The Brothers Raskin

Two hundred episodes in and the Brothers come in blazing, grateful, and just a little stunned that this wild ride has lasted so long. They kick things off with a spirited breakdown of the end of the World Cup — the chaos, the heartbreak, the miracle goals, and the kind of global drama only fútbol can deliver. It's fast, funny, and full of the patented Raskin disbelief at how a single match can ruin or redeem an entire nation's week. From there, the Brothers dive headfirst into Christopher Nolan's newest epic, The Odyssey. Ben brings the big‑brain analysis, Patrick brings the emotional gut punches, and together they unravel the film's labyrinth of time, myth, memory, and cosmic ambition. They talk about Nolan's obsession with scale, why this movie feels like a culmination of his entire career, and how a single director can make audiences feel both microscopic and immortal in the same scene. It's a celebratory, reflective, and deeply Raskin episode — full of laughs, arguments, gratitude, and a few moments where the Brothers get genuinely sentimental about the listeners who've stuck with them from episode one to episode two hundred.  

The Brothers come in scorching this week. Salt Lake City is hotter than Hades. Brother Patrick nearly meets his maker at a water park, while Brother Ben cools off at Red Butte Amphitheater, catching Dawes and Kaleo under the desert sky. Somewhere between the merch table and the moonlight, Ben also encounters an armless critter with fangs. Spoiler: it was a big snake. Back home, the Brothers have been deep in their bossa nova guitar era, chasing João Gilberto ghosts and cowboy‑chord bliss. They rave about Widow's Bay on Apple TV — atmospheric, sharp, and absolutely worth your queue. Finally, RIP Sam Neill. Hell of an actor and one of the Brothers' favorites. Music heads get homework: Watch GWAR on Tiny Desk — chaotic, operatic, and surprisingly tender. (https://www.npr.org/artists/1111695255/gwar) Check out Marcus King at Bonnaroo ("Honky Tonk Hell") — a blistering performance that'll melt your face faster than the SLC heatwave. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6IGLmYi41k) And for the fiction fans: Brother Ben is sharing the PDF of The Hex Nut Affair at Lab 53 — email him at [email protected] to get your copy. A funny, profane, and sun‑baked episode. Be a mensch and tell a friend.

Reunited—and it feels so good. After a month-long hiatus, The Brothers Raskin are back in the saddle. Brother Patrick returns from some well‑earned SoCal R&R, fully recharged and absolutely ready to play. This episode is peak Raskin chaos: they bounce from the eerie world of the Backrooms to pure hokum, dive into Obsession, wander through The Odyssey, and even discuss a middle linebacker's… well, wang. It's a ride. Brother Ben drops an update on his ongoing movie project, "The Hex Nut Affair at Lab 53." If you want to read the PDF, shoot him an email at [email protected]. And in a twist worthy of the Raskin Cinematic Universe, Patrick officially buries the hatchet with newlywed Travis Kelce. May their bromance last a century. If you love the show, be a mensch and share it—your friends deserve this level of delightful nonsense.

Happy 4th of July. Be safe. See you next week.

This week on The Brothers Raskin Brother Ben kicks things off with a call to action: support the Heart and Soul organization — donate at heartsoul.org. Then he dives into a new creative challenge: a two‑person book club with a work friend, each writing daily toward their own projects. Ben's is titled The Hex Nut Affair at Lab 53 — a story you'll want to hear more about soon. Want to read Ben's earlier work? Drop him a line at [email protected] for a PDF. Meanwhile, Brother Patrick is scorching the mic with hot takes that might just melt your earbuds. Love California? Brace yourself. Hate Bin Laden? You might not like what you hear. It's a wild, unfiltered ride through politics, pop culture, and brotherly banter. Be a mensch — rate, review, and tell a friend about the show.

