The Ludkast

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The Ludkast

Matt Ludke is joined by his lifelong friend and co-host Jesse Tiffin in a continuing discussion about life and art, and things and such. Mix in some satire and inappropriate humor, and you have a tonic for the soul. A deep, cleansing sigh for the spirit within you...

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    Episode 351 - Eating The Heart Of The Moose

    Cultural differences surrounding bathroom etiquette. Bob Weir has played his final Saturday Night. Governor Senator pops in for a brief visit. Where do Spirit Babies come from? MTV takes it's final bow. It seems that video did kill the radio star...

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    Episode 349 - Pre-Christmas Cornucopia!

    So many things, so little time!

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    Episode 348 - A Few Words About Etymology

    Etymology is the study of word origins. Though we never really get to it in this episode, the subject is truly fascinating.

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    Episode 345 - Going Berserk For The Substance!

    Spoiler alert: If you need spoiler alerts, you are lame! We discuss the artistic merits of the 2024 film The Substance, among other things.

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    Episode 344 - Mystery Lady Dedications

    Gary "Alcohola" Busey wants you to know that he wants some buttered sausages!! He also wants you to listen to some romantic song dedications for your after work drive time on any Friday night. Could it be that he's the Maui Bedroom Creep? Stay tuned to find out!

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    Episode 343 - A Tribute to John Osborne and Terry Bollea

    We recently lost Ozzy Osborne and Hulk Hogan. They were cultural touchstones, but could they play the lap steel? I think not!

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    Episode 342 - Dumpster F*ckin' Behind the 27 Club

    Remember that show from back in the day? Before the internet? Late night Sundays on the very last cable channel? The one where unhoused people fought over scraps... with sexy results? Yeah! That one! We're digging up the dirty past on this episode, so buckle up!

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    Episode 340 - Weaponized Incompetence

    Have we conflated our needs and our wants? How do we get clarity once again? What are the Politics of Incompetence? Children pay the true cost of "fame". The Legend of Crocco! British Imperialism at it's finest!

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    Episode 338 - Shart Tank!

    After a lengthy hiatus, we have returned to rend asunder all who would oppose us!!

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    Episode 337 - Sign of the Times

    Troubles... tribulations... are the End Times finally upon us? Is the Diddy List the new Epstein List? Oh Ashton, not you too!? Is playing the bass for you? Let's find out! Endless noodling ensues...

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    Episode 336 - Loss-Leader Worship is the New Pandemic

    What does it mean to be "Fergilicious"? Should we keep going with robots and AI? Most would say its inevitable, but we disagree. The very dark possible downsides are horrifying. So let's discuss them in graphic detail! What does it take to be "The Actor" of any given generation? And did River Phoenix have "It"? Who in the hell is running this country? WE ARE THE ROBOTS!!

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    Episode 335 - Glory Be! Mudstuffins Saves The Day!

    Tatanka and Shingus Dong hold a powow about all things Roundeye/White Devil. The harrowing tale of how Detective Mudstuffins foiled a would-be assassin! Oh Mudstuffins, how can you be brave, and yet so stupid and lazy at the same time?

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    Episode 334 - A Different Kind of Word Salad

    What's up with Hollow Earth? Does a new generation of Throbbits live there? Shingus Dong delivers his thousandth warning.

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    Episode 333 - Digitus Impudicus

    Pluck yew! The sordid story of the origin of the One Finger Salute. Let's get political! Everyone loves politics, for it always brings people together! The former and future president was shot in the ear. Let's discuss, shall we? Hurray!

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    Episode 332 - The Tennessee Guidescones

    How insane can a person get? This is the story of Dr. Monkeybone. He channels a superior extraterrestrial being that tells him where to put his vast fortune. Perfectly normal, don't you think? Who are the wealthiest athletes in the world, and why should we care? Nefarious origins of Catholic churches.

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    Episode 331 - Analog Clouds

    Have you heard about the Patriot Prepper Paxkage Plan? No? And you call yourself a Patriot!? Ridiculous, I say!! Speculations on life after the Apocalypse. Another awkward conversation between Kid and Mr. Johnson. Burt Goldman's Quantum Jumping! First head transplant using robotics and AI.

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    Episode 330 - Diddy Didn't, Diddy?

    Oh Diddy, you're so fine, you're so fine it blows my mind! Hey Diddy! Hey Diddy!

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    Episode 329 - Lionel Richie Has Some 'Splaining To Do

    Have you read the lyrics to Running With The Night? Can you please explain what they actually mean?

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    Episode 328 - A Soup of Plasma And Bones

    Clean your gutters! Overcoming psychological barriers, new and old. Why is work so fun? They should have just called it fun, instead.

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    Episode 327 - The Valleymind Multiverse!

    Wherein we discuss recession-proof careers in mind manipulation, as well as the "God of Spinoza".

