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Statehood

Derek, Will and Anthonypodcasters.spotify.com
Join three friends as they journey through the craziest headlines that make America's news. A bi-weekly show that traverses the 50 states one by one. Come for the articles and leave concerned. Email: [email protected]
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Episodes

Ep.50 Florida - Open Palm Belt Slap

WE'VE DONE IT!!! They said we were crazy! They said we'd never pull it off! But the Lads have returned for one last tour! Join along as we finally shine the spotlight on the state that inspired it all! Florida! #ThisIsStatehood

Dec 25, 202258 minEp. 50

Ep.49 Hawaii - Flap Slaps

Listen... I take no responsibility for the name... Derek takes the Lads on a grand tour of Hawaii and its... just odd rules involving the islands and the whether or not the man from Minons is allowed to sink them. Brace yourselves as the clock is about to strike midnight! And Watch as our magical carriage ofa podcast returns to its pumpkin shape! (I don't know what I'm saying anymore...) #ThisIsStatehood

Sep 14, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 49

Ep.48 Iowa - Papa John's B.B.P.S

Can YOU fingure out the title? Join the Lads as they explore, yet another forgotten state! Iowa may be relitively close to us here in the Midwest. But do we sure forget it's there! Also! Can you figure out what movie Anthony is referencing the entire time? Because he won't tell us... #ThisIsStatehood

Aug 17, 20221 hrEp. 48

Ep.47 Massachusetts - Mark Wahlburg's Jiggles

We're so close... Only 3 more Eps until the blood oath is satisfied and I no longer need to worry about the fate of my 3rd born! The Lads traverse Massachusetts this week! Join along as Derek gives a tour of this classic state in a way that only Derek knows how! #ThisIsStatehood

Jul 27, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 47

Ep.46 Minnesota - Colonel Mustard's Ghost Coin

Can YOU find the hidden episode title? This week the lads traverse the forgotten lands of Minnesota. Will's energy is a bit concerning and Derek loses his damn mind... And not a drop of alcohol between them! #ThisIsStatehood

Jul 06, 20221 hrEp. 46

Ep.45 Connecticut - It's Pronounced Pączki

Let's see YOU pronounce it! But yeah, the Lads are back! And the little state of Connecticut has a healthy amount of weird for us to explore! #ThisIsStatehood

Jun 08, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 45

Ep. 44 Rhode Island - Nude Magic Tricks

Rhode Island is the smallest state but it surely didn't disappoint. Anthony gives the lads several new ways to look at life and may have lost his mind along the way. See if we have to find his replacement on this weeks comedy packed episode with topics ranging from nude antics, emus galore, and all the ways Anthony looks at life! Remember to tell your friends and as always drop us 5 stars on whatever platform you listen on!

May 11, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 44

Ep.43 Mississippi - Saddest State?

Mississippi was a lot quieter than we'd probably assume. But the Lads are determined to traverse each and every on of these forsaken states! #ThisIsStatehood

Apr 13, 202254 minEp. 43

Ep.42 New Jersey - The Shore No More

How have we not done this one yet? The Lads take to the East Coast to explore the weirdest state in New England! Will investigates U.F.O. sightings, the fear of being buried alive! AND? trying to bluff a casino. #ThisIsStatehood

Mar 30, 202258 minEp. 42

Ep.41 Virginia - Weirdly Un-Funny

We're winding down with the final 10! Derek has to get... Supplemental here in as the Lads traverse the iconic state of Virginia. Such things may include a short detour to Portland to investigate a missing Minor League Baseball mascot. This is certainly a unique one... #ThisIsStatehood

Mar 16, 202258 minEp. 41

Ep.40 Alaska - A Western Nessie

What better way to mark our second biggest mile stone with the largest state??? Join the Lads as they traverse a state so large, that they travel 500 miles just for a single story of a man tempting fate with bears... And a bunch of other large topics... We're officially in the final stretch! #ThisIsStatehood

Feb 23, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 40

Ep.39 South Carolina - Too Sexy?

