BS de Résistance - A Fever Dream of the Trump Years
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Creator: Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold
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A fast-paced, deliciously irreverent and deliriously immersive political satire, BS de Résistance follows the adventures of a Texas mom and her precocious four-year-old son as they are unwittingly drawn into the shadowy struggle between the Deep State and its enemies. And there's a song in every episode! New episodes drop on the 5th, 15th and 25th of each month. Listeners can email us at bsderesistance@gmail.com or at our toll-free comment line: 1-8-666-CALL-BS (1-866-622-5527).
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Wed, 05 Apr 2023 20:13:39 +0000
Sun, 08 May 2022 17:47:28 +0000
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 19:42:40 +0000
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 21:06:12 +0000
Bonus Episode 47 ("Every Trump Must Go!"). Lyssa and Dale are joined by the cast to look back on their favorite musical moments in anticipation of the release of our third and final album, "Good Trouble." Join us in our new venture, "My Friend Lyssa," coming on Cinco de Mayo! Same great cast and creative team, less politics and F-bombs. Or listen all over again as we take to the airwaves on WBCQ.com, with brand-new intermission commentaries.
Wed, 10 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Thu, 04 Mar 2021 19:25:58 +0000
Sun, 14 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000
Sun, 31 Jan 2021 19:57:29 +0000
Thu, 24 Dec 2020 19:11:06 +0000
It's the 2020 BS Holiday Special! Lyssa and Dale look back on 2020, and various cast members share their holiday greetings. And there are songs! We'll see you all in 2021!
Mon, 14 Dec 2020 18:17:30 +0000
Sun, 29 Nov 2020 00:18:02 +0000
Mon, 09 Nov 2020 17:37:30 +0000
Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:19:08 +0000
Fri, 30 Oct 2020 02:29:48 +0000
Sat, 24 Oct 2020 17:21:48 +0000
Thu, 15 Oct 2020 00:40:29 +0000
Mon, 05 Oct 2020 21:02:22 +0000
Bonus Episode 41, "October Surprise Party." Lyssa and Dale discuss the absurdly eventful first day of October, as well as a post-mortem on the first (and only?) presidential debate. Plus out-takes from our most recent episode, "Ruthless."
Sat, 26 Sep 2020 03:59:38 +0000
Tue, 15 Sep 2020 19:34:33 +0000
Bonus Episode 40, "Of Squirrels, Spies and Studios." Lyssa and Dale give their TV and Twitter follow recommendations, the importance of sorted Legos, Dale's Deep State family ties and the lost art of recording in a studio with other humans. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, "Dystopia Cornucopia!"
Sun, 06 Sep 2020 01:58:54 +0000
Tue, 25 Aug 2020 15:31:22 +0000
Sat, 15 Aug 2020 22:58:22 +0000
Tue, 04 Aug 2020 15:33:51 +0000
It's a Long Way to Clipperrary
Sat, 25 Jul 2020 17:55:27 +0000
Wed, 15 Jul 2020 17:58:02 +0000
Mon, 06 Jul 2020 16:22:28 +0000
Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:10:00 +0000
Bonus Episode 36, "Breaking Bad Hobbits." Lyssa and Dale discuss Jay's Father's Day marathon, the resilience of kids, and how to properly forge Viking armor. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, "The Trumpire Strikes Back!"
Mon, 15 Jun 2020 04:10:00 +0000
Fri, 05 Jun 2020 04:10:00 +0000
Bonus Episode 35 ("The Taco Soup Incident"). Lyssa and Dale discuss how they're coping with the latest onslaught of reality, with a special appearance by the Purple Avenger himself! Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, "If I Was Your Girl President."
Mon, 25 May 2020 14:57:14 +0000
Episode 33, "If I Was Your Girl President" (Season 3, Ep. 3). Lyssa and Auntie No-No arrive in DC to advise President Hillary. Rudy cheers up the injured Stephen Miller. And the ghost of a legendary Purple artist leaves a memorable impression on the Oval Office.
