https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/riffs-n-rants--5030236enMusic HistoryCopyright John Whiteheadhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/64a7417def7497a1c643663e8caeadf2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/riffs-n-rants--5030236Wed, 28 Aug 2024 01:23:59 +0000John WhiteheadJohn Whiteheadfeeds@spreaker.comThe official podcast of Big Boom Radio - Both barrels from both sides, and a lot of good music too.false4d46f8b7-db4f-571d-a3fb-9ee0ee828ed6episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-177-it-s-a-wide-world-of-sorts--61179390bd962c47-6344-49af-a20a-418be43ddbbdWed, 28 Aug 2024 00:38:04 +0000John WhiteheadThe debut of our NEW co-host, Tye The Eurochick! Get to know Johnny's new muse as we discuss world travel and if it's worth getting out of bed and eating weird food. PLUS- everybody loves a tourist trap and we discuss some good ones and some bad ones!3701false9177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-176-this-is-cnn-again--61072298e18affdd-4260-4dba-8fb6-f3a40d707753Sun, 18 Aug 2024 17:52:00 +0000John WhiteheadWelcome CNN back to the world of journalistic integrity!! It's been a long time. PLUS...all things Mad Max - a love letter from a fan...namely Johnny Teflon. Who knew? AND...Johnny's way-too-early SuperBowl prediction.2989false8176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-175-you-can-t-spell-abandon-without-brandon--6075959347ff4b7c-3262-41bd-9dea-e0f39f3c46bdSun, 21 Jul 2024 21:02:22 +0000John WhiteheadThe DNC might as well have their convention in the middle of the north Atlantic, cause the ship is definitely going down! Who's to blame and do they have no shame? PLUS...the price of a stamp rises once again because we're all too stupid not to buy...3181false8175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-174-that-s-debatable--606206551f63db38-5dcd-4dd1-be1f-75995c9b9611Sat, 06 Jul 2024 21:11:30 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny dives into the nuances of the disaster known as the first debate- The Illogical vs The Unintelligible. And consider the options if President Biden bows out- because clearly no one in this administration has. PLUS- Over the past few years,...2862false8174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-173-the-green-green-grass-of-home-plate--6038173441c13133-dfb1-4c86-b8ed-37234ce0e3e0Fri, 14 Jun 2024 05:45:25 +0000John WhiteheadLet's talk about the Congressional Baseball Game- a shining example of working for the greater good until selfish protestors do what they do. PLUS- Happy 84th Birthday to the Green Lantern! You don't look a day over 79!3153false8173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-172-kicked-to-the-curb--6019047762348da9-ab90-42b4-914b-dc50b511b34bMon, 27 May 2024 17:38:04 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny flies solo and delivers all the latest news on some practical applications of AI. PLUS...learn to read the room, Butker. As usual, the placekicker is the loneliest guy in the room.3177false8172fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-171-magical-movie-music--60031736b17e1614-88ae-4059-91ce-008807b64889Tue, 14 May 2024 18:08:25 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and the boys discuss missing the magic of movie soundtracks like we had in the 80's & 90's and talk about our favorites. PLUS- the three of us dish on our Top 3 Favorite movie musicals....and a long-held secret of Andy B is finally revealed!!3503false8171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-170-xbox-to-box-office--59481753d9d2b25f-6627-40a5-8ba0-bf9830ccf549Tue, 16 Apr 2024 02:00:54 +0000John WhiteheadWhatever happened to the American Sitcom? Johnny is joined by Andy and Jon as they discuss the lighthearted television staple know as the situation comedy. PLUS....Superhero movies are dead...long live Video Game adaptations! We talk about what works...4118false8170fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-169-bridging-the-gap--59271168a4472444-44b1-47b2-a6cd-96c17794bc07Wed, 03 Apr 2024 02:59:31 +0000John WhiteheadBuild back better....if you believe that there's a bridge in Baltimore I'd like to sell you. Let's examine what happened and THEN worry about whose fault it is. PLUS....what's so scary about a different opinion? The sound of one hand