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This week on Jackalope Tales, we dive face-first into the chaos of two music festivals that went completely off the rails—in the best possible way.

Lisa takes us back to Lollapalooza ’92, when the Jim Rose Circus was turning stomachs and pushing limits. We’re talking human blockheads, electric nipples, and a backstage challenge between Chris Cornell, Eddie Vedder, and Al Jourgensen involving a beverage so foul it makes Malört look classy: bile beer—a fermented monstrosity brewed with love (and actual bile) by one of Jim Rose’s sideshow sadists.

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Ever wonder what it costs to book a rockstar to sing you into matrimony? Spoiler: it’s more than your house. In this week’s episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa wade through the diamond-studded swamp of celebrity wedding gigs—where the only thing more uncomfortable than the vows is the paycheck.

Charles dives into the surreal fever dream that was Elton John performing at Rush Limbaugh’s wedding—a union so strange it practically summoned the antichrist. From liberal icon to right-wing serenader, Elton pocketed a reported million bucks to croon “...

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In this episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa trade earthly logic for alien abduction reports as they dive into the weird world of musicians who claim they’ve had close encounters of the musical kind. Charles unpacks Sammy Hagar’s unhinged belief that extraterrestrials once hacked his brain like a hotwired van full of tequila. Meanwhile, Lisa peels back the tinfoil layers of Mick Jagger’s alleged UFO sighting, which he conveniently forgot to mention in his autobiography—right between the pages about tantric sex and tax shelters.

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Step right up, cult members and curious creeps—this week on Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa serve up a double dose of musical messiahs who didn’t just drink the Kool-Aid… they stirred it themselves.

Lisa dives deep into the desert-drenched delusion of 30 Seconds to Mars, where Jared Leto traded in eyeliner for enlightenment and accidentally became a shirtless space Jesus to an army of spiritually dehydrated fans. Camp Mars? More like Camp “Run While You Still Can.”

Meanwhile, Charles explores the mind-bending, gender-defying gospel of Genesis P-Orridge, the late high...

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In this episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa aim their skepticism skyward and take on the conspiracy theories swirling around Blue Origin’s latest New Shepard rocket flight. Was it really a triumphant leap into the final frontier—or just an expensive bottle rocket launched from Jeff Bezos’s backyard? From claims that the “passengers” were actually AI holograms to whispers that the onboard champagne celebration took place in a Houston warehouse with a fog machine and some clever camera angles, the internet is ablaze with suspicion.

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This Mother’s Day, Charles and Lisa celebrate the matriarchs of mayhem—the moms who made music history by being absolutely terrible at motherhood. In Mom Said Knock You Out, Charles dives into the chaotic parenting of Pattie Mallette, Justin Bieber’s mom, who once thought it was a great idea to leave her teenage son in the care of P. Diddy. Spoiler alert: it didn’t end well. Meanwhile, Lisa unpacks the Pepsi-denying mother who inadvertently inspired the greatest teen meltdown anthem of all time: Institutionalized by Suicidal Tendencies. That’s right—one mom’s re...

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This week on Jackalope Tales, we peel back the velvet curtain on the music industry’s darkest backstage drama—abduction. In B-Sides and Blindfolds, Lisa unpacks the haunting and largely silenced story of pop singer Duffy, whose sudden disappearance from the charts hid a disturbing real-life mystery involving drugs, captivity, and silence. Meanwhile, Charles takes us on a wild ride through the botched, bizarre, and strangely polite kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr.—a crime so strange it left the Rat Pack rattled and the FBI baffled. From fame to fear, ransom notes to missed...

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Jackalope Tales: Dead Air

This week, we turn the dial straight to the static. In Dead Air, Lisa dives into the explosive, real-life demise of controversial radio host Alan Berg—shot down in his driveway by white supremacists for refusing to shut up. Meanwhile, Charles takes us down the twisted rabbit hole of Casey Kasem’s bizarre post-mortem journey: from beloved Top 40 DJ to a missing corpse in a Norwegian freezer, with a wild stop at a family feud straight out of a daytime soap opera. DJ deaths, both live and in r...

