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Send us Fan MailNo real topic on this one, but we cover a lot of ground.  pretty easy listen.  Enjoy.Long Pants TheoryKevin NealonAgree to agreeKevin Harlan and Trent TuckerBrady vs RomoNYCHorse napThe BreadwinnerMr EdOld sitcoms & SpinoffsSong of the Week:Possum Kingdom--The ToadiesSea of Joy--Blind FaithChili talk--The LoonToadies show reviewShoutout Mike from Montana and RandyKnee Job#[email protected]://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lj6a__KgDC8&list=RDlj6a__KgDC8&start_radio=1https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAalP0jeqV4 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=possum+kingdomhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOZ5VcQIiFc&list=RDcOZ5VcQIiFc&start_radio=1

Send us Fan MailWe revisit an unending topic with cover tunes this week.  Fair amount of hazing to go along with some laughs.Song Sung BlueCock-eyedSide effectsGolf recapMark's new MotorbikePressure cookerPun of the DayGet on over to Newt'sInverted golf courseSong of the WeekSugaree--Jorma KaukonenLove Hurts--The Everly BrothersCover songsVH did it rightGrammar meltdownBill ShatnerPearl Jam covers Pink FloydBlack Crowes guy covers Velvet UndergroundFoo Fighters cover The DoorsJoan Jett covers The ArrowsPearl Jam and Post Malone cover Jay Frank Wilson & the CavaliersHot or hideous (nothing in between)#[email protected] Ascertainers | FacebookJorma Kaukonen -- SugareeEverly Brothers - Love Hurts(AUDIO RESTORED) William Shatner "Sings" 'Rocket Man' 1978

Send us Fan MailWe're joined by Jim's wife for this one.  We cover a bit of ground and have some laughs.Big WhackMoney back guaranteeIncenseRIP Wolves and WildVictoire'MN sports futilityDystopianFacial recognitionSchlitzYungblud concert reviewThe opposite of David Lee RothMark's Green Day connectionSongs of the Week:Vascular--PierreLove Removal Machine--The CultHappy Birthday Mark!#[email protected] - "Vascular"The Cult - Love Removal Machine HD - YouTubeYUNGBLUD - Hello Heaven, Hello (Official Music Video) - YouTube (the good part starts at 2:50)Dillinger Four - Doublewhiskeycokenoice  (You be the judge--did Green Day rip them off?)

Send us Fan MailGet ready with us as we talk about places we shop...  No, really, it's a decent episode.Big box bourbonCostco virginOn to AldiGator RollRIP Dave MasonGolf smackCareful in trafficRIP Joe SenserSongs of the Week:ETI-- Blue Öyster Cult How Can You Mend a Broken Heart--Bee Gee'sWhat if they were hot?Watch the Bee Gee's documentary form around 2020Chest hair#NewtsAppleValleyMN#[email protected] Öyster Cult - E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence) (Live) 10/9/1981 [Digitally Restored]Bee Gees - How Can You Mend A Broken Heart (Live in Las Vegas, 1997 - One Night Only)It’s The PERFECT Cover 🤫⛳️ #golf #golfer #golflife

Send us Fan MailWe talk a bit of sports on this one, hence the Wheel of Fortune Before and After-inspired title.  IYKYK...Mark's family recapKeep it ShrimpleGreen RoomYungblud previewNewt's--Not a Bad Seat in the HouseSpecial Newt's shoutout--SarahBest in ShowThe Farting ContestNerd AlertKaren flashbackSelf-righteousBoilermakersNocturnal Mom'sVaccuumsSongs of the Week:Don't Be Cruel--Billy SwanIs She Hiding a Broken Heart--Remo DriveNeil Young vs Diamond DaveMinnesota Sports DisappointmentJoe Pesci or Joe Piscopo?#NewtsAppleValleyMN#[email protected] Swan - Don't Be Cruel (Audio)Dusty Springfield - Son of a Preacher Man (Official Audio)Remo Drive "Is She Hiding a Broken Heart" New/Unreleased Song LIVE - YouTube

Send us Fan MailNow that we are all comfortable with one another.....  Adjust your volume accordingly.Introductions5K memoriesReading glassesNewt's--Good Food, Good TimesNeighborhood bandAre you comfortable?We Are Family--Sister SledgeYou're My Girl--April WineLovely Day--Bill WithersShoutout our logo designer--SelenaJim's joke fails miserablySweet Caroline--Neil DiamondState FairRIP PrinceJulio Iglesias ConcertBad BunnyKaren--our own version of AlexaCrippledHistoric documentTattoos#[email protected]

Send us Fan MailBuckle up!  We've got 8 voices on this one (Jim's wife is on too).  Mark's Mom is an absolute DELIGHT!  And sister Karen let Jim live.Welcome Renee, Denise, Polli, Karen and Marlene (with Kris in the background)Bible terminologyCoolio?6th grader at a Pat Benatar concert Newt's gets a 4 star Yelp reviewMars, the pulltab queenEver been arrested?Mark is an AngelJC PenneyThe Pine TreeBackyard campoutMars and Ellie?2 pots a day...Poor duckTwinsNice watchFirst cocert?  Led ZeppelinCard clubDinosaurs#[email protected]

