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13 Apr 2021Episode 148: Murder on the Planet Express01:18:43

Have you been using my toothbrush to polish your ass again?! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 11: Murder on the Planet Express.

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Episode Synopsis: The crew get trapped aboard the Planet Express ship with a horrific alien creature.

On this show:

  • Gabe does his impressions of Scruffy and Dan McMasters, the specialist brought in to do corporate team building exercises
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the prisoners dilemma that Fry and Bender find themselves in
  • Gabe points out the various clues about the ending that Luke missed
  • Luke and Gabe discuss a scene that is too cartoon-y even for Futurama
  • Gabe and Luke draw comparisons between this episode, Disneyland, West World, and Star Wars.
13 Jan 2021Episode 142: The Inhuman Torch01:07:12

Someone save Gabe! He made a rope from his clothes, but then this fire started! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 5: The Inhuman Torch

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Episode Synopsis: Bender accidentally becomes a firefighting hero, and loves it so much that he becomes a full-time firefighter. And he has plenty of opportunities to display his heroism, because fires mysteriously start everywhere he goes.

On this show:

  • Luke asks Gabe whether this episode has a dues ex machina
  • Gabe talks about the many parallels between this episode and two of his favorite Simpsons episode
  • Luke discusses the parallels between this episode and Parks and Recreation
  • Gabe and Luke debate what Fry was thinking when Bender wound up *not* being the arsonist at the end.
  • Luke and Gabe both revel at the first glorious five minutes of Zapp Brannigan’s absurd stupidity as satire
02 Jan 2019Episode 75: The Devil’s Hands Are Idle Playthings01:07:51

How Ironic!  Listen in as Luke, Gabe, and special guest Izzie discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 16: The Devil’s Hands Are Idle Playthings.

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On this show:

  • Gabe, Izzie and Luke debate which of Bender’s special abilities would win in a fight.
  • Gabe bemoans the curtain call of Scruffy on the pre-cancellation seasons
  • Luke and Gabe compete on renditions of hedonism bot.  Gabe wins.
  • Izzie brings up how Fry’s opera is similar to how augmented reality happen today.
  • Gabe admits there is at least one Tinny Tim joke in the season that he likes.
05 Oct 2021Episode 159: Most and Least Sci-Fi Episodes01:27:40

I'm gonna be a science-fiction hero, just like Uhura, or Captain Janeway, or Xena! Listen in as Luke and Gabe continue the ALM victory lap, and debate which  Futurama episodes are the “most” and “least” science fiction.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke lay out their definitions of science fiction.
  • Gabe does a deep dive into the definitions of “A” and “B” stories to prove his choices for “most” sci-fi are better than Luke’s.
  • Luke debates Gabe’s second choice for 10 minutes, referencing at least 3 other Sci-Fi films as reference points.
  • Luke and Gabe split the thinnest of hairs on least sci-fi episode choices.
  • Gabe links a “backup” episode choice to Luke’s first choice episode, which Luke connects to the human condition in real life, which Gabe then links to a Simpsons episode he has memorized.
21 Jan 2019Episode 77: Bender’s Big Score Part 100:57:32

Sir, you’re just a little enraged because you’re dying.  Listen in as Luke, Gabe and special guest Taylor discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 1: Bender’s Big Score Part 1.

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On this show:

  • Luke describes how computer security pen testing works in the context of Bender’s obedience virus
  • Gabe and Taylor discuss what might have happened in the gap between Season 5 and Bender’s Big Score.
  • Gabe, Luke and Taylor discuss how none of them had any clue as to Lars’ “big secret”.
  • The group has a spirited discussion about the visual treatment of the spammers.
  • Gabe talks about how he doesn’t like being added to lists, except for the most important one he’ll die for.
28 May 2019Episode 93: Season 6 Wrap Up Part I01:03:44

Sweet photons. I don't know if you're waves or particles, but you go down smooth! Listen in as Izzy, Luke, and Gabe rank and discuss the four films in Futurama Season 6.

Back Gabe's Kickstarter "For Molly: A Comic" on Kickstarter now! http://kck.st/2XaBizv

Follow us on Twitter @ALMPod or on Facebook at facebook.com/almpod/. 

Check out our website at almpod.com.

On this show:

  • Luke talks about how one of the movies got him through grad school.
  • Izzy reveals a part of The Beast with a Billion Backs that she doesn’t understand, Luke explains it emphatically
  • Izzy gets so angry that she curses, we bleep it out to keep our iTunes rating.  It’s pretty hilarious.
  • Luciano gets excited about how this season was a useful study of human behavior.  Izzy points out that it got a little convoluted for a cartoon that was usually full of jokes.
  • Izzy talks about how much she weighs characters and story against her favorite themes, specifically the art of a specific robot.  Gabe interjects and agrees.  Luke half-agrees.
16 Dec 2020Episode 140: T.: The Terrestrial01:07:23

Sir, there's an Omicronian ship requesting safe passage home. Home, eh? That's where I live! Let 'em through the blockade. Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 3: T.: The Terrestrial.

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Episode Synopsis: The crew goes to Omicron Persei 8, where Fry is left behind, and rescued by a local boy, but his only wish is to go home.

On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss whether Bender is following the first law of robotics (probably not)
  • Gabe discusses how David X. Cohen received a “limitation” on the use of a specific word for this episode.
  • Gabe and Luke debate what an “All Adult Pancake House” would look like
  • Gabe and Luke debate whether Lrrr is being a good father or not.
  • Luke produces a hypothesis as to why the Omicronians eat their mothers and kill their mothers.
28 Apr 2020Episode 123: The Bots and the Bees01:24:58

All we have left to remember this podcast are these innocent playthings we stole together! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 9, Episode 1: The Bots and the Bees.

Back the Kickstarter for Gabe's comic FOR MOLLY! Ends Friday May 22nd http://kck.st/2XW9aDs

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Episode Synopsis: Bender becomes a father after he impregnates the Planet Express soda machine.

On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe talk about how a seltzer machine and electric tea kettle changed the dynamic in their respective workplaces.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the sacrifices Bender made to become a father, and how that ties into the theme of the episode.
  • Gabe points out that no one at Planet Express ever wants to help when a coworker has a serious addiction problem.
  • Luke weighs in on the Ben's expansion slot, and how that relates to a robot's memories and abilities.
  • Gabe and Luke do a deep dive into how a vending machine could turn off a light switch.
21 Apr 2020Episode 122: Season 8 Wrap Up01:33:18

Oooo, I wonder what’s in this podcast?  I'd better use my special Robot vision to see what's inside.  Listen in as Luke and Gabe rank and discuss the episodes in Futurama Season 8.

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Check out the Kickstarter for Gabe's comic "For Molly" #1-3 at http://kck.st/2XW9aDs

On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe rank their favorite episodes and quotes from Futurama Season 8
  • Gabe reveals common threads of writing throughout the season, including what did and didn’t work
  • Luke talks about how one part of the season reminds him heavily of work.
  • Gabe gives us a rendition of Officer Url
  • Luke talks about how doing ALM the podcast influenced his choices for his top episodes
04 May 2021Episode 149: Stench and Stenchibility01:20:12

Man, you are irredeemably evil. Together we shall rule the galaxy! Listen in as Luke, Gabe, and special guest Taylor discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 12: Stench and Stenchibility.

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Episode Synopsis: Zoidberg's budding romance with a flower shop owner who cannot smell his unpleasant odor is tested when he's given the opportunity to give her a nose transplant.

On this show:

  • Taylor and Gabe quote some show called “The Simpsons” for like 5 minutes, Luke understands little
  • Luke points out his hypothesis as to why the garbage truck loads the dumpster backwards
  • Gabe, Luke, and Taylor discuss the odd tap-dancing B-story, and whether Bender is uncharacteristic in his cruelty
  • Gabe discusses what it’s like to watch this episode having never seen Game of Thrones
  • Lots of jokes about New Jersey, from basically everyone.
14 Sep 2018Episode 59: Season 4 Wrap Up01:01:01

Listen in as Luke and Gabe cure their bone-itis, run out of Dom Perignon bubble bath, and discuss their favorite episodes and quotes of Futurama Season 4.

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On this show:

  • Luke discusses how these episodes are part of his vernacular.
  • Gabe discusses how Zoidberg as a house guest speaks to Luke on a different level than 20 years ago.
  • Luke discusses which episodes of Futurama pay off the emotional investments over the course of four seasons
  • Both Luke and Gabe discuss which podcasts this season had the most amazing discussions.
  • Gabe discusses the themes of his favorite episodes
16 Nov 2020Episode 138: 2-D Blacktop01:09:58

The feast is served. Choose whatever two-dimensional foods you like. Crêpes, flatbread, McDonald's hamburgers. You get the idea. Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 1: 2-D Blacktop.

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Episode Synopsis: After Planet Express ship is scrapped, professor saves it from the junkyard and rebuilds it into a super racer. But an accident during a race sends the ship into a two-dimensional universe.

