The Math of You

Writer, musician and Associate Editorial Director for Planned Parenthood Seb Deken is here to discuss opera and classical music. Along the way, we discuss the dangers of graduation neckgear, what pizza chain to eat at before the symphony, and music that runs the gamut from Stupid to Inexplicable.Signature Cocktail: the Madame MaoLet me be a grain of sand in heaven’s eye, and I shall taste eternal joy.For the Simple Syrup1/2cup water1/2cup sugar1/2inch fresh ginger, sliced3 springs rosemaryFor the drink:3oz grapefruit juice1oz rosemary ginger syrup3oz sparkling waterrosemary for garnishBuild cocktail ingredients over ice, and stir. Garnish with sprig of rosemary.Follow Seb on Twitter at @sebsational, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

Sociologist Kai McKinney and Megan Boba of Garden Plots with Skeletor & the NXT Wrestling Fan are here to discuss, of all things, this show. Along the way, we discuss how to fake like you know a thing, sports stories told by old people in barber shops, and how to accept a gift.Sadly, this is only half an episode, due to technical issues, but I'll have Kai and Bob back soon.Signature Cocktail: the Ward NineThe other eight wards were too secret to be released.2oz Irish Whiskey3/4oz orange juice3/4oz lemon juice1/4oz simple syrup1/6oz grenadine1 egg whiteShake all ingredients without ice, then add ice and shake again until combined. Strain into chilled glass.Follow Megan Bob on Twitter at @meganbobness, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

Comic book writer & cohost of War Rocket Ajax, Apocrypals, Sailor Business & Xena Warrior Business Chris Sims is here to discuss Mickey’s Christmas Carol & A Charlie Brown Christmas. Along the way, we discuss what to call a McFlurry that doesn’t flurry, St Paul Minnesota’s famous two-and-a-half-foot tall sadness wall, and the only ethical fantasticatrillionaire.If you want to hear the War Rocket Ajax Christmas Draft Special with Matt Fraction & John Darnielle, go here: https://warrocketajax.libsyn.com/episode-528-the-christmas-mix-draftacular-f-john-darnielle-and-matt-fractionWe also mention Chris’ episode of Into It with Elle Collins where he talks about Christmas. Go listen here: http://intoitpodcasts.com/podcast/2014/12/15/into-it-9-christmas-with-chris-simsSignature Cocktail: the French 75A new year, a fresh start, and staying the fuck c GInnai home, goddamnit. 1 1/2oz gin1 1/2tsp powdered sugar1/2oz lemon juice2 1/2oz brut champagneCombine lemon and sugar in base of shaker until combined. Add gin and shake with ice. Strain into chilled glass and add champagne.Follow Chris on Twitter at @theisb, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

Co-host of Jemjammer & I Will Fight You Annie Craton is here to discuss Rankin-Bass Christmas specials. Along the way, we discuss the dangers of falling asleep near an elf who wants to be a dentist, the ultimate darkest-timeline fate of becoming a librarian, and a Grant-Morrison-style romp across time & space… but it’s a reindeer chasing a baby.Note: on this episode we talk a lot about the recent I Will Fight You episode, which can be found here: https://www.crookedrussiancam.horse/updates/iwfy35Signature Cocktail: the WinterboltMay your hooves be quick, your turns be sharp, and your nose be glowing. 1oz bourbon3/4oz tawny port1/2oz honey1/2oz cream1 egg yolkFreshly grated nutmeg, to garnishCombine all ingredients in a shaker without ice, and dry shake to emulsify. Add ice and shake hard. Strain into a frozen cocktail glass, and garnish with nutmeg.Follow Annie on Twitter at @anniezard, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

Podcaster and writer Al Kennedy is here to discuss Star Trek: the Next Generation. Along the way, we discuss strategies for shoplifting Sigur Ros CDs, debate the HR strategies for dealing with a Jellicoe, and we sing the praises of one Lieutenant Commander Worf.Signature Cocktail: the Bat’lethWhen you enter a bar, do so with your eyes open, and scream, to let them know a warrior is coming.1oz bourbon1oz Jagermeister1oz sweet vermouthCitrus peel garnishCombine in a rocks glass with ice and stir until combined. Garnish with a citrus peel.Follow Al on Twitter at @housetoastonish, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

Lucas is still unpacking from his move (patreon.com/lokified), so please enjoy these extra bits from Episode 99 with the lovely Kate Racculia.Follow Kate on Twitter at@kateracculia, follow the show at@TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at@lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email tothemathofyou@gmail.com.If you like the music on the show, go tobit.ly/TheMathOfYou

Lucas is moving this week (patreon.com/lokified), so please enjoy these extra bits from Episode 100 with the lovely Margaret H. Willison.Follow Margaret on Twitter at @MrsFridayNext, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com. If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

Actor and cohost of Smash Fiction and the Garden Plots With Skeletor podcasts Dan Mulkerin returns to the Math of You. Along the course of this conversation, we discuss how Secret Wars was the original Smash Fiction, how it’s a really bad idea to promise Spider-man free hot-dogs for life, and how Bok Choy is for closers.Signature Cocktail: The Nosy ParkerWhether you’re a threat or a menace, here’s a drink to steel your nerves.2oz irish whiskey1/2oz Benedictine D.O.M.1/2oz Extra Dry Vermouthcitrus twist, for garnishShake ingredients with ice to combine. Strain into a champagne coupe. Garnish with citrus twist.Follow Dan on Twitter at @danmulkerin, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou

Librarian, wrestling podcaster and expectant parent Emily Fear is here to discuss made-for-TV movies and after school specials. Along the way, we discuss the situations in which out your Yinzer would come, we take a surprisingly deep dive into the ownership of a jar of buttons, and how a TV movie with no budget can fall ass-backwards into fashion verisimilitude.Signature Cocktail: the ShelbyA hazy drink that’ll have people dying to join you. 2oz bourbon1oz cold brew coffee liqueur1oz pineapple juice1/2oz lime juice3oz ginger beerCombine bourbon, coffee liqueur, pineapple juice, and lime juice in an shaker with ice and shake until combined. Strain into a double rocks glass and top up with ginger beer. Garnish with a wedge of lime.Follow Emily on Twitter at @forkedpgh, follow the show at @TheMathOfYou, and my wacky adventures at @lokified. If you'd like to be a guest on the show, send an email to themathofyou@gmail.com.If you like the music on the show, go to bit.ly/TheMathOfYou