Frank and Hem

When is it worth returning something, and when should you just let it go? In this quick mini episode, the guys debate the unwritten rules of returns, discussing where they draw the line between standing your ground and simply moving on. It's a lighthearted conversation that may have you rethinking what you'd do in the same situations.

This week on Frank & Hem , Hem kicks things off with a heartfelt One Minute Rant after an unexpected trip to the ER, giving well-earned recognition to the first responders, medical staff, and customer service workers who make difficult days a little easier. The guys then unveil a brand-new recurring segment—named in honor of one of our most loyal listeners—and you won't want to miss its debut. Nex...

This week on a quick Frank & Hem Mini, the guys talk all things Fourth of July. From family traditions and cookouts to fireworks and what makes the holiday one of the best weekends of the summer, Frank and Hem share their plans and a few laughs along the way. A short, easy listen to celebrate Independence Day.

Are self-checkouts ruining society... or are they actually one of the greatest inventions ever? Tyler kicks things off with a One Minute Rant that might not land where you expect. Then the guys build Hall of Fames for a variety of random categories, debating who and what deserves immortal status. Finally, Mike takes the reins for a discussion on the unwritten rules of guy code—covering the words,...

Mini Episode: In this quick hitter, Frank and Hem dive into one of Wisconsin's most baffling outdoor decorating traditions—the old toilet planter. You know the one: a retired toilet sitting in the yard with flowers growing out of the bowl. Is this a uniquely Wisconsin phenomenon, or are people across the country proudly landscaping with old plumbing fixtures? The guys debate whether it's charming,...

This week on Frank & Hem, Mike steps into the One-Minute Rant spotlight before the guys take a trip through some of the most bizarre crime stories Wisconsin has ever produced. From beer cave sit-ins and slow-speed police chases involving heavy machinery to the legendary theft of thousands of pounds of cheese, the boys uncover the kind of criminal masterminds that could only exist in America's Dair...

A quick-hit Frank & Hem mini episode, the guys tackle one of life's most important topics: gas stations. From their favorite stops and go-to hot food bar picks to the red flags that make them immediately turn around and leave, nothing is off limits. Grab a snack, top off the tank, and join the debate on what separates a great gas station from a hard pass. ⛽🌭🥤

This week on Frank & Hem, Frank unleashes a One-Minute Rant on the growing epidemic of smart appliances. Why does a refrigerator need Wi-Fi? Why does a washing machine need an app? And when did a toaster become smarter than its owner? The guys then turn their attention to the College World Series, discussing who they're pulling for in Omaha and why. Next, they each rank their Top 5 Modes of Summer...

This week on Frank & Hem , Hem uses his One Minute Rant to give some overdue recognition to the volunteer umpires keeping youth sports alive. The guys then break down some uniquely "guy" characteristics and debate whether certain traits are enough to get your invitation to the cookout revoked. Later, Frank and Hem take a trip down memory lane and discuss things that used to be absolutely awesome.....

This week on Frank & Hem , the guys fire up a full blown Memorial Day episode packed with nostalgia, arguments, and pure American energy. Frank and Hem break down the absolute BEST and WORST parts of Memorial Day weekend — from backyard cookouts and less than ideal weather conditions, to lake season and mosquito hatches, and of course, the unofficial start of "guy grilling season." Frank then deli...

This week on Frank and Hem , Hem kicks things off with a passionate defense of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia as the superior sitcom over The Office — and Frank may need a bird law defense attorney.  The guys also shout out listeners, answer fan questions, and dive headfirst into some absolutely necessary societal debates: Is leaving weights on gym machines a selfish act or no? What's the prope...

This week on Frank & Hem , the guys kick off a brand new weekly segment: Frank & Hem – One Minute Rant . Frank opens the show with a completely reasonable and definitely-not-threatening letter to a school bus bully… let's just say the kid should probably keep his head on a swivel. The guys also dive into the little things that make men secretly judge other men, break down the absolute WORST sounds...

This week on Frank & Hem , we go deep into the internet trenches as we break down our favorite YouTube rabbit holes —the kind that start with one innocent video and somehow end three hours later with you watching grainy footage about abandoned malls or ranking backup quarterbacks from 2007. We also unveil our personal Mount Rushmore of Dad Moves —the universal behaviors that every dad eventually d...

This week on Frank & Hem , we lean all the way into the confidence… whether it's deserved or not. We kick things off with our favorite "I still got it" moments —the small, meaningless wins that make us feel elite (even if nobody else is impressed). From there, we break down the ideal Midwest first date , where the expectations are low, the vibes are strong, and somehow County Fairs may be the powe...

This week on Frank and Hem , we dive into the moment life changed—from things just happening… to needing a full warmup. We talk about how to measure athleticism in real life at our age, the everyday things we now have to prepare for (that used to be effortless), and the risk vs. reward decisions that have completely flipped over time. We also debate a listener question: are promposals actually coo...

This week on Frank & Hem , we're doing what we do best—being confidently right about things that absolutely don't matter (but also… kind of do). We kick things off by proudly declaring ourselves vigilantes for elderly alcohol —protecting the sacred right of grandmas everywhere to enjoy their drink without interference. You're welcome, America. Then we turn our attention to a true culinary controve...

Episode 3 of Frank & Hem might be our most confident—and questionable—yet. We debut a new segment, "Fix It in 60 Seconds," where we solve everything from NFL overtime and the College Football Playoff to family vacations and why being late somehow becomes everyone else's problem. We also get brutally honest with "things we hate but are too Midwest to admit" (turns out we've all been lying to each o...

Episode 2 of Frank & Hem brings the same confidence with even less credibility as we dive into obscure Midwest towns that probably shouldn't exist, the ridiculous world of sports jargon we've all blindly accepted, and a full translation of coach speak—what they say versus what they actually mean. We also take a swing at fixing Major League Baseball with ideas that range from "not bad" to "this is...

Frank and Hem kick off their first episode exactly how you'd expect—confidently questioning things they probably Googled once. The guys dive into their debut segment "We Might Be Wrong, But…" with strong (and possibly terrible) opinions, then pitch some wildly inappropriate—and surprisingly compelling—ideas for Lambeau Field naming rights. Finally, they build out a 16-team bracket of everyday anno...