Billy and Willie's Workshop

What happens the day after your first-ever live comedy show? Absolute chaos, of course.Billy, Willie, and Chris break down the night at Chuck’s in Des Moines— the crowd energy, the “tag” game that took a minute to catch on, Willie's never-ending battle with being photobombed by a bottle of Revelton, and why the goal for the next one is to turn people away at the door.From there the show goes completely off the rails (as usual):Defending local businesses against ridiculous Facebook food reviewsA deep (and surprisingly educational) dive into the origins of slurs and Italian last namesThe return of the legendary “Country Singer, Baseball Player, or Porn Star?” game with some truly unhinged revealsReddit rabbit holes: sexual incompatibility breakups, post-breakup hookups, and the worst dirty talk fails ever recordedViral stories that will leave you speechless — including an Airbnb host who used security cam footage to blow up a guy’s marriage and a woman who quit her job to breastfeed her 36-year-old boyfriend full-timeAll LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.Powered by Revelton Distilling Company.Sponsored by Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX Concepts, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, and Styled by JJ Boutique.If you like your podcasts raw, unfiltered, and completely unpredictable… you’re in the right place.Full video on YouTube. New episodes every week on the 3 Beards Media Network.

Live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studio, Billy and Willie return for Episode 325 with a full load of Father's Day shenanigans. The guys kick things off hyping their upcoming live comedy show at Chuck's featuring Danny T, Kurt Fletcher, and AJ Simmons — tickets are almost gone, so grab yours before they shut the door.They react to the latest wave of haters and wild comments on their clips (including the John Jones/Michelle Obama moment and the tax hypocrisy rant), break down the NCAA's new age-based five-year eligibility rules and what it means for redshirts and JUCO players, dive into the latest NIL money rankings (Iowa's looking strong at #16), and react to the shocking KXNO layoffs including Heather Burnside and Sean Roberts — plus their bold idea to start their own local radio station.Things get completely unfiltered when they fire up their favorite game guessing which celebrities are baseball players, country singers, or... well, you already know. Reddit questions about dating switcheroos and questionable post-pants habits bring the usual chaos, impressions, and running gags.Real talk. No filters. No scripts. Just two dudes saying what everyone else is thinking.This episode is powered by Revelton Distilling Company and sponsored by Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Jenny Farrell with RE/MAX Concepts, and Styled by JJ Boutique.Grab your tickets for the live show at Chuck's this Saturday through the link in our bio or at ThreeBeardsMedia.com. Subscribe, rate & review, follow us everywhere, and drop a comment — who’s winning the game this week?

Live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios and powered by Revelton Distilling Company.This week Billy and Willie kick things off with major tech struggles and a brand new $600 mic that still can't stop the freezes. They dive into the Knicks playoff run, wild NYC celebrations (bus burning and all), and debate if they'd lose their minds if Iowa or the Hawks finally won it big.Billy shares the wild story of a last-minute headlining gig after Steve Trevino's show got canceled hours before showtime — 60 disappointed fans, surprise sets, and all the chaos that followed. Plus, epic high school homecoming stories, chasing down trouble in Des Moines, and plenty of unfiltered real talk.They break down their latest commercial masterpiece for Chuck's Family Restaurant (five families, Family Circus, and Family Guy walk into an Italian spot), Mad Men nostalgia, Reddit ridiculousness (including a McMuffin lawsuit), Jelly Roll divorce drama, and the return of the classic "Baseball Player, Country Singer, or Porn Star" game.Plus sponsor love and laughs all episode long.Sponsors:Revelton Distilling Company – Grain to glass Iowa spirits. Shop online at reveltondistillery.comIowa Beef Steakhouse – Hand-seasoned steaks, bold flavors, and that legendary old-fashioned.Jenny Farrell Team with RE/MAX Concepts – Your trusted Des Moines metro real estate experts since 1998. Call/text 515-779-7500Styled by JJ Boutique – Trendy, confident fashion in Johnston, IA. Shop in-store or online at styledbyjjboutique.comFull episode drops on all platforms. Turn it up, lock in, and join the conversation — drop your favorite story or take in the comments!#BillyAndWilliesWorkshop #3BeardsMedia #IowaComedy #Knicks #Chuck's #RealTalk

