193 episodes

Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast.



This is the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims!



We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones.



In each episode, we’ll discuss all the topics you love, Building, Gameplay, Lore, and more!

Under the Plumbob Podcast Under the Plumbob Podcast

    • Leisure
    • 4.1 • 24 Ratings

Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast.



This is the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims!



We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones.



In each episode, we’ll discuss all the topics you love, Building, Gameplay, Lore, and more!

    Ep 174: We Five Dollars Like These Kits (Kit and Caboodle part 1)

    Ep 174: We Five Dollars Like These Kits (Kit and Caboodle part 1)

    It's a bite size episode for a bite size group of kits! Jen and Jess cover the Grunge Revival, Castle Estate, and Goth Galore kits as your native alternative style girlies.
    Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones. Join us weekly here at Under the Plumbob Podcast. 

    Thanks to all our behind-the-scenes queens that help make each episode possible, especially Jen for editing.

    CONTACT US: email us your Sims stories (anything you want to share) and we might read it on air in a future bonus episode; also contact us if you create custom content and/or mods and want to do an interview or have us just share your details. Email address: undertheplumbobpodcast@gmail.com or fill out our contact form on https://www.plumbobcast.com/

    Subscribe now and you won't miss any episodes. You can also follow us on social media: @plumbobcast Twitter / Instagram; @undertheplumbobpodcast Tumblr;  find us on Twitch and YouTube (as Plumbob Podcast); subreddit r/PlumbobPodcast 

    Also we now have merch (https://bit.ly/plumbobmerch) and Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/plumbobcast)! Check out the options if you are so inclined. 

    RELEVANT LINKS 
    https://www.thegamer.com/the-sims-4-castle-estate-kit-all-items-included/
    https://www.ea.com/en/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/store/addons/the-sims-4-castle-estate-kithttps://www.reddit.com/r/Sims4/comments/19dz23q/castle_estate_kit_should_have_been_a_game_pack_or/
    https://www.ea.com/en/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/store/addons/the-sims-4-goth-galore-kit
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GK4MRVxxSp8
    https://www.ea.com/en/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/store/addons/the-sims-4-grunge-revival-kithttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2278350/The_Sims_4_Grunge_Revival_Kit/#app_reviews_hash
    https://www.reddit.com/r/thesims/comments/13vy8bu/thoughts_on_new_kits/
    CREDITS
    Intro & Outro -- courtesy of our creative guru Alley 

    • 35 min
    Ep 173: So Many Babies, So Little Patience

    Ep 173: So Many Babies, So Little Patience

    The Sims 4 has changed a lot since we first talked about the 100 Baby Challenge (Ep 008: Line 'em up for Baby-Making), so we thought it was time to provide an updated guide! Caitlin and Jess are going to give you a quick history of the challenge, discuss the packs that will either help or hinder your baby-making spree, and provide invaluable tips and tricks they've learned through their own gameplay (pour one out for Caitlin's sanity).
    So, rev up your flirtiest Sim, break out the bassinets, and brace yourself for a whirlwind of babies!
    Also, Jess does NOT work for EA.
    Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones. Join us weekly here at Under the Plumbob Podcast. 

    Thanks to all our behind-the-scenes queens that help make each episode possible, especially Jessica for editing.

    CONTACT US: email us your Sims stories (anything you want to share) and we might read it on air in a future bonus episode; also contact us if you create custom content and/or mods and want to do an interview or have us just share your details. Email address: undertheplumbobpodcast@gmail.com or fill out our contact form on https://www.plumbobcast.com/

    Subscribe now and you won't miss any episodes. You can also follow us on social media: @plumbobcast Instagram/Hive/Bluesky/Threads; @undertheplumbobpodcast Tumblr;  find us on Twitch and YouTube (as Under the Plumbob Podcast); subreddit r/PlumbobPodcast 

    Also we now have merch (https://bit.ly/plumbobmerch) and Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/plumbobcast)! Check out the options if you are so inclined. 

