Todays Boondoggle Podcast

**Did Paul McCoy Sing on Evanescence & Write WWE Themes? 🎤🔥** On this explosive episode of Today’s Boondoggle, Bill sits down with Paul McCoy of 12 Stones for a deep dive into rock history you don’t want to miss! Paul shares how Silverchair and Alice In Chains inspired him to chase music, the origin and meaning behind the name 12 Stones, and how boldly volunteering at Wind-Up Records landed...

From Navy Seabee to Mayor—Is Brook Park Landing the Browns? 🏈On this milestone *400th episode**, Bill sits down with his longtime friend, Navy shipmate, and current **Mayor of Brook Park, Ed Orcutt* for a powerful, funny, and inspiring conversation you won’t forget. Ed shares his journey from growing up in a poor immigrant family in Buffalo, to moving to Cleveland, falling in love with Joy and ma...

How Did Gravewitch’s Drummer Forge Metal in Bend, OR? 🥁🤘On this high-octane episode of Today’s Boondoggle*, Bill sits down with **Andrew Ingraham**, the thunderous drummer of **Gravewitch**, for a deep dive into life behind the kit and inside the modern metal scene. Andrew shares how following in his father’s footsteps led him to the drums, how a second-grade friendship with Chris Fleming turned...

How a Cleveland TikTok Rock Creator Got SiriusXM? 🤘🎙️On this high-voltage episode, Bill sits down with TikTok influencer and SiriusXM Radio host *Jesea Lee* for a wildly entertaining deep dive into music, wrestling, and the creator grind. Jesea shares what it was like growing up in the *Cleveland* rock scene, discovering metal through *WMMS**, and being one of the earliest TikTok creators champio...

Did DBZ’s Sonny Strait & Nerd Legend Brian Tochi Spill All? 🎤🔥 Get ready for a NERDdoggle takeover at Fan Expo Cleveland 2026! Bill sits down with legendary voice actor Sonny Strait, the iconic voice behind Dragon Ball Z and One Piece, to talk about his journey in voice acting, the grind it took to succeed, and his passion for inspiring the next generation. From anime fandom to convention cu...

*Is Horror Scene Reinventing Shock Rock with Godzilla, Gore & Grit? 🦖🎭* On this killer episode of *Today’s Boondoggle**, Bill sits down with **Veritas and Jonny Suicide of Horror Scene* for a wild, no-holds-barred conversation that dives deep into horror culture, shock rock, and the grind behind building a band with a true visual identity. From Jonny’s epic *Godzilla toy collection* to their...

*Is Amerikan Overdose the Hardest-Working Band in Metal Right Now? 🤘🔥* On this wild episode of *Today’s Boondoggle**, Bill sits down with **Amerikan Overdose* to break down the raw, unfiltered grind behind building a metal band from the ground up. From Cody landing his first radio DJ gig as a literal baby, to navigating Portland’s tight-knit (and sometimes incestuous) music scene, this conversat...

*From Marine to Funk Legend: How Did JS Williams Do It? 🎖️🎶* On this electric episode of *Today’s Boondoggle**, Bill sits down with former U.S. Marine and powerhouse musician **JS Williams* for a jaw-dropping journey through grit, groove, and purpose. JS opens up about growing up in the hood, becoming a teacher in the inner-city school system, and navigating environments that felt like war zones...

What Really Happens Behind Ozzfest Buses? Dallas Wade Tells All 🤘🔥On this no-holds-barred episode of *Today’s Boondoggle**, Bill links up with **Dallas Toler-Wade**, guitarist of **Narcotic Wasteland* and former member of *Nile**, for a deep dive into metal history, chaos, and hard-earned clarity. Dallas takes us from childhood hair-brush performances and discovering melodic metal to grinding it...

*Is the Military Working With Aliens? UFO Tech, PsyOps & Love Frequency 👽🚀* In this special edition of Today’s Boondoggle — *The Monday Night News* — Bill Bailey brings you current events with a wild, mind-bending twist. Joined by legendary drummer and UFO enthusiast Rich Beddoe (Finger Eleven, Saint Asonia), the crew dives deep with former U.S. Marine combat pilot and Intelligence Officer *...

*Did He Jam With Jim Morrison & Witness Altamont? 🎸🔥* On this electric episode of Today’s Boondoggle*, Bill sits down with Canadian big band and jazz legend **Mike Van Eyes* for a jaw-dropping ride through music history. From growing up with an opera-singing mom and folk-music dad to performing on ukulele at age five, Mike’s life has been steeped in sound from the very beginning. He shares s...

*Can Music Defy Disability? Brandon Mendenhall’s Mind Over Matter 🎸🔥* On this powerful episode of **Today’s Boondoggle**, Bill sits down with musician **Brandon Mendenhall**, a true testament to resilience, creativity, and grit. Born with **Cerebral Palsy**, Brandon was told “you can’t” his entire life—but instead of accepting limits, he shattered them. From learning guitar inspired by **Munky f...

