The Co-Optional Podcast Animated: COLUMBO'S GRUDGE

[@cynicalbrit]

Julian (creator of Co-Optional Podcast Animated) has asked me what to do about continuing to animate podcast episodes that feature my husband, John "TotalBiscuit" Bain. While some of you might find it in poor taste, I've told him to please carry on with including him in future episodes. I have no doubts that many of you are going through your own grieving process, as am I. I am simply trying to keep the parts of John alive that we've been left with... a very large catalog of audio material. Hopefully, Julian will be able to provide us with more episodes featuring John and I'd like to ask that if you are upset by that, please use the comment section here to make your feelings known. I really do not want to see anyone blaming or attacking Julian for continuing his work. Thank you. - Genna Bain

[@Chrinik]

Go right ahead... no complaints here.

[@VoXeR91]

Absolutely love these, tell him to never stop as long as there are ideas/good moments to animate!

[@EvilDMMk3]

GNU TotalBiscuit

[@andrewdunn8259]

I been watching the old podcast since TB passed away, so far I'm up to episode 89 and listening to the gang there's load of animated video that could be made. TB was right about so many games almost like he came from the future.

[@Bheretus]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU, just hearing his voice...

[@EliminatorPerformance]

Through the power of the internet, he'll live on forever.

[@krzyszwojciech]

404 likes. How poetic.

[@Spalovac]

GNU TB

[@Nuvizzle]

boutta cry rn

[@TheAndroidlegsforall]

Coming at you... immortalized... through the power of the internet! John is the man who single-handedly reintroduced me to my love of video games. the internet will not feel the same without the beautiful cynical Brit! ( and I know that boogie2988 won't mind us commandeering part of his intro just this once)

[@Wolfoso]

As Pratchett wrote, "A man is not dead while his name is still spoken."

[@HombreQuemado]

It's both saddening, and comforting to hear TB's voice again with the rest of the cast. Rest in peace TB

[@crystaljewel8906]

I haven't heard the news yet, but what happened to TB?

[@evrenduruk]

Crystal Jewel he lost his battle with cancer, about a month ago actually.. rip

[@CastleToastM]

Go back and listen to the memorial podcast

[@Peter-iw3ob]

Crystal Jewel he passed away from cancer

[@satansgayniece6246]

Whoa, I just saw you in another comment section. Small internet.

[@kichan]

Thanks for turning the comments on, Genna! And I hope there is lots of podcast for these to continue for years to come.

[@cynicalbrit]

You're welcome. Glad everyone seems to be enjoying the comments section thus far.

[@Barsee23]

and she reads them :D

[@SuddenReal]

Time to practice on my ASCII penises.

[@El_Chompo]

Back when TB turned off comments, they really were terrible. KZbin has come a long way. The comment sections are much better these days TB just never realized that they sort of got fixed. Nice to have them back.

[@TheAngrySaxon1]

I think TB had good reason to switch them off at the time, and I think he needed it for his own sanity. It's very easy to take every nasty comment on board, and then feel the need to respond, which is exactly what those people wanted. I'm sure some of them will try it again, which just goes to show how pathetic and unfulfilling their lives must be! So thank you Genna, I just hope people don't abuse your kind gesture.

[@Jckfrbn]

Life keeps going, legends live forever

[@Arthera0]

Alyanna Diaz, legend all the same. I feel like this is just scraping the barrel to find a mistake someone made just cause. Learn to look into a mirror and reflect on your own mistakes before shitting on someone. I hope that in time you grow to be a nicer person. have a great day.

[@shredium]

'But before you come to any conclusions Try walking in my shoes Try walking in my shoes You'll stumble in my footsteps'

[@Whatareyouareyou]

If TB is what constitutes a 'legend' nowadays we are truly fucked

[@Chrinik]

Suddenly all the TB haters come out of the woodwork to piss on everyones parade, now that he isn't around anymore

[@Whatareyouareyou]

What if we knew him from back when he posted on rps and pissed on his cornflakes then as well? Others have done a lot more for people than tb but have been ripped on in death according to how much of a massive fucking cunt they were in real life, why is tb exempt from this and must only be praised and held up as a legend among men? Arthera saying what they did in reply to Alyanna when gamers have been up in arms about someone making a mistake and posting on twitter how they feel about tb pretty much sums up the situation.

