Verbal Shenanigans
Verbal Shenanigans is a show that seeks out passionate people. Each week, the guys chat with guests from all walks of life, from artists to athletes, chefs to a hippo attack survivor. Join Scott, and cohost, Mike, for comical banter, funny games, and amazing guests. Life is funny. Laugh at it.
Podcast Description
Verbal Shenanigans is a show that seeks out passionate people. Each week, the guys chat with guests from all walks of life, from artists to athletes, chefs to a hippo attack survivor. Join Scott, and cohost, Mike, for comical banter, funny games, and amazing guests. Life is funny. Laugh at it.
Episodes

Mar 21, 2016
Mar 21, 2016
1hr 40 min
Episode 99 has arrived. Today on the show we bring on Harley Spiller, aka Inspector Collector, to talk about his ridiculous collections, including the world's largest Chinese menu collection. Harley turned out to be a great interview. We also talk Connor Mcgregor, Burlew almost lighting a garage on fire, the election, play a little Trump or Hitler, and finally wrap it up with a game called Celebrity Arrests: Over/Under. Give it a listen!
Check out Harley and his collections at www.inspectorcollector.com
Please leave us a review on iTunes! If you do, I promise Michael Burlew will not blow up your house. Follow us on twitter @VScomedy
#collections #inspectorcollector #trump #hitler #connormcgregor #celebrityarrests #podcast

Mar 15, 2016
Mar 15, 2016
1hr 36 min
This episode is a hodge podge of fun stuff. First, we talk about podcast "haters", Scott's minister certification, and Vin Diesel selling Hand Sharks. Then, we welcome Warren Bobrow, mixologist, chef and author of Cannabis Cocktails joins to share his interesting take on his family, life, and career. Then, from Spike TV's Inkmaster, Tattoo Artist Cleen Rock One joins us while tattooing! We talk tattoos, business. bulldogs, and life. Great times!
Check out Warren Bobrow on twitter @warrenbobrow1 or on instagram @warrenbobrow. Visit his website @www.cocktailwhisperer.com
Check out Cleen on twitter @cleen_rock_one and at his website at www.cleenrockone.com
Please leave a review on iTunes. if you do, Burlew will attempt to tattoo himself during our next podcast.
#warrenbobrow #mixology #cannabiscocktails #cleenrockone #inkmaster #handsharks

Mar 7, 2016
Verbal Shenanigans Episode 97-Augie Style
Mar 7, 2016
Mar 7, 2016
2hr 58 sec
Another fun episode of the Verbal Shenanigans podcast has arrived. First, we discuss the worst sports songs of all time. Then, Augie Carton, owner of Scott's favorite Jersey brewery, Carton Brewing, joins the cast to discuss all things craft beer, creativity, and business. A great interview for beer lovers. Later, we talk a whole lot about death. Finally, we wrap it up and learn dating tips from the 1950's.
Check out Carton Brewing on twitter, instagram, and facebook @cartonbrewing or visit their website www.cartonbrewing.com
Follow Verbal Shenanigans on twitter @VScomedy and please leave a review on iTunes or Stitcher. If you do, Michael Burlew will teach you how to bury bodies!
#cartonbrewing #craftbeer #offthebeatencraft #augiecarton #marlinswillsoar #sportssongs #death #weenieroast

Feb 29, 2016
Feb 29, 2016
1hr 17 min
We are back with brand new episode. No guests tonight. Why? Hear how Scott inadvertently pissed off a shark attack survivor. We also talk about the Polar Bear Plunge. Listen closely to audio of Burlew losing his mind. Then, listen as Michael Burlew tell his ridiculous account of his run in with the 5.0. Finally, we are back with a fast food edition of "Dirtbag of the Week" and a discussion on how bad the last episode of Walking Dead was.
Please follow us on iTunes and leave a review. If you do, Michael Burlew will watch the Walking Dead with you and your family.
Follow us on twitter @VScomedy.
#polarbearplunge #charity #sharkattacks #dirtbagoftheweek #thewalkingdead #america #wulfnation #podcast

Feb 22, 2016
Feb 22, 2016
1hr 47 min
So happy to be back, and the carousel of interesting guests continues this week. First, Trevor Thomas,a blind hiker, joins us to share his incredible story. Trevor lost his sight at the age of 35. Rather than succumb to sorrow, Trevor learned to hike trails all over the world. Listen to his absolutely amazing, inspirational story. Then, our favorite LGBT director, AJ Mattioli returns to talk to us about his transition and the effects it is having on his body and mind. AJ will be checking in with us routinely to fill us in!Finally, Kevin Sinnott,a world renowned coffee expert, joins us to talk about all things coffee. From machines to beans, Kevin seems to know just about everything there is to know about coffee. This is why we do this podcast. People are amazing. To check out Trevor and his incredible story, visit www.trevorthomasblindhiker.com or support his foundation at www.farsightfoundation.comTo check out AJ and his work, visit www.mattioliproductions.comAnd, to learn more about coffee, visit www.coffeecompanion.com or follow Kevin Sinnott @coffeekevin on twitter.Please follow us @VScomedy on twitter and leave us a review on iTunes. If you do, Michael Burlew will attempt to walk the Appalachian Trail blindfolded.#trevorthomas #farsightfoundation #inspirational #blindhiker #ajmattioli #lgbt #transition #coffee #kevinsinnott #coffeecon

Feb 15, 2016
Feb 15, 2016
2hr 21 min
It's President's Day everyone! What better way to celebrate it than listening to the first Verbal Shenanigans President's Day Special?! Listen as Scott and Mike talk all things politics, elections, sweet presidential rides, and even interview 3 candidates who hope to see the oval office this election season! Libertarians, Cecil Ince and Barbara Jo Waymire, join us to explain their cause and their political stances. Afterwards, we are graced by a truly fascinating candidate named Zoltan Istvan who represents the Transhumanist party. Zoltan was an absolutely fascinating interview that everyone should check out! To check out Barbara Jo Waymire, visit www.joy4thepeoplesvoice.comTo check out Cecil Ince, visit http://restore-liberty.weebly.comTo check out Zoltan Istvan, visit www.zoltanistvan.comFollow us @VScomedy on twitter. Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher. If you don't, Michael Burlew will vote for Donald Trump. #Potus #election #trump #feelthebern #hillaryclinton #election #zoltanistvan #libertarians #thebeast #transhumanism

Feb 8, 2016
Feb 8, 2016
1hr 12 min
Back with another highly entertaining podcast for your ears! Devon Harris, a member of the 1988 Jamaican Bobsled Team, joins us to talk about his amazing life story. Devon discusses the idea of bobsledding in Jamaica, the Olympic games, Cool Runnings, inspirational speaking, and much more. Could not ask for a better guest. We also discuss interesting job titles, Freddie Mercury, Miley Cyrus, and Chris Christie. To check out Devon and his work go to www.devonharris.com or follow him on twitter @keeponpushing88Please keep following us on iTUnes and on twitter @VScomedy. Leave us a review on iTunes! If you do, Michael Burlew will take your daughter on a bobsled ride. #bobsled #olympics #jamaica #coolrunnings #devonharris #freddiemercury #chrischristie #podcast #shenanigansshowdown

Feb 1, 2016
Feb 1, 2016
1hr 27 min
We are back and happy to bring you a brand new episode! First, listen as Michael Burlew takes back the lead in the "Shenanigans Showdown" by taking a selfie with a roadkill deer. However, there is a whole lot more to that story. Then,UFC fighter, Alex Morono, joins us to talk about mma, his life, and his recent fight in the UFC. Finally, listen to a great clip of Scott getting heckled by 70 year old drunk ladies. Another fun episode in the books! Take a listen.To check out Alex and his happenings, follow Alex @alexmoronomma on twitter and instagram.Please keep following us @VScomedy and leave us a review on iTunes. If you do, Michael Burlew will graciously accept a roundhouse to the face from whomever you suggest!#mma #ufc #alexmorono #kickboxing #deer #deerselfies #shenanigansshowdown #wulfnation #comedy

Jan 25, 2016
Jan 25, 2016
1hr 43 min
What's up all you Larpers and Larpees? Yes. Listen as Verbal Shenanigans attend LAIRE in Lafayette, NJ for some live action role playing. In the Shenanigans Showdown, Michael Burlew challenged Scott to participate in a LARPing event. Well, he surely did. Listen as the guys interact with dark elves, talk to hobbits, hit each other with swords, and pretty much get destroyed on the battlefield. In the end, we had a great time and learned a lot about a fascinating group of passionate people. Two damage!If you are interested in finding out more about LAIRE, visit them at www.laire.comPlease keep following Verbal Shenanigans on facebook and follow them @VScomedy on twitter.Leave us a review on iTunes! If it is a positive one, Michael Burlew will personally show you his hairy hobbit feet.#shenanigansshowdown #laire #larp #larping #hobbits #twodamage #magic #comedy #roleplaying

