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Episode 182: Road Trip
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Since Mark is recovering from his knee replacement, we took the show on the road (to his house). The audio is seriously iffy--thanks for your understanding. We know what caused it and it will be fixed! Also--the wives join us!
Mark's knee replacementNurse RatchetThe bump in the nightThe knee fairy?Our temporary set upMark's class reunionDixie from EmergencyHi Karen!YokoNewt's--They do takeout too!MarkGPTLaugh riotSongs of the Week:Superstar--The CarpentersSign of the Times--Harry StylesNicole--Point BlankKilling the Blues--Robert Plant and Alison KraussBob Dole grip#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Episode 181: Ski-U-Meh
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We don't talk about the Gophers the whole time, Jim just liked that title so much... This is a sports-heavy episode, though. It moves along rather nicely for us.
Medical Minute'MericaMark reviews Cygnus X-1Wax on whacks offMaybe just leave the Band-Aid onNewt's--it'll be moistGet well soon, Ellie (Jim's mom)the Whimpy DietTale of two QB'sBig props, Brian FloresHead Coach bona fidesThey don't fire the playersYou can't spit in hereMark and PJ sitting in a tree...Ski-U-MehFrogtownFootball color guysSongs of the Week:Allison--Elvis CostelloPump it Up--Elvis Costello & the AttractionsCan I get some mo...Episode 180: Your Wife's Class Reunion
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We are joined by Jim's wife, Kris who had quite a week. Between her exotic train trip to Milwaukee (jealous?) and her class reunion, we're just glad she found time to hang out with us.
Mark's Japanese beer reviewShoutout Linda--our loyal Milwaukee listener!Train travel recapThere'll be no smokin' on the busThe Amish--what's their deal?Errors & OmmissionsCondoleezza RiceThe Class Reunion...Mark's body doubleSongs of the WeekKeep on Lovin' You -- REO SpeedwagonReady For Love -- The Mick Ralphs versionZugzegk -- Angine de PoitrineShatner does metalProm storiesShe ended up leaving with Jim (happily e...Episode 179: Serious About Comedy
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We are joined by our mystery guest one more time. It's the second recording of the night and our guy Maverick is loosened up and ready to rip! Even so, this is a surprisingly insightful hang--but fun as hell.
Duct tape and regretJamie Foxx roasts a dudeJohn Marshall HSPlan A was comedyOpen mikeI'm the dadComedy talkMark's the straight manGay 90'sGolf recapNewts Apple Pie Shake--get itHow to eat a bananaFruits n VegHydrateSongs of the Week:Melissa--The Allman BrothersFigure it Out--Royal BloodSince You Been Gone--Rainbow#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Episode 178: 9/11 Never Forget
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Not really a knee slapper, but talking about what's on most people's minds 25 years later.
Shoutout Reilly with the hairShoutout our guy Kent and his dateStep 1: Go to Newt's. Step 2: Get the Cuban.Remembering 9/1125 years later much has changedFirst respondersVeterans in powerWill we ever be united again?2001--a look backLunatic fringeApologies to the Corvette ClubStill the best country in the worldSongs of the WeekAll These Things That I've Done--The KillersSilver Dollar--April Wine#NewtsAppleValley
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The Killers - All These Things That I've Done (Official Music Video)
Episode 177: The Mystery Guest Returns
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Always good to have the Mystery Guest stop by for a round of golf, some tasty eats and some quality conversation. Don't forget to check out the links at the bottom with Songs of the Week.
Call me MaverickGolf recapNewt's guest reviewerErrors & OmmishhhDon't hate our Dolly7 BrewKrispy KremeBad move Buc-ee'sNerd stuffK-MartYard kidsVikingsSong of the WeekJoker and the Thief--WolfmotherTravelin' Man--Bob SegerSteady as She Goes--The RaconteursIt Might Get Loud#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Wolfmother - Joker and the Thief
Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band T...
Episode 176: Dolly Parton
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We lost a legend in Dolly Parton. We try to honor her contributions to society--the Ascertainer's way.
Artificial StupidityNewt's--Undefeated NachosLunar EclipseColin Bales Benefit FundBela Karolyi factsJohn Paul Jones--not a good dudeOne False MoveChristopher Nolan MoviesThey Call Me GazMarv AlbertFrank BeardMoon landing?RIP Dolly Parton and Tim CurryOnly in AmericaShame on you Barbara WaltersTrue givingSongs of the WeekIt's All Wrong But It's Alright--Dolly PartonMercy Mercy Mercy--Cannonball Adderley #NewtsAppleValleyMNColinBalesBenefitFundDOLLY PARTON :: It's All Wrong But It's All Right
Cannonball Adderley - Mercy Mercy Mercy, Walk Tall. Wi...