Billy and Willie are LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios with unfiltered banter on the wild new AI documentary that’s got everyone questioning the future. From apocalyptic fears and robot takeovers to optimistic visions of curing disease and exploring space, the guys debate jobs vanishing, the China arms race, and whether we should just unplug it all.They dive into classic docs, Lorne Michaels/SNL stories, Betty White dropping bombs in Hard Rain, J-Lo swearing, Karate Kid memories, childhood dreams of instruments and martial arts, family loyalty (“blood is blood”), and friend beefs that complicate life. Plus: a hilarious “Fuck You Billy” QR code mystery in downtown Des Moines, the Japanese porn star name game, and Reddit deep dives on men owning sex toys, whether stand-up is harder in the TikTok era, and if being too wild in bed scares guys off.Sponsored by:Revelton Distilling CompanyJenny Farrell – RE/MAX ConceptsStyled by JJ BoutiqueIowa Beef SteakhouseKyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageA 3 Beards Media Production.Subscribe, rate, and review — new episodes drop weekly! Drop your hottest AI take or wildest Reddit story in the comments 👇 What documentary should they watch next?#BillyAndWilliesWorkshop #AI #ComedyPodcast #IowaPodcast #Unfiltered #3BeardsMedia #RedditStories #JapanesePornStarsThis is optimized for Apple/Spotify SEO (keywords like AI documentary, Reddit stories, comedy banter) while staying true to the raw, hilarious energy of the episode. Copy-paste ready — let me know if you want social clip hooks, title variations, or anything tweaked! 🔥

This week on Billy & Willie's Workshop, the guys are back after a killer Saturday night comedy show and dive straight into Primary Day chaos. Willie voted (sort of skipped it, and they break down family politics, straight-ticket voting strategies, Ron Paul memories, and why some races hit different.From there it’s classic unfiltered territory: gas prices that feel rigged, Iowa football tailgating debates, Josh Turek’s insane campaign hustle, the wild world of Murderball, relationship advice gone wrong (including a brutal “I slept with your sister” confession), and a deep dive into the greatest movie openings of all time.Plus plenty of tangents on Godfather vs. Casino, Star Wars skepticism, and the usual no-filters chaos you’ve come to expect.Real talk. No scripts. No filters.Sponsored by:• Revelton Distilling Company• Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage• Jenny Farrell - RE/MAX Concepts• Styled by JJ Boutique• Iowa Beef SteakhouseLive from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.Turn it up and lock in.

Live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios and powered by Revelton Distilling Company, Billy and Willie are back for Billy & Willie's Workshop!Willie kicks things off with a wild Memorial Day story — he accidentally set his house on fire while playing Arnold Schwarzenegger with a propane weed torch. From flying embers to bucket brigades and the fire department tearing the place apart, this one had everyone laughing (and thankful his wife was home). They also dive into why dads in their 70s suddenly turn into pyromaniacs, yard maintenance debates, and natural prairie burning gone wrong.Plus:A breakdown of the Kevin Hart roast, roast culture, and where the line should be drawnThe changing stand-up comedy game and why open mics are full of YouTubersHilarious "Porn Star, Country Singer, or Baseball Player" name game with Wolf-heavy resultsA 2019 lottery winner alimony nightmare, prison "would you rather," and a wild 1989 Iowa State basketball robbery storyReal talk, no filters — from sports to culture, they say what others won’t.Sponsored by:Jenny Farrell Team with RE/MAX Concepts – Trusted local real estate experts since 1998.Revelton Distilling CompanyStyled by JJ Boutique (Johnston, IA)Kyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageIowa Beef SteakhouseCreaseman Foods – Real Iowa-made frozen pizza🎙️ New episodes weekly. Turn it up and lock in!#BillyAndWilliesWorkshop #ThreeBeardsMedia #ComedyPodcast #MemorialDayShenanigans

Join Billy, Willie, and Chris for a completely unfiltered, no-holds-barred live episode straight from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios and powered by Revelton Distilling Company.This one’s a wild ride: Willie survives a Pilates session that feels like a medieval sex dungeon, the guys go deep on forgotten McDonald’s mascots and terrifying playground equipment (Officer Big Mac’s mouth jail, anyone?), reminisce about Grimace slides and ball pits full of mystery turds, then spiral into legendary Chicago mafia tales from Willie’s family — including Uncle Frank the hitman and some absolutely insane stories you won’t believe.Plus: AI turns the hosts into McDonald’s characters (the Hamburglar voice is comedy gold), a hilariously trashy Facebook Marketplace mirror ad, a savage “country singer, baseball player, or porn star” game, Reddit advice gone wrong, and plenty of zero-filter banter.Sponsored by:Revelton Distilling CompanyJenny Farrell Team with RE/MAX ConceptsCreasman Foods (real Iowa pizza)Styled by JJ BoutiqueIowa Beef SteakhouseReal talk. No scripts. No filters. Turn it up and lock in.New episodes drop regularly — subscribe and never miss the chaos.#Comedy #Podcast #McDonalds #MafiaStories #LivePodcast

