Mission Rejected

A chess grand master’s daughter has been kidnapped by a rogue AI…and special Agent Chet Phillips is missing. Written by John Dowgin Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini-McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Astrid Bob Killion as Gunnstein Hedquist and Security Guy Guest Starring John Dowgin as the Bad Mime Pete Barry as Kyle Eric Perry as Whitmire Dave Serfass as A.L.P.H.A Alicia Harabin as Karolina Omarev Rebecca Serfass as Bambi and Kandi J. Michael DeAngelis as Bryce Pete Barry as Kristatos O’Brien David S. Dear as Terry Millionaire Music by Pete Barry Sound editing and mixing by John Dowgin A complete transcript of this episode is available here. Created and Produced by Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis & John Dowgin Associate producer: Paige Klaniecki For a complete list of credits, please see the episode's web page.

A case from the past may reveal unpleasant truths about the present…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is playing one potato, two potato. Written and Directed by Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as the Mission Voice Also starring Ashley Banks as Athena O'Brien Jill Ivey as Lex Hammond and Bob Killion as Security Guy and Archie Grant Guest starring David S. Dear as Terry Millionaire Donna Barry as Old Friday Saturday Rebecca Serfass as Sydney Sloane Shannon Perry as Dr. Hermonie Pickle Dave Serfass as J.J. Prescott Jean Barry as Quinn Corrino Pete Barry as Kristatos O'Brien and the Cockatoo Megan Edelman as Agent Anastasia Ray Barry as Old Scraps Christopher S. Fox as Dr. Plymouth John Dowgin as Jefferson J. Michael DeAngelis as the Parrot and Sarah Rhea Werner as Pat Music, sound editing, and mixing by Pete Barry A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Created and Produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki For a complete list of credits, please visit the episode's webpage.

A dangerous prisoner needs to be escorted across country, a mysterious package needs to be delivered overseas…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is wandering the halls. Written by Paige Klaniecki Directed by Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini-McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcreif Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Finley and Bob Killion as Security Guy and Guy St. LeFevre Guest Starring John Dowgin as Dr. Biff Studebaker, Bartender, and Rowdy Fan Pete Barry as the Bystander, Rowdy Fan, and Raider Dave Serfass as Rockfist J. Michael DeAngelis as the Envoy, TSA Agent, and Train Bartender David S. Dear as Terry Millionaire Music by Pete Barry Sound editing and mixing by John Dowgin A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Created and produced by Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis & John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki For a complete list of credits and full sound effect attributions, please visit the episode webpage.

A ruthless real estate mogul is trying to buy up environmentally protected land…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is moving into a new apartment. Written by Bob Killion and Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jillian Ivey as Newscaster Connie and Computer Voice Bob Killion as Jambo, Security Guy, and The Admiral Guest Starring Ana Kalet as Leeta Jones Pete Barry as Sergei Mark Kalet as Cash Macdonald Kristen Norine as Dr. Hypatia Wiles John Dowgin as Dr. Biff Studebaker Eric Perry as Whitmire J. Michael DeAngelis as Wallace and Larry Hastings Caden Dowgin as Timmy “Two Bit” Thompson Shannon Perry as Dr. Hermione Pickle David S. Dear as Terry Millionaire Music by Pete Barry “You’ve Just Got to Be” Written and performed by Bob Killion Produced by Daniel Killion Additional vocals by Monica Fischer Mixing and mastering by Jeremy Smith Sound editing and mixing by John Dowgin A complete transcript of this episode is available here. Created and Produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate producer: Paige Klaniecki For a complete list of credits, visit the episode's web page.

Every EMF agent has been taken off duty…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is doing trigonometry. Written and Directed by Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien and Chloe Jill Ivey as Alice Bob Killion as Ziggy and Security Guy Guest Starring Kristen Norine as Dr. Hypatia Wiles John Dowgin as Dr. Biff Studebaker Brian T. Sherman as Uncle Riley JoEllen Notte as Tilly Jenelle Tonto as Mrs. Grey Pete Barry as Orlando Music, sound editing, and mixing by Pete Barry A complete transcript of this episode is available here. Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki For a complete list of credits, please see the episode's webpage.