On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke debate whether structure is important in the episode or humor carries the day
  • Luke lists which Fast & Furious movies he’s seen, and the level of satire the writers used here
  • Gabe discusses how this episode breaks the story circle
  • Gabe and Luke both converge on the same Demolition Man reference from this episode
  • Gabe does his amazing impressions of the street racer’s dark backstory
21 May 2019Episode 92: Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 401:11:09

Can the witness identify the leader?  YES! That’s her right there, with the “I’m gonna kill you Bender” look in her eye. Listen in as Luke, Gabe, and special guest Taylor discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 16: Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 4.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Taylor hypothesize what horrible things the head of Richard Nixon would do to the Supreme Court in 3009
  • Gabe and Luke admire the commitment to always knocking Fry unconscious when talking to the mad fellows
  • Gabe gets excited when Bender gets to use his hammer face again.
  • Gabe, Taylor, and Luke hypothesize about the connection between the dark one and the tunneling horror from Bender’s Game
  • Luke and Gabe once again get into a discussion about how much exposition is necessary.  Gabe probably wins the argument, but Luke gets in a zinger about Windows Vista at the end.
27 Jul 2021Episode 154: Space Pilot 3000 Redux01:26:30

You make a persuasive argument, Fry! Listen in as Luke and Gabe continue the ALM victory lap, and re-discuss the pilot episode of Futurama, Space Pilot 3000.

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The FOR MOLLY #1-4 Kickstarter is going on right now and ends Friday August 6th. Check out the campaign here http://kck.st/2VF2xpY and join the adventure!

Read FOR MOLLY #1 at http://gabechengcomics.com/formolly/ and follow FOR MOLLY on Twitter/Instagram @gabechengcomics and on Facebook facebook.com/formollycomic/

Episode Synopsis: A down-on-his-luck pizza delivery guy is accidentally frozen on New Year's Eve 1999, and wakes up in 2999.

On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss how the podcast has changed since the first episode, and re-analyze the Pilot with the new format.
  • Gabe talks about how each of the characters begin their journeys, and how much we’ve learned about them by analyzing every episode.
  • Luke re-realizes how much of Futurama is New York jokes, and gets on his soapbox about how crowded it is on the L train.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss all the little Easter eggs we now know, given that we’ve analyzed every episode
  • Gabe gets to meet his favorite tertiary character again.
24 Dec 2018Episode 74: Bender Should Not Be Allowed On TV01:01:55

BOOOO!  WE DEMAND BENDER!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 15: Bender Should Not Be Allowed on TV.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke debate the relevancy of network executives managing content in todays world.
  • Gabe wonders why all the kids from the Orphanariam are at the birthday part.
  • Luke wonders why the network president laptop has a real pistol rather than a laser
  • Gabe and Luke write an ending with more science fiction to this episode.
  • Gabe schools Luke on Mommy Dearest.
02 Mar 2021Episode 145: Assie Come Home01:03:04

All hands on deck...for mojitos. Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 8: Assie Come Home.

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Episode Synopsis: Bender searches the entire universe for his shiny metal rear end.

On this show:

  • Gabe has at least 3 amazing lists of visual gags
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the controversial ending
  • Luke discusses how Fry and Bender’s friendship allows them to resolve the core conflict
  • Gabe and Luke discuss their favorite stories about Hedonismbot from the series
  • Gabe does his amazing impression of the lighthouse keeper, which is based off a character from Jaws
09 Jul 2018Episode 50: Love and Rocket00:46:27

Listen in as Luke and Gabe make Lovey Bears by kissing them together out of blanket cloth and magic buttons … and discuss Futurama Season 4 Episode 4: Love and Rocket.

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19 Jun 2019Bonus Episode: For Molly Comic Part 200:21:39

A special bonus episode about Gabe's comic FOR MOLLY.

The Kickstarter for chapter two is going on right now and ends Friday June 28.  Back the kickstarter now! http://kck.st/2XaBizv 

Check out FOR MOLLY chapter one at http://formollycomic.com/

Follow FOR MOLLY on Twitter/Instagram @gabechengcomics and on Facebook  facebook.com/formollycomic/

On this show:

  • Izzy gives her first impressions of FOR MOLLY chapter one.
  • Gabe talks about the process of creating the comic with artist Benjamin Sawyer, and Izzy compares it to her work in video games.
  • Gabe explains why he's doing the Kickstarter.
  • Izzy talks about her experience creating two variant covers for the comic.
  • Gabe asks what Izzy thought about the character design in chapter one.
  • Izzy reveals her favorite pages from the comic.
17 Jun 2019Episode 96: In-A-Gadda-Da-Leela00:55:31

Commence purity chant!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 2: In-A-Gadda-Da-Leela.

Back Gabe’s kickstarter FOR MOLLY! Ends Friday June 28.  http://kck.st/2XaBizv

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke get excited that Uranus is still correctly renamed as Urectum on the maps
  • Gabe and Luke discuss how the season endures almost more through memes than through narrative
  • Gabe gets into some even more obscure Nixon history trivia.
  • Gabe and Luke list every show they watched as a child … from Get Smart to Batman The Animated Series
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the Matrix Reloaded and how it relates to a scene with lots of TVs
06 Aug 2018Episode 54: Godfellas01:07:56

Listen in as Gabe makes Luke take a nap in the tube … and discuss Futurama Season 4, Episode 8: Godfellas.

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In this episode:

  • Gabe points out all of the details about the Space Pirate that Luke missed.
  • Luke compares Futurama's treatment of religion to the Battlestar Galactica reboot.
  • Luke cites space battles in Star Trek when discussing the physics behind Bender being shot into space.
  • Luke and Gabe praise the artistry of the backgrounds we see while Bender floats through space.
  • Luke and Gabe get as irritated by Helper as Fry was.
23 Feb 2021Bonus Episode: The BirdBot of Ice-Catraz with Jordan Thomas00:36:38

Comics and Futurama collide in this special bonus episode! Listen as Gabe talks Futurama season 3 episode 9 "The BirdBot of Ice-Catraz" with Jordan Thomas, writer of WEIRD WORK now on Kickstarter.

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Support the Kickstarter for Jordan's comic WEIRD WORK! Ends Monday March 22nd. Back the campaign here: http://kck.st/2NBo0fw

Synopsis: LA Confidential meets Futurama in part 1 of this sci-fi noir epic. Written by Jordan Thomas with art by comics legend Shaky Kane (2000AD, Image, DC Comics).

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On this show:

  • Jordan explains how he got connected with artist Shaky Kane, and how their collaboration on WEIRD WORK came together.
  • Gabe commends Jordan for continuing to make comics and launch Kickstarters during the COVID19 lockdown.
  • Jordan and Gabe discuss their mutual love for Bender, Zoidberg, and Hedonismbot.
  • Gabe shoe horns the recent revival of sea shanties into the conversation.
  • Jordan talks about the "tiered jokes" in Futurama, and breaks down an example from this episode involving penguin eggs.
15 Jan 2020Episode 115: All the Presidents’ Heads01:03:29

Far out! That head gave me a total head trip! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 7: All the Presidents’ Heads.

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Episode Synopsis: The crew changes the outcome of the American revolution when they travel back in time.  First aired on July 28, 2011.

On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss the potential dangers of approaching a single cow with no owner.
  • Luke produces a theory as to why the British-American alternative history propaganda video has such low production quality
  • Gabe discusses all the historical research and accuracies in the episode
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the amazing costume changes in this episode, and their theories around Bender’s clothing
  • Gabe discusses a specific insult made by the professor that attacks his childhood.  Luke concurs.
08 Apr 2019Episode 88: Bender’s Game Part 400:53:23

Yes! We made it out of that godforsaken cave. Now, what's the fastest way home? Back through the cave?  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 12: Bender’s Game Part 4.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss which jokes make them the most uncomfortable during the journey into Cornwood
  • Gabe reveals where the obscure QVC-knife eviscerator joke comes from, and why the creators focused on it for so long
  • Luke and Gabe talk about how Roberto is a perfect parody of Denathor, steward of Gondor from Lord of the Rings.
  • Gabe laments that Scruffy was featured for a moment, and that he would have made a Samwise Gamgee.
  • Gabe explains the origins of Peaches the Ogre
06 Sep 2021Episode 157: Favorite One-Off Characters01:19:48

Um, uh, sign it to Melllvar. 'Melllvar' has three Ls … I think I've done enough conventions to know how to spell 'Melllvar'. Listen in as Luke, Gabe, and special guest Izzie continue the ALM victory lap, and list their favorite Futurama one-off characters.

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Follow Izzy on Instagram @izzychengart and support her on Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/izzychengart/

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On this show:

  • Gabe submits a list of over 200 one-off characters to choose from.
  • Izzie makes a compelling case for what *she* would say if she were to interact with one of her favorite one-off characters.
  • Gabe reenacts one of Luke’s favorite impressions.
  • Izzie and Gabe discuss how their characters do and do not overlap.
  • Luke, Gabe and Izzie list dozens of “honorable honorable mention” one-off characters that were painful to leave off their lists.
18 Aug 2020Bonus Episode: I Read Comic Books Podcast Crossover00:41:18

Comics and Futurama collide in this crossover event! Listen in as Gabe talks Futurama season 1 episode 7 "My Three Suns" with Mike Rapin, host of the I Read Comic Books Podcast. And hear Gabe talk about his comic projects on a recent episode of I Read Comic Books.

