The Wayward Dragons

This episode hosts Kelsey and Johnny diving into an eclectic mix of strange news, socio-political commentary, media reviews, and a concluding tarot reading.Current Events & "Weird News"Bizarre Claims: They discuss Greg Phillips, a FEMA official who claimed on a podcast and Truth Social to have been involuntarily teleported 50 miles to a Waffle House.Legal & Systemic Issues: The conversation touches on Tennessee's easing of voting hurdles for felons , FBI misconduct in cases involving Navajo elders , and the perceived prioritization of corporations over people by the police and the elite.Consumer & Travel Updates: Warnings are issued regarding Spirit Airlines' potential liquidation , flight reductions at Chicago O'Hare for safety , and a call to boycott Amazon in favor of alternatives like Ulta or local shops due to poor treatment of employees.Scientific & Environmental News: They note the measurement of a black hole's jet power and the spread of invasive "jumping worms" across 38 states.Conspiracy Corner: John debunks a viral report about ten "missing" scientists, noting the data is misleading and the individuals' deaths or disappearances occurred over a much longer timeframe than reported.Media Reviews & Personal InterestsMagic: The Gathering: Johnny reviews the Secrets of the Table set and its accompanying novel, praising its positive LGBT representation and lighthearted, whimsical story.TV & Animation: Johnny highly recommends the animated series Invincible, particularly the recent season finale, despite its graphic nature.Literature:Kelsey discusses Disco Witches of Fire Island by Blair Fell, a heavy yet meaningful exploration of the AIDS crisis and queer identity.She is also reading The Enchanted Greenhouse, a sequel to Spell Shop featuring a sentient spider plant with anxiety.Service Swaps: The hosts suggest moving from Audible to Everand to get more value for the same subscription price.Tarot Outlook: Soft Eras and TransformationThe episode wraps up with a dual tarot pull that suggests a period of significant personal change:Queen of Cups: Kelsey pulls this card, representing empathy, compassion, and mature emotional sensitivity.Death: John pulls the Death card, which the hosts emphasize is a positive card representing renewal, transformation, and "closing one door to open another".The Interpretation: Together, they interpret these cards as a sign to step away from a "hardened exterior" and embrace a "soft era," being more gentle and compassionate with both others and oneself.Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!You can join us on Facebook and Instagram!If you have a topic/book recommendation or if you need someone to talk too, you can email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode marks a return for hosts Kelsey and Johnny after a brief hiatus caused by Johnny's battle with bronchitis. The duo dives into a wide-ranging discussion that jumps from heavy international news and space mishaps to bizarre criminal cases and media reviews, ultimately closing with a collaborative tarot reading for their listeners.Current Events & Bizarre NewsGlobal & Political Issues: They discuss the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and the domestic impact of rising gas prices. They also touch upon a court ruling in Texas that maintains the ban on churches endorsing political candidates to keep their tax-exempt status.Space & Tech: A recent lunar mission is highlighted—not for its scientific breakthroughs, but for its malfunctioning "entire toilet system".Oddities in the News:The 14-Year-Old Candidate: Ethan Roy, a freshman from Vermont, is running for governor, sparking a debate between the hosts about age and term limits in politics.Kit Kat Heist: The theft of 12 tons of Kit Kat bars in Europe just before Easter.AI Error: The case of Angela Lips, a Tennessee woman wrongly jailed for five months due to a facial recognition error.The Quadruple Amputee Case: The shocking arrest of a professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee for allegedly shooting a friend during an argument.Nature & Science: Research found sharks in Bermuda testing positive for caffeine and cocaine , and scientists have genetically engineered tobacco plants to produce psychedelic compounds like DMT.Media Reviews & RecommendationsBooks"How to Become a Dark Lord and Die Trying" by D’Angelo Wexler: Kelsey enjoyed the "RPG vibes" and humor but felt the climax was weak and the "closed door" scenes were repetitive."The Blackburn Files" by Heather Graham: A paranormal romance trilogy set in a "murder castle" hotel"The Disco Witches of Fire Island" by Blair Fell: A heavy read focused on the AIDS crisis of the late 80s and early 90s, dealing with community grief and