TheBrianLennonShow

Cold-Open Question of the Week : If you had to name your child using a baseball term, what name would you give them? Primary Season: The mid-term elections are heating up with claims of dual-citizenship, mental illness, etc. Brian and Gary discuss the rash of election ads. Tupac’s Killer: Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis was sentenced to 40 years-to-life in prison for Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder. What killer...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : This week’s Cold Open Question is a personal one. Annie Hall & Airplane! : Brian watched these two classic films and wonders when we became such a debased society. Dennis Miller: Brian watched the new documentary about the comedian’s time in the booth of Monday Night Football, and asks if a personality like Miller’s would ever survive today’s audiences. Billy Joel:...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : Who do you believe would be the worst commencement address speaker? Worst Commencement Addresses: Bill Cosby, Temple, 2008. Jerry Sandusky, Penn State, 2007. College Freshman Moms: What a hot mess this group is! As parents adjust to children moving away to college, Gary and Brian help answer some common questions they have about college life. The Name Game: X accou...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : What’s the most magical thing you’ve ever experienced? Cabbage Patch Kid: Brian might as well be on the infamous cabbage soup diet with how many piggies he’s eaten in the last week. When will the repercussions happen? Columbia Calls It Quits: The mail-order record store is closing shop on September 15th. We’ll ask Gary how much he owes Columbia House. Black-and-Whi...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : If you got 1 full week off and nobody had access to you, what would you do? [Editorial Note: This episode was recorded on Wednesday, August 12th. However, it is not being posted until Tuesday, August 18th. I apologize for the delay in publishing.] Rhuby: Chick-fil-A strikes again! Coach Lennon: Brian is officially named the head coach for the Mid Valley girls and b...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : When was the last time you cried in front of someone? Pick-up Artist: Did Brian fall for a pick-up artist at the fingerprinting location? EyeWitness Weather: With hurricane season in full-swing, we check in with Gary on hurricane threats and recent lighting strikes in Florida. Hurricane Fausto: Hitting Hawaii this week? Lightning Strikes: Florida had more than 80,0...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : What is something you will NEVER do again? Episode 200: Brian and Gary celebrate 200 episodes of TheBrianLennonShow podcast and talk about each of their favorite episodes and guest from the last four years. Flood Watch: The Northeast is under a flood watch. 1,000 flights were canceled out of New York on Tuesday. Gary wonders what plague will strike the Northeast ne...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : If you had to live in one of the two remaining World Cup countries, which one would you choose? Spain or Argentina? Canadian Wild Fires: Our neighbors to the North and their wildfires are giving Brian and his Northeast Pennsylvanian’s smoke-filled skies and a sepia-toned tinge. This has become an annual event in NEPA. World Cup Updates: Brian continues to marvel at...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : The Babylon Bee shared a satirical post depicting Jesus miraculously transforming oatmeal raisin cookies into chocolate chip cookies. The post prompted widespread discussion on X, where users debated the merits of oatmeal raisin versus chocolate chip cookies. Are you an oatmeal raisin or chocolate chip cookie guy? Fourth of July Weekend: Gary’s Brewery Tour: Gary w...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : Which do think is more likely come July 4th 2276: * The United States men’s national team has won the World Cup? The United States still exists under the current constitution and governmental structure? Dick’s (Sporting Goods Open) Pics: Brian took his two sons to En-Joie Golf Course in Endicott, NY on Saturday to watch the PGA Champions Tour, which featured player...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : We start with some technical difficulties, but eventually end up with a question for Gary involving crushes and underwear. Long Drive: Brian discusses his long drive and the unbearable heat while traveling south to visit Gary. Supersoaker Summer: Does Gary remember when…? Trillionaire: Elon Musk makes history as SpaceX goes public. Great Grandparents: Did Gary ever...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : Would you rather people laugh when you entered a room, or as you left a room? Earthquake: Did Gary feel the Cuban earthquake in Florida? Reports are people in Orlando felt the tremors. We get Gary’s report from friends and neighbors. Master of the Universe: Gary saw the new He-Man movie. He was not impressed. Limiting Beliefs: Brian recently watched “This Was Sport...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : If you could overtake my body for one day, what would be the first thing you’d want to experience? Super Hero: Brian (possibly) saved a woman and her young son’s life on Sunday afternoon while leaving the flag football field after an unattended car crossed Main St. Plus-Size Passengers: Southwest Airlines updated its extra-seat policy regarding plus-size passengers...