[@DycuswasHere]

Welp, this is bittersweet

[@euoplo1007]

Oh how true these words are, whem i was watching this video tears ran down my cheeks hell they do even now... i miss him.

[@Fungus8mycrab]

Farewell you lovable, cynical bastard. We will forever miss you :(

[@byazura9824]

What happened?

[@LordSkeleton17]

“No one is actually dead until the ripples they cause in the world die away..." - Terry Pratchett

[@cynicalbrit]

Too true. Rhianna Pratchett actually DM'd me that exact quote when she learned of John's passing. It made me feel a tad better in that moment. It's all bittersweet I'm sorry to say. -Genna

[@BaronVonHardcharger]

All I could think of the whole time was the Clacks, and living on in the lamplights... Much love....

[@flabbergasterisk]

Man, out of all the wonderful comments in this thread this is the one that best summed up what I've been thinking since he passed. I couldn't have adequately even put it into words before.

[@AraneaPatiens]

That was refreshing. Thanks, Genna and crew. It kinda cuts through the feeling of loss with a reminder of all the good things that we have to remember. I sure hope you'll take some time for yourself to take care of yourself.

[@Squirrelbslayer]

I miss TB. I think I'm going to for a long time.

[@Nel_Annette]

I had to remind myself a few times this E3 why I hadn't heard his opinions on anything yet. Think I'm going to have to keep reminding myself that for years to come.

[@jasminvomwalde7497]

Same here.

[@Whiterose4life1]

It feels so strange hearing his voice now that he's gone.

[@otakon17]

Luke Fielder I think we all are. But this kinda stuff means folks will never forget him.

[@TheAngrySaxon1]

I think we'll miss him forever more. TB was a unique character, and the videos he made have - for some of us - been a large part of our lives. I started watching when he was totally unknown, and have been here ever since. I may not have known him personally, but it's still a loss, however you look at it.

[@grumplebeeabee7812]

I first discovered Totalbiscuit during the WoW radio days. Over the years he taught me to be a better, and more discerning consumer. Very few gamers can leave the kind of positive legacy he has. Stuff like this is such a great demonstration. Represents a lot of what I would want out of life. Making jokes about old television shows with my friends, and not only getting paid for it, but getting cartoons made of it. He lived the dream, taught us all, and left too soon.

[@Brownwolf502]

RIP T.B

[@TheArtfulNarrator]

I am so glad that Jesse, Dodger, and the gang are still making the Co-Optional Podcast and also employing the artist to create these wonderful animations. I love TB so much and really miss him, but it is beautiful to see that his legacy lives on, bringing people a mix of wisdom and also a welcome chance to smile. : )

[@Chrinik]

When there wasn't a podcast last time I was immediately shocked, thinking they may have abandoned it...but everyone just couldn't convene and jesse was sick.

[@Outfrost]

Remember that Genna does a lot of the work around the podcast ;)

[@TheArtfulNarrator]

Your absolutely right! I am so sorry Genna, I don't know what I was thinking. I can't imagine how hard this has all been. It was always such a joy listening to you and TB bantering while playing games on your channel. Thank you so much for sharing these moments with us and keeping his channel going. I hope we get to see you in the post cast now and then. Here's wishing you lots of love and support from family friends and fans. * hugs *

[@PeterRockstead]

Bless.

[@bluestormpony]

i thought "this wont make me cry' hears ladies and gentlemen starts crying instantly

[@Delvina596]

We love you TB I hope your wife is alright!!!! Hearing you makes me happy!

[@snowandmusic]

Devilrose 596 can I just say that I freaking love the idea that he may be hearing our best wishes? I know it sounds naive but dude ...

[@AtaraxiaArg]

If he went to heaven I really hope he CAN'T read KZbin comments

[@themasteronhigh1665]

Rose, he died.

[@LadyLunarSatine]

Probably too distracted with the angels playing their harps off-key and complaining about the sound settings. As was his wont.

[@cynicalbrit]

Thanks for your concern Rose. I'm not all right, but I am told time will help. I don't see how, but I have to hang on and hope that I will find light at the end of this dark tunnel. -Genna

[@kodyw2960]

It's weird, but actually kinda nice to hear TB.