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This Easter, Jackalope Tales unseals the crypt of rock ’n’ roll resurrection with an episode steeped in scandal, smoke, and sizzling fajitas. Charles and Lisa dig deep into the enduring myths that Jim Morrison faked his death to escape the fame machine—and ended up flipping burgers as a line cook at a Chili’s in Austin. Meanwhile, they explore the infamous “Paul Is Dead” conspiracy, complete with backward messages, barefoot Abbey Road strolls, and the quiet horror of being replaced by a bass-playing doppelgänger.  From blurry photos outside karaoke bars to whispery EVP r...

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Episode Title: “Don’t Mess With Taxes”

In this chaotic and surprisingly educational episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa dive into the bizarre world of celebrity tax myths and misadventures. First up: rap sensation Ice Spice nearly misses the tax deadline and ends up filing her return at a Walmart Jackson Hewitt just before midnight—wearing Crocs and a hoodie, no less. Then things get weirder when the duo uncovers the legendary tale of John Mayer’s alleged side hustle: jarring his own farts and selling them online to pay off a surp...

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In this deliriously strange installment of Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa recount two celebrity sightings so surreal they have to be heard to be believed. First up: it’s a sunny afternoon at the Fort Worth Stockyards when Morgan Wallen — yes, that Morgan Wallen — is spotted sprinting buck naked through the middle of the cattle drive like some kind of country music cryptid. Was it a bet? A breakdown? Or just a new kind of rodeo?

Then things get even weirder as Charles stumbles into a CVS in New Orleans and finds...

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This week on Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa dive into the eerie world of cursed recordings, starting with David Bowie’s infamous Toy—an album that seemed doomed from the start, leaving a trail of bad luck and personal misfortune in its wake. But the curse talk doesn’t stop there. Lisa shares her own chilling experiences recording the Toadies’ Hell Below/Stars Above, an album plagued with enough strange occurrences to make even the most skeptical believer in bad mojo.

And just when things couldn’t get weirder, something—or someone—deci...

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Top o’ the trolling to ya! In this special Saint Patrick’s Day edition of Jackalope Tales, Lisa and Charles raise a pint (of something strong) to two bands who dared to mess with Ireland’s most self-serious frontman—Bono of U2. First, we dive into the legendary case of Negativland, the experimental sound collagists who poked the bear by releasing an album titled U2—complete with a bootlegged Casey Kasem meltdown—and found themselves buried in legal hell faster than you can say “cease and desist.” Then, we unravel the bizarre fate of The Midnight...

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In this episode of Jackalope Tales, Lisa and Charles dive into one of the strangest and most persistent urban legends in music and Hollywood: Was Michael Jackson secretly a martial arts master? According to rumors that have circulated for years, the King of Pop wasn’t just a musical genius—he was also an unstoppable fighter who could throw hands with the best of them.

From whispers that he once took down Tupac Shakur in a brawl to the outrageous claim that he left Sylvester Stallone bruised and humbled, we explore how...

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In this wild and unfiltered episode of Jackalope Tales, original Toadies members Charles & Lisa dive into one of the most bizarre and least discussed chapters in music history - musicians who have, quite literally, left their mark.  From the outrageous exploits of funk legend Rick James to the more recent, unexpected antics of country singer Ingrid Andress, the duo unpacks the unbelievable (and very real) moments when these artists decide a desk was the right place for...well, you know.

Was it rebellion?  A rock n roll power move?  Or just a v...

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In this wild, fur-covered episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles & Lisa unravel two bizarre encounters between legendary musicians and some very unexpected (and very real) bears.

Jackalope Tales dives into the near-tragic tale of Michael Buble, who, mistakes an enormous polar bear for a friend and John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) found himself held hostage in his own home - by a very hungry bear and also the authorities!  

Tune in for a double dose of bear-related mayhem, musical mishaps, and the kind of absurdity only Jackalope Tales can deliver.

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In this episode of Jackalope Tales, we dive into the unexpected storm surrounding country icon Carrie Underwood and rap legend Snoop Dogg following their involvement in the latest presidential inauguration. What seemed like a routine performance or endorsement has now turned into a full-blown controversy, with fans and critics alike calling for boycotts, questioning their loyalties, and debating the role of musicians in political events.

