Let's get to our next episode...hurry!!! MUSH!!! MUSH!!! This week we sit down with world champion dog sledder/musher Blayne "Buddy" Streeper. We learn about family and teamwork involved in traveling the dog sledding circuit. We learn about what it takes to win some of the biggest races like the Fur Rondy in Anchorage, Alaska. It takes a lot of time and money managing the travel as well as running the Streeper Kennels for racing sled dogs, and Blayne keeps us entertained trading knowledge with u...
Mar 08, 2024•2 hr•Ep. 466
On your mark, get set, gooooo!!!!! These two podcasters will try to entertain and interview at the same time with John Harvey, AKA Harvey from Double Dare. Hear about the extensive schedule of the show and his radio career, reminisce on the days of Nickelodeon, and Harvey leaving the entertainment business. Enjoy or take the physical challenge. Scott also puts Burlew through the "AI Tournament of Death", a grueling game where Mike must figure out which past podcast winners must battle it out. Ha...
Feb 26, 2024•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 465
If video killed the radio star, our podcast host should be concerned on our next guest. Music video director, Jason Goldwatch, comes onto the show to discuss his lengthy career working some of the biggest names in the business. We discuss being discovered by Spike Jonze, the give and take of working with big stars like Kanye West, Cypress Hill, Pharrell etc, the current state of music videos, and even the moon. Have a listen! This week, Mike butchers the English language, Scott visits the ER, an...
Feb 19, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 464
We are joined by New Jersey native, DRMAGDN. DRMAGN is a cyborg drummer and dj who has accomplished some amazing things through drumming, mixing, and performing. His talent has led him to the Winter Olympics, Lollapalooza, Carnegie Hall, and Royal Albert Hall. His most recent remix features an up and coming band, The Beatles. and their hit song "Something". Make sure to check out DRMAGDN and his work today! We also talk about some recent interviews, getting in touch with mushers, and some weird ...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 463
In tradition of World Record breakers, we present to you our next guest coming to the stage. We chat with "Mr Showtime" David Scott on the work into breaking the world record for longest comedy set by an individual. We dive into his journey from starting his journey into comedy, the setup and help needed to attempt the record, and his continued love of the stage. The only thing better than our chat is finding out about his model career. Check out his dates for his Marshmallow Dreams tour after h...
Jan 29, 2024•2 hr 26 min•Ep. 462
Our American Gladiators expose' continues as we bring on Jim Kalafat Starr, aka Laser. Jim gave us a fantastic interview where we discussed "Muscles and Mayhem", Jim's football career, reinventing himself after Gladiators, and more. Make sure to check out the Gladiators documentary on Netflix and give Jim a follow. We also play a podcast based trivia game that we call the "Pyramid", Scott talks about a man almost dying at his show, we hear about a bowler embezzler, and Mike tumbles down the stai...
Jan 22, 2024•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 461
Fresh off the critically acclaimed documentary, Muscles and Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators , we are joined by Ice herself, Lori Fetrick. Not only do we discuss fat gladiators, Lori gave us a great interview where we dive into all thing Gladiators, life after the show, her thoughts on the documentary, and what Lori is up to these days. Make sure to check out the documentary, and Lori's podcast, Chilin' With Ice. We also compete in the "joust" aka 2 truths and lie where we le...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 460
Merry Christmas everybody! We are back with our most anticipated yearly episode, the 2023 Christmas Spectacular! So, grab some cocoa, light the fire place, and gather around for what might be our most festive episode yet. First, Mike must play a grueling game that takes him through a multiverse of Christmas events. Will he ruin Christmas forever? Later, we are joined by the creator of "Grandma Got Ran Over by a Reindeer", Elmo Shropshire, or better known as Dr. Elmo. We talk about his amazingly ...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 459
World traveler and thrill seeker meets two guys stuck in a basement recording a podcast. Host of Uncharted Adventure and the YouTube channel Fearless and Far comes onto our podcast. He has spent all his life traveling the globe meeting local tribes, living on the land, and challenging himself. Some amazing stories about his Covid travels, angering a small European town, and what excites him will fill this interview. He’ll give us a peek into his life, and you’ll want more. We also talk about MIk...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 458
Sci Fi star, horror star, stunt expert all in one interview this week. Actress Patricia Tallman comes onto the cast this week to chat about her career. We dive into her thoughts on the SAG aftra strike ending, her relationship with George A Romero leading to playing Barbara in the Night of the Living Dead remake, and working on the Star Trek and Babylon 5 series at the same time. Enjoy our pleasant conversation with her, assist her charity work for children at Penny Lane, and try to figure out b...
