of misguided diagnostics, dubious remedies, and rye-bread science. For New Listeners Start with Episode 1 for the origins of booths, bacon, and burnt coffee — but Drip, Drip, Horray! stands beautifully on its own as a perfect example of Maple Grove’s unpredictable blood-bus tradition. If you love small-town chaos stirred with caffeine and questionable medical advice, this is a great place to jump in. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen-reader wizardry, a microphone, and enough espresso to power Dr. Bobby for an entire fiscal quarter. If you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to explore Brian’s other podcasts: Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial — each crafted with the same blend of humor, chaos, and heart.

5. 

   31 Oct 2025

   Dusty Farts – Episodes 12 & 13: Booth or Treat — A Maple Grove Spooktacular Special

   Release Date: October 2025 Runtime: ~32 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones for full spooktacular immersion Episode Summary It’s Halloween in Maple Grove, and John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) are back with their most haunting booth yet — the legendary Booth of Doom, fashioned from a borrowed funeral hearse and two discount coffins. Between plastic cobwebs, questionable formaldehyde fumes, and Clifford Booth’s official booth inspection, the town’s annual Trunk or Treat contest descends into a perfect storm of sugar, sarcasm, and suspicious snacks. Hope narrates as the boys judge costumes gone wild — from Dr. Bobby’s “anatomically accurate” heart display to Aria’s pumpkin-spice rampage and Dr. Fritz’s miniature therapy machine. Just as the night seems lost to glitter and caffeine vapors, Curtis arrives and … well, tune in to find out! Clifford accidentally delivers the most ironic moment in Maple Grove history — and the boys prove that no holiday is safe from their booth-based nonsense. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – grumpy booth architect and seasonal decorator with trust issues around glitter • Fred (Farts) – cider brewer, coffin carpenter, and self-appointed booth engineer • Hope – narrator and weary witness to Maple Grove’s holiday madness • Aria – Pumpkin Nickle Spice Fairy and chaos in polyester form • Dr. Bobby – blood-bus hero turned walking biohazard • Dr. Fritz (Dr. Freudy Enslip) – returning therapist in “Mini Freudy” mode with fun-sized trauma analysis • Curtis – mad inventor • Clifford Booth – referee, booth commissioner, and unwitting star of the night Sound Stage • Maple Gump Park – Trunk or Treat Festival: gravel crunches, laughing kids, howling winds, and booth setups in a haunted parking lot. • The Booth of Doom: creaking coffins, bubbling cauldrons, plastic bats, and Fred’s murky jug of “experimental cider.” Sound & Style Immersive stereo mix with seasonal ambience, harmonica stings, and spooky banjo licks. Americana warmth meets Halloween camp — equal parts ghost-story and county-fair parade. Expect pumpkin-spice shakers, squirrel roars, and the occasional formal-referee whistle of doom. For New Listeners Start with Episode 1 to learn how booths, bacon, and burnt coffee became sacred traditions in Maple Grove. But if you like your laughter haunted and your coffee questionable, this Halloween special stands beautifully (and chaotically) on its own. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen-reader wizardry, a microphone, and a cauldron of burnt coffee and bad decisions. If you enjoy this episode, check out Brian’s other podcasts: Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial — each brewed with equal parts sarcasm and heart.