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Back the Kickstarter for Gabe’s comic LOVE AT FIRST BITE! Ends Wednesday August 26th. Back the campaign here:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gabechengcomics/love-at-first-bite-romantic-comedy-one-shot-with-vampires

I Read Comic Books is a weekly panel-style podcast about comic books and being a comics fan. Every week, host Mike Rapin is joined by two regular panelists to discuss comics they're reading and looking forward to as well as other comics-focused topics.

You can find the podcast at ircbpodcast.com or in your favorite podcatcher.

Follow IRCB on Twitter and Instagram @ircbpodcast. Subscribe to their Patreon patreon.com/ircbpodcast or join them on Goodreads ircbpodcast.com/goodreads

On this show:

  • Mike talks about the comics he's currently reading, and recommends some books for fellow fans and Manga newcomers like Gabe.
  • Gabe and Mike list the things in "My Three Suns" that survive the entire run of the series, like Bender's role on the ship and The Professor's catchphrase.
  • Gabe talks about Little Neptune and the authenticity of New New York with a New Yorker that isn't Luke!
  • Gabe and Mike are both impressed by Fry's resilience in the face of insane circumstances.
  • Gabe and Mike talk about some of the things they won't allow themselves to impulse buy.
09 Dec 2020Episode 139: Fry and Leela’s Big Fling01:21:10

Sigh … I’ll just sit here and feed the mosquitoes. Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 2: Fry and Leela’s Big Fling.

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Episode Synopsis: Fry and Leela try to have some private time, but no matter where they go someone gets in their way. Finally they pay for a secluded romantic getaway, which turns out to be even worse.

On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss the world building and return of some amazing characters all the way from pre-cancellation
  • Gabe articulates how the plot of this episode is similar to “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark”
  • Gabe does his impressions of Sean … who’s breakup with Leela was totally mutual
  • Gabe and Luke debate for like 15 minutes about the balance between realistic character interactions and world building vs sitcom story structure and conflict
  • The purpose of this podcast is not to rewrite Futurama … so Gabe restrains himself and only does that like … twice.
30 Oct 2018Episode 66: Teenage Mutant Leela's Hurdles01:03:42

Listen in as Luke and Gabe keep getting younger until they suffer a fate worse than death: pre-life! Then death.  And discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 7: Teenage Mutant Leela's Hurdles.

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Also check out Gabe’s Kickstarter for his webcomic, “For Molly”, Chapter 2 at http://kck.st/2yCvzYS

On this show:

  • Gabe has an amazing rendition of rebellious teenage Bender
  • Luke discusses how the passage of age on Futurama is treated as an accessory.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the Professor’s evolved sense of modesty, and how it contributes to the plot.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss Leela’s relationship to her parents … and tequila.
  • Gabe asks everyone what is going on with Zoidberg and his youthful forms, while Luke just curses him with his last breath.
16 Oct 2019Episode 109: Neutopia00:47:34

Greetings, soft ones. Who among you is your leader? Listen in as Luke, and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 1: Neutopia.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke attempt to imitate the severe passiveness of the rock alien.
  • Luke talks about how the Planet Express ship modifications look like the plane from Tailspin, and from an obscure episode of a 70’s TV Show.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the amazing character animation that happens on the alien planet.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss how much they enjoy the “autopilot” on the ship.
  • Luke learns what Deus Ex Machina is … once and for all … I SAID ONCE AND FOR ALL
10 Aug 2021Episode 155: Favorite “Holy Trinity” Episodes01:38:51

O’ cruel fate, to be thusly boned! Ask not for whom the bone bones—it bones for thee! Listen in as Luke and Gabe continue the ALM victory lap, and list their favorite “Holy Trinity” (Fry, Bender and Leela focused) episodes of Futurama.

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On this show:

  • Luke thinks that Star Trek originated the term “Holy Trinity”. Gabe disputes this.
  • Gabe and Luke debate the definition of “Holy Trinity” episode, and whether the cause and solution to the conflict need originate from Fy, Bender or Leela.
  • Gabe makes a bunch of rules about his choosing process, then breaks at least one of them.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss how Bender, Fry and Leela’s relationships have all evolved through the series.
  • Gabe slams Luke for forgetting that the distance of 1 million cubits had been discussed on the show before.
07 Jul 2020Episode 129: The Six Million Dollar Mon01:13:46

Let the interviews begin! Good luck everybody but Zoidberg. Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 9, Episode 7: The Six Million Dollar Mon.

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Follow FOR MOLLY on Twitter/Instagram @gabechengcomics and on Facebook  facebook.com/formollycomic/

Episode Synopsis: After Hermes gets replaced by a machine he gets himself upgraded to become useful again for the company.

On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss how this episode tackles PTSD in the Futurama world
  • Luke and Gabe discuss how the Robot Devil could live under Hermes’ house
  • Gabe points out that even 1000 years in the future, doctors still have a favorite sport
  • Luke comes up with a theory as to how Zoidberg controls a complex puppet with his claw
  • The purpose of this podcast is not to rewrite Futurama, so Luke and Gabe spend 20 minutes doing just that
14 Aug 2019Episode 103: A Clockwork Origin01:11:49

Robots do everything faster. Including evolving and believing how quickly things spring up!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 9: A Clockwork Origin

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On this show:

  • Luke sympathizes for Zoidberg babysitting Cubert
  • Gabe and Luke hypothesize why Professor Farnsworth would need 4 grand pianos
  • Luke and Gabe split hairs on the heat ratios of genetic algorithm evolved plants on m-class planets
  • Gabe explains what 4 point perspective is and why it’s so hard to teach
  • Luke complains about pineapple pizza.  Gabe tacitly agrees but think it’s a New York joke.  Luke just doesn’t like bad pizza.
17 Jul 2018Episode 51: Leela’s Homeworld00:34:02

All right, environment, you've met your match!  So listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 4 Episode 5: Leela’s Homeworld.

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25 Mar 2019Episode 86: Bender’s Game Part 200:56:46

There is no [dark matter] shortage, you moronic ass-brain! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 10: Bender’s Game Part 2.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss how much exposition goes on during this part of Benders Game, and the movie as a whole
  • Luke talks a bit about lipstick dog chemistry
  • Gabe and Luke discuss “Hammer Therapy” as a metaphor for the cultural gap between perception and reality for mental health
  • Luke does an OK impression of Dr. Perceptron.  Gabe does excellent impressions of Mom, Morbo, and rampaging killbots.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss the finally, revealed, definitive location of Planet Express as revealed by Momcorp’s locator device
02 Dec 2021BONUS EPISODE! Preview of Gabe and Luke’s next podcast, “Another Lousy TV Podcast”!00:08:25

Morty, take a deep breath. Breathe that breathe that fresh air in, Morty. Y-you smell that? That's the smell of adventure, Morty. That's that's the smell of-of-of-of a whole different evolutionary timeline. Listen to this short preview of “Another Lousy TV Podcast”, as Gabe and Luke discuss the pilot of Rick and Morty.

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On this show:

  • Gabe previews the structure of our next podcast, Another Lousy TV Podcast (ALTV).
  • Gabe and Luke discuss where Rick sits on the spectrum between antagonist and anti-hero
  • Luke and Gabe talk about how much doing the podcast has changed their outlook on the show.
  • Gabe points out the “tough guy” trope differences between Greece, The Brady Bunch, Rebel Without A Cause, and The Wild One (Luke has no idea).
  • Luke discusses his thoughts on side characters in Rick and Morty vs other cartoons.
18 Sep 2019Episode 107: The Futurama Holiday Spectacular00:46:36

I hate to complain about the heat, but the air conditioner is on fire! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 12: The Futurama Holiday Spectacular.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe openly ponder if there’s a secret Germ Warfare Repository near the real Seed Vault in Norway.
  • Gabe talks about the return of Barbados Slim
  • Luke talks about how the Robanukah story relates to one of his least favorite, most outlandish Sci-Fi films
  • Gabe does an impression of Billy West and Phil LaMarr, who themselves are doing an impression of bees, who themselves are doing impressions of Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci from Raging Bull
  • Luke learns that Bachman–Turner Overdrive isn’t just a joke in Futurama.
30 Mar 2021Episode 147: Game of Tones01:35:00

Go you bastard, kick that football! Ah, you blew it again! Listen in as Luke, Gabe, and special guest Izzie discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 10: Game of Tones.

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Episode Synopsis: The Planet Express crew journeys into Fry's dreams to pull off a mission in the year 1999.

