In this episode, the boys gather in Matt's basement to talk about 90's music! We discuss grunge, nu metal and other trends in rock and metal music, hip-hop and rap, boy bands, video game music, R&B, and some other sound bits that came from the decade of Bill Clinton and Dixie cups with that blue design thing. You know what I'm talking about. We hope you're as entertained by this episode as Kurt Cobain was in Smells Like Teen Spirit!
Jun 13, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode, Stanley joins Riley and Matt once more to discuss adult animation! Not that kind, you cretins. We talk about what got us into some of the most popular animated comedies in pop culture, what our favorites and least favorites are (Big Mouth is the latter), and more assorted shenaniganery. There's something for everyone on this week's episode of 57 Mondays!
May 24, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode, we couldn't come up with one anime to talk about, so we talked about all of them! We discuss how anime in the modern sense came to be, its rise in popularity, elements of anime-related culture, and personal histories in watching/avoiding it through the years. It's time yet again for the summer episodes of 57 Mondays!
May 16, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode, the long-awaited day has come - we're talking about One Piece! Starting things off nice and easy, Riley and Calvin bring the One Series to fruition with the introduction of the Straw Hat pirates! Find out who they are, their backstories, missions, abilities, and generally why these lads are at sea for so long. Slowly but surely, you will be initiated into the cult. Welcome to the One Podcast.
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode, the boys do the Dew! In the first four-member episode (thanks 🅱️anley), we talk about the history, flavors, and lore behind Mountain Dew in the US and beyond. Also, Riley and Matt discuss the last school-sanctioned cult in modern times, the Mtn Dew Gang! Whatever happened in such an organization? Well, you'll find out now!
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode, the boys bring on Stanley to talk about Demon Slayer! We've talked about manga and anime before, but this one is on a level of popularity not often experienced in Japan, America, and the rest of the world. And that's saying something! It's got demons, breathing, forms, a demon slaying core, and so much more - but you know what it doesn't have? Calvin. Rip.
Feb 14, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode, Riley and Matt are met by Austin for a discussion about SCP! SCP is a fictional organization created online that is tasked with containing various paranormal entities throughout the globe, and the stories on its wiki page talk in great detail about just how powerful an SCP can be.
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Guess who's back? Back again. Welcome to season 2 of 57 Mondays! In this episode, the boys get back into the swing of things with a recap of the past few months. Calvin takes us through drum corps and hard engineering classes, Matt talks about his latest foe - depression, and Riley gives a quick summation of the FNAF lore. It's the (re)start of something grand, and we're bringing you all with! You have no choice after all.
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, Riley's gf enters the battle! Riley's gf, whose name is [REDACTED], joins the boys as they talk about Animal Crossing, the video game series with the village and its venture capitalists. Hear about the gameplay, characters, fan theories, general complaints, and the usual explicit content you've come to know.
Jun 29, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode, Riley and Matt are joined by their second guest to talk about Beastars! Logan enters the battle as the boys discuss the characters, storyline, soundtrack, fanbase, and much more about this Netflix original animated series - which, by the way, is full and total proof that the furries will soon be taking over.
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode, Riley and Matt are joined by their first guest to talk about thrash metal! Nate enters the battle as the boys discuss the discography, trivia, and happenings of some of the best thrash metal bands of the late 80's up to today. It's gritty vocals, speedy guitarists, nasty basslines, and the wonderful world of double-bass blast beats, and we hope you enjoy the first of our guest episodes on 57 Mondays!
Jun 10, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode, the boys are united once more to discuss the game that defined a generation - Minecraft. We talk about what it's about, what you can do, and its popularity - popularity in its style, its YouTubers that have covered it, and its rise and fall and rise again among the fanbase.
Jun 02, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode, amidst the chaos of finals week, the boys sit down to talk about... YouTubers. No rhetorical episode for you. The boys go over their YouTubing histories, some of their favorites over the years, and grumpy boomer commentary about where YouTube and Twitch are going. It's the entertainment platform of a generation, and now you get to hear just what we think about it.
