Duck, Duck, Duck, Podcast. Two weeks ago, a unique story occurred where a duck flew on the field during a Tampa Bay Buccaneers game which resulted in the fans declaring the bird their unofficial mascot. Anchor Brant is the event staffer who became a local hero by wrangling up the mallard from the field to the cheers of fans. We chat with Anchor on his new fame as well as compliment his amazing mustache while Burlew throws shade with the upcoming Commanders Buccaneers game. Scott must also naviga...
Jan 07, 2025•2 hr 21 min•Ep. 496
Merry Christmas! It is here folks! The 2024 Christmas Spectacular has arrived, and boy is it full of Christmas cheer. This year, Mike, and longtime listeners, Dom and Harry, must compete in the "Ornament Olympics" were they must both debate each other on Christmas topics, but also support each other in a grueling battle to win a custom ornament to adorn their tree. This game is certain to get you in the holiday spirit as we hit eveything from the Mount Rushmore of Christmas movies, hot takes on ...
Dec 23, 2024•3 hr•Ep. 495
Today, we are joined by Mike Belazis, of the indie/folk band, Oliver Hazard. We discuss everything from the band's new EP, their origins, what the band has learned, and more. Go check out Oliver Hazard and their new EP, Raindrop River today! We also discuss Mike's inability to receive anything from Fedex, Mike cooks up a plan to rid New Jersey of drones, we look at the most expensive movie props, and Mike reveals the happenings of his shitty week. Have a listen!
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 494
Any movie, any time, any where….even on this podcast. This week we chat with co-founder and CEO of Moviepass Stacy Spikes about the recently released documentary MoviePass, MovieCrash. We dive into his business background and building the brand, to the bad decisions of investors which led to the downfall, and he chose to rebuild the company. An interesting conversation on the timeline of the viral business. After our interview check out the documentary and Stacy’s book Black Founder , The Hidden...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 493
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! The guys return this week, and attempt to ruin each other's Thanksgiving in another round of the "Inconvenience Draft". It goes off the rails as always and involves Pilgrims, turkeys cooked in lube, and Mike's imaginary friends. We also chat about Mike horrible restaurant experience, Mike's amazing tv superpower, and the Best of Hulk Hogan in WCW.
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 492
If you're looking for great guests and hilarious conversation, turn to Verbal Shenanigans, we know Waasssup!!! Actor Scott Martin Brooks joins us this week who played Dookie in the iconic Budweiser Wassup commercials. We had an absolute blast speaking with him on the fame from the ads, the fan reaction, his acting projects including working with Bernie Mac, and the full turn around of the commercials. An absolutely fun chat. We also talk about Scott's sweaty travel experience, Mike has some uniq...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 491
Next time you worry about first world problems, listen to our guest. World traveler Sam Goodwin has traveled to every country in the world. Unfortunately Sam had an incident that led to him being incarcerated in Syria for 9 weeks. Sam gives us details on what he went through, how he stayed positive, and how he continued to travel to the world after finally getting home. Listen to our podcast for the story and then read his book Saving Sam to get even more details of his story. We also discuss al...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 490
We return yet again with maybe our best ever Halloween Special. Today, we combine our love of great guests, embarrassing Mike, ridiculous games, and our fans all in one episode. Joining us for an interview is Alan Belardinelli, a founding member of Smertekirken, or the Church of Pain in Norway. We learn all about the very unique world of body suspension through a great conversation with Alan. Alan really highlights this unique lifestyle, and gives us a peak into what the Church of Pain truly is....
Oct 29, 2024•2 hr 48 min•Ep. 489
For the second time, Raye Hollitt-Olsen, aka Zap from American Gladiators, joins us on the show. We discuss everything from The Muscles and Mayhem documentary, life after Gladiators, and Raye's current endeavors. Check it out! We also talk about Mike losing our bet and his upcoming National Anthem, an odd bubble car, and the entrance of artificial intelligence into our lives. Have a listen!
Oct 16, 2024•2 hr 48 min•Ep. 488
For once, we're the ones bombing. Forget what you see on screen in action films, our guest has lived it in real life. Former FBI agent Barry Black is a retired Master Bomb Technician. Join us as we hear about the life and training he went through, the investigations he did in Oklahoma City and Atlanta Olympics, and find out how accurate movies are to real life. Interesting and entertaining conversation. We also chat about a bet on the Mets Phillies series, Scott gross addiction, and round it out...