Let's light this Roman Candle and see what God looks like. It's a big, bright episode — with original music by Jack Johnson (kinda), heard first on The Brothers Raskin. Brother Patrick channels his inner aloha, debuting a new Jack Johnson track and riffing on how he fell for the guitar: cowboy chords, pop hooks, and the pure joy of live performance. From there, the Brothers pivot from surf vibes to cinema, crowning Nicolas Cage as the greatest living actor. They dig through his wild catalog, swapping favorites and debating the sacred Mt. Rushmore of where "Face/Off" belongs. Here's the New York Times interview with Nicolas Cage that Brother Ben references — a must‑read for anyone who loves the man, the myth, and the meme. A funny, free‑wheeling, and heartfelt ride. Be a mensch and tell a friend.  

The Brothers crank up the heat — literally — as they sweat through tank tops in the Las Vegas sun and break down Game 3 of the NBA Finals, featuring a very sleepy President Trump. Somewhere between the jump shots and the sunburns, they imagine how MCA of the Beastie Boys would've loved this Spurs matchup — pure rhythm, grit, and rebellion. Then the conversation detonates into full‑tilt movie mayhem with The Rock. The Brothers riff on what it would take to escape to a non‑extradition country, how to break out of Alcatraz, and why Nicolas Cage remains the patron saint of cinematic chaos. It's sun‑baked, sports‑soaked, and gloriously unhinged — a mix of hoops, heat, and Hollywood hijinks that only the Brothers could pull off. Be a mensch and tell a friend.

This week, the Brothers come in hot with a big, swaggering episode that ricochets from cult cinema to Colombian hotels to church‑side chaos. They break down the sun‑bleached grit of True Romance, dive into the Foo Fighters' horror‑comedy fever dream Studio 666, and unpack what exactly makes a 4‑star hotel in Bogotá feel like a gamble. From there, things get spiritual — or sacrilegious — with a story about swearing in church and a eulogy so good the priest wants to use it as next week's homily. The episode closes with a sharp, grounded look at how media is being reshaped in the Trump era — no predictions, just perspective. A funny, profane, and surprisingly heartfelt ride and just wait until they start throwing podcasters into jail. Be a mensch and tell a friend.

Short week. Talking bartending and the Las Vegas heat. Going back into the way back machine, episode #7, "Barbarians." Be a mensch and tell a friend. See you back next week at our normal time.

Welcome to Jolly Ole England! Brother Ben braved the Atlantic and visited our English cousins. It was a fantastic trip, filled with museums, galleries, Chartwell, and a race riot outside his hotel room in Covent Garden. Ben shares his adventures while Brother Patrick grills him on everything from food, gals, entertainment, and where to get a decent cheesesteak. Ben chats about the British Museum, Tower of London, and St. Paul's. Incredible trip marred by a couple of MAGA trolls (about 80,000 of them). Fortunately, it'll take more than a couple of toothless wonders to spoil a trip of a lifetime. BONUS: Ben spent a day in Paris taking in the sights. He's jetlagged and so is this show summary. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Like, share, leave a review and a couple of stars. Bullet Train Awards (BTA) are coming 9 July 2026.

Penelope! Telemachus! Calypso! Ever wanted to hear Brother Ben sicker than a dog? Well, you're in luck because you've just downloaded the latest and greatest episode of the Brothers Raskin. Ben kicks things off with a thanks to all Mothers, including his beloved MIL. Brother Patrick joins suit and is grateful for the ladies in his life. The Boys ramble about this and that but land on gambling back in Las Vegas and the closing of the iconic Buffalo Bill's Hotel and Casino at Primm, Nevada. The fellas chat about the insane (absolutely insane) rollercoaster, Desperado, and why you'd need to be on trucker speed to enjoy this death trap. Patrick pivots to Christopher Nolan's upcoming movie, The Odyssey. The Brother rank Nolan's work and discuss the significance of World War II in both "Dunkirk" and "Oppenheimer." Ben throws out a couple of ideas for his next project and they chat about life in Yalta. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Share the podcast with a buddy and help spread the good word. If you have a minute, give a review, rating, and follow.

