The Distraction Hole Archive

“Tears of the Kevin” (5/22/23)

David hosts the first trip down The Distraction Hole as Kevin regales us with tales of Canadian anti-bear armor, Mike and David gush about Tears of the Kingdom, and David talks about a sci-fi workspace comedy you need to watch. All that plus Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 discussion, fan questions, and workshopping which Star Wars quote is most applicable to day-to-day life.

“Spiders, Man.” (6/6/23)

Kevin and Mike talk Across the Spiderverse, give an update on the shows they're watching, and suddenly remember that Earth: Final Conflict was a thing.

“Robots with Moustaches” (6/12/23)

It’s a robot-filled Distraction Hole as Kevin, Mike, and David talk Transformers, mecha, and anime!

“Let’s Talk About Da Bear” (7/11/23)

This week in The Distraction Hole, David is dying to talk about The Bear. But before that, the boys talk about delays. Mike updates us on his gaming habits and his new Ranma 1/2 binge. Plus, Kevin likes THREE things this week, believe it or not! All that plus pitching movies and celebrity birthdays.

“Hot Spock and the Hairy Homonculus” (7/26/23)

The gang reunites after a break with an extra helping of distraction including a Star Trek crossover for the ages, the minutia of The Wheel of Time, and Mike's further exploits in the world of gaming and anime. All that plus a nostalgic game, wisdom of The Iron Sheik, and a startling discovery about guitarist Slash.

“You Wouldn't 3D-Print a Tom Cruise” (8/8/23)

In this episode, Mike takes control and we talk 3D printing, Tom Cruise, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, plus, a very special game of fantasy casting. All that plus technical difficulties!

“El Kermit Diablo” (8/15/23)

This week in The Distraction Hole, David is in control and talks at length about Diablo IV while Kevin offers up some Muppet memories. We also plumb the depths of Mike and ask a simple question: why is he the way he is? All that plus iconic needle drops in film and television.

“Ahsoka’n In It” (8/9/23)

It's the week before DragonCon and the hosts catch up on their distractions. Mike talks mechs and Ranma 1/2, Kevin talks MMOs, and David, regrettably, talks about Isekai anime. Plus thoughts on the first two episodes of Ahsoka, sponsorships, and a game about... gaming? Just try climbing out of this extra-deep Distraction Hole.

“Hot Sauce Hose” (9/12/23)

This week Mike forgot he was hosting, so we have an extra chaotic tumble down The Distraction Hole. On the docket this week: One Piece on Netflix, The Wheel of Time on Amazon, the looming threat of Starfield, and a DragonCon roundup. All that plus a game of Would You Rather.

“Frog In The Garbage” (9/27/23)

This week David steers the ship and we take on a guest with Gage, who talks The Flash. Kevin shares thoughts on the very same movie, and Mike talks bowling balls and more Ahsoka thoughts. David shares a story about a rather sporting outing. All that plus a story about a frog in the garbage in this week's The Distraction Hole.

“Skyrim in Space, Basically” (10/25/23)

The guys return after a hiatus. Skin is growing. Things are okay. Podcasts, Starfield, and Mike's Medley are on offer this week. Plus an absolutely stacked list of birthdays. All that and David wins this week's game and not just because he is writing this episode description.

“Of Dicks and Demon Slayer” (11/1/23)

Mike is hosting this week and he's really feeling it. This week Kevin talks Baldur's Gate 3. David lays down some Halloween TV suggestions. Meanwhile Mike discusses the anime Demon Slayer. All that plus the state of reviews on YouTube, celebrity birthdays, deaths, and a music-oriented game.

“Doctor Who Dat?” (11/8/23)

Everyone is a little under the weather this week, but distractions are still to be had. Mike introduces some new anime and catches up on an old favorite. David talks Doctor Who and hopes for the new series. Kevin entertains us with further exploits from Baldur's Gate 3... and they're kinda horny. All that plus questions, birthdays, and an exciting game of Muppet horror.