The Apocalypse Will Be Podcasted

Bri & Nick
  • 5.0 (11)
  • Science Fiction

Welcome to the ultimate fan dive into Dungeon Crawler Carl! We are kicking things off with book 7: This Inevitable Ruin - breaking down every chapter with wild theories, foreshadowing hunts, and deep dive discussions true fans will appreciate. Expect spoilers galore, funny quips, and a conversational vibe that feels like geeking out with friends who love the series as much as you do. If you’ve read the books and crave more Dungeon Crawler Carl chaos, you will not be appalled. All the links: https://linktr.ee/princesspossee Shop on Etsy: https://theapocalpysepod.etsy.com

  1. A Parade of Horribles - Full Spoiler Reaction

    6d ago

    A Parade of Horribles - Full Spoiler Reaction

    This week on The Apocalypse Will Be Podcasted, we give our full spoiler-filled first impressions of Dungeon Crawler Carl Book 8: A Parade of Horribles and try to process the absolute chaos Matt Dinniman unleashed. If you have not finished book 8, do not listen to this episode. We cover Donut's dungeon exit negotation, Prepotente’s heartbreaking storyline, Pineapple Cabaret conspiracies, the terrifying evolution of the AI, and the completely unhinged ending of Floor 11. Along the way: kangaroo suits, shadow mimics, crawler politics, and Carl somehow making everything worse in the most Carl way possible. This episode is pure reactions, theories, emotional spirals, and lore overload as we try to unpack one of the wildest books in the series so far. Spoilers for all released Dungeon Crawler Carl books — including The Pineapple Cabaret — ahead. You’ve been warned. All the links: linktr.ee/princesspossee

    41 min
  2. A Parade of Horribles - No Spoilers Review

    May 17

    A Parade of Horribles - No Spoilers Review

    First reactions, emotional damage, slow burns, and absolute chaos — this week we finally dive into our spoiler free (mostly) impressions of A Parade of Horribles. After months of waiting, we sit down to talk about what surprised us most about Book 8, how different it feels from our expectations after Book 7, and why the ending may be one of the wildest payoffs in the entire series. We also talk about fandom growth, cosplay culture taking over conventions, and why book communities feel bigger and more important than ever right now. Plus, we announce our upcoming MomoCon Dungeon Crawler Carl meetup and preview our upcoming episode covering the Fermi Paradox and its connection to the series. Whether you’ve already finished Book 8 or you’re just getting started, this episode is all about the feelings, excitement, confusion, and absolute hype surrounding the next chapter of the crawl. All the links: linktr.ee/princesspossee

    21 min
  3. The Pineapple Cabaret Synopsis

    May 10

    The Pineapple Cabaret Synopsis

    With A Parade of Horribles coming out in a couple of days, we wanted to release a synopsis of The Pineapple Cabaret chapters from books 1-7 as this bonus content plays a pivotal role in Book 8. In this special pre-release episode, we break down the major events and lore revelations from the mysterious Pineapple Cabaret chapters ahead of Book Eight of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series. We discuss Rory’s awakening, the disturbing truth behind the backstage construction of the 17th floor, Grandma Llama’s growing skepticism, Growler Gary’s tragic role in the Cabaret, the terrifying rise of the shadow mimics, and the deeper implications surrounding Minerva, Herott, and the “real gods” hiding within the Pineapple Cabaret itself. Shop on Etsy: https://theapocalpysepod.etsy.com Visit us on our website: https://rss.com/podcasts/theapocalypsewillbepodcasted/ You can find us on Facebook @TheApocalypseWillBePodcasted and on Instagram @ApocalypseWillBePodcasted.

    33 min
  4. Matt Dinniman Variety Interview & Reddit AMA

    Apr 12

    Matt Dinniman Variety Interview & Reddit AMA

    This week, we’re switching things up. Instead of our usual deep dive into the books, we’re breaking down some real-world Dungeon Crawler Carl content—an author interview and a Reddit AMA with Matt Dinniman. From behind-the-scenes insights to unexpected character details, there’s a lot to unpack. We dig into what we learned about Matt’s writing style, favorite characters, and the chaotic, often unplanned nature of the series. Plus, we get into some bigger conversations—like the future of the TV adaptation, the role of AI in creative work, and just how wild the fandom has gotten lately (yes… including the keychain frenzy). It’s a more freeform, stream-of-consciousness episode, but packed with insights, theories, and plenty of tangents you won’t want to miss. We are taking a hiatus starting on 4/12, our next episode will drop on 5/12 when book 8 comes out. Visit us on our website: https://rss.com/podcasts/theapocalypsewillbepodcasted/ You can find us on Facebook @TheApocalypseWillBePodcasted and on Instagram @ApocalypseWillBePodcasted Shop on Etsy: https://theapocalpysepod.etsy.com