Oct 08, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 487
He's a lyricist, an actor, a foodie, and a true artist. Lyrics Born returns to the show to discuss his farewell album, Goodbye Sticky Rice. After 16 albums, LB has decided to move on, but he isn't going anywhere soon. His hit cooking show Dinner in Place continues to thrive, his acting continues to evolve, and he will always remain an important name in music. Lyrics is a great guy with great insight. Check out his funk heavy album on 10/18. We also talk about the death of Dikembe Mutombo and Pet...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 486
For the second time, Dean Roland ,of Collective Soul, joins the podcast. Dean and the band have been rocking for over 3 decades. We chat with Dean about the longevity of Collective Soul, the band's new music, what both Woodstocks were like, and their current tour with Hootie and the Blowfish. Dean is a down to earth, interesting guy with plenty to share. Check out the band's new album Here to Eternity today! We also chat about the fall of Dave Grohl, RFK cutting up whale heads, and Mike being pa...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 485
Christmas comes early with the gift of Verbal Shenanigans. Jack Jokinen woke up one morning to find a stray dog named Suzy came into his house for warmth and shelter. The story went viral with the video and story. Now Jack has written a Christmas book based on Suzy called A Stray Dog For Christmas : How Suzy Was Adopted. Listen to his life before and the whirlwind of this loving animal, and go out buy the book on Amazon, Target, and all other book providers. We also talk about Mike's devious sup...
Sep 04, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 484
The guys are back together with an old school, no guest, hour of nonsensical banter. Scott talks about his recent vacation, his son's special fecal talent, and what it's like planning dinner with 50 family members who have been doing the same thing for decades. Mike doesn't believe his wife's injury, and also must tell us how beloved Disney characters will be canceled. Another great week on the show. Have a listen!
Aug 14, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 483
#StayToxic and stay listening to our show with our guest influencer Ian McAlister. Since he first began creating content in 2020, Ian has seen significant success,gaining over 1.6 million followers on TikTok and 590k on Instagram. We sit down with him and chat about building his Stay Toxic brand with his humorous perspective on relationships and everyday life, the work done and science to continue gaining an audience, and his passion around supporting those with mental health challenges. Check o...
Aug 06, 2024•57 min•Ep. 482
We know you got your eye on your summer vacation so join us as we go down to the island paradise of...Antarctica. We chat with Erin Heard, the station manager for the National Science Foundation's McMurdo Station. Erin tells us about every day life during the winter season at the base. Listen on how easy it was to find a job in Antarctica, the projects that come through there, and the community at the station. Sit back, chill, and learn about life on the continent. We also interview the youngest...
Jul 26, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 481
We are back and joined by Dirk Rogers, a legend in the special effects and make up world. Dirk has done it all in the cinema world, ranging from stunning practical effects, puppeteering, and even playing some super gnarly monsters in various projects, ranging from the Walking Dead, Interview with a Vampire, the Orville, and much, much more. Dirk is such a unique, interesting guy with endless stories in the world of cinema and even as the front man of Bad Acid Trip. We also talk about the "slow" ...
Jul 16, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 480
What did the five fingers say to the face? Listen to Verbal Shenanigans of course!! We are joined by "Babyface" Anthony Blackburn before he challenges for the welterweight championship on Power Slap 8. We discuss how he got into the sport, the training and rules, the safety, and also his passion for another activity, kendama. Watch Power Slap 8, tomorrow, Friday June 28th on Rumble after this podcast. We also talk about the Hawk Tuah phenomenon, red flags in relationships, and Scott takes a quiz...
Jun 27, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 479
Today, we enter the mushing world once again with identical twins, Kristy and Anna Berington. We discuss what it's like to raise dogs, to enter the Iditarod, life as competitive sisters, and more. Make sure to check out the Berington girls and follow all of their unique lives at their website at www.seeingdoubledogsledracing.com Unfortuately for some, Scott is back from having his daughter. We discuss the craziness of birth, Burlew gives the listeners baby tips, and Scott has to figure out what ...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 478
Down one host this week but still a great guest for you to enjoy. Writer and film critic Chauncey K Robinson joins us this week to talk about her YouTube series Production Tales From Hell covering the back stories of issues behind the scenes in some of your favorite horror movies. We chatted with her on her film history, love of horror, and how some of these stories change her views on her favorite movies. You can check out her show on YouTube on the Dead Meat channel. With Scott out being a fat...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 477
No rain in the forecast, but plenty of thunder. Justin Howard joins us to talk about his stage persona Nordic Thunder, the two time air guitar world champion. We had an amazing conversation with this artist chatting about life off stage, the work on stage, the injuries, and the vibes in Finland during these championship battles. We also talk about wild ways to induce labor, play a game of "Mount Rushmore", and more! Have a listen!