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   27 Oct 2025

   Dusty Farts – Episode 11: Condiments Clash

   Release Date: October2025 Runtime: ~22 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones for best experience Episode Summary The Polyester Lounge turns into a battlefield of bottles when John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) miss their blood-bus appointment and arrive hangry. One wrong swirl of ketchup ignites the Great Condiment War — a full-scale tabletop skirmish complete with sliding ramekins, tactical relish, and mustard militias. Hope narrates as Aria fights to keep the peace (and her sanity), while Fred invents a “scientific” rating system called the Z.E.S.T.Y. Scale — the Zero-Bias Estimation of a Sauce’s and Topping’s Yummyness. Ketchup becomes democracy, mustard becomes tyranny, and soy sauce sneaks in like a salty saboteur. By the end, the table’s a Jackson Pollock of sauces, the boys are humbled, and Aria walks away with new shoes — and no pie for them. It’s a sticky, salty, sweet-and-sour serving— proof that friendship can survive almost anything… except maybe honey mustard. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – grizzled philosopher-soldier of the Mustard Militia • Fred (Farts) – sentimental ketchup loyalist and creator of the Z.E.S.T.Y. Scale • Aria – sarcastic waitress, part referee, part hostage to flavor • Hope – narrator and voice of reason in a war of condiments • Gigi – R-Word cameo, bringing harmonic punctuation to the chaos Sound Stage • The Polyester Lounge Booth #3 – clinking plates, squirting bottles, the sizzle of fries, and the rhythmic thump of plastic sliding across Formica. Sound & Style Immersive stereo layering brings each squirt and slide to life. Banjo licks, harmonica stings, and narrator asides create a fast-paced farce that feels part cooking show, part war documentary. Equal parts satire and slapstick, the episode closes with Hope’s warm moral about messy friendship and the price of no pie. For New Listeners Condiments Clash is best enjoyed after Episode 9 (Freudean Fouls) and Episode 10 (Jingle Jamboree), but stands strong on its own as a sauce-splattered masterclass in Dusty and Farts logic. If you like your comedy served extra crispy with a side of chaos, pull up a booth and pass the napkins. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — with screen-reader wizardry, a microphone, and a half-empty bottle of horseradish for inspiration. If you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts: Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial — where the only thing thicker than the plot is the gravy.

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   20 Oct 2025

   Dusty Farts – Episode 10: Jingle Jamboree

   Release Date: October 2025 Runtime: ~29 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones for best experience Episode Summary It’s a musical family reunion for the Dusty Farts crew when Aria hijacks the intro and invites listeners behind the curtain for a toe-tappin’ retrospective of the Dusty Farts jingles. Joined by Pearlie Fae & The Rusty Hinges, the gang relives the glory, chaos, and coffee-stained creativity that birthed every jingle from Hush, That’s Just the Wind to the brand-new Jingle 6. Between Hope’s dry narration, Pearlie’s smoky charm, Gigi’s harmonica squeals, and Fred and John’s constant interruptions, the episode slides between live banter and musical nostalgia. From goat songs to gnome ballads, it’s a celebration of all things Dusty Farts—part variety show, part train wreck, and entirely heartfelt. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – ever-confused booth philosopher, offering commentary no one requested • Fred (Farts) – snack-enthusiast and self-appointed jingle critic • Aria – waitress, emcee, and reluctant host wrangling chaos with caffeinated precision • Pearlie Fae – smoky-voiced songbird of Maple Grove, proud front-woman of The Rusty Hinges • Gigi – deadpan harmonica prodigy with timing sharper than Fred’s wit • Hope – narrator, part historian, part hostage to the nonsense Sound Stage • Archival clips of jingles weave through the episode—each introduced with loving sarcasm and small-town pride. Sound & Style Immersive stereo mix featuring live music transitions, harmonica licks, and banjo strums. Americana meets mockumentary as Hope’s narration anchors the chaos between jingles. The tone swings from warm nostalgia to unfiltered comedy — like a behind-the-scenes special that accidentally became a concert. For New Listeners This episode is a perfect entry point for anyone curious about the Dusty Farts soundtrack. You’ll hear snippets from earlier episodes and meet the band that keeps Maple Grove’s coffee cups rattlin’. Start here for the music — then go back for the madness. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — with screen-reader wizardry, a microphone, and the courage to record over half a dozen harmonica solos. Featured performances by Pearlie Fae & The Rusty Hinges (“Hush, That’s Just the Wind,” “Buckaroo,” “Smooth as Butter,” and more). If you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts: Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial — each brewed with equal parts sarcasm and heart.