Send us Fan MailDon't let the title fool you, it's not about the Motor City Madman, Ted Nugent.  It's just a topic-free zone this time around.Kdoctor JimMansfield BarPun of the DayTune in for Mark's whole family next week!Will Karen hurt Jim?Golf SmackNewt's--Cory brings the heat Lack of pull tab disciplineJim survived his 5KApple Valley Car ClinicRIP Dash Crofts and Sif KroftPaul McCartney DocSongs of the Weak:The Show Must Go On--Leo SayerEgypt Texas--Shadowy Men on a Shadowy PlanetBracket blunderShoutout Big Al#[email protected] Show Must Go On - Leo Sayer | The Midnight SpecialShadowy Men On A Shadowy Planet - Egypt Texas

Send us Fan MailA bonus episode (2nd recording of the night) from a few weeks back.  Jim's lack of profanity is almost too pure.March MadnessYearbook BracketologyLighten up KarenWhat's with the toys?Newt's > CheersThis one's for you LarsSongs of the WeekYour Smiling Face--James TaylorLady Oh--Neil DiamondKids In the Hall--Record Store SnobGreatest Hits--According to who(m)Neil Diamond--Hot August NightRicky's out of prison alreadyEvil record labelsPrince appreciationBeatle Fight#[email protected] Taylor - Your Smiling Face (Blossom Music Festival, Jul 18, 1979)Neil Diamond - Lady-oh (Live @ the greek theatre)[1976].Prince: Guitar

Send us Fan MailSo, after three years of doing this project, Mark decides that he should mention the time he and his wife flew from LA to Las Vegas on a nearly empty plane.  The only other passengers?  Chuck Norris and his wife.  Really.Golf recapSushi goutGoldy's 5k prepMark meets Chuck NorrisNewt's new featureAnnette O'TooleTJ's HomebrewBourbonRIP MN Vikings legendsChuck Norris story verified on air by Mark's wifeRIP Jim's friend Kevin LSongs of the WeekRoof with a Hole--Meat PuppetsDog and Butterfly--HeartHeart appreciationLive well everybody#[email protected] With A Hole - Meat PuppetsHeart Dog And Butterfly 2025

Send us Fan MailFun little episode.  Jim's swearing got way better.Minimum wage MarkGoldy's Run updateFishing for complimentsRace walkingNew knee updateChuck NorrisChuck Norris FactsDo you think Chuck ever ate at Newt's?Jeff Beck / Stevie WonderFive Finger Death PunchSongs of the Week:I Still Believe -- The CallNo Woman No Cry --Bob Marley and the WailersSwearing updateSomething in Paris#[email protected] World 2 Fight SceneThe Call - I Still Believe (Great Design)(Remastered)Bob Marley & The Wailers - No Woman, No Cry (Live At The Rainbow 4th June 1977)

Send us Fan MailYes, the movie Miracle, and no, this episode isn't that old--Mark just takes a while to watch movies.  Also, we loosen up a bit on copyright infringement and play a few notes.  Come and get us--might help our ratings.Finally--Jim apologizes for his profanity and is working on it (still).How February worksChicken whoreRight?Joe Walsh--So What?Advice to RushSongs of the WeekWelcome to the Club--Joe WalshSelling the Drama--LiveCasey Kasem does Bon ScottMusical tasteMark's Miracle review (a few years late)Follow us on Facebook already#NewtsAppleValleyMNWelcome to the Club - Joe WalshLive - Selling The Drama - YouTubeBill Hader discusses cut Casey Kasem sketch with Kevin PollakBeyonce and Justin Timberlake single ladies

Send us Fan MailWe've got your basic Friday the 13th episode complete with a black cat sighting moments before recording.  Were we cursed?Kick 'em in the %*#@Hello SharksNewt's 101Friday the 13thSongs of the WeekTryin'--The EaglesSee You Later--Soul AsylumJust regular-stitiousKevin Nealon2026 Golf predictionsKyler Murray is a VikingVolstead HouseJello shotsWhiskey--all you want!Shoutout Tommy#[email protected]' - The Eagles (1971)See You Later  Soul AsylumMr. Subliminal - Saturday Night LiveI put Q-Tips deep in my ear 😂 SILLY SILLY FUNY BOY is available for early access NOW on @800pgm

Send us Fan MailIf at first you don't succeed, try 151 more times.  This episode is a reflection of that ambition.  But really, it's not that bad--although Mark says he edited out so much dead air that Jim sounds a bit manic toward the end.BrothersUSA!Captain CrunchShot gunning CheetosThe next Jimmy StewartRIP Robert DuvalWar MoviesRIP Lou HoltzPipe CultureRIP Neil SedakaSinger Songwriter fight to the finish!Songs of the Week:All I Wanna Do--Sherly CrowWelcome Home--Bachman Turner OverdriveThe Guess Who is coming to townNice note from Pat and SueThanks for stopping by#[email protected] Crow - All I Wanna Do (original music video)Welcome Home (Live At Budokan, Tokyo / 1976)FLAMIN' HOT | Official Trailer | Searchlight PicturesLou Holtz inspirational speech

