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Buzz Words Episode 9: The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook

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2026/09/24

Episode Nine of Buzz Words is here, and it's not quite as crazy as the previous episode. It's the third book in the Dungeon Crawler Carl series, The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook by Matt Dinniman. The further adventures of Carl and Donut and friends is sure getting interesting. Things are a bit more serious as they traverse the fourth floor, and the dangers are amplified. We're loving this series, even if Howie can't finish the book. Yes, one of us didn't finish the book for the first time. Cast:

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96:22

Buzz Words Episode 8: Huck Finn & James

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2026/09/09

The newest episode of Buzz Words is our longest as we reviewed two books, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain and James by Percival Everett. It is also our buzziest as the shots came quick and often. This was is quite a bit scattered all over, but in the middle of all that, the books shine through. We could say that this episode was sponsored by a certain drink, but we won't...yet. The opportunities are there. These books, together, create a tapestry of Americana that is rich and

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59:14

Buzz Words Episode 7: Carl's Doomsday Scenario

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2026/08/26

The latest episode of Buzz Words revisits Carl and Princess Donut as we take on Book 2in the Dungeon Crawler Carl series. Carl's Doomsday Scenario is the second installment in the series and it really takes off. As crazy as the first book was, this book takes it to another level...the third level. If you want to hear more about the adventures of our hapless hero and his furry sidekick, take a listen to this episode.Cast: Scott, Howie, Craig Running Time: 59 Minutes Intro and Outro music: "Whiskey

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58:22

Buzz Words Episode 6: Lord of the Flies

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2026/08/12

The latest installment of Buzz Words tackles a double feature: Lord of the Flies. We read the book and watched the new miniseries that is on Netflix. It was a mixed reaction from the three of us. It was almost uniform, however, that we weren't thrilled with the miniseries. Some of us really didn't like the book either, but others did. It was a tough book to read back in high school. Cast: Craig, Howie, Scott Running Time: 58 minutes Intro and Outro music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod

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58:58

Buzz Words Episode 5: Dungeon Crawler Carl

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2026/07/30

It's the end of the world as we know it. And we feel fine. It's Episode 5 of Buzz Words, and this week we take on Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman. This has been a long time coming. Mostly because Craig couldn't find the time to finish it, even though he was the first to grab a copy. This book is simply amazing, especially if you grew up in the 80s and played any video games or D&D. If you thought Ready Player One was awesome, hold onto your boxers and grab your cat.Cast: Craig, Scott,

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45:29

Buzz Words Episode 3: The Infinite Sadness of Small...

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2026/07/16

In Episode 4 of Buzz Words, Scott, Howie, and Craig discuss The Infinite Sadness of Small Appliances by Glenn Dixon. This one will hit you in the feels, both teary and angry. In a cross between the Brave Little Toaster, 1984, and a slew of other books, this novel, while short, packs a lot of punch. And makes you think. The future is almost here. Are we ready for it? Listen and find out what we thought of this book.Cast: Scott, Howie, Craig Running Time: 45 minutes Intro and Outro music: "Whiskey

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66:38

Buzz Words Episode 3: After the Fall With Edward Ashton

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2026/06/30

Episode 3 of Buzz Words features our first interview with an author. Edward Ashton, author of Mickey 7 (which was the inspiration for the Movie Mickey 17, starring Robert Pattinson), Antimatter Blues, The Fourth Consort, and After the Falls, joins us to talk about his latest book, After the Fall. We are grateful to Edward for taking time out of his day to speak with us. We also plan our next reading adventure, which will be coming out soon. Cast: Scott, Howie, Craig Guest: Edward Ashton Running

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80:29

Buzz Words Episode 2: Ranking the Classics

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2026/06/18

Our second episode is all about the classics. What makes a classic, and where do they rank? There is a lot of dissention with the placement of some of the books. None of us agree on all of them. There were even books we didn't know, which is rare. What were some of the omissions from the lists? Listen and find out where your favorite classic ranks.Cast: Scott, Howie, Craig Running Time: 80 Minutes Intro and Outro music: "Whiskey on the Mississippi" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under

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67:16

Buzz Words Episode 1: In the Beginning There Was Chaos

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2026/05/05

We're back with an all-new podcast. We present to you...Buzz Words...a podcast that talks about books and reading while we sip on some of our favorite libations. It's our first episode and we are all over the place as we try to find our voices for this new endeavor. We talk about how and what we read in today's modern world. The three of us all have quite different approaches to reading. We have some cool ideas for the future, including having authors on the show.The first book we'll be reading is:

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Canal Sharks Episode 3: Free Parking Is Not Always Free

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2026/04/07

The Rise And Fall Of Miss Vivi LaVienne. The Neener Neener card. Physical therapy for ED sounds fun. Are you Team Alan or Team "Instigate Kyle"?Cast: Rich, Skip, Alan, Kyle The views, information or opinions expressed on the podcast are solely the views of the individuals involved and do not represent the views of Niagara's Watercooler or anyone associated. Where guests appear on the podcast, the views expressed by such guests are solely their own.

