Libraries vs Redbox, the 10 Commandments, Kelly Ripa's new co-host, Breaking Bad "recap", blaming Obama for the gas prices and a spoiler free review of The Dark Knight Rises . Recorded July 24, 2012. Recorded July 31, 2012.
Broadcasting from the future, Miike and Sterling discuss events of the week as of July 31st. They also discuss long running cartoon shows Family Guy, Simpsons and South Park. Sterling asks why Kate Upton is so popular and Miike discusses the meaning of art. Recorded July 24, 2012. Recorded July 31, 2012.
Sterling almost gets to meet one of his favorite artists--Mayer Hawthorne--after seeing him in concert, Miike explains the Middle Child Syndrome, Kelly Ripa gets a new Live! co-host from Meriden, and the LD Crew gets a special guest in the background. Recorded July 23, 2012.
The LD Crew discuss the power of clothes and frequency of laundering them, a cat goes missing, shout out to Charlotte, NC and Chattanooga, TN. SPOILER ALERT: Breaking Bad recap is 34:00-53:30. Recorded July 23, 2012.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Back from an unexpected extended break, The LD Crew sit down to discuss the recent Colorado tragedy and it's impact on society, entertainment and politics. Miike and Sterling offer their condolences to the victims and their families while reminding us to live our lives to the fullest. Recorded July 21, 2012
Miike and Sterling try out a different studio while the lounge is undergoing an update. Miike quizzes Sterling on his Breaking Bad knowledge, and Sterling explains predicts what the midnight crowd for The Dark Knight Rises might look like in a few weeks. Also, Amazing Spider-Man review and the Maguire/Garfield debate. Recorded July 8, 2012.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Miike D has some heavy criticism for a particular MTV show (as well as the channel itself) and Sterling gives an update of Charlie Sheen and other bizarre news. Can you sit next to a dead body on a plane for 10 hours? Also, the LD Crew gets a wrong number. "What what?" Recorded June 30th, 2012.
Sterling and Miike D break the news about Fox News flipping out over ObamaCare being declared constitutional by the Supreme Court. Later, a breakdown of the works of Wes Anderson and a number of shows such as Veep, The Newsroom and Louis get a quick analysis. Does marijuana give you face munchies? Recorded June 28th, 2012.
Sterling and Wendy welcome back a favorite friend and guest Babbling Babs. The Crew continues to discuss music new and old, Justin Beiber's problem, Sterling's bumper problem, football problems, living on mars, cruel school children, and the repulsive Jerry Sandusky. Has anyone else heard the song Wendy sings about black socks? Recorded June 23, 2012.
Miike gets excited for the return of Breaking Bad. TV actors' salaries fairness are called into question, signature analysis, the death of Rodney King, Draw Something game show, and Mad Men Twitterers. Who doesn't like WaWa? Recorded June 18, 2012.
Sterling and Miike D break down "Batman Forever" and crazy people in spandex, clips from Eddie Izzard and Sarah Silverman, the Topher Grace effect, and Sterling talks about a few movies he had high expectations for but let him down. Recorded June 18, 2012.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. The LD Crew is joined by special guests Ariel and Shelz of "808's and Coffee Breaks" fame to continue the discussion of zombies, black culture and some random 90's trivia from TMNT to Vanilla Ice. Recorded June 16, 2012.
The Roaring '90s with Howie Mandel and Jerry Seinfeld, "How I Met Ali Velshi", Sterling shares a theory on why there are no black zombies on "The Walking Dead", Mitt Romney = fiber, and confessions of an ex-Boy Scout. Tyler Perry: Hollywood puppet or Hollywood rebel? Recorded June 12, 2012.
In this riveting episode, Miike D and Sterling discuss recommended Emmy nominations, westerns, Mad Men season finale, online shopping, death of pens, the lighter game, Sterling's fountain room, illegal profanity, Tommy Lee Jones, RoboCop and matters of the brain and violence inflected on them. Recorded June 12, 2012.
Miike and Sterling revisit the zombie phenomena and discuss America's fascination with them, vampires, pirates, etc. Later, Miike plays a few clips of Game of Thrones and Sterling introduces news of a few upcoming films including Django Unchained . Sterling gives a detailed recap of a recent episode of Mad Men so Miike will be ready for the season finale. Recorded June 8, 2012.
Sterling rambles off a list of forgotten rappers, Miike attempts to lay out the history of hip hop, and later lists a few of his absolute best things. Also, Miike fears no germs. But what about a zombie apocalypse? Recorded May 29, 2012.
Miike D and Sterling discuss Memorial Day traditions, pollen filled smog, Mad Men recap and later joined by special guest and honorary crew member Babbling Babs. Sterling explains "The Road Test" and the power music wields. Babs is impressed by Miike and Sterling's knowledge of older songs as they enlighten her on hip hop. Is there a difference between hip hop and rap? Recorded May 29, 2012.
The LD Crew shines a spotlight on another podcast from friends of the show "808s and Coffee Breaks." Sterling finds a list of the 36 absolute best things. Miike gets honest and real about being a parent and teaching candor. Happy belated Mother's Day moms. Recorded May 20, 2012.
Song lyrics that never mention the title, Rocky Horror Picture Show, independent films vs cult classics. Later, Sterling predicts which new fall TV shows will be cancelled, and which ones he'll be watching (some are both). Recorded May 22, 2012.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Sterling encounters a woman with pricey embellishments, Wendy has an interesting and radical twist for strippers, and Miike defends hunting bears in your own house. Recorded May 19, 2012
Miike previews and reviews the new podcast (from friends, fans and special guests of The Lost Dial) "Porchcast". Sterling explains the Upfronts and a few new TV shows coming this fall. Also, Samurai vs ninjas? Recorded May 15, 2012.
Back from a brief hiatus, the crew discusses TV judge shows and who ranks best among them, Sterling explains his theory on the humor to helpfulness ratio in insurance commercials, and Miike explains his "the grass is greener" theory. Later, Sterling reminisces about his recent dentist visit. What does the tooth fairy look like? Recorded May 15, 2012.
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Sterling gives a review of his week and films in theaters, which including defending the Avengers to a CGi-hating Wendy. Meanwhile, Miike D has state trivia and welcomes a "hollagraphic" guest that overstays his welcome. Recorded May 5, 2012
The dynamics of genie wishing with a focus on Disney's Aladdin. Mike D shares memories of the school bus. Later, the day MTV lost it's relevance, and regional food chains (and cocktails named after locations) we wish were everywhere. Sterling paints a picture that might make you never want to eat oatmeal again. Recorded May 1, 2012.
Mike D and Sterling discuss events that took place over the weekend including playing a few of Mike's favorite bits from Jimmy Kimmel's White House Correspondence speech. Recorded May 1, 2012.
Entertainer and HD Records founder, Thomas Frank White, visits the LD Crew to talk about music, acting, and inspiration. Later, we learn Mike and TFW share a common bond in television programming. Recorded April 28, 2012.
The LD Crew discuss the weird relationships politicians have had with dogs before debating the faith in mankind. The Daffodil-less Festival. A channel for rich people that discriminates against the failed Occupy Wall Street protesters. Recorded April 24, 2012.
Does examining skin color and last names make us racist? What happened when Sterling takes LSD? And is Tupac really dead? Seriously? Recorded April 24, 2012
WARNING: Some language might offend some listeners. Parental discretion is advised. Due to technical difficulties beyond our control, the LD Crew didn't have much of an agenda, but still managed to have lots of fun as Wendy acted as DJ and "Miike" reminisced on his youth. Overall, not a single [bleep] was given, but the show goes on. Recorded April 21, 2012.
Sterling has car trouble (along with waiting until the last minute to do his taxes). A small child becomes one with a drawing. The readings of very wordy summaries. Mike continues his political pundit vacation. Later, Mike explains how trees work. (Yes, trees.) Stacy Adams vs Hushpuppies. Recorded April 17, 2012.