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    Episode 326 - Bobby's Birdsong

    Let's begin with a dissection of Enter Sandman. We talk with Bobby Keneddy, Jr. about his life and motivations to ascend the ranks of American politics. The latest, greatest Diddy update! Why is Lucifer not mentioned in the Bible?

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    Episode 324 - Dire Eclipse Warning!

    Hide yourself! Quickly! The Schumann Resonance is upon us! Diddy's house was raided! Oh noooo! When country boys catch feelings... Do NOT mess with K & D. I'm not having it!! Former junkie musicians, bridge collapses... What won't we talk about on this podcast? How to survive with meerkats.meerkat. Hiru Inoda fought a ghost war for thirty years after WWII was over. Imagine that... We love Kraftwerk!!

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    Episode 323 - Baño Explosivo, MI Amigo!

    Fishy river tales are a thing, no? Recollections lead to the Mandela effect. Forced advertising is extremely effective. If you want to turn consumers off, that is. Mexico City is on the verge of having no water. At all. Poor city planning causes disasters.

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    Episode 321 - Primal Meat

    Wielding political power is like a dog pound. Just ask the Pounding Fathers! What exactly is time, anyway?

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    Episode 320 - Lazy Eye of the Forest

    Stop making fun of Forrest Whitaker! Also, don't drink Michael Jackson juice. So much for birthday specials... 🎂

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    Episode 319 - Things We Said When The Veil Was Thinnest

    Wherein we lend a critical ear, as well as eye, to that seminal 80s track by Artists Against Apartheid, "Sun City". Oh, Little Steven, where were your Disciples of Soul when you needed them? Further discussions of the ghosts of apartheid and the horrifying repercussions of racial division are also had.

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    Episode 318 - Lairdy Hardgay

    Sit back for a bizarre tale that only the Brave New World could bring you. The story of an indeterminate person who only wanted to own a castle and fulfill a fantasy to live as a princess... and the repercussions of that desire.

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    Episode 317 - I'm Not No Limburger

    Who are the Semites, and what does it mean to be Anti-Semitic? Why do people dehumanize each other to make hate tolerable? The Black Bible Chronicles Hour is happening, like it or not! Inflation... am i right? We love the B-52s!

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    Episode 316 - Separating The Wheat From The Chaff

    Things and stuff leads to questions of "Why?". Jesse reads a chapter from The Last President. How do people end up in a standoff, and subsequent violent suicide, with the police??

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    Episode 315 - Happy News!

    What is the state of the immigration problem in the US today? And how does it lead to abject nihilism? Keep your chin up, and stop exposing yourself to others' cynical, defeatist messaging!

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    Episode 314 - Tatanka's Last Stand

    Is AI a actually considered a "labor-saving" device? Woe unto the Lobbyists! Wretched secrets of the Royal family! What is the Royal family's last name, for God's sake!? Tatnka reveals the sadness of his people. What is a "prairie bussy"?

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    Episode 311 - Yuletide Greetings

    Are Hot Pockets really cold? What's up with Jim Gaffigan? What's the matter with this wworld?The dark side of Santa's world, as well as the story of The Night Santa Got Hammered And Fu%ked Up Christmas, a heartwarming tale for the whole family to enjoy.

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    Episode 310 - Glandular Scenting

    Tensions run high at year's end. What is the true origin story of Santa Claus? Is it merely coincidence that the seven secret ways to become and maintain elite status mirrors the seven deadly sins? Join us and find out!!

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    Episode 309 - The Nutcracker, Sweet!

    When you die, you have your chance to be Santa Christmas traditions are explored. The 'Paul is dead' theory is debunked. Make my funk the P-funk! I wants to get funked up! Have a Merry Christmastime!

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    Episode 308 - The Last President: From Baron Trump To Hans Trapp

    Wherein we delve into the actual origins of the one and only St. Nicholas.

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    Episode 307 - Gravy Trains At The Old Folks Home

    A funky adventure awaits you, dear Listener. The Old Folks Petting Zoo is always a bummer trip. What goes on there while the rest of the family enjoys life? Why do some Americans want Communism so badly? Just why?

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    Episode 306 - The Truest Truth

    Let's take a closer look at the life and times of Brigham Younger, a nasty little man who would influence the lives of thousands to come after him. Discussions are had regarding the upbringing of Johann Strauss, Jr.

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    Episode 305 - Uncle Billy's Captain Jack

    What factors rule the life of an Aquarian? Why do some many people revere the Billy Joel song "Captain Jack"? Is he really a genius?

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Matt Ludke is joined by his lifelong friend and co-host Jesse Tiffin in a continuing discussion about life and art, and things and such. Mix in some satire and inappropriate humor, and you have a tonic for the soul. A deep, cleansing sigh for the spirit within you...

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