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   13 Oct 2025

   Dusty Farts – Episode 9: Freudean Fouls

   Release Date: October, 2025] Runtime: 22 min Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary The local YMCA transforms into an impromptu therapy hall when John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) wander into the wrong “Circle of Veteran Brothers.” Instead of war stories, they get ink blots, notepads full of doodles, and the questionable wisdom of Dr. Fritz, a man who confuses therapy with interpretive sketching. Between misread squirrels, casserole visions, and Aria’s sharp tongue, the booth becomes ground zero for psychoanalysis no one asked for. Hope narrates the chaos, while Gigi tries to teach the kids an “R” word that feels uncomfortably at home among midlife crises. By the end, our heroes prove once again that their subconscious is best left unexamined, and that friendship can survive even the strangest of group sessions. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – ever-suspicious, convinced squirrels are plotting against him • Fred (Farts) – casserole visionary, skeptical of Freud but not of snacks • Aria – waitress, master of sass, and unamused witness to amateur psychology • Dr. Fritz – doodle-happy therapist who mistakes sarcasm for progress • Gigi – teacher of the “R” word, corralling kids and coots alike • Hope – narrator, bemused chronicler of subconscious slip-ups Sound & Style Immersive stereo sound with diner background, pencil-on-paper scribbles, harmonica stings, and occasional group “ah-ha” gasps. Americana warmth collides with absurd banter and pseudo-psychology, blending small-town sarcasm with misplaced therapy. For New Listeners Start with Episode 1 to catch the origins of booths, bacon, and begrudging tenderness. Each episode stands alone, but the jokes, characters, and grievances grow funnier with each cup of coffee and each failed attempt at self-improvement. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen reader wizardry, a microphone, and just enough expired hot sauce to fuel 22 minutes of questionable pugilism. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

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   6 Oct 2025

   Dusty Farts – Episode 8: Jiffy Part Deux

   Release Date: October 2025 Runtime: ~15minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary The Jiffy Lube booth isn’t just a booth anymore—it’s a battlefield. When Curtis tags their vinyl with Sharpie graffiti, John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) declare war on turf encroachment, only to get dragged into rivalries stranger than a squirrel staring contest. Lyle gets saddled with a new nickname, Curtis fires off insults with GPS precision, and even the grease boys become unwilling competitors in an Olympic-style filter ballet. Somewhere between betting on postal carriers like racehorses, debating thermostat truces, and critiquing rookie mechanics as if the fate of the free world depended on torque angles, Fred makes a surprising gesture: handing off his “smart” watch to someone who needs it more. Hope calls it random, but it’s anything but—because behind the sarcasm and sludge, Dusty and Farts still manage to deliver a little heart along with the burnt coffee. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – defender of booth honor, master of pickle-jar metaphors • Fred (Farts) – reluctant philanthropist, thermostat negotiator, postal bookie • Hope – narrator, weary of turf wars and unexpected generosity • Curtis – sassmaster, booth tagger, professional thorn in their side • Lyle – gatekeeper of sludge, accidental referee of booth disputes Sound Stage • Jiffy Lube (the Booth Turf War Edition) – Sharpie squeaks on vinyl, shop hum, Styrofoam cup squeals, rookie wrench clatters, and sarcastic play-by-play from the peanut gallery. Sound & Style Immersive stereo with garage ambience, cheeky harmonica stings, and booth-side banter. Americana warmth collides with absurd commentary, turning a lube shop into an arena for turf wars, neighborhood gambling, and grudging generosity. For New Listeners Start with Episode 1 to understand how booths, bacon, and banter became sacred ground. Each episode stands alone, but the saga builds like burnt coffee on the bottom of a Styrofoam cup—layered, bitter, and weirdly endearing. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen reader wizardry, a microphone, and just enough Sharpie fumes to power a turf war. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