Fri, 15 May 2020 04:05:00 +0000
Bonus Episode 34 ("Apopalypse Now!"). Lyssa and Dale discuss her new monitors, his experiences with a self-righteous American missionary in Guyana (no, not that one), the wonders of Prince, and strategies for keeping sane in isolation. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, "But Her Females."
Tue, 05 May 2020 15:04:47 +0000
Sat, 25 Apr 2020 03:00:00 +0000
Bonus Episode 33 "Signs of the A-pop-a-lypse." Lyssa and Dale discuss Victory Gardening, volcanoes, voting and the end of the world. Plus: Epic out-takes from our most recent episode, "The Putz Against America."
Wed, 15 Apr 2020 20:42:16 +0000
Sun, 05 Apr 2020 06:01:00 +0000
Bonus Episode 32, "Quarantine Quandaries." Lyssa and Dale discuss the best teas to drink during the apocalypse, how to fend off stay-at-home friends who suddenly want to become voice actors, and home projects that don't involve glamping. Plus: out-takes from our Season 2 finale, "Coronaviral Death Spiral!" Season 3 Episode 1 drops on April 15th!
Sat, 21 Mar 2020 16:15:01 +0000
Episode 30 "Coronaviral Death Spiral" (Season 2, Ep. 17). Lyssa finds that quarantine is a lot less fun when you're not alone. The Resistance uncovers a new Russian plot, and VP Pence makes a shocking announcement (no, not that one). And all our hands are exceptionally clean.
Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, and featuring the vocal talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Rudy Giuliani)
Lori Furth (newscaster, Ivanka Trump)
Lyssa Graham (herself, Sofia, Lydia, Nancy Pelosi)
Dale Leopold (Announcer, Putin, Trump, newscaster)
Nancy McLemore (Karen Pence)
Chris Mezzolesta (Yevgeny, Angus, Mike Pence, Eric Trump, Stephen Miller)
Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Vera)
George Washington III (Andrei, Jesse, Ben Carson)
Original music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Coronaviral Death Spiral," was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Chris Mezzolesta with Lori Furth and Dale Leopold
Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold
Join us for a Bonus Episode on April 5th. Any surviving cast members will return on April 15th for Season 3!
Sun, 15 Mar 2020 04:01:00 +0000
The Season 2 Recap! In anticipation of our season finale, Lyssa and Dale recall some of their favorite moments from the first 16 episodes and play a few clips. Join us in ten days to see how everything plays out (assuming we're all still here by then)!
Thu, 05 Mar 2020 22:24:55 +0000
Bonus Episode 31 ("Flee, Fly, Flu!"). Lyssa and Dale discuss Super Tuesday, the joys of quarantine, and dog walking. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, "Mango Unchained!"
Wed, 26 Feb 2020 05:12:18 +0000
"Mango Unchained" - Episode 29 (Season 2, Ep. 16). Trump pushes the limits of his Executive Power, but crosses the line when he insults Betty White. Angus and Vera's relationship grows ever deeper. And the Russian Writers sing about their adopted homeland.
Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, and featuring the vocal talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Bill Barr)
Lori Furth (Ivanka Trump, Betsy DeVos, Betty White)
Lyssa Graham (herself, Carol Burnett)
Dale Leopold (Announcer, Putin, Trump, Abdul)
Nancy McLemore (Natasha, Karen Pence, Teacher)
Chris Mezzolesta (Mike Pence, Stephen Miller, Alan Dershowitz, Angus, Yevgeny)
Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Vera)
George Washington III (Mitch McConnell, Jesse, CNN Announcer, Andrei)
Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Immigrant Song-ski," was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured George Washington III, Chris Mezzolesta and Dale Leopold
Artwork by Richard McMurry
Sound Design, Editing and Audio Production by Dale Leopold.
The Valentine's Day BS Special
Fri, 14 Feb 2020 05:01:00 +0000
It's the 2020 Valentine's Day BS Special! We put aside politics (mostly) to focus on romance. Karyn's new beau Jeff is grilled by The Committee to make sure he's up to snuff. Also: out-takes from our most recent episode, "Carry On My Wayward Dotard."