Send us Fan MailYou would think that our 150th episode might be a little bit more impressive...  Think of this as our way of showing how comfortable we are with you, the listeners (both of you).  Kind of like leftovers can be great comfort food or something like that.The Tree of WoeNewt's--Apple Valley's finest, the sponsorship origin storyThe Medical Minute:  Mark's knees and Rudy GobertMossball Torsion throwback concert footageNeighborhood origin storyDragnet drug slangThe CaliforniansDixieSongs of the Week:Not Dead Yet--Lord HuronScreaming in the Night--KrokusPlodding rock favorites#NewtsAppleValleyMN#[email protected] Huron - Not Dead Yet (Official Video)Krokus - Screaming in the Night (Official Video)

Send us Fan Mail5 time guest Chantz and his buddy Alex join us for a matinee recording.  Of course we started the festivities at our awesome sponsor--Newt's in Apple Valley MN.  Jim's pending 5KChantz's harrowing triathalonThe white shorts story and other tales of horrorOlympic stuffAnti-Grease hateJack BlackEpic moviesSports shmortsDiseases with human namesSongs of the Week:Evenflow--Pearl JamChildren of the Sun--Billy ThorpAt Night in Dreams--White DenimThe Girl From Ipanema--Astrud GilbertoMore ASL commentaryCommination breakdownDomo arigato HunterAce and Gary are hitting the townShoutout Tommy in Texas#[email protected] Jam - Even Flow (Official Video)Children of the Sun (TX '79) - Billy ThorpeWhite Denim - At Night In Dreams (Live on KEXP)Astrud Gilberto and Stan Getz - The Girl From Ipanema (1964) LIVE

Send us Fan MailWhen Mark came up with the idea for this project, he wanted it to be a sports podcast.  Well, today he got his wish as we hit on the Olympics, and the Super Bowl with a little music and some laughs sprinkled in.  Enjoy.Weather reportGet a roomJim's last episodeASLMAGICSuper Bowl recapShoutout Guy GosselinNewt's--The Best Sponsor EverWaygu JimWinter OlympicsKare 11 sports galMiracle:  The Boys of 80Ski jumpingBiathlon-curiousSongs of the Week:Turn the Beat Around--Vicki Sue RobinsonLittle Hurricane--Grand CanyonWhoville's worst Cardiologist#[email protected] Sue Robinson Turn The Beat Around American Bandstand July 10 1976 HQlittle hurricane grand canyon - (live on tape) - YouTube

Send us Fan Mail....Eventually.Fun little episode featuring death, social blunders, wieners and curling.  Tell your friends!The dark days of Bugs BunnyNewt's--Tell 'em we sent youStraight MarkTV For DogsMark's awesome white wine storyRIP Catherine O'HaraRIP Chuck Negron How Three Dog Night was namedSome actual music talk (I know, right?)Geography for 200, AlexWiener talkOlympic curling previewSongs of the Week:Death May Be Your Santa Claus--Mott the HoopleSausalito Summernight--Diesel#NewtsAppleValleyMN#[email protected] May Be Your Santa ClausDiesel - Sausalito Summernight (1980) lyricsTake Off

Send us Fan MailNice little episode.  A few laughs, very little negativity and a tasteful amount of nudity.BeadsTwo dogsNewt's--Sports bar without all the bro's30 gallonsChill outRIP Pat's DadLoyal listener roll callGilligan's IslandWerner KlempererAunt Jemima Back-to-Back SongsWe Will Rock You/We are the Champions--QueenThis Beat Goes On/Switchin' to Glide--The KingsFeeling That Way/Anytime--JourneyNeal Schoen fantasy sequenceTainted Love/Where Did Our Love Go--Soft CellThe Load Out / Stay--Jackson BrowneBrain Damage / Eclipse--Pink FloydNeed You Tonight / Mediate--INXSThreshold / Jet Airliner--Steve Miller BandHeartbreaker / Livin' Lovin' Maid--Led Zeppelin#NewtsAppleValleyMN#[email protected] Kings - This Beat Goes On/Switchin' to GlideJackson Browne The Load Out and Stay Live BBC 1978

Send us Fan MailA slight departure to start this one.  Things are getting a bit tense for us, and we address how we deal with it.  As an important piece of context, this was recorded the night before the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.  The rant is not related to that incident.  The episode gets a lot happier as we turn to a very incomplete list of American guitarists that we like.Newt's--Still Crazy After all These Years!NOVAMemory LaneJim goes off on the current way we're treating each otherCan't we all just get along??Appreciate (not attack) our differencesSongs of the Week:For What It's Worth -- Buffalo SpringfieldLife Without You--Stevie Ray VaughanA VERY INCOMPLETE list of American guitarists we like:Terry Kath, Jerry Garcia, SRV, Jimi Hendrix, BB King, Chuck Berry, Duane Allman, Prince, Neil Schoen, Spider Giraldo, Randy Rhodes, SlashAaand we're back to being happy.  Thanks for your understanding!#NewtsAppleValleyYourNumberOneSpotForIceColdBeerHotJuicyBurgersAnd OutstandingServiceDidWeMentionItsInAppleValleyMinnesotaNotCaliforniaTheAscertainers@gmail.comBuffalo Springfield - For What It's Worth 1967Stevie Ray Vaughan - Life Without You | Live at Capitol Theatre (1985)  If you just want to hear some epic advice on treating people go to the 6:00 mark