On this show:

  • Gabe does his impression of Nixon and Yancy Fry arguing in year 1999.
  • Luke proposes a theory as to why the Eiffel Tower is on a antigravity platform
  • Izzie discusses her theories about Fry’s dream physics.
  • Luke and Izzie outvote Gabe on whether or not Tron Legacy is a good movie (hint: it is).
  • Gabe and Izzie draw comparisons between this episode and “Onward”, without spoilers because Luke hasn’t seen it.

Show Notes

[01:47]

Izzy dislikes that creepy sound in the Game of Tones. It gives an impression of horror vibes and reminds her of the movie Annihilation.

[05:01]

Luke: it’s a great vehicle to achieve the point of Fry talking to his family. However, there is no clear structure and consequence of the said episode.

[06:25]

Gabe felt that the planet-destroying spaceship was overcomplicated.

[07:40]

Fry wants to find the source of the tone to save the world, but he needs to reconnect with his Mom. However, there is no specific reason why Fry needs to find his Mom, character-wise, that made things less emotionally impactful.

First Act

[14:04]

Gabe finds the thought spikes intriguing. He sees the “communication function” as a combination of danger and weird because of how it looks (like a paper cone), and you can dispose of it right away.

[22:47]

Fry taking out his clothes and getting a job offer at Lehman Brothers is a specific joke about the 2008 Global Recession.

[25:39]

Gabe thought that the first act did a great job concealing what is about to happen. But his biggest problem with the episode is precisely its strengths. There are hints that Fry misses his family, but there is no compelling reason why he needs to specifically see his mother—what is it in her that he needs to get to fulfill something?

[27:44]

Izzy thought that Fry always had that feeling of missing his past.

Second Act

[40:09]

Luke suggested that rules can be anything in a human dream. It is a combination of different things blended based on emotion rather than the direct memories of reality—a collection of reveries.

[42:29]

Gabe thought that, like the First Act, it suffers from a lack of specificity. It would have been better if Fry said something he has in mind to his Mom.

Third Act

[21:31 – Part 2]

Luke appreciated the show’s nuances in letting the audience fill in the blanks rather than dragging them on the journey. It felt more realistic because not everything you encounter in life fits a hero’s journey narrative.

Theories and Insights

[29:50 – Part 2]

Izzy felt that the writers don’t want Fry’s character to be left without closure losing his family.

[30:46 – Part 2]

Gabe thought that this is a testament to Fry’s character development—starting from being juvenile and immature to be aware of his place in the world and write his own life.

Favorite Episodes about Fry

[32:36 – Part 2]

Luke loved the “The Luck of the Fryrish.” it is a journey about siblings and an essential journey of Fry, Bender, and Leela—the holy trinity.

[34:08 – Part 2]

Izzy corroborates Luke’s opinion, and she loved “The Luck of the Fryrish” because of how you can visibly see the characters’ learning, growth, and development.

[35:20 – Part 2]

Gabe: “Jurassic Park” is the best-written episode of Futurama.

Favorite Quotes

[36:54 – Part 2]

Izzy’s favorite quote was when Leela entered Fry’s dream telling him – “The world is ending, and your dream pants need changing!” and

[37:44 – Part 2]

Luke’s favorite quote was when Fry asked the crew and professor – “Can I have some milk and cookies first?” and the professor gave him what he wished—only in syringed form.

[40:08 – Part 2]

Gabe’s favorite was when Fry went to his old home and saw his Mom saying – “Go, you bastard! Kick that football. Oh, you blew it again!” Fry asked his Mom who was playing only to be told – “Nobody! I’m watching the Charlie Brown special.”

[42:47 – Part 2]

Luke’s last favorite quote was when Yancey commented to Fry– “How are you going to pay off your debt to the Columbia House Record Club if you keep losing jobs?”

[44:56 – Part 2]

Gabe’s last favorite quote when Fry entered his mother’s dream saying – “Hi Mom!” and her Mom responded – “Hi sweetie! Do you want some crackers and a cheese slice hat?”

04 Jan 2020Episode 114: Yo Leela Leela00:56:22

Okay, kids. Put away the dust motes 'til tomorrow, it’s story time! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 6: Yo Leela Leela.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss the dynamic between Leela and Bender, and how Bender doesn’t put the X in extortion this time
  • Luke talks theories about how it’s possible that Warden Vogel still has a job
  • The purpose of this podcast is not to rewrite Futurama, but Gabe pitches an alternate ending.
  • Luke and Gabe both betray their lack of knowledge of the TeleTubbies
  • Gabe and Luke debate how this compares to Anthology of Interest episodes
15 Apr 2022Episode 162: We’re Back!00:28:44

So what does this mean for us and our many fans? It means we’re back on the air! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss the reboot of Futurama on Hulu, and what this means for Another Lousy Millennium!

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On this show:

  • Futurama is restarting in 2023!!! Gabe and Luke give their reactions.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss the new and improved ALM plan.
  • Gabe and Luke lay out plans for the “interregnum” between now and when Futurama restarts.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss #BenderGate
09 Sep 2020Episode 133: Viva Mars Vegas01:11:03

God didn't get to be God by giving his money away! Listen in as Luke, Gabe, and special guest Izzy discuss Futurama Season 9, Episode 11: Viva Mars Vegas.

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Episode Synopsis: The Planet Express crew goes gambling in Mars Vegas where they risk far more than losing their chips.

On this show:

  • Special guest Izzy points out her favorite character on the show.
  • Luke discusses potential alternate endings that don’t make use of a Maltese Falcoln-esque plot device.
  • Gabe points out how this show uses an unusual character pairing to drive narrative.
  • Gabe gets to finally use his favorite quote from Amy!
  • Izzy and Luke discuss the point in the show that gave them both anxiety attacks.
24 Sep 2018Episode 61: Jurassic Bark00:55:22

Professor! Lava! HOT! Listen in as Luke and Gabe wave their fancy degrees at each other, and discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 2: Jurassic Bark.

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On this show:

  • Gabe steals the one funny quote in this episode, and says it was totally intentional.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss how accurate it is that the late 90’s are referred to as “The Stupid Ages”.
  • Gabe discusses how Seymour barking Walking on Sunshine always seemed a little far-fetched.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss how Bender’s behavior might derive from the fear that he could get replaced and they could get a new bending unit.  It's not like Bender’s got a ton of friends.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss whether this is an accurate portrayal, given what we know up to this point, of how bender and Fry would react to this situation in their relationship.
17 Jul 2017Preview: Here’s to Another Lousy Millennium!00:02:33

Here’s to Another Lousy Millennium: A Futurama Fan Podcast!

Luke and Gabe, two brothers and lifelong fans of Futurama, give a heartfelt and comedic fan’s review of each episode.

Listen in as we analyze the series as a whole, break down the narratives of each episode, and relive our favorite moments and lines.

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03 Jul 2019Episode 98: Proposition Infinity00:56:21

Pardon my language, but I have had it with you ruffling my petticoats!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 4: Proposition Infinity

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On this show:

  • Luke discusses how much Bender’s graffiti art reminds him of a compiler
  • Gabe points out that Leela’s comment about the tornado plan indicates that she was not expecting it to succeed
  • Luke is reminded about how much he likes Amy’s parents … and Inez’s very specific timeline for becoming a grandmother.
  • Gabe and Luke both discuss how Futurama addresses the important theme of the episode
  • Gabe does a pretty good impression of The Preacher Bot
28 Nov 2018Episode 70: Three Hundred Big Boys01:00:36

What to do, what to do. One 300 dollar hookerbot or 300 one dollar hookerbots? Listen in and find out, as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 11: Three Hundred Big Boys.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss the morality of having a sentient tattoo
  • Luke compares one sly robot’s actions to one of his favorite XKCD cartoons
  • Luke and Gabe weigh the cost of Zoidberg’s lesson with his theft throughout the episode
  • Gabe does a excellent imitation of Billy West voicing Fry tweaking on coffee
  • I don’t need a fifth bullet point, I’m a Whale Biologist.
29 Apr 2019Episode 90: Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 200:57:24

Status reports, Science Officer?   Zilcho. No sign of life or intelligence. Just like Fry on a date!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 14: Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 2.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke get into a heated exposition about exposition.
  • Gabe steals Luke’s favorite quote that happens in the first 5 minutes of the episode.
  • Luke is impressed how the Legion of MadFellows uses their feet to gesticulate
  • Gabe and Luke discuss how Fry and Leela’s narratives intersect (or don’t) in this part of the movie.
  • Gabe talks about how much he loves double-talk, and how it’s used with the leech as a mascot.
18 Jul 2019Episode 100: Lethal Inspection01:13:39

Listen in as Luke and Gabe kick the ass of Inspector 5 by kicking the asses of Inspector 2 and 3, and discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 6: Lethal Inspection.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe debate how the dialog between Bender and Hermes sounds when they are alone.
  • Gabe reveals the origin voice of Roger the Alien from American Dad
  • Gabe and Luke debate why Hermes would swallow a calculator to gain it’s power
  • Gabe reveals what was in Alienese on the paper that Leela hid
  • Gabe points out that Hermes is the sole driver of the plot.  Luke is impressed.
15 Nov 2018Episode 68: The Sting01:04:11

Listen in as Gabe burns Luke’s timecard so he doesn’t come back as a Zombie looking for his final paycheck … and discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 9: The String.