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 457
We are with up and coming country and hip hop artist, Kendall Tucker. Fresh off of his release of "Dragging Me Down" with Jelly Roll, Kendall joins us to discuss he musical upbringing, his upcoming album, and his commitment to music. Kendall is a really genuine guy with a great perspective on trying to enter the industry. Make sure to check out Kendall's music today! We also discuss some legendary Thanksgiving stories, and then take turns ruining Thanksgiving for one another. Have a listen!...
Nov 21, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 456
We are back with the Jared Weeks of the successful rock band, Saving Abel. For the past 20 years, Saving Abel have managed to continue to make new music, tour the world, and keep their fans happy. Jared was a great interview as we delved into his long journey into sobriety, the longevity of the band, and his new outlook on his life and the band. Check out the band's new song, "Fire", and keep an ear out for news on their new album. Mike also thinks that he is a first ballot entry into heaven, we...
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 455
It's that time of year. The annual Verbal Shenanigans Halloween episode has dropped! Welcome to the Jaws podcast where we wish our hosts would shut theirs. Film maker David Bigelow joins our podcast to discuss his upcoming documentary Making the Monster, telling the stories from Martha’s Vineyard during the production of Jaws. Find out how a day doing extra work led to this project around the greatest horror/thriller movies of all time. Listener beware. This episode is jam packed with goblins, g...
Nov 03, 2023•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 454
After checking in that IPA on Untappd, go over to iTunes and leave us a review, would ya? Today, we are joined by Greg Avola. Greg is a entrepreneur who is responsible for creating the biggest app in the world of craft beer, Untappd. Greg is a really unique and interesting guy, who has had his hands in so many profitable, game changing apps. Stay tuned to see what Greg is up to next. We also talk about what we are pretty terrible at, Mike talks about useless meeting, and we also discuss bee bear...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 453
There will be a quiz at the end of the show, so take notes…ok there is no quiz but believe me you wanna take good notes. Stephanee Beggs shows us that. She started documenting her studying process on social media, which led to her starting her Etsy business RNExplained selling her note sheets to students, and that led her making the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. We chat about her rise of popularity, how she created her style of study, balance work with business, and some really good cupcakes in PA Sc...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 452
Today, we are joined by our friends from the south, comedians Trae Crowder and Corey Ryan Forrester. You may recognize Trae from his viral videos on "The Liberal Network" and Corey Ryan Forrester from his standup comedy and his alter ego, the "Buttercream Dream." The comedy duo joins in suport of their new book, “ Round Here and Over Yonder: A Front Porch Travel Guide by Two Progressive Hillbillies (Yes, That’s a Thing.) ” We talk all things comedy, expanding your creative abilities, becoming au...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 451
Today, we are joined by country singer and songwriter, Reyna Roberts. Reyna is a very creative, unique, and talented person. We talk all things music, her MNF appearances, what it's like to be an African American woman in the country music scene, and the recording of her new album, Bad Girl Bible, Vol 1. Make sure to check out Reyna and her great new album today! We also play a game where Mike must guess if cheesy country lyrics are real or created by Scott, we talk about Taylor Swift, and we pl...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 450
With the NASCAR series starting the playoffs this weekend, we turn to the hot bed of racing….where Burlew lives!?!?! Mason Massey is an up in comer racing in the Xfinity and Truck series from Douglasville, GA. We talk with him on his racing roots, the hustle of finding rides and sponsorship, and the Georgia racing heritage. We also talk alot about slugs...and Burlew's hat eating canine. Have a listen!
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 449
Dragon force has been lighting up stages around the world for years. Today, we are joined by frontman, Marc Hudson. We discuss all things Dragonforce, joining the band, Marc’s humble beginnings, and what it was like to record his debut solo album, Starbound Stories. Marc was a great guest, with an awesome story to share. Have a listen! We also talk about Scott's son having a beach meltdown, a uncontrollable laughing fit, and gain an insight into Mike's brain when it comes to making bits. Check i...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 448
Blood, monsters, aliens, extra appendages… These are all things we generally talk about on the show. However, this weeks guest encompasses all of those. The front man of the legendary hard rock band, GWAR, Blothar the Berserker joins us this week on the show! We talk all things from music, to the legacy of GWAR, to what it’s like living with four penises. Such a fun and unique interview. Have a listen! We also talk about Scott's vacation, aliens, and a very peculiar store in Scott's neighborhood...