Colman! F-ing! Domingo! Daddy is back! Brother Ben starts the show thanking the crew for the birthday love. 53 spins around the Sun is no laughing matter but somehow, his friends and family made it an incredible day. Brother Patrick digs into the difference between a half marathon and a full 10K. It's really simple math: a full is bigger than a half. The Brothers talk Bullet Train Awards. It's going to be episode #200. That sucker will drop on 9 July 2026. Call your mom and tell her we'll say hi. There's a post mortem on the Utah Mammoth and strong words for the Vegas Golden Knights. Movies gonna movie and the fellas dig into the new Running Man with the super-hot Glen Powell. SPOILER: It's a complete and utter mess and probably the best flick of the year. Both Brothers absolutely loved it. Even with all it's shortcomings, it stars Glen Powell. Taking the remake energy, the Brothers go through a bunch of films that could use a spruce up. And yes, you'll hear about Brewster's Millions. Also, did somebody say "Slaughter?" Be a mensch and tell a friend. Like, subscribe, share, and leave a review. Be cool to kids and dogs. https://www.slaughterusa.com/ Give Glen Powell another look: https://www.caa.com/caaspeakers/glen-powell/.

Big Show Energy! Brothers Ben and Patrick welcome you to another episode of random yammering. The Brothers are in rare form talking Lee Marvin, Stephen King, Ernest Borgnine, island hopping during World War II and the importance of John Vernon. Patrick makes the jump and finally gets to talk about Area 51 and all things extra-terrestrial. They get into why the government wouldn't share secrets about greens and grays, the importance of the monolith, and nuclear weapons might not be great for society. Be a mensh and tell a friend. Lee Marvin in Point Blank: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062138/ Watch S4: The Bob Lazar Story https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0GL9JHLGW/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r

Hail Lord Calvert! If you like open mics, Utah politics, and Watler Matheau, this is your podcast. Brother Patrick is back after a two week break and he came in guns ablazing. Patrick gives the backstory to last week's open mic song and how he channels his inner Jack Johnson every time he picks up the six-string. Brother Ben sets up Patrick and they talk politics for the better part of 15 minutes. With a tight race for Congress just outside Ben's front door, he reads alleged comments from State Senator Nate Blouin and gets Patrick's responses. SPOILER: Pat Raskin endorsed him on the spot. The episode ends with Ben pitching a new movie idea: Lord Calvert. It's a Guy Ritchie knockoff but you'll get a good idea on how you should be careful about getting the score of a lifetime. Be a mensch and tell a friend about the show. Charley Varrick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUz4ckrjcQk Punchbowl News: https://punchbowl.news/article/campaigns/blouin-reddit/ Grab a fancy drink at East Liberty: https://www.eastlibertytaphouse.com/ Hoist a normal brew at Kiitos: https://kiitosbrewing.com/ Watch Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nirvanna_the_Band_the_Show Fun new music for the cold open: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfFfPRnJ5W8&list=RDpfFfPRnJ5W8&start_radio=1

Present for Brother Patrick. Brother Ben is flying solo but don't worry, we have a great show for you. Ben shares his last three weeks of work and what it takes to put on a global convention. Because of his schedule, he's had to do some creative recording to make sure you get a hot bowl of Brothers Raskin every week. This one is just an appitizer, but it could be a meal if you partner it with a salad. Ben found an old recording from 26 December 2002 and he plays it for you. Patrick is doing an open mic with an unknown artist and the it's amazing. Reminds you of the importance of live music and playing fearlessly. BTW: the song is pretty darn good. Like, subscribe, and leave a review. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Brother Patrick will be back next week.

Fun Sized Episode! Brother Patrick is out on assignment. Brother Ben will be in the thick of it at his company's convention but that doesn't mean you don't deserve a quickie.Friend of the show, Erin Norris, joins for a rousing conversation about home improvement, science fiction, and the new Gosling joint, Project: Hail Mary. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Like, review, subscribe, and share.

