Hello, Carol: The Ultimate 'Plur1bus' Podcast

"LA CHICA O EL MUNDO" - PT01 - OH, CAROL! YOUR MANOUSOS IS HERE!
Before we do anything, do you remember the Peruvian girl from the second episode? Her name was Kusimayu. She's from Peru and was really bummed she did NOT become a member of the hive. In the open of this episode, her bespoke virus is ready. We jump ahead a few days to see it arrive in her village. She takes a whiff, shakes a bit, and voila, she is in the hive. Once she's joined, the members of her village abandon the place. She even lets the goats and livestock go.

Over in the ABQ around eleven days earlier, Manousos is about to arrive. Carol and Zosia are tracking his progress from an overhead shot on Carol's TV.

He arrives...things are tense...they talk out in the field...then Carol decides she's tired. It's more than that...it's ALWAYS more than that, isn't it?? But that gets you started before you hit 'play' on Part One of the SEASON FINALE of Pluribus!!

Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!!

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Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod

Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free. 

All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare.
"Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder. 

Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com.

Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

"CHARM OFFENSIVE" - PT02 - REALITY DATING AT ITS FINEST!!
Carol and Zosia continue their whirlwind romance around the ABQ. We're off to play some croquet...or how about a couple's massage...maybe even a night of stargazing?? Reality TV show producers could not come up with more unique or TV-friendly activities if they tried. The hive has even recreated the diner where Carol wrote her first Wycaro title. That's quite a feat considering it burned down maybe 20 years ago. They were also able to find the original waitress who had made Carol feel so welcome as she was chugging free coffee and scratching things out on legal pads.

There's even a super-steamy, wow-they-finally-did-it kiss!! Stursia is happening. Zosia shares some childhood memories that are decidedly 'pre-Hive'.

And, of course, we check in with Manousos as he continues to make his way to the ABQ. It's all coming together for the big Finale in the next episode. 

Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!!

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Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod

Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free. 

All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare.
"Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder. 

Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com.

Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

"CHARM OFFENSIVE" - PT01 - THE GANG IS BACK IN THE ABQ!!
After a biblical stint of 36 days alone in the desert, Carol gave up and gave in. She painted a huge "come back" in the middle of the cul-de-sac. Within minutes, she was clutching Zosia in a tearful embrace. Jets are streaming through the sky towards the Sunport. All will be back to a hive mind level of normal in just a couple of hours. 

Carol isn't sure how to act around people. She mixes up some room temperature pink Lemonade and tries to make small talk about fine art and wild animals. She is nervous and tongue-tied but obviously relieved to be around people, even if they are weirdos. Zosia...and the hive...is just glad to be back with Carol. 

We're going to tour the hive mind's sleeping quarters and hike the mountains out around town. It's like if a first date were organized by a Reality TV dating show. 

We're also going to check in on Manousos. What happened to him after being extricated from the Darien Gap? We'll catch up with him in Panama. He made it through the gap!! He's a bit worse for wear...but he manages to nab himself an ambulance for the northern leg of his trip to New Mexico. 

Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!!

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Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod

Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free. 

All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare.
"Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder. 

Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com.

Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

"THE GAP" - PT02 - FROM THE JUNGLES TO THE ROOFTOPS!!
[NOTE: Due to some equipment issues, you may encounter static or spikes that sound like clipping at various points in this program. New gear is on the way! Rather than wait, I decided this one was acceptable. Hopefully it's not too bad for this one and the problem will be corrected by the equipment upgrade.]

In the second part of this somewhat unloved episode, we catch up to Manousos. We follow him as he makes his way from Paraguay all the way to the Darien Gap!

What's the Darien Gap? It's one of the most dangerous stretches of jungle anywhere in the world. It breaks up the Pan-American Highway right at the point where North America connects to South America. 

We're going to follow Manousos for a LONG time on his journey through South America. He's REALLY touring the Canary Islands, but we're supposed to THINK it's South America. We see him at the entrance to the Gap...and beyond. He makes his way through dense forest. Finally, he comes face to face with the dreaded Chunga Palm. Turns out, its spiny black needles can get you no matter how careful you are.

After Manousos is air-lifted against his will, we make a major time jump. Carol has been alone and going a bit crazy for 36 days in Albuquerque. She's attempting to keep herself sane with a bit of Urban Golf. It's not working so well. When her fireworks display almost becomes suicidal, Carol makes a major decision.

Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!!

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Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod

Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free. 

All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare.
"Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder. 

Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com.

Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.

"THE GAP" - PT01 - AN EPIC JOURNEY BEGINS...BUT FIRST, LET'S PARTY WITH CAROL!
In this unloved episode, it's time to launch Manousos on his journey from Paraguay to Albuquerque. But, before we do that, it's time to hang with Carol for a day out!

First, a little golf at the ABQ Country Club. The wildlife is taking the place over, but you can still play for the time being. Carol's going to nab a new ride while there. Then it's off to the Jemez Hot Springs. Carol relaxes in a mineral bath while belting out a Nelly tune. After that, the Hive has prepared an incredible dinner at the Level Five restaurant located at Albuquerque's Chaco Hotel. 

After all of this fun, we check in on Manousos in Paraguay. He's on the journey we saw him start at the end of the last episode. We aren't going to get to him this time around, but we will be following his progress in the next podcast episode. 

Make sure you're subscribed in your favorite podcast player. Be looking for a new episode of "Hello, Carol" every Thursday!!

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Become an Individual on Patreon: For only $5/mo. you will be supporting the podcast and getting ad-free podcast previews plus show and podcast info. Help me supplement my retirement income!! Thanks!! -Allen Go directly to our page: patreon.com/HelloCarolPod

Looking for the excerpt of "Bloodsong"? You'll need to open the app 'Apple Books' on a device (if you have an iPhone it's already loaded). Search for "Bloodsong of Wycaro". The sample chapter is free. 

All Contents ©Copyright 2025-26 by Allen Stare.
"Hello Carol" is written, produced and hosted by the individual known as Allen Stare. 'Hello, Carol" is a television review podcast. All of the names, characters, logos and music associated with "Hello, Carol" are the property of Apple TV, Sony Pictures Television, Highbridge Entertainment and Bristol Circle Entertainment or their respective copyright holders. All original content is the property of the copyright holder. No portion of this recording may be rebroadcast without the express consent of the copyright holder. 

Contact the "Hello, Carol" podcast using the e-mail HelloCarolPod@gmail.com.

Make sure to leave a 5-star rating and review for "Hello, Carol" at Apple Podcasts.