[@rip4324]

I didn't know I needed this so badly ❤

[@Rhyzomect]

MidwestPunk BECAUSE YOU DIDN'T

[@SuperGewd]

Thanks for releasing this. It helped a huge community. I hope you are doing well, despite everything. We are all here for you

[@HawkeBM]

It's a surprise to see another animation, despite what has happened. I remember hearing the guy when he played Magicka with the Yogscast back in the day. May not be a big fan, but I liked what he did here on KZbin. Rest easy, TB. Rest easy.

[@Sirkillmenot82]

TB wanted the channel to go on.

[@jvc85]

Rest in peace you magnificent human being, may the FOV sliders and FPS count be glorious.

[@DantheAuthor]

I don't know if I'm crying laughing because of the jokes - or because I miss TB so much.

[@Tobenatorr]

I actually started crying at the beginning when I heard TB's voice

[@huuminbloodborn7570]

Same here man...same here...I believe that all of his fans are still mourning his loss. even if they didn't watch much of his content

[@ExcenGaming]

This is fantastic, thanks for keeping TB in our lives with these hilarious animations!

[@Ord3ith]

Thanks for continuing to do these! I’ve been binge-watching old episodes of John’s videos since his passing, and this was a nice reminder of the podcast with one of my favorite guests. Ashens FTW.

[@LchanOtakudom]

Everything I wanted to say has already been said and more eloquently by other people in the comments regarding our favorite cynical Brit. So, I will say how absolutely adorable the designs of everyone are, and I hope we get plushies or t-shirts or pins (again!) someday! I love everything about this video, it’s wonderful as usual! Excellent job!

[@Yemto]

It's almost been a month since TB passed away. But if feels much longer then that. I hope he lives a full happy life next time around, he really deserves it.

[@erickelly1323]

he's not really gone, our memories of him will keep his spirit going.

[@ckydanny]

I miss John , the fact that we are the same age and from the next town over really hits home ,

[@GothicDragonX]

The man maybe gone but the legend will always remain

[@KristijanMarkoski]

You'll be sorely missed TB. I think I will always have that persistent thought "wonder what TB thinks about this game". And I hope we keep on getting these animated videos of old podcasts forevermore.

[@andrzejTucholski]

Hahaha, I forgot about that bit! Awesome, oh boy, I laugh so hard right now thanks to you. Oh man. Thanks. I needed that. Gaming is a bit different since TB's passing, at least for me, and that definitely cured something :)

[@Juniper-Honeygem]

I... Never knew this man... I had never watched this before he... Was already gone but just hearing his voice.. It... It brings me comfort that people like him existed. That people like him still can exist.

[@Kraigon42]

Speaking only for myself, I am thankful that the Animated series will continue unabated -- to quote someone else in this comment section, "it is both saddening and comforting to hear TB's voice again." Thank you again, Genna, for everything that you are doing, especially right in this moment.

[@jakemorris90]

Even now, You continue to give us so much Totalbiscuit...True Legend.

[@TechnicalCakeMix]

TB's humour lives on forver

[@QuestText]

I really do appreciate the fact that these animated shorts will continue. I love them so much

[@xados-49]

Considering so much of TB has been recorded, I wonder if at some point it would be possible to feed all of his videos into a computer and reconstruct his mind in AI. Make a purifier John Bain

[@rayneofsalt9217]

You know he'd never accept being in anything less than an Emperor Titan.

[@xados-49]

J More oh of course, only the finest for our cynical Brit

[@actionplayer5192]

Xados - we don’t know if we don’t try

[@xados-49]

I want him to activate and be like "I'v been dead for 20 years and THIS is the state you'v let this podcast deteriorate into!? My god Jesse and Doger you are just as incompetent as I remember"

[@FutureChaosTV]

Feeding his Dark Heresy plays into an AI is all I wish for :-)

[@IronBlockGames]

Keep this up, keep it up for as long as you like! This is the best way to remember such a great man, sharing moments like these and bring them to life. It's both heart breaking and heart worming to see him in one of these again and hope it's continued.

[@sir.grumpypawson6598]

RIP totalbiscuit, the internet is a sadder place without you but your impact will not be forgotten

[@voxkine9385]

Nice to see comments here and doubly nice to see them relatively civil. Hadn’t watched TB in a while, but I’ll still miss him. Was a great content maker. Always managed to make quality content and was a great example for what YTers could be. Condolences to his friends and family.

[@lenalarson3547]

Thank you for still including him in these shorts. The COP wit paired with the cute animation never fails to make me smile when I am down.

