The Family Archives

Profanity is a tricky thing.  As long as you censor it well enough, you can put it in movie titles, book titles, even podcast episode descriptions.  Then there's times where you don't want to censor yourself, such as when talking to Dr. V.  Her whole thing just doesn't work when you're too polite.  Ours either.   Bad Advice: How to Survive and Thrive in an Age of Bullshit Book Link- amzn.to/2FN1PM...

We live in a material world.  We also live in a magic world.  Or should I say, a magick world?  Apparently it depends on if you're talking about wizards or druids.  Ryan leans more toward the latter.  He's also going to do a comedy show this weekend.  Just saying. Showtimes: Jan 17th- 8pm                     Jan 18th- 8pm & 10pmCOMEDY CORNER UNDERGROUNDTickets & Showtimes- www.facebook.com/events/...

Most people never step foot in an uninhabited jungle.  It's uninhabited for a reason.  Snakes, spiders, disease.  Maybe some of the monkeys have learned to use spears.  You never know.  Mireya doesn't care, but imagine how her mother must feel.  Actually, you don't have to, because she'll tell you.  No prize for getting it right. Pink Boots and a Machete: My Journey From NFL Cheerleader to Nationa...

In life, there are old problems and there are no problems.  An example of an old problem would be borders in the middle east.  They've been at it for a while and show no signs of stopping.  A newer problem is needles and straws floating everywhere.  And by everywhere we mean the west coast.  Luckily, the answer to both problems is the same: give certain politicians lots of money.  Who knew it was...

If you asked 100 people what their biggest fear was, a sizable chunk would say cancer.  Not Beth.  Apparently once you have it, you don't fear it any more.  You can even learn from it.  It's hard to worry about little stupid things when you're told you're dying.  It's a shame the human condition means being incapable of learning that lesson earlier.  And speaking of worrying about stupid little th...

Most recent Academy Awards shows have been met with tepid interest, from both us and everyone else.  Imagine our surprise when viewership was up last year, and it seems it might be up again this year.  Last year also marks a sharp decline in political race baiting from multi-millionaires.  Probably just a coincidence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Let's hope the Vikings can get it done today as well as these clips did. Featuring: Judy Foreman, Mike Vecchione, Jeff Richards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While you're alive, it's important to take care of yourself.  Otherwise you'll become compost.  Literally.  It's also important not to become a combative, sanctimonious attention whore.  The end result isn't compost, but nobody will like you.  A fate worse than death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad...

Victimhood mentality is rampant, especially in big cities.  It's easy to brush that off as hypersensitivity, but consider this: if you live in the city, you are a victim - of the city.  Carjackings.  Being yelled at for shoveling snow.  Camera crews taking over your block with no warning.  It takes its toll.  Basically we're saying that everyone who lives in the city is crazy. See omnystudio.com/l...

People often make poor decisions that seem like a good idea at the time, whether they be that first drink leading to 30 years of alcoholism or letting your 16 year old anywhere near a vehicle.  Not to diminish one or the other.  Fewer and fewer 16 year olds are driving anyway, and if you're a parent your immediate reaction is probably "thank god".  Besides, with self-driving cars just around the c...

Aging is one of those "be careful what you wish for" things.  Kids can't wait to grow up, grown-ups wish they were kids again, and the elderly miss being adults.  But do they have to?  Why can't we be like the noble hydra, which lives forever (until something eats it)?  It's a question humans have been asking since our species' first broken hip.  Judy continues to ask it, with the added benefit of...

Are you an empath?  It's a tough question.  You could just be a highly sensitive person.  Or empathetic, which is different.  Maybe you need to self-actualize.  Do people still say that?  Speaking of self-actualizing, the Vikings have been pretty actualized lately.  Naturally, Minnesotans respond mostly with tepid indifference to be replaced with cautious enthusiasm at the worst possible time. Thr...

Australia is burning.  It's important to note that this is not a rare event, but it's especially bad this year.  It doesn't help that people are starting fires intentionally.  Well, starting fires intentionally can help, but not these ones.  Whatever, let's talk about movies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about...

The concept of "horror" is very broad.  Sexual depredation is horror.  Staying in a hotel room that probably has hepatitis is horror.  Losing a child is horror.  Three very different concepts and we cover all of them in less than an hour.  It's best not to dwell, you see. Of Grief, Garlic and Gratitude: Returning to Hope and Joy from a Shattered Life—Sam’s Love StoryBook Link- amzn.to/2tE2ZH6 See...

Did you guys see Jexit?  Me either.  What we did see, along with everyone else on the planet, was Ricky Gervais saying what we're all thinking.  The pessimists among us would say nothing will change, but people are hopeful.  Your time's up, Weinstein.  Again.  I mean, his time was kind of up a long time ago, but whatever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/list...

Friday fun! First we have some laughs with Seaton Smith then end this episode with the exclusive interview Tom did with Journey's lead singer Steve Perry. It was phenomenal! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we revisit with the Minnesota Vikings legend Fran Tarkenton with some laughs sprinkled in thanks to comedian Sean Patton PLUS a whole lot more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's New Year's Eve and we celebrate with stories of family, overcoming obstacles and redemption with comedian Kevin Farley, brother of the late Chris Farley. Then Mike Lindell wraps up 2019 with his story of drug abuse and how he turned it around! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

You all know the story of Lee Harvey Oswald and the Kennedy assassination or do you? Ted Larkins gives you the know how on to change your attitude on daily life by saying "I Get To". PLUS get the tips on how to save on hotels during the Superbowl. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

We will end the week with a bunch of laughs with TJ Miller and more! TJ Miller sits down with Tom and shares some insight on showbiz with a hilarious twist.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Well it's back to the grind today post Christmas cheer but that doesn't mean the fun stops there! What better way to continue the joy this season by figuring out what the heck was Orson Welles thinking ( or drinking for that matter) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

It's Christmas Eve and what better way to celebrate is to talk Krampus with Jeff Belanger!. Hope your kids have been good this year cause if not...Krampus is coming to town See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's that stressful time of year just right before Christmas. So kick back and take a few just for you and LAUGH your ASS OFF. This by far is the funniest hour on radio HANDS DOWN!  WARNING Do not consume any liquids during the druration of this show due to extreme laughter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about yo...

Merry Christmas Everybody! This episode includes both a clip that references Star Wars and the Holiday Special, so call it a twofer. Featuring: Mike E Winfield, Chris Franjola, Pat Proft See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where would Mike begin to tell the story of how great a love can be?  On The Family, of course.  Our claim to fame is being able to insert any topic into any conversation.  Mike's too.  We've both somehow made careers out of it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...