Send us Fan MailJust for fun, Mark invites his college roommate Tommy to join.  That's a bold move, but it wasn't as incriminating as Jim hoped.  Also, Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead died this week (which explains the amount of talk surrounding him).The origin story--bodily fluids have entered the chatJust outside San AntonioMark's cardiganFirst Grateful Dead showBootlegsThank you for your serviceEnid, OK and the patch controversyMore Dick's PicksThe DoorsDead & CompanyBob Weir rememberedThe 1980 MGBThe stolen Harley and the Pee Wee Herman bike lockBoxing & the cracked ribSongs of the WeekWhen I Paint My Masterpiece--Grateful DeadSugar Magnolia--Grateful DeadAlthea--Bob Weir and John MayerAdios Amigos#NewtsAppleValley#JustOutsideOfSanAntonio#ThatsALotOfJohnMayerLinks#[email protected] Dead - When I Paint My Masterpiece - 7/26/1987 - Anaheim Stadium (Official)The Grateful Dead - Sugar Magnolia - Live '74The Late Late Show Bob Weir and John Mayer Perform AltheaJohn Mayer Eulogy for Bob Weir 💀⚡️🌹🙏🏾John Mayer on Quitting Alchohol

Send us Fan MailKind of a meandering conversation.  In Jim's opinion, it's some of our best work.  And he doesn't even like this podcast.Powered by Newt's (Apple Valley, MN)Potatoes / KetchupDemographicsCosby (sorry)TimberlakeJessica Beil (what is this--TMZ?)We are in the futureTwo man dead poolSongs of the WeekThe Time of the Preacher--Willie NelsonShining Star--Jerry Garcia BandGingerbread HousesJeff's ballsSpice journeySloppy JoesUsed car bluesDon't judge a book by its cover#[email protected] Nelson - Time of the Preacher (Live From Austin City Limits, 1976)Shining Star (2 cam) - Jerry Garcia Band - 11-9-1991 Hampton, Va. set2-02 (LoloYodel)

Send us Fan MailThis episode has something for everyone.  Philippines history, boxing, burps and one old guy explaining KPOP to another old guy.  Oh, and we're giving away 3 Ascertainers T-shirts! The PhilippinesThe Ascertainer's Newt's Nachos Challenge (not in any way affiliated with Newt's)Jim time traveledMark could've been a contenderThai Curry--can't even hit a 3 pointerBurp talkRIP Dick EnricoSongs of the Weak:Shine For You--Slightly Stoopid with G Love (really)Sharks--MorphineWild KingdomWord PoliceSnoop DoggKPOPShirt Giveaway!#NewtsAppleValleyWant a free Ascertainers t-shirt?  [email protected] For You (Official Music Video) - Slightly Stoopid with G. LoveMorphine - Sharks (live, 1994)

Send us Fan MailThis one was recorded before Christmas, so any current events won't be covered--which helps the episode.  Also, this is the second episode of the night, so if you detect a slight slurring, there's no need to adjust your settings...Stevie Ray Vaughn and Christopher Cross Connection Dog days of winterLatitude vs longitude lesson (who says this episode isn't cool)S.A.D. talkHat tip to So I Married an Axe MurdererWho's ready for the Newt's Apple Valley--Ascertainers BowlIron MarkIs that a pickle?Spirit MountainDon't ski high, kidsSongs of the weekCrazy Little Thing Called Love--QueenRelax--Frankie goes to HollywoodMcDonald's and Arby'sExposing the CalzoneNewt's cares--so go there and eat somethingCoors Light doesn't get you drunkProgressive DinnerHappy New Year!#NewtsAppleValleyThe wrong emPHASis on the wrong sylLABleMove your giant head - So I married an axe murdererQueen - Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Official Video)Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Relax (Official Video)Nobody EVER emails us, but just in case this is the [email protected]

Send us Fan MailSomehow, we've made 140 of these--very hard to believe.  The over/under number from Vegas was 3.5, so we have technically overachieved.  With that said, this episode covers a lot of ground and while potentially entertaining, won't make you a better person.Brown Sugar--just how?Newt's-- you go there and eat good foodMom updatesFrom genius to idiot to back to geniusTough week in the newsRob ReinerJake Paul distractionAwardsThe retirement party gang didn't come throughSusan Anton--for no good reasonTop 40 debateGlandmanGreg and Mark M--future guestsSongs of the WeekFat Old Son--Pink FloydSad Burlesque--The Scarlet GoodbyeSoul AsylumRock 'em Sock 'em RobotsIt's fluidChantz calloutFriendly Newt's reminder#NewtsAppleValleyMNThe [email protected] Doctor - Ooh Eeh Ooh Ah Aah Ting Tang Walla Walla BingSpinal Tap -- "shit sandwich"Kids In The Hall - Daddy DrankDavid Gilmour - Fat Old Sun Live in Gdansk - YouTubeSad Burlesque

Send us Fan MailBig news on this one is that Mark's been granted clearance to once again enjoy his favorite beverage--Coors Light (potential sponsor?).  Fun little episode with a nice cause to consider linked at the end of this write up.Shoutout Feegeebandmn for the funky theme musicShoutout Jenson Creative for the spiffy T ShirtsShoutout to Newt's Apple Valley for being the best (and only) sponsor ever!!Mark gets carnivorous (well chicken anyway)It's all about editing these days Bijan RobinsonBlazing SaddlesJust age naturallySongs of the WeekMarseilles -- Angel CitySip the Wine--Rick DankoNYC trip recapEat at Luigi'sAre John Fogarty and Diamond Dave long lost brothers?MistletoeShoutout Ken, Renee and their awesome daughter, KatieA nice cause to consider   Fundraiser by Kyle Edmonston : Help Support Katelyn's Medical Bills#NewtsAppleValley#JensonCreative#[email protected] Danko - Sip The Wine - Live 1978Barstool Pizza Review - Luigi's Pizza (Brooklyn, NY)

Send us Fan MailWell, just like that, it's Winter in Minnesota.  We are joined on this one by the lovely and talented (and tolerant), Kris--Jim's wife.Sea MonkeysMissionarySongs of the Week:The Spirit of Christmas--Ray CharlesO Holy Night--Carrie UnderwoodPetri DishMile High ClubPassing the Curling torchChristmas MemoriesBaby it's Cold OutsideDean MartinBill MaherConanSocks and StockingsKris's Adult Christmas CardHot WheelsNewt's--Burgers, Fries and a Milkshake too!#Newt'sAppleValley#[email protected]: How to Create, The Amazing Live Sea-MonkeysBest Curling Clip EVER  Watching TV with Jason Bateman be like... 📢 #SmartLessChristmas Vacation - That Spirit Of ChristmasCarrie Underwood - O Holy Night (2021 Carols in the Domain)

Send us Fan MailRecorded a matinee following Thanksgiving.  Mark is still on the wagon, and Jim is just getting started, so this one is a bit more coherent than most.  Ever pooped on a plane?Thanksgiving recapShoutout to our Selena!Football halftime showsPost Malone, Jack White and EminemSides/leftoversDutch oven variationsThat Gomer Pyle sure can singLawrence WelkSongs of the Week:Lawyers, Guns and Money--Warren ZevonLike a Rolling Stone--as performed by SpiritRIP Jimmy CliffMark on IceJim can't clapNewt's--The Best is Yet to [email protected]#Newt'sAppleValleyMN#JFrankWilson&TheCavaliersJ Frank Wilson Version--Last Kiss--J Frank Wilson and the Cavaliers - Last KissPearl Jam version--Pearl Jam-Last KissPost Malone version--Post Malone - Last Kiss (Acoustic – One Night in Rome, Italy 2022)Mr Bert Parks--Bert Parks Sings Wings Let 'Em In 1976 Miss AmericaLawrence Welk, One Toke Over the Line--The Lawrence Welk Show . One Toke Over The Line (Live Performance - 1971) - YouTube

Send us Fan MailToday we look at one hit wonders, who prove that to be a known band takes more than one song.  No kidding.  Buried on the One Hit Wonder discussion:  Salute to Service--Thanks Mark, and who was more useless between Oates, Richard Carpenter and The Captain?  More links will be added shortly.Candy Corn factsHalloween disappointmentsA fist of GatoradeCurrent events and historyZedSongs of the WeekThe Escape Club--Wild Wild WestStealers Wheel--Stuck in the Middle with YouOur One Hit Wonder (following a shout out to OG listener, Pat)King Harvest--Dancin' in the MoonlightStarland Vocal Band--Afternoon DelightMungo Jerry--In the SummertimeNorman Greenbaum (as well as Dr & The Medics)-- Spirit in the SkyDebby Boone--You Light up My LifeRedbone--Come and Get Your LoveLink Wray--The RumbleBrewer & Shipley--One Toke Over the LineWild Cherry--Play That Funky Music White BoyIdes of March--VehicleHarvey Danger--Flagpole SitterAutograph--Turen up the RadioDavid and David--Welcome to the BoomtownWe saved the best for last--Get yourself to Newt's for an incredible Burger!#NewtsAppleValleyMNThe [email protected] Gillis - Twitter and the Civil WarPaul Simon performs a partially-written STILL CRAZYMungo Jerry - In The Summertime ORIGINAL 1970Doctor And The Medics - Spirit In The Sky (HQ)Link Wray - Rumble | Live at Winterland (1974)Brewer & Shpley One Toke Over The Line Live On NBC 1973

Send us Fan MailWe are just getting back to this following our hiatus, and either Jim was way too amped up or Mark sabotaged Jim in editing to make it sound like he was interrupting--a lot.  You be the judge.I scream you screamShoutout Alex and Paul for our theme musicGleemerThank you for your service, MarkBack to ice cream noveltiesFarewell Pat and SueThe lost art of imaginationMystery TheaterRetsynWatermelonRobert Redford RevisitedJane Goodall--overratedWas Madonna hot?Charlie DanielsYou'll look back and laughWho played it better?Member's Only and Earth ShoesNewt's--we saved the best for last#[email protected] - Live at Washington D.C [FULL SET | 11/7/25]Helen Reddy - Angie Baby (The Glen Campbell Music Show / BBC2 / HQ / 1975) - YouTubeThe Charlie Daniels Band - Uneasy Rider - 8/21/1980 - Oakland Auditorium (Official) - YouTube