clapping.3150false8169fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-168-from-gaza-to-atlantis--5891103824504453-7c7f-431a-aaba-8f73b2dcd9faSun, 03 Mar 2024 22:57:45 +0000John WhiteheadPressure is mounting for a cease-fire in Gaza, and the leader of the free world folds like a house of cards to scoop up as many votes as he can. A different take on the politics of restraint. PLUS....Johnny reviews Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.3047false8168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-167-the-fast-the-foodish-iii-a-whopper-of-a-tale--5874528246be4842-f4cc-43e7-a5e3-84ddcdf038afMon, 19 Feb 2024 22:42:37 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny is joined By Andy B and Jon James for the 3rd jewel in the Fast & Foodish trilogy- and clearly our finest entry yet. Let your stomach be your guide as we discuss all things fast food. PLUS- Vinnie Mac and the Case Of The Scandalous Scat.3479false8167fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-166-border-disorder--585691126a11191c-5bd9-4b25-8a72-68ba9e87658fSun, 04 Feb 2024 21:48:11 +0000John WhiteheadThey coming rougher every time. The immigration crisis is boiling over and there's plenty of blame to go around but not much accountability. Also, water is wet. PLUS...why it's so easy to hate Iran. It's time for more fun in the sun in the land of...3027false8166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-165-goodbyes-and-beginnings--58315568a4b0c6d5-bb6d-42cd-b6b4-ba87b97a0283Tue, 16 Jan 2024 01:27:14 +0000John WhiteheadA new era begins as we bid farewell to a dear friend and open a new chapter in the Riffs N Rants Podcast. PLUS....the election cycle begins with the Iowa caucus and what's the skinny on the beef between Jimmy Kimmel and Aaron Rogers?3112false8165fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-164-on-smashin-on-grabbin-on-shoppin-on-liftin--579001576069ea14-083b-42bc-b8d4-76dbc818a317Mon, 04 Dec 2023 01:26:06 +0000John WhiteheadHoliday shopping season is here, and the boys take a look at the state of disgrace that is retail thievery. Featuring a special interview with an industry insider to get the real scoop on just how bad the situation is. PLUS- we reminisce about the...3674false7164fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-163-kaiju-gesundheit--57738731fb4e2745-56fe-41a0-88bc-3fc3153b8035Mon, 20 Nov 2023 21:38:45 +0000John WhiteheadMonster movies are back again and in a BIG way. The era of superheroes is over, long live Godzilla, Kong, and the rest! PLUS- the ugly little sports story that won't go away. It's Coach Harbaugh and the Michigan Wolverines versus everybody as the...3655false7163fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-the-premiere--5769273866fd7054-a3f5-4f01-ab6e-6dcd8c2c99efFri, 17 Nov 2023 22:43:09 +0000John WhiteheadIt's flashback time as we re-air the very first episode of the Riffs N Rants Podcast from about 3 years ago. Much has changed, but the basic message has not. Civilized debate in an uncivilized society- we need it now more than ever.3029false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-162-chasing-the-past-with-a-shot-of-bitters--575850160e7a276a-a649-4b83-b633-3b22fe1662e9Fri, 10 Nov 2023 02:02:16 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael review the latest and "last" Beatles song and why they're glad it's the latter. PLUS...sometimes dead is better. The cottage industry of cloning pets is taking off and the fur is flying!3199false7162fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-161-hell-on-earth--5736115861cc12b0-86b3-4802-a601-013fed4796dcTue, 24 Oct 2023 00:45:16 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael let slip the dogs of war in their utter disgust of society's "understanding". We explore the meaning of "evil" in 2023. PLUS- our Top 3 Movies Featuring A Dystopian Future. An emotional rollercoaster of an episode.3503false7161fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-160-bugger-off-we-re-shagging-here--5717202749f9c7e1-579b-4740-8988-21bef32afa36Mon, 09 Oct 2023 20:27:18 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael are flying high again with tales of ribaldry at 30,000 feet. And just WHO is flying your plane, anyway? PLUS...Paris is in a world of maird as bedbugs paint the town red ahead of the Summer Olympics. Let's see if they take the