These podcasts are all like my children. And just like most parents, you tend to love some children better than others. For instance, I happen to love this episode a whole lot more than episodes featuring only Michael Burlew. First, Richard Nunn of WULFNATION joins us for a few to discuss his new brand. Then. LGBT director, AJ Matiioli, gives us a fascinating interview about his transgendered life, an accomplished director, and a native New Yorker. AJ could not have been more candid and entertai...
Oct 28, 2015•1 hr 36 min
As always nice to be back in studio with my wingman. Burlew and I discuss a million different things today including my late night call to Burlew, Punkin Chunkin, Pinochle, Coheed and Cambria, a man with an eyepatch puking, and Burlew falling asleep during a conference call. We also talk about listening to Darryl Strawberry talk about his career and lifelong battle with addiction. A very fun evening and chat session. Help us out a leave a review on iTunes and follow us @VScomedy. #punkinchunkin ...
Oct 23, 2015•1 hr 16 min
New episode! Had to fight through the blues to do this one. My dog is sick ok?. Don't judge me. Anyways, we sat and talked to Kane Kalas, son of legendary broadcaster, Harry Kalas, about his career as a professional poker player and opera singer. Ignore the minor technical difficulties. Later on, we play a game where Burlew has to decide if he would keep his current job or take on one of history's worst instead. Let me tell you. His answers defy intelligence. Check out Kane on twitter and instag...
Oct 17, 2015•1 hr 25 min
This episode was freakin awesome! Lester Speight, actor, joins us on the podcast to discuss his career in acting, athletics, and best of hill, his role as Terry Tate, Office Linebacker. Lester was absolutely hilarious. Listen for a huge announcement from Lester towards the end. Check out Lester on facebook, instagram, and twitter. #TerryTate #officelinebacker #woowoo #kevinhart #terrellowens #mermen #catchitlikeatitty #lesterspeight #duckhunt
Oct 08, 2015•1 hr 22 min
It's so nice to be back! Let's go Mets! We talk a little Mets, talk a little Papelbon, and most importantly we talk with the very free spirited, energetic, and colorful ultra runner, Catra Corbett! What a fun interview! Catra tells her stories of running 100 miles races, drug addiction, and competing in races with her awesome Dachshund, Truman. Check out Catra on her website at www.trailgirl.blogspot.com and follow her on twitter @dirtdiva33 Keep subscribing to the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher...
Oct 03, 2015•1 hr 23 min
The script is flipped on us this week. Friend of the podcast, Dom Bagnato, joins us to interview us about podcasting, comedy, and creativity. We also discuss on Burlew's sets, news for the podcast, and our new sponsor, WULFNATION. This was a fun and interesting discussion Keep following us on itunes and on twitter @VScomedy #comedy #podcasts #contruthmovie #wulfnation #wakeuplivefree #italianbarbarawalters
Sep 25, 2015•1 hr 50 min
Sharran Alexender, the world's heaviest woman's athlete, joins us to discuss her life and sumo wrestling career. This interview turned out to be absolutely hilarious. Listen as Scott tries to woo his new sumo lovebird. Sharran was hysterical, smart, and very interesting. Keep following us on iTunes and on twitter @VScomedy #sumo #guinnessbookofworldrecords #sumogirlfriend #sharranalexander
Sep 16, 2015•1 hr 11 min
NIce to be back again in studio. We talk about a lot today, ranging from the third comedy show, Burlew being banned from Walk Dead message boards, and a trip to Exit Strategy. FInally, we debut a new bit, FMK with some very interesting choices. It was a fun one! Keep subscribing on iTunes and follow us @VScomedy #thewalkingdead #exitstrategy #comedy #ego #fmk #unicorns #sausage #bears
Sep 11, 2015•1 hr 14 min
Pleased to sit an talk with Wills Weller, Matt Mielke, and Justin Matthews of the progressive metal band, Toothgrinder. These guy could not have a better sense of humor, along with some really intelligent insight on music. Toothgrinder is about to kick of their tour in support of their upcoming album on Spinefarm records.Take a listen and check out Toothgrinder at www.facebook.com/toothgrinderusa, on instagram @toothgrinder_usa, or on twitter @toothgrinderusa. Please keep follow us @VScomedy and...
Sep 02, 2015•1 hr 15 min
This was another fantastic episode. Director, Greg Olliver, joins us to talk about making documentaries, his experience making the film Lemmy, yes that Lemmy, and to discuss his new film Turned Towards the Sun. The film is amazingly unique and is a story that needs to be told. The story follows the life of and Englishman named Mickey Burn. Mickey's life stories include heroic World War II missions, being a poet, a prisoner of war for 3 years, siting down with Adolph Hitler, saving Audrey Hepburn...