[@Duskraven377]

THANK YOU FOR THIS. Was worried that we wouldn’t get any more animated eps with TB in them. I miss him, but this made me smile, since each animated vid with his voice just adds to his immortality.

[@gilbertotabares8196]

they animate you. we watch. this is the best form of immortality anyone can ask for. be at peace TB. you're free now.

[@Wastingsometimehere]

Never stop making these.

[@TheFanofmanythings1]

Gotta love the animated Ashens

[@jazzygeofferz]

Yes.What a great combination.

[@gytech1]

Another fantastic animation! Keep up the great work Julian!

[@robochamp1]

Always leaves us with a smile, no matter what.

[@AxeManAnthony]

It's so great to see another co-optional animation with TB. Thank you!

[@sadboixx420xx9]

Glad to see that these are still being uploaded. Just wish that TB was around for these.

[@BroskiBigDuck]

I had both my grandfather and T.B pass away on the same day and it was one of the hardest times I've gone through yet. These little snip-bits of John and re-watching the old Terraria series with Jesse have been making it so much easier. Please continue these for as long as you can, that's my personal vote. We love you Genna, hope you and your family have been getting along alright!

[@TakoyaKyono]

Crying as soon as I heard John's merry voice. Please don't ever stop these as he'll live on forever through the internet x

[@007jackbourne7]

At least we all have each other, and the memories of a great man.

[@mrarmaggedon31415926]

I needed to hear his voice today. It hasn't fully sunk in yet, but the feeling of continuity is oddly comforting and helpful.

[@mavric7657]

Thanks Genna ,this is great. I feel like I lost a best friend even though I've never met TB. His voice has been a part of my life for over half a decade. Keep it coming, we all miss him.

[@Rakshiir]

I love the idea of having him in those episodes as long as we have funny audio material to work with. Sure, right now I still find it bittersweet to watch something like this, but I think it is a great way to remember him. I also think it is great that he is remembered laughing as a Twitch emote, thats a great way to remember somone. So I like it, keep it coming :)

[@KatrinaMishow]

I've always loved these, and I think that they need to keep coming out. Keep his memory and the awesomeness that was TB in our minds.

[@tylergrutbo766]

Thank you for being willing to still give us these my favoritr part of his channel was these and i cant think of a better way to immortalize him then to continue these shorts that gave us so many laughs and you have given the greenlight for more.

[@SzegediXY]

Thank you for keeping his memory alive, we will always remember John. With any further episode like this you will just ease the pain, it really helps. It's like having a picture of your grandma. Then coloring it. In the near future possibly animating it about her waving. And so on, it just helps us keeping them alive.

[@theoneandonlymichaelmccormick]

God bless ya’, TB. Through the internet, you are made immortal.

[@Bmacthesage]

It's been 3 weeks now, why does it still feel like it happened yesterday? Hearing the beginning of this, and remembering Genna talking about how John would go into the bain voice when picking up his prescription made me tear up all over again. Life is so fucking unfair sometimes...

[@mirroughs7729]

It's awesome, that the animated podcast will still keep running because of audio material, never really knew how much you liked a person until you no longer have them around. Rest in peace, TB. May you not only find peace in the afterlife, but also may your ideals on gaming live on.

[@swe123swe]

I'm going to miss him opening the show. His voice... it hurts to think there will never be another new video by him. He helped me get through some dark moments in my life. Thank you John and thank you Genna for continuing his legacy.

[@deamon9]

That brought a smile to my face. Thanks.

[@Progamer1013]

RIP TB. You may be gone, but your impact on the gaming world shall stay etched in history forever.

[@War7123]

See the animated series come back was a real bright spot of my day. Thank you

[@PinkyGhostling]

Love it. you are truly lucky to have such a big catalog of recorded memories. I support your desion.

[@aetherish8088]

To see so many fitting and loving tributes by so many people from various backgrounds and cultures coming together to pay respect to an individual that they may never have met in person is an amazing sight to behold. John's work did so much for people more than we may think. It goes to show that if you do something positive you may think it doesn't do anything but when you see the ripples it creates later on it soon shows. R.I.P Totalbiscuit, there's just one more thing, well actually there isn't but always wanted to do a do a columbo reference

[@savik-f7v]

I could binge-watch these for the rest of my days. RIP you amazing person.

[@nayhem]

Scrolling down to read all of your comments, it struck me that I've never actually been able to do this before on this channel.

