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by Marcy Phillips and Paul Gentemann

4.9(12 reviews)
41 episodes
Updated Weekly
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Engagement71

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<p>A podcast dedicated to low stakes deep dives into pop culture led by Marcy,&nbsp; a middle-aged, multimedia casual consumer. She is joined by her chosen brother Paul as they discuss science fiction and post apocalyptic TV/Movies. They recently reviewed HBO’s The Last of Us and Avatar the Last Airbender on Netflix. They are now eager to begin discussing the TV show Fallout on Amazon Prime.<br><br>Marcy and Paul have been friends and occasional roommates for over 20 years. This means that they've spent countless hours sitting on a couch together watching TV&nbsp; and playing video games. Both of us love books and science, so most episodes include those things.&nbsp; We'd love for you to join us on our cushy couch! Spoilers are expected with this show.</p>

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Publishing Since

2/13/2023

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Recent Episodes

Episode thumbnail for 40 - The Last of Us S2 Episode 4: Day One

January 13, 2026

40 - The Last of Us S2 Episode 4: Day One

Episode 4 of the Last of Us introduces the new character of Isaac played by Jeffery Wright, one of Marcy's favorite actors from other Sci Fi and post apocalyptic television shows and movies. Once again the hosts examine torture and it's efficacy. They also discuss their satisfaction with the showrunners respectful portrayal of Ellie and Dina's lesbian relationship and it's culmination...in more ways than one. Finally, if you ever wondered how long pregnancy tests last, Paul won't leave you ha...

Episode thumbnail for 39 - The Last of Us S2 Episode 3: The Path

September 18, 2025

39 - The Last of Us S2 Episode 3: The Path

Paul and Marcy have made it through the harrowing 2nd episode of The Last of Us Season 2 and Zo from Back Look Cinema podcast joins them on The Path. This episode the crew discusses moral philosophy centered around justice, empathy ballon animals, and therapy in the apocalypse. Marcy makes predictions about the finale of the season, while Paul tries his best to not spoil the ending and Zo gives Marcy a clue that involves the movie Desperado with Salma Hayek and Antonio Banderas. Don't f...

Episode thumbnail for 38 -The Last of Us S2 Episode 2: Through The Valley

September 4, 2025

38 -The Last of Us S2 Episode 2: Through The Valley

We're back after an unexpected summer hiatus! Sorry, folks. But don't worry, most of The Last of Us has already been recorded. I just need to get off my butt and edit them! Our buddy John from the Open Pike Night podcast joins us to be our emotional support cohost. The death of Joel is hard to watch, but we'll help you get through it step by step. These Alaskan friends will distract you with talk of snow physics and Lord of the Rings parallels. Paul breaks out his Abbey villian voice. John ju...

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What is Idle Ride?
<p>A podcast dedicated to low stakes deep dives into pop culture led by Marcy,&nbsp; a middle-aged, multimedia casual consumer. She is joined by her chosen brother Paul as they discuss science fiction and post apocalyptic TV/Movies. They recently reviewed HBO’s The Last of Us and Avatar the Last Airbender on Netflix. They are now eager to begin discussing the TV show Fallout on Amazon Prime.<br><br>Marcy and Paul have been friends and occasional roommates for over 20 years. This means that they've spent countless hours sitting on a couch together watching TV&nbsp; and playing video games. Both of us love books and science, so most episodes include those things.&nbsp; We'd love for you to join us on our cushy couch! Spoilers are expected with this show.</p>
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