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The Rules of The Road Runner with Connor Ratliff
Connor Ratliff (Dead Eyes, The George Lucas Talk Show, Tiny Dinos, Connor Ratliff presents The Acting Class, and so much more) joins the show to go deep on the rules guidelines of Wile E. Coyote and The Road Runner, and by extension the complex relationship dynamics of Ralph Wolf and Sam Sheepdog. Plus we talk the rule of three, marathon performances, and the particular automotive best-practice espoused by both a David Lynch character and Goofy. And finally Connor adds a refreshing new rule to the show for everyone to follow.
You can find Connor on instagram @ConnorRatliff and live in New York City performing in RaaaatScraps, ASSSSCAT, and Connor Ratliff presents The Acting Class (which is also available as a live-steam and on Youtube), and you can subscribe to his mailing list to find out about live shows and new projects.
And of course you can always find this show on instagram and bluesky, and email me at Andrew@therulesoftheshow.com. We're still looking for messages to read on the show, and I'd especially love to hear from any new listeners, so please reach out. While you're at it, why not pour yourself a glass of water and share this episode with a friend who would be into this kinda thing? You know the one. Cheers.
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The Rules of the Show teaser
01:00|I hope you will join me in messing around with The Rules of the Show.
Thanks and Acknowledgements
04:38||Ep. 0In this introductory episode, I'm laying the groundwork for the show to come, and expressing gratitude for those who helped it happen.
1. A Prime Stalk with Kirsten Innes
58:20||Ep. 1I talk to Kirsten Innes about UK politics, message board friendships, and what makes a Proper Stalk. Plus, our first guest-created rule is introduced.
2. Many-opolies with Graeme Peters
01:40:52||Ep. 2Graeme Peters joins the show to talk Monopoly, Star Wars Monopoly, and a panoply of different -opolies. Plus, we trip over the rule introduced last week, and craft a new rule that theoretically won't come up so often. Find Graeme's drag persona Arkade on Instagram or streaming on Twitch at ArkadeHorror.
3. Who's On First with Missi Information
01:41:27||Ep. 3Missi Information joins the show to discuss the many ways to start a game. Plus, an opportunity to reflect on what we've learned (in rule form).You can find Missi's podcasts on The Missi Information Superhighway and see her stream on Twitch with RadioFreeMultiverse.
4. The Art World Is Not A Scantron with Elisabeth Skjærvold
48:03||Ep. 4Elisabeth Skjærvold joins the show to discuss dance, schoolwork, and standardized tests. Plus, we introduce a new rule that risks Elisabeth's cancellation and/or our show becoming much more appealing to Canadian arts funding organizations. Maybe both!
5. Always Two Skies of Blue There Are with Forrest Phillips and Emily Pineapple
01:17:40||Ep. 5Forrest Phillips and Emily Pineapple from Radio Free Multiverse join the show to discuss the unfeasible managerial structure of the Sith in Star Wars. Plus we ponder the sacred texts, both serious and ridiculous, and discuss world-building and language in fictional universes. Plus, a new rule is added to the game, and our first rule comes up, like, a lot. Find Forrest and Emily online at Live.RadioFreeMultiverse.com.
6. This Rule Intentionally Left Blank with Bryan Da Silva
01:16:38||Ep. 6Fans of mysterious beeping: rejoice! This week's episode we are joined by Bryan Da Silva, who is reporting on location from Vancouver General Hospital. Bryan and I discuss committing to the bit, and some very silly games including Blaseball and True American and one nameless game to make a workday more exciting. Plus a new rule is introduced that demands a new tab on the ol' Rules of the Show spreadsheet. Follow @babyyagabakeshop for Bryan's wife's delicious baking. At the time of episode release Bryan is in remission and awaiting stem cell transplant. While it will be a while longer of treatment and recovery, everything is progressing well. You can support Bryan's expensive new lifestyle by contributing to the fundraiser here.And please consider registering to donate blood and stem cells at www.blood.ca.
7. Exploding Barbed Wire Death Match with Del Stephen
01:38:57||Ep. 7Del Stephen joins the royal rumble that is this show to discuss teaching language, improvised music, and the rules of professional wrestling. Plus we give credit where credit is due. You can find Del Stephen online @todayversions and listen to his music at delstephen.bandcamp.com. Speaking of music and credit due, the Good Question music was created by Bryan Da Silva.The Rules of the Show is now onlin(er)! You can find us on instagram @therulesoftheshow, or email me any comments or feedback to andrew@therulesoftheshow.com.