As much as Todd grew up with Dungeons and Dragons, Eric thrived on professional wrestling. Just in time for April Fools' day and with WrestleMania right around the corner, Eric shares his insights on a sport that is totally real. Links, as promised: Downtown Wresting Federation: https://www.youtube.com/user/dtwflegend and https://www.youtube.com/user/DTWFVideos Hostile in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejwcsWo_iE8 Bobby Casserole gives The Dish: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq...
Apr 01, 2020•50 min•Season 4Ep. 30
Just a quick (and time sensitive) note about the plan for the TodCast's March Madness plans for this year and how you can be a part of it! Go to https://mygamecloset.wordpress.com/2020/03/29/march-madness-2020-toy-edition/ to participate! This is only running until April 3rd...after which I may or may not delete this episode.
Mar 30, 2020•9 min
Todd and Eric are at it again, with a debate topic provided by our mother: should cell phones be allowed at the dinner table. Unsurprisingly, Todd takes on the role of "grumpy old man who refuses to change with the times" and Eric speaks up for the youth. Enjoy, and don't forget to hit @CastTod on Twitter to vote for who you think "won" the debate!
Mar 25, 2020•30 min•Season 4Ep. 29
As Todd switches into "work from home" mode in response to the pandemic, he taps into the expertise of his two favorite freelancers and WFH experts: Abby and Eric. They discuss tips not only to help you be productive, but also stay sane. If you want even more info, both of them have recently (and independently) written articles on this topic as well: One from Abby: http://www.abbyhersey.com/journal/2020/3/17/working-from-home-for-the-first-time-tips-and-tricks-to-keep-you-productive-and-sane One...
Mar 24, 2020•41 min
With the 21st anniversary of the release of The Matrix soon upon us, Todd ponders a hypothetical that uses the "choose a pill" format, but with a different decision to be made. Would you cash over youth?
Mar 18, 2020•34 min•Season 4Ep. 28
But that didn't happen this year... So instead of getting bummed about it, Eric and I talk not only of the "bracket challenge that could have been" but also the brackets that will be... You will hear me speak on the 'cast about the "missing" 27th episode....I decided to spin back time and make THIS the 27th episode. Take that, time/space continuum!
Mar 17, 2020•31 min•Season 4Ep. 27
Note: While the CDC has not yet outlined a specific directive on the topic, my informal studies show that sharing this podcast does not spread COVID-19 or any other diseases. Sharing headphones might though...so download it for yourself, don't share someone else's. In this mini-episode, I take a quick moment to address the infectious elephant in the room and its impact on the TodCast. While I like to kid around on the 'cast, the Corona virus is no joke. I hope that everyone does everything that ...
Mar 17, 2020•12 min
Todd and Eric take a trip down memory lane to cover the current owner of Eric's #3 spot, "Weird Al" Yankovic. He is always funny, but also someone that the brothers find that most other folks under appreciate. They try to educate and entertain as they work to correct that oversight. You're welcome! If you would like to learn more and see Eric Hersey's list as discussed in the podcast, go here: musicranked.com
Mar 11, 2020•49 min•Season 4Ep. 26
In this episode, Todd and Eric respond to a listener topic request. See disclaimer below for more details. Disclaimer: Todd and Eric are not playing a game show (nor hosting one) in this episode. They are reminiscing and chatting about game shows.
Mar 04, 2020•40 min•Season 4Ep. 25
We launch into our new sub-series of pointless debates with the randomly determined topic: going commando. Todd and Eric have opinions and talking points that they have not prepared for (or necessarily thought out). As an added bonus, Eric's dogs and tiny son chime in as well. Though we can't be sure due to language barriers, I'm fairly certain the dog is pro commando. Jury is out on Miles' take on the topic. Enjoy, and don't forget to hit @CastTod on Twitter to vote for who you think "won" the ...
Feb 26, 2020•37 min•Season 4Ep. 24
Todd lies back on the couch and seeks the advice of Dr. Eric (not a real doctor) Hersey. They discuss all of the various projects and hobbies and how they find time to make them all happen. As someone with a fictional doctorate is often keen to do, Eric cites his references. For your convenience and ease of follow up, that name is: Dave Crenshaw in case you want to dig into the courses to which Eric referred.
Feb 19, 2020•43 min•Season 4Ep. 23
We continue the series with Eric's current number two on his list: the band Journey. Once again, Todd is a bit behind the curve in his experience with this legendary rock group but thanks to some guidance from his brother, he did some podcast prep (for once) and the two have an intelligent conversation and much is learned. If you would like to learn more and see Eric Hersey's list as discussed in the podcast, go here: musicranked.com
Feb 12, 2020•47 min•Season 4Ep. 22
Todd sees something on Twitter, so of course he rambles a bit about Twitter itself before getting to the actual point. That point being: pro tips for the coming apocalypse. For those that care to follow some tweets: @CastTod (why aren't you already following this?), @TodaysShowTitle, @DungeonCollege, and @Fnord5 are all there for you to enjoy!
Feb 05, 2020•51 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Todd and Eric discuss the latest installment in the Skywalker saga. At one point, Todd *may* have a bit of a rant about how fickle fans can be and urges all to remember that this is a story about space wizards with laser swords. Eric *may* have some choice words about the flooring condition of an American diner.
Feb 05, 2020•42 min•Season 4Ep. 20
Todd and Eric plan to pick a fight, so they sort out the rules and plan for shallow victory.
Jan 29, 2020•24 min•Season 4Ep. 19
Eric talks about his number one band: The Beatles, whom Todd (surprisingly) only truly discovered in recent years. The Hersey brothers share their thoughts, memories, and some of Eric’s research. If you would like to learn more and see Eric Hersey's list as discussed in the podcast, go here: https://musicranked.com/
Jan 22, 2020•46 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Eric discusses his long running project to mathematically determine his favorite bands, albums, and songs. Because apparently, that guy's gut can't be trusted. NOTE: While "math" is in the title and we discuss (at a low level) some figures, formulas, and algorithms, there is NO math required to be performed by you, the listener. If you would like to learn more and see Eric Hersey's list as discussed in the podcast, go here: https://musicranked.com/...
Jan 15, 2020•52 min•Season 4Ep. 17
Todd and Eric discuss the fitness challenge that they are participating in with their wives. The conversation then takes a hard right turn and the brothers commiserate about the hazards and mental strain of laundry duty.
Jan 08, 2020•47 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Todd and Eric break down their thoughts on the season finale of The Mandalorian. We also chat for a bit about the old expanded universe, Todd makes some book recommendations and Eric suggests some other Star Wars podcasts that folk can listen to for more in depth background on all things Star Wars. Links (as promised): Star Wars In Character Podcast Looking at Lucasfilm Podcast Coffee With Kenobi Podcast...
Jan 08, 2020•43 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Not to be confused with Ted talks, Todd and Eric address the audio elephant in the room as regards how technology regularly plots against us in our quest to record audio for the podcast.
Jan 01, 2020•39 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Todd and Eric are back at it again discussing the penultimate chapter in the first season of The Mandalorian. Topics include: what we'd do for our favorite shirts, LinkedIn for Stormtroopers, and Eric's shady air horn investment scheme. We also talk about the show.
Jan 01, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 13
As Todd gets ready to embark upon his new podcast adventure (the Dungeon Community College podcast), he chats with his brother/webmaster about how Eric Hersey gets it done! Since I'm putting links in the show notes (for once), I'll go ahead and link to the other website we reference, abbyhersey.com , illustrator for the TodCast cover art and all of the art and design elements of all of my web presences....
Dec 25, 2019•37 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Eventually, Todd will figure out how he wants to name these episodes with some sort of regularity. In any case, he and Eric discuss chapter 6 of The Mandalorian, a delightful Star Wars series on Disney+. We pre-apologize for the way that technology hates us in the form of Skype acting up and making some of the audio less than ideal.
Dec 25, 2019•39 min•Season 4Ep. 11
You are not missing episodes 3 and 4 of the series, I just figured that having episode 3 cover chapter 5 of the Mandalorian was too confusing. So now the episodes of this podcast will line up with the chapters of the show. We'll see how long that lasts...
Dec 18, 2019•44 min•Season 4Ep. 10
The Hersey boys discuss Eric's Apple Watch fitness war that he is engaged in with Todd's wife. And apparently Todd can't diet because the metadata is not accurate enough.
Dec 18, 2019•41 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Todd and Eric nerd out over Star Wars once again. In keeping with the spirit of the Star Wars episode numbering system, episode 2 (which is actually episode 8 of this season of the TodCast) is the one where we actually talk about episodes 3 and 4 of the Mandalorian TV series...because that makes sense, right? As a bonus, we discuss what has become known as the "maclunkey" debacle and Todd's suspension of disbelief around the "they fly now" phenomenon.
Dec 11, 2019•1 hr 33 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Todd discusses the “ok boomer” thing that seems to be all the rage as of late. He goes on to talk about generational differences and how he’d really appreciate it if we could all just play nice.
Dec 04, 2019•33 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Todd talks about the eleventh month, what he has going on, and a bit of what's to come.
Nov 27, 2019•37 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Todd and Eric team up to discuss the latest Star Wars offering on Disney+, The Mandalorian. Join us for hot takes (and bot takes, as we dig into droid lore). As the show title suggests: spoilers ahead!
Nov 20, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Todd delves into mysteries of the unknown...and wonders why he never hears about them like he did when he was young.
Nov 13, 2019•32 min•Season 4Ep. 4
