No Preamble

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No Preamble

How do you build a great D&D character? What is the most quotable horror movie? Which Zelda game has the best soundtrack? Is a hermit crab even a real crab? Sarah and Ethan answer these questions and more in No Preamble, a show about all manner of nerdy obsessions. Join these intrepid hosts as they hop between hobbies and dive deep into movies, games, comics, literature, and music.

06/12/2024

"We did what?!" Getting hyped for Pathfinder 2e!

As Ethan prepares to start a level 1 Pathfinder 2e (PF2e) campaign, he and Sarah discuss the setting, premise, character concepts, tarot inspiration, and somehow a variety of anime and other media. With a looming mystery of lost time and a mysterious payment, this unusual trio will soon be set loose in the city of Absalom to wreck havoc and sidetrack all of Ethan's plans. Content Warning: Strong language No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi

1h 12m
05/28/2024

"Wyrd Sisters" by Terry Pratchett - Ethan introduces Sarah to Disc World!

At long last, Sarah finishes reading a Disc World novel, starting with "Wyrd Sisters" by the acclaimed Terry Pratchett. Ethan kindly gifted her a copy, knowing the premise of grumpy Granny Weatherwax would appeal to her sensibilities. And right he was! But did Sarah enjoy the book was a whole? Will she become a Disc World fan as Ethan intends? And why does Sarah keep saying "Magrat" like that? Content Warning: Strong language, sexual themes No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi

58 min
05/14/2024

Champions Chat: Spider-Man

In another solo outing (because Sarah didn't do her homework!), Ethan continues to ramble about his favorite card game, Marvel Champions. This time, he takes a look at Spider-Man's signature cards. Content Warning: Strong language No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi

27 min
04/30/2024

Champions Chat: Captain Marvel

In another solo outing, Ethan continues to ramble about his favorite card game, Marvel Champions. This time, he takes a look at Captain Marvel's signature cards. He also apologizes for the... somewhat diminished audio quality of this particular episode. Content Warning: Strong language No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi

28 min
04/16/2024

"Lake Mungo" (2008) - can death haunt you?

Sarah is pleasantly surprised that Ethan's recommendation for a scary move, "Lake Mungo", isn't actually very scary but is also very good. She is still, to this day, wondering where the alleged jump scare will be. Ethan and Sarah break down the themes of "Lake Mungo" and discuss why this mockumentary should be boring but is actually engaging and thought provoking. Content Warning: Discussion of suicide, sexual content, strong language No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi

1h 16m
04/02/2024

Dungeon Crawler Carl - NEW ACHIEVEMENT! We finished the book! Reward? This episode!

Sarah convinces Ethan to listen to the audiobook for "Dungeon Crawler Carl: A LitRPG Adventure", written by Matt Dinniman and narrated by Jeff Hays, after friend Kevin convinced Sarah to listen to it. Does Carl and Princess Donut's journey through the sadistic dungeon live up to the hype? Will Ethan, afflicted with a terrible curse, make it through the entire audiobook? Did those knockers really need to be that big? Content Warning: Strong language, fantasy violence, sexual themes No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi

55 min
03/19/2024

Ethan talks Iron Man in Marvel Champions card game

In a rare solo episode, Ethan talks about his favorite card game, Marvel Champions. After a brief explanation of how the game works, he examines one of the games many playable characters: Iron Man. Content Warning: Language No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi

53 min
03/05/2024

Currently Playing: Cassette Beasts and Final Fantasy VII Remake

Ethan and Sarah discuss the games they've been recently playing, and get sidetracked along the way. Sarah has been enamored with the charming monster taming Cassette Beasts while Ethan replays beloved classic Final Fantasy VII Remake in preparation for Rebirth. Content Warning: Strong language, brief reference to a scene in FFVII (original) involving sexual assault, transphobia, and homophobia. No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi

1h 7m

TRAILER

But First, Some Preamble! (Trailer) with future episode sneak peeks

Welcome to "No Preamble: Nerds Talking About Stuff" featuring hosts Ethan (he/him) and Sarah (she/her). This is an unscripted discussion show in which two friends geek out about the media and hobbies they enjoy. Ethan brings the energy and pizazz while Sarah keeps it grounded with a healthy dose of deadpan. Both passionate about getting straight into the details of what makes media memorable, impactful, fun, or down right mediocre. From pop-culture to retro classics, across genres and mediums, there's something for everyone here at "No Preamble". New episodes every other Tuesday at 5am Pacific / 8am Eastern. Content Warning: Strong language No Preamble website Attributions Intro Theme: Game Boy | Written by Andrew Stanton | Produced and Performed by Ender Outro Theme: Faxel-Hecked | Written and Performed by Matteo Galesi Transitions SFX © Lloyd Richards 2023 - http://www.lloydrichards.net/transitions

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How do you build a great D&D character? What is the most quotable horror movie? Which Zelda game has the best soundtrack? Is a hermit crab even a real crab? Sarah and Ethan answer these questions and more in No Preamble, a show about all manner of nerdy obsessions. Join these intrepid hosts as they hop between hobbies and dive deep into movies, games, comics, literature, and music.

Creator

Sarah and Ethan
Years Active

2023 - 2024
Episodes

22
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© Copyright 2025 Sarah and Ethan
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No Preamble