May 27, 2024•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 476
Seasoned actor talks with our salty hosts. Eric Allan Kramer has been on our screens for years appearing on Rosanne, Fuller House, Seinfeld, Monk, and countless other shows. Find out how a broken pipe led to him being the first live action Thor, working with greats such as DL Hughley, Dave Chapelle, and Mel Brooks, and what he tells kids about acting. We also talk about aggressive podcast salesmen from Bangladesh, the disappearance of Rogue's behind, and Mike helps Scott gift his mom stuff from ...
May 19, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 475
We are joined by longtime singer songwriter, Gary Jules. Gary has been in the music business for decades, and is well known for his cover of Tears for Fears' "Mad World", which went on to be one of the biggest singles in the world in 2003. We chat with Gary about everything from his early years in music, the success of "Mad World", how to follow up such success, and what Gary is up to now. Gary is very intelligent, funny, and full of unique perspectives on both his life and career. Look out for ...
May 15, 2024•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 474
We are joined by two of our favorite former guests, Howard Berger and Tami Lane, legendary makeup and practical effects artists. Howard and Tami are two of the friendliest, down to earth people, who have accomplished so much in the world of film and television. In this interview, you'll hear stories about cold calling your idol, hand modeling for Lord of the Rings, increasing the amount of blood in Kill Bill to make Tarantino laugh, winning an Oscar, the evolution of the special effect world, an...
May 06, 2024•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 473
In April of 2024, two podcasters went on Zoom to talk to the writer and director of the Blair Witch Project...a couple weeks later the interview went up (and sadly the podcasters did not disappear). Daniel Myrick joins us to speak of making the monumental horror film. We get details of filming in the woods and how they gave direction, when they knew it was a hit and the worldwide tour, and his current media production company Gang of Robots. Check out his new documentary Triple 7 releasing May 7...
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 472
This episode will make your head spin, so grab a comfy piece of cardboard as we BREAK down this episode. Team USA member Vicki Chang, aka "La Vix", gives us some time to chat as she is attempts to qualify for the Olympics in breaking. We talk on what made her want to be a b-girl, what a breaking competition looks like, and even telling her parents she was leaving her job for her dream. Root for her to qualify for Paris and enjoy this interview. We also talk about a revolutionary show idea called...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 471
For over 30 years, Mark Moran and Mark Sceurman, have been giving audiences peak into just how weird and unique New Jersey can be. Whether its covering a haunted house, a ghost story, folklore, or even just a person with bowling balls in their yard, Mark and Mark have been consistently entertaining their audience with their very successful semi annual magazine, Weird NJ. Mark and Mark are humble guys who have followed their passions to make something special. Check it out! We also play a game wh...
Apr 07, 2024•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 470
Today, we are joined by Randy Edelman, world famous producer, musician, and composer. Randy has a lengthy career with numerous accomplishments including scoring such films as Last of the Mohicans, Ghostbusters 2, Kindergarten Cop, Beethoven, and more. Along with composing, Edelman has produced music for artists like The Carpenters, Barry Manilow, and Dionne Warwick. Check out Randy's very impressive catalog today! We also talk about P. Diddy, Mike's trip to the Cherry Blossom Festival, and more....
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 469
If you are holding on for the next episode...that's a ten yard penalty, repeat second down. Three time Super Bowl champion for the San Francisco 49ers Randy Cross comes onto the podcast to discuss his time on the field. He talks about how football was not his first love, the bad years of the 49ers and when he knew they were good, retirement, and BBQ. Fun chat with an NFL great. Scott also chokes while meeting 2 of his idol, Burlew gets loaded with muscles, and we learn how to not run a comedy sh...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 468
T.S.O.L. has been a staple of the American punk rock scene for nearly 5 decades. Through different iterations of the band, they remain active and energetic. Today, we are joined by Jack Grisham, T.S.O.L.'s frontman. We had a great conversation with Jack about staying creative, surviving years of drug and alcohol abuse, recording a cover album, and more. Jack is still driven, and can deliver some hilarious stories about his time in the music industry. Make sure to check out their latest album, "A...
Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 467
