Verbal Shenanigans

#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 we 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.

#447- Blothar the Berserker

Blood, monsters, aliens, extra appendages… These are all things we generally talk about on the show. However, this weeks guest encompasses all of those. The front man of the legendary hard rock band, GWAR, Blothar the Berserker joins us this week on the show!  We talk all things from music, to the legacy of GWAR, to what it’s like living with four penises. Such a fun and unique interview. Have a listen!
 
We also talk about Scott's vacation, aliens, and a very peculiar store in Scott's neighborhood.

#446-Lajon Witherspoon, Sevendust

For the past 30 years, Sevendust has been making new music, building their loyal audience, and touring constantly. Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming their well known frontman , Lajon Witherspoon, to the show. With the release of their 14th studio album, “Truthkiller”, Lajon joins us to talk all things Sevendust, including the secret to their longevity, their studio approach, balancing family life, and more. Lajon is a very down to earth guy, with great insight and hilarious stories.  Have a listen!
 
We also talk about a scary incident with Mike's dog, lightning dreams, Scott buys a human, and Mike gives us suggestions on how to slow the AI takeover.

#445-Steve Skalski, Guanella Pass Brewing

We’re heading back to our second home as Verbal Shenanigans returns to Georgetown, Colorado. Steve Skalski is the founder of Guanella Pass Brewery and was not only gracious enough to give us time, but also send us some of their Bernese Mountain Brown Ale, made in honor of Mayor Parker the Snow Dog. Hear the story of how Steve met mayor Parker, learn more about the area and their brewery, and why burrows come by every year.
 
We also talk about the craxy story of Scott's bathroom saga, rip through bathroom puns, and hear about a shirtless driver encounter that Mike had.  Were back, have a listen!