gold...3227false7160fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-159-dress-to-depress--57020182e3b2cda4-ee01-4cd5-a7d4-0da9d316e02dMon, 25 Sep 2023 02:32:18 +0000John WhiteheadThe boys discuss the new lax standards of dress in our senate and how this plan is ill-suited to the task at hand. PLUS- talking about BAD movies, and examining some flicks that were so bad they made us angry!3746false7159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-158-why-don-t-we-get-drunk-and-vote--570201941d65c83a-d976-4f32-a2e5-a00674da52a2Sun, 10 Sep 2023 12:27:52 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael discuss the political stalemate gripping the country and how we became complacent with two bad choices for the highest office in the land. PLUS- What elevates an artist to the rarified air of "Cult" status, and how Jimmy Buffett...3466false7158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-157-over-the-hill-on-capitol-hill--570202054bdb46f9-85aa-441c-b756-d2a1f9cb0e49Sat, 02 Sep 2023 07:49:57 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny flies solo on this one and gives both barrels on aging and cognitive testing for our senior leaders. PLUS...the podcast nobody asked for, wanted, or needed is here, and relax Alec Baldwin- it ain't about you.2654false7157fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-156-presidential-puppets-and-pontoon-pugilism--570201969f4c5c6f-d0c3-4236-83f1-b7b70cec534eSun, 13 Aug 2023 20:34:13 +0000John WhiteheadAnd you thought the Cabinet of Dr. Caligari was bad- Johnny and Michael look behind the curtain of the Biden administration and try to discern who's actually calling the shots in Washington. PLUS- brawlin' on the river and Union Square during a week...3088false7156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-155-the-duality-of-legality--57020192a6cbd424-f5ff-45ee-b82d-8506b4ed665bSat, 29 Jul 2023 14:34:41 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael discuss some vices that have now been legalized with varying levels of success. What's the next hill to fall in the morality war? PLUS- Why does Hollywood always try to portray character flaws in a glamorous light? We take apart a...3290false7155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-154-act-naturally--570201863a816f37-522d-4f41-a773-19c0aac5cb53Sun, 16 Jul 2023 20:17:51 +0000John WhiteheadThe boys try to find a sympathetic character in the SAG AFTRA strike and act like they give a damn. These jokes write themselves. PLUS- it's time for a highly competitive edition of "Lyrically Speaking".3562false7154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-153-downloading-and-downsizing--570201999f033928-31ff-4281-954c-62765fe17899Thu, 13 Jul 2023 01:44:44 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael discuss the latest apps and how they're one step above the lottery in terms of securing ones financial future. PLUS- Trouble over at the Worldwide Bleeder and ESPN's talent pool purge. Goodbye to another chapter of our youth.3201false7153fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-152-the-road-less-googled--5702019521a46c09-81dd-4d07-a2e3-1716323ac580Tue, 04 Jul 2023 18:43:08 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael discuss the new bars set for entertainment, and how when truth is stranger than fiction, themeparks and summer blockbusters just don't cut it anymore. PLUS - it's a jungle out there trying to cancel an Amazon membership...and the...3457false7152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-151-remember-the-titan--570202130684f23b-bb78-4c7c-b99c-4259014b5fd1Sun, 25 Jun 2023 20:27:30 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael remember the doomed Titan and analyze the who, what, when , where, and of course- why? Extreme tourism has entered the chatroom. PLUS- our Top 3 Nautical Adventure Movies of all time and a look at some major changes to the podcast...4783false7151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-150-the-head-the-tail-the-whole-damn-thing--57020188ff9a1211-8dcc-49d0-ae29-e45b34db0f3aMon, 19 Jun 2023 02:20:42 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael stare into the abyss at a burgeoning crime story almost too heinous to believe. PLUS- we jump the gun and dive head first into a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the movie JAWS. With musical selections by Jane's