Bs De Résistance - A Fever Dream Of The Trump Years

For the benefit of new subscribers (as well as easily distractible long-time listeners), Lyssa and Dale discuss what happened in Season 1, episode by episode. There are digressions (and spoilers, obviously). After listening to this, you'll be all set for Season 2, which starts on February 5th!

The cast of BS de Résistance kicks off the new year with greetings to our old and new listeners in this special Bonus mini-episode. Dale plays out-takes from our Season 1 finale, "Yule Be Sorry," and hints at what's coming up in Season 2. Join us again in 10 days for a hilarious recap of Season 1, and again on February 5th for Episode 14!

The Russians plan their escape from Gitmo, unaware that both Pence and the Rug-wearing Thundernugget are headed there for a Christmas celebration. Lyssa and Jake do their best to interfere. And Buddy Lee Morningwood returns! --- Episode written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Original music by Chris Mezzolesta The song, "Making Christmas Great Again" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, features Chris Mezzolesta, Nancy McLemore and Dale Leopold. Featuring the vocal talents of: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III

Lyssa and Dale discuss audiobook erotica, regrettable Christmas songs, and Lyssa's ever-expanding Lego Harry Potter collection. Also: out-takes from Episode 12!

Vera enlists some old friends to avoid a Middle Eastern meltdown. Trump looks for a scapegoat for his French faux pas. Canada has to deal (politely) with a caravan of Americans. And the Purple Avenger raps! --- 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 Jodi Krangle Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta Songs written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta "The Purpizzle Avizzle" featured Karyn O'Bryant and Lyssa Graham "Sorry Not Sorry" featured Jodi Krangle and George Washington III --- Follow us on twitter @bsderesistance  Send us feedback at bsderesistance@gmail.com or call our toll-free number: 1-8-666-CALL-BS (1-866-622-5527). And spread the word!  

Lyssa and Dale discuss the Bunny Incident, a recent Voiceover convention, dreadlocks and political ads. Also: out-takes from Episode 11! --- Be sure to follow us on Twitter (@bsderesistance) and leave us a voicemail on our toll-free comment line: 1-8-666-CALL-BS (1-866-622-5527).

Lyssa is surprised to find a confused Rick Perry on her doorstep. We learn more about Mrs. Pence than we probably should. The Russian Gitmo detainees adjust to their new surroundings. --- Episode written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold (except the bad part, you'll know which one we mean, that's all on Dale), and features: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III --- Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta Song "Rick Role Reversal" written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, featuring Chris Mezzolesta and Lyssa Graham. --- Be sure to leave us feedback at bsderesistance@gmail.com, or on our toll-free comment line: 1-8-666-CALL-BS. Spread the word! And, oh yeah, VOTE!!!

Lyssa and Dale are joined by Music Director Chris Mezzolesta to discuss the imminent release of the first BS de Résistance album! We preview some of the music on the CD, and also answer listener mail. Disclaimer: listening to the "Swingin' Sixties Seeburg Supermarket Shuffle" while grocery shopping may lead to unsafe levels of perkiness.

Trump sails away to escape his troubles, but things don't go according to plan. The Purple Avenger and Vera work to thwart a Chinese plot. And there's skeeball!  -- Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Special Appearance by: Brian & Rosi Amador Original Music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta "Womp Womp" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, featuring Dale Leopold, Chris Mezzolesta, Brian Amador and Rosi Amador.

Lyssa and Dale discuss their upcoming live performances, calendars and their discontents, cruises and China.

Trouble sprouts like toadstools after a Stormy night. Trump finds himself besieged on all sides, and takes an unexpected trip after ingesting mushrooms from the White House garden.  --- Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold Featuring: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Special appearance by Cliff Zellman Original Music Composed & Performed by Chris Mezzolesta Song "Donnie's Bad Trip" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, featuring Nancy McLemore, Dale Leopold, George Washington III and Chris Mezzolesta. 

Lyssa and Dale discuss their past experience with hurricanes, September 11th, the Trump Administration and other disasters. They also listen to out-takes from Episode 8, and give a sneak peek at Episode 9.  Be sure to follow us on Twitter @bsderesistance, and email us at bsderesistance@gmail.com, or call our toll-free comment line at 1-8-666-CALL-BS. Thanks for listening!

Trump gets a tempting offer of asylum from Natasha. VP Pence returns home to a shocking revelation. A Cabinet meeting goes as well as you might expect. And Lyssa tries to relax on Back-to-school Day. Episode written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring: Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. Songs written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta. "Down In Krasnodar" features Nancy McLemore. "What's In It For Me?" features Lori Furth, Dale Leopold, Chris Mezzolesta and George Washington III. 

Lyssa and Dale interview writer/journalist Linda Tirado, author of "Hand to Mouth: Life in Bootstrap America." They discuss the hazards of investigative journalism, which include being confronted by armed militia members, being threatened by racist cops, being attacked by a hostile cockatoo, and bad karaoke. Follow Linda on Twitter (@killermartinis) and support her journalism at www.patreon.com/bootstrap. Linda also supports Project Twist-It (www.projecttwistit.com), which focuses on changing the narrative about poverty in the US and the UK.

(Part 2 of 2) Lyssa and Dale attempt to present a clip show, featuring the favorite moments of the past six episodes, as chosen by the cast. But things quickly go awry, and they decide to split the resulting chaos into two episodes. Enjoy!

Lyssa and Dale attempt to present a clip show, featuring the favorite moments of the past six episodes, as chosen by the cast. But things quickly go awry, and they decide to split the resulting chaos into two episodes. Enjoy!

Bonus Episode 6 - Office Space and Southern Accents. Dale reports in from the Podcast Movement conference. He and Lyssa discuss her ever-shrinking office space, the Brady Bunch house, the degrees of Southern-ness, and Mr. Rogers. --- Be sure to let us know what your favorite moments (scenes/songs/lines) are from previous episodes, and we'll play them on our upcoming Clip Show on 8/15. Email us at bsderesistance@gmail.com, or call our toll-free comment line at 1-8-666-CALL-BS (1-866-622-5527).

Lyssa and Yevgeny separately try to prevent Trump's Mexican Meltdown. Trump selectively recalls his adventures in England and Helsinki. And all Helsinki breaks loose in a Moscow TV studio, while Lyssa tries to ferret out the truth. --- Episode 6 "Putin Things In Order" Written by Lyssa Graham & Dale Leopold Performed by: Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Original music by Chris Mezzolesta The song "Putin Things In Order" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta Performed by Chris Mezzolesta and Nancy McLemore --

Lyssa and Dale discuss Episode 5 (Welcome to Hell), Lyssa's plan to build a massive Lego Hogwarts in her office, and her preferred role in any real-life Handmaid's Tale future. Dale discusses his experience at Band Camp, during which he, Lyssa and Chris were guests on the FuMPCast. Plus a surprise visit from the actual Purple Avenger! Be sure to follow us on Twitter (@bsderesistance), and leave us a comment at bsderesistance@gmail.com or on our toll-free comment line: 1-8-666-CALL-BS (1-866-622-5527).

Due to previous disrespectful content, the BS de Résistance team gets a visit from the Civility Fairy. Jake tries to escape from the White House, while Lyssa struggles to prevent a nuclear nightmare. Things go downhill from there. Written by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold. Featuring: Rebecca Davis Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III Special appearance by: Brian Amador Alisa Amador Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. Songs: "Miller's Incel-ebration" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, performed by Chris Mezzolesta "Civility Futility" written by Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta, performed by Rebecca Davis "Devil's Lament" written by Dale Leopold & Chris Mezzolesta, performed by George Washington III. Be sure to leave us feedback at bsderesistance@gmail.com, or call our toll free line: 1-8-666-CALL-BS.