As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from March 2020. "Join Melissa, Caitlin and Ava in a roundup of the latest Star Wars trilogy, which concluded in December 2019."…

As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from January 2020. "This month we’re doing something a little different. Instead of an extra episode or a collection of bloopers, we’re giving you the ta…

As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from December 2019. "Enjoy a round-up of another batch of 2019 bloopers and outtakes!"

As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from November 2019.

As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from October 2019. "Listen to two-thirds of Team Cowplant (Vaniti and Ava) join forces with Julia to dredge up some scary CC and review Spooky Stuff for …

As we wind down the podcast, we are releasing special bonus episodes from the Patreon vault. These episodes may or may not be Sims-related, but they are definitely a lot of fun! Today's episode is from September 2019. "Join Social Llama (aka Roxy and Caitlin from Team Llama and Melissa of Social Bunny) on an in-depth look at this special object in …

Pod's out for summer! But before we go on our summer break, we need to catch you up on some last-minute Sims news! Alley, Caitlin, and Jess are going to break down all the new packs, the latest roadmap, and what's up with all the Sims competitors. Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of…

What would your baking skill level be in the Sims? Caitlin, Ava, and Jen discuss theirs while baking some delicious results picked by our patrons! Learn some great cooking tips and hear how our experiences went while making them. Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The …

It's a bite size episode for a bite size group of kits! Jen and Jess cover the Grunge Revival, Castle Estate, and Goth Galore kits as your native alternative style girlies. Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-u…

The Sims 4 has changed a lot since we first talked about the 100 Baby Challenge (Ep 008: Line 'em up for Baby-Making), so we thought it was time to provide an updated guide! Caitlin and Jess are going to give you a quick history of the challenge, discuss the packs that will either help or hinder your baby-making spree, and provide invaluable tips a…

And now... the thrilling conclusion to this year's Maxis Madness Pack-a-palooza! Alley, Jen, Jess, and Vaniti are back to work through the Cowplant Conference, then crown an overall winner for the podcast's bracket. Will we survive this episode? Will we pick the same packs as the listener vote? Will anyone be quitting the team? Will Ava be disappoi…

Maxis Madness is back, baby! This year is Pack-a-palooza, covering all stuff, game, and expansion packs in Sims 4. Alley, Jen, Jess and Vaniti give their thoughts and opinions and see what makes it to the final seed for part 1. Part 2 coming in 2 weeks! Make sure you are keeping up over on Instagram to vote for the listener brackets! Welcome to Und…

Surprise! We are on top of it and Jen, Jess, and Vaniti are here to give you our low-sodium review of Crystal Creations Stuff Pack, mere seconds* after its release! Does it all work? Is it everything high school us wanted in life and in game? Is Vaniti still salty about the horses and not being an infomercial actress? Listen in to find out! *more l…

The Social Bunny Crew (Caitlin and Jess), joined by special guest Nardvillain, have collected enough news nuggets to present them to you! We're covering everything from the start of the year -- from a new roadmap with new kits and packs to spilled tea about SimGurus, Paralives, and Life by You! So, charge your crystals and get ready for another edi…

Alley and Jen cover the Relationship and Pregnancy Overhaul Mod by Lumpinou. We do love our realistic mods! Please be advised that as of the time of posting, there is a known issue of malware in mods, please see below link or in the beginning of the episode on how to prevent and resolve this. Also trigger warning for mention of pregnancy loss and a…

Calling all enterprising slumlords! Ava and Julia are breaking in and snooping around for all the info on the latest Sims 4 expansion pack, For Rent! They'll tell you the good (the build buy items) and the bad (everything else) about the new pack! As always, make sure you have plenty of water on hand... It's going to get salty! #MushroomsForJulia #…

Happy New Year! It's 2024! Ava and Caitlin are here from the past to talk about an expansion pack from even farther in the past... The Sims 2: Apartment Life! Listen in as they talk about the wonders of capitalism, noisy neighbors, the benefits and consequences of your reputation, and... Did anyone actually expect witches in this pack??? Welcome to…

Welcome to Under The Tadpole...wait a minute... Join Ava, Caitlin and Julia as they go over the Astarion Dating Simulator, known as Baldur's Gate 3. Spoilers for Baldur's Gate 3, Vox Machina, and Dragon Age 3. Let us know your thoughts and anything else over on our socials or on our website! Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about…

It's time for another episode of Social Bunny News! Caitlin and Jess are here to get you up to date on all the goings-on in the Sims world! And get your Sims ready: Caitlin sits down with PacificCreative and TheAwfulGaymer to discuss their brand new project--Sims Legacy Hub! Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things relat…

Yee-haw! Howdy, pardners! It's time for one of the most requested and anticipated episodes we've ever had: our long-awaited Horse Ranch review by Vaniti, herself! Join Jen and Vaniti as they give an overview of the pack, as well as their honest opinions. Is it everything we've been hoping for? Are we able to finally live out our horse girl fantasie…

We've got an AWFULLY good episode for you as Jen and Jess got to chat and get to know TheAwfulGaymer! We're asking him the hard-hitting questions about everything from essential Sims packs to essential Taylor Swift songs. Grab a cup of coffee and get ready for our own cozy chaos! Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things …

