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The Dark Forest

Ranger John
North Carolina
London
Wilmington
MRI
Movies
Piano
Raleigh
Death
Reykjavik
Black Spatulas
Carcinogens
Otherkin
Voluntary Extinction
The Oscars
Fearington Village
Music
Gardening
African Violets
Television Shows
Christmas

A Weekly Podcast with Rangers John and Daniel. Carchats, Deckchats, and Birding Walks. Music from Rap to Rachmaninoff. Take a walk in the woods with us.

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Hosts

John
Co-host with a long-running involvement in the show, often taking the lead on personal anecdotes, local culture, and observational humor.
Daniel
Co-host known for banter, cultural references, and shared storytelling with John; frequently discusses art, media, and everyday life.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Cool

    This is a neat little podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kellyanthropology
    United States4 years ago
  • Excelent!

    Trendy, thoughtful, inspiring! An honest vision of the American Way of Life

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jalo68
    Argentina7 years ago
  • Love the vibe

    Relaxed, smart, alive to the world. Great job, guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Felix del Campo
    United States8 years ago
  • Still Elegant

    Thoughtful and gentle, Ranger John has long been my muse. "On the DF" is a substantive podcast that remains a highlight in my week of listening enjoyment. With the relatively recent addition of "The Lovely Daniel," the podcast has evolved even further, with us listening in on their conversations. It is uniquely entertaining... and still elegant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toppie Smellie
    United States11 years ago
  • Into the dark forest finding deep thoughts

    Ranger John offers up a weekly personal podcast that focuses on his daily life, his memories, his music, and his love for birds - amongst other things. An intelligent, intimate, and independent voice - a rare find in both gay-oriented as well as personal podcasts. An added bonus is the occasional appearance of his partner Kentie who does the wonderful The Flatus Show podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe G. of bored beyond belief
    United States17 years ago

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The show blends personal storytelling with casual, meandering conversations across a wide range of everyday topics. Listeners can expect friendly banter between two co-hosts as they riff about language quirks, local life in the South, hobbies like birds and art, family updates, and cultural commentary — often punctuated by anecdotes, music thoughts, and small-town observations. A recurring strength is the intimate, unscripted vibe and the hosts' willingness to follow tangents, which keeps episodes approachable and relatable while still touching on meaningful themes such as health, memory, and community dynamics. A notable aspect is the consistent sense of place and personality, including a frequent nod to audience engagement and a lighthear... more

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