*“Did Red Peters’ Wild Boston Roots & Howard Stern Stories Spark His Rise? 🤘😂”* Get ready for one of the wildest, funniest, and most unpredictable conversations ever on Today’s Boondoggle! Bill sits down with comedian, musician, and entrepreneurial madman **Red Peters**—and nothing is off-limits. From his early dreams of the priesthood (before girls and rock ’n’ roll derailed everything), to...

“Can a Former Army Rigger Turn Trauma into Purpose and Save Veterans? 🎖️🔥”From Army brat to Army rigger, from chaos to redemption — this episode is a wild ride! Bill sits down with former parachute rigger and Mental Health Specialist Christopher Morgan, who opens up about his turbulent upbringing, joining the military, the intense responsibilities of packing life-or-death chutes, and the mistakes...

*Is a Multidimensional Awakening Transforming Humanity? 👽✨* Step into the multidimensional magic as Bill goes on an incredible journey with the amazing Dr. Yafi Yair! This episode bursts with wonder as we explore the limitless imagination of children, staying open-minded as adults, and Dr. Yafi’s powerful path through Clinical Psychology and Hypnotherapy. Discover how the lockdowns opened doors...

What Is The Order Beneath? Krysis The Prophet Reveals All ⚡👁️Buckle up, Boondoggle fans—this episode takes a wild dive into the darkness beneath! Bill connects with Krysis The Prophet of Under Black Sky for an electrifying transmission from The Order Beneath*. Discover how this mysterious creative force came to life, fueled by the chaos of COVID and inspired by the legends of *KISS and *Iron Maid...

What Secrets Did Clint Howard Reveal About Hollywood, Family & the Devil? 😈🍦Buckle up for an epic Ride Along with the legendary *Clint Howard**, as Bill dives deep into Clint’s incredible Hollywood journey! From growing up in a showbiz family and his brotherly bond with **Ron Howard**, to behind-the-scenes stories on classics like **Gentle Ben**, **Star Trek**, and **Backdraft**, this interv...

*Did Candi Carpenter’s “Demonology” Era Unlock Their True Self? 👀🔥* Bill dives deep into the sweet and soulful world of *Candi Carpenter**, a powerhouse artist with roots in gospel, grit, and pure creativity! 🍭🎤 From growing up in a family gospel band in Toledo, to unleashing their hauntingly beautiful work with **Church of Roswell* and the jaw-dropping **“Demonology” album**, this episode tak...

Is Humanity Awakening? 🌎 Ageless Wisdom, Karma & the Age of Aquarius! Welcome to a special edition of *Today’s Boondoggle: The Monday Night News!* Join Bill and guest *Sabina Qureshi* as they dive into the mysteries of the *Ageless Wisdom* — exploring *hope for humanity*, the **Masters of Wisdom**, and the upcoming **Age of Aquarius**. 🌌After a life-changing event sparked her spiritual quest...

Did This Army Major Jump Out of Planes at 70? 🪂🇺🇸* Get ready for an inspiring and action-packed conversation as Bill sits down with Retired Army Major *John Holbert**, a man who defines *leadership, discipline, and adventure*! From attending the **U.S. Military Academy Prep School* in high school to joining the *Airborne Jump Family**, Major Holbert shares how hard work and grit helped him earn h...

Did Saying “YES” to Every Gig Take Brendan Porray from NYHC to Suicidal Tendencies? 🤘🔥In this explosive episode of Today’s Boondoggle*, Bill reconnects with his longtime friend and NYHC powerhouse, **Brendan Porray**! From his early days shredding with **Contempt**, founding **Surface Records**, and managing **godbelow**, to rocking Cleveland stages with **Ringworm* and *216**, Brendan’s story i...

Is Angelo Moore of Fishbone the Most Electrifying Frontman Ever?! ⚡🔥Get ready for an unforgettable ride as Bill sits down with the legendary *Angelo Moore* of *Fishbone**! From the wild days of school integration in California to the explosive birth of Fishbone’s signature mix of **rock, punk, funk, and ska**, Angelo brings pure energy and passion to this conversation. We dive deep into his **hi...

*From Skinhead to Soldier for Christ? 🤘✝️ Tony “Scambony” Speaks Out!* On this episode of **Today’s Boondoggle**, Bill sits down with his longtime friend and founding member of the **American Werewolves**, Tony “Scambony” Hrdlicka. From his wild early days growing up in a fatherless home, falling into the hardcore scene, and rolling with some of the toughest crews, Tony’s journey is nothing short...

✨ Can Akashic Records Unlock Healing & Abundance? 🔮On this episode of Today’s Boondoggle*, Bill sits down with spiritual mentor, empath, and master Akashic Records teacher **Amy Robeson* for a conversation that’s both eye-opening and soul-stirring! 🌟Amy shares her powerful journey of growing up as an empath, overcoming depression, and discovering the deep wisdom of Edgar Cayce’s teachings....

Did the Navy’s Cambodia & Mayaguez Incidents Change Everything? 🚢🔥Strap in for another wild and unforgettable episode of *Today’s Boondoggle*! Bill reconnects with his longtime friend and Navy shipmate, Mike Medvec, for a journey packed with incredible stories straight out of the Vietnam era. From frozen uniforms during winter boot camp, to the chaos of the Cambodia and Mayaguez incidents, M...