PTSD.Film & Television"Falling Skies" (Netflix): The hosts discuss this alien invasion series, noting its interesting concept but potentially messy ending due to a late-stage cancellation."Good Luck": Johnny recommends this movie about a man from the future attempting to "save the world" from a dependency on technology.Tarot Outlook: Hard Work & RewardsThe episode concludes with a tarot pull that suggests a period of stability and reaping rewards:"You’ve worked hard. Life is shit. But be sure to take time to enjoy what you have and what you’ve earned." Four of Pentacles: Represents holding tight to earned resources and achieving a strong foundation of security.Nine of Pentacles: Signifies independent effort paying off, leading to a "good life" of luxury, leisure, and material comfort.We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 5, Sourcery (we are reading in publication order). Please be patient with Kelsey, she never reads a series start to finish without reading things inbetween!Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!You can join us on Facebook and Instagram!If you have a topic/book recommendation or if you need someone to talk too, you can email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello and welcome nerds! This episode kicks off with Johnny recounting a painful run-in with sand spurs (burrs) while taking out the trash, one of which broke off in his foot, requiring a post-recording soak. The conversation then turns to the "milk incident," where Kelsey discusses her frustrations with Costco’s lactose-free milk. She notes that a recent change in the distributor or formula has caused significant digestive issues, leading her to plea for companies to stop changing established products.Science, Social Issues, and the NewsExoplanets: Scientists have identified L9859D, a new class of molten, sulfur-rich exoplanet.Social Legislation: They discuss a Supreme Court block on a law regarding schools "outing" transgender students to parents , as well as personal skepticism regarding the high frequency of childhood vaccines in the U.S. compared to other nations.Crime & Scandals: The duo touches on a Michigan synagogue attack , a norovirus outbreak on a Princess Cruise ship , and a horrific scandal involving a Colorado funeral home owner giving families fake ashes (concrete) instead of their loved ones' remains.Housing & Labor: Discussion includes Trump’s executive orders aimed at housing affordability and the first major U.S. slaughterhouse strike since 1985 at the Swift Beef Company in Colorado.Pop Culture & ReviewsFirefly Reboot: Excitement is high for a rumored animated version of Firefly featuring the original cast, announced at Awesome Con.Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Kelsey expresses relief that a planned reboot pilot was scrapped, calling the original a "classic" that shouldn't be touched.Live-Action Avatar: Johnny reviews the Netflix adaptation of One Piece Season 2, praising the emotional depth and casting despite knowing the original story.Literature: Johnny recommends the LitRPG series Victor of Tuscon, featuring a protagonist from Tucson who becomes a pit fighter in another world.The "Retro" Reality CheckThe episode concludes with a "negativity" alert: GameStop officially classified the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii U as "retro consoles," leaving the hosts feeling significantly older.Tarot Reading: Two of Cups (partnership) and the Page of Swords (new ideas and exploration)We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 5, Sourcery (we are reading in publication order). Please be patient with Kelsey, she never reads a series start to finish without reading things inbetween!Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!You can join us on Facebook and Instagram!If you have a topic/book recommendation or if you need someone to talk too, you can email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of the Wayward Dragon podcast, hosted by nerdy friends Kelsey and Johnny, balances the mundane frustrations of the 9-to-5 grind with heavy-hitting global news, pop culture conspiracies, and a touch of the occult.Life, Labor, and SanityWorkplace Woes: Johnny discusses a frustrating promotion offer where the company attempted to lowball his wage, offering $21/hour instead of his requested $25/hour, despite increased responsibilities.Nursing Home Drama: Kelsey vents about "picking up the slack" for a lazy coworker at her housekeeping job in a nursing/rehab facility.Health & Wellness: Kelsey shares her struggles with spine compression and the importance of her chiropractor and massage therapist. To cope with stress, Johnny has turned to "cozy" nonsensical mobile games to maintain his sanity.The "Heavy Hitters" News