Addiction,...3754false6150fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-149-hell-hath-no-furry--57020204db59a4b4-ef5a-4afb-8ee2-28f55eab2b3dMon, 05 Jun 2023 01:22:49 +0000John WhiteheadLions and Tigers and Bears got nothin' on adults dressing up as fluffy critters with animated libidos! Johnny and Michael dive into the convoluted concept of Furries and why they're on Florida's endangered species list. PLUS...Hello Fresh monkeys...3658false6149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-148-woke-e-locks-and-the-3-unbearable-conservatives--57020201e40e69c2-ef50-4e73-8f13-1fd01fa9f11aMon, 22 May 2023 01:30:23 +0000John WhiteheadIt's the return of the Riffs N Rants Players, with new cast-member Suzie Q! From the same maniacs who brought you Rumpelstiltskin and The Gift of the Magi. A modern twist on a classic tale of the Haves, Have Nots, and Gonna Gets. PLUS....a timely...2665false6148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-147-the-following-is-a-public-lip-service-announcement--57020187e8f47744-fc97-42b8-815b-b734605a5e61Sun, 07 May 2023 20:53:53 +0000John WhiteheadDo this, don't do that, and never mind why. Michael and Johnny express their disappointment with those crafty play-on-words devices known as public service slogans. PLUS let's talk about all those mother's out there...for Mothers Day!!! With musical...3478false6147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-146-wham-bam-thank-you-glam--57020207948158fc-b429-4a11-a331-8546c92e627bSun, 30 Apr 2023 22:58:23 +0000John WhiteheadMichael and Johnny delve into the study of the Anti-Hero: origins, examples, and their enduring popularity. Sometimes, the good guys wear black. PLUS- the boys focus on a oft-overlooked niche of Rock N Roll- the Glam years! With musical selections...3766false6146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-145-to-4-day-or-not-to-4-day-that-is-the-question--57020181c84340ca-6f6d-4eae-8cad-f2a3b0f76671Sun, 23 Apr 2023 15:19:51 +0000John WhiteheadWorking hard vs hardly working- the age-old debate is back in the news as proponents of the shorter work week wake up from their siestas to preach the virtues of work-life balance. PLUS Johnny and Michael share their Top 3 Worst Bosses EVER. With...3736false6145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-144-nature-vs-nurture-vs-nike--57020215837af7bc-4345-4b98-8cb1-81932bccecebSun, 09 Apr 2023 18:15:52 +0000John WhiteheadTransgenderism is corporate America's latest market niche. Anheuser-Busch and Nike pour themselves a tall cool glass of divisiveness, but with a significant difference. PLUS we acknowledge the toughest women of all time and use the term "broad" with...3526false6144fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-143-the-devil-on-the-deep-blue-sea--570201830e11df7e-1a0a-4d5e-81df-38db302beb5aSun, 26 Mar 2023 14:20:58 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny Teflon's yelling at clouds and he's got a bone to pick with the Cruise Industry. PLUS- multiple nations have their sites set on the moon- but what time is it up there and what are the Top 10 things we can expect to see up there once man starts...3265false6143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-142-groovy--5702020326ed63bf-1f58-43e3-a19b-5ac5363582c0Sun, 12 Mar 2023 19:07:58 +0000John WhiteheadThis time around we're ALL about the 1970's! Johnny and Michael discuss the odd geopolitical and social parallels between now and the 197os. PLUS- Let's dive headfirst into the phenomenon of the 70's known as the variety show- especially those set to...3996false6142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-141-deus-ex-machina--531641237c0676ff-14b9-4a74-8c06-e40c5c46700aSun, 05 Mar 2023 19:29:20 +0000John WhiteheadIt's a whole lotta Michael Sean Lee as he helms this episode of technological mayhem. A.I. takes center stage as the current science-spawned boogieman. PLUS - it's youth gone mild as the Luddites just say NO to social media. With musical selections by...3685false6141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-140-pardon-me-boy-is-that-the-vinyl-chloride-choo-choo--5316412442aaaeaf-4d5d-4033-92c7-317f2d755b84Sun, 26 Feb 2023 18:30:45 +0000John WhiteheadDon't let the glib title fool you- the boys go after Norfolk Southern and the total shitshow that is the derailment in East Palestine OH. PLUS- CNN