Verbal Shenanigans

Arrr you ready for another wild week?  This week, we are joined by Björn "Bellows" Malmos, a founding member of the Swedish pirate themed band, Ye Banished Privateers.  Björn does just about everything from vocals to accordion, to harmonica, to various percussion.  The band has transformed their live show into an amazing display of pirate songs, history lessons, and tradition, with up to 30 member...

Would you wear Jeffrey Dahmer's glasses? Could you throw knives and not hit a spinning, moving  human target?  Well, we know a guy can do both.  Dr. David Adamovich was a professor of physiology, and at the age of 50,  decided to change his career. He became the Great Throwdini, a knife thrower with over 40 world records to his name. We find out about the journey including getting permission from...

Shenanigans are really swell, stupid banter and a big story to tell (Side effects of Shenanigans include questioning the choices in your life). This week’s show gives the sweet and talented Deanna Colón. This singer and entertainer has performed with and for Diana Ross and Patti Labelle, been on America’s Got Talent & Masterchef, and been in commercials like Bad Bunny’s Pepsi ad and the Jardia...

Slam, Dah Duh Duh, Dah Duh Duh! The podcast is revving up for WrestleMania this week and in honor of this we are joined by Cazzey Louis Cereghino. Along with his writing, music, and stunt work, Cazzey who played Bruiser Brody in the Iron Claw. We chat on his multifaceted career, doing wrestling work in the movie, and what is was like have Danny Devito feed him on It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia...

Listeners are always saying there is "nothing more" irritating then the Verbal Shenanigans Podcast.  However, today, Daniel Oliver, bassist of Nothing More, joins us on the show.  We delve into the DIY history of the band, the growth of Nothing More, the band's current tour with Disturbed, what it's like to build insane stage contraptions, and the band's latest album, Carnal.  Check out Daniel and...

You might listen to our interviews for big names, fun moments, and inspirational stories…today, it's just about robots beating the crap out of each other. Battlebots builder and engineer, Jonathan Schultz, talks about team Huge. We chat about the work and design of his machine, the ups and downs of battle, and the competition of killing another robot.   We also talk about a super shady tax man Sco...

You ever think about wiretapping the United States Secret Service and the FBI?  No?  Well, this week's guest did just that, and went on to be successful because of it.  Bryan Seely is a world famous ethical hacker, former marine, author, and key note speaker who has helped numerous companies fix cyber security issues.  Bryan is hilarious, engaging, and a really unique personality to sit down with....

How far is heaven you ask?  Feels pretty far when you are working with Mike for 12 years.  However, today, we bring another Grammy award winner on the show.  Jojo Garza, singer and bassist, of the Los Lonely Boys, joins us for a fantastic interview where we break down his early years playing with his father, the huge success of "Heaven", winning a Grammy, the bands' hiatus, and their recent reunio...

I met this kid, with this blank, pale, emotionless face, and the blackest eyes… the devil’s eyes. But enough about Scott, let’s talk about our guest. Today, we chat with actress Sandy Johnson ,who played the sister and first victim of Michael Myers, Judith Myers. We get into her modeling career and the Playboy mansion, her time on set of Halloween, why she stopped acting and getting back, and what...

Have you ever watched the Olympics and said “I just wish these athletes had a criminal record and were much drunker?” Well, our next guest has resolved your issue. Pete Melfi is the creator and organizer of The Florida Man games. After the initial year received global media coverage, they are returning for their second round on March 1st in Elkton, FL. Hear all about the games, the teams, the fest...

We just completed 500, and our guest this week hopes to do the same. Owner/Driver of the number 78 Live Fast Motorsports Chevrolet, BJ McLeod, comes onto the show before attempting to qualify for the Daytona 500. We chat about racing as early as 3 years old, the finances and decisions of running a Cup team, the desire to run fast, and gargoyles. Check out our conversation as the NASCAR season star...

Did you catch episode 500 with Richard Hatch?  Well, today the fun continues in a bonus episode 500 Plus. In celebration of 500 episodes, the guys compete in a battle of questions based on over 11 years on the show.  Long time listener, Dom Bagnato, puts Scott and Mike through the gauntlet in this fun, challenging, and silly episode.  Who takes the title?  Have a listen and find out!   Here's to t...

