Joy Tactics
Joy Tactics is a podcast hosted by Nate Varrone, Eric Rahill, and Jack Bensinger. The show offers premium episodes through their Patreon at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
Episodes
#193 = The Notion of Couches
yup and they're comfy asf Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com SEATTLE 10/28 PORTLAND 10/29 SAN FRANCISCO 10/30 LOS ANGELES 11/1 MINNEAPOLIS 11/18 CHICAGO 11/21 (2 shows) DETROIT 11/28 TORONTO 12/1 PITTSBURGH 12/2
#192 - Animated Projects
SPongebob 🔥🔥🔥Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com SEATTLE 10/28 PORTLAND 10/29 SAN FRANCISCO 10/30 LOS ANGELES 11/1 MINNEAPOLIS 11/18 CHICAGO 11/21 (2 shows) DETROIT 11/28 TORONTO 12/1 PITTSBURGH 12/2
#191 - Putting an end to bullying
No more of that, we say! Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com PHILADELPHIA 9/29 NYC 10/1 SEATTLE 10/28 PORTLAND 10/29 SAN FRANCISCO 10/30 LOS ANGELES 11/1 MINNEAPOLIS 11/18 CHICAGO 11/21 (2 shows) DETROIT 11/28 TORONTO 12/1 PITTSBURGH 12/2
#190 - Unity
🫱🫲Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytacticsGo see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com BOSTON 9/24 PHILADELPHIA 9/29 NYC 10/1 SEATTLE 10/28 PORTLAND 10/29 SAN FRANCISCO 10/30 LOS ANGELES 11/1 MINNEAPOLIS 11/18 CHICAGO 11/21 (2 shows) DETROIT 11/28 TORONTO 12/1 PITTSBURGH 12/2
#189 - Adult Alphabet
Now I know my ABCs... Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com BOSTON 9/24 PHILADELPHIA 9/29 NYC 10/1 SEATTLE 10/28 PORTLAND 10/29 SAN FRANCISCO 10/30 LOS ANGELES 11/1 MINNEAPOLIS 11/18 CHICAGO 11/21 (2 shows) DETROIT 11/28 TORONTO 12/1 PITTSBURGH 12/2
#188 - Falling Down/Tripping
Watch your step...Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com
#187 - GTA 6 & The State Of The Gaming Industry
Be real with me are you picking that ish up on release date? Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com BOSTON 9/24PHILADELPHIA 9/29 NYC 10/1 SEATTLE 10/28 PORTLAND 10/29 SAN FRANCISCO 10/30 LOS ANGELES 11/1 MINNEAPOLIS 11/18CHICAGO 11/21 (2 shows) DETROIT 11/28 TORONTO 12/1 PITTSBURGH 12/2
#186 - Smells Ft. Ruby McCollister
Required reading for today's episode: https://maddiessecrets.com/Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#185 - Developing Our Fantasy Romance Novel
Do you remember where you were when you head Micheal Jordan cry? Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#184 - Fortnite
Where we dropping lol Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#183 - Digital Media
Ngl, it's physical over digital every day fo meSubscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#182 - Ass
Yup, A Round Juicy Big One, Too. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#181 - Blood
🩸 🩸 🩸 🩸 🩸 Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#180 - The Notion of Shakespearean Dialect
Where are thou? And I'm so sorry 👀Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#179 - Plastic Surgery
Let's get beautiful this summer. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#178 - Vessels
FAAAAAHHHHHSubscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#177 - Hygiene
I don't know why Nate's calling in from an old timey radio.. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#176 - Butter
LIVE from Tokyo, Japan. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#175 - Summertime Activities
I like the beach :) Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#174 - The Open Road
Guys, don't worry if this episode sounds kinda weird, because it looks amazing, too.Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#173 - Bad Influences
Jack isn't here so Eric and Nate are getting naughty 😼 Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#172 - Butlers
Kinda more of a Batman episode really. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#171 - The Zombie Apocalypse
This scenario is pretty crazy if you think about it. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#170 - Jungle Role Play
Swings on my vine.Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#169 - Fame with Amy Zimmer
A funny thing fame is... hilarious even... Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#168 - A Digital Exploration of the Middle of Brazil
Obrigado!!!Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#167 - Real Talk
Just a normal conversation for you this week. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#166 - Hotels
Enjoy your stay! Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#165 - Spies
Be sure to let this episode access your microphone and location. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#164 - The Concept of Time
Like hours and minutes and whatnot. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#163 - The Oscars
Welcome to the red carpet! Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#162 - Sunshine
And also Dante's Inferno. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#161 - Luck of the Irish with Maggie Winters
Celebrating St Paddy's Day a little early FOLLOW MAGGIE: https://www.instagram.com/saggiesplinters/ Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
#160 - Your Questions Answered
I'm full of joy ask me anythingSubscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
159: Quizzes
The China in May dream is STILL alive. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
158: The Mouth
And the many sounds it can make.Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytacticsSee Eric & Nate LIVE in LOS ANGELES 2/15: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritualizations-with-nate-varrone-and-eric-rahill-tickets-1979889206915
157: The Will Smith Files
And maybe some other files, too. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
156: 3 years
Happy JoyverssarySubscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytacticsSee eric & Nate live in LA 2/15: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritualizations-with-nate-varrone-and-eric-rahill-tickets-1979889206915
155: Football
This episode is straight up a touchdown. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
153: Weebology 101
This one's mostly about Japanese anime, manga and the culture associated with them if you can even believe it. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
152: The 2025 Tactee's
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to our end of the year award show. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
151: The Notion of Points with Rachel Kaly
Please sign up for a credit card this holiday season Rachel's referral code AMEXNate's referral code Chase Follow Rachel on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachel.kaly/?hl=en And watch this funny video of Rachel doing stand-up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-Ch7fMpOsc Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
#150 - Ice Breakers
I think it's about time you got to know us...Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
149: The Recommitment
Or The Insider's Insight To The Netflix & WB MergerSubscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
148: Retail Therapy
Make sure to go out there and get something nice for yourself or your family these holidays.
