The BJ Show

Grab your leather jacket, dim the lights, and join the happy couple as they delve into the thrilling, stylish, and criminally sensual world of the Wachowskis’ debut cult classic, Bound (1996), starring Gina Gershon and Jennifer Tilly. Think you know queer drama? You don’t know sh*t. Additional audio editing and autotuning by Jeff Ueck.

Pencils down! This week, the happy couple is joined by extra-special guest (and fellow educator) Miranda for a lively chat about the lessons learned along their scholastic journeys and the state of the American education system. Find out who gets top marks on an all-episode of The BJ Show!

Get ready to turn up the volume! This week, the happy couple dives headfirst into the pulsing, neon-lit world of electronic music with a very special guest. Whether you’re a raver, a remixer, or just someone who likes to nod along to the beat, this episode hits harder than a Saturday night bass drop.

This week, the happy couple celebrates Bill's most recent journey around the sun with a hilarious discussion about birthdays. Find out who takes the cake on this special edition of The BJ Show!

In this hypoallergenic episode of The BJ Show, the happy couple takes a trip down memory lane to revisit all the wonderful, cuddly creatures that helped shape their lives. From demonic cats to tap-dancing hamsters, these good boys unleash some tall “tails” that will bring out the animal lover in everyone.

Get ready to scroll, laugh, and possibly question your life choices, because this week on The BJ Show, Bill dives into the wild, weird, and wonderfully addictive world of TikTok! Joining him are editor friends Jeff and Sam, whose algorithm seems to swing between DIY disasters, conspiracy theories, and an alarming number of dance challenges.Together, these funny friends unpack the magic (and madness) of TikTok trends, confess their secret obsessions, and debate whether TikTok is a creative wonderland or a black hole of productivity. Expect plenty of laughs, some heavy roasting, and maybe even some light ASMR. Plug in, scroll up, and prepare for a #viral blend of chaos and charm, BJ-style!Additional audio editing by Jeff Ueck.

Hold onto your wigs, hennies! This episode of The BJ Show is serving charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and podcast realness! 💅In a sickening twist, Joe is flying solo this week and diving heels-first into the dazzling world of RuPaul’s Drag Race. But wait…it's still a family affair! Special guests Sarah (Joe’s drag-savvy cousin) and her fabulous husband Doug sashay into the studio to spill the sequined tea on their favorite queens, iconic lip-syncs, and all the shade that makes the Drag Race universe so gag-worthy.From Trixie to Sasha to “Snatch Game”, this episode has glitter, giggles, and gay gasps galore. Whether you’re a seasoned drag stan or a curious newbie, this episode is a kiki you won’t want to miss. ✨Additional audio editing by Jeff Ueck.

Punk rock never dies, and the happy couple is back with fellow attendees Caitlin and Shawn to debrief this year's Riot Fest! Did last week's predictions come true? Find out who started late, who stole the show, and who made Bill cry on this riotous new episode of The BJ Show. Additional audio editing by Jeff Ueck.

ROCK ON!! Fresh from this year's Riot Fest, the happy couple welcomes special guest Shawn to the pod to discuss the best fest in the west! The boys talk Chicago, punk music, and the iconic performances that shaped their lives.Additional audio editing by Jeff Ueck.

This week, the happy couple takes on one of their favorite topics with one of their favorite special guests - Caitlin!! Put down your hash pipe and zip up your sweater - it's Weezer time!Additional audio editing by Jeff Ueck.

The happy couple ventures out of the studio this week for a chat with a very special guest at a very special bookshop. Crack that spine and finger those pages - it's time for a BJ Show book talk!Recorded on location at Maze Books (Rockford, Illinois)https://www.maze-books.com/Thanks to Jeff Ueck for help with the audio edit on this episode.

The happy couple is ready for vacation and sharing their hot takes on the hottest season of the year. From the festival to the fishing boat, it's gonna be one helluva trip!

Orders up! The happy couple is serving a heaping helping of recommendations this week with a look back at some memorable gastronomic delights. Tip your server and stack your dishes, cuz we're coming in HOT!

Break's over! The happy couple is putting in overtime this week with a deep dive into their colorful employment histories. Polish your CVs and submit your references, cuz it's time for work.

It's Joe's birthday, and the happy couple is celebrating with a chat about a subject near and dear to his heart. Find your seats and your opera glasses, 'cuz the fat lady is about to sing.

Well, jiggle my joystick! The happy couple is back in the game this week for a 16-bit of a walk down memory lane with one of our favorite guests.

the happy godd@mn couple is BACK and riding the high of their most recent celebrity encounter! grab your f*cking controller and PRESS START to join their deep dive into the dirty details of Japanese game cabinets, ßull$hit photo op queues, and nerdy body odor.

the happy couple are joined by their friends Dan, Sammie, Phil and Nate of The Difference Podcast to discuss the pluses and minuses of the advent of artificial intelligence.

the happy couple discusses (and digests) Chipotle - the scrappy, quasi-Mexican fast food chain everyone hates to love. antacids not included.

the happy couple invites fellow concertgoer caitlin to discuss the passion and pain that comes with the hobby of attending concerts and music festivals.

the happy couple invites their friend ryan to discuss the wonder that was david lynch, discussing his various films, music endeavors and various pieces of art he created over his magical time in this earth. RIP david.

the happy couple discusses their various living situations throughout their lives, before inevitably getting a home together. keep this frequency clear link: https://youtu.be/9uScpEtRyqk?si=lRW6ARirW34oWGBd

the happy couple welcomes back extra special guest Caitlin once again for a spooktacular follow-up to their last conversation about Damien Leone's "Terrifier" franchise.SPOILER ALERT: this episode contains spoilers of the films from the "Terrifier" franchise.

the happy couple welcomes back special guest caitlin after a spooktacular screening to discuss damien leone’s “terrifier” franchise. SPOILER ALERT: this episode contains spoilers of 2016’s “terrifier” and 2022’s “terrifier 2”.

the happy couple invites caitlin to discuss the heaven that was the store Media Play. they discuss happy memories of the store, the importance of physical media, and give a brief history of the Musicland group.*BONUS* - bill includes his BJ show edit of his song “rewind the f***ing videotape”.

as a late christmas gift, bill and joe discuss the MPA(A). rated pg for adult content.

the happy couple invite miranda and derek back to talk about the wonder that is the chicago cubs. (sorry this took so long)

the happy couple invites their friends derek and miranda onto the show to discuss attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and its multiple forms, with very loud results.

the happy couple invites their wrestling aficionado friend ron to the show to talk about vince mcmahon, the undertaker, the rock, stone cold steve austin, goldust, and many more exciting ventures of the saga that is WWE (formerly WWF).

the happy couple discusses the career and beautiful mind of music icon Trent Reznor (Nine Inch Nails, How to Destroy Angels), and his recent work on film and television scores. (Bill makes mistakes during his excitement while speaking. He wants it to be known that “Eric de la Rosa” is actually named “Eric de la Cruz”. Bill is very sorry for that mistake.)

the happy couple discusses why they got married and sets the tone for the show.