    RELEVANT LINKSSims 2 100 Baby Cheesecake ChallengeSims 3 100 Baby ChallengeSims 4 100 Baby Challenge
    Track your 100 Baby Challenge families on Sims Legacy Hub!

    CREDITS
    Intro & Outro -- courtesy of our creative guru Alley 

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Ep 172: Maxis Madness 2024 - Pack-a-palooza (Cowplant Conference)

    Ep 172: Maxis Madness 2024 - Pack-a-palooza (Cowplant Conference)

    And now... the thrilling conclusion to this year's Maxis Madness Pack-a-palooza! Alley, Jen, Jess, and Vaniti are back to work through the Cowplant Conference, then crown an overall winner for the podcast's bracket. Will we survive this episode? Will we pick the same packs as the listener vote? Will anyone be quitting the team? Will Ava be disappointed in us? Listen in to find out (most of) the answers!
    One answer is hidden below...
    Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones. Join us weekly here at Under the Plumbob Podcast. 

    Thanks to all our behind-the-scenes queens that help make each episode possible, especially Jessica for editing.

    CONTACT US: email us your Sims stories (anything you want to share) and we might read it on air in a future bonus episode; also contact us if you create custom content and/or mods and want to do an interview or have us just share your details. Email address: undertheplumbobpodcast@gmail.com or fill out our contact form on https://www.plumbobcast.com/

    Subscribe now and you won't miss any episodes. You can also follow us on social media: @plumbobcast Twitter / Instagram; @undertheplumbobpodcast Tumblr;  find us on Twitch and YouTube (as Plumbob Podcast); subreddit r/PlumbobPodcast 

    Also we now have merch (https://bit.ly/plumbobmerch) and Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/plumbobcast)! Check out the options if you are so inclined. 

    RELEVANT LINKS 
    https://sims.fandom.com/wiki/The_Sims_4
    SECRET ANSWER:Ava is very disappointed in us... :(

    • 1 hr 26 min
    Ep 171: Maxis Madness 2024 - Pack-a-palooza (Llama Conference)

    Ep 171: Maxis Madness 2024 - Pack-a-palooza (Llama Conference)

    Maxis Madness is back, baby! This year is Pack-a-palooza, covering all stuff, game, and expansion packs in Sims 4. Alley, Jen, Jess and Vaniti give their thoughts and opinions and see what makes it to the final seed for part 1. Part 2 coming in 2 weeks!  Make sure you are keeping up over on Instagram to vote for the listener brackets!

    Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones. Join us weekly here at Under the Plumbob Podcast. 

    Thanks to all our behind-the-scenes queens that help make each episode possible, especially Jen for editing.

    CONTACT US: email us your Sims stories (anything you want to share) and we might read it on air in a future bonus episode; also contact us if you create custom content and/or mods and want to do an interview or have us just share your details. Email address: undertheplumbobpodcast@gmail.com or fill out our contact form on https://www.plumbobcast.com/

    Subscribe now and you won't miss any episodes. You can also follow us on social media: @plumbobcast Twitter / Instagram; @undertheplumbobpodcast Tumblr;  find us on Twitch and YouTube (as Plumbob Podcast); subreddit r/PlumbobPodcast 

    Also we now have merch (https://bit.ly/plumbobmerch) and Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/plumbobcast)! Check out the options if you are so inclined. 

    RELEVANT LINKS 
    https://sims.fandom.com/wiki/The_Sims_4

    • 1 hr 26 min
    Ep 170: Hot Snickers! We've Got Crystals!

    Ep 170: Hot Snickers! We've Got Crystals!

    Surprise! We are on top of it and Jen, Jess, and Vaniti are here to give you our low-sodium review of Crystal Creations Stuff Pack, mere seconds* after its release! Does it all work? Is it everything high school us wanted in life and in game? Is Vaniti still salty about the horses and not being an infomercial actress? Listen in to find out!
    *more like six days, but who's counting?
    Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones. Join us weekly here at Under the Plumbob Podcast. 

    Thanks to all our behind-the-scenes queens that help make each episode possible, especially Jessica for editing.

    CONTACT US: email us your Sims stories (anything you want to share) and we might read it on air in a future bonus episode; also contact us if you create custom content and/or mods and want to do an interview or have us just share your details. Email address: undertheplumbobpodcast@gmail.com or fill out our contact form on https://www.plumbobcast.com/

    Subscribe now and you won't miss any episodes. You can also follow us on social media: @plumbobcast Twitter / Instagram; @undertheplumbobpodcast Tumblr;  find us on Twitch and YouTube (as Plumbob Podcast); subreddit r/PlumbobPodcast 

    Also we now have merch (https://bit.ly/plumbobmerch) and Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/plumbobcast)! Check out the options if you are so inclined. 

    RELEVANT LINKS
    Charged Crystals Effects:Reddit postSims Community post
    Gemology Skill

    CREDITS
    Intro & Outro -- courtesy of our creative guru Alley 

    • 1 hr 9 min
    Ep 169: Nuggets & Tidbits (feat. Nardvillain)

    Ep 169: Nuggets & Tidbits (feat. Nardvillain)

    The Social Bunny Crew (Caitlin and Jess), joined by special guest Nardvillain, have collected enough news nuggets to present them to you! We're covering everything from the start of the year -- from a new roadmap with new kits and packs to spilled tea about SimGurus, Paralives, and Life by You! So, charge your crystals and get ready for another edition of Social Bunny News!
    Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones. Join us weekly here at Under the Plumbob Podcast. 

    Thanks to all our behind-the-scenes queens that help make each episode possible, especially Jessica for editing.

    CONTACT US: email us your Sims stories (anything you want to share) and we might read it on air in a future bonus episode; also contact us if you create custom content and/or mods and want to do an interview or have us just share your details. Email address: undertheplumbobpodcast@gmail.com or fill out our contact form on https://www.plumbobcast.com/

    Subscribe now and you won't miss any episodes. You can also follow us on social media: @plumbobcast Twitter / Instagram; @undertheplumbobpodcast Tumblr;  find us on Twitch and YouTube (as Plumbob Podcast); subreddit r/PlumbobPodcast 

    Also we now have merch (https://bit.ly/plumbobmerch) and Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/plumbobcast)! Check out the options if you are so inclined. 

    RELEVANT LINKS
    Follow Nardvillain Everywhere!
    Castle Estate and Goth Galore KitsCrystal Creations Stuff Pack and collab with ArethaBeeJan 16 Patch/UpdateSimGuru Grant leaving EA/Maxis (Reddit)SDX - Adding Vitiligo to Base GameParalives Early Access/Gameplay Announcement Video
    What Crystal Are You Charging? (Sims on X/Twitter)

    CREDITS
    Intro & Outro -- courtesy of our creative guru Alley 

    • 1 hr 27 min

Customer Reviews

4.1 out of 5
24 Ratings

24 Ratings

Chaynne ,

This is the best hour of my week!

I've literally spent the last half an hour trying to write an eloquent review that would do this podcast justice. I can't find the words. All I can say is that this is hands down one of the best podcasts ever. There's the right mix of information, fun and tangential side notes (Team Tangent FTW!) to make this the perfect way to de-stress. Thank you guys for doing a such a great job! 😍

Labelorlove ,

Everything you need

The podcast is everything you need for a sims fan? I love looking back at the previous games and learning about aspects of the game I have no idea about! Plus the girls who host are amazing even with the tangents 💚

Rosie_Baillie ,

The Sims podcast you’ve been looking for

Been listening to this podcast for a few months, and I look forward to each new episode. The hosts are all brilliant, funny, salty, well informed, and cover a range of topics from news, pack reviews, Sims lore & more (listen to the episode about gaming as a female, it’s fantastic)! It feels like you’re sitting down with friends and talking about your favourite game.

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