Jan 18, 2016
Jan 18, 2016
1hr 41 min
If you love variety, this is the episode for you. First we have a fantastic interview with tattoo artist and Ink Master alum, Aaron Is about his art, career, life, and Inkmaster. Then, Scott talks about seeing the Revenant and his love for bears. Find out what kind of bear Burlew is most similar to. Finally, good friend of the show, LGBT director, AJ Mattioli,joins the cast to discuss his first week of his transition. A killer episode!Check out Aaron and his work at @aaronistattoo on all social media platforms. Say hi to AJ at @mattiolipro on Twitter.And Keep following us on iTunes and on Twitter @VScomedy. Please leave us a review. If you do, Michael Burlew will tattoo your face across his chest!#aaronistattoo #tattoo #inkmaster #xbox #bears #therevenant #leonardodicaprio #oscar #ajmattioli #lgbt #comedy

Jan 13, 2016
Jan 13, 2016
1hr 12 min
Woohoo! Another sensual podcast for you and your significant other to get down to. We talk all sorts of nonsense this week, including Jim Breuer, McSorley's, the butt chugging phenomenon, and Michael Burlew's grandma stealing his baseball cards. Find out why Burlew wells up up at the mention of Donnie Baseball. We also lighten up the mood and discuss watching your parents age. Please follow us @VScomedy on twitter and like our Facebook page.Please leave a review! If you do, Michael Burlew will give free pony rides in your backyard....without the pony. #JimBreuer #McSorleys #Buttchugging #Grandma #thievery #parents #comedy #yankees #periscope

Jan 6, 2016
Jan 6, 2016
1hr 42 min
Mixologist and Celebrity bartender, Russell Davis, joins us for a hilarious, honest, and extremely entertaining interview. We talk about everything from drinking,to comic books, to peaches, to Wayne's World. Hear Russell discuss battling a robot bartender, accidentally hitting his girlfriend with a bottle, and the life of being a renowned mixologist in everyday life. Russell was a fantastic guest, who is way more than just a bartender. . Tune in to his new podcast, "The Road Rash Podcast." Later, Scott takes a drink quiz and we talk Star Wars. Check out Russell and all his happenings on Twitter and Instagram @mrrusselldavis , and on Facebook @mixologistrusselldavis Also, take a look at his website at www.unlimitedliabilities.comPlease keep following us @Vscomedy and please leave a review on iTunes.If you leave a good review, Michael Burlew will willingly play Pinochle with your elderly relatives.#russelldavis #roadrashpodcast #peaches #bartending #mixologist #comicbooks #theforceawakens #chefbrianduffy #texas

Dec 31, 2015
Dec 31, 2015
1hr 24 min
Oh man. 2016 is going to be an interesting year for the podcast. First, we talk we well known chef and personality, Arnold Myint. You may have seen Arnold on Top Chef and Next Food Network Star. Listen as we discuss his love of food, experience in figure skating, his restaurants, and his alter ego, Suzy Wong. Then, things get a little crazy. We introduce the "Shenanigans Showdown", where we must go head to head trying to earn points doing ridiculous things we have picked out for each other. Look forward to seeing some insane posts from Verbal Shenanigans this year. Check out Arnold at www.arnoldmyint.com Also, please leave us reviews on iTunes! If you leave a great review, Burlew will babysit your children for one full week! (Can't guarantee they return alive)#topchef #nextfoodnetworkstar #foodnetwork #arnoldmyint #suzywong #figureskating #shenanigansshowdown #sixoclocktvhour

Dec 24, 2015
Dec 24, 2015
1hr 5 min
Still wrapping presents? Well, here is a podcast to listen do while you regift that bread warmer. Enjoy this fun, goofy Christmas episode for you. First, we have a great announcement for the podcast. Listen to another story about Michael Burlew displaying his Redskins love to all of New Jersey. Then, we play a new game called "Christmas Crime", discuss avoiding the rapture, and the war on Christmas. Keep listening to hear a special song to a very iconic Seattle Supersonic. Merry Christmas everyone!Keep following us @VS comedy and listen to us on iTunes and Stitcher. If you leave a review, Burlew will volunteer to be your Elf on a Shelf for the next holiday season!#merrychristmas #christmascrime #podcast #game #redskins #shawnkemp #rapture #666 #hamiltonradio #wulfnation #contruthmovie #draftkings

