Some episodes help inspire through conversation with passionate people. This is one of those episodes. In February of 2006, Coach Jim Johnson put Jason McElwain, an autistic senior who had yet to play a high school basketball game, into the last game of the season. The rest was history. After shooting the lights out, J-Mac and Coach Jim's story went viral and reached outlets like ESPN, CBS, and CNN. Jim's story is inspiring, thought provoking, and unique and he continues to share it all over the...
Feb 09, 2017•1 hr 23 min
Hey Everyone! We are back with another really entertaining episode. If you like video games, you know Mortal Kombat. Today on the show, Daniel Pesina, the actor who played Johnny Cage, Sub-Zero, and Scorpion, joins us to discuss his life before, after, and during Mortal Kombat. Daniel was a really interesting guy to talk to. Make sure to follow Daniel on twitter @masterpesina We also talk about mortality, parents, and rats. Please make sure to subscribe and rate us on iTunes. If you do, Burlew w...
Feb 02, 2017•1 hr 37 min
Woo! Another fantastic guest joins us this week. Kirby Chambliss, an American commercial pilot and a renowned world champion in aerobatics, joins us to discuss his life as a pilot and his career inflying and racing airplanes. Kirby was an extremely intelligent and unique guy to share a conversation with. For Christ's sake, the man has survived crashes! Make sure to check out Kirby at www.teamchambliss.com and make sure to look at some of insane Youtube videos. Also, follow him during this upcomi...
Jan 25, 2017•1 hr 36 min
After an amusing discussion on the importance of January 15th, we get to speak to Philadelphia's own blues,rap, and folk artist, G Love! G Love has been making music for over 25 years and is an extremely down to earth guy to talk. Hear all about his origins as a musician, his time on the road, the creative process, and touring with artists like Jack Johnson. G Love lives and breathes his music. Make sure to check him out on instagram @phillyglove and check out his latest music. Next, we speak to...
Jan 18, 2017•1 hr 54 min
Chase a tornado? Check. Enter a volcano? Check. Wander around Chernobyl? Check. Get bit by a deadly disease carrying bat? Float on a raft in sulphuric acid? No problem! These are just a few of the things that our guest, George Kourounis has accomplished in his life. George was an amazing man to talk to with endless amounts of insane stories. Just another day in the world of Verbal Shenanigans. Make sure to check out George and his work at www.furiousearth.com Also, please make sure to leave a re...
Jan 12, 2017•57 min
Happy New Year everybody! We are back and ready for another year of amazing guests, entertaining banter, and stupid games. And today, we are back with one of our all time favorite guests, hippo attack survivor, Paul Templer! (Check out episode 43!) Paul brings us a great combination of a sense of humor, philanthropic endeavours, incredible stories, and awe inspiring goals. Once again, a fantastic interview. Make sure to visit Paul at www.paultempler.com Later, we talk about the last year of the ...
Jan 04, 2017•1 hr 55 min
Merry Christmas everybody! Here, we give you our annual Chirstmas Special and it is just that..special. First, Ian Petrella, also known as Randy from "A Christmas Story", comes on to talk about the film, playing Randy, and his career post "A Christmas Story''. Later, Steve Intermill, a curator of the "A Christmas Story House and Museum", joins us to talk all about the original house from the film, which is now a fully functional museum outside Cleveland, Ohio. If you love "A Christmas Story", th...
Dec 19, 2016•1 hr 42 min
Yay! New episode. Today, we talk about some shows, Burlew's dog pictures, and trips to the Vet. Later, AJ Mattioli, director of the film, WORDS, joins us to discuss his new film, the election, and his thoughts cisgender white dudes. Make sure to check out the film and follow him @matitiolipro. Please keep subscribing and follow the podcast @VScomedy. Most importantly, leave a review on iTunes. If you do, Michael Burlew will come take personal Christmas pictures with your dog....
Dec 12, 2016•1 hr 43 min
We are back with a straight up, fun, and goofy episode. We talk politics, Michael Burlew's doggy Christmas photos, and my very unique fear. Please have a listen and continue to support the podcast. Follow us on instagram @Verbalshenanigans and leave us a review on iTunes. If you do, Michael burlew will send you a signed Christmas picture.
Dec 02, 2016•1 hr 23 min
We are back with a powerful, informative episode of the podcast. This is a long episode. However, our guest, Tom Verni, delivers several powerful messages and delivers intriguing insight into so many important issues facing the numerous communities including the police, the LGBT community, and public. Tom, a member of the NYPD for 22 years, is also a gay man. Hearing Tom's perspective on so many pressing issues was an extremely valuable experience. Make sure to listen! Follow Tom Verni on Facebo...