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On this show:

  • Luke discusses how he got totally duped by the writer’s misdirect
  • Gabe goes through at least 3 lists of Easter eggs from different scenes
  • Gabe and Luke discuss the morality of stealing honey from a hard working mother bee with 10,000 children (hint: it’s not)
  • Luke discusses how the black box from the prior crew reminds him of Event Horizon
  • Gabe doesn’t want to pat himself on the back too much but totally knew what was going on all along.
04 Jul 2018Episode 48: A Tale of Two Santas00:34:02

Listen in as Luke and Gabe join the Zarlon 7 Polar Bear Club and take the plunge into a river of liquid ammonia!  Also, they discuss Futurama Season 4 Episode 2: A Tale of Two Santas.

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16 Mar 2021Episode 146: Leela and the Genestalk01:09:02

You sack of bags of buckets of idiots! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 9: Leela and the Genestalk.

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Episode Synopsis: The reason why Turanga Munda appears more mutated than in her original appearance is explained.

On this show:

  • Gabe discusses how this episode is similar to a number of Simpsons episodes.
  • Luke and Gabe go into the amazing voice acting of Tress Macneille voice acting “Mom”.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss their favorite joke in the episode: A 3-second visual joke about office supplies
  • Gabe discusses line dancing class from high school.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the odd ending, and Gabe gets into how the writers discussed it on the audio commentary
12 Jun 2019Bonus Episode: For Molly Comic Part 100:16:51

A special bonus episode about Gabe's comic FOR MOLLY.

The Kickstarter for chapter two is going on right now and ends Friday June 28.  Back the kickstarter now! http://kck.st/2XaBizv 

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On this show:

  • Luke gives his first impressions of FOR MOLLY chapter one.
  • Gabe summarizes FOR MOLLY, talks about what novels inspired the comic, and compares it thematically to Futurama.
  • Luke asks how much the main character in FOR MOLLY is based on Gabe.
  • Gabe tells the story of meeting his artist, Benjamin Sawyer, and collaborating with him to create the comic.
  • Gabe talks about researching real locations in the New Jersey forest and using them as the setting for the comic.
  • Gabe talks about the Kickstarter rewards he's most excited about, and what he's offering Luke for free as a "sibling discount."
04 Jun 2021Episode 151: Season 10 Wrap Up Part I01:07:25

Someone save me! I made a rope from my clothes, but then this fire started. Listen in as Luke and Gabe list their favorite episodes of Futurama Season 10. Part II (favorite quotes) coming in 2 weeks!

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe list their 3 favorite episodes and honorable mentions for Season 10.
  • Gabe and Luke disagree mightily on their top 3 of their lists
  • Gabe is shocked that Luke and himself overlap for one of their favorites.
  • Gabe pitches an alternate ending for two of the three episodes.
  • Gabe is shocked for his #1 episode and drills holes in Luciano’s #1 choice. Luke does the same for Gabe.
20 Aug 2020BONUS EPISODE! Don't miss out on Love at First Bite!00:18:56

A special bonus episode about Gabe’s new comic LOVE AT FIRST BITE.

The LOVE AT FIRST BITE Kickstarter is going on right now and ends Wednesday August 26th. A capricious young woman named Alina decides to get back at her ex-boyfriend by becoming a vampire and rubbing his face in it.

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On this show:

  • Gabe talks about how analyzing Futurama for the podcast motivated him to write a romantic comedy about vampires.
  • Gabe compares LOVE AT FIRST BITE to one of the most romantic episodes of Futurama.
  • Luke and Gabe talk about famous Los Angeles landmarks that are featured in the comic.
04 Jun 2018Episode 45: I Dated A Robot00:39:00

Listen in as Luke and Gabe decide if Kirk could kick Picard’s ass (spoiler: he couldn’t), and discuss Futurama Season 3 Episode 15: I Dated A Robot.

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Episode Synopsis: Fry ignores the warnings of the Planet Express staff and starts dating a robot with the downloaded personality and holographic image of Lucy Liu. Leela and Bender make a disturbing discovery while trying to save Fry from his short-sighted decision.

On this show:

  • Gabe points out all the references to Terminator.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the propaganda video in the episode about dating robots, and how it fails to work on Fry.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss Napster in its heyday.
  • Luke and Gabe debate the staying power of Lucy Liu vs other Futurama celebrity cameos.
  • Luke wishes he would ride a T-Rex and Central Park and no one would judge him for it.
13 May 2020Episode 125: Decision 301201:13:55

Two words: condor attack. Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 9, Episode 3: Decision 3012.

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Episode Synopsis: Leela becomes the campaign manager for a presidential candidate whose Earth certificate is mysteriously missing.

On this show:

  • Luke compares time travel in this episode to movies like Twelve Monkeys and The Terminator.
  • Luke likes the way Morbo moderates political debates.
  • Gabe pitches an alternate version of the story where the stakes are raised by putting Fry in peril.
  • Luke and Gabe endeavor to answer the age old podcast question, how much Watergate humor is too much?
  • Gabe does an impression of a septic tank.
27 Aug 2019Episode 105: Lrrreconcilable Ndndifferences01:19:04

Your key card may not open the exercise room because someone smeared mystery on the lock. But it will open … the Scary Door.  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 11: Lrrreconcilable Ndndifferences. 

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On this show:

  • Gabe draws parallels between this episode and “That Darn Katz!”.
  • Luke describe Klingon fighting style.  Gabe nails a Zapp impression.
  • Gabe goes into depth about the parallels between the Comicon convention in the episode and real life.
  • Luke paints a counter-narrative where Fry is the main character, fighting off a homicidal alien who partners with a sociopathic robot to kill all humans.
  • Luke and Gabe both agree that everyone should know the city of White Plains, New York.
24 Sep 2020Episode 134: 31st Century Fox01:09:06

Stop that tenderizing! Prepare for a benderizing! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 9, Episode 12: 31st Century Fox

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Episode Synopsis: When Bender joins the local Fox Hunting Club ethical questions about killing things arise.

On this show:

  • Luke doubts that the PATH train will ever go as far as the pine barrens, even in the 31st century.
  • Gabe pitches an alternate pose of the antagonist that would have given the episode more conflict.
  • Gabe does his impression of Scruffy (The Janitor)!
  • Luke comes up with a theory as to why the robot fox behaves so much like a real fox
  • Gabe and Luke point out similarities between this episode and Obsoletely Fabulous
08 May 2019Episode 91: Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 300:53:50

Hey Gabe, can I borrow your cellphone telephone? Hmm … okay, but don't restart my Tetris. I was finally about to get one of those pieces that looks like a backwards "L."  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 15: Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 3.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss Bender’s absurd cellphone telephone tracker that he attaches to “Leela’s Weakness”
  • Gabe draws a comparison between Fry and Indiana Jones from Raiders of the Lost Ark
  • Luke is impressed with the Powerpoint presentation that the Legion of Madfellows puts on.
  • Gabe talks a lot about the history of Watergate and Nixon
  • Gabe talks more about the amount of exposition needed to support the huge story of Into the Wild Green Yonder
08 Apr 2020Episode 121: Reincarnation01:16:12

I see your mother, the water Mutant, didn't raise any fools, Turanga Leela! Perhaps they speak perfect English... As do we.  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 13: Reincarnation.

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Episode Synopsis: The planet express crew is reconceived in three alternate animation styles: classic black and white, old school video game and Japanese anime.

On this show:

  • Luke regales us with tales of his childhood, playing The Secret of Monkey Island (TM) on the SCUMM game engine.
  • Gabe takes the fleischer animation style way too seriously, and breaks down his extensive research
  • Gabe and Luke have all the same favorite quotes, and they’re all from the anime segment
  • Gabe walks us through the special technique the animators used to animate each segment
  • Gabe and Luke rank their favorite segments from the episode

Show Notes:

Breaking down the episode

[01:47]

Luke played quite a few video games, especially the ones that are modeled off of the animation that they use in the second portion of this episode. He was impressed of this episode

[02:20]

Gabe think that this is definitely a coming from a place of love similar to the no fan has gone before episode where it's not about parodying or well it is about parroting but it's not about making fun of something because you don't like it.

Animation Styles and Music

[3:50]

There's a lot of changes in here, a lot of different costumes, a lot of different animation styles, and they're all really really great, just absolutely stunning and really something that I look forward to.

[4:28]

What stood out to Gabe about this episode was the music.

[10:00]

the makeup of the characters is very well kept. There's a significant change between what they look like in their normal e trauma world and what they look like now, but they still are completely recognizable as the characters.

First Act

[17:22]

This is something that we actually see very frequently in NP trauma, where they're three dimensional objects interacting with two dimensional objects. But of course, it's all done digitally.

[18:41]

Lila's exact quote is I love this time of day, there's such a beautiful stillness. It's not really made clear whether or not the characters are aware that their world is balancing, it could just be that like us humans in this world are not aware of the temperatures of all the atoms in our body. They're not aware of the bounciness of their own world.

