In this episode, the LD Crew get into a spirited debate about Occupy Wall Street and the decline of America. Could this have all been avoided if Netflix didn't raise their prices or introduce Qwikster? If the Crew were millionaires, could they save the country? Recorded October 11, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. The LD Crew record a video commercial while on air, but shortly after investigating something that may or may not be burning somewhere in the studio. Afterwards, the Crew returns to answering the rest of their FormSpring questions and learn what furtling is all about. Recorded October 4, 2011.
To celebrate The Lost Dial's 20th episode, Mike D brings in a drawing he made when he was a mere 5 years old, dreaming of this very day. Later, The LD Crew answers questions from it's new FormSpring account (check us out and ask us anything http://www.formspring.me/TheLostDial ). Best Superbowl performance, movie theater assassinations and Sterling salutes Andy Rooney. Recorded October 4, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. The Crew discusses plans for the next episode and making a video commercial while also discussing Cops (actual police men and the TV show) and getting tickets for various driving offenses. Superheroes are once again discussed, gripes about Netflix and Facebook, and we learn a secret about the mysterious Cougar. And what does Mike D want to do that C-Loss already has? Recorded September 27, 2011.
The LD Crew appreciates the brilliance and humor of Jane Lynch, which Mike D learns is a lesbian and C-Loss learns her name. Sterling recounts how he got attacked by a fan over the weekend and Wendy's car is attacked by cats. Later, Sterling gives a review of new and returning shows for the Fall TV season. Recorded September 27, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Mike D continues reading some hilarious tweets. "Troy" retells his story of how he got fired, and includes plot points he left out the first time. Later, the crew listens to a variety of clips from the Internet including the Roast of Charlie Sheen and "No Homo" from Funny or Die. Recorded September 20, 2011.
In this very Jewish-centric episode, some guy named Troy tells the story of how he lost his job and the LD Crew declare themselves #TeamTwitter in the Facebook vs Twitter debate. Mike D finds a new Twitter friend and Sterling gives a review of the Emmys. Recorded on September 20, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Mike, Sterling, Wendy, and Sharon talk about female comedians, classic TV shows, movie remakes and Wendy's pet-hating neighbor. Recorded September 13, 2011.
Sterling, Mike and Chris tell stories of having things stolen from their cars, or having cars stolen. Later they get into a conversation about suicide and the worst ways to die. Haley recalls her recent concert adventures, and Wendy reveals her love of fairs, game shows and TV Land. Recorded August 9, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Someone in Florida owes C-Loss a lot of money, so the Crew contemplates yet another road trip including stops in NYC and DC. Meanwhile, everyone reveals movies that made them cry. Recorded on (with some accidental popping sounds, we're sorry) September 6, 2011.
The Lost Dial welcomes recent CSB grad Wendy into the LD Crew while just about everyone else gets new nicknames (except Sterling who has too many already). The Crew also discusses more aftermath of Irene, bad parenting, and mean people on the North Eastern coast. Recorded on September 6, 2011.
The LD Crew talk about the aftereffects of Hurricane/Tropical Storm Irene. They also look for bathroom apps, discuss the state of Texas, Mike D tests Sterling about the commercial bumper song, and C-Loss continues his love rant for wonderful Tina Fey. Recorded August 30, 2011.
In this semi-explicit hour, Mike, Sterling and Chris, who claim they have nothing to talk about, encourage the seemingly innocent Haley to chat with a wrestler wandering around the studios. Chris experiences a blue-eyed black woman, Sterling contemplates being a con artist, and Mike and Haley talk about hanging with Kanerko at a recent concert. Check out a clip of one their newest singles! Some of it is missing in the middle, we apologize Kanerko, but you guys still rock! Recorded August 23, 201...
The LD Crew choose life mates should either of them are the last man or woman on earth with the Cougar living up to her name when she reveals her pick. Carolyn the Producer share her life plan and Sterling reminisces about a fad he started in high school. Recorded August 16, 2011.
Mike D opens the show by asking the crew some intimate if not obscene and obscure questions to get to know each other. Then the LD crew discusses merchandising, so write us and let us know what you'd like to see. C-Loss get free dog food and Sterling has a brush with death. Recorded August 16, 2011.
