Is it a Hit?

This week the guys talk about the appeal of serial killers and referees, and they spend some time working on their Arnold Schwarzenegger impressions. In the end, Nate makes a song about Dune. (52:18) Song starts Note to the listener: This episode was recorded in the summer of 2021. Please leave us a voicemail letting us know how dated our references are.

This week, in a slight change to the format, the guys interview a bona fide celebrity: 1977 World Armwrestling Champion Big Joe Mikulec. We ask him about how he got into the sport, proper technique, and what it's like to get sponsored by Stroh's Beer. Video from the interview can be found here (Good parts are at 2:43 and 9:47): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuE1tMeE-hQ    

Song from Episode 9 - Fantastic Birdboy

This week, the guys brainstorm a stage name for a professional arm wrestler.  June 4th at Cobo Hall, Detroit MI: Jack the Gripper takes on.... Steely Hand!   Song starts at 1:07:36.

This weeks, the guys talk about books, books, and more books! Also, Hulk Hogan makes an appearance.  In the end, Nate shares with us a PSA on the importance of reading. 56:01 - Song starts

This week, the guys set their sites on TGIF. They also brainstorm a new sitcom, for which Nate writes a theme song.   Ever thought that ALF should be remade, but in reverse? Enjoy the theme song for the hit new Friday night comedy: Trish Out of Water

Song from episode 2, Tony.

Song from episode 7, Stomp Shake (Godzilla).

This week, the guys celebrate the holidays with talk of old-timey toys and socially-conscious Christmas songs. In the true Christmas spirit, Nate makes a song about Santa spreading joy all over the world in: Santa Gets Around on Christmas Night.

Song from a soon-to-be-released episode.    A true Christmas miracle!

In the final episode of season 1, the guys discuss Noam Chomsky, grifts, and their respective bucket lists. In an unsurprising turn, Nate creates a Tenacious D style song about Beastmaster. We are just as surprised as you are that it took him this long to do it.

This week, the guys discuss recaptchas, spectacular failures, Shaquille O'neal's ad campaigns, and Smash Mouth. For tax purposes, Nate creates the Church of Sinodyne. Just think of... The Possibilities.

This week, the guys discuss their first experiences with alcohol, Elon Musk on SNL, and the classic film Most Valuable Primate.  Most importantly, Nate actually listens to our segment on movies with animal actors. Please enjoy: Animal Child Stars.

This week, the guys talk about Arachnophobia, Texas geography, and the lighting in high school showers. Nate also gives his outlandish pitch for a TV show starring Antonio Banderas as a butler on the Planet of the Apes.  Once again, not much of this makes it into Nate's notes. Instead, we get the Murder She Wrote + Luchador wrestling mashup that we all have been waiting for: Prime Time on a Sunday...

This week, the guys discuss all things Independence Day. That includes: Harry Connick Jr, Harvey Fierstein, and MOBAR. 

This week, the guys discuss bonehats, charcuterie board etiquette, and the Bayou-inspired energy of the band Korn. Also, Nate reminds us how much we miss workplace banter with: (Living in an) Office Space.

This week, the guys make some Tool Time grunts, discuss Frasier fan fiction, and visit the Land of the Podcast. Unfortunately, none of that makes it into Nate's notes. Please enjoy: Fantastic Birdboy. 

This week, the guys discuss their favorite jobs, the upcoming Queen's Gambit musical, and the Jon Voight classic Anaconda. This all leads us to a song about someone who is just a little too good at their job: Dewey

This week, the guys talk about Michael Buffer's Tinder habits, Giraffe tongues, and a JFK/Cha Cha Slide mashup. Also, Nate presents his late entry to the Godzilla Soundtrack Fan Song Submission Contest of 1998: Stomp Shake (Godzilla)

This week, the guys discuss embarrassing facts about themselves, gravy, and conspiracy theories. Is everyone crazy..... except you? You'll never know until read between The Lines.

This week, the guys discuss secret albums, childhood fears, and the confounding appeal of Phil Collins. Also, Nate really stretches for content to make his new single: Shine!

This week, the guys brainstorm motivational phrases and montage ideas. Also Nate drinks gasoline, possibly by accident.

This week, we discuss all things in the realm of cartoonish violence, including Starship Troopers, Robocop, and interesting ways to torture James Bond. Oddly enough, we also cover Kevin Bacon's willingness to drop everything for a film role. What do the people want? Paul Verhoeven knows: The people want BLOOD!

This week, we learn about nonsense song lyrics, devil sticks, and Nate's connection to the no-fly list. We also discuss our dream jobs, which leads us on a journey we will never forget, with our new friend Tony.

This week we meet our protagonists. We learn about their shared interest in trucks, musicals, and Mark Cohn. Also, Nate performs 2 wildly different versions of the same song. Welcome to the first episode of "Is it a Hit?"