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Random Chatterings

Arlill Rodriguez

A smorgasbord of pop culture delights! You never know what you"re gonna get but it will be a satisfying meal! Random Chatterings is a biweekly pop culture podcast hosted by LA trans enby Arlill Rodriguez. Whether it"s a broad look at pop culture with a guest or a deep-dive into specific media, our podcast will be both entertaining and informative for our listeners! New episodes every other Saturday of the month! Album art created by Julian Taylor.

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00:11:13

Emergency Update!

Random Chatterings ·

2025/04/14

Arlill provides a quick update on why many episodes are no longer on the feed, what action they will take to get the episodes back up, and what this exercise means when it comes to art and media preservation.If you would like to support the work we do at Random Chatterings, please donate if you can at the links provided below.PayPal: https://paypal.me/ranchatpodVenmo: https://venmo.com/u/Arlill-RodriguezCashapp: https://cash.app/$ranchatpod1

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00:12:36

I Need Your Help.

Random Chatterings ·

2024/11/13

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-arlill-rodriguez-with-urgent-dental-care

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00:18:07

Cosmic Cove Galaxy’s Theme Means Something to...

Random Chatterings ·

2024/10/22

If you would like to support the work we do at Random Chatterings, please donate if you can at the links provided below.PayPal: https://paypal.me/ranchatpod Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/Arlill-Rodriguez Cashapp: https://cash.app/$ranchatpod1 CW: Depression, Ennui, Grief, Death This week, Arlill ruminates about the beautiful theme for Cosmic Cove Galaxy (from Super Mario Galaxy 2’s OST) then reads some comments on how the song has impacted others. Sources/references: Source for the YT comments:

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00:05:30

I Can’t Stop Thinking About This Scene from Alien:...

Random Chatterings ·

2024/10/12

If you would like to support the work we do at Random Chatterings, please donate if you can at the links provided below. PayPal: https://paypal.me/ranchatpod Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/Arlill-Rodriguez Cashapp: https://cash.app/$ranchatpod1 In this week’s bonus podcast, Arlill talks about a specific scene from Alien: Romulus that they have not stopped thinking about since they’ve seen it. Sources/references: -Alien: Romulus - Wikipedia article -Shining a light on winter depression - Harvard

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00:11:46

See You Later, Gator! - RCB #13

Random Chatterings ·

2024/10/12

If you would like to support the work we do at Random Chatterings, please donate if you can at the links provided below. PayPal: https://paypal.me/ranchatpod Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/Arlill-Rodriguez Cashapp: https://cash.app/$ranchatpod1 CW: Depression, COVID, Existentialism This week, Arlill talks about the recent graduation of VTuber Amelia Watson and how that made them reconsider the impact of someone suddenly being gone. Sources/references: -How VTubing helps trans creators explore gender

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00:09:17

Let’s Talk About… Demisexuality - RCB #12

Random Chatterings ·

2024/08/18

If you would like to support the work we do at Random Chatterings, please donate if you can at the links provided below.PayPal: https://paypal.me/ranchatpod Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/Arlill-Rodriguez Cashapp: https://cash.app/$ranchatpod1 CW: Amisia, Misogyny, Parental Abuse In this month’s special podcast, not in time for Pride, Arlill talks about being a demisexual and what that has revealed about themselves and the world around them. Potential Resources if you are a victim of

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00:01:53

Quick Scheduling Update!

Random Chatterings ·

2024/06/17

Quick update to the scheduling of future episodes! Listen for more info! :D--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/random-chatterings/message

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00:23:31

The RanChat Press Kit - RCB #11

Random Chatterings ·

2024/05/29

If you would like to support the work we do at Random Chatterings, please donate, if you can, at the links provided below.PayPal: https://paypal.me/ranchatpod Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/Arlill-Rodriguez Cashapp: https://cash.app/$ranchatpod1 CW: Ableism, Depression, Burnout, Death This month (I swear, we'll get better at this), Arlill celebrates the now 12th anniversary of the podcast by going over every year of the podcast so far! Shout-outs to: -B. Rob! Again! He's the best! Check

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00:12:59

Tripping on Every Step - RCB #10

Random Chatterings ·

2024/04/29

CW: Weed, AbleismThis month (sorry audience), Arlill talks about when they got really high at a musical festival but how that also made them thinking about masking, as a neurodivergent/atypical person, in public. We took an expected break due to a darn sore throat but we're back in action again! Shout-outs to Elliott/groverlicious on Instagram! Visit groverlicious's shop, for cool artwork on awesome products

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00:33:37

A Look Towards 2024 - RCB #9

Random Chatterings ·

2024/03/31

CW: Existentialism, Ableism, Burnout, Mental Health, DepressionThis week, Arlill records a therapy session with their podcast (hold on, stay with me now) and talks about the struggles of producing art in 2024 but how they will confront those struggles to produce better episodes for the rest of the year. Correction: we have 9 WIP projects that are in the back burner. Pray for me lol Shout-outs to: -B. Rob who is a very good sport and very patient! Your episodes will be out this year, I

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00:22:31

The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses - RCB #8

Random Chatterings ·

2023/12/30

CW: Ableism, Grooming-Spoiler Warning up to Chapter 104 This week, Arlill talks about the romcom manga The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses by Koume Fujichika but also addresses a problematic subplot that potentially taints the overall story. Sources: Unofficial Localization: https://mangadex.org/title/6d6d9fda-5cd3-40ac-948b-776b1a1a0eb1/the-girl-i-like-forgot-her-glasses Official Localization:

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00:18:54

Blood is Not Thicker than Water - RCB #7

Random Chatterings ·

2023/11/21

CW: Death, Transphobia, Child Abuse, Intimate Partner Violence, Childhood Trauma Arlill talks about the death of their father and what it means to forgive someone. Potential Resources if you are a victim of abuse: National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233, text START to 88788 National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 ⁠RAINN⁠ ⁠The Trevor Project⁠ Technical Info: Executive Producer - Alex Rodriguez Album Art created by Julian Taylor Recorded and Edited with Adobe Audition CC by Arlill

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00:52:10

I Feel The Vibes Coming Through (feat. Josh Otsunga...