Thu, 06 Feb 2020 01:35:01 +0000
"Carry On My Wayward Dotard," Episode 28 (Season 2, Episode 15). Vera raises the stakes (and a taxi) on her relationship with Angus. The Russian Writers settle into Texas. Secretary Eric explains the bitchin' camo Space Force unis, and Putin and his Stooge sing!
Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, and featuring the voice talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh (Jay)
Lori Furth (Olga, Betsy DeVos, Laura Ingraham)
Lyssa Graham (herself, Paula White)
Dale Leopold (Announcer, Abdul, Trump, Putin)
Nancy McLemore (Karen Pence, Natasha)
Chris Mezzolesta (Angus, Yevgeny, Mike Pence, Eric Trump, Stephen Miller, Sean Hannity)
Karyn O'Bryant (Svetlana, Vera)
George Washington III (cab driver, Andrei)
Special Appearance by Peter Bishop (Clive)
Original music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "Great Minds Think Alike" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta and features Dale Leopold
Artwork by Richard McMurry
Editing, Sound Design and Audio Production by Dale Leopold.
Sat, 25 Jan 2020 17:27:15 +0000
Bonus Episode 30 ("Richard McMurry Interview"). Lyssa, Dale and Chris interview our own cartoonist, Richard McMurry. We also play out-takes from our most recent episode, The Songbook of Ruth, and Lyssa also reveals our plans for the upcoming Valentine's Day-themed Bonus Episode. You can see more of Richard's amazing artwork on our website (www.bsderesistance.com) and on www.gascomix.com.
Wed, 15 Jan 2020 03:15:50 +0000
Episode 27, "The Songbook of Ruth" (Season 2, Ep. 14). The Resistance liberates the Writers' Room, the Veep schemes to unseat his boss, and the Notorious RBG sings!
Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, featuring the voice talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh (Jay)
Lori Furth (Betsy DeVos)
Lyssa Graham (herself, Lydia)
Dale Leopold (Announcer, Trump, Nixon, Abdul)
Nancy McLemore (Karen Pence, Ruth Bader Ginsburg)
Chris Mezzolesta (Yevgeny, Angus, Lindsey Graham, Mike Pence)
Karyn O'Bryant (herself, Vera, Jake)
George Washington III (Andrei, Ben Carson)
Original music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Up and At 'em, Madam Justice" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Nancy McLemore, Karyn O'Bryant and Chris Mezzolesta.
Sound design, editing and audio production by Dale Leopold.
Artwork by Richard McMurry.
Sun, 15 Dec 2019 04:54:41 +0000
It's the BS de Résistance 2019 Holiday Special! Dale, Lyssa, Karyn, Chris, Nancy, Lori, George and Dustin share their holiday greetings, as well as a few songs! Plus: Bible verses (no, really)! We'll be back with our next regular episode on January 15th, 2020. Happy Holidays to all our fellow Resisters!
Thu, 05 Dec 2019 20:02:24 +0000
Bonus Episode 29 ("Tales of Truancy, Target and That Person"). Lyssa and Dale catch up with the latest doings of the Purple Avenger, discuss the horrors of being stuck with That Person, and hint at our secret upcoming project. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, "When It Ukraines, It Pours."
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 06:33:09 +0000
Thu, 14 Nov 2019 18:59:48 +0000
"Ukranium One" (Bonus Episode 28). Lyssa and Dale are all a-tingle at Day One of the House Impeachment hearings. They give their first impressions of the morning's testimony, and also throw in some movie recommendations. Plus: Out-takes from our most recent episode, "Invitation to the Boos."
Tue, 05 Nov 2019 22:19:25 +0000
"Invitation to the Boos" Episode 25 (Season 2, Ep. 12). Putin gloats over his Turkish triumph, while the Tangerine Twatwaffle stews over his World Series Boofest. While getting ready to rescue Lyssa, Vera gains a Highlander Helper.
Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Rudy Guiliani)
Lori Furth (Olga, Ivanka Trump, Rally Organizer)
Lyssa Graham (herself)
Dale Leopold (Announcer, Abdul, Trump, Putin, Obama)
Nancy McLemore (Natasha, Stephanie Grisham)
Chris Mezzolesta (Yevgeny, Mike Pence, Angus, Secret Service)
Karyn O'Bryant (herself, Jake, Vera)
George Washington III (Erdogan, Andrei, Ben Carson)
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta
The song, "I Am the Law" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Dustin Ebaugh and Dale Leopold.
Editing, Sound Design and Audio Production by Dale Leopold
Music Production by Chris Mezzolesta
Fri, 25 Oct 2019 03:00:00 +0000
Bonus Ep. 27 ("Match Game Part 2"). Cast members Nancy McLemore and Karyn O'Bryant follow up their previous wildly popular bonus episode about returning to the dating scene. Topics include: profile pic no-nos and the importance of kissing.
Tue, 15 Oct 2019 16:49:26 +0000
Bonus Episode 26. Lyssa and Dale discuss four highly-anticipated blessed events: the installation of central A/C in her house, the inauguration of President Pelosi, our upcoming speaking engagement at the World Voices Organization Conference (AKA WoVoCon) in Las Vegas, and the Washington Nationals' post-season success. Plus: Out-takes from our most recent episode, "Blow, Whistle, Blow!"
Mon, 07 Oct 2019 06:46:19 +0000
"Blow, Whistle, Blow!" Episode 24 (Season 2, Ep. 11) Vera gets back to work after an herbal interlude. Trump dreams of a new Civil War, and the Russian Writers Room gets a new mission statement.
Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, and featuring the voice talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Special guest Peter Bishop
Editing and Sound Design by Dale Leopold (music produced by Chris Mezzolesta)
Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "The Battle Cry of Freedumb" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta.
Sun, 06 Oct 2019 19:00:00 +0000
While we work out some technical details that have delayed the release of our latest episode ("Blow, Whistle, Blow!"), here's another teaser. Trump dreams of a new Civil War, but it's looking more nightmarish by the minute.
Sun, 06 Oct 2019 17:09:01 +0000
While we work out some technical details that have delayed the release of our latest episode ("Blow, Whistle, Blow!"), here's a teaser. Trump dreams of a new Civil War.
Wed, 25 Sep 2019 04:01:00 +0000
In a very special Bonus episode, cast members Nancy McLemore and Karyn O'Bryant have a frank and sometimes hilarious discussion about re-entering the dating world after a moderately long absence. Plus out-takes from our most recent episode, "It's Bama Time!"
Mon, 16 Sep 2019 03:52:16 +0000
"It's Bama Time!" Episode 23 (Season 2, Ep. 10). Ben Carson discovers a magic caffeinated potion to counteract Mother Pence's spiked tea. Beijing orders Pence to provoke a Trump meltdown, and it goes off like gangbusters. And the Purple Avenger and Jay are off to rescue Lyssa.
Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Special appearance by Peter Bishop
Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "What's Happened to Me?" Was written by Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and was performed by George Washington III.
Editing, Sound Design and Production by Dale Leopold (music produced by Chris Mezzolesta).
Thu, 05 Sep 2019 17:28:44 +0000
Bonus Ep. 24. Dale and Chris interview funny music-maker extraordinaire Lauren Mayer (@LaurensComedy) about her musical career, as well as the hazards of writing funny political music in the current target-rich environment. We get to hear four of her songs, including "Any Functioning Adult in 2020."
Sun, 25 Aug 2019 17:00:03 +0000
Paying Clip Service - We're taking a break to write songs for our all-singing episode (Once More With Felines, coming up in October), so we've asked our cast to pick out their favorite gags, bits, scenes or songs from the past year. You'll hear shocking Veep bits, a Russian song, and the infamous Bunny Incident.