sours on Don Lemon and his views on women cognitive tests for the elderly in power. With musical...3622false6140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-139-harry-potter-and-the-terrible-terfs--531641349e550d80-de2b-4853-85bb-7b6f88e7f0e0Sun, 12 Feb 2023 18:29:17 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny reviews the 3 most promising new DC projects in the works. PLUS what's worse than discriminating against real people? Discriminating against FICTIONAL people. Cue up Harry Potter and the Terrible TERFs as we launch a counterattack on those...3519false6139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-138-elephants-donkeys-and-morons--531641305f85bc3f-ca4c-4cdd-8333-eba5f6a5afd2Sun, 05 Feb 2023 16:26:08 +0000John WhiteheadThis episode leads off with a very special editorial from Johnny Teflon. Then we dive into Americas recent obsession with sending absolute clowns to represent us in ALL levels of government. PLUS- it's time for another Halftime extravaganza! The...4050false6138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-137-burnt-up-on-re-entry--531641425b037af3-a31c-4212-bde6-213d98c844a7Sun, 22 Jan 2023 16:53:35 +0000John WhiteheadIt's time to play "Where Are They Now?" as we catch up with some of our former subjects after their 15 minutes of fame have passed. ALSO- there's always been a certain camaraderie amongst astronauts and cosmonauts but as the space race heats up, will...4031false6137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-136-how-to-get-into-heaven-tonight-at-11--531641323cc86064-fd96-4d7f-a81d-f263c90c848eSun, 15 Jan 2023 19:53:05 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael rail against the infusion of religion into Fox News. They're not kidding anyone. PLUS- Nothing to fear except , well -everything. Our Top 3 irrational fears. With musical selections by Genesis, Johnny Cash, Blue Oyster Cult, and...3821false6136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-135-are-you-not-entertained--531641350efad432-8161-4147-bb32-1fa9d57bb254Tue, 10 Jan 2023 02:15:08 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael refuse to play ball by the rules of the goodwill police. We examine the inherent violence in our favorite sports and the hypocrisy of outrage when things go south. PLUS....Woke on the way out? A new survey by the NY Times seems to...4038false6135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-134-screw-you-22--53164125168f56e4-db65-4d8a-bbff-3ba0a0631024Tue, 20 Dec 2022 19:34:07 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael resolve to bestow knowledge and advice to those who don't deserve it AND we celebrate years end with our respective Bugaboos. With musical selectioms by JD McPherson, The Who, Days Of The New, and a bonus track featuring Monte Python.3669false6134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-133-i-ll-be-prone-for-christmas--53164133f4ea2161-a2c6-4d0d-9c68-48a66f7d27e5Sun, 11 Dec 2022 17:11:28 +0000John WhiteheadIn our annual Christmas episode, the Riffs N Rants Players present "The Gift of the Magi", a timeless classic re-imagined for our purposes! PLUS our Top 3 Non-Traditional Christmas Movies! With musical selections by Billy Squier, The Royal...3473false6133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-132-finding-succor-in-soccer--53164140acec664d-787d-48d9-8c73-e51b5f48d267Sun, 04 Dec 2022 21:17:12 +0000John WhiteheadThe world is watching the World Cup!!! Well, except for our hosts who are too consumed by the underlying scandals, sycophants, and slavery going on in full swing in order to bring this bloated spectacle to life. Wait...SLAVERY? PLUS we look at...3840false6132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-130-the-bat-and-the-copycat--5316413854c73864-ebef-4e19-813a-b32d70ccb414Mon, 21 Nov 2022 02:50:25 +0000John WhiteheadThe boys tackle the "true crime" genre and ponder the effects of murder as entertainment, and the inevitable emergence of copycat crimes. PLUS...the death of the voice of Batman sparks a conversation on those who've portrayed the Dark Knight on...3713false5130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-126-the-ecology-of-the-american-karen--53164131a3188405-5912-4cf6-8da1-96df29712828Sun, 16 Oct 2022 18:31:18 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael deep dive into the psychological