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    19 Sept 2025

    Dusty Farts – Episode 7: Fight Club

    Release Date: September 2025 Runtime: ~16 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary Back at the Polyester Lounge, John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) discover that Bob has found new inspiration from an Internet meme. His latest scheme? Hosting a full-on Parking Lot Pugilism Pageant — complete with Marquis of Sheepsberry rules, goat referees, and Steve pressed into service as a carnival-style announcer. As always, Aria serves sass alongside coffee while the boys argue over thermostat settings that somehow escalate into a literal goat-punching contest. With bleats as the official scorecard and “gentleman’s temperature” as the hill to die on, the Polyester Lounge transforms into the most ridiculous fight club the Midwest has ever seen. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – thermostat crusader, brawler by default, and defender of 74 degrees as “the gentleman’s temperature” • Fred (Farts) – coupon king, snack philosopher, and a man whose best punch might be a goat-slap • Aria – waitress, sassmaster, and unwilling referee to farm-animal fisticuffs • Steve – over-the-top carnival announcer forced into emcee duty • Hope – narrator, conspiratorial tour guide, and reluctant witness to the nonsense Sound Stage • The Polyester Lounge – cracked vinyl booths, clinking mugs, and Aria’s coffee pot patrol • The Parking Lot – echoing announcer mic, goat bleats, exaggerated slow-motion punches, and the faint hum of diner neon Sound & Style Immersive stereo sound with diner ambience, harmonica wipes, carnival echoes, and bleating goats. Americana warmth twisted into absurd banter and full-contact foolishness — a small-town showdown that lands somewhere between backyard wrestling and county-fair chaos. For New Listeners We recommend starting with Episode 1 for the full saga of booths, bacon, and begrudging tenderness. Each installment stands on its own, but the inside jokes, running gags, and goat references get richer with every cup of coffee. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen reader wizardry, a microphone, and just enough expired hot sauce to fuel 22 minutes of questionable pugilism. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

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    14 Sept 2025

    Dusty Farts – Episode 6: Nuts and Dolts

    Release Date: September2025 Runtime: ~19 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary This week, John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) set up camp in the most unlikely of booths: a pair of toilets in the middle of a big-box hardware store. With coffee dispensed by “Tiny Trickle,” the world’s first espresso gnome, the boys put their C.A.F.E. rating system to the test—sawdust brew and all. Between demolition derby critiques, toilet throne debates, and live announcements about unionized garden gnomes, chaos reigns. Gigi stops by with real coffee (and some life news), while Doctor Bobby goes on a quest for a drain snake that somehow turns into colonoscopy philosophy. By the time the loudspeaker declares shopping carts to be livestock, it’s clear: Dusty and Farts have turned plumbing into prophecy. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – curator of thrones, defender of regal porcelain • Fred (Farts) – professor of sludge and creamless survivability • Hope – narrator, conspiratorial guide through aisles of bad decisions • Gigi – hardware store wrangler, voice of reason, and R-word deliverer • Doctor Bobby – colonoscopy enthusiast with questionable shopping habits Sound Stage • Hardware Store – the scent of sawdust, sliding doors, echoing loudspeakers, toilets dragged into position, and Tiny Trickle the espresso gnome wheezing sadly in the background. Sound & Style Immersive stereo with hardware store ambience, toilet echoes, loudspeaker interruptions, and cheeky harmonica stings. Americana warmth blends with absurd banter, mixing home-improvement chaos with porcelain-level philosophy. For New Listeners The Dusty Farts saga is best enjoyed in order. Start with Episode 1 to learn why booths, bacon, and burnt coffee matter so much. Each story stands alone, but the running jokes (and accidental wisdom) get richer with every refill. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — with screen reader wizardry, a microphone, and the eternal patience of gnomes everywhere. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

