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Thirstday: Bad Mom Gifts & Call It Quits
#84
Yesterday at 3:27 PM

It’s Thirstday on The Morning Mosh Pit and the energy is off the rails 🔥. 

We’re ramping up for Thirstday Live with giveaways, live podcast hype, and one last pre-party rundown. In the never-ending Human vs. Robot War, today’s headlines spark debate: are the bots taking over or just making things worse?

Then, moms get real in our List of Bad Mother’s Day Gifts, this is actual feedback from real moms (and it’s hilarious).

We play back your AC/DC Tal...


FAFO Parenting & Dino Derby Madness
#83
Last Wednesday at 3:29 PM

Today on The Morning Mosh Pit, the Human vs. Robot War gets even dumber and funnier as the battle rages on. We unpack the trending viral craze of “FAFO Parenting” and how it’s turning old-school discipline into new-school viral moments. 

Then we roar into another round of our Dino Derby—, ho’s clashing today and who’s already extinct in the bracket? Live on air, we take a bold "Quit For Me" call, someone hands in their resignation with us as their hype squad.

Plus, we hit you with today’s Five Things, get geeky in Nerd News, a...


Robot Wars, Real ID Panic & Rock Rage!!!
#82
Last Tuesday at 3:44 PM

This morning on The Morning Mosh Pit, we’re hitting you with everything from AI takeover talk to the latest in dating disasters.

We break down what you NEED to know about the upcoming Real ID deadline, plus listeners sound off in our AC/DC Talkback Playback as the countdown to Soldier Field continues.


We also recap the Kentucky Derby with Maria, featuring winners, losers, and the most outrageous hats.


In Nerd News, we go full science-nerd, and the Rock Report covers Sharon Osbourne’s Iron...


Revenge of the Fifth
#81
Last Monday at 3:23 PM


Halfday after Thirstday
#80
05/02/2025


Thirstday Throwdowns, Falling Fans & Rock Star Drama
#79
05/01/2025

On today’s episode of The Morning Mosh Pit, it’s all leading up to THIRSTDAY LIVE at Fuzzyline Brewing in Indiana!

We break down why “Staying In is the New Going Out,” react to a fan falling from the stands at a Cubs game, and make our wild “Pope Picks” for the weekend.

In Rock Report, Chris Cornell’s daughter speaks on Soundgarden’s Rock Hall honor, System of a Down changes it up for the first time in a decade, and Sammy Hagar tells Alex Van Halen to back off.

Plus, we close out with N...


Llamas, Tea Shops, and Soundgarden Limbo
#78
04/30/2025

Today’s show was a chef’s kiss combo of music mayhem and pure absurdity:

🎤 FREDDIE MERCURY WALKS OUTThe legend reportedly stormed out of a recording session with Michael Jackson… because MJ brought a llama to the studio. Yes. A real llama.🍵 BILLY CORGAN TEA SHOP CRASHSmashing Pumpkins frontman’s Chicago tea shop was literally crashed into. By a car. Details are as weird as you think.🖐️ FIVE THINGSThe top 5 headlines or totally absurd news items of the day — weird crimes, dumb decisions, and things that made us laugh.🎸 ROCK REPORTOhana Fest lineup officially dropped — it’s stacked.Soundgarden’s final album is...


Linkin Park Chaos, Gorilla Fights, and Maynard’s Close Call
#77
04/29/2025

Strap in — today’s episode of The Morning Mosh Pit is loaded with insanity, internet debates, and near-death rockstar moments:

🎸 ROCK REPORTLinkin Park’s new live show is blowing fans away — we’ve got the full playlist and surprise stage effects.Maynard James Keenan (Tool) was almost buried alive during a video shoot. Yep, for real. Who approved that?🐻 BAD NEWS BEARSWeekend fallout, Chicago chaos, and weird crime headlines. This one involves a stolen Portillo’s truck and a guy in a Batman mask. (Probably.)🧠 NERD NEWS w/ MarrisThe geek squad rises: comics, space tech, and the newest wearable that reads y...


