Verbal Shenanigans

#481- Erin Heard, Charlie Duke, and 1-800-Bad-Girl

We know you got your eye on your summer vacation so join us as we go down to the island paradise of...Antarctica. We chat with Erin Heard, the station manager for the National Science Foundation's McMurdo Station. Erin tells us about every day life during the winter season at the base. Listen on how easy it was to find a job in Antarctica, the projects that come through there, and the community at the station. Sit back, chill, and learn about life on the continent.
We also interview the youngest man to ever step foot on the moon, discuss a terrible guest from a few weeks ago,  Mike has the worst super power, and Scott's discusses whether or not 1-800-Bad-Girl is still active.  A great week  Have a listen!

#480-Dirk Rogers, A Slow Week in Politics, and UPS Burlew

We are back and joined by Dirk Rogers, a legend in the special effects and make up world.  Dirk has done it all in the cinema world, ranging from stunning practical effects, puppeteering, and even playing some super gnarly monsters in various projects, ranging from the Walking Dead, Interview with a Vampire, the Orville, and much, much more. Dirk is such a unique,  interesting guy with endless stories in the world of cinema and even as the front man of Bad Acid Trip. 
 
We also talk about the "slow" week in politics while we were away, Burlew accidentally dresses as a postal worker, and Scott has to call BS on his wife.  Have a listen!

#479-Anthony "Babyface Blackburn, Hawk Tuah, and Red Flags

What did the five fingers say to the face? Listen to Verbal Shenanigans of course!! We are joined by "Babyface" Anthony Blackburn before he challenges for the welterweight championship on Power Slap 8. We discuss how he got into the sport, the training and rules, the safety, and also his passion for another activity, kendama. Watch Power Slap 8, tomorrow, Friday June 28th on Rumble after this podcast.
We also talk about the Hawk Tuah phenomenon, red flags in relationships, and Scott takes a quiz about awful football.  Have a listen!

#478-Kristy and Anna Berington, and Burlew's Baby Tips

Today, we enter the mushing world once again with identical twins, Kristy and Anna Berington.  We discuss what it's like to raise dogs, to enter the Iditarod, life as competitive sisters, and more.  Make sure to check out the Berington girls and follow all of their unique lives at their website at www.seeingdoubledogsledracing.com
 
Unfortuately for some, Scott is back from having his daughter.  We discuss the craziness of birth, Burlew gives the listeners baby tips, and Scott has to figure out what the hell is going inside of a strange car.  Have a listen!

#477--Chauncey K. Robinson, Babies and Burlews

Down one host this week but still a great guest for you to enjoy. Writer and film critic Chauncey K Robinson joins us this week to talk about her YouTube series Production Tales From Hell covering the back stories of issues behind the scenes in some of your favorite horror movies. We chatted with her on her film history, love of horror, and how some of these stories change her views on her favorite movies. You can check out her show on YouTube on the Dead Meat channel.With Scott out being a father, Burlew takes over the show. He talks about his limited experience with babies as well as editing his dad's life story. He's in his natural environment of just talking to himself, so check it out.

#476-Nordic Thunder, Inducing Labor, and weak endings

No rain in the forecast, but plenty of thunder. Justin Howard joins us to talk about his stage persona Nordic Thunder, the two time air guitar world champion. We had an amazing conversation with this artist chatting about life off stage, the work on stage, the injuries, and the vibes in Finland during these championship battles.
 
We also talk about wild ways to induce labor, play a game of "Mount Rushmore", and more! Have a listen!

#475-Eric Allan Kramer, Rogue's missing booty, and Cheap Mom gifts

Seasoned actor talks with our salty hosts. Eric Allan Kramer has been on our screens for years appearing on Rosanne, Fuller House, Seinfeld, Monk, and countless other shows. Find out how a broken pipe led to him being the first live action Thor, working with greats such as DL Hughley, Dave Chapelle, and Mel Brooks, and what he tells kids about acting.
 
We also talk about aggressive podcast salesmen from Bangladesh, the disappearance of Rogue's behind, and Mike helps Scott gift his mom stuff from the dollar store.  Have a listen!

#474- Gary Jules, Bad Comedy Shows, and Stubhub Prices

We are joined by longtime singer songwriter, Gary Jules.  Gary has been in the music business for decades, and is well known for his cover of Tears for Fears' "Mad World", which went on to be one of the biggest singles in the world in 2003.  We chat with Gary about everything from his early years in music, the success of "Mad World", how to follow up such success, and what Gary is up to now.  Gary is very intelligent, funny, and full of unique perspectives on both his life and career.  Look out for Gary's new work, and go check him out today!
 
We also chat about a horrendous comedy competition Scott was in, Mike dog craps on the floor, and Scott quizzes Mike to see if he can figure out how much it costs to get in the door at various events.  Have a listen!

#473- Howard Berger and Tami Lane, plus the Nut Angel

We are joined by two of our favorite former guests, Howard Berger and Tami Lane, legendary makeup and practical effects artists.  Howard and Tami are two of the friendliest, down to earth people, who have accomplished so much in the world of film and television.  In this interview, you'll hear stories about cold calling your idol, hand modeling for Lord of the Rings, increasing the amount of blood in Kill Bill to make Tarantino laugh, winning an Oscar, the evolution of the special effect world, and much more. Make sure to check out all of Howard and Tami's past and upcoming work.  Also, make sure to get yourself a copy of Howard's book, Masters of Make-Up Effects: A Century of Practical Magic  today!
 
We also go off the rails this week as we talk about something called the Nut Angel, discuss the special effects in an independent Robocop film, and go through how some of the most well known effects were done.  Have a listen!

#472-Daniel Myrick, The Church of Pain, and Guests who Ghost

In April of 2024, two podcasters went on Zoom to talk to the writer and director of the Blair Witch Project...a couple weeks later the interview went up (and sadly the podcasters did not disappear). Daniel Myrick joins us to speak of making the monumental horror film. We get details of filming in the woods and how they gave direction, when they knew it was a hit and the worldwide tour, and his current media production company Gang of Robots. Check out his new documentary Triple 7 releasing May 7th and listen to our interview in the corner of your basement.
 
We also talk about a really unique church, discuss guests who disappear, and more.  Have a listen!