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The Rules of the Show
Andrew Finlay Stewart
Frequency: 1 episode/29d. Total Eps: 27
I’m Andrew Finlay Stewart, and I’m the host of a new podcast called The Rules of the Show. I’ll be talking to guests about rules they like and rules they hate, from board games and sports, to legislation and regulation, laws of physics or fashion dos and don’ts. Anything from biblical Thou Shalt Nots to household rules they grew up with.
But that’s just the beginning. Every episode, my guests will introduce a new rule for the podcast. We’ll debate and discuss it, and then add it to the rules of the show, changing the podcast forever,
I predict some of these new rules will be silly and small, and some could fundamentally change the nature of the show.
But I don’t know where this is going to go any more than you do, we’ll be along for the ride together. I hope you will join me in messing around with The Rules of the Show.
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20/02/2025#49🇨🇦 Canada - games
12/12/2024#58🇨🇦 Canada - games
11/11/2024#79
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A Prime Stalk with Kirsten Innes
Episode 1
samedi 28 septembre 2024 • Duration 58:20
I talk to Kirsten Innes about UK politics, message board friendships, and what makes a Proper Stalk. Plus, our first guest-created rule is introduced.
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
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Thanks and Acknowledgements
samedi 28 septembre 2024 • Duration 04:38
In this introductory episode, I'm laying the groundwork for the show to come, and expressing gratitude for those who helped it happen.
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
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The Rules of the Show teaser
vendredi 24 mai 2024 • Duration 01:00
I hope you will join me in messing around with The Rules of the Show.
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
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Who's On First with Missi Information
Episode 3
samedi 26 octobre 2024 • Duration 01:41:27
Missi Information joins the show to discuss the many ways to start a game. Plus, an opportunity to reflect on what we've learned (in rule form).
You can find Missi's podcasts on The Missi Information Superhighway and see her stream on Twitch with RadioFreeMultiverse.
Hello everyone, I'm invoking rule 23 using this edit. If you're curious about it, just stay tuned.
Edited by Missi Information on May 23, 2026
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
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Many-opolies with Graeme Peters
Episode 2
samedi 12 octobre 2024 • Duration 01:40:52
Graeme Peters joins the show to talk Monopoly, Star Wars Monopoly, and a panoply of different -opolies. Plus, we trip over the rule introduced last week, and craft a new rule that theoretically won't come up so often. Find Graeme's drag persona Arkade on Instagram or streaming on Twitch at ArkadeHorror.
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
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The Art World Is Not A Scantron with Elisabeth Skjærvold
Episode 4
samedi 9 novembre 2024 • Duration 48:03
Elisabeth Skjærvold joins the show to discuss dance, schoolwork, and standardized tests. Plus, we introduce a new rule that risks Elisabeth's cancellation and/or our show becoming much more appealing to Canadian arts funding organizations. Maybe both!
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
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This Rule Intentionally Left Blank with Bryan Da Silva
Episode 6
samedi 7 décembre 2024 • Duration 01:16:38
Fans of mysterious beeping: rejoice! This week's episode we are joined by Bryan Da Silva, who is reporting on location from Vancouver General Hospital. Bryan and I discuss committing to the bit, and some very silly games including Blaseball and True American and one nameless game to make a workday more exciting. Plus a new rule is introduced that demands a new tab on the ol' Rules of the Show spreadsheet.
Follow @babyyagabakeshop for Bryan's wife's delicious baking.
At the time of episode release Bryan is in remission and awaiting stem cell transplant. While it will be a while longer of treatment and recovery, everything is progressing well.
You can support Bryan's expensive new lifestyle by contributing to the fundraiser here.
And please consider registering to donate blood and stem cells at www.blood.ca.
Please consider signing up to be a stem cell donor at blood.ca, or the equivalent in your country. You could save lives! Email andrew@therulesoftheshow.com with proof of participation and Bryan Da Silva will compose and record a bespoke ~15sec ringtone just for you!
Edited by Bryan Da Silva, May 23, 2026
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
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Always Two Skies of Blue There Are with Forrest Phillips and Emily Pineapple
Episode 5
samedi 23 novembre 2024 • Duration 01:17:40
Forrest Phillips and Emily Pineapple from Radio Free Multiverse join the show to discuss the unfeasible managerial structure of the Sith in Star Wars. Plus we ponder the sacred texts, both serious and ridiculous, and discuss world-building and language in fictional universes. Plus, a new rule is added to the game, and our first rule comes up, like, a lot. Find Forrest and Emily online at Live.RadioFreeMultiverse.com.
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Serious Grown-Up Things with Maddy Wilde
Episode 10
samedi 1 février 2025 • Duration 01:13:00
Maddy Wilde (Born Ruffians, No Frills, Alvin and the Chipmunks Adventure Band) joins the show to talk about important self-care staples of being an adult, like breakfast, flossing, and driving a car. We also talk about being a messy little kid, parking tickets, Hanson's ballad, and three dimensional circles. We also play a solid rally of Good Question (feat. music by Bryan Da Silva) and add an alarming new rule to the show.
You can find Maddy Wilde online @maddyweshrunkthekids and check out new albums from Born Ruffians and No Frills coming later this year. If you're in Toronto, check out Alvin and the Chipmunks Adventure Band live February 13th at BSMT254.
You can find us online @therulesoftheshow and email comments or feedback to andrew@therulesoftheshow.com.
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Roels of the Show with Jake Roels
Episode 9
samedi 18 janvier 2025 • Duration 55:30
Jake Roels joins the show to talk about cooperation parameters, role playing games, audience interaction, Homestar Runner, and The Fourth Wall.
Thanks to Bryan Da Silva for the Good Question music.
You can find Jake on instagram at @j4k3r0e7s, and you can join his upcoming livestream on February 2nd (and see other great video content) at https://www.youtube.com/alphabotisreal
And as always you can cooperatively heckle me on instagram at @therulesoftheshow or by emailing andrew@therulesoftheshow.com.
This episode does not feature Connor Ratliff.
Edited by J.D. Amato, June 13, 2026
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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