Fri, 16 Aug 2019 03:22:45 +0000
A special live Bonus Episode, recorded at the Podcast Movement 2019 conference in Orlando, Florida! Lyssa, Dale, Karyn, Chris and Nancy chat, laugh and throw things at passing conference attendees! Plus out-takes from our most recent episode, "A Fistful of Minstrels."
Mon, 05 Aug 2019 20:02:28 +0000
Episode 22 (Season 2, Ep 9). The Russian Writers get an herbal infusion. The Resistance starts to look for the kidnapped Lyssa. A disguised Marlon wreaks havoc again in the White House. And things get quite dark indeed for the Veep.
Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring the talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Special appearance by Cliff Zellman
Edited and mixed by Dale Leopold
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta
The song, "Doin' the Dog Whistle," was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Dale Leopold, George Washington III and Chris Mezzolesta.
Thu, 25 Jul 2019 20:38:00 +0000
Bonus Episode 22, "Band Camps and Business." Lyssa and Dale discuss Dale's recent camp experience and look forward to the Podcast Movement conference in Orlando (AKA the Hogwarts Write-Off). They also take you behind the scenes of the glamorous voice actor's life. Plus out-takes from our most recent episode, "Trebuchet Trouble."
Mon, 15 Jul 2019 18:48:12 +0000
Episode 21 (Season 2 Ep. 8). The Russian Writers' Room delivers their first song to Putin. Trump gets a surprise call from a cell phone. And Lyssa's Pocket March takes an unexpected turn.
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Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of:
Dustin Ebaugh
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Edited and produced by Dale Leopold.
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Salutin' Comrade Putin" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and features Chris Mezzolesta and Dale Leopold.
Fri, 05 Jul 2019 01:06:20 +0000
It's a very special Bonus Episode: the Women of BS! Featuring Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Nancy McLemore and Karyn O'Bryant. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, Hot Flashes.
Wed, 26 Jun 2019 01:29:57 +0000
Episode 20 (Season 2 Ep. 7). The Resistance plots its next move to bring down the pocket-archy. The Writers' Room in Moscow grows ever more desperate. And Hillary has a surprise encounter with an old rival.
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Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold. Featuring:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
and special guests: Matt Cowlrick and Dustin Ebaugh. Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The songs, "The Ballad of Jeb!" and "It Should Have Been Me" were written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Matt Cowlrick and Nancy McLemore, respectively.
Sat, 15 Jun 2019 04:05:00 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss Dale's visit to the HearNow Festival in Kansas City, the little-known "Springsteen Clause" in NDAs, and Dale's upcoming audition for Jeopardy!
Wed, 05 Jun 2019 04:30:00 +0000
We're giving our amazing cast a break, so Lyssa and Dale play some of their favorite songs from the last few episodes. Song lyrics by Dale Leopold, music and arrangements by Chris Mezzolesta. See PDF file for song list and credits.
Sat, 25 May 2019 14:29:02 +0000
Bonus Episode 19. Lyssa and Dale discuss mattresses, hearing aids and parenting tips. No, really. Don't look at us like that. Plus there's out-takes from our most recent episode, "Pockets of Resistance!"
Wed, 15 May 2019 15:15:28 +0000
The Resistance looks for a new strategy after their previous effort to remove the Tangerine Twatwaffle left them empty-handed. POTUS takes his hostility to NATO up a notch. And Marlon adds some unexpected excitement to the White House Easter Egg Roll.
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Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
and special guest: Cliff Zellman
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "The Handbag's Tale" was written by Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Lyssa Graham, Karyn O'Bryant, Lori Furth, Nancy McLemore, Chris Mezzolesta and George Washington III.
Sun, 05 May 2019 12:34:49 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss tattoos, audiobooks and the perils of charitable donation. Plus out-takes from our most recent episode, "Race to the Bottom." Spread the word about us to your friends, and leave us a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you found us. Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @bsderesistance, and leave a comment on our toll-free line 1-8-666-CALL-BS.
Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:17:09 +0000
Episode 18 (Season 2 Ep. 5). Trump thought he had put the Russia probe behind him, but now he's sitting on an even bigger secret. Also, thanks to Eartha Kitty, things are heating up at the Pence household.
