In this episode we discuss the second half of Deuces Down (Wild Cards Book 16). Show Notes Keeping it teeny and tidy: We think the first time we saw Gangsta Joey was in Down and Dirty (Book 5), when Yeoman puts an arrow through the arms of an

Deuces Down, Part 1: Unaffected Child of Nature

Feb 18th, 2020 1h 10m

In this episode we discuss the first half of Deuces Down (Wild Cards Book 16). Show Notes Short and sweet, friends: Read John Jos. Miller's Wild Card and Sports article now, please. You can add songs that are relevant to Wild Cards to our Wil

Superhero TV: Local, Sustainable, Organic Insulin

Dec 27th, 2019 1h 8m

In this episode we discuss superhero TV, mostly the new Watchmen series, but a few others too. We also try to figure out how the wealth of superhero TV we already have may or may not impact what Hulu could do with Wild Cards. This episode is FR

Wild Cards Comic Books vols 1-4: Hot, Strong and Black

Oct 26th, 2019 1h 1m

In this episode we discuss the Wild Cards Comic Books, vols 1-4. Show Notes These show notes are short and sweet, like we like our men. Jay does indeed wet the bed in Dead Man's Hand, after his Lovecraftian nightmare. No mention of rubber shee

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[TEASER] - Black Trump, Part 2: Bizarre Shapeshifting Killer Slut

Sep 25th, 2019 38s

This is a preview of our discussion of part two of Black Trump, Wild Cards book 15. To get the full episode (as well as other bonus content), go to Patreon and back us. Pledge $2 or more to unlock earlier premium content, like our Nightflyers c

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[TEASER] - Black Trump, Part 1: I Can Lick Any Man In This Place

Aug 26th, 2019 1m 35s

This is a preview of our discussion of Black Trump, Wild Cards book 15. To get the full episode (as well as other bonus content), go to Patreon and back us. Pledge $2 or more to unlock earlier premium content, like our Nightflyers commentary tr

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(TEASER) Jokertown Shuffle reissue discussion

Jul 20th, 2019 1m 26s

This is a preview of our premium episode discussing of the extra chapters in Tor's recent Jokertown Shuffle reissue. We didn't cover these stories in our main episode about the book, because they hadn't been published yet. To hear the complete

Marked Cards, Part 2: Milking The Serpent

Jul 13th, 2019 1h 6m

In this episode we discuss the second half of Marked Cards (Wild Cards Book 14). Show Notes Please donate to Howard's Gofundme for his medical bills: https://www.gofundme.com/m5dwy-medical-bills-anything-helps and share it on social media. Ben'

Marked Cards, Part 1: Guess Who's Bisexual!

Jun 25th, 2019 1h 20m

In this episode we discuss the first half of Marked Cards (Wild Cards Book 14). Show Notes I'm tired so I'm phoning these in this week: Read William F Wu's Triple Dualities article now, please. Angel got gently and correctly dragged in a colum

Card Sharks, Part 2: The DP Site

Jun 10th, 2019 1h 17m

In this episode we discuss the second half of Card Sharks (Wild Cards Book 13). Show NotesAs we mention in the episode, "Cursum Perficio" (1993) was indeed Kevin Andrew Murphy's first contribution to a Wild Cards novel, although he contributed

Card Sharks, Part 1: Spoil Me, Daddy

May 23rd, 2019 1h 30m

In this episode we discuss the first half of Card Sharks (Wild Cards Book 13). Show Notes Here's that water supply article Ben was talking about, and the episode of Planet Money about the same subject that Angel mentioned. Never seen Breakfas

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Nightflyers S1E1 (Patron-Only Preview)

Feb 27th, 2019 2m 40s

Hello Aces & Jokers! Here is a sneak preview of our upcoming Patron-Only episode covering Nightflyers episode 1, available only to our Patreon patrons. If you want to hear more, come on over to patreon.com/acesjokerspod to support the show.

