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Prime Cuts

Audrey and Mara
Transformers
Megatron
Transformers Generation One
Soundwave
Wheeljack
Ratchet
Optimus Prime
Bulkhead
Starscream
Laserbeak

Transform, roll out, and plug in! Audrey (she/her, they/them) and Mara (she/they) are taking you on a ride through the history of Transformers television. We're going season by season--but not in order!--so you can experience the best of almost 40 years of cartoons with our expert* and objectively correct** commentary. *bro just trust us **bro just TRUST us

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes166Founded5 years ago
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Animation & MangaLeisureImprovComedy

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Prime Season 2 is in the rearview, and it was quite the ride! We talk about the highs, the lows, the massive amounts of Vehicon violence (which isn't a war crime because they aren't people). This datatrack contains discussion of the following topics;... more

You ever just sitting around docking with the fellas when you get your Omega Keys all tangled up? No? Just me. Whatever *blows up your secret base*. This datatrack contains discussion of the following topics; debate over Dreadwing's purpleness, manda... more

Things get WILDLY out of hand in this one. We apologize in advance. This datatrack contains discussion of the following topics; a return of cool fight scenes, Smokescreen's true destiny (as a key mule), Alpha Trion's strange tastes, kink meme origins... more

This week the show briefly becomes obsessed with magical swords and loopholes around enchantments, and despite one of the episodes being named 'Alpha/Omega' we manage to only make a single Omegaverse joke! This datatrack contains discussion of the fo... more

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Mara Woodward
Mara Woodward, Co-host of Prime Cuts; provides commentary and reactions; engages in banter and deep-dive analysis.
Audrey
Audrey, Host/Co-host of Prime Cuts; drives discussion, offers insights, and keeps the show's pace and humor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Good Luck!

    You’ve been on an amazing run, this is easily my favorite podcast/fever dream about a toy commercial. But good luck with the rest of it when you already peaked with THE JERKERRRR IT’S ALL ABOUT THE JERKER BABYYYYYYYY

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josephine Joestar
    United States2 years ago
  • So close!!!

    Oh man. So I’m really enjoying this show but like there hits a point where the jokes are, “It’s a kid show…. Isn’t that crazy?” And like yea I guess but we all are aware of the genre we are in and what we are watching so the bit kind of falls flat. It’s kind of like making fun of a clown for having a red nose. Like yea it’s a clown that’s the point.

    But I legit have laughed out loud in my car while listening to it too! It’s genuinely funny and the two hosts have amazing chemistry as well as bei... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AL 264
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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- Fans appreciate the hosts' chemistry and candid takes on legacy Transformers lore.
- Some listeners crave tighter editing to keep jokes from outweighing analysis.
- The host dynamic and nerdy, meta-commentary deliver a unique watch-along vibe.
- The show's humor and toy-history banter attract long-time fans and newcomers alike.

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Apple Podcasts
#143
Austria/Comedy/Improv

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S11E22: Reverse Milking With The Homies
Q: Creamseek asks which of the Combaticons would you pitch for a Lost Robot style redemption arc film?
The hosts suggest Vortex as a strong candidate, with alternatives like Blast Off or Swindle discussed as possibilities depending on the angle of redemption.
S12E3: Go My Goon Scarabs!
Q: What is the core dynamic between Wheeljack and Optimus in this arc?
They clash over strategy and risk vs. safety, with Wheeljack pushing for proactive action while Optimus emphasizes command structure and mission safety, ultimately reconciling in a shared goal to neutralize threats.
S12E5: 9/12: The Sequel To 9/11
Q: Did the Warship betray Decepticons, or is it the only true Decepticon?
They compare the Warship's actions to an AI-like lineage within the Nemesis, suggesting it's aligned with the greater Decepticon cause but capable of independent decisions that can diverge from Megatron's plans.
S12E5: 9/12: The Sequel To 9/11
Q: Which Prime characters would fuck their own clones?
The hosts discuss several candidates among the clones, with Starscream and Knockout repeatedly referenced as likely due to personality traits and proximity to the original characters, while others are debated for their baggage and potential dynamics.

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Two longtime hosts discuss Transformers animated series with irreverent humor, deep lore dives, and running jokes. Episodes blend season-by-season commentary with fan theory, toy-line context, and meta-talk about podcasting itself. Across recent episodes, conversations swing between character arcs, world-building details, and the social/cultural lenses surrounding the show, often spotlighting leadership dynamics, loyalties, and the evolving relationship between Autobots, humans, and Decepticons. Noteworthy is the hosts' chemistry and willingness to mix sharp analysis with playful banter, plus a penchant for callbacks to toy history and cross-media tie-ins. Listeners likely appreciate candid takes, nerdy rigor, and a humorous, late-night vib... more

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