We just had a pretty big birthday, recently, and to celebrate FIVE YEARS of Under the Plumbob, Jen and Vaniti are here to take a little walk down memory lane. We reminisce about everything from the start of the podcast to our favorite episodes to where we see ourselves in another five years. Break out the party hats and grab a slice of cake! It's t…

We have royalty in the house as Jess sits down with our own Build Queen, Julia, as well as the Build King, KevTheBuilder, to discuss the Holy Grail of Sims 4 building: TwistedMexi's T.O.O.L mod! We'll tell you how to use the mod, plus our own tips and tricks to (literally) elevate your building game! Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podc…

Caitlin and Ava are here at our first social bunny after break! Join us as we break down the Sims summit and our thoughts on Project Rene and the upcoming stuff pack, Home Chef Hustle. Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking abou…

We're back after a beautiful break! Vaniti, Ava, and Alley are here to give our views on the latest pack, Growing Together. Listen in as they talk about babies, toddlers, and Kato-we mean- Kyle Kyleson. Also, when will the elders just bless the damn box? Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis se…

Alley, Jen and Vaniti are back at it again with Part 2 of reviewing ADeepIndigo's mods! Please keep in mind all mods are subject to change/make updates, so things may be added/removed that were discussed here today. Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid…

Jess and Mars discuss the Not So Berry Challenge, put together by LilSimsee and Alwaysimming. Join us in listening to them go through their experiences with the challenge and some fun tips and tricks when you do it yourself! Let us know on our socials or shoot us an email with your experience with this challenge if you'd tried it out yourself! Welc…

Infant updates, Life By You, and Discord shut downs?? You are not gonna want to miss the latest news and gossip with social bunny babes Jess and Caitlin! Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-up ones. Join us wee…

Grab a sandwich and get comfy... Alley, Jess, and Vaniti are back to finish out their bracket for Maxis Madness 2023 in this extra special bonus episode! Which household will come out on top and what reasons and backstories will we create for them? Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series o…

Just a couple of gals being pals in 2023's start to Maxis Madness! Join Alley, Jess and Vaniti as they rank sim families against each other in the ultimate game of survival! Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking about our made-…

Alley, Jen and Vaniti discuss a few of ADeepIndigo's family and health care mods following the announcement of Growing Together, specifically the Custom Nuptials, Delinquent Teens, Dental Care, Dynamic Teen, and Education Overhaul. We will be following up sometime soon with a part 2 to talk about even more of ADeepIndigo's amazing mods! Please keep…

A huge shout out to sahm_and_bean for creating this challenge! Check out the lot Ava and Caitlin discussed on the episode by searching on the gallery, Lot title: Inherited Manor Challenge, Gallery ID: sahmandbean https://sahmandbean.tumblr.com/post/667159350795730945/inherited-manor-challenge-a-new-gameplay https://www.reddit.com/r/Sims4/comments/q…

Mars is back, y'all! Join us for a relaxed fit episode as Ava and Vaniti catch up with her about life and Sims news since we last heard from her. We missed you and we're glad you're back! Welcome to Under the Plumbob Podcast -- the podcast about all things related to the EA-Maxis series of games called The Sims! We avoid the real world by talking a…

Caitlin, Jess, and special guest Techn0babble are here with the deluge of Sims News that hit after the New Year!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Ava and Jess are here to talk about the most essential mods for your Sims 3 gameplay: Nraas Industries' MasterController, Overwatch, and StoryProgression!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

While we're on holiday, our Top Hat Money Patrons are sharing this exclusive bonus episode with you. Please enjoy Jen, Julia, and Vaniti talking about Twilight!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Jen and Jess bring you a new and updated version of the holidays throughout the whole Sims franchise!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Have you ever wondered what the Sims games could have looked like? Caitlin and Ava are here to tell you in today's episodes of each Sims series in their Beta modes.Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Alley, Jess, and Julia bring you the long and storied history of the SimCity franchise, with a few tunes thrown in.Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Caitlin and Jess are here with a Social Bunny News update where the big news is the Behind the Sims Summit and Project Rene/Sims 5!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Ava and Jen are getting into the Halloween spirit by telling you all about witches in The Sims. Please, no one invite Anjelica Huston or Anne Hathaway.Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Join Alley, Caitlin and Julia as they discuss the newest High School Years pack and everything you can do in the game!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Join us as we welcome two beautiful guests to discuss their amazing works on Youtube as well as elsewhere. We sit down with Stassi J from the Stassi J Unplugged podcast as well as including an interview with WhinyBrit from Youtube!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Awoooo! Get ready for a howling good time with Ava and Vaniti as they cover werwolves in The Sims!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Alley, Caitlin and Jess discuss the most recent Sims news, including all the cool new features of the most recent patch, the unfortunate bugs that came with it, the wild world of the modding community, and the importance of taking breaks.Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Party all night with Ava and Caitlin as they tell you all about Sims 2: Nightlife!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Alley, Jen and Jess discuss the history of LGBTQIA Pride in the Sims. EA has always made the Sims a good source of representation for the community and we discuss it in this amazing episode!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Caitlin and Jess are back with a quick Social Bunny recap of the news that happened over the last couple months!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Alley--err... Ava and Jess talk about all the ambitious things you can do in The Sims 3: Ambitions!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast

Break out the brackets! Maxis Madness is back for another year, and Alley, Jen, and Jess are here to rank 64 townies across The Sims franchise!Von Under the Plumbob Podcast