Some say that the stateof South Carolina might just be TOO sexy. Others might not know what you're going on about... 2/3 of the lads are in the latter camp... Derek takes the lads on an adventure through S. Carolina in the ways that only Derek knows how! By making us ask SO many questions and answering very... dismally... few of them. Will also takes us on a detour with a rare Statehood Abroad! #ThisIsStatehood

Feb 09, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 39

Ep.38 Arkansas - Drop A Fidy For A Billy

Ahh Arkansas, with all your... Stuff... I'm sure that you have... Probably... Okay, So Arkansas doesn't have a whole lot going on. But! the lads are still here to bring the laughs at the weird that is ever present in every state! Tag along as we discuss MORE misplaced animals, visit a place that collects relics of the past, and present another illicit sandwich! (No... Not like last time...) #ThisIsStatehood

Jan 26, 202257 minEp. 38

Ep.37 North Dakota - The Incident...

The Lads are back! It's been a wild late Autumnal/ early Winter season, but Derek gives us a tour through N. Dakota to get our wheels rolling again. And if you're thinking, "Is there even anything IN N. Dakota?" you'll be happy to know, in fact, there is not! Join the Lads as we discuss Popcorn machine rules, weaponized yo-yos, the numerous large animal sculptures, and what will be here by referred to as, "The Incident" We're rearing toward the end! #ThisIsStatehood

Jan 12, 202249 minEp. 37

Ep.36 Alabama - Trained Attack Squirrel

If I were to tell you that there was a man in Alabama with an ALLEGEDLY trained attack squirrel, would you believe me? That's right we've got that, the most chaotic man I think we've ever reported on, and the SADDEST ATTRACTIONS Derek has discovered to date! The Lads go on a hell of a journey this week. Tag along if you want some good laughs! #ThisIsStatehood

Oct 06, 202151 minEp. 36

Ep.35 Illinois - Is It Ketchup? Or Catsup?

Unfortunately this is the second of the 3 recorded with Will's Garbage audio... But! join the lads as they travel through the SILLY state of Illinois! Derek leads the tour with a slew of just odd attractions, the usual assortment of weird crime, and even treats us to an aboard to round out the day! Only 15 left in our trip across these wild 50 States! #ThisIsStatehood

Sep 22, 202157 minEp. 35

Ep.34 Utah - The Kids ARE Alright

I CANNOT PREFACE THAT ENOUGH! The Lads trail through Utah this week with a slew of odd and reckless people! Join us as we visit a stubborn house shopper, a few uncommitted bank robbers, and a couple of kids that just wanted to swim in the ocean! Special Shout-Out to Jack for throwing us not 1! But 2 Articles this week! #ThisIsStatehood

Sep 09, 202156 minEp. 34

Ep.33 Maryland - Thickkk Assss Crabbb

Turns out you can base a state solely on the flag! This week we discuss the randomness that makes up not only the flag but the people that inhabit the odd state of Maryland. The lads find out the secret to the best car wash in all the land, where the best mascot to date went on Halloween and the smell that gets Anthony going at 10:30 pm. Leave us a review and tell all your friends what you horrifically learned this week on Statehood! As always send us your random articles to thisisstatehood@gmai...

Aug 26, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Ep.32 Oregon - The Sexiest of the Seven Dwarves

I think we all know who is responsible for this title... Yes that's right! The Lads are back in the Pacific Northwest with all manner of weird. We explore a case of mistaken death, Will finds ANOTHER, long distance, missing pet, and also, Will throw's his hat in the ring for his take on Statehood most troubling article. It's only getting weirder folks! #ThisIsStatehood

Aug 04, 202157 minEp. 32

Ep.31 New Mexico - The Weenie Wars!

If 1.2 millions years of porn doesn't excite you what will?! This week we hit the dry alien rich deserts of New Mexico to dip our toes in all sorts of places. We learned so much about meth and hope you can take at least something new home to tell the people you care about. Thanks again for listening and always remember to Stay Weird America!

