Basement Banter

A theme orchestrated by Tim Burklow, the man who probably gets at least one shoutout per episode. Hypotheticals ranging from who you would be in the circus to what historical event do you wish you could watch in 4K. Dozens of these scenarios tackled by Matt Regan, Tim Burklow, and myself definitely an interesting one to say the least. Enjoy. 

Make sure you all get out your pens and paper. Andrew Blahut, Andy Carlon, and Ryan Degraw join me in making all of our NFL predictions for today. Enjoy, 

You spoke and we listened, all of your relationship questions you asked were answered by the professionals. Not Doctor Phil, no not Oprah, not even Steve Harvey but rather, who would you want telling you how to go through your relationship other than Myself, Andrew Blahut, and Chloe Giro. Take out your pens and notepads and find out all of your vast relationship questions Enjoy. 

SUNDAY SPECIAL! Big week of football today so Matt Blahut and Myself tackle our picks for this week and a few things to look out for in the near future in the NFL. Enjoy! 

We are at a point in time where creativity has taken a backseat to analytics in our everyday lives. Little kids now want to be able to code with the Paw Patrol opposed to wanting to shoot for the stars, or play games that involve mathematics instead of trying to use their imagination to have fun. Evan Cernigilia and Victor Pontrelli join me in this weeks discussion on creativity and even with all...

The emphasis on birthdays change as you grow up. When you’re younger you want Nintendogs but when you’re older you want free drinks and a trip to some place warm. My good friends Danielle and Lexy join me to discuss Birthdays and all of the great things that come with them as you get older. Enjoy.

Back by popular demand, 60 minutes, 60 questions, 60 seconds each. My strange friends Nick Valent and Daniel Jachera help me take on all of your weird questions. Enjoy. 

This weeks episode Dom Carrubba, Matt Regan, and Myself take a deep plunge into the world of beer. IPA, amber ale, beer made on a bee farm, beer made in a whisky barrel you name it, we most likely drank it. A 2 hour marathon of beer consumption done for the love of the fans. Enjoy. 

One thing I am thankful for in this life is having extremely smart friends. Engineers Tim Horgan and Christoper "Rocky" Rovero join me in discussing a wide array of topics on how we can make our planet a cleaner, more efficient,  living creature friendly place. Enjoy. 

Sunday Scaries are real and the worst part of them are the hangovers. Joe Fierro, Lauren Burklow, and Shannon Brown join me to discuss the haunting phenomenon that is hangovers. Enjoy this bonus episode courtesy of yours truly.  

One thing we do not talk about enough today still is the importance of being aware of your mental health. Between living in a fast paced world and being constantly connected to each other through technology it is important to know when it is time to take a break and check in on yourself. Josh Carr and David Iodice join me to share their own mental health journeys. Enjoy.  

Power hour was so powerful it didn't even last an hour. Ryan Degraw and Brett Dericks help me answer all of your weird questions, while under a time limit, while drinking. It was a fun one so I hope you all enjoy! 

On this weeks episode of Basement Banter, recurring guests Jake Anderson and Tim Burklow join me to discuss movies and the wide arrange we have at our disposal today. Good ones, bad ones, big budget ones, independents, there was a lot to talk about so please enjoy!  

Remember they saying  "An apple a day keeps the doctor away"? This episodes kind of like that but now instead of an apple it's avocado toast and charcoal water. Amanda Baran and Dan Jachera join me in discussing the little changes you can make in your life to make it healthier. Your summer bod hopes may be shot but lets get a head start on next year! Enjoy.    

Nothing beats the Jersey Shore (the location), Seaside Tonys, and TAYLOR HAM. I am joined by Jake Anderson and Brenden "B-Murda" Murphy as we discuss the common misconceptions other states have about the great Garden State. Prepare yourselves my lovely out-of-state listeners as you get a peek behind the curtain of what it is truly like to be in New Jersey. 

Remember the good old days of going to a Blockbuster and renting a movie or even just rushing to get to a TV to watch your favorite show on time? All those things that once were normal 10 years ago are distant memories in our fast paced society where technology is rapidly advancing faster than our little human brains can comprehend. Tim Burklow joins me to discuss the benefits and pitfalls of livi...

Joey Chestnut, Kan Jam, and Deep Eddy's. Does that scream the Fourth of July or what? Andrew, Matt, and Nick join me in discussing the most celebrated holiday of the summer. Enjoy. 

Have we ever been contacted by aliens? Is Bigfoot actually out there roaming around? Was the President from Corey in the House actually a Reptilian Humanoid? Put on your thinking caps ladies and gentlemen as I am joined by my good friends Daniel Jachera and Mike Byrnes, the foremost YouTube Conspiracy Experts, and dive into the wonderfully strange world of conspiracies. 

Tipping, Bathroom Lines, and Tequila. The paramount experts of alcohol (Lauren, Shannon, Dan and myself) discuss going to bars and all of the intricate details that make up a night out. Enjoy. 

"Ya Like Jazz?"- Barry B. Benson: A quote I wake up to every morning to get myself motivated (Not Really). This week my dear friends Jake Anderson and Dom Carrubba join me in a discussion about the wonderful, complex, constantly evolving industry that is music. Enjoy. 

Tim joins me once again along with my coworker Julius to answer the burning question everyone is dying to know; how far up the food chain can Ryan, Tim, and Julius go before they'd meet their match. Honey Badgers, Kangaroos, and Chimpanzees, an hour long conversation that is interesting (to say the least). Enjoy. 

Recent college graduates Tim Burklow (Rutgers University) and Andrew Blahut (Stockton University) come in to discuss what is beyond being a student. Tim has already been in the professional world for a year while Andrew is still unpacking his bags as we talk about adjusting socially, finding the right job, and easing yourself into the office culture.