Aug 27, 2015•1 hr 15 min
You should definitely listen to this one! We podcast live from Pocono Raceway for the upcoming ABC Supply 500 Indycar race. We were fortunate enough to interview drivers such as Takuma Sato, Pippa Mann, and Sage Karam. We also got to sit with Pocono Raceway C.O.O. Nick Igdalski, Director of Media Relation, Kevin Heaney, the raceway interns, and of course, some great fans of INDYCAR.It was an honor and privilege to have such great access to the people that make this sport special. For more info o...
Aug 23, 2015•1 hr 12 min
We are back! We talk to Daniel Martin from a company called Open Biome. Open Biome pays test subjects for poo samples to help try to cure various diseases. Yes, poo. We also discuss my vacation, comedian Joe Fernandes' bully corgi, dealing with stress, and more! Enjoy! To learn more about Open Biome, check out www.openbiome.org Keep subscribing on iTunes and follow @VScomedy #openbiome #stress #vacation #poo #corgis
Aug 19, 2015•1 hr 24 min
Another very special episode of Verbal Shenanigans for you. UFC fighter James Krause joins s to talk about his career in MMA and the life of a fighter. It was a pleasure to talk to him. We also discuss a very interesting occurrence during closing time at a strip club, Cast Party Live, the podcast medium, and an unexpected phone call with Larry Holmes. Please keep subscribing on iTunes and follow @VScomedy #jameskrause #mma #ufc #stripclubproblems #castpartylive...
Aug 06, 2015•1 hr 7 min
Back again! Hear Burlew talk about celebrity "beefs", Caitlyn Jenner's new show, and we even chat to Mike's parents on the cast. Once again, Dirtbag of the week makes a return. Enjoy! Keep subscribing on iTunes and follow @VScomedy #caitlynjenner #dirtbag #stealinghorses #dirtbag #celebritynews
Aug 04, 2015•59 min
Back again with a fun filled episode. We sit and discuss Burlew's attempt at the hotdog challenge, a creepy Indian gas attendant, The Foo Fighters, traveling to NYC, Burlew's ridiculous tweets, and my first kiss on roller blades. Listen to hear how I ended up crying in a Mickey Mouse costume. Keep subscribing on iTunes and follow @VScomedy #foofighter #hotdogs #nyc #twitter #firstkiss #rollerblades #mickeymouseclubhouse
Jul 30, 2015•1 hr 8 min
This was an extremely special day for the podcast. Pocono Raceway invited us out to the Kalihari Resort to partake in a media day to help promote the upcoming race. We were fortunate to views the great amenities, eat awesome food,drink excellent beer, ride water slides, and even shoot zombies! But more importantly, we able to do this all with Daytona 500 winner, Trevor Bayne! The Kalahari Resort is gorgeous, the people from Pocono Raceway could not have been nicer, and Trevor was a really intere...
Jul 22, 2015•1 hr 52 min
We return to Sabretti's in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey to watch competitive eater, Randy Santel, take on the hotdog challenge yet again. Last time, we saw Randy fall just a half of hotdog short of eating 30 loaded hotdogs in 30 minutes. This time, the challenge is even harder. Take a listen to find out how he did on the return. Also, my favorite cohost takes on the challenge himself. Take a listen! Keep subscribing and follow us @VScomedy on twitter. Look for Randy on all social media platforms @...
Jul 20, 2015•1 hr 12 min
Michael Burlew knows way too much about the Dukes of Hazard. When I say too much, I mean like a seriously creepy amount. Hear it for yourself! We also discuss women's sports, AOL, Burlew's Kebab recipe, the Foo Fighters, the confederate flag, being offended, and much more. Keep listening on iTunes and follow us @VScomedy #dukesofhazard #Davegrohl #AOL #comedy
Jul 14, 2015•1 hr 6 min
We are back. Today, we get weird with it, and talk about naming a child, gay marriage, a sweet restaurant full of beefcakes, using the good lord's name in vain, and haunted houses. Keep subscribing and follow us on twitter @VScomedy. #god #tallywackers #gaymarriage #equality #hauntedhouses #comedy
Jul 11, 2015•1 hr 10 min
This was one of my favorite interviews. 7 time world champion log roller,Darren Hudson, joins us on the podcast to let us in on the life of a professional lumberjack. Darren was passionate, hilarious, and way more of a man than either of us. We also discuss Burlew's new found acting career and discuss how awesome bears are. Check out Darren at www.wildaxe.com and follow the podcast @VScomedy on twitter. #lumberjack #axe #bears #DarrenHudson #novascotia #badpuns
Jul 02, 2015•1 hr 10 min
Rainbow flags are flying high this week. And on today's cast, we have graffiti artist, Leon Rainbow, on the podcast! Coincidence? I think not. We sit and talk about the culture of street art, hip hop, charity, and even basketball. Leon proved to be another great guest who represents a very interesting art form. We also talk about Brian Wilson, Love and Mercy, and our feelings about police. Good times were had by all. So take a listen dammit! Keep subscribing and following us @VScomedy #leonrainb...