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Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
and special guest Desirée Roots.
Sound design and audio editing by Dale Leopold.
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "We're Gonna Get to the Bottom" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold, George Washington III and Desirée Roots.
Mon, 15 Apr 2019 22:05:31 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss the mysteries of dog barf, the Democratic presidential field, the pleasures and perils of owning reptiles, piranhas, books and, of course, ukuleles. Also: out-takes from our most recent episode, "Let Us Prey."
Sat, 06 Apr 2019 00:32:13 +0000
Episode 17 (Season 2 Ep. 4). Lyssa goes to DC to sabotage Trump's new Faith-Based Health Care plan. The Pences have a new family member, from Russia with enhanced feline abilities. Trump's new HHS Secretary, Elizabeth Holmes, makes a deep impression.
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Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold
Featuring the voice talents of:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Special Guest: Dustin Ebaugh
Original Music composed & performed by Chris Mezzolesta
The song, "Doctor Donald" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and features George Washington III and Chris Mezzolesta.
Mon, 25 Mar 2019 19:46:35 +0000
"Springing into Distraction." Lyssa and Dale discuss her irrational fear of garbage disposals, why baseball is not boring, the upcoming BSdR vinyl release (a 45 RPM single!), their respective close encounters with Prince, and the Democratic presidential field.
Fri, 15 Mar 2019 21:44:13 +0000
Episode 16 (Season 2, Ep. 3), "There's No Place Like Om." Lyssa reaches her breaking point. The Russians are rescued, but it doesn't go well. Agent Orange gets new instructions from his Master. And Rachel Maddow tells a story.
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Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Original music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta.
Audio production/editing/mixing by Dale Leopold.
The song, "I'm Ready for Boring Again" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and features Chris Mezzolesta, George Washington, Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, and Nancy McLemore.
Tue, 05 Mar 2019 21:39:48 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss lunch, surgery and CPAC. Lyssa introduces a fun listener scavenger hunt--with prizes! Plus outtakes from our most recent episode, "Fool Britannia."
Tue, 26 Feb 2019 04:53:59 +0000
Episode 15 (Season 2, Episode 2). The podcast goes to Hell (again), the Resistance travels to England in search of allies, and Marlon has a new crush (Wesley is hopping mad, and POTUS isn't too happy either).
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Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold
Cast:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
And special guests:
Anna Hickling
Peter Bishop
Music Direction: Chris Mezzolesta
The song, "Please Come Back" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Dale Leopold, Chris Mezzolesta and Lori Furth
Fri, 15 Feb 2019 14:40:34 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss the male gender's seeming inability to pick up after themselves, Lyssa and Karyn's Greek boyfriends, and Lyssa's upcoming performance as ring-mistress of the Kindergarten Circus. Also: out-takes from our Season 2 opening episode, "How Furlough Can You Go?"
Tue, 05 Feb 2019 22:17:03 +0000
(Season 2 Ep. 1) Speaker Pelosi has Trump going in circles. The Civility Fairy returns! The Gitmo Russians meet a Cuban celebrity. Vera invites Lyssa and Jake to DC for a new dangerous mission.
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Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold.
Featuring:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O’Bryant
George Washington III
Special Guests:
Rebecca Davis
Dustin Ebaugh
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta
The song, "In Defense of the Bureaucrat" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by George Washington III, Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta.
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Fri, 25 Jan 2019 18:03:23 +0000
For the benefit of new subscribers (as well as easily distractible long-time listeners), Lyssa and Dale discuss what happened in Season 1, episode by episode. There are digressions (and spoilers, obviously). After listening to this, you'll be all set for Season 2, which starts on February 5th!
Tue, 15 Jan 2019 22:43:30 +0000
The cast of BS de Résistance kicks off the new year with greetings to our old and new listeners in this special Bonus mini-episode. Dale plays out-takes from our Season 1 finale, "Yule Be Sorry," and hints at what's coming up in Season 2. Join us again in 10 days for a hilarious recap of Season 1, and again on February 5th for Episode 14!