Sound issues resolved. The Brothers Raskin return with a much better sounding podcast. Brother Ben offers a new entry into the Bullet Train Awards, chats about Peking ducks, and where to get a good set of glass Tuperware. Brother Patrick talks soccer, why skateboards are bad, and how he can take down a 14-year old. Be a mensch and tell a friend. 

Welcome to the Brothers Raskin! Well, it was going to happen at some point in time. We had a technical issue and there isn't enough gigawatts in the editing software to make this one sound good. Too bad because it's a good one. Brother Ben shares a thought about the movie, Aliens (1986), and it's a doozy. Brother Patrick jumps in and does his best Private Hudson. The boys pivot to the best outdoor movie experience for a 70s, 80s, and 90s flick. It's a hoot. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Listen, subscribe, like, and leave a review. The Brothers appreciate the hustle.

Reznor! Crosby! O'Brien! It's a massive episode of your second brother-themed podcast. Brother Ben had a hell of a weekend with an old college pal. Between Nine Inch Nails, Utah Mammoth, and digging down deep in the record bins, Benny Boy has a heck of a story. Brother Patrick does his best Andy Richter and delivers. The second half of the show is a recap of the 98th Academy Awards. SPOILER: Ben went 21/24 with his picks and is trying to find out how to tastefully have that tattooed on his chest. Patrick agreed with most of the selections but is convinced Delroy Lindo will be dead by the end of the week. Conan was great and it was a fantastic evening celebrating our cultural betters. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Subscribe, review, and leave a review...or not. Be cool. Talk to you next week.

Hurray for Hollywood! It's a night filled with stars—including Timmy! Brothers Ben and Patrick rented their finest tuxedo and walked the red carpet for an evening of stunning fashions, horrific puns, and poorly poured Guinnesses. Fun fact: Ben only drank two of them during this podcast. The Brothers go through the 98 Academy Award show and make their picks. Lots of spoilers and lots of, well, you could have guessed it. Both fellas think it's going to be a fun night. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Leave a review, subscribe, give five stars, and share it on social. We're not exactly sure what social media is. Be cool to each other and they'll see you next week.

Fugazi! Primus! Brubeck! This is a fun one. The Brothers Raskin go through the must have five records every collector should have. Be a mensch. Tell a friend.

He Shoots, He Scores Team USA pulled out a miracle on ice—kinda—and downed the neighbors from the north, 2–1 in the Men Hockey's Olympic Finals. Who cared? Brother Ben did. Who didn't care? Brother Patrick. The Brothers are wrapping up two weeks in Milan Cortina with an Olympic sized recap of the 25th Winter Games in Italy. There are highs, lows, and stones thrown. Plus, lots of talk about why Patrick won't be going to an Olympics in the near future. The Brothers rambled on about skiing, curling, hockey, and figure skating. Plus, they talk about how to improve America's game, football. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Rate, review, comment, and subscribe. Be decent to one person.

Why you hurt me, Michael? Going to keep the show description short and sweet. Brother Ben remembers his sister-in-law, Marlo, at the top of the show. She passes away way too young and the family is picking up the pieces. Never easy losing a sibling but people have been great supporting the family. Brother Patrick transitions to remembering Robert Duvall. The boys go through this filmography and share favorite flicks with Bobby D. The second half of the show is all about F1 and Marty Supreme. And if we're being honest, a lot of Sinners. Anyone else thinking Ryan Coogler might have a really good Academy Awards? Be decent to people. Volunteer. Donate money to good causes. Fight fascism. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Here's the link to Marlo's obit: https://starksfuneral.com/obituary/marlo-elizabeth-norris/

Happy Valentine's Day from the Brothers Raskin. Big show, big time, big fun. Super Bowl recap. Bad Bunny is a Good Bunny. Ed Harris and Gene Hackman can drink a gallon of coffee apiece. Drake Maye had a bad shoulder. Raising Arizona. Stop stealing grandparents. Subscribe. Like. Review. Share. Be a mensch, tell a friend.