Jun 28, 2015•1 hr 31 min
Take a listen as I reveal way, way too much about myself in a bit entitled "Humiliation Battleship." If you want to laugh at the most embarrassing stories I could conjure up, this is the episode for you. We also discuss eating pig brains, lasers, and brilliant minds. Enjoy this episode, because I may drown myself shortly. As always, keep subscribing on iTunes and follow us on twitter @VScomedy. #humiliation #watermelons #coffeemachinetheft #oopsfart #BobbyFischer #KurtCobain #Rain #Madonna #perf...
Jun 24, 2015•1 hr 20 min
Just in time for the women's World Cup, we have Teddy Goalsevelt join the podcast! Hear his amazing story of overnight fame after being viewed by the world for just a few short seconds. From average guy, to the unofficial mascot of USA soccer, Mike D'amico has had an amazing, unique story. Follow Teddy on twitter @Teddygoalsevelt Follow the podcast on iTunes and on twitter @VScomedy #USAsoccer #Ibelievethatwewillwin #TeddyGoalsevelt #ESPN #ChrisChristie #WillFerrell
Jun 17, 2015•1 hr 8 min
After a great week for the podcast, we're back again with plenty to talk about, including Burlew's new found twitter explosion, Caitlyn Jenner, Scott saving a woman, death, awful advertising, and Burlew pissing off firefighters. We also premiere a brand new bit called "Move On or Carry On." Please continue to subscribe to the podcast and tweet us @VScomedy. #DamnSamosa #MoveOnorCarryON #CaitlynJenner #Firefighters #BadforBusiness #Death #BrennantotheRescue #VerbalShenanigans
Jun 11, 2015•1 hr 6 min
I am so proud of being able to interview all time USA soccer great, Marcelo Balboa. Being a lifelong USA soccer fan, this opportunity meant the world to me. Marcelo was an amazing guest, with interesting stories, intelligent insight, and best of all, a killer sense of humor. We talk about his lifelong career in soccer, his World Cup experiences, and the growth of MLS. I discuss my best day at work and Burlew reveals just how good his work team was. Follow Marcelo @marcelobalboa17 on Twitter and ...
Jun 08, 2015•1 hr 3 min
Hey there! We had a great time chatting with professional pool player, Erin McManus. We talk about her career in pool, her upbringing, and the challenges of pool player's life. We also earned some sweet new nicknames! Follow Erin on twitter and instagram @TheRinster. To find out more about upcoming pool happens, check out www.nycgrind.com As always, keep following us on twitter @Vscomedy and check us out at www.facebook.com/verbalshenanigans
Jun 03, 2015•1 hr 4 min
50 freakin episodes! We discuss our favorite times on the show, the evolution of this little podcast, the direction of the cast, and me blasting my ass through a wall! Our first call in show was a success, as we had interactions with KP Burke, Joe Fernandes, Carlos Vera, Joe Carney, Doug Max, Pamela Rae, Natty Bumpercar, Steve Schwartz, Brian Einersen, Dom Bagnato, Big Irish Peter Nixon, and Johnny Watson. Listen as Burlew quizzes me about my own show, I laugh about the Rangers losing, Dirtbag o...
Jun 01, 2015•1 hr 39 min
A Memorial Day weekend show, where I discuss an email where I received advice from comic legend Tom Papa. We also talk about upcoming events for the show, paddleboarding, The Mighty Ducks, and my hate for the Rangers. Please subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, and follow us on Twitter @VScomedy. Also, check out my new webseries "Waking Obie"
May 27, 2015•1 hr 3 min
The first of many Short Shenanigans where I talk about the ridiculousness of Crossfit. Hear me rant about men and women at the gym. Do your WOD! Please Follow us on iTunes and Stitcher. Tweet us @VScomedy
May 24, 2015•14 min
We sit down with the very unique, creative, and of course, funny, Mr. Natty Bumpercar. Natty is a hilarious comic who is also an artist, podcaster, and animator. Natty talks about his various characters, creativity, school loans, raising children, standing outside my house, and his life in Coffee Can Alley. Check it out! Follow Natty on Twitter @Nattybumpercar and check out his various creations at www.nattybumpercar.com And as always, help us out by listening and commenting on iTunes and Stitch...
May 20, 2015•1 hr 8 min