An unstable animal geneticist may be conducting dangerous experiments at his private zoo…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is chasing down tacos. Written by Paige Klaniecki Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Frida and Bob Killion as Herschel Guest Starring Pete Barry as Squeaky Voice Cashier John Dowgin as Hungry Customer J. Michael DeAngelis as Leroy Quattlebaum Music by Pete Barry Sound editing and mixing by John Dowgin A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Post credits trailer: Moose on a Highway Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki See our website for a full list of credits.

An ambitious general may be plotting a coup d'état…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is singing showtunes. Written and Directed by John P. Dowgin Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini-McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Kiki St. Claire Bob Killion as General Degoutant and Security Guy Guest Starring John Dowgin as Dr. Biff Studebaker Pete Barry as the App Voice J. Michael DeAngelis as Lookout Dave Serfass as Pierre David S. Dear as Terry Millionaire Music by Pete Barry Sound editing and mixing by John Dowgin A complete transcript is available here. Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki Post-credits trailer: Madison On The Air For a complete list of credits, visit the episode's webpage.

An autonomous delivery truck has been programmed to deliver a rogue nuclear weapon…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is refilling waters. Written by Pete Barry Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini-McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcreif Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovack Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Sister Prudence and Alexa and Bob Killion as Amazon Driver Guest Starring Brandon Wentz as Dr. Harold Snodgrass Rebecca Serfass as Lucky Lessmacher Bonnie Brantley as Arcadia Shannon Perry as Dr. Hermione Pickle Helena Betancourt as Sister Quiteria Kyle Jones as Highway Patrol Officer Music, sound editing and mixing by Pete Barry A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate producer: Paige Klaniecki Please see our website for a complete list of credits. Please consider supporting Neighborhood House Minnesota and the Mutual Aid network. Post-credits trailer: This House Will Devour You

An Old West dude ranch tourist attraction run by Stuart Gilligan is threatened by a sinister real estate developer…and Special Agent Chet Phillips is waxing the floor. Written & Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillps and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Annie Dopley and Alice the Waitress and Bob Killion as White Willy Guest Starring Dave Serfass as Old Sweepy Kristen Norine as Dr. Wiles Rebecca Serfass as Calamity Mary Jane Rachel Song as Spliff Foot Sue John Dowgin as Goggins Josh Schwartz as Stuart Gilligan Pete Barry as Kyle J. Michael DeAngelis as Bryce Music, sound mixing and editing by Pete Barry “Red River Valley”, traditional, arranged by Pete Barry, special lyrics by J. Michael DeAngelis “The Entertainer”, by Scott Joplin, arranged by Pete Barry A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Post-credits trailer: Personal Demon Created and Produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John P. Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki See the episode webpage for a complete list of credits.

Skip Granger is on trial for murder…and Ex-President Chet Phillips is one of his victims. Written by Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis & John Dowgin & Paige Klaniecki Story by Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis & Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpakaya as Mini-McGrath Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Jill Ivey as Senator Karen Sanford-Bipps and Bob Killion as The Tech Bro Guest Starring Shannon Perry as Dr. Hermione Pickle John Dowgin as Dr. Biff Studebaker Rebecca Serfass as Secretary of the Interior Eric Perry as Whitmire Nguyen Mai as Vietnamese Fish Seller Phuong Nhi as Vietnamese Fish Seller Hoang Trong Nam as Vietnamese Fish Seller J. Michael DeAngelis as Tech VP and NSA Advisor Dave Serfass as Chief of Staff Pete Barry as First Mate Barry Dustin Miller as Captain Twede Brendan Kennedy as Play-by-Play Announcer Eli Katz as Olivia and special guest star Jim Iorio as O.G. A complete transcript of this episode is available here. Music by Pete Barry Sound mixing and editing by John Dowgin Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki Post-credits trailer: The Adventures of the Fox in the Fedora For a complete list of credits, please visit the episode's webpage.