phenomenon known as "Karenism". What it is, what it does, and why the hell it's out of control. PLUS our favorite Karens of stage and screen! With musical selections by Elton John, David Bowie,...3516false5126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-123-celluloid-cellulite-sun-and-sin--531641412c35dc87-e033-4030-bd64-45b04af00d04Sun, 18 Sep 2022 22:31:10 +0000John WhiteheadMichael defends the honor of California and the dream that is "The West Coast Lifestyle", as Johnny can't see it through all the smoke, smog, and human debris. Mind you don't cut yourself on those shattered dreams! PLUS- the boys fill a time capsule...3470false5123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-121-tik-tok-y-all-please-stop--53164126c31aac92-b789-4cd0-a884-71508c1e8380Sun, 28 Aug 2022 00:20:56 +0000John WhiteheadMichael Sean Lee dislikes social media, and this time sets his sights on Tik Tok- bastion of entertainment snippets, skits, and SPYING? PLUS....Johnny and Michael battle it out on a new segment known as "Know More Lyrics". Featuring musical...3312false5121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-112-back-to-minding-our-own-business--531641371029cfb3-ba38-4b7f-a42f-f4a55c8b0e33Sun, 22 May 2022 16:08:53 +0000John WhiteheadThe worm has turned and it looks like big business is spurning prophets for profits. Johnny and Michael examine the turning of the tide and the possible end to woke culture. PLUS another scintillating episode of Lyrically Speaking- 80's Edition. With...3543false5112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-111-armageddon-the-f-outta-here--53164127532873bd-da3b-4fb7-a243-8e1d314a8d73Sun, 15 May 2022 17:23:24 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny takes us to school on global thermonuclear war. PLUS Johnny and Michael discuss activism and the "wrong execution of the right idea". Sometimes less is more and these are some of the best of the worst. With musical selections by the Crazy...3393false5111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-104-buried-treasure-gold-bull-yarns--5316414419c4c10a-5a8e-4405-851a-84194cccce24Sun, 13 Mar 2022 16:29:21 +0000John WhiteheadLet's take a break from reality and talk about the adventure of treasure hunting! Modern technology has made finding that big score easier than ever!! PLUS Johnny and Michael discuss their Top 3 treasure-hunting movies of all time with some...3563false5104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-98-baloney-cheese-and-meat-loaf--48444651206a985f-734f-4a80-b979-39eb9c8635abWed, 26 Jan 2022 01:12:27 +0000John WhiteheadMichael and Johnny talk voting rights and political one upmanship. PLUS we talk about a new take on super-heroics courtesy of Peacemaker and The Boys. Featuring musical selections from the Dead Kennedys, Kid Rock, and Meat Loaf.3380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-97-insurrections-are-common-during-puberty--48327787f9aade2b-772d-4798-a6d5-4aafcb3fc182Mon, 17 Jan 2022 03:00:15 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael discuss the legacy of the "Insurrection" and how conflicting partisan narratives muddy the waters. ALSO - China's lament: Lots of Space, but a bit Musky. Featuring musical selections by Pink Floyd, David Bowie, and the late Ronnie...3396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-95-80-s-arcana-and-avian-assassins--47910260c585eb58-3d29-4f1a-914f-f385c44d2c99Mon, 13 Dec 2021 22:17:41 +0000John WhiteheadMichael Sean Lee drives the bus to crazyville- and Hollywood's growing obsession with treating the 1980's like the 1880's. PLUS...BIRDS ARE REAL...aren't they? With musical selections by the Police, Bruce Springsteen, and Steve Miller.2914falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-93-ferris-bueller-s-day-of-reckoning--47710073af1b3e9b-4c2d-45b9-b8d1-a6258f32c313Mon, 29 Nov 2021 20:25:53 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael go back to the Big 80's and look at things thru the lens of Woke culture. And then we kick puppies. No really- 80's pop culture was a scary place and we break down some things that just wouldn't fly today.. PLUS our Top Albums of...4184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-92-doom-gloom-vava-voom--4760703228d9c856-62f4-4db5-9650-d481a6bcd9a6Mon, 22 Nov 2021 19:20:24 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and