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 survivors. Join Scott,and cohost, Mike, for comical banter, funny games, and amazing guests. Life is funny. Laugh at it.
Episodes
Tuesday May 02, 2023
#434-Alain Robert
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Don’t look down on this podcast as The French Spiderman, Alain Robert climbs into our guest chair this week. Alain has been on the news for climbing the worlds tallest buildings with just no climbing equipment nor safety equipment. We get into details of Alain’s reasoning for climbing, why his mountain climbs are more dangerous, the reaction from the authorities, and even the advances in technology to document his climbs.
We also play a very unique game called "Dark Side of Disney" where we delve into the shady side of the World's Happiest Place. Have a listen!
Monday Apr 24, 2023
#433-Blaire Boone-Migura
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Cultured eye with the Podcast Guys. This week we bring on Blair Boone-Migura. Blair life has taken him all over the world being a writer, a lecturer, a radio host in Hawaii, and founding the Art Song Preservation Society of New York. He was also one of the original cast on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. We discuss his full life, the balance, and doing gymnastics in front of a cop. Go to https://www.artsongpreservationsocietyny.org/ after listening to our show.
We also pack in a ton of nonsense into this episode. Scott tells a story entitle "Big Peanut", Mike gets stuck behind a man shipping a cat head, and Mike absolutley loses it with an origin story about one of his unique neighbors. Have a listen!
Monday Apr 17, 2023
#432-Billy Sheehan
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Billy Sheehan has done it all in the music industry. From playing with the likes of Steve Vai, David Lee Roth, Mr. BIg, Niacin, and The Winery Dogs, Billy remains one of the world's best bass players. Billy is full of life, still incredibly creative, and still working as hard as ever. We discuss Billy's longevity, his views on the music industry, and the drive to still learn new things. Go see Billy with both the WInery Dogs and Mr. Big today!
We also discuss the future of podcasting, how we would reboot our lives, and more. Have a listen!
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
#431-Paul Templer Returns
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
#430-Steve Kilbey, The Church
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
#429-Dirt Miller
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
#428-Rachel Pizzolato
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
#427- Kyle Troup
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
#426-Adele Bertei
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
#425-David Wimbish,The Collection
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!