Willie is finally back in the studio and the boys waste no time diving in! From Iowa basketball talk — Fran McCaffery’s squad, Caitlin Clark’s game, and what NIL money really means — to debating Michael Jordan’s defense, modern athletic freaks like Victor Wembanyama, and whether MJ’s baseball retirement was actually a gambling suspension cover-up.The conversation gets wild with childhood nostalgia (Ring-a-Bell hoops, sock balls, yelling at painted trash cans), Kevin Hart’s roast, insane hot food stories, Reddit hookup horror tales, and deep dives into celebrity conspiracies: Scientology, Ashton Kutcher, Natalie Wood, and more. Plus guardian angels, interdimensional close calls, and plenty of unfiltered real talk.Recorded LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.Sponsors:Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX ConceptsStyled by JJ BoutiqueRevelton Distilling CompanyIowa Beef SteakhouseCreasman FoodsTurn it up and lock in — Three Beards Media. Real talk, no filters.

Ross Peterson joins Billy (Willie-less tonight) for a completely unfiltered, no-holds-barred episode of Billy & Willie's Workshop live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.The guys kick things off with radio war stories and FCC “overnight bucket” cussing rules, then spiral into one of the most ridiculous conversations in podcast history: the difference between bestiality and zoophilia, true empathy, and whether your dog actually loves you that way. From there it’s pure chaos — would you sell your gay virginity for an Iowa Hawkeyes national title? How much for basketball? They play “Country Singer, Baseball Player, or Porn Star,” roast AI, debate police videos and First Amendment auditors, and dive into Reddit gold: noisy downstairs neighbors who sound like air-raid sirens during sex, telling your fiancée you got your side chick pregnant, dating coach advice, and why we all stay up too late “reclaiming me time.”Raw, raunchy, and real — exactly what the Workshop was built for.Sponsored by:Revelton Distilling • Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX Concepts • Iowa Beef Steakhouse • Creasman Foods • Styled by JJ BoutiqueExplicit language and adult humor. Listener discretion is advised.Turn it up. Lock in.

Real talk. No filters. No scripts.In this episode, Billy and Willie are back in the AKC Andrew Down Studios (powered by Revelton Distilling Company) with zero-holds-barred banter. They roast King Charles’ $10K Savile Row suits, wonder where “Fatso” was during the congressional address, unpack the latest Trump assassination attempt rumors, and debate whether the new White House ballroom is actually needed.Willie shares stories about his 92-year-old Filipino mother-in-law binge-watching Gunsmoke, sleepwalking hazards, and growing up playing pinball with a mob hitman in the basement. The guys also dive into crypto skepticism (spoiler: they’re not buying), childhood fears (Bigfoot vs. actual gangsters), the Harlem Globetrotters in the driveway, and why Bugs Bunny cartoons hit different now.They go deep on baseball’s unwritten rules, read a hilarious 1957 “Good Housewife’s Guide” that had them dying, play the “Country Singer, Baseball Player, or Porn Star?” game, react to a brutal viral bar knockout, and give advice on a Reddit coworker crush gone awkward.Plus, they plug their big live show this Friday, May 1st with Steve Barry (MC), Jonathan May, Johnny Bush, Dwayne, and more!If you like sports, culture, politics, and zero sacred cows, lock in.🎙️ Billy & Willie’s Workshop – Three Beards MediaSponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Jenny Farrell REMAX Concepts, Creasman Foods, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Styled by JJ Boutique.Turn it up. Lock in. New episodes drop weekly.

Billy may have “graduated,” but don’t expect this episode to be classy.This week on Billy & Willie’s Workshop, the guys show off the new setup and immediately prove they still have no idea what they’re doing. From there, it goes completely off the rails in the best possible way.They react to getting called idiots over last week’s threesome debate, spiral into stories about swingers and the Green Door in Vegas, tear through a wild relationship and marriage scenario, and then dive headfirst into conspiracy theory territory. That means Trump, Elon, assassination theories, Epstein, Area 51, the Illuminati, and a whole lot of opinions that definitely won’t make everyone happy.It’s loud, reckless, hilarious, and exactly what you’d expect from Billy & Willie’s Workshop.Sponsored by: Revelton Distilling Company, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Jenny Farrell REMAX Concepts, We Will Pizza, Styled by JJ BoutiqueLIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

