The Jocular Pugilists

It only comes once a year which is not nearly enough to vindicate our Pugilistic Vagabonds in the eyes of their loved ones.  What is this vibrant yet versatile holiday? It's Valentines Day!  Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

How would you know that you or someone you know is suffering from a mental illness and it's time to get treatment? The Pugilists get educated about Bipolar Disorder by the guys from the podcast Batshit: Living with Mental Illness . Sometimes it's both fun and funny to learn new things about our friends and ourselves. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilist...

The Pugilists reveal the most influential, innovative invention that changed the course of human life as we know it - reading into what led to its existence and how it continues to press on into our modern daily lives. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

Who or what makes you laugh the most? (If you say the Jocular Pugilists they'll send you a gift worth upwards of $2.35.) Tune in as our happy go lucky hosts discuss their list of the funniest people ever to walk the face of the earth. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

The Pugilists want to get rich quick so they’ve analyzed the 2024 investment strategies set by four incredibly successful billionaires. Learning from tech giants David Friedberg, Chamath Palihapitiya, David Sachs, and Jason Calacanis — the best of the best in making billions—Tomas and Phil share the financial opportunities—and potential pitfalls—that await us this year as they map out their road t...

There is nothing fun about getting older.  Your joints begin to hurt, it's hard to keep the weight off, you may even have to get up 4 times a night to pee.  Is there any relief from the cruel joke of aging? The pugilists think so, but of course they're probably wrong.   Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejoc...

We ring in the New Year with the best intentions - but how can we accomplish those dreams and goals? Join the Pugilists as they focus on the keys to succeed by learning from what drives you, lessons from failures, and the method superstar philanthropist Bono uses to get remarkable results. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website...

Our Jolly Pugilists take a snowy stroll down memory lane to Christmas' past.  You'll hear the greatest bits of holidays gone by and melded them together for you listening pleasure.   Have a wonderful holiday season and we'll catch you in the new year. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists....

With the help of the elves at Pugilist Enterprises, the boys unearth the truth of Hollywood's influence on the holidays. They   figure out what the first Christmas films were - it's probably not what you think! :-) and reveal the top eight Christmas films  guaranteed to put you in the holly jolly Hollywood mood and discover the true meaning of this joyful season. Let us know what you thi...

Not sure what to get for that special someone? Stressed out by the crowded malls, the crazy traffic and the insane expense?  Join the Jocular gift givers as they sleigh ride through the best gift ideas for 2023.   You can even follow along by clicking on the links below. https://www.rollingstone.com/product-recommendations/product-recommendations-pictures/popular-christmas-gifts-2023-1234868328/ca...

The winter solstice is almost upon us which means warm blankets, hot chocolate, cuddling on the couch, and enjoying the company of loved ones—or at least that's what this cozy season should bring! And if it doesn’t, the Pugilists are here to introduce you to Hygge! In this edge-of-your-armchair episode, we discuss the Danish tradition of Hygge—the positives and possible negatives—of this wond...

We're heading back to the 1770's Virginia where hot buttered rum and the Minuet were all the rage.  A place where you might find George Washington discussing politics with Thomas Jefferson and Patrick Henry.  A town where time has managed to stand still, Colonial Williamsburg.  Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at...

Holiday stress gobbling you up?  Don’t worry - the Pugilists are here to serve up tips, holiday history, and platefuls of grateful in this uplifting Thanksgiving extravaganza! P.S. What happened to the Jocular Turkey that got into a fight? He got the stuffing knocked out of him!  Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejoc...

First rule in a crisis situation, listen to this episode of the Jocular Pugilists.  OK, that's terrible advice, but it works for us. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

Wait…so you can post a video of yourself assembling Ikea furniture on youtube and not only will people watch…but you'll make a healthy passive income?  I don't know if that makes me happy or just really confused.  Let’s see if we can figure it out in this week’s edition of the Jocular Pugilists podcast.  Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com A...

Take another trip in the way back machine with our jovial hosts, to pre-colonial times in North America where you might find a home where the buffalo roam. The pugilists learn about the culture of the indigenous tribes who first settled there. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

Have you ever watched a Halloween movie without the soundtrack? Without those terrifying tunes, the film's just not all that scary anymore. Join the Boo-gilists as they unearth the truth behind these monstrous melodies and discover the spookiest spine-tinglers to play at your next Day of the Dead celebration. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com A...

Our jocular investigators dip their toes into the dangerous TV waters to ask these questions. What are the best Jump the Shark moments? Can a TV Show Un-jump the Shark? When will Hollywood learn their TV lessons?  Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

Join our jolly good Pugilists, Phil and Tomas, as they ponder what they've learned by doing 100 podcasts together. A hundred episodes of the good, the bad, and the ugly—time to celebrate! Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

The Jocular Pugilists are not quite as jocular when diving deep into the death of a beloved US President and the conspiracy theories that followed.  You never know, you might be a believer too... or maybe not. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

In the age of reunion tours, is it worth seeing the rock stars of your youth or does it tarnish treasured memories of musical heroes, nostalgic glory days, and souvenir t-shirts? Well, one of our Pugilists recently did something he said he'd never entertain— and reevaluated his feelings about classic rock concerts. Join us as we uncover the truth about aging rock stars in concert – is it wort...

Why do we do the incredibly insane things we do? The pugilists duke it out over the question, is it nature or nurture? Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

Come restore and rejuvenate your mind and body with Pugilists! Escape to the 19th century to take in the healing waters and fresh air like the weary well-to-do did in the 1800s. No time travel agent needed – America still boasts several of these grand luxury hotels where you can enjoy spas, beaches, mountains and hot springs (and perhaps even find your own Fountain of Youth.) Let us know what you...

What happens when a Pugilist loses his confidence? Another Pugilist tries to help! In this uplifting episode, we work through the process of building confidence in a complex world.  Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com

OK, it was only a Tropical Storm, but still... that never happens. Also, there was an earthquake the same day for Pete's sake. Anyway, it seemed like a good idea for the Jocular meteorologists to investigate. Let us know what you think. Email Phil or Tomas at:  thejocularpugilists@gmail.com And check out our website at: thejocularpugilists.com