The Yeerky Boys: An Animorphs Podcast
Will, a lifelong Animorphs aficionado, and Jonathan, a lapsed fan, read through K.A. Applegate's iconic series of books together to see how it holds up today. Over the course of the show, they'll discuss each Animorphs book in detail, followed by its spin-offs, adaptations, and any other inane thoughts that enter into their rapidly deteriorating brains.
Episodes
This week, we begin our month long exploration of Animorphs video games. First up are two web games which were available for FREE on the official Scholastic web site back in the day, Hawk Rescue and The Yeerk Pool. We discuss the difficulty of getting outdated games to run on modern hardware, scrambled animal names, and the significance of the letters 'J-I-K-L'. PLUS, a bonus rant about r/Animorphs' recent ranking of th...
Sure, we've all read the Animorphs book series by now, but how many of us have... read it? The graphic novels, I mean? That's right, Animorphs is available in graphic novel form! We read through all six currently available adaptations by writer/artist Chris Grine and ready to give you our full report. We discuss the art style, changes from the novel, and of course, those ever present "goofs".
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Sure, we've all read the Animorphs book series by now, but how many of us have... listened to it? That's right, Animorphs is available in audiobook form! We put K.A. Applegate's iconic series directly into our ears (like yeerks!), and now we're ready to share our thoughts. We discuss character voice quality, word pronunciation, and why people who listen to audiobooks are stupid.
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We've come a long way as Yeerky Boys, having now completed the entire run of the Animorphs book series and TV show. We pause now, before getting to more ancillary materials, for a period of reflection. Join us as we look back at some of our past episodes, answer e-mails, and even play a game!
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What does the ideal version of an Animorphs TV show or movie look like? This week, we pitch the adaptations we'd create if we were in charge. Plus, our final thoughts on the Animorphs show that does exist, and secret anti-capitalist messaging.
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We watch Animorphs Season 2, Episodes 4-6: "Changes". In these episodes, the Animorphs prepare themselves for a school dance. We discuss David, Juan and Terry, IBS, where Erek is, the disc, and how cute rabbits should be.
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We watch Animorphs Season 2, Episode 3: "The Front". In this episode, Ax gets a new job at the mall. We discuss capitalism, age gap couples, and just how stupid this all is.
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We watch Animorphs Season 2, Episode 2: "My Name is Erek". In this episode, the Animorphs are introduced to a young man who goes by the name of Erek. We discuss the plausibility of dinosaurs, terrible music choices, and the great misdeeds of Zutopia.
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We watch Animorphs Season 2, Episode 1: "Face Off Part 3". In this episode, Marco saves the day. We discuss extra-long recaps, new morphing effects, and whether or not anything is ever going to happen.
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We read Meet the Stars of Animorphs: An Authorized Biography. In this book, fun facts are provided about the Animorphs TV show cast, including Boris, Brooke, Shawn, Nadia, and Christopher, but not Paulo. We discuss what kinds of boys they like, which school subjects they hate, and their experiences with racism and gang violence.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episodes 19 + 20: "Face Off, Parts 1 & 2". In these episodes, the gang finally faces off. We discuss new yeerks, the secret of the disc, the Animorphs' school basketball team, and what exactly Ax put in Rachel's drink. PLUS, a special surprise celebrity guest!
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episode 18: "The Release". In this episode, something happens to the Yeerks, but we're not sure what. We discuss our mothers' maiden names, how fast dogs can actually run, and weird science teachers.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episode 17: "Not My Problem". In this episode, the Animorphs go back to before Back to Before. We discuss Animorphs related dreams, Yeerks in sinks, and the Spider Club, plus, 'ADDITIONAL PO(E)(S) RANKED'.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episode 16: "Tobias". In this episode, Ax shows Tobias his new portable DVD player. We discuss Canadian tipping culture, and magical black men, plus 'ALL PO(E)S RANKED'.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episodes 14 + 15: "The Leader, Parts 1 & 2". In these episodes, Marco attends a family reunion. We discuss JonTron's new Animorphs video, the proper size of children's hand turkeys, and whether or not two lizards are different.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episode 13: "The Forgotten". In this episode, the Animorphs travel to a mysterious new location and have an adventure. We discuss the value of memories, the value of titles, and an episode so bad even Marco can't save it.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episode 12: "The Stranger". In this episode, Rachel talks out loud to herself. We discuss the importance of music, fully lit Andalites, and the lethality of tiny nets.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episode 11: "The Reaction". In this episode, Rachel and Cassie spend a lot of time with each other. We discuss new fan favorite character Ethan, the fright factor of small crocodiles, and some baffling changes from the original book.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episodes 9 + 10: "The Capture". In these episodes, the gang has some very funny meals together. We discuss fine dining, Ax's magic fur, our own sexual hang-ups, the music of Eden White, and a really good cup.
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We watch Animorphs Season 1, Episode 8: "The Alien". In this episode, the gang enjoys a fun day out with movies and chili. We discuss California Geese, the worst fight scene ever filmed, and whether or not Marco's dad is sad enough.
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