In this episode of Billy & Willie's Workshop, Billy and Willie are fed up with getting called idiots on Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube for daring to have an opinion. From the "could a 225-pound man beat Ronda Rousey?" debate to full-blown political rants, the guys read the wildest hate comments and fire back with zero filter.They also play their favorite game — Singer, Baseball Player, or Porn Actor? — dive into a Reddit question about threesome etiquette, debate what would happen if 95% of men or women suddenly vanished, and react to the wild news that Baby Jessica (yes, THAT Baby Jessica) just got arrested for domestic assault.Plus: old baseball photos, AI aging fails, cognitive decline jokes, Trump talk, and plenty of Iowa small-town chaos.Live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios and proudly sponsored by:🍸 Revelton Distilling🏠 Jenny Farrell Team – RE/MAX Concepts👗 Styled by JJ Boutique🥩 Iowa Beef Steakhouse🍕 Creasman FoodsGrab a drink, settle in, and enjoy the unfiltered comedy, hot takes, and zero apologies.

Bill Blank and Willie Farrell are back in the workshop, cracking open a Revelton and diving headfirst into unfiltered chaos. The guys roast Trump for "taco'ing out" on Iran, debate cult-like loyalty, and break down why some people still defend the chaos. Willie drops a clever (and controversial) Easter "He is risen... on Indeed" joke that has commenters scratching their heads, plus plenty of tech fails, mic drama, and Billy going full savage on double standards in relationships.They workshop upcoming comedy shows and Animal Lifeline benefits, swap wild stories about old-school porn on office computers, debate DTF St. Louis and true-crime theories, play a hilarious "singer, porn star, or baseball player" game, and get deep into societal norms they’ve ditched (no sushi, no Starbucks, and dodging small talk). The episode wraps with custom AI-generated Masters golfer personas for the crew and plenty of "a lot of people don’t know that" drops.This one’s raw, rambling, and relentlessly funny — exactly what you expect from Billy & Willie.Proudly sponsored by:🍸 Revelton Distilling🥩 Iowa Beef Steakhouse🏠 Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX Concepts👗 Styled by JJ Boutique🍕 Creasman FoodsLIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios in Iowa.

Billy and Willie are back on the road, cracking open a Revelton and diving headfirst into the chaos. The Iowa Hawkeyes put up a hell of a fight but ultimately fall to a stacked Illinois squad in the NCAA Tournament — the guys break down the game, bracket regrets, coaching drama, and what it means for next season with NIL money and the transfer portal.From there, things get weird fast: Willie shares wild stories from his time on William Shatner's "Invasion Iowa" (yes, the 2005 reality show that still haunts him), a surprise resurgence of interest in the project, and why it's so hard to find streaming. Then it's on to the absurd — a 12-ton Kit Kat truck heist in Europe, Kristi Noem's husband allegedly living a secret cross-dressing bimbofication fetish life, a furious Texas judge vs. IT guy meltdown, and a lying defendant trying to Zoom court from the driver's seat.Add in baseball ejection classics (Earl Weaver, Lou Piniella, Tommy Lasorda), bracket busts, and the usual unfiltered banter, and you've got another no-holds-barred episode. Buckle up — kids out of the room, sponsors not responsible for the chaos.Sponsors: Revelton Distilling, Jenny Farrell REMAX Concepts, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Styled by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage Creasman Foods, live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Billy and Willie are back in the studio for another no-holds-barred episode! The guys break down Iowa's thrilling Sweet 16 run (that Fulgeris punch/foul drama, the Nebraska matchup, and why refs are the real villains), roast the girls’ game officials, and debate whether Jefferson should play.Then it gets completely unhinged: Afroman turns a police raid into the viral “Lemon Pound Cake” empire, wins his defamation lawsuit against the cops, and we play the full hilarious music video. Plus, the insane story of a quadruple-amputee professional cornhole player charged with murder—complete with video of him throwing bags and (somehow) shooting a gun.Expect plenty of Vegas gambling regrets, Green Door sex club talk, old-school comedy road stories, knick-knack nostalgia from Willie’s in-laws, a ridiculous “singer/baseball player/porn star” name game, and the usual filthy, funny Midwest banter you only get on this show.LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.Sponsored by:Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX ConceptsRevelton Distilling CompanyIowa Beef SteakhouseKyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageCreasman FoodsGrab a Revelton pour, buckle up, and enjoy the chaos. New episodes drop weekly—subscribe and never miss the Workshop!