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    6 Sept 2025

    Dusty Farts – Episode 5: Blood Brothers

    Release Date: September 2025 Runtime: ~15 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary This week, John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) wander into uncharted territory: the city’s blood donor bus. Not for civic duty, mind you, but for the perks—free cookies, questionable coffee, and a chance to turn reclining donor chairs into yet another “booth.” Hope narrates as our heroes heckle squirrels, grade coffee filtered through medical-grade confusion, and discover that not all mugs look the same. with the delightfully chaotic Dr. Bobby, whose medical wisdom lands somewhere between battlefield triage and bake sale disasters. It’s a sideshow of syringes, snack negotiations, and the kind of brotherhood that proves even in the face of needles (and suspicious liquids), sarcasm flows stronger than blood. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – ever-skeptical curmudgeon, coffee critic, squirrel’s nemesis • Fred (Farts) – sentimental schemer, cookie enthusiast, professional complainer • Dr. Bobby – eccentric Eastern European doctor with goat-filled anecdotes and a cursed Casio watch • Hope – narrator, conspiratorial and bemused guide through medical mayhem Sound Stage • The Blood Donor Bus – a rolling clinic-meets-carnival: squeaky recliners pushed into “booth” formation, needle taps, coffee pours, and the hum of questionable medical equipment Sound & Style Immersive stereo with bus ambience, harmonica wipes, and the blend of Americana warmth and absurd banter. Expect spitting coffee, goat-sized metaphors, and sarcasm so sharp it could pierce a vein. For New Listeners Start with Episode 1 for booths, bacon, and begrudging tenderness. By the time you reach Episode 5, you’ll understand why even a blood bus can’t drain these two of their nonsense. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen reader wizardry, a microphone, and more questionable coffee than the Red Cross would ever endorse.

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    1 Sept 2025

    Dusty Farts – Episode 4: Nut Jobs

    Release Date: September 2025 Runtime: ~20 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary Squirrels. Too many squirrels. That’s the gospel according to John (Dusty), who’s convinced the furry little schemers are running a covert operation in the park. Fred (Farts), meanwhile, insists on building a new rating system for nuts — because if coffee deserves a scale, so do pecans. From roadside benches to rambling squirrel sermons, the boys turn a quiet afternoon into a full-blown nut tribunal. Hope narrates as conspiracies crack open, snack foods get reclassified as philosophy, and the fine line between paranoia and wisdom becomes blurrier than a squirrel crossing at dusk. It’s 20 minutes of shells, schemes, and the sort of companionship only two curmudgeons could spin out of a bag of mixed nuts. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – suspicious of squirrels, suspicious of everything else too • Fred (Farts) – sentimental philosopher of pecans, walnuts, and snack-based rating systems • Hope – narrator, dry tour guide through paranoia and protein-packed logic Sound Stage • The Park Bench – chirping birds, rustling leaves, suspicious squirrel chatter, and the crunch of roasted opinions. Sound & Style Immersive stereo with outdoor ambience, snack crackles, and cheeky harmonica stings. Americana warmth wrapped in absurd banter, blending squirrel conspiracies with nut-fueled wisdom. For New Listeners The saga of Dusty and Farts is best enjoyed in order. Start with Episode 1 for booths, bacon, and begrudging tenderness, then settle in for the nuttiest installment yet. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — powered by screen reader wizardry, a microphone, and a suspicious trail of peanuts. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

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    29 Aug 2025

    Dusty Farts – Episode 3: Lounge Lizards

    Release Date: September 2025 Runtime: ~17 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary This week, John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) reclaim their booth at the Polyester Lounge, where cracked vinyl meets cracked logic. Between Fred’s questionable snack choices (hint: not all biscotti comes from a bakery) and John’s sunburned swagger, Aria delivers coffee, sass, and more brutal honesty than either of them ordered. When the boys accidentally hijack a group chat meant for prayer requests and turn it into a coffee-rating service, chaos brews faster than the burnt diner pot. Hope guides us through waxy ears, digital disasters, and the kind of friendship that turns dog treats into breakfast delicacies. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – sunburnt curmudgeon with loud opinions and louder misunderstandings • Fred (Farts) – toast-forgetful, snack-creative, and digitally doomed • Aria – waitress, sassmaster, and eternal wrangler of wayward regulars • Hope – narrator, conspiratorial and bemused tour guide of diner chaos Sound Stage • The Polyester Lounge – Faded vinyl booths, burnt bacon, coffee pours, and Aria’s dry barbs. The smell of nostalgia collides with the sound of accidental screenshots. Sound & Style Immersive stereo with diner ambience, creaking booths, shutter-click mishaps, and harmonica stings. Americana warmth with absurd banter, balancing heartfelt gestures and misplaced snacks. For New Listeners Start with Episode 1 to catch the origins of Dusty and Farts’ booth-based gospel. Each story stands alone, but the running jokes (and misadventures) get richer with each refill of coffee. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen reader wizardry, a microphone, and just enough diner-grade coffee to power 17 minutes of nonsense. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

