The Weekly Substandard Expanded Universe

Episode Archive

Episode Archive

173 episodes of The Weekly Substandard Expanded Universe since the first episode, which aired on October 10th, 2018.

  • Episode 14: Episode 16: MegaChristmas

    December 21st, 2018  |  50 mins 3 secs

    The most popular segment in podcast history, the Poetry Corner, makes its return in the last episode before Christmas. In the rest of the podcast, our hosts trash a new electronic device, discuss Oscar's nominees without having seen any of them, and go James Bonding.

  • Episode 13: Episode 15: Wreck-It Anschutz

    December 15th, 2018  |  59 mins 58 secs

    On this week's episode, our hosts are joined by a Lady Lawyer to discuss the murder of the Weekly Standard, Wreck-It Ralph, and strange movies that primarily involve sharks.  

  • Episode 12: Episode 14: Haberinterruptor

    December 10th, 2018  |  50 mins 53 secs

    Chris is back from Disney with stories to tell. Don't worry, his movie opinions are still as garbage as ever. Ryan decides to watch a movie in the middle of the podcast and Thomas is not going to stop talking. This, and more, on this week's episode.

  • Episode 11: Episode 13: Planes, Trains, and Podcasts

    December 1st, 2018  |  59 mins 38 secs

    The SSEU Podcast has (somehow) gotten to the unlucky number 13. On today's episode our lovely hosts chat about a Thanksgiving classic, Steve Martin, John Candy, Christmas Town, and Tomb Raider. And what's the matter with Kansas anyway?

  • Episode 10: Episode 12: Meeting the Substandard, Thanksgiving, and King Arthur

    November 25th, 2018  |  46 mins 9 secs

    Our hosts recap their trip to D.C., discuss Thanksgiving, the virtue of parades, and finally discuss one of the most consequential films of the century (so far).

  • Episode 9: Episode 11: Banana Pizza, Jim Carrey, and Game Night

    November 16th, 2018  |  58 mins 5 secs

    The SSEU Podcast celebrates a birthday by recording an episode. In it, our hosts and guest discuss the (fading?) star power of Jim Carrey, respond to Stephen Hayes' ultimatum, open the mailbag, and lament the poor quality of comedies hitting cinema.  

  • Episode 8: Episode 10: Midterms, Death of Comedy, and The Wire

    November 11th, 2018  |  48 mins 7 secs

    Still wondering how the midterm elections turned out? Don't worry, the SSEU Podcast is here to count votes. They also talk about the Wire, how to carry out a heist, and much more.

  • Episode 7: Episode 9: Megathread Day

    November 4th, 2018  |  59 mins 57 secs

    Happy Megathread Day! It's been a year of fun. To celebrate, we are joined by a very special guest who has previously appeared on niche podcasts such as Richochet's flagship podcast. On this live podcast, the team dives into topics such as Quidditch, Tiger and Elin Woods, and recite some poetry.

  • Episode 6: Short: Olives, Sports, and Fanta

    October 31st, 2018  |  19 mins 36 secs

    In this short episode, Chris and Thomas do their best to pass time on Halloween and provide a substandard substitute for the Substandard. We would also want to give our warmest congratulations to Sonny and Mrs. Bunch from the entire SSEU! The boys will be back on Sunday for Megathread Day, where Ryan has promised … Continue reading Short: Olives, Sports, and Fanta

  • Episode 4: Episode 8: The Cactus and the Giant

    October 24th, 2018  |  59 mins 52 secs

    Learn more about the Pirates franchise than you ever wanted (or needed) and who doesn't want to hear what online/app dating is like for a giant?  The guys, with guests (also guys), also give their suggestions on movies (from the 21st century) to watch if you don't have time to watch that many and might … Continue reading Episode 8: The Cactus and the Giant

  • Episode 3: Episode 7: The Nice Guys

    October 19th, 2018  |  59 mins 58 secs

    This episode has it all. Learn how high Ryan can count, First Man thoughts, rankings, and Harry Potter. The guys also discuss why animated movies for children (those that aren't made by Disney) are so terrible.

  • Episode 2: Short: Movie Bracketology

    October 17th, 2018  |  19 mins 9 secs

    The head of the selection committee joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming bracket. Who got the top seeds? How does ranking by science really work? Can we all blame David Byler? Who do they think will win?

  • Episode 1: Episode 6: Hear Us Roar

    October 10th, 2018  |  57 mins 42 secs

    Aiming for gender equality on the airwaves, this week's guests are Mary Kate (@MKNewsom) and Shark (@Carmella_Nicole). The crew addresses some serious issues on this week's episode: why is Ohio so trash? What do people actually do in Kentucky? What would a Wes Anderson Batman look like? How did last year's Substandard Candy Draft turn … Continue reading Episode 6: Hear Us Roar