Join Iowa comedians Bill Blank and Chris "Max Hedrum" Shipley (filling in for Willie in Vegas and Ross due to a last-minute family emergency) for a wild, unfiltered episode of Billy & Willie's Workshop!The guys dive into absurd tangents: the useless glory of China hutches (complete with dusty figurines, built-ins, and why they're the most wasteful purchase ever), childhood confessions involving Ultimate Warrior wrestling buddies and glow-in-the-dark mishaps, hilarious Saturday Night Live open mic stories, outdated sitcoms like Three's Company and Diff'rent Strokes that couldn't air today, and AI-generated March Madness legends (glue guys, mysterious Vegas sharp 31-year-olds, professor point guards, and mortgage-holding floor-burn heroes).Tech glitches, frozen screens, and production chaos can't stop the laughs in this raw hangout. Wishing Ross and his family the best—hope he jumps on next time!Pour a glass of crisp Revelton vodka, bold rye, smooth bourbon, or the original honey whiskey that started it all—straight from the heart of Iowa—and settle in for non-stop comedy.Sponsored by:Revelton Distilling Company – Craft spirits born and raised in IowaJenny Farrell at REMAX Concepts – Your trusted real estate expertStyled by JJ Boutique – Fashion that turns headsIowa Beef Steakhouse – Premium Iowa beef done rightKyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage – Home loans with heartLIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios – Merch, promo items & personal service from Johnston's employee-owned team (email [email protected])New episodes drop weekly—subscribe now for more unscripted comedian banter, road stories, and Iowa flavor from 3 Beards Media.#ComedyPodcast #IowaComedy #StandUp #ChinaHutch #MarchMadness #ReveltonSpirits #BillyAndWillie

Join comedians Bill Blank and Willie Farrell for a hilarious LIVE episode of Billy & Willie's Workshop recorded at the stunning Revelton Distilling tasting room in Osceola, Iowa! Pour a glass of their award-winning Iowa-crafted Honey Whiskey, Rye, Bourbon or Vodka and settle in for non-stop laughs.This After Dark special is packed with classic bits and wild stories:The legendary Luigi the Butler origin — won in a drunken Vegas craps binge!Little Luigi surprise gift and wrestling buddy childhood confessionsHalf Chub nursing home antics and why Willie’s still popular thereUltimate Warrior couch experiments and shocking revelationsBilly’s plan to throw himself on the casket at Willie’s funeralAI-generated movie posters for China Hutch Confidential, Half Chub, Ultimate Warrior drama & Putting the Fun in FuneralDegenerate gambling tales from Lakeside Casino daysWorst corporate gig disasters (drunk secretary affair bombshell + Esther’s memorial slide fail)Plus shoutouts to sponsors Revelton Distilling, AKC Marketing, upcoming Animal Lifeline comedy benefit (May 1st at Westside Event Center), and plenty of unfiltered bar-stool comedy advice.If you love raw, unscripted comedian hangouts, wild Iowa stories, ridiculous callbacks and questionable life choices — this is your episode. Grab a Revelton cocktail and hit play!Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Styled by JJ Boutique, We Will Pizza, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageSubscribe for more Billy & Willie's Workshop comedy goodness from 3 Beards Media. New episodes drop regularly!#ComedyPodcast #IowaComedy #StandUpStories #ReveltonDistilling #LivePodcast

This week inside Billy & Willie’s Workshop, the conversation starts with a milestone — Willie turning 70 years old — and the guys immediately dive into the realities of aging, perspective, and the unofficial strategy of finding people your age who look worse so you can feel better about yourself.From there the conversation quickly goes off the rails.Billy brings up the mystery of the China Hutch debate — why every family seems to have one, why nobody actually uses it, and the strange emotional attachment people have to furniture that mostly just holds plates no one is allowed to touch.Then things take a turn when Bill receives a video that immediately sparks reactions in the workshop. The guys break down the situation, debate what they would do if they were in the same position, and deliver their signature mix of brutally honest and hilariously questionable advice.The show also features the debut of “Ask Billy & Willie”, where listeners call in looking for real-life advice. The guys tackle several wild Reddit relationship and life questions, reacting to awkward scenarios, strange relationship dilemmas, and some absolutely insane situations people claim are real.As always, the conversation drifts between storytelling, life perspective, and the kind of bar-stool commentary that makes Billy & Willie’s Workshop feel like hanging out with two guys who have decades of stories and aren’t afraid to tell them.Expect laughs, questionable advice, and a few moments where you’ll wonder how this show hasn’t been canceled yet.Grab a drink and pull up a chair — the workshop is open.Sponsored by:We Will PizzaRevelton Distilling CompanyIowa Beef SteakhouseStyled by JJ BoutiqueKyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageRecorded LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

