Riffs N Rants

Michael 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 selections by Rancid, The J. Geils Band, and The Rolling Stones.

The boys break down the trial of the century, Brittney Griner vs Mother Russia. Well, not really. PLUS- we examine the slew of winners this year for the Presidential Medal of Freedom....the latest formerly prestigious award to no longer be worth its weight in manure. With musical selections by Glenn Frey, The Interrupters, and Billy Joel.

Johnny and Michael explore the legend and enduring popularity of the King of Rock N Roll, Elvis Presley...PLUS- our Top 3 favorite musical biopics of all time and a farewell to James Caan. Featuring musical selections by Elvis Presley.

Johnny and Michael do the proverbial jig on the grave of the Chrisley entertainment empire. Good riddance and what took so long? PLUS...end of an era as Gene Simmons announces the retirement of KISS- an American original and 70's pop culture icons. With musical selections by KISS.

A liberal DA is outed in San Francisco as crime and chaos run rampant. Los Angeles is getting ready to follow suit. Voters are more dangerous when they're scared than when they're angry, and we make a case for blue cities going purple. PLUS...a lesson in common sense and civility from the most unlikely source...alright alright alright. With musical selections by Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, JR...

The new Biden Press Secretary brings not only experience, charm, and a Scary Spice haircut- but a long term relationship with a cable news titan. We discuss the fear of leaks- and not just from the waterbed. PLUS- it's CONN season and the boys share who they would shell out money for to claim that boyhood fantasy photo-op. With musical selections by The Buzzcocks, Filter, and American Hi Fi.

The 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 musical selections by The Beatles, Tenacious D, and Jane's Addiction.

Johnny 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 World of Arthur Brown, Blondie, and The Spin Doctors.

2+ years on the front lines and NOW, in the waning days of Covid 19 - Johnny joins the ranks of the infirmed. It's a very special episode where we can't get enough Snuff- Professor Snuff that is- and every segment of "The Dr. Is Incognito" we've done. Featuring musical selections by Ted Nugent, Blue Oyster Cult, and Humble Pie.

It's time for America's favorite pastime- BEANBALL! Michael and Johnny discuss the continuing trend of baseball batters getting hit by pitches. It's on the rise and showing no signs of slowing down. PLUS...sometimes an act is TOO tough to follow, and we call out our top 3 Hollywood offenders! ALSO- oh Cam- you've said too much. With musical selections by The Lemonheads, The Who, and The Climax Blu...

Johnny Teflon flies solo again and zeroes in on charities gone bad- expect the unexpected. PLUS a timely visit from Professor Snuff and the "Doctor Is Incognito" talking about the absence off class in the classroom. With musical selections by 10cc, Pink Floyd, and Jethro Tull.

Witness the unravelling of a dictatorship before our very eyes as Putin hears the hounds. It's only a matter of time now. PLUS- the Riffs N Rants Players present Rumplestiltskin....a timely tale of greed and comeuppance! Possibly the most amazing segment we've ever done. Featuring musical selections by The Interrupters, Blondie, and John Stewart w/Stevie Nicks. Enjoy!

Let'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 surprising "fanboy" moments! Featuring musical selections by The Who, Billy Joel, and They Might Be Giants.

Michael Sean Lee goes scorched-earth on Tik Tok and the emerging narrative that it's putting our youth at risk. PLUS Johnny takes the Olympics to task for being bloated and irrelevant. With musical selections by Queen, Van Halen, and ACDC.

Riffs N Rants reaches the 100 episode milestone! Celebrate with us as we induct the 2021 class into the Big Boom Radio HOF, plus Johnny and Michael hand out the 3rd Annual POS Awards, and the new "Good Guy" award. A super-sized 90 minute party! With musical selections by Bill Haley and his Comets, The Ramones, Bruce Springsteen, U2, and Soundgarden.

Michael 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.

Johnny 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 Spector.

Michael 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.

A collection of thoughts, skits, and snips from the last 25 episodes featuring Johnny, Michael, Jon, Andy, and Professor Snuff. With music by Van Halen and Skid Row.

Johnny 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 the 80's! Featuring music by Gary Numan, The Cars, and INXS.

Johnny 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 at least less obnoxious. Featuring music by Johnny Cash, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and Warren Zevon.

Michael 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!

Johnny & 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!

Johnny 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.

Love 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.