Verbal Shenanigans

#421-Greg D’Alessandro, Weekly World News

Batboy found guest hosting the Verbal Shenanigans podcast. Sounds unbelievable I know, but our next guest is capable of making that headline. CEO & Editor in Chief of the Weekly World News Greg D’Alessandro comes on our podcast to chat about taking over the tabloid, the expansion of the brand into movies, and status on bringing the magazine back out to stores. Listen in and tell us how much better Batboy is than Burlew.
We also talk about a crazy murder, sort through fake Weekly World News headlines, and bring back "Dirtbag of the Week."

#420-Perez Hilton

Want some juicy gossip? Word on the street is Verbal Shenanigans has a huge guest this week. The original celebrity blogger Perez Hilton gives us the dirt on the rise of his blog, hanging with and reporting on big names of Hollywood, legal ramifications of gossip, and what does a Perez Hilton Christmas looks like.
 
We also talk about Damar Hamlin, discuss our new sponsors, and play a game of "God Complex" where Scott must bring back one dead celebrity who died in 2022.  Who will it be?  Have a listen!

#419-Earl Cureton

Ring in the New Year with a person with 2 championship rings. Earl “The Twirl” Cureton is a former NBA champion with the Philadelphia 76ers and Houston Rockets. We talk about his career starting in college with Dick Vitale, discuss his longevity, the differences in today’s game, and hear about his connection with the community work in Detroit.
We also discuss the past year, Burlew fills us in on an unfortunate event, and we celebrate the end of the year awarding our guests "Verbies."  Listen to see who are favorite interviews of the year were!  

#418-The 2022 Christmas Spectacular

Merry Christmas everybody!  The cast has dropped just in time to listen as you finish wrapping socks and underwear.  We return with this year's annual Christmas Spectacular and it's chock full of festive nonsense.  We grow our Christmas spirt by covering the important topics like best and wost presents, the exchange of ridiculous presents, play a difficult holiday movie trivia game, and Mike is forced to redesign Christmas for the new woke generation.  A ton of fun was had.  Have a listen!

#417-Zeb Ross

And now, we dance!  This week, we are joined by viral sensation and master of fancy footwork, Zeb Ross.  You may have seen Zeb explode on social media with his unique dance style, his contageous smile, and endless swagger.  We discuss the hostory of clogging, his sudden success, his family's dance traditions, and his recent appearance on the CMA's with Peyton Manning and Luke Bryan.  Zeb is a very humble, funny, and appreciative guy.   Check out the J Creek Cloggers today! Have a listen!
 
We also go into a ton of weird places this week, including redesigning the human body, Mike's wife's strange recordings, and more.  Have a listen!

#416-Daniel Klitsner, Creator of Bop It

Play it. Dig it. Share it. Bop it.  Today, we are joined by toy creator and designer, Daniel Klitsner.  Daniel has worked for decades to design and create children's toys.  You might be familiar with one of his biggest toys, Bop It.  As Bop It turns 25 years old, we sat down and discussed everything from the design and creation process of kid's toys, the genesis of Bop It, its success, and how Daniel is planning to celebrate this momentous occassion.  Daniel is a fascinating man with a great story to share.  Have a listen!
 
We also talk all sorts of nonsense such as the Christmas Spirit, Razorback gorillas , and more.  Check it out!

#415-Scott Leysath

A man who hunts exotic game has two jackasses staring in front of him. Tonight we talk with the Sporting Chef Scott Leysath who has hosting shows on the Outdoor Channel for over a decade on hunting and preparing exotic game. We have a laid back conversation on his journey to the kitchen and television, his thoughts on other chef shows, and the adventures in traveling the world hunting and cooking game like beavers. Check out the latest season of Dead Meat and The Fishmonger on the Outdoor Channel after listening to our conversation.
 
We also talk about Scott getting followed, a great prank, and more.  Have a listen!

#414-Dr. Nicole LaBeach and Crystal Khalil

Back to weekly episodes (we’ll see for how long) here on the Verbal Shenanigans podcast!! We are joined by two amazing people with the goal to help women, Dr. Nicole LaBeach and  Crystal Khalil. Dr Nicole is a relationship doctor who also hosts the show Put a Ring On it on OWN. Crystal is a former executive with Porsche. We discuss Woman Unlimited as they assist with woman in growing their value in the workplace, as well as their success stories, and  effects of todays social changes. Check out their next seminar at www. sisterdiamonds.com after hearing our interview.
We also talk about “offensive” costumes,   Doomsday prepping, and Mike handing out rotten candy. Have a listen!

#413-Legion Of Honor

We bring you a very medieval episode to you today.  We are joined by Sean Holland, Zack Shelton, Alex Evans, and Nick Kingsbury of Legion of Honor, STL.  The guys give us some insight into the viscious, unique world of armored combat.  From what it's like to nail someone with a sword, to what why one would volunteer in this dangeorus sport, we cover it all.  We disuss everything from the cost of armor, the strategy of battle, injuries sustained, and plenty more. Just another week, with some passionate unique guests.  Have a listen!
 
We also talk about a scary experience for Mike's dogs, some interesting horse stories, and figure out whther crimes happened in Philly or Florida.  

#412-Karl Sanders. Nile

Don’t walk like an Egyptian…THRASH LIKE ONE!!! We are joined by Karl Sanders, lead singer of the death metal band Nile. We discuss his love Egyptian history and Egyptian death metal, what is metal like during the pandemic, what keeps him motivated, and his latest solo album Saurian Apocalypse that came out this year.
 
We also talk about Burlew's rona, a failed Disney trip, Dahmer, and Aaron Judge.  Have a listen!