Random Chatterings ·

2023/09/01

CW: Ableism, Sanism, Mental Health Hello 2023 listeners! This episode was originally pulled due to DMCA flags based on the music that was originally used. Those tracks along with references to those tracks are now removed. Please enjoy this episode from 2016! :) [Episode 28] This week, I’m joined by stand-up comedian and podcaster Josh O [!!!] of the Josh O Show as we talk about the underrated art of stand-up comedy! We also talk about our family backgrounds, Josh's writing process, and his

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00:16:17

Existence is Painful - RCB #6

Random Chatterings ·

2023/08/12

CW: Abuse, Gaslighting, Depression, Suicidality A firsthand account of being a victim of abuse and gaslighting. Potential Resources if you are a victim of abuse: National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233, text START to 88788 National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 RAINN The Trevor Project Technical Info: Executive Producer - Alex Rodriguez Album Art created by Julian Taylor Recorded and Edited by Arlill Rodriguez "Main Menu [Sonic Mania OST] composed by Tee Lopes "穏ヤカナ眠リ

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00:13:53

What am I Watching? - Week of October 23rd, 2022 -...

Random Chatterings ·

2023/03/17

CW: Murder, Suicide Spoilers for Hitman Hart: Wrestling with Shadows and Screwed: The True Story of the Montreal Screwjob. In this week's edition of RanChat Bits, Arlill talks about the interesting videos/streams he watched on the week of October 23rd including the amazing Pomutori collab and 2 excellent documentaries about the Montreal Screwjob! Sources:The Pomutori Collab Stream Hitman Hart: Wrestling with Shadows Screwed: The Complete Story of the Montreal Screwjob Rabid: The Chris

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00:11:54

Dragon Quest XIS Made Me Cry! - RCB #4

Random Chatterings ·

2023/03/10

CW: Death, Grief Spoilers for Dragon Quest XIS - Echoes of an Elusive Age: Definitive Edition. In this week's edition of RanChat Bits, Arlill talks about a pivotal moment during the main story of Dragon Quest XIS and why many a tear was shed... :( Sources: The Instagram post that inspired the production of this episode Technical Info: Executive Producer - Alex Rodriguez Album Art created by Julian Taylor Recorded and Edited by Arlill Rodriguez "Main Menu [Sonic Mania OST]"

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00:16:47

EVA 3.0 + 1.0: Thrice Upon a Time and Why I Like...

Random Chatterings ·

2023/03/02

CW: PTSD, Forced Eating, Strangulation, Transphobia, Sleep Paralysis Spoilers for End of Evangelion and for Evangelion 3.0 + 1.0: Thrice Upon a Time. In this week's edition of RanChat Bits, Arlill talks about the 2021 4th Rebuild EVA film and why existentialism has become a fun mental exercise for him! Admittedly, this podcast attempts to cover a lot in a short amount of time so we might've spread ourselves thin. Future episodes of RCB will be more focused but I hope you enjoy this

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00:16:59

Sonic Frontiers is my Dream Game! (...in theory) -...

Random Chatterings ·

2023/02/22

Hello again! In this edition of RanChat Bits, Arlill talks about the 2022 game, Sonic Frontiers and what it does right and wrong! Sources:Sonic Frontiers Review by SomeCallmeJohnny GVG video about Sonic Forces Digital Foundry's video about Sonic Frontiers Technical Info:Executive Producer - Alex Rodriguez Album Art created by Julian Taylor Recorded and Edited by Arlill Rodriguez "Main Menu [Sonic Mania OST]" composed by Tee Lopes "Instrumentals-Forest of Hope 8 Bit" remixed

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00:07:53

RanChat Bits Reboot!! - RCB #1

Random Chatterings ·

2023/02/22

We're back, everyone! In this special episode, we explain the new bite-sized segments we are introducing for the podcast: RanChat Bits! Once you're done with this primer, why not join us in the next RCB all about Sonic Frontiers! It's on the feed right now! :D Technical Info: Executive Producer - Alex Rodriguez Album Art created by Julian Taylor Recorded and Edited by Arlill Rodriguez "Main Menu [Sonic Mania OST]" composed by Tee Lopes "Gaur Plain 8 Bit" remixed by

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00:37:54

An Accurate Snapshot Of That Time

Random Chatterings ·

2023/01/25

CW: Ableism, Sanism, Culture Shock Hello 2023 listeners! This episode was originally pulled due to DMCA flags based on the music that was originally used. Those tracks along with references to those tracks are now removed. I did not know Anchor would move the episode up like this so that will mess up the order but in any case, please enjoy this episode from 2016! :) [Episode 20] This week, I’m joined by my good friend Joey Liu as he talks about his lessons from filmmaking and his amazing story of

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