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    21 Aug 2025

    Dusty Farts – Episode 2: Grease Trap Gospel

    Release Date: August 2025 Runtime: ~15 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary John (Dusty) and Fred (Farts) make their sacred pilgrimage to the local Jiffy Lube — not for oil changes, but for the free coffee, seat-cushion philosophy, and a front-row view of the greasy ballet. Between deadpan counseling from Lyle and Hope’s play-by-play, it’s an ode to burnt coffee, bad ideas, and friendship that refuses to change its oil on schedule. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – caffeinated curmudgeon with a gift for needling • Fred (Farts) – sentimental about gas-station brews and new rating systems • Lyle – Jiffy Lube gatekeeper, pourer of coffee, dispenser of reality checks • Hope – narrator, conspiratorial tour guide through axle grease and wisdom Sound Stage • The Jiffy Lube (with a contraband booth): ambient shop hum, squeaky steps, Styrofoam cup squeals, coffee pours, the distant clink of tools. The guys hold court like territorial walruses amid filters and floor jacks. Sound & Style Immersive stereo with shop ambience and cheeky harmonica stings. Americana warmth + absurd banter. For New Listeners We recommend starting with Episode 1 for the full saga of booths, bacon, and begrudging tenderness. Each episode stands alone, but the running jokes age like diner coffee — stronger and funnier over time. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark — brewed with screen reader wizardry, a microphone, and exactly the right amount of burnt coffee. If you enjoy this content, don’t forget to check out Brian’s other podcasts, Chatbot Chronicles and VoiceOver Tutorial.

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    21 Aug 2025

    Dusty Farts – Episode 1: Pilot

    Dusty Farts – Episode 1: Pilot Release Date: July 2025 Runtime: 12 minutes Audio Format: Immersive fiction – comedy, Americana, absurdity Recommended Listening: Stereo headphones encouraged for best experience Episode Summary Welcome to the Polyester Lounge, where the bacon is overcooked, the toast is twice-baked, and the booth cushions have dents deep enough to qualify as national landmarks. John (aka Dusty) and Fred (aka Farts) settle into their booth and their 40-year friendship—fueled by caffeine, spite, and expired coupons. With Aria serving sass hotter than the coffee, the boys debate toast (sourdough vs. rye), insult Bob’s bacon technique, and redefine “constant irritation” as the secret to longevity. Hope, our narrator, offers the audience a front-row seat to grumpy enlightenment, reminding us that friendship doesn’t always sound sweet—it sounds like sarcasm, side orders, and one more refill of coffee that tastes like regret and shoe polish. Voices You’ll Hear • John (Dusty) – The “brains” of the duo, though most of his wisdom is just sharper insults and worse coffee takes • Fred (Farts) – The “heart,” powered by caffeine, coupons, and an endless reservoir of irritation • Aria – Eternal waitress and den mother of the Polyester Lounge, armed with sass, coffee, and zero tolerance for nonsense • Hope – Narrator, offering conspiratorial commentary, half-wisdom, and a running record of grievances Sound Stage • The Polyester Lounge – A classic small-town diner with cracked vinyl booths, slanted cushions, and the smell of bacon, Bengay, and broken resolutions. Aria runs the floor, Bob burns the bacon, and John and Fred claim their booth like territorial walruses. Sound & Style Immersive stereo sound with diner ambience: coffee pours, sizzling bacon, the creak of vinyl cushions, and Aria’s dry delivery. The style blends Americana warmth with absurd banter—half small-town breakfast, half philosophical roast. For New Listeners We recommend starting with Episode 1 of the series, as this is more of a long, unfolding story than a collection of standalone episodes. Credits Written, scored, and produced by Brian Clark—who had a screen reader, a microphone, and just enough diner-grade coffee to pull this off.

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