I hope you will join me in messing around with The Rules of the Show.

This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.

Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026

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In this introductory episode, I'm laying the groundwork for the show to come, and expressing gratitude for those who helped it happen.

This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.

Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026

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I talk to Kirsten Innes about UK politics, message board friendships, and what makes a Proper Stalk. Plus, our first guest-created rule is introduced.

This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.

Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026

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Graeme Peters joins the show to talk Monopoly, Star Wars Monopoly, and a panoply of different -opolies. Plus, we trip over the rule introduced last week, and craft a new rule that theoretically won't come up so often. Find Graeme's drag persona Arkade on Instagram or streaming on Twitch at ArkadeHorror.

This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.

Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026

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Missi Information joins the show to discuss the many ways to start a game. Plus, an opportunity to reflect on what we've learned (in rule form).

You can find Missi's podcasts on The Missi Information Superhighway and see her stream on Twitch with RadioFreeMultiverse.

Hello everyone, I'm invoking rule 23 using this edit. If you're curious about it, just stay tuned.

Edited by Missi Information on May 23, 2026

This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.

Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026

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Elisabeth Skjærvold joins the show to discuss dance, schoolwork, and standardized tests. Plus, we introduce a new rule that risks Elisabeth's cancellation and/or our show becoming much more appealing to Canadian arts funding organizations. Maybe both!

This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.

Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026

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Forrest Phillips and Emily Pineapple from Radio Free Multiverse join the show to discuss the unfeasible managerial structure of the Sith in Star Wars. Plus we ponder the sacred texts, both serious and ridiculous, and discuss world-building and language in fictional universes. Plus, a new rule is added to the game, and our first rule comes up, like, a lot. Find Forrest and Emily online at Live.RadioFreeMultiverse.com.

This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.

Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026

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Fans of mysterious beeping: rejoice! This week's episode we are joined by Bryan Da Silva, who is reporting on location from Vancouver General Hospital. Bryan and I discuss committing to the bit, and some very silly games including Blaseball and True American and one nameless game to make a workday more exciting. Plus a new rule is introduced that demands a new tab on the ol' Rules of the Show spreadsheet.

Follow @babyyagabakeshop for Bryan's wife's delicious baking.

At the time of episode release Bryan is in remission and awaiting stem cell transplant. While it will be a while longer of treatment and recovery, everything is progressing well.

You can support Bryan's expensive new lifestyle by contributing to the fundraiser here.

And please consider registering to donate blood and stem cells at www.blood.ca.

Please consider signing up to be a stem cell donor at blood.ca, or the equivalent in your country. You could save lives! Email andrew@therulesoftheshow.com with proof of participation and Bryan Da Silva will compose and record a bespoke ~15sec ringtone just for you!

Edited by Bryan Da Silva, May 23, 2026

This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.

Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026

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