In this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop, the guys break down their latest comedy road trip to Louisiana, Missouri, where a corporate show turns into a weekend full of strange hotels, feral cats, packed dive bars, and the kind of unpredictable stories that only happen when comedians travel.Billy and Willie dive into what it’s like performing in smaller Midwest towns, the unique characters you meet along the way, and the behind-the-scenes chaos that audiences never see. From questionable hotel situations and bar food surprises to discussions about opening a comedy club in Hannibal and the realities of life as traveling comics, this episode is packed with unfiltered humor and classic storytelling.Expect plenty of laughs, off-the-rails conversations, and the kind of real comedy road stories that make stand-up life both ridiculous and unforgettable.If you love comedy podcasts, stand-up comedy stories, comedian road trip tales, and uncensored Midwest humor, this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop delivers.Sponsors:Creasman FoodsRevelton Distilling CompanyKyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageIowa Beef SteakhouseLIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

Willie has lost so much weight that Billy and Chris are pretty sure he is auditioning for the small head guy character in Beetlejuice. Billy talks about his fun over the weekend with wheel chair basketball and Chris reads a "having relations with dead deer" reddit story. You know, a typical Tuesday evening. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Naked Dave Seasoning, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, We Will Pizza, Styled by JJ Boutique and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Nothing is off limits in this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop. The guys unload on Big Ten basketball frustrations, Iowa hoops reality checks, and the energy inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena — all while mixing in wild media stories, fan culture takes, and classic Midwest chaos.From Purdue and Nebraska talk to rec league nostalgia, SoundOff moments, and unapologetic Workshop banter, this one feels less like a podcast and more like post-game therapy at the bar. Expect bold opinions, laughs, a little roasting, and the kind of raw Iowa sports conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.If you want polished takes, this isn’t it. If you want real talk, real fans, and real Midwest energy — welcome to the Workshop.Sponsored by Revelton Distilling, Styled by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Naked Dave's Seasoning, We Will Pizza by Creasman Foods and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

In this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop, the guys jump into everything from Trump headlines and political reactions to breaking down the Super Bowl halftime show and debating Kid Rock’s role in music, culture, and controversy. Nothing is off limits as Billy & Willie answer unpredictable Reddit-style questions, fire off hot takes, and deliver the kind of unfiltered comedy conversation that feels like bar-stool talk with zero filters.If you enjoy podcasts that mix comedy, current events, pop culture debates, and real opinions without the corporate script — this episode brings the laughs, the chaos, and plenty of halftime-level reactions.Revelton Distilling CompanyStyled by JJ BoutiqueNaked Dave’s SeasoningIowa Beef Steakhouse🎙️ LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs StudiosA 3 Beards Media Production

In this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop, the gloves come off as the guys dive headfirst into a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation about Donald Trump, politics, media narratives, and how people on all sides react to it.Billy and Willie break down their frustrations, observations, and opinions on leadership, accountability, hypocrisy, and why political conversations feel more divided — and louder — than ever. From media coverage to public perception to why certain topics instantly turn toxic, nothing is tiptoed around and nothing is sanitized.This isn’t a debate stage or a talking-points podcast. It’s two guys saying exactly what they think, reacting in real time, challenging narratives, and having the kinds of conversations most people only have off-mic.Raw. Opinionated. Honest. And very much Billy & Willie.Sponsored by:Revelton Distilling CompanyStyled by JJ BoutiqueNaked Dave’s SeasoningIowa Beef SteakhouseKyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage🎙️ LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

In this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop, Billy and Willie are back doing what they do best—riffing on real life, swapping unfiltered stories, and turning everyday chaos into laugh-out-loud moments. From random observations to off-the-rails tangents, nothing is off limits as the guys break down life, work, and whatever else happens to wander into the shop. It’s raw, relatable, and exactly the kind of conversation that only happens when the mics are on and the filter is off.Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Naked Dave's, Styled by JJ Boutique and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

The guys break down what really happens when comedy clips go viral—misunderstood jokes, angry comment sections, accusations of joke stealing, and why backlash often means you’re doing something right. A raw, funny look at comedy, algorithms, and not giving a damn.Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Styled by JJ Boutique, and Naked Dave Seasoning, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and Iowa Beef Steakhouse. Live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Billy and Willie also get into the uncomfortable side of comedy — offensive jokes, punching down vs. punching up, and why certain bits trigger strong reactions. They discuss joke repetition, why audiences demand “that one joke,” and how great comedians evolve material night after night instead of delivering the same performance word-for-word.Along the way, the guys cover:Why YouTube comedy specials are now legitimate credentialsIndie comedy vs. big-budget stand-up specialsOffensive jokes, boundaries, and audience sensitivityWhy repetition matters differently in comedy than musicComedy as jazz — never the same twiceADHD as a stand-up superpowerBeing honest on stage instead of playing it safeUnfiltered, funny, and brutally honest, this episode is a deep dive into how stand-up comedy really works — and why it was never meant to be comfortable.Sponsored by Revelton Distlling, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Styled by JJ Boutique, Naked Dave's Seasoning, Iowa Beef Steakhouse and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