Nov 23, 2016•2 hr 55 min
Back again with a superb episode. We talk about the Cubs, the election, and Burlew's expertise of Bulgarian football. Yes..Anyways, comedian, writer, and actor, Sean Lynch joins us on the cast. Sean is a hilarious, down to earth, intelligent guy. You can also see Sean this season on a small show called..THE WALKING DEAD! Make sure to check out Sean on instagram @ geezerlynch and make sure to check him out on Facebook. And of course, tune in Sunday nights to watch the Walking Dead. Sean will appe...
Nov 15, 2016•1 hr 41 min
We are very excited to bring you another episode of the show, and it's a good one. Think of a great comic. Louie CK, Don Rickels, Joan Rivers, Scott Brennan. Eddie Brill has worked with them all. Eddie has been in the comedy industry for decades. From doing standup, to running a club,to working on David Letterman, Eddie has done it all. Eddie was funny, smart, and showed an obvious passion for comedy. It was a real honor to talk to him. Follow Eddie on Twitter @eddie_brill and visit www.eddiebri...
Nov 02, 2016•1 hr 32 min
Today's episode is all about my good friend and cohost, Michael Burlew. Listen as we play a roast/game all about Mike for his 40th birthday called "Win, Bur-lose, or Draw." Picture half roast, half game show. Comedians Joe Fernandes, Rich McDonald, Doug Max, and John Trumbull make up that panel that helps rips Mike apart. It was a fantastic night only made possible by our good friends and loved ones. It was a great night for Verbal Shenanigans. Happy Birthday Mike! Please leave us a review on iT...
Oct 26, 2016•1 hr 37 min
It's that time of year. The time for candy, pumpkins and creepy mass murderers like Mike Burlew. We had a blast recording this. We talk all things Halloween, dead bodies, and costumes. Michael Burlew has never carved a pumpkin. Michael Burlew once wore a toothbrush costume. Mike Burlew has frequent dreams with Freddie. Hear it all on this episode! Later, Larry Zerner, aka Shelly from Friday the 13th, joins us to talk Jason, movies, and horror. Now Larry works in law! This was an awesome intervie...
Oct 18, 2016•1 hr 38 min
Back from a two week hiatus, we bring you another exhilarating episode of the podcast. Mark Riccadonna, comedian, writer, and all around awesome guy, joins us to talk about the election, Red Eye, and the life of a father and comedian. Mark is hilarious. Period. Make sure to check out his work on Weekend Update and see his comedy dates at www.markriccadonna.com Follow him @markriccadonna on twitter. Later, we return with another rendition of Bear News, talk about the clown craze, and Insane Clown...
Oct 10, 2016•1 hr 50 min
I can't tell you how pleased I am with this episode. Riley Breckenridge, drummer of my favorite band, Thrice, joins us to talk all things Thrice, touring, family, baseball, and more. Riley could not have been more down to earth and open. Riley certainly made a lifelong Thrice fan a happy guy. Make sure to check out Thrice's new album, To Be Everywhere is to Be Nowhere, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram. Later, we talk the Colin Kaepernick situation and play a rousing edition of "Move on ...
Sep 26, 2016•1 hr 26 min
Well, well, well. This is the type of episode that makes this show eclectic and so much fun to do every week. First, Rain Dove, an androgynous model whose been making massive headlines, joins us on the cast. Sitting in with Rain, is Corey Wade from America's Next Top Model. We had an awesome, open, and genuine conversation about gender, sexuality, expectations of models, and breaking stereotypes. Both Corey and Rain were candid, hilarious, and honest. Check out Rain Dove @raindovemodel on instag...
Sep 20, 2016•1 hr 33 min
We are back out on location. This time, we are at KiltFest in New Jersey. KiltFest is a festival that celebrates Irish and Scottish culture, great food, music and beer, and of course..kilts. We had a blast talking to all sorts of interesting people. The best part of it all is seeing how passionate people are about their craft and art. We talk to people from Hope House Human Co #1, the Gael Scoil, our sponsor Joe from Manskirt Brewing, members of the SCA, discuss throwers, and Pat Jockel, the coo...
Sep 14, 2016•1 hr 17 min
If you enjoyed Comedy Central's Roast Battle, you must enjoy the insanely funny members of the Wave. If you have no idea who they are, please do yourself a favor and google them. Jeremiah Watkins, one of the Wave's members, joins us to discuss its origins, Roast Battles, and comedy. This was a highly entertaining interview. Follow Jeremiah on Twitter @jeremiahstandup and say hi! Later, our good friend, AJ Mattioli, joins to fill us in on the details of his transition and discusses his upcoming f...
Sep 07, 2016•1 hr 23 min
Scott's back from vacation and ready to rock. We talk about the Olympics, Mike's girlfriend moving in and leaving him a surprise, and Bear News! Also, Mike Edison, former publisher of High Times, writer, musician, and all around intelligent, funny man joins us. Mike talks to us about everything from his writing career, writing porn scripts, being a disappointment to his father, and the absurdity of this election. Mike was a great guest with tons of life experience. Check out his new book "You Ar...
