Bs De Résistance - A Fever Dream Of The Trump Years

Bonus Episode 31 ("Flee, Fly, Flu!"). Lyssa and Dale discuss Super Tuesday, the joys of quarantine, and dog walking. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, "Mango Unchained!"

"Mango Unchained" - Episode 29 (Season 2, Ep. 16). Trump pushes the limits of his Executive Power, but crosses the line when he insults Betty White. Angus and Vera's relationship grows ever deeper. And the Russian Writers sing about their adopted homeland. Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, and featuring the vocal talents of: Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Bill Barr) Lori Furth (Ivanka Trump, Betsy DeVos, Betty White) Lyssa Graham (herself, Carol Burnett) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Putin, Trump, Abdul) Nancy McLemore (Natasha, Karen Pence, Teacher) Chris Mezzolesta (Mike Pence, Stephen Miller, Alan Dershowitz, Angus, Yevgeny) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Vera) George Washington III (Mitch McConnell, Jesse, CNN Announcer, Andrei)  Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Immigrant Song-ski," was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured George Washington III, Chris Mezzolesta and Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry Sound Design, Editing and Audio Production by Dal

It's the 2020 Valentine's Day BS Special! We put aside politics (mostly) to focus on romance. Karyn's new beau Jeff is grilled by The Committee to make sure he's up to snuff. Also: out-takes from our most recent episode, "Carry On My Wayward Dotard."

"Carry On My Wayward Dotard," Episode 28 (Season 2, Episode 15). Vera raises the stakes (and a taxi) on her relationship with Angus. The Russian Writers settle into Texas. Secretary Eric explains the bitchin' camo Space Force unis, and Putin and his Stooge sing!  Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, and featuring the voice talents of: Dustin Ebaugh (Jay) Lori Furth (Olga, Betsy DeVos, Laura Ingraham) Lyssa Graham (herself, Paula White) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Abdul, Trump, Putin) Nancy McLemore (Karen Pence, Natasha) Chris Mezzolesta (Angus, Yevgeny, Mike Pence, Eric Trump, Stephen Miller, Sean Hannity) Karyn O'Bryant (Svetlana, Vera) George Washington III (cab driver, Andrei) Special Appearance by Peter Bishop (Clive) Original music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "Great Minds Think Alike" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta and features Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry Editing, Sound Design and Audio Production by Dale Leopold.

Bonus Episode 30 ("Richard McMurry Interview"). Lyssa, Dale and Chris interview our own cartoonist, Richard McMurry. We also play out-takes from our most recent episode, The Songbook of Ruth, and Lyssa also reveals our plans for the upcoming Valentine's Day-themed Bonus Episode. You can see more of Richard's amazing artwork on our website (www.bsderesistance.com) and on www.gascomix.com.

Episode 27, "The Songbook of Ruth" (Season 2, Ep. 14). The Resistance liberates the Writers' Room, the Veep schemes to unseat his boss, and the Notorious RBG sings! Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, featuring the voice talents of: Dustin Ebaugh (Jay) Lori Furth (Betsy DeVos) Lyssa Graham (herself, Lydia) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Trump, Nixon, Abdul) Nancy McLemore (Karen Pence, Ruth Bader Ginsburg) Chris Mezzolesta (Yevgeny, Angus, Lindsey Graham, Mike Pence) Karyn O'Bryant (herself, Vera, Jake) George Washington III (Andrei, Ben Carson) Original music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Up and At 'em, Madam Justice" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Nancy McLemore, Karyn O'Bryant and Chris Mezzolesta.  Sound design, editing and audio production by Dale Leopold.  Artwork by Richard McMurry.

It's the BS de Résistance 2019 Holiday Special! Dale, Lyssa, Karyn, Chris, Nancy, Lori, George and Dustin share their holiday greetings, as well as a few songs! Plus: Bible verses (no, really)! We'll be back with our next regular episode on January 15th, 2020. Happy Holidays to all our fellow Resisters!

Bonus Episode 29 ("Tales of Truancy, Target and That Person"). Lyssa and Dale catch up with the latest doings of the Purple Avenger, discuss the horrors of being stuck with That Person, and hint at our secret upcoming project. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, "When It Ukraines, It Pours."