[19:54]

Leila says, fry, I don't need a diamond, you've given me the most beautiful rainbow I've ever seen all the colors of the spectrum. Frye says not beautiful enough as well gal like you deserves better. And this is where we first encountered the limitations motif that Gabe was talking about in the beginning of the episode. Gabe remember really loving it.

[21:09]

For Luke It is paying a loving homage to the cartooning style, but it's also a very David x Cohen, future drama writer, Futurama animator style troll.

[23:55]

Gabe think it's just a great segment visually, a great omaze and just really great to watch.

 

Second Act

[26:41]

Luke  think it's just a great segment visually, a great omaze and just really great to watch.

[29:00]

Lila turns to Francis Hey fry, I know something you could lay bare and then I says Lila. I'm trying to listen to a physics lecture. Gabe loves this joke.

[31:29]

This particular segment of future challenge 3000 was actually done entirely in Photoshop. According to the audio commentary was drawn on a one and a half inch canvas, or the frames are drawn on one and a half inch canvases with a one pixel Pencil tool.

 

Third Act

[42:51]

Gabe remember watching the first few seconds of this episode and my eyes like literally popping out of on his head. had a huge smile on my face, and  thought, Oh, this is gonna be good

 [45:32]

the voice acting is just perfectly executed. Like everything about this segment is just so great.

[46:47]

It’s no longer a workplace comedy as it was in the previous two segments.

[49:11]

For Luke the subtitle dialogue is so onpoint.

Favorite Segments

[54:00]

Luke loved the 3 segment which features anime style and lked the professor the most.

[55:52]

Thee one that Gabe don't want to say dislike because Gabe do like it, but it is the one that looks the least, like the futurama  my character is Fry in this anime

[1:01:03]

Even though Luke don't watch anime he liked the  subtitle dialogue game in this episode.

[1:06:00]

For luke the number two is the video game one and my number one is the Anime part he reason why is because luke have a very strong nostalgic connection to the video game style. And I have very little connection to the Fleischer style.

Favorite Quotes

[1:09:00– Part 2]

Tne line from scruffy in the video game part of the episode was one of the favorite lines Gabe loved and it's when they are looking at the particle, the makeup of all things or all mad or whatever. And they're talking about how the details are so finely rotten and the intricate beauty of the particle and scruffy says, :hm mirror and discography soul.”

[1:10:28]

Luke Liked the one of the alien proposes and the other alien just says blog blog 1000 times.

[42:47 – Part 2]

Gabe liked when Lila is back in the planet X was conference room she says “what is that box you old witch” referring to the professor and the professor responds “Haha, I will never tell you it's a deep space of motion detector.”

[44:56 – Part 2]

Gabe’s last favorite quote when Fry entered his mother’s dream saying – “Hi Mom!” and her Mom responded – “Hi sweetie! Do you want some crackers and a cheese slice hat?”

19 Nov 2019Episode 112: Law and Oracle01:08:20

Uh-oh. We only have a half hour to chill out before we head over!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 4: Law and Oracle.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss how much they love the animation of Hedonismbot walking down the stairs.
  • Gabe does a dead-on impression of URL
  • Luke and Gabe discuss how this episode pulls elements from Minority Report, Airplane!, Naked Gun, and Inception
  • Gabe celebrates the return of his favorite character!
  • The purpose of this podcast is not to rewrite Futurama, but Luke and Gabe propose an alternative ending.
27 Aug 2018Episode 57: 30% Iron Chef00:54:50

Surrender your secrets to Zoidberg! And listen in as Gabe, Luke, and special guest Izzy discuss Futurama Season 4, Episode 11: 30% Iron Chef.

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26 Jun 2019Bonus Episode: For Molly Comic Part 300:12:35

A special bonus episode about Gabe’s comic FOR MOLLY.

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On this show:

- Gabe gives a quick synopsis of FOR MOLLY chapter two and compares the structure of the story to Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

- Luke asks if FOR MOLLY shares any narrative themes/traits with Futurama.

- Gabe explains why he's publishing FOR MOLLY chapter two in print and not as a webcomic.

- Gabe talks about stepping out of his comfort zone and being his own biggest cheerleader.

- Luke tells everyone what supporting FOR MOLLY means for him and for the podcast.

30 Apr 2020BONUS EPISODE: For Molly Chapter 3 is now on Kickstarter!00:30:15

A special bonus episode about Gabe’s comic FOR MOLLY.

The Kickstarter for chapter three is going on right now and ends Friday May 22nd.

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On this show:

  • Luke reminisces about living in New Jersey, and the importance of the New Jersey forest in For Molly.
  • Gabe talks about where chapter three of FOR MOLLY fits into "the hero's journey" story structure.
  • Gabe compares and contrasts making comics and making podcasts, and reveals which is likes better.
  • Luke and Gabe imagine a FOR MOLLY animated movie, and name their dream voice cast, and include some Futurama cast members!
10 Dec 2021Episode 161: Series Wrap Up Part II01:12:48

Here we are; the end of the universe. Well, now what? You guys wanna talk? …. No thanks. Listen in as Luke and Gabe wrap up their podcast with part 2 of their series wrap up, listing their least favorite episodes, and favorite quotes, of Futurama.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke wrap up the victory lap, the podcast, and their 4-year study on Futurama.
  • Gabe and Luke reenact their favorite quotes from all of Futurama.
  • Gabe and Luke preview their plans for their next podcast.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss which episodes were their least favorite in all of Futurama.
  • Gabe and Luke reflect on the journey of creating this podcast, and throw in some extra quote reenactments for fun.
30 Jan 2020Episode 116: Möbius Dick01:09:27

We'll make it. Or die trying! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 8: Möbius Dick.  Follow us on Twitter @ALMPod or on Facebook at facebook.com/almpod/.  Check out our website at almpod.com.

Episode Synopsis: While traveling through the Bermuda Tetrahedron, the crew encounters a giant 4-dimensional space whale.

On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss the best way to visualize 4 dimensions in the Futurama universe.
  • Gabe does his amazing impression of Scruffy … The Janitor.
  • Luke and Gabe debate how much the visual treatment of the episode contributes to the story.
  • Luke points out how much Leela tilts the existence of the universe to her will.
  • Gabe recites another one of his amazing lists … and surprises Luke with some of them.
26 Feb 2019Episode 82: The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 200:59:06

Less invasions, more equations!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 6: The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 2.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss the root of the Pocket Pal robot joke
  • Luke comments on how Bender will try to kill himself at the drop of a hat.
  • Gabe discusses how the different narratives do and do not connect with each other and the main theme.
  • Gabe lists on his exhaustive list of robots in the League of Robots.  Luke contributes two or three additional names.
  • Luke talks about “Lock-out, Tag-out” procedures and how the Nimbus is apparently missing them resulting in early death.
03 Oct 2018Episode 62: The Route of All Evil00:44:40

Listen in as Luke and Gabe put flame decals on their podcast to make it go faster, and they discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 3: The Route of All Evil. 

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On this show:

  • Luke talks about how he doesn’t feel like the B story was targeted towards him initially.
  • Gabe discusses how this is the first time we actually see Dwight interacting with other characters.
  • Luke discusses how he likes that Zapp Brannigan has branched out into merchandising.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss what parts of Cubert’s ruse with the professor voice machine the holy trinity most believe to be true
  • Luke recants his horrible time brewing beer in college, which mainly involved very carefully pouring heavy buckets of liquid into other heavy buckets of liquid.
30 Jun 2021Episode 153: Simpsorama - The Futurama Simpsons Crossover Episode01:21:47

A robot! With a catchphrase! Listen in as Luke and Gabe start the ALM victory lap, and discuss Simpsorama - The Futurama / Simpsons Crossover Episode.

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Episode Synopsis: The Simpsons meet the Planet Express crew, who have come to Springfield in the present to stop them from destroying the future.

On this show:

  • Gabe schools Luke on Simpsons lore and in-canon geography.
  • The purpose of this show is not to rewrite Futurama, so Gabe pitches an alternate plot line.
  • Luke talks about the equations etched into Bender’s chest compartment.
  • Gabe and Luke debate with crossover pairings work the best.
  • Gabe discusses comparative Simpsons vs Futurama fandom
11 Feb 2019Episode 80: Bender’s Big Score Part 400:43:08

Troops, you are now equipped with the finest weapons magical elves can build.  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 4: Bender’s Big Score Part 4.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss the parallel timelines of Fry and Lars.
  • Gabe and Luke selectively discuss the amazing Christmas manufacturing song.
  • Gabe discusses how odd it is that Bender is actually the hero.
  • Gabe discusses how odd the funeral was and how Lars was treated.
  • Gabe discusses which quote from Bender he thinks to himself whenever he feels like he deserves something.
04 Dec 2018Episode 71: Spanish Fry00:44:24

Listen in as Luke and Gabe visit every scuzzy bazaar in the galaxy, including Pottery Barn! … and discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 12: Spanish Fry. 