This week, Coco, Red Sona and Matt welcome legendarily fearless racer Mario Capretti to discuss what cars are, the benefits of greasing up your body, why Brad Pitt is our mortal enemy, and, of course, goats. Improvising are: J. Michael DeAngelis as Matt "Girlyman" and Mario Capretti Bob Killion as Coco the Barbarian and Ashley Banks as Red Sona Created, Produced & Edited by J. Michael DeAngelis Music & Sound Effects by Pete Barry Executive Producers Pete Barry, John Dowgin, Paige Klaniecki This content is purely a parody and should be viewed as such. It is not affiliated with, nor does it represent the views or opinions of the original creators, real persons, or any affiliated parties.

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" Bob Killion as Coco the Barbarian and Ashley Banks as Red Sona and Athena O'Brien Produced & Edited by J. Michael DeAngelis Music & Sound Effects by Pete Barry Executive Producers Pete Barry, John Dowgin, Paige Klaniecki This content is purely a parody and should be viewed as such. It is not affiliated with, nor does it represent the views or opinions of the original creators, real persons, or any affiliated parties.

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. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowign as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O'Brien Jill Ivey as Connie St. Stevens and Mrs. DiNunzio and Bob Killion as The Admiral, Jambo, Steve Connors, and Security Guy Guest Starring J. Michael DeAngelis as NSA Advisor and Larry Hastings Dave Serfass as Chip Esterhouse Pete Barry as Cory Champlain and Kristatos O'Brien Rebecca Serfass as June Squibb John Dowgin as Dr. Biff Studebaker and Jake Walsh and Caden Dowgin as Cooper Sharpe Music and Effects Written and Performed by Pete Barry A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Created and Produced by J. Michael DeAngelis, Pete Barry, John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki Special thanks to Eric Bressler and Justin Roman at PhilaMoCA. All sound effects created by Pete Barry, except Sci-Fi Office by Stuart Kilbride (Red Sky Lullaby) used under license .

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 celebrities as possible candidates to join the franchise. Today's guest, legendary understudy Larry Hastings, Bass-Baritone. Created & Produced by J. Michael DeAngelis Improvising are: Bob Killion as Coco the Barbarian and Gary Ashley Banks as Red Sona J. Michael DeAngelis as Larry Hastings and Matt Girly and special guest Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Music by Pete Barry Edited by J. Michael DeAngelis Executive Producers Pete Barry, John Dowgin, Paige Klaniecki Don't forget that tickets are now on sale for the Mission: Rejected live show in Philadelphia on August 2nd! Get yours now! https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/85371633/ This content is purely a parody and should be viewed as such. It is not affiliated with, nor does it represent the views or opinions of the original creators, real persons, or any affiliated parties. See our website for a full list of credits.

For our season five behind-the-scenes episode, the cast and crew of Mission: Rejected answer questions submitted by fans from all over the world! From what the actors think their characters look like to deep dives into how we mix the show, it's a soup-to-nuts look at everything that goes into making the show! Answering your questions are: J. Michael DeAngelis, Pete Barry, John Dowgin, Dave Stanger, Paige Klaniecki, Faith Dowgin, Bob Killion, Nazli Sarpkaya, and Chris Klaniecki Patreon members heard a longer, completely uncut version of this episode! Join today for more behind-the-scenes insights, bonus audios, and much more! Produced and Edited by J. Michael DeAngelis Music and sound effects by Pete Barry" Mission: Rejected" created and produced by Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis & John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki

You'll find "happy hearts and smiling faces" as Mission: Rejected takes over What Did We Just Watch? - The Movie Trivia Quiz Show Podcast to discuss and dissect the 1981 musical Shock Treatment. Once upon a time, there lived a real fast guy. His life was fast. His friends were fast. Heh - even his podcast was fast. We have covered a lot of types of movies on this show, but this is our first cult-classic spiritual sequel of a cult-classic. Our panel ticks through the wild and wacky cast, tries to recall some of the strange and specific lyrics from the original songs, and decides where this fits in the Rocky Horror cinematic universe. Head on over to Denton, and we'll save you a seat in the studio. Guest Host: J. Michael DeAngelis Players: Pete Barry, Bob Killion, and Chris Klaniecki If you want to hear the entire episode, listen and to subscribe to WDWJW! If you love cult movies, you’ll love What Did We Just Watch? The Admiral himself, Bob Killion, is a regular panelist and co-host, and many members of the Mission: Rejected family have guested, including Chris, Paige, Jill, Faith, John, Shannon, Pete, and Michael.