We are here.  It has been over 11 years, over 500 guests, over 45,000 minutes, over 750 hours, and over 31 days of audio, has brought us to episode 500.  Today, we celebrate this occasion with another great episode of the podcast.  Season 1 Survivor Winner, Richard Hatch, joins us for a in depth interview about all things Survivor, what led to his time in prison, breaking boundaries on television...

We know you are excited about episode 500, but we think you will enjoy episode FORE-99. Whit Watson rejoins the podcast this week to give some more insight into the PGA tour. We look at the new indoor golf league, the TGL and all of the technological advancements made for the game. We also dive into Tiger Woods's son, the sports scene in Florida, and fans who call in golf penalties. Check Whit’s p...

We are back and diving back into the world of the Olympics.  Today, we are joined by Alex Kopacz, and Canadian gold medalist in the 2 man bobsled.  We discuss everything from Alex's journey into the sport, the Olympic experience, life after competition, and Alex's unbelievable battle with long Covid.  Alex is a unique guy, with an amazing story.  Have a listen!   We also get into a trillion other...

Everything is fine!!!.  Because today, we bring on long time singer, songwriter, violinist, and all around musical super talent, Tracy Bonham.  You may remember Tracy's smash hit "Mother, Mother", or her work with The Blue Man Group, but Tracy has done it all in the music industry.  We sit down and chat all things music, the pressures of the industry, staying motivated, and surviving breast cancer...

Duck, Duck, Duck, Podcast. Two weeks ago, a unique story occurred where a duck flew on the field during a Tampa Bay Buccaneers game which resulted in the fans declaring the bird their unofficial mascot. Anchor Brant is the event staffer who became a local hero by wrangling up the mallard from the field to the cheers of fans. We chat with Anchor on his new fame as well as compliment his amazing mus...

Merry Christmas! It is here folks!  The 2024 Christmas Spectacular has arrived, and boy is it full of Christmas cheer.  This year, Mike, and longtime listeners, Dom and Harry, must compete in the "Ornament Olympics" were they must both debate each other on Christmas topics, but also support each other in a grueling battle to win a custom ornament to adorn their tree. This game is certain to get yo...

Today, we are joined by Mike Belazis, of the indie/folk band, Oliver Hazard.  We discuss everything from the band's new EP, their origins, what the band has learned, and more.  Go check out Oliver Hazard and their new EP, Raindrop River today!   We also discuss Mike's inability to receive anything from Fedex, Mike cooks up a plan to rid New Jersey of drones, we look at the most expensive movie pro...

Any movie, any time, any where….even on this podcast. This week we chat with co-founder and CEO of Moviepass Stacy Spikes about the recently released documentary MoviePass, MovieCrash. We dive into his business background and building the brand, to the bad decisions of investors which led to the downfall, and he chose to rebuild the company. An interesting conversation on the timeline of the viral...

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! The guys return this week, and attempt to ruin each other's Thanksgiving in another round of the "Inconvenience Draft".  It goes off the rails as always and involves Pilgrims, turkeys cooked in lube, and Mike's imaginary friends.  We also chat about Mike horrible restaurant experience,  Mike's amazing tv superpower, and the Best of Hulk Hogan in WCW.  

If you're looking for great guests and hilarious conversation, turn to Verbal Shenanigans, we know Waasssup!!! Actor Scott Martin Brooks joins us this week who played Dookie in the iconic Budweiser Wassup commercials. We had an absolute blast speaking with him on the fame from the ads, the fan reaction, his acting projects including working with Bernie Mac, and the full turn around of the commerci...

Next time you worry about first world problems, listen to our guest. World traveler Sam Goodwin has traveled to every country in the world. Unfortunately Sam had an incident that led to him being incarcerated in Syria for 9 weeks. Sam gives us details on what he went through, how he stayed positive, and how he continued to travel to the world after finally getting home. Listen to our podcast for t...

We return yet again with maybe our best ever Halloween Special.  Today, we combine our love of great guests, embarrassing Mike, ridiculous games, and our fans all in one episode.   Joining us for an interview is Alan Belardinelli, a founding member of Smertekirken, or the Church of Pain in Norway.  We learn all about the very unique world of body suspension through a great conversation with Alan. ...

For the second time, Raye Hollitt-Olsen, aka Zap from American Gladiators, joins us on the show.  We discuss everything from The Muscles and Mayhem documentary, life after Gladiators, and Raye's current endeavors.  Check it out!   We also talk about Mike losing our bet and his upcoming National Anthem,  an odd bubble car, and the entrance of artificial intelligence into our lives.  Have a listen!