Verbal Shenanigans

#457-Patricia Tallman, Public Restroom Horror stories, and the Diarrhea Dog

Sci Fi star, horror star, stunt expert all in one interview this week. Actress Patricia Tallman comes onto the cast this week to chat about her career. We dive into her thoughts on the SAG aftra strike ending, her relationship with George A Romero leading to playing Barbara in the Night of the Living Dead remake, and working on the Star Trek and Babylon 5 series at the same time. Enjoy our pleasant conversation with her, assist her charity work for children at Penny Lane, and try to figure out before listening to this interview what former guest of our podcast punched her in the face.
 
Scott also tells a horror story about taking his son to the public restroom, Mike gets locked in the room with a diarrhea dog, and more.  Have a listen!

#456-Kendall Tucker and Thanksgiving Nightmares

We are with up and coming country and hip hop artist, Kendall Tucker.  Fresh off of his release of "Dragging Me Down" with  Jelly Roll, Kendall joins us to discuss he musical upbringing, his upcoming album, and his commitment to music.  Kendall is a really genuine guy with a great perspective on trying to enter the industry.  Make sure to check out Kendall's music today!
 
We also discuss some legendary Thanksgiving stories, and then take turns ruining Thanksgiving for one another.  Have a listen!

#455-Jared Weeks of Saving Abel, Burlew’s God Complex, and Etiquette training

We are back with the Jared Weeks of the successful rock band, Saving Abel.  For the past 20 years, Saving Abel have managed to continue to make new music, tour the world, and keep their fans happy.  Jared was a great interview as we delved into his long journey into sobriety, the longevity of the band, and his new outlook on his life and the band.  Check out the band's new song, "Fire", and keep an ear out for news on their new album.
 
Mike also thinks that he is a first ballot entry into heaven, we discuss etiquette from the 50's, and more.  Have a listen!

#454- The 2023 Halloween Extravaganza with David Bigelow

It's that time of year.  The annual Verbal Shenanigans Halloween episode has dropped! 
Welcome to the Jaws podcast where we wish our hosts would shut theirs. Film maker David Bigelow joins our podcast to discuss his upcoming documentary Making the Monster, telling the stories from Martha’s Vineyard during the production of Jaws. Find out how a day doing extra work led to this project around the greatest horror/thriller movies of all time.
 
Listener beware. This episode is jam packed with goblins, ghouls, torture, pumpkins, and awful jokes.  Don't say we didnt warn you.  Have a listen.  If you dare...

#453-Greg Avola, What suck at, and boring corporate America

After checking in that IPA on Untappd, go over to iTunes and leave us a review, would ya?  Today, we are joined by Greg Avola.  Greg is a entrepreneur who is responsible for creating the biggest app in the world of craft beer, Untappd.  Greg is a really unique and interesting guy, who has had his hands in so many profitable, game changing apps.  Stay tuned to see what Greg is up to next.
 
We also talk about what we are pretty terrible at, Mike talks about useless meeting, and we also discuss bee beards.  Have a listen!
 

#452-Stephanee Beggs, Twerking Chewbacca, and Stank Ass Mike

There will be a quiz at the end of the show, so take notes…ok there is no quiz but believe me you wanna take good notes. Stephanee Beggs shows us that. She started documenting her studying process on social media, which led to her starting her Etsy business RNExplained selling her note sheets to students, and that led her making the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. We chat about her rise of popularity, how she created her style of study, balance work with business, and some really good cupcakes in PA
 
Scott also gifts Mike  a truly one of a kind piece of art and Mike tells an insane story about being nearly kicked out of gym for his own odor.  Another wild week of Verbal Shenanigans.

#451-Trae Crowder and Corey Ryan Forrester

Today, we are joined by our friends from the south, comedians Trae Crowder and Corey Ryan Forrester.  You may recognize Trae from his viral videos on "The Liberal Network" and Corey Ryan Forrester from his standup comedy and his alter ego, the "Buttercream Dream."  The comedy duo joins in suport of their new book, “Round Here and Over Yonder: A Front Porch Travel Guide by Two Progressive Hillbillies (Yes, That’s a Thing.)”  We talk all things comedy, expanding your creative abilities, becoming authors, and even analyze Burlew's accent.  Go grab their book today!
 
 
We also discuss a insane hornet experience that Scott had and find out what Scott would rather do than experience another hornet attack.  Have a listen!
 
 

#450-Reyna Roberts

Today, we are joined by country singer and songwriter, Reyna Roberts.  Reyna is a very creative, unique, and talented person.  We  talk all things music, her MNF appearances, what it's like to be an African American woman in the country music scene, and the recording of her new album, Bad Girl Bible, Vol 1.  Make sure to check out Reyna and her great new album today!
 
We also play a game where Mike must guess if cheesy country lyrics are real or created by Scott, we talk about Taylor Swift, and we play a ridiculous game where we simply ruin football for each other.  Have a listen!

#449- Mason Massey

With the NASCAR series starting the playoffs this weekend, we turn to the hot bed of racing….where Burlew lives!?!?! Mason Massey is an up in comer racing in the Xfinity and Truck series from Douglasville, GA. We talk with him on his racing roots, the hustle of finding rides and sponsorship, and the Georgia racing heritage.
 
We also talk alot about slugs...and Burlew's hat eating canine.  Have a listen!

#448-Marc Hudson, Dragonforce

Dragon force has been lighting up stages around the world for years. Today, we are joined by frontman, Marc Hudson. We discuss all things Dragonforce, joining the band, Marc’s humble beginnings, and what it was like to record his debut solo album, Starbound Stories. Marc was a great guest, with an awesome story to share. Have a listen!
 
We also talk about Scott's son having a beach meltdown, a uncontrollable laughing fit, and gain an insight into Mike's brain when it comes to making bits.  Check it out.