Send us Fan MailHey everybody--did you miss us?  We had to take a couple of weeks off because Joe Rogan's representation suggested that our ratings were becoming problematic.  We rode it out and are glad you came back!The streak is brokenMark has something to sayShoutout the wonderful Dianne!Gateway meatHow to get a Dr Sponge bath confessionsPuddySong of the WeekThe Question--Moody BluesBlack Diamond--The Replacements (cover)RIP Ace FrehleyDry for rest of the year for one of usJust stop it, RushLandman and Tulsa KingCruisesDead PoolRight in the Giza!Space dicks#[email protected] Blues - Question (1970)Black DiamondAce Frehley - New York groove (Kiss Solo albums 1978)

Send us Fan MailBack from 3 weeks off and it only kind of shows.  Jim is sorry for the excessive use of the F word.  Stick and stones, people...Bucket trapNewt's--Exciting new menu item:  Milkshakes!Shoutout Lance from ThinkDrinkDisneySong of the Week:VanHalen--Ain't Talkin' 'Bout LoveGovernment Mule and Friends--Soul ShineRIP Local Newsman Stan TurnerDeviled HamCoach pantsChief ExportHands and Feet and other popular phrasesMark's multi-screen experience#Newt's#ThinkDrinkDisneyShane Gillis: mattress bit - YouTubeAin't Talkin' 'Bout Love (2015 Remaster)Gregg Allman, Trey Anastasio, Derek Trucks and Gov't Mule - "Soulshine" Live | The Jammys | 2002

Send us Fan MailDue to scheduling conflicts (we're both very popular), we had to reach into the pantry and pull an episode off the shelf.  This one can be described as old and sorta loose.  Grow up.  We spend as much time trying to conceal the date of the recording as anything else.Mark singsNewt's gets their beer's worth on this oneClassic Civil Defense WarningRadio Game--have you missed it?2nd AlbumsBetter Cars singer?Mark's visit to churchBest last name everAscertainers DoppelgangersUndergarment or pastryThe glider incidentCockpit#Newt's#[email protected] Leary Does That Mean I Can Sue Dan Fogelberg mpgThe Cars - Shoo Be Doo/ Gimme Some Slack (Live On Fridays)The Cars - Candy-O 1979

Send us Fan MailThey say size doesn't matter (well Mark does, anyway), but this one flowed so well, that we ran long.  No extra charge.  This is the second episode of the recording session with our Mystery Guest.  Wide ranging topics and some deep insights that our regular listeners (both of you) might not be used to.Slacks/Trousers/PantsMalcolm in the MiddleHow guys communicateNicknamesPowered by Newt'sWhat Mark sawTeachers used to mean businessOur first phone guestSchool lunch or brown bagWe get serious for a bitHumble beginningsGood luck, young peopleFaces of DeathFootball starGolf smackSongs of the week:JJ Kale--Crazy MamaAlbert King and SRV--Stormy MondayPUP--ReservoirWe finally talk some musicBack to golf#NewtsAppleValley#[email protected]. Cale - Crazy Mama (Live Session @ Paradise Studios)Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan - Stormy Monday (Blues Jam Session 1983)PUP - RESERVOIR (Official Video)BB King with John Mayer, Tedeschi Trucks, Finale, Hollywood Bowl 9-5-12 part 1Be Excellent to each other

Send us Fan MailNobody is completely clear as to why today's guest is anonymous.  Maybe he's famous or something.  Jim's famous wife joins as well.Dick & JaneThe big anatomy book (the book is big, the anatomy is regular size)Bruce JennerousYour Digital OasisThe Body HumanGolf recap"Have you ever filmed yourself swinging?"Are the Packers for real?QB confidenceGumbaccoFreshen up gumMr Unlimited vs Dandy DonDIY BloodsportSchool-age McGuyverCome on, Buford!Songs of the Week:Brothers Loyalty--Boiling BloodSupertramp--On DarlingAudioslave--CochiseOur own conspiracy theoryCybertruckTemple of the Dog#Newt's#[email protected] Loyalty "Boiling Blood" - YouTubeOh Darling (Remastered 2010)Audioslave - Cochise (Official Video)

Send us Fan MailI'd describe this one as bouncy and light.  A couple of decent laughs to be had.  Thanks for listening!The Optimistic Alligator TamerVacation Boxing in BangkokPoint of PrideMickey's Diner > or < Waffle HouseMN State FairAirplane was a cover?David Lee Roth is at it againSongs of the Week:Pink Floyd--Learning to FlyOutlaws--Green Grass and High TidesTalk show host primerESPN Anchor nostalgiaGroup photosLeonard SkinnerGuiness Book of World RecordsNewt's--saving the best for last#NewtsAppleValleyMN#[email protected] Floyd - Learning To Fly (Official Music Video HD)Green Grass & High TidesHello Muddah, Hello Fadduh (Camp Granada Song) with Lyrics Sing-Along, Allan Sherman, 1963, updated - YouTubeHall Pass - hot or not :))