Turn of the Cards, Part 2: The Erotic Adventures of Lunar Girl

Feb 12th, 2019 1h 24m

In this episode we discuss the second half of Turn of the Cards (Wild Cards Book 12). Show Notes Short and sweet show notes this week: Please add to our Wild Cards Songs playlist on Spotify, and let us know (via email or on Twitter) your rati

Turn of the Cards, Part 1: 10% Of Your Brain Is Jewish

Jan 20th, 2019 1h 35m

In this episode we discuss the first half of Turn of the Cards (Wild Cards Book 12). Show Notes Ringworm and Roland the Headless Thompson Gunner were the songs highlighted in this week's episode Gina Carano would make a perfect Hera Victor Mi

Dealer's Choice, Part 2: An Octopus For Danny

Dec 25th, 2018 1h 35m

In this episode we discuss the second half of Dealer's Choice (Wild Cards Book 11). Show Notes Are you aware of the Dunning Kruger effect? Are you capable of knowing whether you are aware of it? Read more about Christopher Duntsch if you dare

Dealer's Choice, Part 1: The Gay Community Will Thank Me

Dec 15th, 2018 1h 28m

In this episode we discuss the first half of Dealer's Choice (Wild Cards Book 11). Show Notes CONTEST TIME! Congratulations to Matthew Elmslie, who won the contest from last week's show notes. Oh, you didn't read the show notes? Maybe now you

Double Solitaire, Part 2: Honeymoon Fresh

Dec 1st, 2018 1h 28m

In this episode we discuss the second half of Double Solitaire (Wild Cards Book 10). The authors that contributed to this book are: Melinda Snodgrass George R.R. Martin (editor) Our fantastic theme tune is Ace Of Spades (8 Bit Remix Cover Ver

Double Solitaire, Part 1: Hot Grandad Winky

Nov 17th, 2018 1h 14m

In this episode we discuss the first half of Double Solitaire (Wild Cards Book 10). The authors that contributed to this book are: Melinda Snodgrass George R.R. Martin (editor) Our fantastic theme tune is Ace Of Spades (8 Bit Remix Cover Vers

Bonus

Brief Update

Oct 24th, 2018 1m 8s

Angel sneaks Ben's recording equipment out of the cupboard and reminds you all to enter our Duncan Towers/Donald Trump fan art competition for a chance to win a copy of the reissued One-Eyed Jacks. Deadline: HALLOWE'EN

Jokertown Shuffle, Part 2: No Dangle, No Dingle

Oct 14th, 2018 1h 25m

In this episode we discuss the second half of Jokertown Shuffle (Wild Cards Book 9). The authors that contributed to this book are: Stephen Leigh John Jos. Miller Melinda Snodgrass Victor Milán Walter Jon Williams Lew Shiner Walton Simons Geor

Jokertown Shuffle, Part 1: All-Meat Diet

Sep 24th, 2018 1h 10m

In this episode we discuss the first half of Jokertown Shuffle (Wild Cards Book 9). The authors that contributed to this book are: Stephen Leigh John Jos. Miller Melinda Snodgrass Victor Milán Walter Jon Williams Lew Shiner Walton Simons Georg

One-Eyed Jacks, Part 2: Fluid-Bonded Poly Throuple

Sep 9th, 2018 1h 14m

In this episode we discuss the second half of One-Eyed Jacks (Wild Cards Book 8). The authors that contributed to this book are: Walton Simons Chris Claremont Lew Shiner William F. Wu Victor Milán Stephen Leigh Melinda Snodgrass John Jos. Mill

One-Eyed Jacks, Part 1: A Bush Victory

Aug 23rd, 2018 1h 31m

In this episode we discuss the first half of One-Eyed Jacks (Wild Cards Book 8). The authors that contributed to this book are: Walton Simons Chris Claremont Lew Shiner William F. Wu Victor Milán Stephen Leigh Melinda Snodgrass John Jos. Mille

Dead Man's Hand, Part 2: Human Centipede Special

Aug 5th, 2018 1h 25m

In this episode we discuss the first half of Dead Man's Hand (Wild Cards Book 7). The authors that contributed to this book are: John J. Miller George R.R. Martin Our fantastic theme tune is Ace Of Spades (8 Bit Remix Cover Version) by the gr