SegmentGeopolitics & Conflict: They discuss recent military actions in Iran, expressing frustration over "Holy War" rhetoric and the impact on gas prices.Conspiracies & Pop Culture: The duo navigates internet rumors, including the "shuck and jive" of the Epstein Files , body-shaming directed at Kelly Osbourne after the Brit Awards , and a bizarre theory regarding whether Jim Carrey has been replaced by a clone (which they ultimately doubt due to the lack of "aging-up" technology).Legal & Corporate Updates: * The Supreme Court declined to hear a case regarding AI-generated images, maintaining that human authorship is required for copyright.Papa John's is reportedly closing 300 underperforming locations.Florida has lowered eligibility for HIV treatment aid due to budget shortfalls.Reviews and Tarot Cards:Reading List: Kelsey discusses Everything She Ever Wanted by Ann Rule and The Disco Witches of Fire Island, a feel-good coming-of-age story set during the HIV/AIDS crisis of the 70s and 80s.Watch List: Johnny highly recommends the show The Last Kingdom (noting the phenomenal chemistry between the leads) and How to Get to Heaven from Belfast.Tarot Reading: To close, Kelsey pulls The Chariot, symbolizing a steady hand through chaos , while Johnny's reading results in the Ten of Cups (the "wish card"), suggesting that despite a rocky road, emotional fulfillment is on the horizon. Stay safe and watch your technology, as Mercury is in retrograde until the 20th.We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 5, Sourcery (we are reading in publication order). Please be patient with Kelsey, she never reads a series start to finish without reading things inbetween!Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!You can join us on Facebook and Instagram!If you have a topic/book recommendation or if you need someone to talk too, you can email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of the Wayward Dragon podcast features our hosts diving into a mix of personal updates, bizarre global news, and their latest media reviews. From Olympic "penis-gate" to the trial of social media giants, the duo balances heavy topics like the Epstein files with lighthearted banter about fast-food feuds and Harry Potter mascots.Personal UpdatesKelsey discusses her exhaustion from working six-day weeks and her relief at the Midwest "false spring" melting the snow.Johnny shares updates on his kickball league and a recent Magic: The Gathering tournament held for his birthday.The News DeskKidnapping Mystery: The hosts discuss the alleged kidnapping of a Today Show host’s mother, involving a bizarre one-Bitcoin ransom and suspicions of an "inside job".Olympic Scandals: A breakdown of "penis-gate," where male ski jumpers are accused of using fillers to increase suit drag for better flight. They also touch on crumbling gold medals and a Norwegian medalist who used a press conference to confess to cheating on his girlfriend.Society & Tech: * Discussion on research suggesting "Zoomers" are the first generation to be less educated/intelligent than their predecessors.Updates on the Epstein files, including speculation about Ghislaine Maxwell’s prison "double" and Epstein’s alleged active Fortnite account in Israel.Instagram leaders testifying in court regarding the platform's addictive design for youth.Bizarre Headlines: * Draco Malfoy becoming the accidental face of Chinese New Year due to a name translation quirk.A Raising Cane’s in Boston facing eviction because the landlord claims the building smells too much like chicken.A "Home Alone" inspired drug dealer in the UK who booby-trapped his house with flamethrowers and man-traps.Reviews & MediaAnime: Johnny reviews To Your Eternity, praising the first two seasons but admitting he is struggling with the third.Books: Kelsey discusses finishing A New Lease on Death and her interest in Ann Rule’s true crime books, though she is considering a "DNF" (Do Not Finish) for an Egyptology book that feels too "whiny".Background Noise: Kelsey admits her love for having Dateline on as background sound while doing chores.Tarot DrawThe King of Cups: Represents wisdom, compassion, and the need for diplomatic action.The Seven of Swords Reversed: Indicates imposter syndrome or self-deception, urging the listener to give themselves graceWe are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 5, Sourcery (we are reading in publication order). Please be patient with Kelsey, she never reads a series start to finish without reading things inbetween!Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!You can join us on Facebook and Instagram!If you have a topic/book recommendation or if you need someone to talk too, you can email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.