Sat, 15 Dec 2018 17:54:25 +0000
The Russians plan their escape from Gitmo, unaware that both Pence and the Rug-wearing Thundernugget are headed there for a Christmas celebration. Lyssa and Jake do their best to interfere. And Buddy Lee Morningwood returns!
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Episode written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold.
Original music by Chris Mezzolesta
The song, "Making Christmas Great Again" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, features Chris Mezzolesta, Nancy McLemore and Dale Leopold.
Featuring the vocal talents of:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:30:58 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss audiobook erotica, regrettable Christmas songs, and Lyssa's ever-expanding Lego Harry Potter collection. Also: out-takes from Episode 12!
Sun, 25 Nov 2018 21:29:19 +0000
Vera enlists some old friends to avoid a Middle Eastern meltdown. Trump looks for a scapegoat for his French faux pas. Canada has to deal (politely) with a caravan of Americans. And the Purple Avenger raps!
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Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O’Bryant
George Washington III
and Special Guest Jodi Krangle
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta
Songs written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta
"The Purpizzle Avizzle" featured Karyn O'Bryant and Lyssa Graham
"Sorry Not Sorry" featured Jodi Krangle and George Washington III
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Thu, 15 Nov 2018 05:36:48 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss the Bunny Incident, a recent Voiceover convention, dreadlocks and political ads. Also: out-takes from Episode 11!
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Sun, 04 Nov 2018 16:03:41 +0000
Lyssa is surprised to find a confused Rick Perry on her doorstep. We learn more about Mrs. Pence than we probably should. The Russian Gitmo detainees adjust to their new surroundings.
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Episode written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold (except the bad part, you'll know which one we mean, that's all on Dale), and features:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
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Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta
Song "Rick Role Reversal" written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, featuring Chris Mezzolesta and Lyssa Graham.
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Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:09:28 +0000
Lyssa and Dale are joined by Music Director Chris Mezzolesta to discuss the imminent release of the first BS de Résistance album! We preview some of the music on the CD, and also answer listener mail. Disclaimer: listening to the "Swingin' Sixties Seeburg Supermarket Shuffle" while grocery shopping may lead to unsafe levels of perkiness.
Mon, 15 Oct 2018 04:05:00 +0000
Trump sails away to escape his troubles, but things don't go according to plan. The Purple Avenger and Vera work to thwart a Chinese plot. And there's skeeball!
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Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Special Appearance by:
Brian & Rosi Amador
Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta
"Womp Womp" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta,
featuring Dale Leopold, Chris Mezzolesta, Brian Amador and Rosi Amador.
Fri, 05 Oct 2018 21:19:23 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss their upcoming live performances, calendars and their discontents, cruises and China.
Tue, 25 Sep 2018 20:49:30 +0000
Trouble sprouts like toadstools after a Stormy night. Trump finds himself besieged on all sides, and takes an unexpected trip after ingesting mushrooms from the White House garden.
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Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold
Featuring:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Special appearance by Cliff Zellman
Original Music Composed & Performed by Chris Mezzolesta
Song "Donnie's Bad Trip" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, featuring Nancy McLemore, Dale Leopold, George Washington III and Chris Mezzolesta.
Sat, 15 Sep 2018 04:01:00 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss their past experience with hurricanes, September 11th, the Trump Administration and other disasters. They also listen to out-takes from Episode 8, and give a sneak peek at Episode 9.
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Wed, 05 Sep 2018 13:23:01 +0000
Trump gets a tempting offer of asylum from Natasha. VP Pence returns home to a shocking revelation. A Cabinet meeting goes as well as you might expect. And Lyssa tries to relax on Back-to-school Day.
Episode written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring:
Lori Furth
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta.
Songs written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta.
"Down In Krasnodar" features Nancy McLemore.
"What's In It For Me?" features Lori Furth, Dale Leopold, Chris Mezzolesta and George Washington III.