Aug 15, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 447
For the past 30 years, Sevendust has been making new music, building their loyal audience, and touring constantly. Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming their well known frontman , Lajon Witherspoon, to the show. With the release of their 14th studio album, “Truthkiller”, Lajon joins us to talk all things Sevendust, including the secret to their longevity, their studio approach, balancing family life, and more. Lajon is a very down to earth guy, with great insight and hilarious stories. Have ...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 446
We’re heading back to our second home as Verbal Shenanigans returns to Georgetown, Colorado. Steve Skalski is the founder of Guanella Pass Brewery and was not only gracious enough to give us time, but also send us some of their Bernese Mountain Brown Ale, made in honor of Mayor Parker the Snow Dog. Hear the story of how Steve met mayor Parker, learn more about the area and their brewery, and why burrows come by every year. We also talk about the craxy story of Scott's bathroom saga, rip through ...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 445
If you watched Bones or CSI, you may have heard the term “Body Farm”…tonight we are farming. To be technical the proper term is Decomposition Facility as our guest Rebecca L George, PhD explained to us. She is the Assistant Director of Forensic Anthropology Facilities and Instructor of Anthropology for the facility at Western Carolina University. We learn her path to here, the process to volunteer bodies, and the environment where they study. Learning and laughing with this great interview. We a...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 444
The third time is a charm this week on Verbal Shenanigans. We are joined for the third time by one of our favorite returning guests, Jonathan Antoine. Joanthan is of course, an amazing and talented opera singer, but he is an even better person. We discuss Jonathan's current endeavors, his loyal fans, his new creative outlet, his fitness journey, and the music industry in 2023. Finally, we put Mike and Jonathan into comepetition with one another as they play a game called, "Hit the High Note". Sc...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 443
Before their first album’s release party, Crashing Wayward comes to Verbal Shenanigans. Lead singer Peter Summit talks to us about the forming of the band right as Covid hits, the eclectic sound of the rock band, and the love of making music. The band is also thrilled to announce a special immersive record release show at The Industrial Sound in Las Vegas on Wednesday, June 28 starting at 8:00 P.M. for their album Listen! Listen to us, listen to them, and head over to the party. Burlew also cast...
Jun 27, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 442
Today, we are joined by one of the hottest comedic acts in the country, Morgan Jay. Morgan has been blowing up on TikTok and Instagram, has been seen on MTV's Wild'n' Out, NBC, and Comedy Central. We discussed all things comedy from bombing, to developing an act, to figuring out how to market yourself. Morgan's new special, appropriately titled "Full Special", is out now on Youtube. Hear all about the making of the special, what went into it, and the future of Morgan here! Scott rides solo today...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 441
Clean lines, bold color, amazing composition, and badass tattooing. Our guest tonight is a master of all above. Whether you've seen him on the Inkmaster finale, or you've had the pleasure of getting work done by him at his shop, Folklore Trading Co in Dallas, Texas, Tiffer Wright is as genuine as they come. We discuss just about everything with Tiffer as we cover his humble beginnings and unique "apprenticeship", the pros and cons of Inkmaster, life in motocross, and what's next in his career. T...
Jun 13, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 440
Great guest, weird conversations….par for course on this show. This week we are joined by former Sportscenter anchor and current play by play commentator Whit Watson. We had an amazing conversation hearing about his rise from intern to radio in Orlando on his way to ESPN. We go over learning along the way, his viral note taking before events, and golfers being human and cursing their brains out. Check out Whit’s own podcast “Media Credentials Podcast” after listening to our interview. We also ta...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 439
Art comes to life on the podcast this week. Award winning motion graphics artist Jonathan Winbush comes on the show to discuss his career. We learn how Happy Madison studios gave him his start in his career, working on Marvel movies, sneaking things into movies, and then we chat about the best fighter game characters. We loved hearing the arc of his career and had some laughs as well. We also talk about lice, life in above ground pools, and even a game called pool bocce'....
May 29, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 438
If you've watched football, you may have seen our guest on his brother's shoulders whipping a crowd of 80,000 people into a frenzy. You may have seen him waving a fireman's hat around in the air. And you have most certainly seen or heard him screaming the letters, J-E-T-S. Today, we are joined by longtime Jets fan, Ed Anzalone, aka, Fireman Ed. We talk all things Jets football, the origin story of Fireman Ed, the criticism he's taken, and what Ed expects this season. Have a listen! We also have ...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 437
