This Is The Show

It's a music geek fest as Matthew and Jeremy welcome Aaron Birdsall and Mike Pinder of SynaChrome. The gang discusses their dream music venues, new bands they're into, and film festival fails. PLUS, was Jesus an introvert??

To Halloween or not to Halloween... that is A question Matthew and Jeremy tackle this week. PLUS, cruise mishaps, Grammy FYC season updates, a recap of the Billy Corgan / Michael Sweet interview, and flying cars... FINALLY!

In this week's episode: Matthew gets busted (almost), the difference between confidence and straight up lying, and living large with a new luxury acquisition. L’chaim!

Whatever you believe about alien life and UFOs, it's about to change. This week, Matthew and Jeremy chat with filmmaker/author Derrick Warfel about a scientific, Bible-based approach to the question 'Are we alone in the universe?'

Flying at you like a 200mph paintball, it's This Is The Show. This week: Dostoevsky, band stories, and feral teenagers. PLUS, we reveal the religious charlatan who mailed us 'miracle water.' This party's 'bout to pop OFF!

Subterfuge in the kitchen, Tom Cruise has his own film school, and social messaging apps that are slow as turtle - literally. PLUS, the robots now have their own music awards show?! "Hey, Siri. Get me off this rock."

Is God mad at His children? NO. And this week, special guest Steve Brown from @KeyLife explains why. PLUS, land acknowledgements and Steve and Matthew compare their 'famous signature' collections. Who has the most impressive autograph? The answer will surprise you...

What's scarier - a psycho clown or a 'Christian' charlatan peddling "miracle water"? This week, Matthew and Jeremy discuss both. PLUS, the perils of going to bed at 4am and how Matthew scored free coffee for 100 days. Fill 'er up!

This week, Matthew and Jeremy reflect on the life and legacy of Dolly Parton – AND conspire about how to become beloved icons themselves. PLUS, a few ruminations on birthdays, the joy of creating, and a story you've NEVER heard about the original of The Tonight Show theme. Is this episode a cupcake candle? Cuz it is LIT!

He's done stand up comedy in Chicago, L.A., and... Walmart?! This week, veteran comic Carl Kozlowski brings his celeb stories and adventures in narcolepsy to This Is The Show.

This week, the guys turn it up to 11 with rock legend Paul Ciupek from One Bad Pig. This episode-sundae is piled high with stories about hanging with Johnny Cash, magic tricks... even live in-studio performance.

This week, a super-packed episode with band stories from the road, a modest proposal about shamrock signs, AND Matthew and Jeremy are joined in-studio by drummer and drum innovator Mike Pinder. PLUS, exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of Mike's one-of-a-kind drumset and the guys take on The Whitney Houston Challenge. Let's light it up!

It's time to get weird with everybody's favorite new game show... Wheel Of Cringe! But first, Jeremy lobbies Congress for the No Fakes Act ( @suno ? @Spotify ? You're on notice). PLUS, invaluable and hard-won gift advice for your next gift-giving occasion.

This week, Matthew and Jeremy are joined by special guest co-host, Aaron Birdsall (Jeremy's brother) to discuss dressing appropriately for the Grammys (and Waffle House), how creative things happen, the Birdsalls' latest projects, and fun stories about past projects. And of course, the international phenomenon that is Moment of Rad™.

Did you know July 31 is Uncommon Instrument Awareness Day? In this week's episode, Matthew and Jeremy mark the occasion by exploring some truly strange instruments from Jeremy’s vast music vault. PLUS, the burning question: Who is Gen X’s Paul McCartney?

It’s HERE – the video premiere of Jeremy’s newest effort (AKA ‘Secret Squirrel Project’). Be among the first to see it AND the reaction video. Plus, Matthew gets fired up about fireworks, King of Queens, and a dash of gnosticism. Wúnderbar!

This week, enjoy a super serious discussion exploring unionizing pandas, sexy reader glasses, a PROVEN path for establishing healthy habits, and one of the craziest 'what if' conversations you've ever heard. Let's get ready to rumble! 👉 Seriously: Big Bird or Snuffy - who wins when they take it to the Street?

Before 'This Is The Show' went live, the guys recorded a LOT of episodes that never saw the light of day. This week, a new offering from those archives. Enjoy! 👉 Are you a confident person? Has that confidence opened any doors for you? Are Matthew and Jeremy confident – or are YOU confident that they're nuts?

Are Matthew and Jeremy 'Renaissance men' – or just wildly over-committed to too many projects? Either way, they're sharing their tested and proven techniques for turning To Do's into Done Did's. PLUS, the pros and cons of kids in coal mines, breaking news on Jeremy's 'Super Secret Squirrel', and a dash of new AI conspiracy theories. 'Finding an awesome podcast episode?' CHECK!

Our greatest living film director, Steven Spielberg, asked "...is God, our God, only on this planet – or is God a God for every system where there's civilization, intelligent life, and even developing life?" Great question. And good news: Matthew and Jeremy – our greatest living podcasters – have the definitive 100% for-sure answer (I've heard the aliens can't probe you if you're laughing). #GenXF...

Which content creators fire you up? This week, Matthew and Jeremy trade notes on their favorites (a few may REALLY surprise you). PLUS, the new @rageagainstthemachineofficial x #Hillsong mashup (sincere apologies to both), a bonkers WWII story, and #He-Man goes to counseling. And why doesn't Matthew believe in The Universe?! No worries – we'll get it all figured out...

Why are we uncomfortable with being uncomfortable? Things get deep this week as Matthew and Jeremy explode some myths about success. But don't worry – still plenty of snackable silliness, too. On the content charcuterie board: Jeremy's summery summary, Matthew says communism is basically The McRib, and how YOU can become Batman. So listen now – because Gotham needs you!

The guys from that Australian band were right: it's a long way to the top if you wanna rock 'n roll. This week, the guys trace the weird and winding road that lead them to the projects they're working on today (some of the stops along Jeremy's path will surprise you). PLUS, an update on #PrayForRay, a new AI pet translation device (?!), and a surprising insight on creative leadership. Merry Tuba C...

"We have to do this now or God will give it to Prince." This week, Matthew and Jeremy discuss a fascinating concept: that we don't just create, but God creates THROUGH us. And of course, they explore this weighty theological idea via a crazy-but-true story involving Michael Jackson and Prince. ALSO in this episode... a hack for overcoming procrastination, a cool tip for freelancers, and some news...

Gather round, graduates... It's time for Matthew and Jeremy to drop some priceless wisdom that will forever shape and enhance your lives. And failing that, they have stories about lazy avocado trees, commencement speeches gone awry, a shocking new poll about Gen Z, and the guys' oddest odd jobs ever. In a word, it's SCRUMTRULESCENT.