Distractible Podcast — “Everybody Hates Dor”
Released: January 26, 2026 | Hosts: Mark Fischbach, Wade Barnes, Bob Muyskens

Episode Overview

This episode sees the Distractible trio—Mark, Wade, and Bob—get back to their classic formula of laid-back banter and storytelling after a busier period. The central thread is an extended, hilarious riff about the hypothetical naming of a child “Dor” (short for Dorothy), resulting in a running gag that dovetails into stories about family, creative works, projects, and plenty of playful mockery. Along the way, listeners get behind-the-scenes details on Mark’s “Iron Lung” film, personal life updates from Wade and Bob, and classic off-the-rails discussions about everything from film logistics to wild news stories and the oddest items found in butts.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Small Talk, Beatles and The Naming of “Dor”

• The trio opens with trademark confusion over their identities, Beatles comparisons, and lengthy name jokes.
• Wade jokes about naming a daughter Dorothy and shortening it to “Dor” (06:46), setting up a recurring inside joke about “Door” being his neglected, hypothetical child.
  • “Why did you call me Dor?” (06:56) — Wade
  • “Just talk to your brother, Jam. You guys are a pair.” (06:57) — Bob
• The banter continues with references to multilingual long names, Beatles, and, humorously, to Wade’s “full legal name”: “George Paul McCartney Harrison Ford.”

2. Life Updates and New Year’s Resolutions

• Bob shares his commitment to walk a marathon and a mile per day in 2026, with his partner Mandy far ahead in their challenge (09:12).
  • “I fucking better have walked a full marathon so far this year…” (09:12) — Bob
• Bob gives a proud update on his son James’ near-potty-training and jokes about “Door” being the less favored, semi-invisible sibling (10:16).

3. Wade’s Reading Staycation & Book Talk

• Wade recounts his rare break from work where he read three books, including two John Grisham novels and Andy Weir’s “Project Hail Mary” (10:52).
  • He praises Ryan Gosling’s casting in the movie adaptation and discusses changes in technology referenced in older novels.
  • “Reading the book, I 100% agree with the casting of Ryan Gosling…” (11:16) — Wade

4. Mark’s “Iron Lung” Film: Behind the Scenes and Stress Relief

• Mark details finishing “Iron Lung,” the accompanying soundtrack’s release, and the immense logistical and technical challenges involved in final edits, sound mixing, VFX, and movie distribution (13:09 to 19:46).
  • “You pull out that piece and all of a sudden he’s in a different spot and—oh god.” (15:25) — Mark
• He extols DaVinci Resolve as a filmmaking tool, and discusses the process of DCP (Digital Cinema Package) delivery to theaters (15:52 and 18:49).
• The emotional release after the project’s completion: “I cried like you wouldn’t believe, just the stress leaving my body.” (25:42) — Mark

5. Popcorn Buckets, Movie Merch, and the Power of Fandom

• Mark shares the popcorn bucket saga—delays in official production led him to offer free 3D print files, pitching it as a fan engagement opportunity (21:12).
  • “If they bring a printed bucket to a theater… they get free popcorn.” (21:15) — Mark
• The conversation highlights their relationship to their audience, like the r/Markiplier subreddit’s uniquely supportive-yet-savage energy:
  • “I have never seen a subreddit quite like r/Markiplier … genuinely trying to be as nice as they possibly can be and are just chucking spears right at your heart with every sentence they type.” (24:41) — Bob

6. Creativity, YouTubers as Filmmakers, and Future Prospects

• Wade praises Mark’s innovative, driven approach to creativity compared to would-be creators who lack that energy. Mark is optimistic but realistic about the potential for both good and “subpar” creator-driven films (26:43–27:54).
  • “There’s going to be some subpar stuff… not everybody has the drive and the passion that you do…” (27:25) — Wade

7. Tech and Cinema: Film vs Digital, IMAX and Movie Nostalgia

• Deep-dive into the evolution of film technology and movie theater experiences—digital vs film reels, IMAX and Omnimax, nostalgia for old theaters.
• Mark describes his lack of nostalgia for traditional film: “I cannot imagine operating under the limitations of film...” (19:26)

8. Gaming News and Nostalgic Recommendations

• The guys recommend and discuss games like “Hytale” (Bob’s new favorite, reminiscent of Minecraft), “Alchemy Factory,” and “Star Rupture.”
• Wade describes a bizarre Pokémon ROM hack where everything is gambling-related, and Bob reminisces about factory builders like “Satisfactory,” noting his chaotic but enjoyable playstyle (32:41–37:36).