In this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop, the guys crack a bottle of Revelton and immediately unravel into a perfectly unhinged conversation about seasonal decorations, condiment conspiracies, and imaginary monkeys with transfer-portal eligibility.Billy vents about the exhaustion of holiday décor, Christmas chaos, and why talking about Halloween decorations should be outlawed. From there, it’s on to the great ketchup debate—glass bottles vs. squeeze bottles, refrigeration rules, upside-down storage, and whether Heinz engineered their lids to sell more ketchup. Diner ketchup “marriages,” mustard mishaps, and fridge logic all get roasted.The conversation veers into Vegas stories, New Year’s Eve chaos, drone shows, AI paranoia, and modern warfare before landing squarely back in madness with monkey ownership fantasies. Would you want a chimp or a gorilla? What happens when your monkey steals your spotlight—or enters the transfer portal?Add in Hawkeye football talk, backup quarterbacks, grandma crafts, photogenic dogs, and a chimp walking hand-in-hand out of Kinnick Stadium, and you’ve got another classic Workshop episode—raw, ridiculous, and laugh-out-loud funny.If you love unfiltered comedy podcasts, absurd debates, and conversations that go completely off the rails, this episode delivers.Sponsored by Revelton Distilling, Styled by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Iowa Beef Steakhouse and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

In this episode of Billy and Willie’s Workshop, Billy and Willie break down the rules of comedy in a divided world—where intent, timing, and crowd psychology matter more than playing it safe. They discuss controversial jokes, MAGA audiences, cancel culture, and why being funny is the ultimate permission slip. The conversation also dives into life on the comedy circuit, post-COVID crowds, Christmas chaos, and how stand-up has changed over the years. Honest, raw, and unapologetically funny. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Iowa Beef Steakhouse and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

In this Billy & Willie’s Workshop Christmas Special, the guys spiral into one of the most outrageous, uncomfortable, and hilarious conversations they’ve ever had—starting with a deep (and wildly inappropriate) dive into the Christmas story.What begins as childhood recital memories quickly turns into a no-holds-barred debate about Joseph, Mary, the Virgin Birth, biblical timelines, Greek mythology, and whether Joseph was actually planning to “put Mary away quietly.” The discussion bounces between scripture, Catholic guilt, modern skepticism, comedy logic, and absolute disbelief—complete with Bible verses, historical context, and some very strong opinions.This episode is not for the easily offended, but if you enjoy raw comedy, religious hot takes, Christmas chaos, and conversations that go completely off the rails, this one delivers.Pour a drink, buckle up, and enjoy one of the most unforgettable holiday episodes Billy & Willie have ever recorded. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

Does speeding up a podcast actually make it better? Billy & Willie debate theme song speed, podcast playback habits, and spiral into classic Workshop chaos. The guys talk stand-up comedy writing, preparing for major shows, rewriting jokes, and why some comics still don’t write things down.Along the way, they break down Willy Wonka logic, Wicked, Jeff Goldblum’s unmatched creepiness, horror movies that actually traumatized them as kids, and which actors guarantee a watch no matter what. Fast, unfiltered, and completely off the rails—this is Billy & Willie’s Workshop at full speed. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Kyle Lehman Wintrust Mortgage and Iowa Beef Steakhouse, live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Billy and Willie break down Iowa State’s coaching drama, fan panic, bowl-game fallout, and whether Jamie Pollard just pulled a power move gone wrong. Chris rides the emotional coaster while the guys roast, rant, and keep the Midwest mayhem rolling. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Iowa Beef Steakhouse,

Billy and Willie are back and immediately off the rails—breaking down Iowa’s basketball woes, Nebraska getting “piss-pounded,” and why Big Ten games need better crowds. Then things take a hard left into Mormons, forged documents, pipe bombs, Trump, religion, and whether sitcoms unfairly make every husband look like an idiot. Toss in some Monty Python fights, Kevin Costner slander, Scientology shade, Kevin Spacey updates, and a debate about the greatest sitcoms ever… and you’ve got another classic chaotic workshop session. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, STYLED by JJ Boutique all live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