MSL discuss the trials and tribulations of justice in America, by way of the cherubic vigilante, Kyle Rittenhouse. PLUS we look fondly on famous judges of stage and screen- because they're SO much more entertaining than the real thing- or...3369falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-91-spoiled-sports--4748642126def5dc-6e01-de30-9ad7-85ed7cb5f85eMon, 15 Nov 2021 16:36:09 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and MSL tackle big time sports in a big time way- pointing fingers and throwing zingers. PLUS...Lyrically Speaking goes back to the 80's....PLUS 2 special goodbyes from the broadcasting community.3900falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-90-waving-a-red-cape--473755653833e6d3-248d-041a-4ec7-e98d6c5b13b7Mon, 08 Nov 2021 16:52:42 +0000John WhiteheadCatching that post-election Crimson Wave! Michael and Johnny trade notes on the surprising upsets from Tuesday...and discuss some causes and effects on the big picture. PLUS- superhero movies that need to be made NOW- when we need them the most.3738falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-89-shootout-at-the-woke-k-corral--47261872b3ae9ee9-79f5-20ba-e5a3-156ca3a2e852Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:29:37 +0000John WhiteheadMichael and Johnny discuss the nuances of the tragic shooting on the set of "Rust". PLUS we flex our full nerd plumage as we discuss the pros and cons of Dune Part One. Spicy!3767falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-88-up-up-and-a-gay--47147935e4a5312a-f7e7-8de5-709b-927916bfa6b7Mon, 25 Oct 2021 17:19:05 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny & Michael discuss the recent spate of sexual retconning going on in DC Comics. SPOILER: The only villains here are the accountants. PLUS our favorite Hollywood movies about macabre mysteries and salacious scandals!3993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-87-fast-the-foodish-ii-diarrhea-before-dawn--47071801ddf8468e-ab06-5d77-cf58-d94e8da1bf98Thu, 21 Oct 2021 00:09:11 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny is joined by Andy and Jon for the sequel no one knew they needed until they got hungry. More musings on the best and worst fast food options out there. PLUS some of the worst fast food mascots ever AND building the ultimate combo meal.4131falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-86-impoochment--469492780d87ec69-3bbe-f8c3-299b-b9a022dca396Wed, 13 Oct 2021 02:36:25 +0000John WhiteheadLove might be blind but it ain't free, especially when you love your pet. Pet ownership is surging and the business of pet ownership is booming - be it a dog, a cat, or a monkey-tailed skink. PLUS another soul-satisfying installment of Fool Of The Week.3897falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-85-protected-or-prosecuted--46822430528f218a-94ee-4f11-8da0-ff9e707c68e9Mon, 04 Oct 2021 23:55:15 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny and Michael talk vaccination mandates - and fairness versus facts. It's time to go along to get along. PLUS- our favorite band names of all time...PLUS a legend calls it a day.3980falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-84-rage-rage-against-the-dying-of-the-likes--46712008640df736-4dfa-942f-e4fa-8e48802af803Mon, 27 Sep 2021 18:00:11 +0000John WhiteheadMichael Sean Lee thumbs his nose at the social media hit squads and goes after Facebook. There's a lot of skeletons in their virtual cloud. ALSO..we prep for family gathering season with a segment on famous families who just can't get along.3642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-83-queens-of-the-drone-age--466053361e8db9b3-868e-12b2-c178-69bf61b4d72aMon, 20 Sep 2021 18:10:36 +0000John WhiteheadThe boys drone on about drones and the video-game approach to war that makes 3rd world countries hate us so much. PLUS...How DARE you be pretty in the age of woke!, and the merits of coming in second.3494falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-82-abba-costello--46501787b7f8f89d-3536-7657-3ef3-c4d1270526f1Mon, 13 Sep 2021 17:23:40 +0000John WhiteheadWhat's the next step for the economy and the American worker? Johnny and Michael discuss the symptoms pointing towards, potentially, a much bigger problem. PLUS a 70's staple returns and another highly competitive round of "Lyrically