Ouerdplait

Episodes

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   #016 - A Punning Clan (24 Oct 2018)

   It's three years late and shorter than usual... but at long last, here's the PENULTIMATE EPISODE of Ouerdplait! Our crop of contestants, all winners from previous shows, makes this episode a tournament of champions! Who will reign supreme? There's only one way to find out, so give it a listen…

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   Oct 25, 2018
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   Mini #016 - Bootiful

   It's not a drill, and it's not a mistake: it's a new Ouerdplait Mini! I'm sure I've mentioned this on a previous show, but my favorite holiday by far is Halloween, and now that it's finally October, it seemed like a good time to release this little puzzle I wrote a FULL YEAR ago. It's called...

   Oct 17, 2018
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   Mini #015 - The Wrath of CON

   The puzzle I'm serving up for you today was printed on some cards I handed out at Ouerdplait's live show in February, so until now, the only folks who have seen this puzzle were the ones who showed up to that live show. It ain't much, but it's something. Each correct answer in this game will be a...

   Mar 27, 2016
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   Mini #013 - Shadow of the Bat

   And now that we've had our Marvel round, it seems only fitting that we offset that with a round devoted to DC Comics, specifically… The Batman. You guys? Keep this on the down-low, but I think… I think Bruce Wayne? He might be the guy. Ssh. I know. I KNOW! I mean, he's rich, he's been around the...

   Mar 16, 2016
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   Mini #011 - Parseltongue 101

   Welcome, honorary Hogwarts students, to “Parseltongue 101.” Parseltongue is, as you almost certainly already know, the ability to speak with snakes. Many powerful wizards, like Harry Potter and Voldemort, were well-known for their ability to speak Parseltongue. For natural parseltongues, it's...

   Mar 11, 2016
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   Mini #009 - Talk Like a Dalek

   There is no set of villains quite as iconic as the Daleks from Doctor Who, and they're pretty well known for saying “EXTERMINATE,” in their very staccato tone. In this puzzle, I'll be trying to teach you to talk like a Dalek yourself. I'll start with a clue, as usual. And here's the hook: every...

   Mar 2, 2016
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   Christmas Bonus - Double Duty on Digital Downtime (24 Dec 2015)

   Here's a nifty bonus episode for all you holly jolly fans. Christian Garman and Travis Brown, co-workers of mine, have their own podcast called Digital Downtime, where they discuss recent events and interview local guests. They had me on their show earlier this month to promote Ouerdplait, and…

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   Dec 25, 2015
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   Mini #006 - First Things First: Merry Xmas! (17 Dec 2015)

   One truly interesting thing about language is how much it evolves over time. We're all about shortening words these days, either for the sake of brevity or just so you'll seem cool to your friends. As I record this, there are only 9 days left until Christmas Day, and some people consider it...

   Dec 17, 2015
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   Mini #004 - Hanukkah Blessings (2 Dec 2015)

   Well, as the year winds down, we find ourselves heading more and more into the holiday season. Different people celebrate different holidays based on their own personal belief, background, and upbringing, but generally, folks understand that the holiday season is a time to be a little more...

   Dec 3, 2015
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    Mini #003 - Giving Thanks for T. Hanks (25 Nov 2015)

    This particular puzzle is releasing on November the 25th, the day just before Americans like myself will celebrate Thanksgiving, a time of… well, thanksgiving. It's a time when you look past your life's frustrations and count your blessings, the things you're really privileged to have, that you...

    Nov 26, 2015
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    Mini #002 - Rule of Threes (18 Nov 2015)

    Lots of people, if you ask, will tell you they have a favorite number, or a lucky number. I myself have a great fondness for the number 3. Don't ask me why. Couldn't tell you. All I know is, when I see the number three when I'm out there in the world, especially if it's in a group of three, I…

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    Nov 19, 2015
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    Mini #001 - Exactly Wrong (11 Nov 2015)

    It's here! A brand new thing for the holidays! (This week's Ouerdplait Mini features music by Landon Beall, Broke for Free, Nheap, and Mark Sparling [”Day 2″ and “Day 8″].) Today's puzzle goes out to everyone who's ever listened to our show or read our blog and feels like they get every single…

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    Nov 12, 2015
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    #015 - Champing at the Bit (28 Oct 2015)

    It's almost Halloween, and that puts Adam in the spirit (no pun intended) to cook up some puzzles that are creepy, kooky, mysterious, and spooky, and Kat, Alicia, and Stephanie are ready for the challenge. Zac and Danial snipe some questions from the sidelines, we chat about our close, personal...

    Oct 29, 2015
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    #014 - No One Drives Through General Sherman (14 Oct 2015)

    Zac, plus newcomers Danial and Stephanie take on the latest round of puzzles. Meanwhile, Kat helps Adam recall fond memories, Alicia reveals she's a crunchy hippie, and then there was Carl. Carl didn't make it. Puzzles featured in this episode: I) In Other Words: Small Screen II) Missing Links…

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    Oct 15, 2015
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    #013 - Gorilla Wristwatch (30 Sep 2015)

    Alicia, Mike, and Yasmin contend with a few of Adam's “fairly simple” puzzles in a quest to win the prestigious and mysterious Ouerdplait Cap of Ouisdom from previous winner Kat. Mike says maybe fifteen words altogether, Adam gives away a clue AGAIN, the gang ponders the meaning of the word...