How did their participation ignite such a backlash? Were they prepared for the public reaction, or did they underestimate the power of political divisions in today’s...

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Love is in the air, or is it? In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa unravel the true meanings behind two iconic songs often mistaken for romantic anthems.

First, they dig into Screaming Jay Hawkin’s haunting classic, I Put a Spell on You. On the surface, it sounds like a passionate love song, but beneath the wailing vocals and eerie blues, it’s really a dark tale of obsession and control.

Then, they shift gears to Dolly Parton’s heartfelt ballad, I Will Alw...

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In this episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles & Lisa dive into incredible stories of musicians who have gone beyond the stage to become real-life heroes.  They'll talk about a country singer who used his helicopter piloting skills to rescue stranded people and animals in a time of crisis.  Then they'll share the story of a rapper who jumped into action to save a young girl after she was struck by a car.  Tune in for these powerful tales of music, bravery, and the unexpected ways artists change lives - sometimes literally.

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In this episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles & Lisa take a deep dive into the legendary CBGB, the gritty, no-frills New York club that became ground zero for punk and underground rock.  From the sweat-drenched walls to the unpredictable crowds, they share firsthand experiences and jaw-dropping stories from the madness that unfolded on and off the stage, including crazy stories about Stiv Bators and the infamous Dead Boys, and the kleptomaniac tendencies of the Jody Foster Army!  Whether you're a punk rock historian or just love a good rock 'n' roll war story, this ep...

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Welcome to Jackalope Tales, where music, myths, and madness collide!  In this episode, Charles & Lisa take you on a journey through two legendary stories from the iconic Whisky a Go Go.

They dive into the night The Doors were fired after Jim Morrison's infamous, unhinged impromptu during "The End" - a performance so wild it redefined the limits of rock rebellion.

Then they unravel the bizarre tale of Johnny Rivers' drummer, who turned out to be more than just a beat-keeper - that was just his night job!  

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On this episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles and Lisa dive into the wild and unexpected stories behind the iconic Hollywood sign.  They share how rock legend Alice Cooper stepped in to "adopt" a letter of the sign, funding its restoration and cementing his place in Hollywood history.  But the antics don't stop there.  They also talk about the drummer of Sevendust wanting to flip one of the letters over to transform it into advertising for their new album!  Tune in for a mix of rock n' roll history, quirky Hollywood lore, and the larg...

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This week, Jackalope Tales is diving deep into the intersection of spirits, style, and storytelling.  In this episode, Lisa shares her hilarious tale of Willie Nelson's whiskey, which, of course, came with a highly unexpected twist, and Charles talks about Darius Rucker's whiskey, which came dressed in its own cargo shorts koozie.  Spoiler alert: those shorts didn't just keep the whiskey cool - they ruined it!  It's a spirited episode you don't want to miss!

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Charles & Lisa are kicking off the new year with some seriously questionable resolutions!  This week, they're diving into the world of celebrity transformations.  From the Weeknd's face taking a wild ride through artistry or alarm, to Jelly Roll's incredible gastric surgery glow-up.  Prepare for laughs, unfiltered opinions, and just enough chaos to keep you guessing.  Tune in now and get ready to face the new year head on...or, at least, face-lift-on.  

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This week on Jackalope Tales, we unwrap a holiday double feature you'll wish had stayed buried in the vault.  Original Toadies members Charles & Lisa take a boozy, bumpy sleigh ride through two Christmas specials that jingled way too many bells.  First we stumble into the Dean Martin Christmas Special, a drunken snow-globe fever dream of slurred carols, misplaced mistletoe, and eggnog-fueled chaos.  Then we shimmy into the Hee Haw Christmas Hoedown, where "old South charm" took a dark, uncomfortable turn faster than a reindeer on black ice.  

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What happens when the most famous musicians in the world come together to save humanity...and Bob Dylan almost chickens out?  