Alvin! Simon! Theodore! The Brothers Raskin dive into a wild mix of family lore and cultural chaos, from surviving "the most dangerous house in the family" to debating baccarat strategy and the novel‑turned‑film Ballad of a Small Player. They bounce from James Talarico shout‑outs to Twins‑hat fashion choices to an unexpectedly deep riff on Alvin and the Chipmunks. Super Bowl 60 takes center stage as the brothers lock in their predictions with equal parts confidence and profanity. And in true Raskin fashion, they close by weighing Bad Bunny vs. Kid Rock and wondering just how bad ICE can get. Subscribe, like, review, or just make some noise for the Brothers. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Learn how to play baccarat with the squirrels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1smDi9Xjcg  

Brother Patrick's on assignment, but Brother Ben's not flying solo. This week on The Brothers Raskin, Ben welcomes two all-star guests: his sister Tee Raskin and his wife Erin. Ben and Tee rewind to their high school hijinks—stealing Mom's car, decorating a Rose Bowl float for the Kiwanis, and road-tripping across the desert to Tempe, Arizona to see the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Bonus: Pearl Jam opened for Nirvana. Double bonus: typewriter talk. Did they get busted? Tune in to find out. Be a mensch—rate, review, and tell a friend. Brother Patrick returns next week.  

Ben and Patrick dive into the wonderfully chaotic world of actors‑turned‑musicians, celebrating the brave souls who swapped call sheets for chord charts. They bounce between legends, curiosities, and "wait… they recorded an album?" surprises with the enthusiasm of two brothers discovering a forgotten box of CDs in the garage. By the end, they've built a joyful mixtape of Hollywood's most unexpected musical detours, all delivered with their signature sibling banter and good‑natured disbelief. Be cool to each other. Donate to charities and get some exercise.

Defending James Cameron? If the Brothers Raskin don't do it, then who will? Hollywood Reporter—you're on notice. Keep up this hacking reporting and you'll end up being a guest on our show. Brother Ben kicks off the lovefest with a detailed chat about health insurance and why you need an MBA from University of Utah to pay for serves. Brother Patrick channels his crew of Bernie Bros and comes to his rescue. They pivot towards Fender Jaguars, Tesla's Love Song, and how to read tablature. SPOILER: It's one of those episodes. The Brothers jump on the Golden Globes, rundown the coulda-woulda-shouldas, and end with a hilarious conversation about the movie, Hamnet. Nothing short of a laugh-a-minute. Help the guys out with a review, rating, and subscription. Be a mensch and tell a friend.

Mortimer! Stanley! Clarke! Get in the car—we got to get to your shallow grave. Brothers Ben and Patrick are back in fine form and they're talking out of both sides of their mouths. #gross This action packed edition of TBR includes Venezuela, Greenland, Maduro, Moby Dick, #chowder, Avatar 3, James Cameron, Fender Jaguars, the Omelet House in Las Vegas, and just a dusting of the NFL. Ben talks a lot about Marty Supreme and how Timmy is making this an Oscar race for the ages. After the break, Patrick breaks down Bugonia and why Jesse Plemons is a rock hard stud. Emma Stone is really good in everything she does and Bugonia is no different. The last 1/3 of the show is filled with #spoilers. Nothing to plug. Be cool to people. Reach out to Ben or Patrick with complaints. Have a great week.

Happy New Years from the Brothers Raskin! Welcome to 2026 and it's going to be a doozey. Brothers Ben and Patrick are reunited after a wonderful Christmas break and they're back to their old shenanigans. Patrick starts the show off with stories of hurling from years past while Ben tells a naughty story from Southern California. Both are guaranteed to make you cringe. The Brothers send their best to you and yours. Hopefully you had a safe holiday season and are now ready to take 2026 by the short and curlies. Brother Ben is pretty excited about a new year. Check out Ray Tech's website and buy something.