Fri, 24 Aug 2018 19:24:40 +0000
Lyssa and Dale interview writer/journalist Linda Tirado, author of "Hand to Mouth: Life in Bootstrap America." They discuss the hazards of investigative journalism, which include being confronted by armed militia members, being threatened by racist cops, being attacked by a hostile cockatoo, and bad karaoke. Follow Linda on Twitter (@killermartinis) and support her journalism at www.patreon.com/bootstrap. Linda also supports Project Twist-It (www.projecttwistit.com), which focuses on changing the narrative about poverty in the US and the UK.
Satire at a Furious Clip - Part 2
Thu, 16 Aug 2018 03:50:17 +0000
(Part 2 of 2) Lyssa and Dale attempt to present a clip show, featuring the favorite moments of the past six episodes, as chosen by the cast. But things quickly go awry, and they decide to split the resulting chaos into two episodes. Enjoy!
Satire at a Furious Clip - Part 1
Thu, 16 Aug 2018 03:42:13 +0000
Lyssa and Dale attempt to present a clip show, featuring the favorite moments of the past six episodes, as chosen by the cast. But things quickly go awry, and they decide to split the resulting chaos into two episodes. Enjoy!
Sun, 05 Aug 2018 04:30:00 +0000
Bonus Episode 6 - Office Space and Southern Accents. Dale reports in from the Podcast Movement conference. He and Lyssa discuss her ever-shrinking office space, the Brady Bunch house, the degrees of Southern-ness, and Mr. Rogers.
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Be sure to let us know what your favorite moments (scenes/songs/lines) are from previous episodes, and we'll play them on our upcoming Clip Show on 8/15. Email us at bsderesistance@gmail.com, or call our toll-free comment line at 1-8-666-CALL-BS (1-866-622-5527).
Wed, 25 Jul 2018 20:31:07 +0000
Lyssa and Yevgeny separately try to prevent Trump's Mexican Meltdown. Trump selectively recalls his adventures in England and Helsinki. And all Helsinki breaks loose in a Moscow TV studio, while Lyssa tries to ferret out the truth.
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Episode 6 "Putin Things In Order"
Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold
Performed by:
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Original music by Chris Mezzolesta
The song "Putin Things In Order" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta
Performed by Chris Mezzolesta and Nancy McLemore
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Sun, 15 Jul 2018 04:26:49 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss Episode 5 (Welcome to Hell), Lyssa's plan to build a massive Lego Hogwarts in her office, and her preferred role in any real-life Handmaid's Tale future. Dale discusses his experience at Band Camp, during which he, Lyssa and Chris were guests on the FuMPCast. Plus a surprise visit from the actual Purple Avenger!
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Thu, 05 Jul 2018 23:58:20 +0000
Due to previous disrespectful content, the BS de Résistance team gets a visit from the Civility Fairy. Jake tries to escape from the White House, while Lyssa struggles to prevent a nuclear nightmare. Things go downhill from there.
Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold.
Featuring:
Rebecca Davis
Lyssa Graham
Dale Leopold
Nancy McLemore
Chris Mezzolesta
Karyn O'Bryant
George Washington III
Special appearance by:
Brian Amador
Alisa Amador
Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta.
Songs:
"Miller's Incel-ebration" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, performed by Chris Mezzolesta
"Civility Futility" written by Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, performed by Rebecca Davis
"Devil's Lament" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, performed by George Washington III.
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Mon, 25 Jun 2018 13:09:12 +0000
Lyssa and Dale tell some shaggy dog stories, discuss the border fiasco and FLOTUS' wardrobe malfunction, and reveal what happened when the Russians ran out of Marlboros.
Sat, 16 Jun 2018 01:48:58 +0000
Lyssa has a surprise encounter with a member of Trump's cabinet. VP Pence teaches Africans about abstinence. It goes about as well as you might expect.
Tue, 05 Jun 2018 04:01:00 +0000
Lyssa and Dale discuss dancing children, dental inequality, penises gone wild, and more! Plus: out-takes from Episode 3 (Milhous of Cards) Enjoy!