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Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Today, we are joined by one of our favorite all time guests. Over the past 9 years, Paul Templer, a hippo attack survivor, has been one of our favorite people to check in with. Paul is an amazing guy, who has been through some of life's worst setbacks, including losing an arm to a hippo, various illnesses, and even losing his daughter. However, Paul continues to push forward and do amazing things, such as running ultra marathons in the middle of the Sahara Desert. In fact, check out Paul next week as he attempts to conquer this beast of an event at www.marathondessables.com. We had a great chat about overcoming, dealing with adversity, and the importance of a sense of humor. Check it out!
We also see if Mike knows some Gen Z slang, Mike almost commits another crucial mistake booking a guest, and whole bunch of other nonsense. Have a listen!
Monday Apr 03, 2023
Monday Apr 03, 2023
Today, we take our listeners to The Church. Frontman, Steve Kilbey, joins us as he embarks on new tour in support of The Church's new concept album, The Hynonogue. Still going strong after over 40 years, The Church and Streve continue to create a unique musical experience for listeners. Steve is very focused and driven to continue to bring audiences a great musical experience. Steve's passion for writing great music still shines through his words. Make sure to check out The Church's new album today!
This week, Mike accidentally lends his wifi to a punished neighbor and we also celebrate the end of March Madness with 2 ridiculous tournaments, Have a listen!
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Monday Mar 27, 2023
We are back and joined by the very eclectic, unique, passionate musician, Dirt Miller. Dirt Miller is an American multi-instrumentalist and songwriter who has been entrenched in music his entire life. Dirt brings extreme passion and musicianship to all of his music. We discuss Dirt's upbringing, opening for Nathaniel Rateliff, and more.Make sure to catch Dirt's new music today!
We also talk about how Mike would do on OnlyFans, discuss the TrailerPark TImeshare, and more. Have a listen!
Monday Mar 13, 2023
Monday Mar 13, 2023
A boring week here on Verbal Shenanigans…Myth busted!!! Rachel Pizzolato takes time out of her busy schedule to chat with the guys this week. She is an inventor, was on Mythbusters Jr, competes at science fairs, beauty pageants, has over 2 million TikTok followers, and is studying to become an aeronautical engineer. We chat about her life and how she juggles her never ending interests. Find her on social media with the handle beautyandbrainswithatwist and hear her on the podcast.
We also talk about Mike's feud with bowling ball reviewer, play a new game called "Forgive or Forget Me", and Mike reveals to his parent his secret 3rd dog.
Monday Mar 06, 2023
Monday Mar 06, 2023
Spare your time as we bowl you over with another great guest this week. 9 time PBA title winner Kyle Troup drops onto the podcast for a fun chat about life on the professional bowling tour. We had some laughs and fun chatting about his two hand bowling style, life on the road at the lanes with his father Guppy Troup, his amazing fashion, and his thoughts on bowling alley shoes. Watch the PBA tour on Fox and listen to our conversation.
We also learn about some insane ways to celebrate a birthday, play a game of "Inconvenience Draft", and more. Have a listen!
Monday Feb 27, 2023
Monday Feb 27, 2023
There are so many things we can say about our next guest. Adele Bertei is an accomplished musician, filmmaker, artist, and author. Adele is a artist who has done it all. We discuss her lengthy music career which includes singing with Whitney Houston and Tears for Fears, her childhood inside and out of foster homes, the writing of 3 books, and so much more. Adele is truly interesting, funny, and full fo amazing stories. Go check her new book, "Twist :An American Girl" in stores March 14th.
We also discuss Mike's trip toa falconry, play a game to see what animals are leagal to own, and Mike's drops another erotic fan fiction on the listeners.
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
Today we are joined by David Wimbish of the North Carolina indie-pop ban, The Collection. With their new release, How to Survive and Ending, the Collection is gearing up for a new US tour. David is a super talented musician. We talk about the formation of the band, the recording of the new album, and some great experiences had in his time with the band. Go check out The Collection today.
We also play a game called "Red Pill, Blue Pill" where Mike must make some life altering decisions. Another great week on Verbal Shenanigans. Have a listen!
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
2 MC's and one DJ. And today, were getting down with no delay. Mix Master Mike whatcha got to say?
Today we are thrilled to have the legendary champion behind the turntables Mix Master Mike join us. We get to sit down and chat with him on his days competing in DJ battles, to the efforts he puts into mixing his beats, as well as his time with the Beastie Boys. Mike was such a laid back interesting guest. Go get tickets to his concert at The Venice West this March 18th after listening to this episode. Mmmm, drop!
We also talk about Mike obtaining yet another dog, save canceled celebrities by placing them in Disney movies, and a whole bunch more nonsense. Have a listen!
Monday Feb 06, 2023
Monday Feb 06, 2023
This is a BAD episode. In fact, our guest today is celebrating 50 years of Bad, Bad to the Bone that is. That's right, rock legend, George Thorogood joins us to discuss his amazing longevity, what life in rock and roll is like, and even his love of the New York Mets. George is still full of energy and passion, and is exceptionally witty. Make sure to check out George Thorogood and the Destroyers out on the "Bad All over the World" tour this summer.
We also talk tons of nonsense including how people cheat, the awkwardness of open mics, and we play a game where we discuss whether or not advertising icons could be replaced and why they would be canceled. Have a listen!
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Grip up, strap on, this episode is Over the Top. Across the table from us this week is multi national and world arm wrestling champion Monster Michael Todd. Michael was entertaining and joy to speak with. Tune in as we talk about the training involved, the injuries he sustained, comparisons to the UFC, and having a household of arm wrestling champs in the family.
We also discuss what it would be like to be related to Pocahontas, talk about a man who is dating a woman that looks 8 years old, and we talk about Mike's ridiculous toilet paper supply.