"When It Ukraines, It Pours" Episode 26 (Season 2, Ep 13). Vera arrives to rescue Lyssa, accompanied by her incomprehensible Scottish sidekick Angus. Ben Carson tries to thwart Trump's new spiritual advisor. And the Pences sing karaoke. Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold Featuring the vocal talents of: Dustin Ebaugh (Jay) Lori Furth (Betsy DeVos) Lyssa Graham (Lydia, Paula White) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Trump) Nancy McLemore (Karen Pence) Chris Mezzolesta (Yevgeny, Mike Pence, Angus, Rick Perry) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Vera) George Washington III (Mitch McConnell, Ben Carson)  Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta The song, "I Can Make You Scream" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Nancy McLemore and Chris Mezzolesta.  Editing, Sound Design and Audio Production by Dale Leopold Music Production by Chris Mezzolesta  

"Ukranium One" (Bonus Episode 28). Lyssa and Dale are all a-tingle at Day One of the House Impeachment hearings. They give their first impressions of the morning's testimony, and also throw in some movie recommendations. Plus: Out-takes from our most recent episode, "Invitation to the Boos."

"Invitation to the Boos" Episode 25 (Season 2, Ep. 12). Putin gloats over his Turkish triumph, while the Tangerine Twatwaffle stews over his World Series Boofest. While getting ready to rescue Lyssa, Vera gains a Highlander Helper. Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold Featuring the vocal talents of: Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Rudy Guiliani) Lori Furth (Olga, Ivanka Trump, Rally Organizer) Lyssa Graham (herself) Dale Leopold (Announcer, Abdul, Trump, Putin, Obama) Nancy McLemore (Natasha, Stephanie Grisham) Chris Mezzolesta (Yevgeny, Mike Pence, Angus, Secret Service) Karyn O'Bryant (herself, Jake, Vera) George Washington III (Erdogan, Andrei, Ben Carson)  Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta The song, "I Am the Law" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Dustin Ebaugh and Dale Leopold. Editing, Sound Design and Audio Production by Dale Leopold Music Production by Chris Mezzolesta

Bonus Ep. 27 ("Match Game Part 2"). Cast members Nancy McLemore and Karyn O'Bryant follow up their previous wildly popular bonus episode about returning to the dating scene. Topics include: profile pic no-nos and the importance of kissing.

Bonus Episode 26. Lyssa and Dale discuss four highly-anticipated blessed events: the installation of central A/C in her house, the inauguration of President Pelosi, our upcoming speaking engagement at the World Voices Organization Conference (AKA WoVoCon) in Las Vegas, and the Washington Nationals' post-season success. Plus: Out-takes from our most recent episode, "Blow, Whistle, Blow!"

"Blow, Whistle, Blow!" Episode 24 (Season 2, Ep. 11) Vera gets back to work after an herbal interlude. Trump dreams of a new Civil War, and the Russian Writers Room gets a new mission statement. Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold, and featuring the voice talents of: Dustin Ebaugh Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Special guest Peter Bishop Editing and Sound Design by Dale Leopold (music produced by Chris Mezzolesta) Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "The Battle Cry of Freedumb" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta. 

While we work out some technical details that have delayed the release of our latest episode ("Blow, Whistle, Blow!"), here's another teaser. Trump dreams of a new Civil War, but it's looking more nightmarish by the minute.  

While we work out some technical details that have delayed the release of our latest episode ("Blow, Whistle, Blow!"), here's a teaser. Trump dreams of a new Civil War. 

"It's Bama Time!" Episode 23 (Season 2, Ep. 10). Ben Carson discovers a magic caffeinated potion to counteract Mother Pence's spiked tea. Beijing orders Pence to provoke a Trump meltdown, and it goes off like gangbusters. And the Purple Avenger and Jay are off to rescue Lyssa. Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of: Dustin Ebaugh Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Special appearance by Peter Bishop Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "What's Happened to Me?" Was written by Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and was performed by George Washington III. Editing, Sound Design and Production by Dale Leopold (music produced by Chris Mezzolesta). 

Bonus Ep. 24. Dale and Chris interview funny music-maker extraordinaire Lauren Mayer (@LaurensComedy) about her musical career, as well as the hazards of writing funny political music in the current target-rich environment. We get to hear four of her songs, including "Any Functioning Adult in 2020." 

Paying Clip Service - We're taking a break to write songs for our all-singing episode (Once More With Felines, coming up in October), so we've asked our cast to pick out their favorite gags, bits, scenes or songs from the past year. You'll hear shocking Veep bits, a Russian song, and the infamous Bunny Incident.