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On this show:

  • Luke uses a quote from General Patton to describe Bender’s relentless jokes at Fry’s expense
  • Gabe and Luke discuss why Leela pulled of a Bender line at the end of the second act.
  • Luke does some armchair psychology on Lurr based on his encyclopedic knowledge of Star Trek TNG
  • Gabe does a excellent rendition of the majority of Bender’s “lower horn” jokes
  • Gabe describes how Fry projects his own feelings onto Bigfoot.
05 Jun 2020Episode 127: Zapp Dingbat01:16:44

Kif, I'm bored. What's say you go out on the wing and pretend you're a gremlin? Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 9, Episode 5: Zapp Dingbat.

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Episode Synopsis: Leela's parents break up and while Leela's mother starts dating, her father picks up his youth where he left it off.

On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss how this episode explores all of Leela’s family and work relationships on the show
  • Luke points out how this episode reminds him of the pre-cancellation seasons
  • Gabe and Luke hypothesize how Zapp started the battle of Paco’s Tacos
  • Luke points out why it makes sense for Moris, Fry and Bender to be friends.
  • Gabe discusses the ending that almost happened on this episode … until someone came back from vacation
25 Aug 2020Episode 132: Near-Death Wish01:14:01

Not now, Leela! I'm trying to meet old people! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 9, Episode 10: Near-Death Wish.

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Episode Synopsis: After Fry had a quarrel with Dr Farnsworth about family issues, Fry decides to look up Dr Farnsworths' parents to enjoy the family he never had.

On this show:

  • Luke explains the potentially apocryphal original plot of the Matrix.
  • Gabe discusses alternatives for the ending that would have developed the relationship more between Fry and Professor Farnsworth.
  • We see the triumphant return of the barrier bot … with his new arm!
  • Gabe does an amazing impression of Bender not caring about anything the meat bags are doing throughout the episode.
  • Luke and Gabe propose competing alternative endings that capitalize more on the “big reveal” of the episode
05 Aug 2019Episode 102: That Darn Katz!01:06:00

You've got a bright future, Amy. As sure as the Sun sets in the east.  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 8: That Darn Katz!

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe talk about how this episode compares with Taste of Freedom, another episode about invading earth by an animal species.
  • Gabe and Luke share the same favorite quote involving Calculon.
  • Luke discusses his frustration about the balance between cat jokes vs obscure science
  • Gabe points out the irony about how he doesn’t baby talking to cats but loves baby talking to dogs
  • Luke puts this episode on a plausibility line between “The Core” and “Minority Report”
02 Apr 2019Episode 87: Bender’s Game Part 300:54:12

No, that's a hobo and a rabbit. But they're making a hobbit!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 11: Bender’s Game Part 3. 

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss the various themes of Cornwood: Dungeons and Dragons, Fantasy, Lord of the Rings.
  • Luke talks about how Nibbler’s comment about stuff to do at his parents house rings true in real life.
  • More exposition happens in the episode.  Luke and Gabe do exposition on the exposition.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the wanton violence in Cornwood.  Gabe misses that tree guy.
  • Gabe does an excellent impression of the swamp hag.
03 Jul 2022Episode 163: The Rick and Morty Pilot01:14:18

Luke and Gabe begin their “Futurama Interregnum” season, starting with an analysis of the Rick and Morty Pilot.

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On this show:

  • Preamble explaining Another Lousy TV Podcast, and what the plan is for the episodes we recorded.
  • Gabe and Luke discuss the history and context of Rick and Morty on Adult Swim.
  • Luke discusses the theme of Rick and Morty in comparison to Futurama
  • Gabe walks us through the “Story Circle” structure of Rick and Morty.
  • Gabe does at least 3 of Rick’s rants, hurts his throat slightly.
12 Feb 2020Episode 117: Fry Am the Egg Man01:03:37

Sweet freak of Mozambique! That thing's colossal! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 9: Fry Am the Egg Man.

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Episode Synopsis: Leela buys some alien eggs, and Fry decides to hatch one of them instead of eating it, hoping to get a pet bird, but gets something else instead.

On this show:

  • Gabe does his impression of Maurice LaMarche doing an impression of Sean Connery
  • Luke harps on how confusing error states in user interfaces annoy him to no end
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the similarities between this episode and the Scooby Doo cartoon from the seventies … we think?
  • Gabe and Luke discuss the past times that Fry has been impulsive, which led to this episode to occur
  • Luke and Gabe debate whether Planet Express running from angry aliens indicates a successful delivery or not
26 Jan 2021Episode 143: Saturday Morning Fun Pit01:07:36

Hi. This is Izzy calling. Listen, my agent sent me that cartoon podcast script, and I've decided I don't want to be involved in any way. (Beep). Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 10, Episode 6: Saturday Morning Fun Pit

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Episode Synopsis: President Nixon is watching his favorite TV shows, which spoof three actual cartoon series using Futurama characters.

On this show:

  • Luke finds out who Larry Bird is
  • Gabe and Luke describe the many subtle animation Easter eggs that the show runners left in each segment
  • Gabe gives us a fun history on Nixon, tapes, and Rosemary
  • Luke and Gabe discuss their collective lack of knowledge about The Smurfs
  • Gabe points out at least one thing that ruins a segment for Luke
12 Mar 2020Episode 119: Cold Warriors01:14:48

Don't worry, son, you'll freeze before you drown. Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 11: Cold Warriors. 

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Episode Synopsis: Fry gets the common cold, which is bad news for the 31st century Earth, where the common cold has been extinct for a long time, so no one is immune to it.

On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke discuss the relationship between Fry and his father, Yancy Fry Sr.
  • Gabe does his impression of Buzz Aldrin, who voiced himself in this episode
  • Luke and Gabe discuss the effects of how Nixon’s (third?) administration handles outbreaks.
  • Gabe and Luke put forward a theory as to why this episode was so muted, vs other episodes about Fry’s family
  • Gabe regales us with tales of science fairs from his teaching days
22 Oct 2018Episode 65: Less Than Hero00:50:53

Listen in as Luke and Gabe forget to change their superhero name to El Zilcho, and discuss Futurama Season 5, Episode 6: Less Than Hero.

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On this show:

  • Luke discusses how this episode reminds him of the Flash.
  • Gabe discusses how Leela’s interactions with her parents reflect the next natural step in her relationship
  • Luke and Gabe discuss whether running down stairs with super speed will actually get you to the bottom faster.
  • Luke disputes whether or not there’s a bus to New Jersey.
  • Gabe discusses the theme of the episode and how it relates to superhero tropes of this era and past eras.
11 Jun 2018Episode 46: Season 3 Wrap Up00:54:15

Listen in as Luke and Gabe enjoy oysters on a quarter shell, discover the secrets behind boat eggs, and discuss their favorite episodes and quotes of Futurama Season 3.

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05 May 2020Episode 124: A Farewell to Arms01:31:26

That frightened little girl in the statue reminds me of Fry! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 9, Episode 2: A Farewell to Arms.

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Episode Synopsis: Earth gets evacuated after a prediction of the end of the planet.

On this show:

  • Luke talks about how this episode reminds him of pre-cancellation Futurama
  • Gabe does his impression of Scruffy, and reveals what he saw when he screenshotted at just the right time
  • Luke and Gabe discuss all the references this episode makes to early 90s and 2010’s disaster movies
  • Gabe and Luke discuss how Fry and Leela’s relationship evolves in this episode
  • Luke defends his love of Tron Legacy
30 Jul 2018Episode 53: A Pharaoh To Remember00:56:29

REMEMBER ME!! PFFFTTTTTTTTTT!!! … and listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 4 Episode 7: A Pharaoh To Remember.

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10 Jun 2019Episode 95: Rebirth01:11:37

Uh, this is a bit awkward. Or is it? I'm not sure. I lost track around the second robot.  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 1: Rebirth.

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On this show:

  • SPECIAL!! Gabe talks about Futurama with Justin Kowalski from the Let’s Go Comic Show!
  • Gabe and Luke draw comparisons between this show, Star Trek Voyager, BSG, and Westworld.
  • Gabe points out how absurd Leela and Fry are acting.  Luke is confused with Gabe’s confusion.
  • Luke talks about how the build-a-robot machine reminds him of a compiler.
  • Luke puts the power of the professor’s doomsday device (50 gigawatts) into perspective.
15 Aug 2018Episode 55: Future Stock00:43:35

Listen in as Gabe and Luke shift some paradigms, revolutionize outside of the box, and discuss Futurama Season 4, Episode 9: Future Stock.

