Don't Make It Weird

This week we welcome the incredible KT Carlisle, author of the YA paranormal thriller I Know What I Saw. KT takes us through Bigfoot country, emotional survival, found family, horror folklore, and how growing up in rural Vermont shaped her storytelling. We also get deep, chaotic, and occasionally unhinged (Bigfoot erotica, anyone?).

In this episode:
• Farewell to Sink Pickle
• Dina’s cult paintball eye-trauma incident
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This week on Don't Make It Weird, we're sipping on gin & juice (thanks Snoop), discussing whether Daniel’s hands are bisexual, and playing a brand new game—Book Title or Bullshit! Dina drops some spicy updates on Ryan Reynolds, and Sean gets tricked into trying melon-flavored regret. We also talk about LitRPGs, self-pub Patreon domination, and how a simple manicure nearly destroyed Dina's finances.

In This Episode...

From princess flasks to TikTok conspiracies and stolen rocks, this episode is absolute chaos in the best way.

🎉 What’s inside:

• Drinking games & offhand chaos
• Dina’s theory that Gen Z TikTok is AI-generated
• A Neopets sponsorship pitch
• The wildest “line dancing & blow” story you've never heard
• Daniel & Dina try to become Synchronicity Sages in Mind Readers
• Sean teaches Dina about the legendary meme “ALL YOUR BASE ARE B...

We’re BACK, weirdos! After a short hiatus, the Don’t Make It Weird crew returns with indie comic creators Stephen and Anthony, the brains (and butts) behind the hilarious and heartfelt series We Have Issues.

This week’s episode is stacked with storytelling chaos, off-the-rails games, and more conspiracy than a TikTok rabbit hole. Featuring:

🧼 Danq’s Shower Thoughts – Prepare for unsolicited wisdom, personal revel...

🍀 Happy St. Patrick's Day from Don't Make It Weird! 🍀

Get ready for an unhinged St. Patrick’s Day special! Sean brings the drinking rules, Dina brings the ASL mishaps, and Daniel brings the existential crises.

• Story Time: The time Executive Producer Kelly broke her back (no, not like that, Daniel).
• Dina Learns The Internet: 1998’s Hamster Dance
• Game Time: I-rish I Were Making These Up - Real or Fake Irish Phrases?
• Shower...

In this hilarious episode of Don't Make It Weird, we dive into YA smut controversies, discuss whether Ryan Reynolds is the villain in Hollywood’s latest drama, and explore the most awkward foods to eat while making eye contact. Spoiler: It gets weird.

🎭 This Episode Includes:

• Game Segment: Never Have I Ever - Story Time Edition! 🃏
• Shower Thoughts with Daniel: What’s the worst food to eat while making hard eye contact? 🍉🤨
• Y...

Dina made a grave mistake—she deleted TikTok when the ban lasted a whole 12 hours, and now she can't get it back. Meanwhile, Sean and Daniel get sucked into the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni legal drama, Dina discovers her fear of clowns may not be entirely what she thought, and Daniel once again fails at names—this time, butchering Dina’s book title beyond recognition.

But that’s just the beginning. We also debate whether Le...

Daniel is back—for now! After serving his time in DMIW detention, he’s on a performance improvement plan, and Dina and Sean are keeping a close eye on him. In this chaotic episode, we dive into the real origins of the missionary position, uncover the shocking JFK Big Hat Conspiracy, and play a game where we match ridiculous sounds to ridiculous faces!

Dina makes a confession about Aragon (it's a hot take), Sean might ...

Daniel is missing (again), but we’ve got Dustin Taylor stepping in to help Dina and Producer Sean hold down the fort! In this episode, we uncover a shocking truth—baby oil is for EVERYTHING... except actual babies. 🤯

💡 In this episode:
✅ Dustin delivers some of the best intros in show history 🎤🔥
✅ Dina proposes a TikTok conspiracy theory: Is Area 51 actually a portal? 👽🚪
✅ Neopets neglect: Dina logs in, b...

Daniel is still MIA, leaving Dina, Sean, and special guest co-host Shannon Bright to hold down the fort! This week, things get weird as they dive into the Hear Me Out Cake challenge—where they justify their most questionable fictional crushes. From animated animals to biblical warriors (yeah, really), things get unhinged fast.

In this episode:

Dina’s Conspiracy Corner goes off the rails—again. Did NASA fake the mo...

In this episode of Don't Make It Weird, Dina and Sean welcome Rance as their guest co-host while Daniel is mysteriously absent. From wild conspiracy theories to rapid-fire Q&A hilarity, this episode is packed with laughs, awkward moments, and a sprinkle of light trauma. Plus, Dina shares a Taylor Swift-inspired theory, Rance talks writing struggles, and the gang debates the ultimate kitchen utensil. Tune in for all the wei...

What if you could unlock the secrets behind crafting a page-turning fantasy novel? Our latest episode of the Don't Make It Weird podcast is a celebration like no other, featuring the brilliant author Dinasaurus and the highly-anticipated release of her second book in the Discerners Trilogy, "Something Special." From humorous apologies to our non-human listeners to teasing Dina about needing to text her husband mid-sh...

What if Mary Poppins and Pennywise from "It" were the same species? Join us on this unforgettable live episode of the Don't Make it Weird podcast as we speculate wildly and hilariously about this and more at Shock-O-Con in Maryland. Daniel, Dina, and our Producer Sean meet face-to-face for the first time, sharing their journey from online acquaintances to close-knit friends and co-hosts. Feel the camaraderie and enjo...

In this episode of Don't Make It Weird, things go off the rails as Dina breaks her mic, and Sean faces some serious Shock-O-Con anxiety! Join hosts Daniel, Dina, and Producer Sean as they navigate technical difficulties, play a hilariously awkward game of Poetry for Neanderthals (NSFW edition), and debate the merits of romance versus fantasy writing. Along the way, Daniel trains his hugs, Dina reveals her preference for spy no...

Can a grilled cheese sandwich really be the key to an unforgettable podcast episode? Join us as we explore everything from the irresistible charm of this comfort food to Dina's fabulous double buns. In this episode, we reminisce about 90s and early 2000s makeup trends, engage in playful banter about selling the show, and give a heartfelt shoutout to last week's guest, Matthew. Dina passionately defends the nude lip look w...

Ever wondered what happens when a mischievous gnome, Taylor Swift conspiracy theories, and a fictional supervillain collide in a podcast episode? This week on Don't Make It Weird, Daniel, Dinasaurus, and Sean serve up a cocktail of hilarity and unexpected twists with our special guest, the talented author Matthew Siadak.

Hold onto your cosmic bedazzled underwear as we create our own supervillain, speculate Taylor Swi...

Join us for an entertaining episode of "Don't Make it Weird," where we're thrilled to host Abby Simpson, a passionate Canadian writer and historical fiction enthusiast. We kick-start with a playful chat about oven settings and Canadian city hierarchies, sprinkled with Abby's witty Canada facts. Trust us, you'll be laughing as we take some good-natured jabs at cities like Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, a...

Content Warning: The upcoming discussion delves into topics related to religious beliefs, strict traditional gender roles, sexual abuse, and practices that some may find restrictive or controversial. This episode in particular goes heavy on the topic of sexual abuse. Please practice good self-care, and proceed with caution if you're sensitive to such subjects or consider skipping this discussion entirely if it might be distres...

Ever wondered if Batman's a giver or a taker in the bedroom? We're not holding back in this hilariously unfiltered episode of the Don't Make It Weird Podcast! We kick things off with some lively banter, including updates on Dina's toddler, Zebra, and his new molars. Producer Sean chimes in with his signature wit, and Dina shares her recent success in book marketing by offering her book for free. The episode is r...