147: Halo
This episode goes out to the gamers specifically 👀 Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
146: Fantasy
Dragons, elves, orcs, wizards and whatnot. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
145: New York, New York
Celebrating our favorite boroughs and discussing what makes them great.Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
144: A Jesse Eisenberg Deep Dive
Name yo favorite Jesse film in the comments! Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
#143 - Nate's Haunted Birthday
Be sure to wish him a really scary birthday in the comments Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
142: Scary Movies
The scariest movie to me is probably the movie of Life.Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
141: Corporations
Or the killing bugs episode. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
140: The Slide Guide
Let's go ahead and get those DM's poppingFor more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
139: The Butter Fly Effect
Do something nice for someone today...For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
137: McDonald's
I'm loving it mcdonalds ❤For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
136: Aviation
Please try to listen to this episode while riding a plane if possible.For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
135: Races
Mostly the, like, competition ones.For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
134: Dinosaurs
Rawrrrr rawrrrr raaaawwwwrrrrSee eric and Nate LIVE in LA 8/31: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritualizations-with-nate-varrone-and-eric-rahill-tickets-1592168582089For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
133: Fatigue
Have you or someone you know ever felt tired, fatigued even? Maybe this podcast episode will help. Maybe.For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
132: Bouncing Back
Wow, we're back in full stride, and everyone is excited and cheering for us. Thank you, our fans! For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
131: Celeb Talk
Nothing crazy happened at the start, don't worry about it.For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
130: The Adult Male Study Abroad
Buonna sera, sexy ass ladies... For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
129: Water
Finally, a refreshing episode of water talk for the hot summer.For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytacticsCome to Spiritualizations with Nate and not Eric this Sunday July 27 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritualizations-with-nate-varrone-and-eric-rahill-tickets-1489576526489
128: Medicine
FDTFor more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
127: Disgusting & Nasty Gossip
Some bridges will be burned.For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
126: WEAPONRY
brap brap brap brap BOOMFor more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
125: The Olympics
Since this year we won't be having either a summer or winter Olympics, we decided to talk about them to start drumming up some hyper for them!See Eric & Nate LIVE in LA 6/29: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritualizations-with-nate-varrone-and-eric-rahill-tickets-1320522140269For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
124: Frozen Delights
Ice cream, froyo, gelatto, iced coffee, slurpees, etc.See eric and Nate LIVE in LA: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritualizations-with-nate-varrone-and-eric-rahill-tickets-1320522140269For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
123: Trivia Episode To Listen On Long Car Rides
Or you could also listen to this in other scenarios, I suppose. Will probably make the trivia lose a little bit of it's power. Whatever.For more Joy go to https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
122: Litigiousness
Would you believe if I told you somehow this episode about the law also ended up going thru a musical path? Oh well, you better find out. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
121: Musical Mashups
This episode of joy tactics is brought to you by our sponsor: Musichttps://www.patreon.com/joytactics
120: The History of Hip-Hop
Check out Playboi Carti after listening to this podcast episode. Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes at www.patreon.com/joytactics.
119: Ooey Gooey Sticky Caramel
This world could do with a little more sweetness if you ask me.https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
118: The Lake of Narcissus
This one was lowkey hella esoteric and whatnothttps://www.patreon.com/joytactics
117: Puppetry and Ventriloquism
Art is everything to us.https://www.patreon.com/joytactics
116: Planet of T-shirts
And let's not forget about pants, too.https://www.patreon.com/joytacticsSee eric & Nate LIVE in LA 4/27: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritualizations-with-nate-varrone-and-eric-rahill-tickets-1234037843409?aff=erelexpmlt
115: The Long Awaited Appliance Symposium
Get excited.https://www.patreon.com/joytacticsSee eric & Nate LIVE in LA 4/27: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spiritualizations-with-nate-varrone-and-eric-rahill-tickets-1234037843409?aff=erelexpmlt
Imaginary Friends [teaser]
Watch the whole thing at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com SEATTLE 10/28 PORTLAND 10/29 SAN FRANCISCO 10/30 LOS ANGELES 11/1 MINNEAPOLIS 11/18 CHICAGO 11/21 (2 shows) DETROIT 11/28 TORONTO 12/1 PITTSBURGH 12/2
Autumnal Notions [teaser]
Watch the whole thing at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com NYC 10/1 SEATTLE 10/28 PORTLAND 10/29 SAN FRANCISCO 10/30 LOS ANGELES 11/1 MINNEAPOLIS 11/18 CHICAGO 11/21 (2 shows) DETROIT 11/28 TORONTO 12/1 PITTSBURGH 12/2
Evolution of the iPhone [teaser]
Watch the whole thing at https://www.patreon.com/joytactics Go see Nate LIVE on tour tix at https://www.natevarrone.com
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