Merry Christmas. In this holiday episode, my brother and cohost, Brother Patrick, joins me as I share the ten events that shaped my year. It's a simple, reflective rundown meant for him, for me, and for anyone who wants to look back with us. Be good to each other. Take time to listen to one another. It's the last episode of 2025 and we're going to want to work together to make 2026 just a little bit better. Be a mensch and tell a friend.

https://goldenglobes.com/nominations/2026 RIP Rob and Michele Reiner Be cool to each other. #BrothersRaskin

Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas from the Brothers Raskin. Brother Patrick was away being naughty when special guest, and friend of the show, Erin Norris stepped in to fill his very pointy shoes. Erin is a cinephile and lover of the silly season, making her the perfect guest to select a Mt. Rushmore of Christmas movies. From the absurd to the sublime and all points in-between, Erin selects her top four Xmas movies from a massive list of 25. It's a three Egg Nog Alert kinda show and you're not going to want to miss it. Help out animals in need this winter at Best Friends. We know you have extra cash. Give it to help scared dogs and cats. It's a good thing. You know it, the Brothers Raskin know it. Just do it. Christmas is two weeks away. Make the very most of it. Be very kind to others and enjoy time with your friends and family. Brothers Ben and Patrick will be back next week. Mazel Toz.

The Brothers Raskin Podcast, presented by Texaco. Fun show. Lots of laughs. Chatting about the American Revolution, "Ambulance," Gerald Butler, Nicholas Cage, "One Battle After Another,' and why we ain't talking about "Eddington." No fundraising. Just listen for free. Give the Brothers a review. Obviously 5-Stars. Be cool to each other. Enjoy ever sandwich.

Happy Thanksgiving! Be cool to each other and enjoy the holiday season. --Brothers Ben and Patrick

Oops! Ain't quite Turkey Day. That's Brother Ben's fault. Great show. Talking fundraisers, knee surgeries, new gigs, hard songs to sing and the new show, Pluribus. Brother Patrick channels Everlast and it's a wrap. Check out Ben's new app, NxtDsk. Download it for free at https://nxtdsk.com/ Lane Stanley was a beast. 

Hey Gang! No fancy editing this week. Just a podcast. Listen. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Love, Ben and Patrick

Goldblum! Chiles! Kennedy! Revenge of the Total Knee Replacement. Brother Ben is hopefully on the mend after getting his knee swapped out for a new one. To avoid the "opioid" outburst, the Brothers wisely prerecorded this episode on 13 October. Brother Patrick is in fine form yammering about Return of the Living Dead, The Fly, and Creepshow 2. The Brothers do a deep dive into Monty Python's Meaning of Life, rank some Starr Wars, and place Kyrie Irving on blast. Also, if you ever wanted to buy a frog, they know a guy. Donate: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Thinking of getting married? Check out Ben's side hustle: https://www.juniperflatsministry.com/ Email Benny at [email protected]

Frank! Collette! Vaugn! Brother Ben should still (we're confident but not positive) be recovering from knee surgery on 30 October. To avoid another pain pill rage show, the Brothers Raskin recorded this sucker on 29 September. Therefore, if the world went to hell in a handbag, they didn't know at the time. Brother Patrick explains the difference between a Hendrix song versus an SRV tune. He goes deep into Dylan and figures out who is a Wilbury. Ben shares a hot take on Anne Frank, chats about novelty bands, and makes a bold prediction about the president (the orange one). Boones offers a Halloween movie for your consideration and encourages you to donate to the Beacon Heights Elementary fundraiser. Donate: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Thinking of getting married? Check out Ben's side hustle: https://www.juniperflatsministry.com/ Email Benny at [email protected]

Femur! Tibia! Patella! Solo podcast with Brother Ben rambling on about his upcoming surgery. Ben is going under the knife and coming out with a titanium twist. He discusses previous procedures, Aunt Dee's memorial service, and his new business venture, Juniper Flats Ministry. With a goal of limping through the Turkey Trot in November, he's got the gusto to survive his second surgery this year. Bonus: Learn how much a new knee actually costs. Get a haircut at Eves and Sons with Jason: https://www.evesandsonsbarbers.com/ Donate to Beacon Heights Elementary: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Thinking of getting married: https://www.juniperflatsministry.com/

