Hardly Focused

Seattle radio legend BJ Shea joins Jack and Zach in this installment of Hardly Focused! BJ discusses his career in radio, including his monumental run in morning drive on KISW and later succeeding Danny Bonaduce(!) across the street at KZOK. Jack, Zach, and BJ also dive into geekdom, with BJ being a MASSIVE tabletop gamer! Follow BJ Shea on Facebook and Instagram! Follow Hardly Focused! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Much to Zach's chagrin but Jack's delightful, this installment of Hardly Focused stinks! Literally. People are panicking over the "diarrhea parasite," and it seems that Taco Bell's lettuce is to blame. Take Dr. Drew's advice, and don't worry about it! Also discussed in this episode: Canada is on fire, and it's turning Boston's skies yellow. Jack prefers gaming in 4K quality mode over 60 FPS performance mode. The "Capitol Hill gas leak," courtesy of Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer's ass. FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From January 22, 2026: Blake Jennings from the podcast Keep Me Young joins Jack and Zach for this installment of Hardly Focused! From video games to music to theater, there are laughs and non-sequiturs aplenty. It's safe to say Blake adapts to the Hardly Focused insanity with the greatest of ease! Discussed during this episode of Hardly Focused: Jack and Zach learn about Blake's background and beginnings in content creation, from long-form YouTube content to podcasting. Blake shares his favorite video games, and what he considers to be the "worst." Chappell Roan is a queen, and Jack shares his story about seeing her perform with Heart's Nancy Wilson. Breaking news during this episode: ⁠Kenan and Kel are releasing a new movie together!⁠ FOLLOW Keep Me Young! ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@KeepMeYoungPod⁠ FOLLOW Blake Jennings! ⁠https://linktr.ee/jakeblennings⁠ FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to Hardly Focused! ⁠https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Hardly Focused, Jack, Mike, and Nate pour one out for physical media. Beginning in 2028, Sony is going digital-only, and will no longer release new PlayStation games on disc. Of course, the internet is up-in-arms over the news, with pitchforks out and pirate hats on. Also discussed: Tim Heidecker hosts his first episode of InfoWars, and does a great Alex Jones impression. Noah Kahan politely asks that you do not shit yourself at one of his shows. Music news, featuring Angine de Poitrine, the Mars Volta, and Hayley Williams! FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The marketing blitz for Grand Theft Auto VI is in full swing! Because it's 2026, it would be highly unusual if this was without controversy. Acc and Jack discuss everything related to GTA, from the franchise's history, to the unbelievable weight of expectation, to how the ever-increasing price of consoles may affect the game's launch. Also discussed in this episode of The Acc and Jack Show: Sonic the Hedgehog on the Sega Genesis celebrates its 35th anniversary! Delightfully awful music, and awfully delightful music. FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to Hardly Focused! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An example of why this podcast is called "Hardly Focused" - a discussion about Faith No More reuniting turns into reminiscing about The Great Mighty Poo from the Nintendo 64 game Conker's Bad Fur Day. Jack and Nate try their best, but staying on-topic remains a regular struggle. Hey, at least Mike Patton and the boys are back together! Also in this installment of Hardly Focused: What does one formally call a podcast with video? Jack once again injures his right hand. The America 250 concert is everything the Great American State Fair isn't. Louis CK has a new Netflix special, and it's going to do just fine. Remembering Daveigh Chase, whom everyone forgot voices Lilo in Lilo and Stitch. That insane video of the bungee jumper in Brazil who wasn't attached to anything. FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the various fests and showcases underway, Acc and Jack have a lot of gaming news to cover! Alien Isolation 2 exists, Cuphead is getting TWO sequels, and one of the best Zelda entries is getting a full-blown remake. Which game will excite Acc to finally use his Switch 2? Will Jack ever make a dent in his backlog? Also discussed in this episode of The Acc and Jack Show: Acc recounts a stinky experience with black cupcake frosting. The Bricks and Minifigs saga continues, with a potential end in sight! FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to Hardly Focused! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To what lengths should one go to recover their incredibly expensive LEGO collection? Jack and Nicole dive head-first into the Bricks and Minifigs saga. While more information has come out since their discussion, there's a lot to unpack - theft, arrests, lawsuits, and a hilarious response from Patreon's CEO. Also, Jack and Nicole discuss the catastrophe that is Great American State Fair. As of recording, the event is down to just two artists performing... maybe three. All told, Milli Vanilli really doesn't need any more bad press at this stage. FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For worse or for worse, the artificial intelligence takeover continues! Jack and Nate discuss a company that's experimenting with AI-powered radio stations, complete with digital on-air presenters. Nobody can make a horrific natural disaster sound jubilant like a computerized DJ! Also discussed in this episode of Hardly Focused: Sick man Jack recaps this podcast's recent surge in social media video views! Nate discusses "Dead Dad Jokes," a successful night of gallows humor presented by friend-of-the-show Hailey Jones. The post-mortem of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a sad day in America, as The Late Show with Stephen Colbert approaches the end of the world. Jack shares for Mike and Becky his thoughts about the program and franchise, as well as its penultimate episode. Becky and Jack also recap their visit to the Ed Sullivan Theater last year to attend a taping of show. Also discussed in this episode of Hardly Focused: "Homerpalooza" - arguably one of the greatest episodes of The Simpsons - celebrates its 30th anniversary. Destiny 2 will receive its final content update in June. FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE to Hardly Focused! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a Nintendo-heavy installment of Hardly Focused! In one corner, Becky is deep into collecting Pokémon cards, while learning from Jack the ins and outs of the franchise. In the other corner, Nate and Jack are cautiously optimistic about the newly-announced Star Fox game on Switch 2. How many times can a single game be reimagined? Also discussed in this episode of Hardly Focused: Nate is indulging in Firecracker Pop Oreos, the filling of which resembles toothpaste. Where can one find better peanuts - Fenway Park, or Texas Roadhouse? (Dead) Dad Jokes, a free show happening at the Hotel Vernon in Worcester, MA on Sunday, May 17. Nate is opening! Strike Force Five will reunite on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices