Under the Plumbob Podcast

Under the Plumbob Podcast
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Under the Plumbob Podcast

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!

  1. 2 DAYS AGO · BONUS

    BONUS: Wylde Flowers

    As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from January 2024. "Warning: Spoilers for the game!  Also possible light spoilers for Stardew Valley as well. Apologies in advance for any sound issues, Jen was having mic issues that have now been resolved! Jen and Vaniti discuss the cozy little game, Wylde Flowers, available on Nintendo Switch, Apple Arcade, and Steam. We discuss what we love, hate, and give some game tips that we have learned or found on Reddit. Have you played this game? Let us know your thoughts down below or in the discord! If you haven't played, did we entice you into playing the game?"

    1h 34m

  2. 5 DAYS AGO · BONUS

    BONUS: Scary Stories!

    As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from October 2023. "Happy Hallow's Eve Eve! Ava, Jen and Julia tell various scary stories to get you in the mood for spooky day! Make sure you have all your lights on so you aren't too spooked like we were!"

    1h 17m

  3. JAN 4 · BONUS

    BONUS: War of the Roses Deep Dive and Book Talk

    As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from September 2023. "Caitlin is here (with Ava) to educate us on the War of the Roses and all things Lancaster, York, and Lannister! Discussion of various books will follow."

    1h 29m

  4. JAN 1 · BONUS

    BONUS: #TeamTangent

    As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from August 2023. "Today's bonus is several tangents that were ultimately cut out of our ADeepIndigo mod episodes. So, sit back and enjoy Alley, Vaniti, and Jen discuss all things medical and hygienic!"

    24 min

  5. 12/28/2024 · BONUS

    BONUS: Bloopers! (Jen's Version)

    As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from July 2023. "Today, we bring you a collection of bloopers and outtakes straight from Jen's cutting room floor! We hope you enjoy and we will have more bonus content coming your way in the next few days!"

    22 min

  6. 12/25/2024 · BONUS

    BONUS: Holiday Gifts and the Plight of Millennials

    As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from December 2022. "Happy Holidays from Under the Plumbob! In this month's bonus episode, Alley, Jen, and Vaniti reminisce and talk about what gifts we just had to have as kids. Did we get them? Did they live up to the potential? Did they just appear and proceed to terrorize us in the dark? (Looking at you, Furby and Walk With Me Stacy)"

    1h 34m

  7. 12/21/2024 · BONUS

    BONUS: UTPB and ChatGPT Present: Plumbob Masterpiece Theater

    As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from April 2023. "What would our episodes be like if an AI wrote all of our scripts? Well, here's your answer! In this edition of Plumbob Masterpiece Theater, you will hear five vignettes/mini-episodes completely written by ChatGPT (with some creative liberties), featuring: - The Llama Incident- Interview with the Werewolf- Interview with the Vlad- Agnes: The Sim Legend- ChatGPT's Sims Predictions. We hope you enjoy! Let us know what you think and if we should do more Plumbob Masterpiece Theater!"

    15 min

  8. 12/14/2024 · BONUS

    BONUS: Outtakes, Tangents, and Bloopers!

    As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from August 2022. "We're back with the bonuses! This month, we present all the behind the scenes goodness you don't get to hear in normal episodes! All of these outtakes, bloopers, and tangents are from: - Ep 129: Simmers of the Universe- Ep 131: We Don't Talk About _____- Ep 132: Pieces of Chocolate- Ep 133: Just Took a DNA Test, 100% Plantsim- Ep 134: Maxis Madness 2022 - Townie Tourney- Ep 135: Ambitious Enough to Record This Twice- Ep 136: We Know Things! Trust Us!- Ep 137: Pride in the Sims- Ep 138: Really Popped Off Today, Ladies!- The Twilight Bonus Episode ...We're a mess. Please enjoy!"

    42 min
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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!

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  • Creator
    Under the Plumbob Podcast
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    230
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Under the Plumbob Podcast
  • Show Website
    Under the Plumbob Podcast

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