Paul! Thomas! Anderson! The Brothers Raskin are pleased as punch to have Erin Norris join the show. Social worker and local do-gooder, Erin loves hiking, dogs, and Benicio Del Toro—making her the perfect guest to talk about PTA's newest movie, One Battle After Another. Brother Ben and Erin chat about PTA's work, seeing There Will Be Blood, and why Sean Penn is America's best actor. It's a fun conversation about movies, losing Sundance, and visiting Italy. Best of all, Erin is able to confirm Ben's top celebrity encounters. Leave a comment and let us know what you think of the show. We'll make sure to have her back soon. Donate to Beacon Heights Elementary: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Advertise with The Brothers Raskin: [email protected] Getting married? www.juniperflatsministry.com

Glen! Coco! Ford! The Brothers Raskin added a sibling this week. Medical doctor and open water swimmer, Tee Raskin, joins the show for a Ohana Music Festival recap. Tee and her clan descended into the darkest parts of Orange County for three days of decadence. While surfers surfed the Pacific Ocean right outside the festival gates, Tee and company crowd surfed to Green Day, Cage the Elephant, and Leon Bridges. Best of all, her kid met a big celebrity. It's a pretty good tale. Donate: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Thinking of getting married? Check out Ben's side hustle: https://www.juniperflatsministry.com/ Email Benny at [email protected]

Pharcyde! Ripley! Farrell! Happy Birthday to Brother Patrick! He hit the milestone, 45, and does a fair impersonation of #45 as well. The Brothers get together to hash out the season finale of Alien: Earth. Yes, they hear you loud and clear—you get one more episode and you have to move on from here. They think you'll like the needle drop conversation. But before the criticism, comes the fun. Technical issues lets Patrick cook before they discuss David Lynch, Alex Jones, and going to the movies at the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino. They also share their favorite Lolallapooza stories and how incredible hip hop was in 1994. Speaking of taking a gamble, help out the show by helping out some kids at Beacon Heights Elementary. Donate: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Thinking of getting married? Check out Ben's side hustle: https://www.juniperflatsministry.com/ Email Benny at [email protected]

Kent! Kimmel! Levi! Freedom of speech is important. It's the defining characteristic of being an American, enshrined in the First Amendment. Censorship is horrid and not speaking up against others' right to free speech is to act complicit. This week's show is a bit dated. The Brothers Raskin recorded this podcast on 21 September 2025 before knowing Jimmy Kimmel is coming back to his late show. Brother Ben would like to watch it live but KUTV, owned by Sinclair, are collosal chickenshit cowards. He'll have to watch it on YouTube instead after boycotting channel 2. Sorry, Mark Koelbel. It's important to support a good fight, you spineless drones. Speaking of good fights, help out the Beacon Heights Elementary School fundraiser: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Want to get married? Check out Ben's side project: https://www.juniperflatsministry.com/ Email Ben at [email protected] for whatever.

The Brothers Raskin pay tribute to the legendary Robert Redford—actor, director, and Utah icon—before diving deep into the gritty, underrated film Weapons. It's a cinematic conversation that blends nostalgia, analysis, and a few laughs. 🎧 Listen, laugh, and learn something new about Redford's legacy and the storytelling power of Weapons. 💛 Support Beacon Heights Elementary: Donate here 📢 Advertise with The Brothers Raskin: [email protected] 💍 Getting married? Visit Juniper Flats Ministry If you liked this episode, leave us a review, share it with a film-loving friend, or send us your favorite Redford moment. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and follow us on Instagram @BennyRaskin.  