Jul 14, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Ep.30 Georgia - I Eat Uber Eats

Another 10th Episode Milestone with #30! The lads traverse the Southern State of Georgia, and they're bringing all the bits you've come to know and love. Derek takes time to practice his accents and tells us all about the most concerning attractions in the state. Anthony Tells us what we can and can't do in Georgia, and Will adds to his animal quota! We're barreling toward the end with only 20 left to go! #ThisIsStatehood

Jun 29, 202156 minEp. 30

Ep.29 Oklahoma - We Discover a Future Supervillain

The lads are back! And with Derek at the helm? You know you're in for a... Well, memorable ride. The lads trail through the frying pan known as Oklahoma. Witness everything from a little girl with some unusual pets, an odd public shower, and, debatably, the MOST troubling thing Derek has pulled from the depths of the internet! We're one away from 30! And if you've made it this far? Well, you know what's to come... #ThisIsStatehood

Jun 16, 202154 minEp. 29

Ep.28 New Hampshire - Nipple Eyes

Some refer to New Hampshire as the Texas of the North, whatever that means... Join the lads this week as we openly discuss all the fun and terrifying news stories that have come out of this tiny state. Hope you enjoy animal stories cause there is plenty to go around in this episode, oh and nipple talk. Probably too much nipple talk, but hey. At this point that's on you if you didn't expect that from this show. As always feel free to email us at [email protected] and above all thanks for ...

Jun 04, 202155 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Ep.27 Delaware - Chunk Norris

Where oh ware could we possibly be? That's right! The lads are heading to the east coast this week to visit the great state of Delaware. Come along on our surprisingly short plane ride to learn how Delaware became the first state (thanks to Daryl), and how hard it is to contort your mouth to say "Punkin Chunkin". We'll also discover a rising new folk artist who goes by the name of Chunk. Check out his new hit single titled, "Chunk Don't Eat Junk" using the link below. #ThisIsStatehood https://ww...

May 18, 20211 hr 2 min

Ep.26 Nevada - Barrack Obama Eats Horses

Nothing says exciting quite like the desert! What will the Lads turn up this week when they visit Nevada? Some topics in this week's episode include: The short history of camels, Ron Paul and his ladies and all things UFO! Sit back and please your ears with this week's episode of Statehood! As always, if you have any strange articles feel free to send them our way at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Apr 29, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Ep.25 Texas - A New Host

We've done it! Twenty. Five. Episodes. We're half way there, and this one is a hell of midpoint. A new guest host leads the charge as the lads experience the MOST bold, first time car buyer. A man with the most charitable lifestyle, and the LEAST SAFE Jungle Gym you could possibly imagine. We're only going up from here! #ThisIsStatehood.

Apr 21, 202158 minEp. 25

Ep.24 Indiana - The People of the Corn

Do yah like corn? Perhaps Shoes? Trees maybe? Well, we got loads of those here in Indiana. The Lads take a tour through the fine Midwest state of Indiana this week, guided by Derek in a, pleasantly surprising, less troubling tour of Indiana's unique flavor of weird (it's corn flavored) #ThisIsStatehood

Mar 31, 202154 minEp. 24

Ep.23 West Virginia - Cows With Knives?!

Another wild animal on the loose case. And this time, they're armed! Join the boys this week as they make their way through those Blue Ridge Mountains into West Virginia. Complete with big cats, trains (no sleeping!) and maybe even a sighting of the infamous Moth Man, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Once again we would like to thank @flipbandofficial for providing the music used in our episodes. You can find their full EP album on most streaming platforms. As always, if you have a str...

Mar 17, 202148 min

Ep.22 South Dakota - Meth! We're on it!

Maybe we are, maybe we aren't? Tune into this episode to find out! Articles include porch swings gone wrong, the best campaign in all the land and farmer talk with Anthony. Please go support @flipbandoffical and listen to their EP album on most streaming platforms. As as always if you have a strange article you want to share with us fell free to email us at [email protected]. Enjoy the rolling plains of South Dakota and leave us a review or subscribe to our show. Thanks!

Feb 17, 202154 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Ep.21 Missouri - The Origins of Footloose

No, no, you read that title correctly. This week, the Lads take a trip to the edge of the Southwestern corner of the Midwest. Learn of the latest Get-Rich-Quick scheme that's FOOL PROOF! The Origins of an 80's Classic, and tag along for an unwanted road trip with a goat! We've certainly continued our trend of weird in Missouri and we don't plan on changing course anytime soon! #ThisIsStatehood

Feb 03, 202153 minEp. 21
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