9. Absurd Stories: The World’s Strangest ER Cases

• Mark lists the “25 worst items found in butts” in a segment that is peak Distractible, ranging from rocks to full shampoo bottles, lightbulbs, pasta, and even a baseball—accompanied by imaginative explanations for how and why:
  • “The explanation for that was to see what it felt like.” (43:04)
  • “Out at home!” (43:04) — Bob, delighting in the baseball pun
• This segment ends with general disgust and laughter, typifying their blend of juvenile humor and genuine camaraderie (40:21–43:44).

10. News: Animals on the Loose—Or Are They?

• Bob shares a recent news story: escaped goats and monkeys in St. Louis become the subject of viral, AI-generated hoaxes online, “committing crimes and vandalizing things and jumping on people’s trampolines…” (44:05)
• Bob also highlights the unfortunate spokesperson name: Willie Springer.

11. Meta-Awards, Points, and the “Wheel” Game

• The episode wraps with the hosts awarding one another points for memorable moments, word use (“decanter” and “vicissitude” get special mentions), and spinning their decision wheel to determine the winner—classic Distractible.
  • “Am I the loser also? Yes. Are these the facts, and is this what happened? That’s for the judge to decide.” (50:45) — Mark
• Bob wins and delivers a tongue-in-cheek winner’s speech, noting how each episode “feels new and awkward,” even after nearly 400.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Reading the book, I 100% agree with the casting of Ryan Gosling…” (11:16) — Wade
• “You pull out that piece and all of a sudden he’s in a different spot and—oh god.” (15:25) — Mark, on film editing
• “I cried like you wouldn’t believe, just the stress leaving my body.” (25:42) — Mark
• “There’s going to be some subpar stuff… not everybody has the drive and passion that you do…” (27:25) — Wade
• “Genuinely trying to be as nice as they possibly can be and are just chucking spears right at your heart…” (24:41) — Bob, about r/Markiplier
• “The explanation for [the baseball in the butt] was to see what it felt like.” (43:04) — Mark
• “His glove has fallen off... he squats down, catches it in his ass as he makes the tag…” (43:16) — Bob, imaginatively explaining the ‘baseball’ story

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Opening Banter & “Dor” Joke: 01:25 – 07:40
• Life & Book Updates: 09:12 – 12:48
• Mark’s Movie Production Stories: 13:09 – 19:46
• Popcorn Bucket & Merch: 21:12 – 22:05
• YouTubers as Filmmakers: 23:53 – 27:54
• Gaming Talk (“Hytale”, Factory Builders): 32:41 – 37:41
• 25 Worst Items Pulled from Butts: 37:46 – 43:12
• Animals on the Loose & AI News: 44:05 – 45:30
• Point Tallying & The Wheel: 46:45 – 50:37

Tone & Highlights

• Comradely & Satirical: From Beatles references to running “Door” jokes, the trio’s ribbing is playful and revealing of their long friendship.
• Honest & Relatable: Mark’s candid description of post-project stress relief is particularly open.
• Absurd & Juvenile: Classic Distractible energy finds its home in stories about ER oddities and creative uses for everyday objects.
• Audience-Aware: They frequently poke fun at themselves and their fan community, keeping meta-commentary part of the fun.

In summary:
This episode is classic Distractible—a winding journey that’s as much about the personalities in the (virtual) room as it is about the topics. Listeners get both the highs (pride, accomplishment) and lows (cringeworthy tales, exhaustion) of creative work, interlaced with deeply unserious riffing, creative in-jokes (“Dor”), and the classic gameified format of points and the wheel. If you missed it, expect laughter, behind-the-scenes details, and at least half a dozen moments where you have to pause just to catch your breath.