Episode 175: Pescatarian No More
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Covered a lot of ground on this topic-free episode. Hard to give it a title (as the title would indicate). Couple of laughs to be had. Enjoy.
Paul McCartney MilesMark with the books againMad MagazineTrent TuckerNewt's is always the correct choiceBlues BrothersPescatarian no moreHurdle talkSongs of the Week:Flyin' High--Ca$ualThe Midnight Special--Andy GriffithGolf--Mark good, Jim badTony RomoJack T and his wry smileElection JudgeLeper colonyThe mini vanCan't drop the dime thingGreen stampsApache PlazaGrease vs West Side Story#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Episode 174: Colin Bales Benefit Fund
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If you here to learn about the Colin Bales Benefit Fund, it starts at around 27:30 minutes in. While we'd love you to listen to the whole thing, we get it--it's not for everybody.
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Episode 173: Ascertainer Lung
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We have a return appearance from one of our favorite guests, Lance from the Think Drink Disney podcast. Jim's wife is also in the mix for a festive chat.
TDD on hiatus?Lance History 101Shoutout ZerorezNewt's--Try the CubanoTaste the hopelessnessBidet TalkBig FossilShoutout neighbor kidSongs of the WeekAnother Girl, Another Planet--The ReplacementsThe Great Pretender--Dominic FikeBaby--Robert Bradley's Blackwater SurpriseWondering Why--Red Clay StraysNot Eisenhower?Lady Liberty--or is it?Bela KaroyliGordon Bombay#NewtsAppleValleyMN
Another Girl, Another Planet (Live)
GREAT PRETENDER - YouTube
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Episode 172: Greatest Athletes
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An episode with a topic--what a concept. We get interrupted by a neighborhood house fire too. Go to Newt's!
Fox Force FiveShoutout our guy Kent (who also eats at Newt's)The HawkSongs of the WeekYou Got to Lose--The Black KeysMarathon--RushGreatest AthletesJim ThorpeSebastian SaweBud GrantDeion Sanders/Bo JacksonMicael JordanMohammad AliJohn Curtis (The Loneliest Runner)John Daly#NewtsAppleValleyMN
The Black Keys - You Got To Lose (Official Music Video) - YouTube
Rush - "Marathon" Live Birmingham 1988 (Show Of Hands) - 2025 UHD Remaster
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Episode 171: Cleanup in Aisle 5
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Decided to tape two in one night and save the topic one for the second episode. This is the first. Hope you like crap (note that I used lowercase c for crap. If it was pretty bad, I would have spelled Crap. If it was terrible, I would use CRAP). So, it's not that bad.
Shoutout to Newt'sThe CubanoHorse racing tripCheez it's and SpamSong of the WeekI Know a Little--Lynyrd SkynyrdSeasons of Wither--AerosmithMarcus Welby's little brotherCrazy glassesGene Simmons had it rightLet's get this StraitBiopic or BiopicShoutout Lance from Think Drink Disney#Newts...
Episode 170--Ace and Gary Get Sushi
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Is it hot enough for ya? We take a break from the heat and smoke of MN to hunker down in the dojio for your entertainment.
The Swa episode recapHappy Birthday Renee! X-Golf in a pinchAce and Gary get sushiWorld Cup FinalBritish OpenPan O Prog recapBudweiser ClydesdalesErrors & OmissionsNewt's misses you!Data center vs light bulbSong of the Week:Easy Rider--Taj MahalLucky Night Billy Johnson's RoadshowPayton, Brady or Barkley?Angus Young? More like Angus OldOriginal artist or tribute band?Kids who listen to classic rock#NewtsAppleValleyMN
Taj Mahal - E Z R...
Episode 169: Liner Notes / Album Art
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Jim's guy Swa joins us on this one. Opinions abound. Buckle up.
Avid listenerHouse showsAn album a dayListening processBeatles controversyMetallica--OneBohemian Rhapsody / Wayne's WorldLife before the internet Liner notes / Album artSong of the Week:Industrial Disease--Dire StraitsLove Song--My New Band BelieveCreeque Alley--The Mamas and The PapasGod Only Knows controversyJoe's GarageSwa gets mystical#SwaMediaProductions
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Dire Straits - Industrial Disease (1982) HD - YouTube
My New Band Believe - Love Story (Official Video)
The Mamas & The Papas "Creeque Alley" on T...
Episode 168: How 'Bout a Fresca, America?
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Hope everyone had an awesome 4th of July! Today we learn how much more cool Mark is than Jim (as if we didn't already know).