May 18, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, Riley and Matt discuss a band known by few but beloved by all who do - King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. The boys discuss their songs, history, uniqueness in everything they do, and even a fan theory that all of their songs are connected to one another in the Gizzverse™. Nonagon Infinity has opened the door, so please, come on in.
May 11, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode, Matt talks about his favorite sport, ice hockey! Hear about how the game is played, how the NHL is organized, tanking and the draft, lamentations about where the league is going, and other trivia and shenanigans surrounding hockey and hockey fandom.
May 04, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode, the boys discuss food - a topic near and dear to so many of us, but only specific ones to specifically us. We discuss favorites, stories of our food encounters over the years, comparing and contrasting our tastes, and more on a laid back and chill episode. Grab a snack and enjoy - unless we dislike whatever it is you're eating.
Apr 27, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, Calvin talks about the timeless role-playing tabletop game Dungeons & Dragons. Hear how he got into it, what gameplay and storywriting is like, some of our main inspirations in the world of DnD broadcasting, and other shenanigans about the game you make yourself!
Apr 20, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, Riley attempts to talk about My Hero Academia when Matt and Calvin aren't doing stupid stuff. One more than the other, I'd say 😉. MHA is a manga and anime that's popular and running right now, featuring kids, quirks, and the daily chaos that comes from being a hero/villain in this world we live in. Merry April Fools Day.
Apr 13, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, the boys talk about the world in which we litter in! Various places, such as our homes, past and future travel destinations, and other "interesting" tidbits regarding geography are discussed. But it's fun, I swear.
Apr 06, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, Calvin and Riley talk about one of the first anime series they've watched - Hunter x Hunter! Hear about the characters, stories, multiple hiatuses, and more about the shonen jump style as a whole along with this particular series.
Mar 30, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode, the boys take a nostalgia trip to tell some childhood stories! It all started with Matt and the Yoshi Club™, and Calvin and Riley did things too. Eventually we all meet! Matt says "like" a lot in this one. And all the other episodes too. Find out more in this nickname-filled journey back to the good ol' days!
Mar 23, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 6
A day late, but are you really shocked? It's part 2 of the Matt's notes extravaganza on 57 Mondays! Part 2 features more variety in genre and popularity from the 70's, as well as a workout for our censoring squad (it's just Matt). Who needs healthy coping mechanisms when you have 57 Mondays?
Mar 20, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 5
It didn't take long but we have our first two-parter! Due to Matt's extensive research (if only I applied this work ethic to my studies 🙃), there is so much music we enjoy from the 1970's that we have a good hour of babble for you to enjoy. Buckle up, it's dad rock hours on 57 Mondays.
Mar 16, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this longer, juicier episode, Riley takes the boys through the epic series known as Chainsaw Man. This manga, soon-to-be anime, is a perfect encapsulation of the darker themes present in manga today - and if you listen, you'll know why these anti-hunks become so invested in just an hour. Well, a bit more. Whatever.
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, the boys dive into the wonderful world of v-Tubers, specifically those in Hololive. Riley takes us through all the individual personalities, moments, soundbites, and other phenomena around this wave of streaming entertainment. Between the (royalty-free!) background music and descriptions of each kawaii anime girl, you'll certainly feel like a dirty weeaboo along with our eternal Rilord. May he shine on through the ages.
Feb 22, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, Riley and Calvin talk about the roguelike video game Hades. Learn about its story, gameplay, other roguelike games, and the boys' favorite in-game moments. Hades is also a name for Hell, so technically we're telling you to go to Hell. You're welcome.
Feb 16, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to the first episode! In this one, the boys introduce themselves with favorite seasons, colors, hair, drinks, and talking about future episodes. We have no idea what we're doing, but we'll ultimately learn nothing. Sit back and tolerate 57 Mondays with us!
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 1