Send us Fan MailTook a couple of weeks off and the break might have paid off.  You decide...Eric from JL BeersCracker BarrelShoutout guests Jack and JakeNewt's--How to eat for $2.13MN State FairThe miracle of birthSongs of the WeekWillie Wisely--ParadorBlind Melon--DriveWhat Jim thinks the road must be likeThe rest of the Police hate StingKeith Moon--overrated?Benny HillPhyllis DillerSteve Steven's footwearThe Prince Solo#[email protected] Wisely & the Belle Bottoms - "Parador" Live @ Pan-O-Prog 07/12/25Blind Melon - DriveThree Is a Magic NumberPrince, Tom Petty & others - "While My Guitar Gently Weeps"  Prince solo at @ 3:29

Send us Fan MailWe bring the adult neighbor kids back for a second round.  We tackle some of life's most pressing questions.  The power of enunciationGuest Newt's spotBoo hoo Billy JoelWe're Pontiac famousAn inch can be a lotThe Most Famous Person You've Ever MetBill Murray winsSongs of the WeekBilly Idol--Eyes Without a FaceRiley Green--Jesus SavesBilly Idol--Mony MonyWe skipped Mark--oopsWho Would You Like to Meet?How Would You Prove That You Were From the Future?What's the Biggest Animal You Could Take in a Fight?#[email protected] Holtz inspirational speechBilly Idol - Eyes Without A FaceRiley Green - Jesus Saves (Official Video)Billy Idol - Mony Mony (Live/1987)This is what I think Mark would have picked if we didn't skip him.  Rush - Red Barchetta (Live (1981/Canada)  

Send us Fan MailWe are joined by Jack and Jake.  I list Jack first because it was supposed to be just Jack, but Jake pulled a big brother move.  Entertaining episode!The GodfatherThe GuitarGolf (This episode brought to you by the letter G)OG Neighbor kids meet the new cropAt this point in the episode Mark has said about seven wordsThird Kid tribulationsDicklomat (copyright pending)Mr BasketballSongs of the Week:The Chain--Fleetwood MacCream--Prince & the New Power GenerationTired of Running--Dylan GossettEverything About You--Ugly Kid JoeNewt's promo--better late than never#[email protected] Mac - The Chain (Official Music Video) [HD]Prince & The New Power Generation - Cream (Official Music Video)Dylan Gossett - Tired of Running (Lyric Video)Ugly Kid Joe - Everything About You (Official Music Video)Les Claypool on his Metallica audition ( BB Video)Primus - Master of Puppets (Metallica Cover)

Send us Fan MailI think this one could crack our top 87 episodes of all time.  It's that good.  For real, it's worth a listen!Joe Namath and hosiery Who else misses Johnny Carson?RIP Loni AndersonPlastic SurgeryMark's thingErrors and OmissionsWho wants ham?Grateful Dead foolerySong of the WeekRIP Terry Reid#Newt'[email protected] reacts to TikTok monstrosity - ‪@chefreactions‬ - YouTubeTenement - Garden Of Secrecy (Official Audio)Terry Reid May FlyThe Replacements - Johnny's Gonna Die (Official Music Video)

Send us Fan MailWe've hit the big time as we now advertise in the Tomahawk Club Newsletter (Mark's private Pontiac owners club).  I think it's an exclusive.  Wonder what Joe Rogan thinks of THAT!Par 3 golfNewt's awesome new burgerErrors & OmissionsOzzy's cool outfitSong of the weekJim:  Wings--Band on the RunMark:  Fleetwood Mac--Got to MoveIs R Kelly becoming our new Meatloaf?Taj MahalCommon Phrase OriginsMovie Reviews:Happy Gilmore 2FriendshipOld Playboy's [email protected]#Newt'sAppleValleyMNPaul McCartney & Wings - Band On The Run (Official Music Video) - YouTubeFleetwood Mac - Got To MoveMonty Python and the Holy Grail - Witch SceneAmerican Wedding - "Don't push me cause I'm close to the edge, I'm trying not to lose my head"Grandma's Boy | Best Moments - YouTube

Send us Fan MailReunited after two weeks off from recording, and it feels so good.  Sure, we took a little time away and the world loses the Prince of Darkness, but you know what they say--you gotta break a few eggs.Rough week for Iconic personalitiesRIP Ozzy--Thanks for the great tunesSongs of the week--OzzyFlying High AgainSee You on the Other SideShout out Lil' Sis, JillWe're not mad at Pat....Sorry SueThe swearing needs to stopSongs of the Week Black SabbathWar PigsSweet LeafMossball Torsion memoriesSophomore Slump for bandsShoutout Remo DriveWillie Wisely--an EntertainerRIP Hulk HoganRIP Chuck MangioneErrors & Omissions#WhileWeSawPatandSueAtNewt'sWeDidn'tReallyDoANewt'sPromoButYouCanStillGoToNewt'sIfYouKnowWhat'[email protected] Boone - Crazy TrainBlack Sabbath - War Pigs (California Jam 1974) (4K 60fps)Chuck Mangione Compilation | King of the Hill

