Don't Make It Weird

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By: Daniel Quigley & Dinasaurus

Two amateur authors and amateur humans—Daniel and Dina—discuss all things writing and books, and re-tell chaotic life adventures from cults to exes that think they’re horses. We’ve got you covered in this comedic and sarcastic, life-centered podcast. Follow us as we fail to not make it weird.

The One With Dzintra Sullivan
#103
03/18/2024

If you've ever wondered whether an elephant is more akin to a dog or a cat, or if you've found yourself lost in the peculiarities of Australian slang, buckle up for this wild literary escapade. With the brilliant Dzintra (Zee) Sullivan in the mix, we're throwing the rulebook out the window and serving up a feast of storytelling with a side of irreverent humor. From character games that will have you guessing alongside us to a hearty debate on the hierarchy of potato dishes, this episode has it all - including a pinch of philosophy and a sprinkle of...


The One With Mike Jones: The Musical
#102
02/19/2024

Daniel and Dinasaurus, your beloved raconteurs, are back to whisk you through a whirlwind of absurdities and heartfelt realness in this week's brand new episode of Don't Make It Weird. This time, Producer Sean forgot to record the footage for the first 20 minutes. OOPS!

From Dina's quick-witted recap of what we missed, to Danq's progressive shirt unbuttoning, we explore the lighter side of our week, peppered with nostalgic dives into Neopets and Webkins. And when life throws curveballs in the form of family emergencies and pet predicaments, we tackle them head-on, proving that humor can be the...


The One With The Flibbertigibbets
#101
02/06/2024

Ever found yourself in the aftermath of a shower, faced with a toilet disaster that has you contemplating life choices? Yeah, us too—and we're spilling it all in this episode! Join Daniel and Dinasaurus, along with our quick-witted Producer Sean, as we navigate through the murky waters of bathroom blunders with a side of Sunny D Vodka Seltzers. Prepare to cringe and chuckle as we share stories that are just too outrageous to keep to ourselves.

Bathroom humor aside, we're taking the plunge into the untold tales behind Disney classics, offering a fresh and comical take on...


The One With The Holiday Hoedown Throwdown (feat. Special Guests!)
#100
02/05/2024

Grab your Santa hat and a cold pint of Death Raptor because this holiday special of our podcast is like the weirdest, wildest office Christmas party you've never attended – but always wished you had. Planned entirely by Dinasaurus, as scandalous and spirited as ever in her holiday get-up, we take you through a winter wonderland of topics, from the moral ambiguity of Christmas movie tropes to the chaos of outfit changes and technical gremlins that tested our festive fortitude. And let's not forget our special guests, Alexander James, Rance and Bob Denton, and our bestest friend Jess The Mess, wh...


The One With Sarah Eriksen
#99
01/29/2024

Ever found yourself pondering the peculiar color change of soggy clothes or which insurance plan Lightning McQueen prefers? Well, your curiosities are about to be sated as we, Daniel Quigley and Dinasaurus, guide you through an episode that's anything but ordinary. With the whimsically wonderful Sarah Eriksen, a master of the written word and gaming extraordinaire, we traverse the landscapes of holiday hilarity, pop culture puzzles, and literary labyrinths. Sarah even gives us a glimpse into her "Treacherous Havens," sharing the origins and ethical intricacies laced within its post-apocalyptic world.

Brace yourselves for an episode where Star Wars...


The One Where Dina Escapes A Cult Pt. III (The One Where We Meet The Duggars)
#97
10/09/2023

Trigger/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. Please practice good self-care, and proceed with caution if you're sensitive to such subjects or consider skipping this segment entirely if it might be distressing to you.

Have you ever wondered about the bizarre yet relatable fears of parenting? Like teaching your little ones to blow their noses or losing your shirt to a mutant moth strain in Florida? Buckle up for a wild ride as we traverse a...


The One With Every Wish Way (The Return Of Shannon Bright)
#96
09/18/2023

Ready for a wild ride of romance, whimsy, and hilarity? We buckle up with Shannon Bright, a mastermind auto body technician and romance novelist, who's here to turbocharge our adventure. Shannon opens up about juggling her love for auto work and crafting swoon-worthy love stories, giving us a sneak peek into her upcoming book, Every Wish Way.

We rev things up with a thrilling game of 'Red Flags', helping our single friend navigate the twists and turns of the dating world with Shannon, our romance expert in the driver's seat. As we explore potential suitors' attributes and...


The One With N.J. Alexander
#95
08/28/2023

Get ready for a roller-coaster episode as we welcome N.J. (Nick) Alexander, the brilliant mind behind the epic fantasy, FOGBOUND, and The Intern of the Goddamn Gamecube Podcast. We're delving deep into Dina's Tiktok Conspiracy Corner, discussing claims that nuclear test footage is fabricated – is it reality or just another conspiracy theory?

Prepare to chuckle (or not!) as we challenge our funny bones in 'You Laugh You Die: Pickup Lines edition'. Can Nick and the team keep a straight face or will they succumb to seduction? Nick then takes us on a chilling journey, recounting a fa...


The One Where Alex Releases The Woodkin (feat. Alexander James)
#94
08/19/2023

Prepare yourself, listeners, for an episode filled with wild anecdotes, laughter, and intellectual discussions as we welcome back our fan-favorite guest, author and culinary pro, Alexander James. In honor of the release of his long-anticipated horror novel, The Woodkin, we have a thrilling chat about his writing journey, dinner evaluations, and some outlandish conspiracy theories. From his childhood bicycle accident involving a Mercedes and firing Dina's cannon, to the wild theory linking Britney Spears and the World Trade Center, we promise a rollercoaster ride of an episode.

Embark on a hilarious journey as we hear about Alex's...


The One With Uncle Bobbo
#93
08/08/2023

Ever wondered how Donald Trump's peculiar orange hue could be linked to time travel? Or how risqué literature could be hilariously compared to electronics and cheap wine? Join your favorite weirdos, Daniel and Dinasaurus, as we have a riot of a time with our multi-talented friend, Uncle Bobbo, exploring it all, and so much more. 

Our conversation whirls around Uncle Bobbo's passion for theater, and his humorous talent for distinguishing cryptids from, well... dicks. We tackle the mystery of time travel, the eccentricities of the game 'Only Up', and our very own version of Good Mythical Morning's SN...