Pope Toke
#76
04/28/2025


Michael Drops His Pants
#75
04/28/2025


Alien Farts, Santana Falls, and Riot Fest Calls!
#74
04/24/2025

Welcome to THIRSTDAY, your pre-weekend warm-up with sunshine, stories, and strong opinions. Here’s what we’re chugging through today on The Morning Mosh Pit:

☀️ WEATHER – Mostly sunny, high of 65 — get outside and vibe responsibly.

🍺 THIRSTDAY LIVE – We’re counting down to May 1st at Fuzzyline Brewing! Don’t miss the Thirstday party of the spring!

🤖 HUMAN vs. ROBOT WAR – The bots are bolder, the headlines are weirder—what’s AI up to this time?

🤢 TRY NOT TO GAG – Grossest behind-the-scenes facts from your favorite movies and TV shows. This might ruin a childhood memory or two.


Shaq Poops, Robots Rise & Walmart Locks Up Weiners!
#73
04/23/2025

It’s HUMP DAY on The Morning Mosh Pit and we’ve got a stacked show full of chaos, comedy, and carnage (well, maybe just a little meat theft):

☠️ 5 Things That Cut a Decade Off Your Life – A Reddit thread goes viral, and it’s surprisingly relatable… or terrifying.

🤖 HUMAN vs. ROBOT WAR – The frontlines of tech vs. humanity are heating up—should we be scared or just amused?

🎸 FAN VOTE RESULTS ARE IN – Who made the cut for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year?

📋 FIVE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY – Marris delivers...


Millionaires, Mayhem & Marriage Goals (Maybe)
#72
04/22/2025

Today on The Morning Mosh Pit, it’s a full plate of WTF, LOL, and OMG:

💰 LOCAL WINNER – A Cicero man hits $1 MILLION on a scratch-off at a gas station.

🤖 HUMAN VS. ROBOT WAR – The machines are creeping closer… or just trending again.

🛫 PLANE ETIQUETTE 101 – The do's and definite don'ts of flying. (Yes, socks OFF is a no.)

💍 GEORGE CLOONEY says he’s NEVER argued with Amal. Not once. Ever. Okay, George.

📋 FIVE THINGS – Marris brings you the must-knows to stay informed.

🧬 TWIN TALK – This bizarre local news interview proves twins might have...


Don't Burn Your Sex Toys
#71
04/21/2025


T'was the Friday Before Easter...
#70
04/21/2025


Robots, Grudges & Millionaires — Mosh Pit Madness!
#69
04/17/2025

Today on The Morning Mosh Pit, things get crazy real real fast:

🤖 Human vs. Robot WAR — What the heck is going on with AI?!

🎸 AC/DC in Dallas — Fans showed up… and then showed out 😤

💵 A homeless man wins $1 million — from the streets to straight-up success!

🍻 Chicago bars are now ranked as some of the best in North America! Chi-town stay sippin’.

🎉 THIRSTDAY goes down May 1st at Fuzzyline Brewing — party tease alert!

🎤 Karaoke Chaos — One woman DESTROYS Blink-182 (not in a good way) in front of Tom DeLonge 😬

🔥 Quick Hit: P...


Coffee, Chaos, Robots: Welcome to Your Weird Wake-Up Call!
#68
04/16/2025

Today on The Morning Mosh Pit, we're spilling the tea—and the coffee! ☕

Find out how America really drinks coffee (spoiler: it's not cute).

Then... it's Human vs Robot WAR again. 
🤖They’re getting smarter—and sassier.

💸 Wanna wake up the “perfect” way? That’ll be $150, please!

🍺 A guy got charged at a restaurant just for saying “Yo, that’s not my beer.”

🎫 Plus: Red Robin drops the Unlimited Burger Pass (dangerous)

🚀 Was the All-Women Rocket Launch progress or just PR?

🎤 In the Rock Report: Perry Farrell’s cleansing ritual and To...


Coachella vs. Lollapalooza & L.A. hosts Sperm Race
#67
04/15/2025

It’s Tax Day, and being cheap has never been cooler! 💸

We’re talking about how “Saving is the New Flex”—and sharing your wildest money-saving hacks (bring the heat, penny pinchers)! 🔥

From Bedroom to Big Leagues: $1M Sperm Race to Make Fertility Go Viral


Then we dive into the Human vs Robot WAR... again. The machines are back and sassier than ever. 🤖⚔️ Scams to Avoid on Tax Day — Don’t get got! 💀

And we’ve got the math formula for a truly joyful day (yes, joy + snacks = win).

You’ll also hear what women are...


TSA Shockers and C2E2 Talkers
#66
04/14/2025


Stinky Smellers Smell Stinky
#65
04/11/2025


Thristday Thoughts, Weezer Shooting & Michael Races A Horse
#64
04/10/2025

🚨 It’s THIRSTDAY! 🚨

On today’s episode of The Morning Mosh Pit, we’re talking: 🔥 Midlife Crisis Warning Signs (it’s not just buying a motorcycle anymore)


🤖 ROBOT WARS – the machines are acting BOLD


🐎 A Fun Fact: Most men think they can beat a horse in a foot race (y’all okay?)


🎸 Weezer Shooting Update, Five Things with Marris, and the Rock Report with Michael


🐻 And of course, Bad News Bears with Maria—the one thing that bummed us out today.


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Hot Dog Towers & Extinct Dire Wolves Are Alive
#63
04/09/2025

It’s HUMP DAY, and we’re kicking it off with a blast of energy—ROCK & RAIN! 🌧️

First, we're celebrating Gerard Way’s Birthday, the genius behind My Chemical Romance! 🎤

Then, it's time for ROBOT WARS—new robot competitions, groundbreaking breakthroughs, and a sneak peek at the “Robo Battle Royale” (totally fake, but hilarious)! 🤖💥

Plus, did you hear? The dire wolf has been resurrected from extinction after 10,000 years! 🐺

Get ready for wild stories and some fun surprises. We’re diving into LUCKY BREAK STORIES (like the time you got that one lucky break) and 2-WEEK NOTICE STORIES...


Maria’s Trip, Robot Wars, and the Rock Report!
#62
04/08/2025

Ever wonder where Maria went on her trip and what she got into?

We’ve got the scoop!

 Also, Illinois might ban black market restaurant reservations (say what?!). Plus, we dive into the ultimate battle of human vs. robot and find out why switching your diet could totally wreck you.

Oh, and did we mention SLAYER’s got a big show coming in 2025? Get your coffee, get comfy, and tune in for the chaos that is The Morning Mosh Pit.


They're Getting Bro-mantic
#61
04/07/2025


Let's Get Motivated
#60
04/04/2025


Thirsty for Rooftop Views, Robot Battles & Rock Feuds
#59
04/03/2025

It’s THIRSTDAY and The Morning Mosh Pit is serving up the best (and worst) of everything today!

🍹 First Drink at 21 Stories – Chicago’s newest rooftop bar is stealing the spotlight with epic views and killer cocktails!

🍕 Chicago Pizza = Top 10 in the WORLD?! – Find out which legendary spot made the list!

🤖 ROBOT WARS with Maria – Battle bots are getting wild, and humans are getting involved!

🎸 Eddie Van Halen vs. Fred Durst – A backstage rock & roll standoff you won’t believe!

🚽 Port-a-Potties vs. Gas Station Toilets – Which public restroom nightmare is worse?!

🎮 "Fun to th...


Humpday Chaos: Drones, Rats, & Bertie Bott’s Beans?!
#58
04/02/2025

It’s HUMPDAAAYYY! 🐪🎉

The Morning Mosh Pit is bringing big energy and even bigger stories today!

🍬 Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans in the Chicago River?! – A magical sight ahead of the Harry Potter store opening!

🛸 Drone Disrupts Cubs Game – Was it a prank or a security concern?

🎭 Val Kilmer Dead at 65 – Remembering the legendary actor’s life and career.

