Hey, it's been a while, but Noah has started a new show with Kame House Party co-host Aaron J. Shelton called Thinking Too Hard About Anime! If you want a show that focuses on just what makes our favorite anime so great check it out! Our first season is an episode by episode look at Cowboy Bebop! Find it wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us on twitter @ThinkingAnime!

Aaron and Vince from Kame House Party roll into Riverdale and take over Maple Syrup, Blood Money! The fellas tackle the 1990 Made-for-TV film Archie: To Riverdale and Back Again with their own unique style and do a little improv along the way. If you want to know where Noah and Kyle went, hop on over to Kame House Party and give it a listen! Also check out Kame House Party over on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-288771942 and on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kamehouseparty 

It's finally arrived, Riverdale Chapter 35 "Brave New World", and Kyle and Noah are here to discuss! Jughead lives, but the Serpents are worse for the wear, and with Sheriff Minetta moving on the White Wyrm, they make their escape to the Northside of Riverdale, welcomed by Archie and Fred Andrews. Betty struggles with the guilt of her father being the Black Hood and understanding the Darkness within her, while Polly makes a mysterious play for the members of The Farm. Veronica attempts to block her father's acquisition of the White Wyrm, striking a deal for Pop's Chock'lit Shoppe. Finally, Archie rallies the students of Riverdale High to keep the Serpents in school, confronts Hiram Lodge about all he knows, and is then struck down as he reaches his peak. All this, plus general thoughts on Season 2, some unapproachable RPG talk, and general plans for Sabrina and Season 3! Thank you all for your support, we look forward to stuff we have planned for the break, the eventual release of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and a lot more! Please check out the Party Fowl: The Game of Drunk Ducks kickstarter from our good pals at The Mixed Six!

Noah and Kyle are in the penultimate episode of Riverdale Season 2 with Chapter 34 "Judgement Night"! As riots breakout in Riverdale Betty tracks her father, Hal, through the chaos to a final showdown. Archie and Jughead try to keep the peace between the Bulldogs and the Serpents, but the arrival of Penny Peabody and the Ghoulies throws a wrench into the works. Meanwhile, Veronica confronts her mother with evidence of her father's nefarious schemes and the son of Papa Poutine arrives for revenge. All this plus Cheryl wielding a bow, the reveal of the Black Hood, and a sacrifice made in vain!

Fatigue sets in for Kyle and Noah in Riverdale Chapter 33 "Shadow of a Doubt". As the return of the Black Hood looms over Riverdale Betty struggles with the realization that her father just might be the man under the hood. Meanwhile, Fangs Fogarty is implicated in the murder of Midge Klump, leading to Jughead and the Serpents having to protect him from Reggie and the Bulldogs, as Hiram Lodge pulls their strings. Archie attempts to ease the tension between the North and Southside factions, driving a further wedge between him and Hiram. Finally, Veronica attempts to use the St.Clair's ransom money to fund a casino in Riverdale. All this plus more Archie cuckoldry and exasperated sighs!

After a brief break due to sickness we're back with Riverdale Chapters 31 "A Night to Remember" and 32 "Prisoners." As Riverdale High preps for their production of "Carrie: The Musical" the looming threat of the Black Hood returns, ending the life of one poor student. As Riverdale reels in the wake, scumbag Nick St.Clair returns to ransom Archie from the Lodges, and Betty and Jughead discover the truth behind Chic, and possibly the true identity of the Black Hood.

It's Maple Syrup, Blood Money's 1 year anniversary, and Kyle and Noah are here with a new take on Riverdale! Some might call it impenetrable, but we have a good time anyway! Learn about the mystical town of Riverdale and its eldritch underbelly, influencing its citizens for their own nefarious purposes! Listen as the boys plot out a season of dark magic, Horny Evil Gods, and time traveling redheads! Thank you all for a wonderful year of Maple Syrup, Blood Money, we really do appreciate every listen!

Kyle and Noah showdown in Outworld for Riverdale Chapter 30 "The Noose Tightens"! While Archie neglects his family obligations to work for Hiram Lodge, the Coopers scramble to deal with the recently rediscovered Shady Man's car and fall prey to a nefarious threat. Meanwhile Toni, Veronica, and Josie confront Penelope Blossom about the recently missing Cheryl, and after receiving a hint from an unlikely source, set out on a stealth mission to free her from The Sisters of Quiet Mercy. Also this episode, the Lin Kuei arrive in Riverdale, Keyhole and Shear sweaters as tactical attire, and methheads!

After a brief hiatus Noah and Kyle are back for another Double-Feature! The boys cover Riverdale Chapters 28, "There Will Be Blood," and 29, "Primary Colors," back-to-back, delving into the machinations of the Lodge Family and their plans for the Southside of Riverdale. Jughead discovers the Lodges plan to build a For-Profit Prison on the site of Southside High School, while they try to convince Fred Andrews to become Mayor, much to Archie's concern. Betty discovers the truth about Chic, and Cheryl's relationship with Toni grows as a sinister plot boils in Thistlehouse!

After a short break Noah and Kyle are back for Riverdale Chapter 27 "The Hills Have Eyes"! While Archie, Jughead, Betty, and Veronica get away to the woods for a horny, horny weekend, and some much needed relaxation, Cheryl deals with her mother's cruel nature and grows closer to an unexpected friend. Meanwhile, Kevin must deal with his loneliness and the sudden revelation from Josie of their parent's affair. Also, prepare yourself for Love, Simon, in theaters March 16th, and some reeeeaaal gross magical items!

