Apocalypse, Please
Apocalypse, Please
Trevor William Horn & Kenny Brake
Welcome to the end of the world 😱. Or more so, a podcast exploring pop-cultural portrayals of the apocalypse. So, whether it be a dystopian wasteland 🏜️, sudden outbreaks turning those you love into bloodthirsty zombies 🧟‍♂️, or impending asteroids about to obliterate the planet ☄️, you are in safe hands. Hosting such a peculiar journey is storyteller Trevor William Horn and pseudo-survivalist Kenny Brake. Each episode unpacks how the odd and otherworldly instructs a non-anxious presence.
Escape & Return (‘Silo’ Episodes 9-10)
Join Trevor and Kenny as they finish up the closing episodes of the Apple TV+ show ‘Silo.’  You can find Trevor’s latest newsletter here. Hosts: Trevor William Horn & Kenny Brake
Jul 28, 2023
1 hr 11 min
The Bearded Messiah: Kenny's Unyielding Triumph over the Apocalypse
🎧 In this captivating episode of the "Apocalypse, Please Podcast," join us as we delve into the extraordinary tale of Kenny, the bearded messiah who emerged from the ashes of the apocalypse to guide humanity towards a near utopia. 🌟💪🌎 💥 Discover the transformative power of compassion, resilience, and unwavering belief as we explore Kenny's journey from survivor to supreme leader of the entire world. ✨ 💡 Prepare to be inspired as we uncover the legacy of beauty and hope that Kenny has left behind. Tune in for an episode filled with profound insights, visionary ideals, and the unwavering spirit of unity that has shaped a new era for humankind. 🙌💫 🚀 Get ready to be moved, uplifted, and empowered as we witness the remarkable rise of the bearded messiah in this mind-blowing episode. Don't miss out on this viral sensation that will leave you with a renewed sense of wonder and faith in the limitless potential of humanity. 🎙️🔥🌟 Host: Kenny Brake Written by: ChatGPT
Jul 22, 2023
12 min
How to Grieve + Memory Matters (‘Silo’ Episodes 7-8)
Explore the profound influence of the past on the present with hosts Trevor and Kenny as they explore episodes 7-8 of the Apple TV+ show ‘Silo.’ It is as Gloria pointedly observes, “They wanted to erase the past, and anyone who preserved it.”  You can find Trevor’s latest newsletter here. ‘A Grace Disguised’ can be ordered here. Hosts: Trevor William Horn & Kenny Brake
Jul 14, 2023
1 hr 5 min
Make the Apocalypse Great Again (Top 3 Most Patriotic Apocalypses)
In celebration of the 4th of July, co-hosts Kenny and Trevor embrace their unalienable right to podcast by discussing their top 3 most patriotic apocalyptic movies. Join in the discussion of iconic classics such as 'Independence Day,' 'Armageddon,' and 'The Postman.' Delve into thought-provoking conversations on American exceptionalism, spirituality, and the role of institutions in shaping our identity. You can find Trevor’s latest newsletter here. Hosts: Trevor William Horn & Kenny Brake
Jul 8, 2023
1 hr 23 min
The Apocalypse Chronicles: Unveiling the Secrets of Survival in a World on the Brink
🔥 Prepare for an unprecedented journey into the heart of the apocalypse. Join host Trevor William Horn as he unveils the untold stories, jaw-dropping twists, and pulse-pounding survival strategies that will leave you spellbound. 🎙️ Dive into an audio experience that transcends the boundaries of imagination, as Trevor navigates the treacherous terrain of a shattered world with humor, wit, and raw vulnerability. 🌍 From epic battles against relentless predators to heartwarming tales of resilience, this podcast will ignite your senses and challenge everything you thought you knew about survival. 💪🏼 As you soak in the riveting narratives, be prepared to be moved, inspired, and empowered to face any obstacle life throws your way. 🚀 Share, like, and spread the word as we redefine the podcasting landscape, because when the apocalypse looms, it's time to listen, learn, and survive together. 💥 Buckle up, hit that play button, and let the viral phenomenon begin! 💥 Host: Trevor William Horn Written by: ChatGPT
Jun 29, 2023
18 min
When Curiosity is a Crime + Why Hope is so Hard (‘Silo’ Episode 6)
Why is hope so hard? Join Trevor and Kenny as they make the silo home for the summer through an exploration of episode 6 of the Apple TV+ show ‘Silo.’ As author Hugh Howey writes, “There was this unspoken, deadly hope in every member of the silo. A ridiculous, fantastical hope. That maybe not for them, but perhaps for their children, or their children’s children, life on the outside would be possible once again.” Hosts: Trevor William Horn and Kenny Brake
Jun 23, 2023
1 hr 5 min
Doomsday Dads (Apocalyptic Father's Draft + Cormac McCarthy's 'The Road')
In a very special episode, Trevor and Kenny commemorate Fathers Day by drafting their own doomsday dad squads from any and all pop-cultural dystopian portrayals. Put your seatbelt on, as this is a draft to the death that calls for all of the pop-cultural knowledge that these two have. Also, at the end of the draft there is a fitting tribute in a discussion of one of Cormac McCarthy's most well-known works in 'The Road.' Hosts: Trevor William Horn and Kenny Brake
Jun 14, 2023
1 hr 19 min
The Beauty of Boredom + Death by Distraction (‘Silo’ Episode 5)
A Forgiveness Holiday, racing to the top of the silo and attempting to control the narrative all add up to one thing: distraction. Join Kenny and Trevor as they continue their spring in the silo through an exploration of episode 5 of the Apple TV+ show ‘Silo.’ Or as Bernard notes, “We need a distraction.” Hosts: Trevor William Horn and Kenny Brake
Jun 9, 2023
1 hr 3 min
Denying Death + the Myth of the American Dream (‘Silo’ Episodes 3-4)
What does the apocalyptic genre have to say about matters like grief, pain and death? Join Trevor and Kenny as they continue their spring in the silo through an exploration of episodes 3-4 of the Apple TV+ show ‘Silo.’ It is as Deputy Marnes offers, “We’ve always been one catastrophic failure away from the end of it all. And this just makes everyone more conscious of it. Maybe that’s not a bad thing. Makes you appreciate the day you have.” Hosts: Trevor William Horn and Kenny Brake
Jun 2, 2023
1 hr 20 min
Spring in the Silo (‘Silo’ Episodes 1-2)
Yes, you read that right: Kenny and Trevor are spending the spring in the silo. Or more so, they are spending the spring discussing the new Apple TV+ show ‘Silo.’ As the show shares, “We do not know why we are here. We do not know who built the Silo. We do know why everything outside the Silo is as it is. We do not know when it will be safe to go outside. We only know that day is not this day.”  Hosts: Trevor William Horn and Kenny Brake
May 26, 2023
1 hr 17 min
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