Cold-Open Question of the Week : What’s your biggest pet peeve about summer? Check out our YouTube Channel! ▶️ YouTube: TheBrianLennonShow Subscribe and check out Brian’s Gumby hair from last week’s episode (Episode 192)! Memorial Day Weekend Roundup: Lisa Tumbles: Was there a banana peel? Friend of the podcast, Lisa from Jessup, “falls” for a pair of Firefighters in preparation of this past weeke...

Cold Open Question of the Week: This week’s question/exercise comes from Don Boivin , who writes Shy Guy Meets the Buddha on Substack. Tell us your best songs from the bands listed above: Surprise!: Brian was surprised by a secret birthday party his family and friends planned for him on Saturday night, which was preceded by dinner at Frank’s Place (#notsponsored) in Simpson, Pa. * Eddie’s Candlebo...

Cold Open Question of the Week: Would you date a woman who dips nicotine pouches? Thank You!!!: TheBrianLennonShow podcast has amassed more than 13K downloads on Substack! More than 4K views on our YouTube Channel! Watch TheBrianLennonShow on Substack: Senior Moments: Gary’s Knee: A trip to the bowling alley, followed by a night sleeping in the chair with his feet on the coffee table left Gary awa...

Cold Open Question of the Week: What’s the weirdest/most awkward funeral you’ve ever been to? Knoebels: Brian scored tickets from friend of the podcast, Paul Lazar, to attend WVIA’s family-member day at the Pennsylvania amusement park. ‘Michael’: We’ll discuss Hollywood’s portrayal of Michael Jackson. Blue Dot Fever: Many stars, including Post Malone and Meghan Trainor, are coming down with the di...

Cold Open Question of the Week: Ewoks or jawas? Jeff K is the Team Lead at the Death Star Human Resources Department, a weekly Star Wars newsletter. Be sure to subscribe for Star Wars news, reviews, hot takes and pictures of his cat, Taco. Jeff is also a Darth Jar Jar truther. Florida Trip: Jeff made the pilgrimage to Hollywood Studio’s Galaxy’s Edge. Florida’s Star Wars World this past year. What...

Cold Open Question of the Week: Would you rather live in a nicer house or not such a nice house but in a nicer neighborhood? Colonoscopy: We get all the details from Gary about his first colonoscopy, from prep to postcare. Mania Review: A quick recap and discussion about this past weekend’s 2-night WresleMania, which featured too short matches and okay storylines. NFL Draft: The NFL' travels to Pi...

Cold Open Question of the Week: “If you could greenlight a biopic for any professional wrestler, who would it be?” TheBrianLennonShow is a listener-supported production. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a FREE or paid subscriber. Tonight, we have a battle royal-worthy ring full of guests to welcome to the squared circle: When people ask C.M. Punk who comes to his mind w...

Cold Open Question of the Week: With an assist from Matty C and What Am I Making on Substack: What film character best represents you as a person? Watch TheBrianLennonShow on Substack: Easter Highlights: Brian and Gary discuss their Easter weekends, which was uneventful for Gary while Brian battled a cold. Breaking News: President Donald Trump has called off his 8 p.m. “end of civilization” threat...

Cold Open Question of the Week: From Substack’s very own Elizabeth Day: What’s the one thing in your house you don’t think anyone else has? Holy Week & Easter: Brian will once again be singing with the church choir. Catch The Tiger : Eldrick “Tiger” Woods, was involved in yet another SUV rollover traffic accident on Friday afternoon. On Tuesday afternoon, he announced he was, “stepping away for a...

Cold Open Question of the Week: An X user is looking for some wedding advice as it relates to an inheritance. Chuck Norris: The octogenarian, martial artist, actor, and celebrity meme subject decided to take an eternal nap on March 19th. Before the Dos Equis World’s Most Interesting Man, there was Chuck Norris. The ‘True’ Captain: William Shatner, who famously portrayed Capt. James T. Kirk enjoyed...

Cold Open Question of the Week: Does Gary remember the No Doubt concert we attended in Summer of ‘97? Does Gary remember the smell before Gwen took the stage? Set List: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/no-doubt/1997/montage-mountain-scranton-pa-3bd67cfc.html Review: https://www.timesleader.com/archive/915152/no-doubt-on-audiences-part Ticket Price: $25.00 in advance; $27.50 day of the show. Watch Th...

Cold-Open Question of the Week: This come’s from my 17-year-old daughter. You could choose one: Have all of your student loans paid off, or never have to do laundry again. Which would you choose? Correction from last week: I said Keith Richards when I meant Mick Jagger. Watch TheBrianLennonShow on Substack: Royal : Brian purchased a 1962 Royal Signet typewriter at an estate sale this past week. Th...