Sounds Fake But Okay

Hey what's up hello! For our last episode of the year we're returning to our annual tradition of recording the same episode one year apart, a la the Billie Eilish Vanity Fair interviews.Thank you for another fantastic year! We are so grateful for you all and will be back in your ears in 2026!Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/same-podcast-one-year-apart-the-fifth-year   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! This week we talk about what it's like being aromantic or asexual at work. We discuss whether being aspec puts you at a disadvantage when trying to bond with coworkers and the pros and cons of coming out at work.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/aromanticism-and-asexuality-at-work   Article on benevolent intentions toward coworkers: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-025-05963-w    Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! This week we look at harrowing posts from r/menwritingwomen and talk about what it takes for straight people to successfully write queer characters and for allos to successfully write aspec characters.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/writing-aspecs   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! This week we're talking about spooky horror movies. Why do the characters who have sex always get killed? And what does it mean? Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/sex-in-horror-movies-feat-stepdean  Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! This week we're talking about ~money~, and the evergreen question: are aspecs, single folks, and those in non-normative relationships punished financially in our society for their way of life? Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/are-single-folks-punished-financially   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! We're back on Reddit, and you can't stop us.Content warning: graphic descriptions of poop and unhygienic behavior (we’re so sorry)Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/reddit-rabbit-hole-aita-pt-20   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/bookBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! More listener lore m'lord? This week we've got large game, horrifying gifts from crushes, pepper spray, annoying dudebros, and more!Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/listener-lore-pt-6    Submit Your Lore: https://forms.gle/rYVDYf4em9dexwvd7 Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

This week dives into the complexities of queer heteronormativity, focusing on top and bottom dynamics. The hosts unpack a Twitter debate on tagging these roles in fanfic, questioning whether such labels reinforce traditional gender norms. They explore the fluidity of sexual roles and the motivations behind rigid expectations in fandom. Personal anecdotes and reflections add a relatable touch, while a comparison of tagging in fanfic to traditional book ratings highlights the ongoing conversation about content warnings.

Hey what's up hello! This week we discuss the mythos of "true love's first kiss," why it's a lazy plot device, and why humans like kissing so dang much in the first place.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/true-loves-kiss-and-the-science-of-kissing    Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Hey what's up hello! We're back with Reddit stories about hair bears, vegan drama, and picking up the check. Plus, a passionate rant about Magic 8 Balls.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/reddit-rabbit-hole-aita-pt-19   Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod  Follow: @soundsfakepod    Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt  www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book