[@illdie314]

I love hearing his voice still and seeing him animated, thank you

[@rafaelomansan]

So good to hear TB's voice and remind about all the fun he and the podcast crew had together, in the end on the internet he will live forever, aswell on our memories. Bless you TB

[@robertdelete7012]

Awesome. Glad your still makeing the animated series on the podcast. hahaha And glad you kept totalbiscuit in it. Can't wait for you to do more.

[@lovofofo]

That voice will be a source of comfort for the rest of my days. Thank you Jesse, Dodger, Genna, for continuing his legacy. And thank you John Bain, for everything.

[@ambihextrous]

It's great to hear John's voice again

[@Leetgrain]

Thank you Julian, and thank you Genna, I'm glad he gets to live on through the internet.

[@Zevrosc2]

the animated or even the podcast still kind of fucks me up, all the love to you and your family ♥

[@tobiashagstrom4168]

I suspect John would have wanted these shorts to continue, and it's a nice format to be remind of him every now and again.

[@thxverymuch6962]

I loved this Genna, thank you for giving it your blessing. Through this whole process you have demonstrated a strength of will and character that has inspired me to do better and be better, thank you again

[@Rozonkomo]

Thank you, Genna & Julian, for doing this for fans like us who will always remember how amazing TB was. These animations are now like a permanent, wonderful memorial to him. Thank you for letting me laugh again when I think about him.

[@missffox]

This was genuinely one of my favourite moments, I'm really happy it was chosen to be animated. And he did really love his Bain impression so I'm glad it's here now for all too see ^^

[@shee3536]

Getting me all emotional. Miss ya TB.

[@jamesbiggs8397]

Honestly I love that you will continue using Julian's audio; he's funny & silly and his unfortunate passing hasn't changed that. Thanks for this.

[@Yotakari14]

Keep them coming Julian and Genna! TB was and still is a very important part of our video game history, stuff like this is comforting and reminds us of that fact. Much love x

[@IANF126]

theres a TV station that we get, it might be a local/regional station, that shows a lot of old TV shows, they were showing columbo for a while. I don't know if they still are though. It is always fun to see the end and know he's about to say, uhh one more thing.

[@xastielmuffinz3047]

this actually surprised the hell out of me and made me forget... for about 5-10 seconds. and then i remember. and now im sad again. but sigh... seriously. i miss him already. he'll live on forever

[@gabrieltheintrovert5663]

Co optional animated was my introduction to listening to podcast

[@Davidofthelost]

Same. Too bad it’s gone now.

[@anothergoblin]

Love to see these keep going. Genna, you're a champ. Whelp, time to rewatch the Grudge!

[@LockeRobsta]

Always remember the fun times. Thanks for everything guys!

[@ValkoorMoonblood]

These kinds of things are a beautiful way to honor TB's memory. Please keep doing them.

[@redxphones3281]

I still his Mr. Biscuit and this animation will always help me cherish the fun time we had with him.

[@Teheleri]

It's almost been a month and I still can't get over the fact that he's gone...

[@FanaticalTactician]

It's nice hearing TB's voice again, these animations are always a joy to watch.

[@missunderstoodmaniac]

What a great way to grieve, though. We get to remember all the funny/great bits all while watching funny/great animations to make it that much better. It's bittersweet.

[@NordicRonin_]

Gone but never forgotten. As long as the videos remain online TB's legacy will never be forgotten. See you on the other side TB

[@nicholasbennett7463]

This was maybe the first thing with TB's voice I've watched sense his passing (other than his explaining terraria video with him drunk in a chair and jesse in the background). I was more saddened by his passing than I thought I would be and hadn't felt "ready" as silly as that sounds coming from someone who never had the chance to meet or know him. But man that bit was priceless, and I think the animated bits coming out now and then will be a great way for him to still make us smile from time to time and remind us of the lighter side of him. RIP John.

[@gabriellavedier9650]

This is a tribute of true and moving power. This is what an entertainer would want, to be a delight to an audience forever. It's like having him right there, bringing the good stuff.

[@courtmarr5714]

I love it. I swatch old epis in between the new stuff to help remember him. Also genna you're doing amazing.

[@EdilarinProducts]

This made my day. Thank you John "Totalbiscuit" Bain for years of fun and amazement

[@peculiar]

Thank you for letting Julian continue to include TB in the Podcast Animated shorts! Rest In Peace TB, we all miss you.