New Atlantis is about to rise from the depths of the ocean…and President Chet Phillips is in a cabinet meeting. Written by Pete Barry & J. Michael DeAngelis & John Dowgin & Paige Klaniecki Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis & Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini-McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovack Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Midge and Bob Killion as The Admiral Guest Starring J. Michael DeAngelis as NSA Advisor Rebecca Serfass as Secretary of the Interior John Dowgin as Dr. Biff Studebaker David S. Dear as Terry Millionaire Pete Barry as Kristatos O’Brien and special guest star Jim Iorio as O.G. A complete transcript of this episode is available here. Music by Pete Barry Sound mixing and editing by John Dowgin Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki For a complete list of credits, please visit our website.

Section Chief Zelda Anders is being visited by three ghosts…and President Chet Phillips is putting up the Christmas tree. CONTENT NOTE: We know the holidays aren't always happy. This episode contains depictions of family strife at Christmas, including abandonment and the rejection of sexual identity. But it also contains JOY. So much joy. We hope you'll enjoy it. Written and Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath and Mini McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Western Union Woman, Siri, and Lex Hammond and Bob Killion as Security Guy, Thrash Anders, and The Admiral Guest Starring Dave Serfass as J.J. Prescott Emily DeAngelis as Young Zelda Pete Barry as Buddy Wig and Kristatos O’Brien J. Michael DeAngelis as Larry Hastings David S. Dear as Caterer S. Dear Eric Perry as Secretary Whitmire John Dowgin as Dr Biff Studebaker Kristen Norine as Dr. Hypatia Wiles Shannon Perry as Dr. Hermione Pickle Caden Dowgin as Timmy “Two Bit” Thompson with Sarah Rhea Werner as Pat and special guest star Jim Iorio as O.G. A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Music, sound editing, and mixing by Pete Barry Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin For a complete list of credits, please visit this episode's webpage.

An exhibit at the International Spy Museum could expose a decades-old mystery...and President Chet Phillips is taking a tour. Written by John Dowgin Directed by J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovack Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as the Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O'Brien Jill Ivey as Midge and Stella and Bob Killion as Carlton the Attendant Guest Starring Benn Iffring as White House Tour Guide Rebecca Serfass as Tourist 1 Dave Serfass as Tourist 2 Remy Stevens as Dancer Roberta Steve as Edna Pete Barry as Kyle J. Michael DeAngelis as Bryce Tage Das as Museum Goon John Dowgin as Museum Thug and Dr. Middleditch A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Music by Pete Barry Sound editing and mixing by John Dowgin Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki For a complete list of credits, visit the episode's webpage.

A South Dakota corn maze sits atop a dangerous government secret…and President Chet Phillips is apartment hunting. Written and Directed by Pete Barry Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki as Gloria Kovak Faith Dowgin as Section Chief Zelda Anders with Kirk White as Chet Phillips and Katerina McGrath as The Mission Voice Also Starring Ashley Banks as Athena O’Brien Jill Ivey as Farmstand Worker and Computer and Bob Killion as Security Guy and The Admiral Guest Starring James Garde as Oz Powers Marnie Warner as Fran Nelson John Dowgin as Douglas Henson Anne Coleman as Anna Nivin Kristen Norine as Dr. Wiles Caden Dowgin as Timmy “Two Bit” Thompson Rhys Lawton as Case Delilah Tahiri as Shadow Donna Barry as The Old Section Chief David S. Dear as Terry Millionaire Pete Barry as Kristatos O’Brien Music, sound editing, and mixing by Pete Barry A complete transcript of this episode can be found here. Created and produced by Pete Barry, J. Michael DeAngelis, and John Dowgin Associate Producer: Paige Klaniecki For a complete list of credits, visit this episode's website.