RFK! Offerman! Randy! It's official. The Brothers Raskin have reached their three year anniversary. That's 156 consecutive weeks of Brothers Ben and Patrick yammering on and on and on about nothing that important. It's takes a grinder to go the distance and these two have all the fixings for another 156 shows. Ben kicks things off chatting about his recent flu shot and how new safety concerns at the CDC motivated him to get it while he can. Patrick runs down his medical history and it ain't good. There's a dusting of Steve Vai talk and words of encouragement for friend of the show, Gwyn Fisher, as he prepares to tackle the Goat Rambler 100. (22:30) The Brothers breakdown episodes 4 & 5 of Alien Earth. All spoilers. Want to be surprised? Better skip ahead. "Observation" is the equivalent of eating your vegetables—good for you but not what you want. Thank God for "In Space, No One." Hands down the best episode of the season. This episode is your red velvet cake and some. (1:04:20) Ben lists his favorite single episodes of television. To the loyal listeners, this are not the best episodes of TV, just his favorites. Patrick, like wood putty, fills in the holes. Donate to Beacon Heights Elementary fundraiser:  https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Leave a nice review for the fellas on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. West Wing, "Two Cathedrals": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiFz6JrIuio Get a flu shot.  

Vai! Corgan! Swift! The Brothers Raskin send out big props to Sister Tee for her amazing swim. She went from Alcatraz to San Francisco and has the hardware to prove it. Congrats to T-Swift and Travis Kelce. Seriously, does anyone have a better life than Brother Jason? Brother Ben recommends the Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan. He interviews Steve Vai and it's fantastic. SPOILER: There's a lot of bee talk. The Boys go into detail about Deadpool v. Wolverine and Weapons. No spoilers on Weapons but you better see it soon because it's one of the best of the year. Finally, Brother Patrick walks us through Predator: Killer of Killers. Donate to the Beacon Heights Elementary School fundraiser: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/steve-vai-the-magnificent-others-with-billy-corgan/id1793783665?i=1000721822355 Weapons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpThntO9ixc You can find the Kece Brothers podcast on your own.

Hermit! Jackson! Wendy! Head to Never Neverland with the Brothers Raskin as they go all in on Alien Earth. Brother Ben finally got Hulu and he hasn't looked back. The Boys explore the newest entry into the Alien franchise with Noah Hawley at the helm. He's the fella you did Fargo and you know we loved that show. Brother Patrick explores the significance of baseball, the French Revolution, pulse rifles, New Siam, and every other element from the first three episodes of the show. The Brothers breakdown the timeline of this incarnation, what is a cyborg, and where do eggs come from. SPOILER: This episode is just one big spoiler. They need the numbers but you should probably watch the show before tuning in. Donate to the fundraiser, Beacon Heights Elementary. Here's the link: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary

Heathers! Rushmore! Carrie! It's only 111-degrees in Las Vegas and that means only one things—it's back to school! Brother Patrick declares class is in session with this all high school/college/post-graduate podcast focused on our favorite subject, school. Yep, you read that right, it's all about the best school movies of the last 50 years. Patrick has a doozy of a theory and you'll be lectured for an hour on it. Brother Ben talks Dazed and Confused and why it's more of a Gen X flick than a 70s movie. They run through the John Hughes catalog, battle on The Faculty, and only have one technical issue. For their money, one of the better podcasts. Plus, they go all out for one Michael Anthony Hall. Donate to Kids Eat to support Beacon Heights: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary

Coit! Gilbert! Capone! Brother Patrick is on assignment and Brother Ben is flying solo. Ben went on vacation to San Francisco and toured the city like Scott Ferguson from Vertigo. It was an incredible couple of days by the Bay filled with unbelievable meals, remarkablel landmarks, and watching some baseball in the fifth best park in MLB. Here are the links to the show: Donate to Kids Eat to support Beacon Heights: https://usanakidseat.givecloud.co/fundraisers/beacon-heights-elementary Check out Boulevard: https://www.boulevardrestaurant.com/ Watch Hangar 18: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080836/ Patrick will be back next week.