The TodCast Podcast

With the  21st anniversary of the release of The Matrix soon upon us, Todd ponders a hypothetical that uses the "choose a pill" format, but with a different decision to be made.  Would you cash over youth?

But that didn't happen this year...  So instead of getting bummed about it, Eric and I talk not only of the "bracket challenge that could have been" but also the brackets that will be... You will hear me speak on the 'cast about the "missing" 27th episode....I decided to spin back time and make THIS the 27th episode.  Take that, time/space continuum! 

Note: While the CDC has not yet outlined a specific directive on the topic, my informal studies show that sharing this podcast does not spread COVID-19 or any other diseases. Sharing headphones might though...so download it for yourself, don't share someone else's. In this mini-episode, I take a quick moment to address the infectious elephant in the room and its impact on the TodCast. While I like...

Todd and Eric take a trip down memory lane to cover the current owner of Eric's #3 spot, "Weird Al" Yankovic.  He is always funny, but also someone that the brothers find that most other folks under appreciate.  They try to educate and entertain as they work to correct that oversight.  You're welcome! If you would like to learn more and see Eric Hersey's list as discussed in the pod...

In this episode, Todd and Eric respond to a listener topic request.  See disclaimer below for more details. Disclaimer:  Todd and Eric are not playing a game show (nor hosting one) in this episode.  They are reminiscing and chatting about game shows.

We launch into our new sub-series of pointless debates with the randomly determined topic:  going commando.  Todd and Eric have opinions and talking points that they have not prepared for (or necessarily thought out).  As an added bonus, Eric's dogs and tiny son chime in as well.  Though we can't be sure due to language barriers, I'm fairly certain the dog is pro commando.  Jury is out on Miles' t...

Todd lies back on the couch and seeks the advice of Dr. Eric (not a real doctor) Hersey.  They discuss all of the various projects and hobbies and how they find time to make them all happen. As someone with a fictional doctorate is often keen to do, Eric cites his references.  For your convenience and ease of follow up, that name is: Dave Crenshaw in case you want to dig into the courses to which...

We continue the series with Eric's current number two on his list: the band Journey.  Once again, Todd is a bit behind the curve in his experience with this legendary rock group but thanks to some guidance from his brother, he did some podcast prep (for once) and the two have an intelligent conversation and much is learned. If you would like to learn more and see Eric Hersey's list as discussed in...

Todd sees something on Twitter, so of course he rambles a bit about Twitter itself before getting to the actual point.  That point being: pro tips for the coming apocalypse.   For those that care to follow some tweets: @CastTod (why aren't you already following this?), @TodaysShowTitle, @DungeonCollege, and @Fnord5 are all there for you to enjoy!

Todd and Eric discuss the latest installment in the Skywalker saga.  At one point, Todd *may* have a bit of a rant about how fickle fans can be and urges all to remember that this is a story about space wizards with laser swords.  Eric *may* have some choice words about the flooring condition of an American diner.

Todd and Eric plan to pick a fight, so they sort out the rules and plan for shallow victory.

Eric talks about his number one band: The Beatles, whom Todd (surprisingly) only truly discovered in recent years. The Hersey brothers share their thoughts, memories, and some of Eric’s research. If you would like to learn more and see Eric Hersey's list as discussed in the podcast, go here: https://musicranked.com/

Eric discusses his long running project to mathematically determine his favorite bands, albums, and songs.  Because apparently, that guy's gut can't be trusted. NOTE:  While "math" is in the title and we discuss (at a low level) some figures, formulas, and algorithms, there is NO math required to be performed by you, the listener. If you would like to learn more and see Eric Hersey's lis...

Todd and Eric discuss the fitness challenge that they are participating in with their wives.  The conversation then takes a hard right turn and the brothers commiserate about the hazards and mental strain of laundry duty. 

Todd and Eric break down their thoughts on the season finale of The Mandalorian.  We also chat for a bit about the old expanded universe, Todd makes some book recommendations and Eric suggests some other Star Wars podcasts that folk can listen to for more in depth background on all things Star Wars. Links (as promised): Star Wars In Character Podcast Looking at Lucasfilm Podcast Coffee With K...

Not to be confused with Ted talks, Todd and Eric address the audio elephant in the room as regards how technology regularly plots against us in our quest to record audio for the podcast.

Todd and Eric are back at it again discussing the penultimate chapter in the first season of The Mandalorian.  Topics include:  what we'd do for our favorite shirts, LinkedIn for Stormtroopers, and Eric's shady air horn investment scheme.  We also talk about the show.

As Todd gets ready to embark upon his new podcast adventure (the Dungeon Community College podcast), he chats with his brother/webmaster about how Eric Hersey gets it done! Since I'm putting links in the show notes (for once), I'll go ahead and link to the other website we reference, abbyhersey.com , illustrator for the TodCast cover art and all of the art and design elements of all of my web pres...

Eventually, Todd will figure out how he wants to name these episodes with some sort of regularity.  In any case, he and Eric discuss chapter 6 of The Mandalorian, a delightful Star Wars series on Disney+.   We pre-apologize for the way that technology hates us in the form of Skype acting up and making some of the audio less than ideal.

You are not missing episodes 3 and 4 of the series, I just figured that having episode 3 cover chapter 5 of the Mandalorian was too confusing.  So now the episodes of this podcast will line up with the chapters of the show.  We'll see how long that lasts...

The Hersey boys discuss Eric's Apple Watch fitness war that he is engaged in with Todd's wife.  And apparently Todd can't diet because the metadata is not accurate enough.

Todd and Eric nerd out over Star Wars once again.  In keeping with the spirit of the Star Wars episode numbering system, episode 2 (which is actually episode 8 of this season of the TodCast) is the one where we actually talk about episodes 3 and 4 of the Mandalorian TV series...because that makes sense, right? As a bonus, we discuss what has become known as the "maclunkey" debacle and Todd's...

Todd discusses the “ok boomer” thing that seems to be all the rage as of late. He goes on to talk about generational differences and how he’d really appreciate it if we could all just play nice.

Todd talks about the eleventh month, what he has going on, and a bit of what's to come.

Todd and Eric team up to discuss the latest Star Wars offering on Disney+, The Mandalorian.   Join us for hot takes (and bot takes, as we dig into droid lore).  As the show title suggests: spoilers ahead!