Speaking"!3764falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-81-faster-than-a-streaming-bullet--46392568dfefc257-db24-445c-f793-166683da3206Mon, 06 Sep 2021 03:10:37 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny flies solo and reports on America's obsession with "True Crime". ALSO a timely visit from Professor Snuff and a rant on the new Texas gun law, All this and 4 top shelf gems!2685falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-80-biden-the-storm-out--46306554171362b5-4b7f-2b19-1096-9156b12eb2a9Tue, 31 Aug 2021 02:16:48 +0000John WhiteheadThere's hell to pay in Afghanistan and Johnny don't like it one bit. PLUS the boys wax philosophically on what the Rolling Stones mean to them and the passing of Charlie Watts. All with some great Stones songs too!3609falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-79-hospitality-depravity-sexuality--46118450b70ae367-51ae-aad1-62bb-3afb7e962533Mon, 16 Aug 2021 20:08:58 +0000John WhiteheadThe boys discuss "Survivors Burnout" and take a stand for the hospitality industry. PLUS another episode of Fool Of The Week and an incredulous reaction to a bi-sexual bird.4163falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-78-a-shot-in-the-dark--460744393f4b2b90-f986-2f46-d255-eeb61464de7eThu, 12 Aug 2021 23:45:43 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny flies solo once again to bring you rants on the unwashed and unvaccinated. ALSO another installment of Fool Of The Week and Johnny's Way-To-Early Superbowl predictions.2824falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-77-the-fast-and-the-foodish--459499118cc35157-ff56-de36-df30-971aa372f59aTue, 03 Aug 2021 12:06:40 +0000John WhiteheadJohnny is joined by Andy and Jon James to discuss the magical world of fast food- top hits, top misses, and long-lost favorites t we'd love to see again. PLUS- our favorite fast food commercials of all time! All this an a lot of good music too!3373falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-76-taken-out-at-the-ballgame--459161491a7a0fb6-0669-8e69-ed10-bd0aaf01ae41Thu, 22 Jul 2021 03:55:44 +0000John WhiteheadLive sports just ain't what they used to be. Dodging foul balls has been replaced by other projectiles, like cups of beer or bullets. PLUS- the guys listen to their inner voices and decide whether to tolerate the unvaccinated.3657falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-74-a-symphony-of-chicanery--459161513f62ce3b-09b4-2d8e-f622-d081b0c3b62fTue, 13 Jul 2021 12:38:35 +0000John WhiteheadThe fertile Garden of Eden known as Afghanistan is about to get new tenants- China. Johnny and MSL break down the symphony of chicanery. PLUS- The billionaires club scrambles to become the first into space and to fill the heavens with tourists.3533falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-73-einstein-or-frankenstein--459162521d0d79fd-5d1d-c17b-ad7c-b1bb1b88666cTue, 06 Jul 2021 20:30:01 +0000John WhiteheadWhen not curing cancer or halting a pandemic, those wacky science-types DO get into some shenanigans. Join us a we lift the tarp on some ongoing projects that are a little, well...horrific. PLUS a new mind-bending episode of IT DEPENDS HOW YOU LOOK...3252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-72-reel-to-real--45916253526cfd16-e1a2-31bc-1508-48583e9faa43Tue, 22 Jun 2021 03:11:20 +0000John WhiteheadThe boys talk from the heart about those instances when the music really mattered in their lives and made them who they are. PLUS our favorite fictional (?) bands of all time!3721falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-71-ghosts-busted-open--45916156764eacb2-3e12-1743-74e5-63cb25dc8057Mon, 14 Jun 2021 00:15:15 +0000John WhiteheadA departure from the norm, as Johnny is joined by Jon James- Humorist, Barfly, Wrestling and Ghostbusters aficionado for an hour about humor, bars, wrestling, and Ghostbusters. PLUS= Things we miss about the 80's!3620falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-70-close-encounters-of-the-nerd-kind--459162551127d6af-5508-5fab-f89f-20132c823051Mon, 07 Jun 2021 17:07:36 +0000John WhiteheadThe guys break down the recent spate of UFO sightings, government reports, and calls for investigations and then exchange theories on what they are and where they're from. The answers will surprise you! PLUS...our Top 3 Movies About Space That Don't...3805falsefull