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In this episode:

  • Luke is impressed by Gabe's impression of Scruffy, which leads to a tangent about the Star Wars prequels.
  • Gabe admits that he was duped by That Guy just like Fry.
  • Luke calls That Guy a perfect caricature and explains why he makes a good meme.
  • Luke and Gabe marvel at Mom Corp's ability to retaliate.
  • Gabe explains what Fry forgets as he gets seduced by That Guy's flashy antics.
  • Gabe talks about how money changes the attitudes of everyone in the Planet Express crew.
19 Feb 2019Episode 81: The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 101:05:31

Well, what are you supposed to do when the whole universe is about to end?  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 5: The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 1.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss the potential consequences of Leela knowing where Bender’s ‘off’ switch is.
  • Luke comments on which bucket has Zoidberg’s saltwater vs freshwater stomach, Gabe hypothesizes where the animals are coming from.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss on Fry’s capriciousness and how that may contribute to his relationship decisions.
  • Luke comments on how the Deathball match between Professor Farnsworth and Professor Wernstrom is a huge allegory for academia.
  • Gabe rants about how Colleen’s building construction in NYc is impractical.  Luke responds for talking for 5 minutes about the absurd NYC renting market.
04 Jun 2019Episode 94: Season 6 Wrap Up Part II00:51:02

Cruel runnings, mon! Listen in as Izzy, Luke, and Gabe rank and their favorite quotes from Futurama Season 6.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss a potential spin-off fan episode based off their favorite quote
  • Gabe is impressed that Luke remembers who Wade Boggs is.
  • Izzy and Gabe riff of the jokes that didn’t make their lists.
  • Izzy points out that Luke’s quotes are “sups deep” whereas hers are “about the lolz”.
  • Gabe and Luke are shocked that they don’t have overlapping quotes.
27 Feb 2020Episode 118: The Tip of the Zoidberg01:10:43

Relax!  There's nothing unethical about covert biological weapons research! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 10: The Tip of the Zoidberg.

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Episode Synopsis: The Professor consistently refuses to fire Zoidberg, despite his complete incompetence in medicine. The reason for such devotion is finally revealed.

On this show:

  • Gabe does his Scruffy impression, and explains why there are antique dishes at Planet Express
  • Luke wishes there were more Mom / Zoidberg history, and produces some theories as to what it could look like.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss their favorite part(s) of the Murdelator machine.
  • Luke points out the one time in the whole series where Zoidberg actually was “good” at his job
  • Gabe talks about the one thing left out of the Murdelator that would have made a ton more sense than ping pong balls
25 Oct 2019Episode 110: Benderama01:19:18

Let's go some place where we don't have to do one quintillionth of a thing all the time!  Listen in as Luke, and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 2: Benderama.

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On this show:

  • Gabe and Luke debate the definition of “arc”.
  • Luke talks about recursion and forking in computer science, and how this episode illustrates the pitfalls.
  • Gabe does his amazing impression of Scruffy.
  • Gabe quantifies the exact amount that Bender learns in this episode.
  • Luke and Gabe discuss which of the characters are their favorite when the characters are inebriated
05 Nov 2019Episode 111: Ghost in the Machines01:04:57

Scare Luke to death? Ha. I could do that in my sleep!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 8, Episode 3: Ghost in the Machines. 

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On this show:

  • Gabe regales us with a tale of his childhood when he froze during the Macy’s day parade.
  • Luke and Gabe debate whether or not Fry learned a lesson.
  • Gabe and Luke immediately agree on who updates Fry’s Wikipedia page
  • Gabe points out that the Fortune Teller hasn’t been seen in a while, and this is her first speaking role in the long time.
  • Luke and Gabe map out the Future world rules about what entities can view and interact with Bender in the computational cloud
21 Jul 2021BONUS EPISODE! Don't Miss Out on FOR MOLLY #4!00:22:06

A special bonus episode of the podcast about Gabe's comic FOR MOLLY.

FOR MOLLY is a modern fantasy comic written by Another Lousy Millennium co-host Gabe Cheng.

The FOR MOLLY #1-4 Kickstarter is going on right now and ends Friday August 6th. Check out the campaign here http://kck.st/2VF2xpY and join the adventure!

Read FOR MOLLY #1 at http://gabechengcomics.com/formolly/ and follow FOR MOLLY on Twitter/Instagram @gabechengcomics and on Facebook facebook.com/formollycomic/

On this show:

  • Luke's comment about world building in FOR MOLLY leads to a discussion about how Gabe views his own writing.
  • Luke asks Gabe which he's going to miss more, writing FOR MOLLY or podcasting about Futurama?
  • Gabe tells Luke about something that might encourage Another Lousy Millennium listeners to read FOR MOLLY.
05 Mar 2019Episode 83: The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 300:55:59

Leela, you must try the tentacle. It's like my soul is wearing a velour body glove!  Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 6 Episode 7: The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 3.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe discuss the strategic position of Zapp’s command post … and lose all podcast listeners that like AppleBees
  • Luke comes up with a theory for the cause of soup prohibition
  • Gabe and Luke discuss how Bender and Fry are talking past each other and how it represents toxicity in their relationship
  • Luke and Gabe come to a consensus about their differences between tv episode format vs movie format for the Futurama movies in season 6.
  • Luke criticizes Gabe for only seeing The Breakfast Club one time, Gabe muses about how it lost him a trivia game.
11 Jul 2019Episode 99: The Duh-Vinci Code01:06:39

CHITCHAT ACHIEVED!!! Listen in as Luke and Gabe discuss Futurama Season 7 Episode 5: The Duh-Vinci Code.

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On this show:

  • Luke and Gabe debate the most efficient way for Bender to enter a room similar to Destructor
  • Gabe and Luke debate on whether the Iliad is historical drama or actual history.  They both agree they don’t know.
  • Gabe does a excellent rendition of Fry returning from the hospital
  • Gabe regales us with the fight between Bender and the Kraken in the Trevi Fountain
  • The purpose of this podcast is not to rewrite Futurama … however Gabe and Luke discuss alternatives for the ending.
07 Oct 2017Episode 10: A Flight To Remember00:33:49

Join Luke and Gabe as they get some kinda gravity boost … or something … and discuss Season 2 Episode 1 of Futurama: A Flight To Remember.

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Episode Synopsis: The crew takes a vacation cruise on the maiden voyage of the new space Titanic.

13 Oct 2017Episode 11: Mars University00:27:57

Wherein Gabe and Luke mispronounce “Dodecatuple Secret Probation”, and discuss Season 2 Episode 2 of Futurama: Mars University.

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Episode Synopsis: Fry matriculates at Mars University and competes with a monkey made smart by Prof. Farnsworth's latest invention while Bender tries to make the local chapter of his robot fraternity cool.

19 Oct 2017Episode 12: When Aliens Attack00:36:07

Luke and Gabe spill Bender’s cocktail in battle, and discuss Season 2 Episode 3: When Aliens Attack.

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Episode Synopsis: A monumental attack from Lrrr of Omicron Persei 8 is precipitated by the loss of a television signal that Fry disrupted in 1999.

26 Oct 2017Episode 13: Fry and the Slurm Factory00:27:21

Luke and Gabe ask about the secret ingredient, and discuss Season 2 Episode 4: Fry and the Slurm Factory.

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Episode Synopsis: Fry wins a contest to visit the factory of his favorite addictive drink, but danger ensues when he accidentally discovers the real factory.

03 Nov 2017Episode 14: I Second That Emotion00:35:17

Luke and Gabe recount a disgusting story, and discuss Season 2 Episode 5: I Second That Emotion.

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Episode Synopsis: Bender flushes Nibbler down the toilet in a fit of jealousy, which prompts Professor Farnsworth to implant in him a chip that will allow him to feel empathy.

13 Nov 2017Episode 15: Brannigan, Begin Again00:31:05

Luke and Gabe instruct the jury to disregard its own testimony, and discuss Futurama Season 2 Episode 6: Brannigan, Begin Again.

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Episode Synopsis: Zapp Brannigan gets thrown out of the service for destroying a space meeting and as a result of this he begins to work for Planet Express.

17 Nov 2017Episode 16: A Head in the Polls00:35:00

Luke and Gabe get excited about the voter apathy party, and discuss Season 2 Episode 7: A Head in the Polls.

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Episode Synopsis: Bender becomes highly profitable and veins to sell his entire body after a mine disaster causes the market value of titanium to soar.

01 Dec 2017Episode 18: Why Must I Be A Crustacean In Love?00:38:28

Luke and Gabe remind Zoidberg that disemboweling in Fry’s species is fatal, and discuss Season 2 Episode 9: Why Must I Be A Crustacean In Love?

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Episode Synopsis: When the group begins to notice that Zoidberg is acting erratically, Professor Farnsworth deduces that it is mating season on his home planet.

24 Nov 2017Episode 17: Xmas Story00:29:08

Luke and Gabe whip up their special eggnog out of bourbon and ice cubes, and discuss Season 2 Episode 8: Xmas Story.

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Episode Synopsis: Fry learns how Christmas has changed and remained the same over the last 1000 years when a Robot Santa terrorizes New New York.

08 Dec 2017Episode 19: Put Your Head on My Shoulders00:33:32

Luke and Gabe learn to live without dorsal fins, and discuss Season 2 Episode 10, Put Your Head on My Shoulders.

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Episode Synopsis: After a horrendous accident requires his body to be rebuilt, Fry's head is attached to the shoulder of a co-worker while Bender opens a dating service just in time for Valentine's Day.

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