In this musically themed episode, Sterling and C-Loss get funky and soulful while the Cougar introduces an up and coming country star that could appeal to even country music haters. Humans interfering with nature (and human nature) is revisited, along with a thoughtful and sincere look at cannibalism, and the joys of Twitter. Recorded August 9, 2011.
In this extended hour, it's just Mike D and Sterling Silver as they get serious and have a real one on one discussion. Mike D explains the debt ceiling and historical politics. Later they discuss racism and if things have gotten better since the 50's and 60's, traveling back in time, while also thinking about the future. Sterling also reveals some little known important events in his past, and some people that really inspire him. Recorded on August 2, 2011.
The LD crew debate the pros and cons to having a good time at the beach and who should be allowed to go. Mike D shares more of his medical history, Carolyn the Producer talks about visiting Sirius XM and Sterling flashes some chest hair. Recorded on August 2, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Mike D, Sterling and C Loss continue their rant on social networking and kids playing outside, space explorations funded by corporations, and politicians that shouldn't be in their office because of their name but would make for a hilarious bumper sticker. This episode was cut short due to our location and claustrophobia setting in. Recorded July 26, 2011. (Please readjust your speakers accordingly, we apologize ...
The ANR studio is having serious technical difficulties, so the LD Crew is relocated to a small office that's converted into a makeshift radio studio. Mike D kicks off the show with news from Parliament, Sterling's "stink berry" tree, and a rant on old weird neighbors and how social networking and technology is destroying our children's childhoods. Recorded July 26, 2011. (Please readjust your speakers accordingly, we apologize for the inconvenience.)
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. As the LD Crew disappears in this short extended episode, Carolyn the Producer, Mike D, C Loss and Sterling Silver let their geek flags wave high as they discuss and reveal surprises about Harry Potter, Star Trek, and Lost. Mike D also reveals the source of Sterling's newest nickname. Recorded July 19, 2011.
The LD Crew (everyone is back) has breaking news all day from ratings info to a train accident in Delaware to minorities at the water park. Sharon the Cougar debuts a new country music segment, Mike D likes Disney Channel's iCarly, C Loss has a fascination with hard boiled eggs and Sterling admits he is the token black guy... and has a fascination with penguins. Special shout out to all our armed forces! Record on July 19, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Mike D picks up where he left off discussing America's economical crisis before exposing how Haley spent her weekend which shatters the seemingly innocent image she portrays. The LD Crew, with Kanerko still hanging out with us, run through a series of topics from southern churches to shot girls at bars to Chris and Sterling's love for superhero movies.
The Lost Dial meets with up and coming rock band Kanerko, as Haley fires off questions about inspirations and aspirations. Meanwhile, Mike D discusses a recent Dirty Jobs episode regarding inseminating turkeys.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Mike D gives Sterling and Haley some theme song trivia and discusses Shazam for movies and other smartphone apps. Meanwhile, the crew talks about evil politicians including Michelle Bachmann's husband, comedians and The History Channel. Recorded on July 5, 2011.
The LD Crew discusses "real" Americans from liberals to Bachmann, Palin and everone in between. Meanwhile, C-Loss has memory loss due to the holidays, Mike D relentlessly plugs his favorite show Breaking Bad, Nicolas Cage's bad movies, chatting with the Cougar and shout out to our German fans! And Casey Anthony found not guilty (we finished recording a couple hours before announced.) Recorded July 5, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. The Lost Dial Crew get vulgar as they discuss several YouTube videos, politicians, corny jokes, and various other topics, unfiltered and uncut. Recorded June 28, 2011.
The Lost Dial Crew get blessed by the presence of greatness that is Connecticut School of Broadcasting founder Dick Robinson. Recorded on June 28, 2011.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. The Lost Dial continues for another hour, talking about TV storytelling, the Black Shadow gang, Brad Neely, The "Lost" list, unsmart phones, Lost Dialer appreciation and fan dialing, Mike D's intervention, Haley's happy meter, shoe stores in Colchester, memories (and zombies) in Meriden, Captain Tirrell, more on Kanerko, men with capes and Eyes Wide Shut.
The LD Crew returns and discuss their vacations last week. Carolyn the Producer brings donuts, "Debbie Loves Cats", cannibalism, Father's Day and neck ties, Rep. Anthony Weiner resigns, annoying ring tones, Amy Winehouse, and preparing for Kanerko. Recorded on June 21, 2011.