    Oct 1, 2015
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    #012 - Buzzer Etiquette (16 Sep 2015)

    Go go go! Upload! Come on, you can do it! (Adam recorded this episode just two days ago and edited it in one sitting. What's it about? Oh. Newcomers Yasmin and Mike must deal with former Ouerdplait champion Kat as they go for four puzzling rounds. Adam screws up at some point during the show,...

    Sep 17, 2015
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    #011 - You Wanted to Say Cumberbatch (2 Sep 2015)

    Darrell, rightful holder of the Ouerdplait Cap of Ouisdom, returns to defend his title and his newfound knowledge of the universe from would-be usurpers Kat and Max. Meanwhile, Adam hides under a sheet while touching himself, Kat polishes her belt, and consistency is Max's middle name. Alternate...

    Sep 3, 2015
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    #010 - Put Me On (19 Aug 2015)

    Alicia, Darrell, and newcomer Max gather around the table to solve a new batch of head-scratching puzzles. Meanwhile, Kat waves her arms uncontrollably from the sidelines, we bid farewell to a Ouerdplait staple… …oh, and Adam introduces a b͕̮̳̗r̮̺͓̣̰̲̤a̩̺̼̥n̬̺̮d ̱͙̤͙̻̣n̯̰̠͓̦̜̣e̱̥w̬͇͍̤,̰̺̖͎͙...

    Aug 20, 2015
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    #009 - Happy to Be Here (5 Aug 2015)

    Zac and Kat return to try and unseat grand champion Alicia from the winner's chair. Kat seizes an opportunity to plug her day job (#Pensacon #FindYourFandom), Alicia cringes at puns, Adam maths bad, and will someone please give Zac a star sticker or somethin'? And oh, hey, Ouerdplait merchandise…

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    Aug 6, 2015
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    #008 - Like a Bad Mario Party Game (22 Jul 2015)

    Zac, Kat, and Alicia fight through four new puzzles AND the hot, sticky mess of Pensacola (#UpsideOfFlorida) for your entertainment! Kat and Alicia both crave the Ouerdplait title, Zac unsuccessfully fishes for extra points, and Adam tries to tame his runaway mouth the entire game. Alternate...

    Jul 23, 2015
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    #007 - Glad I Didn't Say Mulan (8 Jul 2015)

    The competition heats up this episode as Darrell, Brandi, and Mark let their buzzers do the talking, open their third eye, and stand by helpless as Adam is injured by a toy rocket. Puzzles featured in this episode: I) Disemvoweled II) In Other Words III) Assisted Anagrams: World Landmarks IV)…

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    Jul 9, 2015
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    #006 - Würds Я Fün (24 Jun 2015)

    I have a sit-down with previous Ouerdplait champion Alicia, newcomer Darrell, and returning player Kat. Over a foursome of deadly new puzzles, we discuss James Lipton, buzzer etiquette, Michael Bublé, and “the puns.” Puzzles featured in this episode: I) Hue Complete Me II) Body Swap III)…

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    Jun 25, 2015
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    #005 - Rutabaga Winnebago (10 Jun 2015)

    It's Ladies' Night as Alicia, Jennifer, and Kat take on a new quartet of fiendish word puzzles. We also discuss Game of Thrones (no spoilers!), when things are or are not Skee-Ball, and our friend the bag. Puzzles played on this episode: I) Aw-Struck II) Assisted Anagrams: At the Arcade III) The...

    Jun 11, 2015
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    #004 - What Rhymes With Mayim Bialik? (27 May 2015)

    This week, three brand-new contestants step up to Adam's fiendish Ouerdplait challenges! Along the way, John, Sid, and Travis discuss IQ tests, crystal schools, and Tab soda. Tune in! Puzzles played on this episode: I) QWERTY Kickstart II) Beginning with the Ending III) Rhyme Time IV) Missing…

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    May 28, 2015
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    #003 - Edited In Real Time (13 May 2015)

    Seasoned Ouerdplait veteran Nathan returns to take on newcomers Jen and Daphne in today's puzzlefest! Will his previous experience with the game help or hurt him? Puzzles played on this episode: I) ABC You Letter II) Assisted Anagrams: Chess III) Headers & Footers IV) Before & After Find more...

    May 14, 2015
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    #002 - Gravy Pit (29 Apr 2015)

    Corey, Zac, and Brooke all tackle a quartet of tricky puzzle games on today's episode of Ouerdplait! Play along and feel smarter! Puzzles played on this episode: I) Seen But Not Heard II) Drop Out III) Assisted Anagrams: Outer Space IV) Kiss Fromage Rose Find more Ouerdplait puzzles at...

    Apr 30, 2015
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    #001 - Pregnate (15 Apr 2015)

    Welcome to Ouerdplait, the podcast game show where we have fun at the expense of the English language. Play along with Zac, Nathan, and Alicia and find out if you have what it takes to be a Ouerdplait champ! Puzzles played on this episode: I) Double Duty II) Inner Workings III) Split Definitive…

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    Apr 16, 2015
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    #000 - Special Note (11 Apr 2015)

    A special audio message from the show's creator, Adam. Music is “Add And” by Broke For Free, available freely at http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Petal/

    Apr 12, 2015