The blood is on our hands as Noah and Kyle recap Riverdale Chapter 26 "The Tell-Tale Heart." Betty and Alice must rush to hide the body of the Shady Man, leaving Betty to wonder about Chic's true nature. Jughead and FP get drawn into the affair as the Cooper women have nowhere else to turn. Veronica heads off her parent's attempt to discredit Mayor McCoy. Finally, Archie must decide where his loyalties lie; with the mysterious Agent Adams, or with the Lodges, and their underworld dealings.

Noah and Kyle breakdown Riverdale Chapter 25 "The Wicked and The Divine" in this week's episode of Maple Syrup, Blood Money! As Archie fights to get closer to Hiram Lodge he risks falling into his illicit world of underground dealings and deadly partnerships. Veronica struggles with the guilt of drawing Archie into this new, dangerous life and attempting to keep him innocent. Meanwhile, Jughead and Betty search for the head of General Pickens' statue in order to exonerate the Southside Serpents of wrongdoing, but the return of the Snake Charmer, Penny Peabody, leads Jug into hot water that he may not be able to escape.

Maple Syrup, Blood Money is back after a brief hiatus for Episode 28, The MSBM Double-Feature! Noah and Kyle return to talk the latest two episodes of Riverdale, Chapter 23 "The Blackboard Jungle" and Chapter 24 "The Wrestler". A lot has happened in Riverdale since the Black Hood met his end; Hiram Lodge efforts to expand his SoDale project continue full-steam, seemingly aided by Veronica. Archie is wrangled by the mysterious FBI agent Arthur Adams to collect evidence that Lodge Industries is up to no good. Meanwhile Jughead and the Southside Serpents are relocated to Riverdale High, facing discrimination and prejudice from the students and faculty. Finally, Betty seeks her long-lost brother, Chic, and though Alice is excited for his return, something dark lurks within the Cooper household. It's good to be back!

Happy New Year from Maple Syrup, Blood Money! Kyle and Noah team-up to tackle the legendary crossover of Frank Castle and Archie Andrews in "The Punisher meets Archie." It's a case of mistaken identity as The Punisher arrives in the idyllic town of Riverdale, confusing Archie for his latest quarry! Meanwhile the elusive criminal Red Fever sets his sights on the beautiful Veronica Lodge, and her father's copius wealth! What will Archie do to escape the deadly sights of The Punisher and rescue Veronica? Will Frank realize his mistake before it's too late? Find out in this weeks episode!

Happy holidays from Maple Syrup, Blood Money! Noah and Kyle break down Riverdale Chapter 22 "Silent Night, Deadly Night", the festive conclusion to the Black Hood arc! Jughead is dead set on helping the Serpents and stopping Penny Peabody from dealing drugs, Veronica clashes once again with her parents and the nature of Lodge Industries, Cheryl takes Christmas festivities into her own hands, and finally, Betty and Archie are sent on a wild chase into Mr. Svenson's dark past in order to save him and, ultimately, face-to-face with the Black Hood himself. Who is the Black Hood? Is his reign of terror finally at an end? What dark secrets does Nana Rose Blossom know, and how did she survive that fire? Listen and find out!

Kyle and Noah enter Satan's abode in Riverdale Chapter 21 "House of the Devil". Betty and Jughead plan FP's return party, while Archie and Veronica investigate the mysterious Conway Family murders in connection to the Black Hood. But, all is not well, and tensions rise between the young lovers, Will they have what it takes to make it through or is this the end? Also, a striptease to Tears For Fears "Mad World" happens, like wtf?

It's a trio of tales in Riverdale Chapter 20 "Tales from the Darkside" and it's Noah and Kyle's job to talk about em! Josie and Cheryl deal with Josie's stalker, is it Chuck Clayton? The mysterious janitor, Mr. Svensson? Or is it somebody else? Meanwhile, Betty and Veronica investigate Sheriff Keller, who's shady behavior have him on the short list of Black Hood suspects. Veronica (and Kyle) get extremely thirsty. Finally, Jughead and Archie have to transport some illicit goods from Riverdale to the eerie town of Greendale for Penny Peabody, the Snake Charmer, in order to help get FP out of prison, or so they think. All that, plus current season thoughts, and news of Sabrina and her show!

Noah and Kyle laugh it up in this weeks episode as they recap Riverdale Chapter 19, Death Proof! Veronica seeks justice on Nick St. Claire, Jughead and Archie race the Ghoulies for the Southside Serpent's territory, and Betty searches for the elusive Sugar Man, the dealer behind the Jingle-Jangle plaguing Riverdale, finding an unexpected source in Cheryl Blossom. Discussion of ghastly possessed arms, and crayon drawings also happens!

Kyle and Noah breakdown the eventful Riverdale Chapter 18, When a Stranger Calls! Jughead steps up to join the Southside Serpents to keep them from destroying themselves, Veronica deals with a shady character from her bad girl past, and Betty begins down a dark path in hopes of stopping the sinister Black Hood!

It's the hard backdown in Chapter 17 of Riverdale, The Town That Dreaded Sundown! Noah and Kyle discuss Archie's poorly thought out plans to draw out the Black Hood, the growing tension between the Northside and Southside, and how Betty and Jughead are doing the real work deciphering the Black Hood latest message! Get ready for a rain-soaked showdown as the Riverdale Bulldogs and Southside Serpents clash!