Mike's mother-in-law, Marjann Mahon visits the basement to drop some science on life with her meme wisdom. Virtual signalers should get a pen and take some notes!
Reiki is an energy healing technique that promotes relaxation and reduces stress and anxiety through gentle touch. Gina Duffy shares how she can take her clients to another realm. Also, Mike loses his shit in a Burger King.
Smear Campaign bassist, Jamie Nicholson and frontman Jay "JK47" Keith enter the basement and reveal their best stories involving their worst moments on stage.
Are you handy? Tell us you at least own a hammer. Regardless, Rick explores Mike's passion for the art he creates with wood. Also, Tool Draft 2022, tips and tricks, and how not to cut off your fingers!
"Pickleball Bangers" Lizzie Moran and Will Jamieson from Duxbury, MA enter the basement to explain why pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the nation. Does bangin' in the kitchen sound fun? This might be the sport for you!
The desert is a great place to unplug and reset. Jeff Buell from Adventure Base Camps hangs out in the basement. We're talking about self care from hiking and mountain biking in Moab.
Mommy blogs have hot tips for hosting perfect birthday parties for kids. Boring! Instead, we cut to the chase and tell you what not to do. You're welcome.
The high school drama club refuses Rick's $100 charitable offering. An abbreviated list of people who need a punch in the face. Liz Daly comes down to the basement and talks about peculiar grooming products favored by some women.
Are "store hours" just a concept? Is an appointment really necessary to buy a toilet? Why do assholes ride bikes en mass? The answers to these riveting questions await. Also, guest Marie Connor talks about roasting Trump with Kathy Griffin, featuring for Stormy Daniels, and being a lesbian on the road in Texas. Giddy up!
We're going to solve the world's problems! Master edutainer Dr. Lauren Beitelspacher revisits the basement for a chat about the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Show highlights include plenty of facts, comedic reactions, and everyone's shirts come off. Wait, huh?
The Tinder Swindler is examined in a new segment called Bunghole of the Week. Our State of the Podcast Address is delivered with much tomfoolery and ballyhoo. A licensed mental health counselor gives advice for those with ADD. Also, some guys get spa mani-pedis before a wedding.
MA Rep. Shawn Dooley has heard it all on social media. Now he's handing out tips on having compassion for the trolls. Wait, what? Yeah, he actually thinks civil discourse can be regained in these volatile times. This should be good.
What do Kid Rock, Nathan Hale, and Tom Selleck all have in common? Absolutely nothing. But we compare them anyway.
If skeleton is a fringe sport then two-man luge is a cringe sport! Hey pal, get your own sled, you look ridiculous! Also, China censors foreign media? Give them a gold medal for meeting expectations! Let's go U-S-A!
Another blizzard? For some this means sledding, building forts, and maybe a day off from school. For others, it's time to get your affairs in order because we're all going to die! Panic at the grocery store, flipped-up windshield wipers, and silly meteorologist jargon - it's all a sham!
Millions of Americans are quitting the workplace and most are doing it wrong! Management expert, Brett Poirier gives sound advice to the jaded worker. You'll learn about professionalism, etiquette, and the rejuvenating effects of... sunless tanning?
If you are engaged or even thinking about marriage you will surely benefit from Mike's hot takes on Big Day prep. With only a month before the wedding, he breaks down everything you need to know about vendors, groomsmen, and being smart with your reception dinner seat selection process.
Hot takes on sledding. Bob Saget gave us a promo and we remember him fondly. New Year's resolutions. Guest Jeff Buell from Adventure Base Camps talks about the virtues of yoga and mountain biking in Moab.
Two college guys working at Starbucks, Bash Armani and Shea Wise, come back to the basement for further examination. The world is on fire but their generation seem so friggin' optimistic! We throw all the stereotypes at Gen Z and see which ones stick. How short is their attention span? Why are they always so busy? Do they really spontaneously combust if they can't access wifi? Also, Betty White passed away.
If you clicked this episode looking for something positive you should keep scrolling. You should also get your eyes examined because it says "2021" in the title! This week we look down our noses at the simple minded plebes who amuse themselves on TikTok. It's getting real bad, like, Color Me Badd, bad. Also, Daryl Strawberry* and Mario Lemieux* in studio!
*Rookie card