In this week's episode, Charles & Lisa dive into the chaotic recording of the 1985 charity anthem that almost didn't happen.  You'll hear the tale of a mumbling legend paralyzed with stage fright, Lionel Ritchie trying to channel Gandhi while wrangling divas, and Quincy Jones transforming into a benevolent dictator.  

It's the feel-good disaster of the decade, told with just the right amount of snark.  Don't miss We Are The Worl...

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Welcome to Jackalope Tales podcast!  In this epidsode, Lisa & Charles talk about humble beginnings for two artists before they were superstars.  And their first jobs were not exactly glamorous.  Gwen Stefani served up soft-serve and slung blizzards, and DJ, producer Calvin Harris had a job that would seem to most a hard one to swallow, literally.  Fame can definitely come from even the most unexpected starts in life!  
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In this episode, Charles & Lisa explore the fascinating - and sometimes downright bizarre - rituals singers use to keep their voices in top shape.  From Corey Taylor of Slipknot's suprising pre-show routine to the unconventional habits of indie artist mk.gee.   Tune in for the laughs, the insights, and maybe even a tip or two for your own vocal health, if you dare!

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Welcome to the 2nd annual Jackalope Tales celebration of Thanksgiving!  Lisa & Charles share the five musicians each would invite to their Thanksgiving festivities!  Happy Thanksgiving J-Lopes!!

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 Jackalope Tales takes a look at two song writers who created two major hits for other musicians to perform.  Lisa delves into the story of the governor of Louisiana who may have had some mafia ties, and Charles takes a look at a children's book writer and musician who wrote A Boy Named Sue!  

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Join Charles & Lisa as we discuss Metallica and how they are known to take certain liberties with another band's green room, including Al Jourgansen of Ministry and our own Toadies!  

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Jackalope Tales Podcast bonus content this week discusses an article in a magazine that celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Toadies' album, Rubberneck.  Find out why some members wouldn't be in the same room with each other for the photo sessions!
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It's election week, so Jackalope Tales talks about two musicians who have run for political office.  Charles & Lisa, founding members of the band Toadies, talk about Jello Biafra who ran for mayor of San Francisco, and Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line, who kept running for offices just to try to get a win.  

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Jackalope Tales podcast bonus content includes a flyer from the days even before Charles & Lisa formed the band Toadies.  Lead singer, Vaden, hosted a Halloween party at his apartment and workers from the Sound Warehouse music store all attended, wearing costumes that definitely tested the boundaries of tasteful!

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It's time for another spooky Halloween Jackalope Tales Podcast.  This week, Lisa & Charles, original and founding members of the band, Toadies, discuss two haunting stories about a rapper and a rocker who may have died, but still hang around!  Be sure to like, subscribe, & comment! 

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Welcome to Jackalope Tales podcast, bonus content!  This week, Lisa & Charles talk about a flyer sent by an old toadies fan about a party the Toadies had after playing a show in Denton, and the owners of the house didn't even know there was going to be a party!  A crazy story shared about the old days of the Toadies.  Enjoy bonus content every Monday on YouTube, and full podcast episodes every Wednesday!

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In this week's episode of Jackalope Tales, Charles & Lisa talk about Jon Bon Jovi and his being a great samaritan.  Hear the tales of Bon Jovi saving someone from jumping off a bridge to aiding two other famous people who got themselves in a dangerous situation.  Be sure to rate, like, subscribe, and review!

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This week's episode of Jackalope Tales - BC, Charles & Lisa talk about a ticket stub to a show by the band Smithereens and how it is was a very important moment in the creation of the band Toadies!  Please like, subscribe, rate, and review!
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Jackalope Tales podcast discusses the Easter eggs that have been hidden by musicians, and even some Easter eggs that musicians weren't aware of in their music!  Join Charles & Lisa, original founding members of the band, Toadies, as they discuss all the different hidden gems in music!  

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 Welcome to Jackalope Tales, Bonus Content! This week, Charles & Lisa talk about a newspaper article that talked about the activity of the Axis Club in Fort Worth. Charles & Lisa reminisce about the old days, including having an inflatable Wayne Newton on stage during early Toadies shows. 

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