Bs De Résistance - A Fever Dream Of The Trump Years

A special live Bonus Episode, recorded at the Podcast Movement 2019 conference in Orlando, Florida! Lyssa, Dale, Karyn, Chris and Nancy chat, laugh and throw things at passing conference attendees! Plus out-takes from our most recent episode, "A Fistful of Minstrels."

Episode 22 (Season 2, Ep 9). The Russian Writers get an herbal infusion. The Resistance starts to look for the kidnapped Lyssa. A disguised Marlon wreaks havoc again in the White House. And things get quite dark indeed for the Veep. Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring the talents of: Dustin Ebaugh Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Special appearance by Cliff Zellman Edited and mixed by Dale Leopold Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta The song, "Doin' the Dog Whistle," was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Dale Leopold, George Washington III and Chris Mezzolesta. 

Bonus Episode 22, "Band Camps and Business." Lyssa and Dale discuss Dale's recent camp experience and look forward to the Podcast Movement conference in Orlando (AKA the Hogwarts Write-Off). They also take you behind the scenes of the glamorous voice actor's life. Plus out-takes from our most recent episode, "Trebuchet Trouble."

Episode 21 (Season 2 Ep. 8). The Russian Writers' Room delivers their first song to Putin. Trump gets a surprise call from a cell phone. And Lyssa's Pocket March takes an unexpected turn. --- Written by Lyssa Graham and 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 Edited and produced by Dale Leopold. Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Salutin' Comrade Putin" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and features Chris Mezzolesta and Dale Leopold.      

It's a very special Bonus Episode: the Women of BS! Featuring Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Nancy McLemore and Karyn O'Bryant. Plus: out-takes from our most recent episode, Hot Flashes.

Episode 20 (Season 2 Ep. 7). The Resistance plots its next move to bring down the pocket-archy. The Writers' Room in Moscow grows ever more desperate. And Hillary has a surprise encounter with an old rival. --- Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold. Featuring: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III and special guests: Matt Cowlrick and Dustin Ebaugh. Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The songs, "The Ballad of Jeb!" and "It Should Have Been Me" were written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Matt Cowlrick and Nancy McLemore, respectively. 

Lyssa and Dale discuss Dale's visit to the HearNow Festival in Kansas City, the little-known "Springsteen Clause" in NDAs, and Dale's upcoming audition for Jeopardy!

We're giving our amazing cast a break, so Lyssa and Dale play some of their favorite songs from the last few episodes. Song lyrics by Dale Leopold, music and arrangements by Chris Mezzolesta. See PDF file for song list and credits. 

Bonus Episode 19. Lyssa and Dale discuss mattresses, hearing aids and parenting tips. No, really. Don't look at us like that. Plus there's out-takes from our most recent episode, "Pockets of Resistance!"

The Resistance looks for a new strategy after their previous effort to remove the Tangerine Twatwaffle left them empty-handed. POTUS takes his hostility to NATO up a notch. And Marlon adds some unexpected excitement to the White House Easter Egg Roll. --- Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III and special guest: Cliff Zellman Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "The Handbag's Tale" was written by Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Lyssa Graham, Karyn O'Bryant, Lori Furth, Nancy McLemore, Chris Mezzolesta and George Washington III.

Lyssa and Dale discuss tattoos, audiobooks and the perils of charitable donation. Plus out-takes from our most recent episode, "Race to the Bottom." Spread the word about us to your friends, and leave us a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you found us. Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @bsderesistance, and leave a comment on our toll-free line 1-8-666-CALL-BS.

Episode 18 (Season 2 Ep. 5). Trump thought he had put the Russia probe behind him, but now he's sitting on an even bigger secret. Also, thanks to Eartha Kitty, things are heating up at the Pence household. --- Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III and special guest Desirée Roots. Sound design and audio editing by Dale Leopold. Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "We're Gonna Get to the Bottom" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold, George Washington III and Desirée Roots.

Lyssa and Dale discuss the mysteries of dog barf, the Democratic presidential field, the pleasures and perils of owning reptiles, piranhas, books and, of course, ukuleles. Also: out-takes from our most recent episode, "Let Us Prey."

Episode 17 (Season 2 Ep. 4). Lyssa goes to DC to sabotage Trump's new Faith-Based Health Care plan. The Pences have a new family member, from Russia with enhanced feline abilities. Trump's new HHS Secretary, Elizabeth Holmes, makes a deep impression. --- Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold Featuring the voice talents of: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Special Guest: Dustin Ebaugh Original Music composed & performed by Chris Mezzolesta The song, "Doctor Donald" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and features George Washington III and Chris Mezzolesta.

"Springing into Distraction." Lyssa and Dale discuss her irrational fear of garbage disposals, why baseball is not boring, the upcoming BSdR vinyl release (a 45 RPM single!), their respective close encounters with Prince, and the Democratic presidential field.

Episode 16 (Season 2, Ep. 3), "There's No Place Like Om." Lyssa reaches her breaking point. The Russians are rescued, but it doesn't go well. Agent Orange gets new instructions from his Master. And Rachel Maddow tells a story. --- Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold. Featuring the voice talents of: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Original music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. Audio production/editing/mixing by Dale Leopold. The song, "I'm Ready for Boring Again" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, and features Chris Mezzolesta, George Washington, Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, and Nancy McLemore.

Lyssa and Dale discuss lunch, surgery and CPAC. Lyssa introduces a fun listener scavenger hunt--with prizes! Plus outtakes from our most recent episode, "Fool Britannia."

Episode 15 (Season 2, Episode 2). The podcast goes to Hell (again), the Resistance travels to England in search of allies, and Marlon has a new crush (Wesley is hopping mad, and POTUS isn't too happy either). --- Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold Cast: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III And special guests: Anna Hickling Peter Bishop Music Direction: Chris Mezzolesta The song, "Please Come Back" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and featured Dale Leopold, Chris Mezzolesta and Lori Furth

Lyssa and Dale discuss the male gender's seeming inability to pick up after themselves, Lyssa and Karyn's Greek boyfriends, and Lyssa's upcoming performance as ring-mistress of the Kindergarten Circus. Also: out-takes from our Season 2 opening episode, "How Furlough Can You Go?"

(Season 2 Ep. 1) Speaker Pelosi has Trump going in circles. The Civility Fairy returns! The Gitmo Russians meet a Cuban celebrity. Vera invites Lyssa and Jake to DC for a new dangerous mission. --- Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold.  Featuring: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O’Bryant George Washington III Special Guests: Rebecca Davis Dustin Ebaugh Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta The song, "In Defense of the Bureaucrat" was written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, and performed by George Washington III, Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta.  Tell your friends about us, and follow us on Twitter (@bsderesistance) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/bsderesistance). Send us feedback at bsderesistance@gmail.com or call our toll-free comment line at 1-8-666-CALL-BS (2-866-622-5527).