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79:41

Canal Sharks Episode 2: What Happened to Scott Baculum?

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2026/04/04

Canal Sharks Episode 2 is here. Rich doesn't send me a synopsis, so I blatantly steal it from his YouTube Channel. Cast: Rich, Skip, Kyle The views, information or opinions expressed on the podcast are solely the views of the individuals involved and do not represent the views of Niagara's Watercooler or anyone associated. Where guests appear on the podcast, the views expressed by such guests are solely their own.

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Canal Sharks Episode 1: My Poop in a Box

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2026/03/05

Bills talk. Fat Bear Week is not what you might think, Kyle. The Scooby-Doo Mysteries still hold a surprise for Skip. Number 2 pencils are gross. Cast: Skip, Kyle, Rich The views, information or opinions expressed on the podcast are solely the views of the individuals involved and do not represent the views of Niagara's Watercooler or anyone associated. Where guests appear on the podcast, the views expressed by such guests are solely their own.

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01:23:58

Shenanigans Episode 366: Armstrong, and Other...

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2025/07/26

Shenanigans is back for the month of July, and now, there are enough episodes to listen to us every day of the year. Even Leap Years! We have a new guy sitting in for his first show, and he brought the one-liners and quips. It was the anniversary of the moon landing on the day we recorded, so of course we had to talk about conspiracies surrounding it. We talk a little bit about Old Fort Niagara and knighthoods. Someone wore a wetsuit recently and it turned out exactly how you'd expect it to

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01:11:41

Shenanigans Episode 365: Well That's All Fine and Dandle

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2025/06/28

In Shenanigans for June, we have some new guests, with Rich and Craig being joined by Dave and CC. It was just Father's Day, so Dave, Rich, and Craig talk a bit about that. It's been 31 years since the slow chase of OJ in LA. In honor of that, we talk about how much we can blame OJ for, including the slow roll bicycle rides around towns. We bet they don't even know it. AI will someday be "reality" and that is scary. What if we made old history events into steampunk versions. Ozzy DNA will survive

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01:01:14

Shenanigans Episode 364: Broken Chairs Spare No Tales

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2025/05/24

Guess who's back? Back again? It's Shenanigans, the show that never ends. After a 6-month hiatus, we are back to recording, but things will be a bit different. Once a month rather than every week, at least to start. Less crass, more friendly to the average listener. We had a couple of new guys join in, and they were a bit nervous. Give them some time, and they will be in full swing. This week, we talked about the MLB bans lifted for Pete Rose and the Black Sox. Are all Kevin Costner movies terrible

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01:11:36

Shenanigans Episode 363: All Things Must Pass...

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2024/12/28

Well, it's finally here. It's the final episode of the Shenanigans podcast as we know it. Not going to lie -- it was a struggle to sit and edit this one because of it being the last one. Oh, I can almost guarantee there will be some reunion shows, and maybe a few Best Of episodes in our future, but for the most part, this is it. There's a long goodbye at the beginning, but then we get into a show with plenty of laughs. We talk about tacos, free will, beer cologne, and the right color for Santa to be

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01:17:34

Shenanigans Episode 362: The Penultimate Experience...

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2024/12/21

In this week's Shenanigans podcast, we go back a week or so after I lost the original show and had to start the editing process all over again. We talk a little about football and what's wrong with hockey and Kevyn Adams. Dave is our guest this week and he tells us about a great golf project he's working on. China now has OnlyFans and it has made a big splash in that country. We talk a bit about Gone With the Wind and the Civil War. They're making a Jonestown Theme Park. Just don't drink the purple

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Shenanigans Episode 361: The Best of Shenanigans Vol 20

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2024/12/07

This week's Shenanigans podcast is a throwback again. This time of year we tend to be hit or miss with new content as there is so much going on. We do take the last two weeks of the year off to celebrate the holidays, so there might only be two new episodes before we start our 2025 season. If you're interested in sitting in for a show, contact Craig. We throwback to police pretending to shoot, rocket scientists trying to figure out the simple things in life, and Walden's favorite vacation

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01:41:19

Shenanigans Episode 360: Chasing Squirrels and...

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2024/11/30

In this week's Shenanigans podcast, we have a couple of newbies who have infiltrated the studio. And it was amazing. It's Christmas shopping season and the shoppers are already crazy. We're trying to find dates for Allyn, but he's sending mixed messages. Do you remember scratch n sniff and puffy stickers that you'd put on your Trapper Keeper? And then the show gets crazy. We talk about marriage, dating, threesomes, and watching movies of an adult nature. We have a female perspective this time. As

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51:03

Shenanigans Episode 359: The Best of Shenanigans Vol 19

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2024/11/23

This week's Shenanigans podcast is a "best of" after we got to the studio and ended up sitting at the table with some whiskey and laughs with friends. In this episode we throwback to Swedish language lessons, new cults of fragrancy, penguins, the word moist, and dying on the Oregon Trail. Our first Canada Watch makes a very subtle debut. We throw Vinnie under the bus, and who loves car? I mean really loves cars? As always, this podcast should be listen only with caution in public and at work. We are

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