Decorated Combat VeteranUSONewt's--Say hi to Cory. Or else.Still the best country on the planetIceland came in secondWorld CupMr WorldwideThe RockErrors and OmmissionsWhere you from, boy?Song of the WeekAmerica F#&* Yeah!--Team AmericaCan't Fix You--Red Clay StraysKing MarkGolf adventureDickMark's Mediocre Movie Musings#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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AMERICA F#K YEAH! MUSIC VIDEO Team America World Police THEME SONG
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Episode 167: Guess Who Review at the Mystic Lake Amphitheater
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Fresh from seeing the Guess Who and Don Felder at the new Amphitheater in town, this one is primarily a music podcast--finally. Pretty good rant toweard the end.
Grandpa JimMystic Lake Amphitheater $20 Beer Night!Shoutout the best sponsor ever--Newt's Apple ValleyGreat Seats, huh?Senior Citizens Shuttle Shit ShowDon Felder stole the show (spoiler alert)Hotel CaliforniaRestroom reviewSong of the Week:James Dean--EaglesRock On- David EssexGuess Who--literallyOn stage KleenexRandy BachmanPercussion Guy rant#NewtsAppleValleyMN Newt's Apple Valley
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Episode 166: The Cunning Linguist
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We recorded with Jim's guy Swa last weekend. My man can talk, thus requiring some extra editing time. Therefore, we grabbed this one from the shelf recorded just a few weeks ago. Enjoy
Beer or Bourbon?Falling KnifeTell us what you think--reallyPun of the DayAging perspectiveMr SeedsYet another Shark Tank ideaWho turns down Indy?RIP Kyle BuschNo RagratsTommy Lee Jones projectsCourtship of Eddie's FatherSong of the Week:One for My Baby--Frank SinatraTake Me--George JonesJim's linguistics rantNice name, Hugh JackmanEr no?Celebrity sightingsBanned content#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Episode 165: Rush Tour Predictions
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We had to go into the pantry to pull this episode off the shelf. From April.
Cheez-It rehabSafety offSerious Rush conversation (Mark even says something nice)Song of the WeekOrdinary World--Duran DuranThe Things We Do for Love--10ccLost Boys rant and a halfMovie Fight!Cracker wheelsRod & Custom ShowExpensive hobby1993 hit list#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Duran Duran - Ordinary World (Official Music Video)
10cc - The Things We Do For Love
Episode 164: Y is The Billy Preston of Vowels
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No 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#NewtsAppleValley
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Episode 163: More Cover Songs
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We 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)#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Episode 162: Yungblud Wasn't That Bad
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We'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!#NewtsAppleValleyMN
Pierre - "Vascular"
The Cult - Love Removal Machine HD - YouTube
YUNGBLUD - Hello Heaven, Hello (Official Music Video) - YouTube (the good part starts at 2:50)
Dillinger Four - D...
Episode 161: What if the Bee Gee's Were Hot?
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Get 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
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Blue Öyster Cult - E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence) (Live) 10/9/1981 [Digitally Restored]
Bee Gees - How Can You Mend A Br...
Episode 160: Sidney Crosby Stills, Nash & Young
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We 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
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Billy Swan - Don't Be Cruel (Audio)
Dusty Springfield - Son of a Preacher Man (O...
Episode 159: Mark's Family Circus Part 2
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Now 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#NewtsAppleValley
Episode 158: Mark's Mom and Sisters
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Buckle 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#NewtsIsTheBest
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Episode 157: Free For All
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Don'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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
The Show Mu...
Episode 156: Season 4?
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A 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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
James Taylor - Your Smiling Face (Blossom Music Festival, Jul 18, 1979)
Neil Diamond - Lady-oh (Live @ the greek t...
Episode 155: Mark Meets Chuck Norris
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So, 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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Episode 154: RIP Chuck Norris
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Fun 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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
Waynes World 2 Fight Scene
The Call - I Still Believe (Great Design)(Remastered)
Bob Marley & The Wailers - No Woman, No Cry (Live At T...
Episode 153: Miracle
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Yes, 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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Episode 152: Friday the 13th
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We'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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
Tryin' - The Eagles (1971)
See You Later Soul Asylum
Mr. Subliminal - Saturday Night Live
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Episode 151: Singer Songwriter Cage Match
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If 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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
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Episode 150: Fresh From the Pantry
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You 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
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Episode 149: The White Shorts Story
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5 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#Newts
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Episode 148: Winter Olympics
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When 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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
Vicki Sue Robinson Turn The...
Episode 147: Mark's Wine Faux Pas
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....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
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Death May Be Your Santa Claus
Diesel - Sausalito Summernight (1980) lyrics
...Episode 146: Back-to-Back Song Pairs
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Nice 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
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Episode 145: Social Rant / American Guitarists
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A 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...Episode 144: Mark's College Roommate--Tommy
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Just 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 Ma...Episode 143: The Future is Now
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Kind 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#NewtsAppleValleyMN
Willie Nelson - Time of the Preacher (Live From Austin City Limits, 1976)
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