Chapo Trap House
Episodes
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (2019): I'm The Father Who Stepped Down
Chapo Trap House discusses the 2019 game Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, contrasting its intricate, reflex-based difficulty and linear structure with the…
1073 - Unsafe, Illegal, and Common feat. Kylie Cheung (9/21/26)
Journalist Kylie Chung discusses her book *Coercion* and the post-Dobbs reality of abortion bans, highlighting how these laws function as tools for domestic abuse and state-sanctioned violence.
1072 - Opposites Day feat. Séamus Malekafzali (9/17/26)
Chapo Trap House discusses Ansar Allah’s recent military successes in Yemen, including the seizure of Mocha and the collapse of Saudi-backed forces,…
Dark Souls III (2016): Ember A Lee Frost
Hosts Spencer and Andrew discuss Dark Souls 3, debating its status as the most polished yet least innovative entry in the series compared to Elden Ring.
1071 - Ballroom Blitz feat. Jacob Bacharach (9/14/26)
Jacob Bacharach joins to discuss AI safety, arguing that "existential risk" rhetoric is a projection of Silicon Valley’s psychopathy and a strategy…
Bonus: 7-11 Never Forget
The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding Zohran Mamdani’s attendance at the 9/11 memorial, mocking the backlash from figures like Rudy Giuliani and Donald Trump.
1070 - Sportsballmer feat. Pablo Torre (9/10/26)
Pablo Torre joins Chapo Trap House to discuss the NBA’s historic ruling against Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, who was banned for a year and fined $30…
Bloodborne (2015): Devoted Boar Fister, Beloved Hunt? That’s What You Put In the Paper?!
Hosts discuss the themes of Bloodborne, arguing it is FromSoftware's best work for its coherent depiction of institutional decay and postmodern consumerism.
1069 - Vetterman’s Day (9/8/26)
The hosts begin with a satirical NFL preview, jokingly predicting a Jets-Giants Super Bowl and mocking the "Darien, Connecticut pedophiles" as an expansion team.
1068 - American Doctor feat. Mark Perlmutter and Thaer Ahmad (9/3/26)
In this episode, hosts interview Dr.
Dark Souls II (2014): Counting Or Not Counting Gank Violence?
This episode features a deep dive into Dark Souls II, where the hosts and guest Andrew defend the game against common criticisms by highlighting its…
1067 - Bride of DataRepublican feat. David J. Roth (8/31/26)
Chapo Trap House discusses the "Data Republican" saga, a deaf, nonverbal woman working for the Department of Defense who believes she is being set up for treason by the "deep state.
1066 - Hipster Runoff feat. Dan Boeckner and Lex Walton (8/27/26)
Felix, Dan Bejar, and Lex Walton discuss the new album *Ultimate Love Forever*, debating the cultural shift from millennial indie rock to right-wing aesthetics.
Dark Souls (2011) - The Gods’ Plan Challenge
Spencer and the Chapo intern discuss Dark Souls (2011), arguing that its superior world-building and character depth outweigh its slower combat and exploitable mechanics.
1065 - Fear of a Blue Planet feat. The Trillbillies (8/24/26)
The Trbillies join the show to mock an Army unit offering a four-day pass to play GTA 6 as a reenlistment incentive, debating the absurdity of trading military service for early game access.
1064 - Tinker Tailor Candy Crush feat. Vincent Bevins and Bora Mema (8/20/26)
Hosts Felix and Vincent discuss the "Flamingo Revolution" in Albania with activist Bora Mema, who details the 80-day protest against a Kushner-linked development project in a protected wetland.
Demon's Souls (2009) - Boleteria-ing For Soup
Chapo Trap House discusses FromSoftware’s *Demon’s Souls*, exploring its troubled development, the origins of the studio, and its pivotal role in establishing the "Souls" genre.
1063 - Blue Collar Symphony feat. Bryan Quinby & Chris James (8/17/26)
The episode opens with a discussion on the deteriorating conditions of the USS Lincoln, mocking the White House's dismissal of sailors' complaints…