This week on Billy & Willie's Workshop, the guys are fired up fresh off the Iowa game—where Billy went full superfan and may or may not have scared Willie with his hawkeye-level enthusiasm. Willie tries to keep him grounded, but once Billy starts chanting, there’s no stopping him.Then, the crew breaks down their Top 25 Best Comedy Movies of All Time—with the most chaotic, passionate, and probably incorrect rankings you’ve ever heard. Expect classics, hot takes, and at least three arguments about whether a movie even counts as a “comedy.”And just when you think it can’t get any more ridiculous, Chris debuts an Ozempic for You commercial starring Fat Willie… and yes, it’s exactly as unhinged as it sounds. Pasta jokes were made. Feelings were hurt. Comedy was achieved.Another week, another wild episode in the Workshop. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

On this week’s Billy and Willie Workshop, Bill returns with his legendary “Colorado Special,” dives into the world of friends who suddenly turn MAGA, and breaks down the delicate art of navigating those friendships without losing your sanity. Meanwhile, Willie discovers—apparently—that he’s obese, and Chris sends the guys into a Christmas spiral by generating AI Hallmark movie plots and posters featuring both Bill and Willie as the romantic leads nobody asked for but everybody needed. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Styled by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

This week on Billy and Willie’s Workshop, Billy’s packing for his Colorado comedy run, Willie breaks down RFK’s “run” from a fainting man, and the guys ask—has Trump actually done anything good? Plus, Chris brings the laughs (and nightmares) with his latest batch of AI bobbleheads, and the crew reacts to the viral video of the girl prank-calling churches. It’s chaos, comedy, and controversy—just another week in the Workshop. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Billy and Willie discuss election day, Iowa has a big game against Oregon, and Chris returns from his couple's trip up north. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Billy and Willie go LIVE from Fairway Franks in Norwalk Ia. Franks is named after yet another relative of Willie, and the guy dive into some Mascot talk, Bill does a little therapy, we show some vintage photos of Willie and the AI segment the guys as Sopranos characters. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Bill talks about his cracked ribs and celebration, preparing for his gig and special coming up this week and next month, Chris teases the American Half Time show theme song and reddit stories. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Willie is back from San Francsico and his interaction with Uber and Waymo may altar his upcoming travel plans. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED By JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

On this episode of Billy and Willie, things get deep—and weirdly personal. The guys dive into the heavy stuff with a brutally honest take on funerals, faith, and why Bill thinks the Catholic religion might be a little… overhyped. Then, in true Billy fashion, the mood shifts when he unveils his next great business idea: an OnlyFans dedicated entirely to his calves. Plus, a wild Reddit story about a family meltdown after a memorial service proves that grief brings out the best—and worst—in people. Strap in for equal parts irreverence, honesty, and laughter. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Billy & Willie talk Dr. Ian Roberts, we check in with that. Bill goes viral with his reaction photo from the Iowa game and we have some fun reddit stories to go over. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

On this week’s episode of Billy and Willie’s Workshop, the guys go off the rails in the best way possible. From breaking down a bizarre “Hyptomtist” moment to diving into the news that Jimmy Kimmel is back on air, they don’t hold back. They also take a hard look at Trump’s appearance at the UN Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

The guys are back for this week's episode a week earlier. Andrew fills in for Chris as we talk about current events and this weeks bracket of Mainstream Stars. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Styled by JJ Boutique and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Willie is back from his Vegas trip and the guys discuss the trip, along with Chris works the guys through a Stand Up Comic Bracket Challenge. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, STYLED by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

We talk Football and Billy's tailgate, Willie breaks out his dummy that he got back, Chris learns a new topic about Pink Socking and more. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Bill is finally done with The "Fair Show" and Willie is back from Vegas & LA. We catch up with the guys and Reddit is BACK! Sponsored by Revelton Distilling, Green Beret Realty, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortage & LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

Billy and Willie are back as Bill tells the craziest breakup story you've ever heard. We hear about BIll's weekend at Hinterland and more. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Green Beret Realty, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Bill's big weekend of going to Hinterland is upon him, they guys talk about that, Bill's week long show at the Iowa State Fair and they develop an idea of a movie of an over the hill knuckleball pitcher... Plus JT fills in for Chris. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Green Beret Realty, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Bill is back from his shows in Branson and Willie breaks down his performance, we get the guys reaction to the CEO at Coldplay and Chris is back with some interesting questions. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Green Beret Realty, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVe from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

Bill has a gig in Branson coming up, so Willie helps him workshop some bits. Chris is on vacation so JT Nutt from Chair Shots hops on to produce and brings some reddit and music questions. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Green Beret Realty, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.