Send us Fan MailPulled this episode off the shelf due to summer schedules.  Originally recorded after Part 1 on March 14.  Swear Alert--Jim drops more F-bombs than usual (he's working on it).  It's probably a function of him overserving himself...  Audio is a little janky at first but gets better.What day do you listen?Newt's shoutout OG KaylaPlaydoughFrom the Grave--The Radio Game!REMComedy Movies--Part 2Marx Brothers--Mark's thoughts on the harp#NewtsAppleValley#[email protected] is 40 - Who's Tom Petty (2012)Terry and Deaner Reasons to SmokeWords Of Wisom, Burgess Meredith

Send us Fan MailJim was on vacation this week, so abbreviated write up.  Round 2 with Chantz and Paris is a good time.  From Mark's out of town drink preferences to drinking too much prune juice in Switzerland--its got something for everyone!Enjoy!#[email protected]

Send us Fan MailMark's oldest son Chantz and lifelong friend/neighbor Paris join us for a free-flowing conversation that covers a lot of ground.  Something for everyone.Escape planGuest introMark's early drivewayThe smelter storyNewt's initiationYoung man, old soulEarly musician storiesGuest songs of the dayYeah by UsherLet it Happen by Tame ImpalaKing GizzardErrors and OmissionsPeter GravesWith a name like "Jerk Dry Rub" it HAS to be gooodMaariah Carey/ Eminem feudLanguage evolutionR Kelly / Chick Berry--how to get chicksAscertainers Song of the DayWild by SpoonHere Comes That Rainbow Again--by Kris Kristofferson Wesley SnipesChristian BaleSacha Baron CohenFreddie Mercury's Kid???#Newts#[email protected] - Yeah! (Lyrics) ft. Lil Jon, LudacrisTame Impala - Let It Happen (Official Video)Spoon - "Wild" (Official Music Video)Kris Kristofferson - Here comes that rainbow again (1982) - YouTube

Send us Fan MailTrying out a shorter episode to see if anyone can tell.  We cover a lot of ground with a few laughs.Bring back the Radio Game?PseudonymsNewt's--Mark's CheersErrors & OmissionsQuarterbacksJim's Song of the WeekPan O Prog Plaza Stage previewCome meet Mark and JimMark's Song of the WeekMark's Motorcycle tripWall DrugRIP Bobby Sherman and Nick RouseWall [email protected]#Newt's#PanOProg

Send us Fan MailThis was a tough one to give a title to, as we covered a lot of ground and nothing too specifically.  Some decent laughs though!Gong Show / Match Game babesTom Jones--Lady KillerBourbon JimThe Beyond Burger Smash experiment updateNewt's--You can also get a saladSongs of the week Mark--Tryin' by EaglesJim--Gator Country by Molly HatchetDwight Yoakam / Tom Petty ConfidenceLyle Lovett tooDolly Parton Rock band or not?Give your worries a rest now and then#Newt's#Burgery#Eponymous#[email protected] Jones - Treat Her Right (This is Tom Jones TV Show, 1969)The Wrecking Crew (2008) - Meet Carol Kaye, Legendary BassistEagles Tryin' RANDY MEISNER - 3/10/1973 (Live)Molly Hatchet - Gator Country - 11/10/1978 - Capitol TheatreDwight Yoakam - "Little Sister" [Live from Austin, TX]Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers - American Girl (Live) 1978

Send us Fan MailWelcome back.  Pretty laid-back episode for you this time.The goutThanks Reader's DigestCarlos MenciaBeeGeesErrors & OmissionsCharlie's 100 yard dash fantasyEwwww Rick SpringfieldSpoiler Alert:  To Live and Die in LARIP Jim MarshallRIP Brian WilsonBeach BoysPeeWee, Phil and NormNewt's--be part of history!#[email protected] Making of "Jessie's Girl"I honestly wanted to put a Ralphie May clip here, but all of them were just a bit too offensive for a good-natured podcast like ours...  Go ahead and google him at your own risk.

Send us Fan MailBuckle up.  This one goes off road.  A few laughs to be had. Enjoy.Enhanced introMyriad--take 9Shaking or nodding?Help from ChatGPTOur fake songYou can't see AI liveMark loves kidsShoutout Mancini'sNewt's--Your Experimental Burger LeaderErrors & OmissionsPee Wee As Himself DocThe Groundlings#NewtsAppleValley#SmashThe [email protected] as Himself | Official Trailer | HBOOur fake song  https://www.riffusion.com/song/d49aea93-d882-4b7d-81c2-64737b2f09a6

Send us Fan MailYour boys got things sorted out and are back to our old selves.  Shout out Nilsson and DonovanThings came to a headLiltSpelling BeeAn attempt at a professional introJim's doppelganger from Modern FamilyTheme music appreciationQuagmireSteve Miller, The Baby's and Billy IdolRIP Rick DerringerWierd AlYep--MeatloafTom Petty--Runnin' Down a Dream DocUsed Grilled CheeseSongs that boosted bandsBody HairShout out Think Drink Disney podcastThank you#Newts#TheBestShipOfAllIsFriendship#[email protected] and Roll Hoochie Koo:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_XiMab-FPoWalk This Way   https://youtu.be/4B_UYYPb-Gk?si=b7w6_aZBgcgM1uEcWipeout:  https://youtu.be/r-kAnNgqN9o?si=MxNys4a7fA-oECv5Link Wray The Rumble:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFCpUZVyXgg