Time to Lean...And Here's A Song!

Philip Hunter - John Knowles•timetolean.podbean.com

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Phil and John have a drink, talk, and then there's an original song.

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Episodes

16: Stanley Kubrick's Pool Boy

Food is consumed on the show but the drinking continues unabated. Phil talks about his Master of Ceremonies role at his work holiday parties. John recalls his astonishment at the days-of-the-week floor mats in the elevators on cruise ships. The Scotch that John was talking about: Bunnahabhain 12 Year Phil and John explore Christmases past and present. The Knowles family sounds a lot cooler than it is due to there being a large book with John's name on it. Self-driving cars. More Christmas navel ...

Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 16

17: I Thought This Was Going to Go Differently

On this booze-soaked episode, John makes a cocktail on the show while Phil provides a commentary. John talks about one of his Christmas presents, a rare bottle of Blanton’s bourbon. More listener comments and potential future guests are discussed. John talks about how he still rents movies on plastic discs through the mail. The subculture of Rapid City cruising is "fondly" remembered. The world of cartoon voices. Summer Jobs: Phil remembers his tenure as an overnight DJ for an Easy Listening rad...

Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 17

18: He Was a Drum Major

On today’s episode , we have a talk with our old friend Eric. Eric tells John and Phil all about Kombucha. Tales of high school are told at some length (don’t get too excited), or (edited to protect the innocent), including the infamous 1987 Jazz Band Revolt. Eric, John, and Phil share their experiences camping in the Black Hills with booze and smoldering shoes. All three of us actually watched and reviewed the 1974 film, “Zardoz”...you asked for it! The song: “The Malevolent F*ck”...

Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 18

19: Right Out of the Grease

Two old guys talk about Old Man Winter and Phil’s lack of a “crank thing” on his snowblower, nicknamed “Old Rusty” John samples a new whiskey: Balcone’s Single Malt Texas Whisky John’s recent trip to Texas is discussed in some detail. As you might expect, much of the detail is about food and beverages. The highlights: Balcone’s: https://balconesdistilling.com/spirit/texas-single-malt-whisky/ Hard Eight BBQ: https://hardeightbbq.com Papas Bros. https://pappasbros.com/home/ Waffle House: https://w...

Jun 26, 2019•52 min•Ep. 19

20: Jango Unchained

Special guest, Matt Pedersen joins us for a ... lively discussion. Phil and Matt remember their overlapping time at SD State University and their choral shenanigans. John sadly forgets a piece of South Dakota history. John ponders whether the old “Executive Hare” luxury bus was the same as the double decker bus Phil (and Matt?) traveled in on their choir tour. Phil starts the show already drinking and begins to forget Matt’s name. Speaking of buses, John and Phil recall the disaster spoof movie,...

Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 20

21: Extra Hard Retrograde

On today’s exciting installment, John records on location in Rapid City while enjoying Taco John’s at the same time! The enduring mysteries of Don Rafael’s and the original name of the “Mexican Arcade” is finally solved. John finds it necessary to discuss some of the more memorable (?) road signs along I-90 in South Dakota. The Knowles family is discussed...again. Ever had Hot Tang? You’ll hear more than you ever wanted to about it. The rest of the talk revolves around restaurants, cricks, and w...

Jun 26, 2019•46 min•Ep. 21

22: We All Like Sheep

Phil and John open the show talking about The Messiah and Phil’s favorite selection from it. John talks about animals getting into HVAC equipment. Corks vs. screw tops and the plastic straw/bag issues are delved into in the manner you would expect. John has a “moment” with his fridge. The main topic: Bathrooms, public and private. Slate.com article: “Pee and Poop Bathrooms” https://slate.com/human-interest/2019/01/public-bathrooms-divide-pee-and-poop-not-gender.html John talks about the “Saga of...

Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 22

23: Charro and Gordon Lightfoot

John and Phil attempt to record an episode with their old friend, Lee. Technical difficulties intervene and what was supposed to be an intro, turns into an abbreviated TTL episode. Topics (such as they are): Milk delivery and that plastic handle on half gallon milk cartons. Phil and John both acquire new lawn mowers. Phil masters “Managing Expectations” while being busy at work. General Lee(!)-based anticipation. The song: Time to Lean - 12” Remix...

Jun 26, 2019•28 min•Ep. 23

24: Foliage Forward

After a much-needed constitutional, John and Phil are back with special guest, Heather K! Topics: The 1980s at Rapid City Central High School: more stories from the ancient days. Heather remembers the punk and other various forms of alternative music in Olde Tyme Rapid City. More Interstate 90 billboards. Heather tells us about rock climbing. The Harry Potter movies - how do they hold up? In case you hadn’t had enough Taco John’s nostalgia discussion, here’s more! The gang explores Maid-Rite and...

Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 24

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