Dec 20, 2015
Verbal Shenanigans Episode 85-The Cinema Snob
Dec 20, 2015
Dec 20, 2015
1hr 14 min
We are back with another fun episode for y'all. Michael Burlew gives a lonely, saddening look into his time off from work in another installment of "Burlew's Week of Discovery." We also talk about Hevisauru, a metal band that consists completely of dinosaurs. Finally, we have Brad Jones, aka The Cinema Snob, on to talk about his career and all things movies. Very fun interview. Check it out dammit!Go see Brad's work on Twitter @thecinemasnob and on at www.youtube.com/stonedgremlinproductionsFollow us @VScomedy and leave us some reviews on iTunes! Best review gets a free date with Michael Burlew.#thecinemasnob #exploitationmovies #discovery #cinema #bradjones #larrypointdexter

Dec 12, 2015
Dec 12, 2015
1hr 16 min
Back again with Chef Brian Duffy! Brian is a good friend of the podcast and is an amazing guest. Brian Duffy has simply done amazing things with food all over the world. Whether you've seen him on Bar Rescue, or have been to one of his restaurants, Chef Duffy brings passion to his craft. It was a pleasure having Brian on. Look out for his upcoming podcast, The Road Rash podcast with mixologist and fellow Bar Rescue alum, Russell Davis. Later, we talk about ridiculous Christmas traditions around the world. Check out Chef Brian Duffy @ChefBriDuff on instagram and twitter, and at his website at www.duffified.com Also, look up the @roadrashpod on Twitter and instagram.Follow us on twitter @VSduffy and listen on Stitcher and iTunes.Leave us reviews!#chefbrianduffy #barrescue #roadrashpod #russelldavis #spatchcock #duffified #food

Dec 7, 2015
Dec 7, 2015
1hr 21 min
I love this episode. Accomplished comedian, writer, and producer, Liam McEneaney, joins us to talk about comedy, life, and his career. Liam has worked with so many of the greats like Greg Giraldo, Hannibal Burress, Lewis Black, Jim Gaffigan, Robert Smigel, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, and more. It was great to sit down with Liam and talk about everything from comedy to Hitler. We also discuss the greatness of Patrice O'neal and the process of accidentally stealing jokes.Make sure to check out Liam at the Cabana Grill in Little Ferry, New Jersey on December 12th!Also, check out his website at www.heyitsliam.com and follow him on twitter @heyitsliam or radioliam on instagram.Please keep checking out the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please leave reviews!#liammceneaney #gregiraldo #triumphtheinsultcomicdog #cabanagrill #patriceoneal #lewisblack #robertsmigel #comedy #writing #creativity #jimgaffigan

Dec 2, 2015
Dec 2, 2015
1hr 9 min
Somehow, we keep finding remarkable people to talk to. Dave Ippolito, singer, songwriter, and playwright, joins us to discuss his fascinating life. Hear Dave tell his story about how he overcame addiction and soon became "That Guitar Man from Central Park." Dave is honest, open, funny, and surely unique. He even played us a few original tunes! Take a listen!Check out Dave at www.thatguitarman.com or follow him on @thatguitarman on twitterContinue to follow us on Twitter @VScomedy and listen to us on iTunes and Stitcher.#daveippolito #thatguitarman #achievingfailure #folk #art #playwright

Nov 27, 2015
Verbal Shenanigans Episode 81-Captain Bayonne
Nov 27, 2015
Nov 27, 2015
1hr 5 min
For your Black Friday listening pleasure, listen to our latest cast with the man, the myth, the legend himself...Captain Bayonne! Captain Bayonne is a "superhero" who runs the streets of Bayonne and promotes healthy lifestyles, cleaning up the community, and fighting crime. Here his origin story that suddenly gets interrupted by his well known arch nemesis, The Jersey City Joker. We also talk about my trip to the emergency room after being attacked by a viscous feline.This was a ton of fun!Check out Captain Bayonne on Facebook and instagram.Keep following us on iTunes and Stitcher and @VScomedy on twitter.#captainbayonne #superhero #crime #community #healthylifestyle #girdles

Nov 23, 2015
Nov 23, 2015
2hr 1 min
Verbal Shenanigans is back doing live on location at Parsippany High School for some exciting wrestling from UPWA. We had a blast and got a real insight into the independent wrestling business. We were able to interview several wrestlers including our good friend Big Irish Pete Nixon, Papa Stro, Mike Orlando, Miss New York aka Anna Theresa, Justin Parker, and Tommy Spencer. We also spoke to the legendary Earl Hebner! Listen to us awfully call Pete Nixon's match and finally we wrap up with the promoter of UPWA, Don Brower. We had a blast!Check out the UPWA at www.theupwa.comKeep following us on iTunes and Stitcher and on twitter @VScomedy#wrestling #upwa #mikeorlando #annatheresa #petenixon #earlhebner #justinparker #tommyspencer #donbrower