    1h 2m
  5. The Ramp Up Looms (Chapter 14)

    Apr 5

    The Ramp Up Looms (Chapter 14)

    Chapter 14 of This Inevitable Ruin throws Carl (and us) straight into the deep end. The rules of faction wars are finally laid bare—and there are a lot of them. From ceasefire to ramp-up to full-blown chaos, the mechanics behind the madness start to take shape… along with the realization that things are about to get very, very real. We dig into the overwhelming flood of information Carl is forced to process, the terrifying implications of missed system notifications, and the growing threat lurking inside his own mind. Meanwhile, Donut continues to prove she’s becoming a discerning warlord. There’s strategy, suspicion, and a looming army of 100,000 enemies on the horizon. Oh—and a child delivers one of the coldest lines in the entire series. Things are escalating fast. Shop on Etsy: https://theapocalpysepod.etsy.com Visit us on our website: https://rss.com/podcasts/theapocalypsewillbepodcasted/ You can find us on Facebook @TheApocalypseWillBePodcasted and on Instagram @ApocalypseWillBePodcasted

    36 min
  6. Entering Baroness Victory - Chapter 13

    Mar 29

    Entering Baroness Victory - Chapter 13

    In this episode, we break down Chapter 13 of This Inevitable Ruin—a deceptively short chapter that delivers big moments, major character introductions, and plenty of chaos. We dive into Donut being absolutely appalled, Mongo’s weird and emotional reunion, and the standout debut of the effortlessly badass Bareness Victory. Along the way, we unpack the growing complexity of faction wars politics, the creeping sense that everyone is cheating (except Carl… maybe), and the ever-present tension between strategy and total insanity. Plus: Florin’s peak snark, and one explosive assassination attempt that turns into one of the most memorable entrances in the series. Shop on Etsy: https://theapocalpysepod.etsy.com Visit us on our website: https://rss.com/podcasts/theapocalypsewillbepodcasted/ You can find us on Facebook @TheApocalypseWillBePodcasted and on Instagram @ApocalypseWillBePodcasted.

    31 min
  7. The War Chant - Chapter 12

    Mar 22

    The War Chant - Chapter 12

    In this episode, we dive into Chapter 12 and explore the growing theme of unity among crawlers—whether it’s strength in numbers or just wishful thinking. We break down the eerie optimism of the cookbook authors, the rapid timeline of faction wars, and the surprising (and slightly terrifying) morale building happening back at base. From war chants to wall-building strategies, there’s a strange mix of hope, chaos, and impending bloodshed. We also get into some fun tangents (including Animorphs and hive-mind trauma), and highlight one of Donut’s best lines yet. Plus, Big Tina makes an unexpected return to close things out. Things are ramping up—and it’s only going to get more intense from here. Shop on Etsy: https://theapocalpysepod.etsy.com Visit us on our website: https://rss.com/podcasts/theapocalypsewillbepodcasted/ You can find us on Facebook @TheApocalypseWillBePodcasted and on Instagram @ApocalypseWillBePodcasted.

    30 min
  8. And Just Like That, Everything Changed - Chapter 11

    Mar 15

    And Just Like That, Everything Changed - Chapter 11

    In this episode of The Apocalypse Will Be Podcasted, we break down Chapter 11 and the moment everything changes for the Princess Posse. What starts as another strategy discussion quickly turns into a massive turning point when The Princess Possee discover they're not as alone as they thought. Crawler Fan Box giveaway for the community. We’re giving away: - A Dungeon Crawler Carl themed t-shirt we designed (you get to pick your size and color) - 2 of the new official keychains that just released last week (as you know these things are really hard to find right now) - Everyone who enters will receive one of our Princess Donut stickers To enter: - Leave a review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - Take a screenshot - Send it to us - (If you’ve already left us a review in the past, just screenshot it and send it in.) You can send it through: Email, Instagram, Facebook Tawbpodcasted@gmail.com Shop on Etsy: https://theapocalpysepod.etsy.com Visit us on our website: https://rss.com/podcasts/theapocalypsewillbepodcasted/ You can find us on Facebook @TheApocalypseWillBePodcasted and on Instagram @ApocalypseWillBePodcasted.

    41 min
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Welcome to the ultimate fan dive into Dungeon Crawler Carl! We are kicking things off with book 7: This Inevitable Ruin - breaking down every chapter with wild theories, foreshadowing hunts, and deep dive discussions true fans will appreciate. Expect spoilers galore, funny quips, and a conversational vibe that feels like geeking out with friends who love the series as much as you do. If you’ve read the books and crave more Dungeon Crawler Carl chaos, you will not be appalled. All the links: https://linktr.ee/princesspossee Shop on Etsy: https://theapocalpysepod.etsy.com

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