Aug 30, 2016•1 hr 13 min
Back again, with another fantastic brewery! In fact, it is my absolute favorite brewery to visit. Nestled right in the scenic village of Lake George, it's the Adirondack Brewery. I sit with John Carr, owner of the brewery, and talk all things craft beer, production, the Adirondacks, and Moose Whiz. This was such a fun episode. Listen to the whole episode to find out about Chicken Shit Bingo and why everyone should "Free the Moose!" To check out all the things Adirondack Brewery, visit www.adkbre...
Aug 22, 2016•51 min
Join us as we talk to the owner of Man Skirt Brewery, Joe Fisher. Man Skirt Brewing is located in Hackettstown, NJ. We discuss all things beer, business, and skirts with Joe . Another very fun episode with a very passionate person. Have a listen! Check out all things Man Skirt at www.manskirtbrewing.com Please follow us on twitter @VScomedy and leave us a review on iTunes. If you do, Mike Burlew will attempt to chug an entire keg of Milwaukee's Best.
Aug 15, 2016•57 min
Back again, with super interesting and talented guests. First, from SyFy's hit series, Z Nation, Keith Allan joins us to discuss his career, America's zombie fascination, and answers fan questions. Keith was hysterical, smart, and very fun to talk to. Check out Keith on twitter and instagram @keithallanduh Later, fellow comedian, Glen Tickle, joins us to discuss his album release. Please support him by purchasing his album at www.glentickle.com or on www.glentickle.bandcamp.com We also discuss s...
Aug 01, 2016•1 hr 41 min
An old friend joins us on the cast today. Andy Rivera joins us to talk about his pursuits in DJ'ing and the release of his latest single, "Hold My Drink." Andy is an interesting dude, with a lot of talents. We also discuss roller skating and his experiences in the world of the paranormal. Help support Andy and his endeavors by visiting www.djAndyRivera.com Download the single dammit! We also discuss the state of children today, Darryl Strawberry and Doc Gooden, and the Heroin King. Please follow...
Jul 25, 2016•1 hr 9 min
Back again boys!!! The guys discuss all sorts of things including Scott's encounter with a former world champion boxer, a boxer fighting a bear, and a bear known to many as the "Cocaine Bear." We also have Keith Haubrich, aka Gandhi Jones, a 3x mustache world champ, on the show today. Listen to his crazy stories competing in various mustache competitions all over the world. Keith was surely a unique guest perfectly fitted for the cast. Follow Keith on twitter @gandhijones. Please leave us a revi...
Jul 19, 2016•1 hr 20 min
We are back with a great episode. After discussions about police shootings, black lives matter, and the downward spiral of the USA, Lillo Brancato, known for his portrayal of Cologero in "A Bronx Tale", joins us on the cast tonight. Lillo is a talented actor who has worked with the greats,including his work on a season of "The Sopranos." We also talk about the unfortunate events in Lillo's life including his battle with addiction, his time in prison, and his highly controversial trial. We discus...
Jul 12, 2016•1 hr 8 min
We are back. I promise. Michael Burlew and I sit down and discuss gun control, the tragedy in Orlando, bi-pedal bears, and OJ Simpson. We also play a new game where Michael Burlew shows that he is an expert on where common sayings come from. Please follow us on iTunes and leave us a review. If you do, Michael Burlew will make his own gun demonstration videos on Youtube. Follow us on twitter @VScomedy.
Jun 28, 2016•1 hr 6 min
Tattoo artist, Aaron Is, joins me to discuss the great fundraising effort he is putting together for the victims of the Orlando shooting. Listen to this small interview and get involved in the efforts! Donate, volunteer, participate.....you can help us make this happen! Unitedprideorlando@gmail.com To donate or email to join the cause! Monday, June 20th this will span the globe and the proceeds will benefit the victims of the shooting in Orlando, Florida. Please contact each business to find out...
Jun 16, 2016•17 min
Well... This episode is exactly the reason I love podcasting. Michael Burlew has always had an obsession with dogs. Now, he is officially a man pup. Well, in time anyway. On this episode, we are joined by a man from Manchester, England, who goes by the name of Kaz. He is a man pup. Yes. Kaz spends much of his life acting as a dog. This actually turned out to be a fantastic, honest and open interview. Please congratulate Burlew on his transition to canine. To find out more about human pups and or...
Jun 14, 2016•1 hr 12 min
Life is a funny thing. Weeks ago, we were laughing about various horrible sports anthems sung by numerous teams. Somewhere along the line we reached out to the former captain of the 1989 Calgary Flames, Jim Peplinski, about his teams' anthem, "Red Hot". Oddly enough, Jim was one of the only players not featured in the video. Jim gave us an awesome interview where we discussed his career, the Stanley Cup, staying healthy, fighting, and all things hockey. Check out Jim on Twitter @jimpeplinski24 L...
Jun 02, 2016•1 hr 30 min
