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Mission Rejected

The Porch Room
Graduation Day
Dungeons & Dragons
Chet Phillips
Tabletop Roleplaying Games
Comedy
Bards
Family Dynamics
Festival Planning
The Saint
Val Kilmer
Porcelain Circus Set
Genesis
Musical Adventures
Magic
Toro's Fine China
Gloria Kovak
Cold Fusion
The Admiral
Christmas
Stickler's Pet Shop Emporium

The story of the world's most secret agents...the backups. For the first time in his career, Special Agent Chet Phillips has discovered that he can choose NOT to accept a mission! That means there's no choice but to send in the "B Team": A nervous pencil pusher promoted to the field, a computer hacker working off her sentence, a fading former sitcom star and a recently reassigned White House inter... more

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Latest Episodes

Coco the Barbarian, Red Sona, and Matt welcome tech goddess Athena O'Brien to the studio, unpack their feelings about the new Red Sonja reboot film, and really focus on Matt's many failings.

Improvising are:

J. Michael DeAngelis as Matt "Girlyman"

B... more

A group of sovereign nation separatists plan to annex a major suburb...and President Chet Phillips is eating cheesesteaks.

Recorded live at the Philadelphia Mausoleum of Contemporary Art (PhilaMoCA) on August 2, 2025.

Written & Directed by

J. Micha... more

The legendary warrior Coco the Barbarian has invented an entirely new medium...the podcast! Joining him on his quest to resurrect his once mighty IP are his sidekick Red Sona and his erstwhile producer, Matt "Girlyman". Together, they interview celeb... more

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to attend the first ever Mission: Rejected live show on Saturday, August 2nd at The Philadelphia Mausoleum of Contemporary Art (PhilaMOCA)! Be the first to hear a brand new episode featuring the entire... more

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Zelda Anders
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Episode: 503: Naked and Dismayed
Eustace Whitmire
Former Secretary of Defense
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Episode: 502: The World Is Way Too Much - Dead Reckoning - Part Two

Hosts

J. Michael DeAngelis
Co-creator, co-executive producer, co-writer and co-director of various projects including episodes within this podcast.
Chet Phillips
President of the United States within the show's narrative, a character that adds comedic and political elements to the episodes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 742 ratings
  • Obsessed

    I love this, binged the first three seasons in less than a month!! Cannot wait for the next season! Highly recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ally7732
    United States2 months ago
  • The best comedy fiction podcast out there

    I can’t recommend this highly enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DirkHSC
    United States3 months ago
  • I absolutely love it but I wish they would upload more recently Ive been waiting over 6 weeks for the next ep.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    hermitfan 🚦
    6 months ago
  • I absolutely love it but I wish they would upload more recently Ive been waiting over 6 weeks for the next ep.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KOTLC_PJO_TLC
    6 months ago
  • I absolutely love it but I wish they would upload more recently Ive been waiting over 6 weeks for the next ep.

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    5
    Bookworm
    6 months ago

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Overall sentiment indicates a strong recommendation for anyone looking for a light-hearted, funny escape from reality, with a distinctive style of humor that makes it a standout choice among comedic podcasts.
Some listeners express excitement about the inclusion of diverse characters and themes that address contemporary topics, making the episode content not just funny but also relatable in unique ways.
Listeners praise the podcast for its brilliant and clever writing, with comedy that combines absurdity and satire effectively. Many appreciate the unique characters and high-energy performances from the cast, enhancing the overall experience of the listening journey.
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Q: How does recording from different locations impact your process and what do you adjust?
The producers find that recording remotely changes how they write lines since timing and synchronicity can be more challenging when characters aren't together physically, and they adjust their directing approach accordingly.
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Q: What has changed in the production process or pipeline since between season one and season five?
The producers didn't know what they were doing when they started and have learned a lot over time, particularly around managing the recording process and balancing character voices.
Introducing: What Did We Just Watch?
Q: What are your thoughts on the film The Saint?
The movie is a mix of absurd plot points and outdated tropes, leaving viewers bemused yet entertained.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mission Rejected

What is Mission Rejected about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes feature comedic narratives centered around a team of often inept secret agents who tackle absurd missions, showcasing their charmingly dysfunctional dynamics. Listeners can expect a blend of humor and satire revolving around concepts like espionage, politics, and pop culture, with clever writing that includes witty banter, quirky scenarios, and memorable character interactions. Notably, the series often weaves in contemporary themes and eccentric guest appearances, making for an entertaining and engaging audio experience that parodies traditional spy dramas and brings its own unique twist to the genre.

With a diverse array of characters, from the overly cautious to the hilariously quirky, the show often resonates with those wh... more

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3. Dennis Quaid
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5. Anna Nivin
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