🏢 New Downtown DMV: A Game Changer? – Can Chicago’s newest DMV actually make your life easier?

🐀 Rat Birth Control is Here?! – The latest effort to tackle Chicago’s rodent problem—brilliant or bonkers?


Maria's Robot Wars & Pit Brothers Pick Up Lines
#57
04/01/2025

🎸🤖Wake up and rage—because The Morning Mosh Pit is bringing the heat today!

🌅🔥🎶 DEFTONES WITH MARRIS – We break down last night’s show—setlist surprises, crowd energy, and what’s next!

🤖 ROBOT WARS – Which AI-powered bot is dominating? Are we heading toward a real-life Terminator?


🎤 THE USED WITH MICHAEL – A full recap of The Used’s show—was it everything fans hoped for?


🏠 TV HOMES AMERICANS WANT TO LIVE IN – Which fictional house would you move into? (And yes, the Batcave is an option.)


🍿 M...


Family-Friendly Hooters, Helping Stress, and Grandpa Shoes
#56
03/31/2025


Are Planes Even Real?
#55
03/28/2025


Free City Stickers, Self-Chilling Beer, & Baseball is BACK!
#54
03/27/2025

This morning, we’ve got big city news—Chicago is handing out FREE city stickers for "Amnesty Month." If your car’s been riding dirty, now’s your chance to fix it for free! 🚗💨

In NERD NEWS WITH MARRIS, we’re diving into all the latest in tech, gaming, and geek culture. And on THIRSTDAY FEATURE, we’re cracking open self-chilling beer cans—yes, they exist! 🍺❄️

But wait, the drama is real—Sydney Sweeney just called off her wedding due to “major issues.” What went down? We’ve got the tea. ☕🔥 🔥

PLUS:

🎟 KIDZ BOP TICKET GIVEAWAY – Who’s taking the ki...


Dirty Houses, Dumb Criminals & Kidz Bop Chaos!
#53
03/26/2025

Wake up and rock out with The Morning Mosh Pit! Today, we’re diving into the things guests notice in dirty houses—yeah, we’re judging. Then, get this—a criminal stole $1.50 from Dairy Queen?! That’s barely enough for a napkin.

We also break down Fandango’s most anticipated movies of 2025—what’s worth the hype?And remember Megan, who wanted to quit her job yesterday?

Well, were calling her boss TODAY! Will it be awkward?
Absolutely.🔥

Plus, we’ve got:


Two-Week Notice & The Nape Escape
#52
03/25/2025

The Mosh Pit is back with another wild episode! 🎧🔥
NERD NEWS WITH MARRIS – The latest in geek culture you NEED to know! 🕹️⚡

The Least Healthy Fast Food Orders! 🍔😬 Some of these will SHOCK you…

Hidden Meanings of Emojis – Parents, Pay Attention! 📲😳 You won’t believe what kids are REALLY saying…

TAKE CALLS: “Two Week Notice” – The Best (and Worst) Ways to Quit! 📞🔥

FIVE THINGS WITH MARRIS – The must-know headlines of the day! 📰⚡

BAD NEWS BEARS! 🐻💀 Bulls, Blackhawks, and March Madness – It’s getting messy! 🏀🏒

CALL-IN GAME: “Fun to the Head” – Win Black Keys Tickets! 🎸🎟️

ROCK...


Maria Almost Got Kidnapped
#51
03/24/2025


Last Day With Just The Boys
#50
03/21/2025


March Madness, Murderabilia, Marris & Micheal!
#49
03/20/2025

Wake up, rock out, and dive into today’s wild stories on The Morning Mosh Pit! 🔥🎸New Trend Alert! You can now get TATTOOED under anesthesia?! 😴💉 Would you do it?!Nerd News with Marris – The latest and greatest in geek culture! 🕹️📡Idaho Mayor Saves the Day! A man was trapped in the snow for 24 hours… and a mayor rescued him?! 🏔️🚑$1.2 BILLION Lotto Jackpot Winner in California! 💰💸 What would YOU do with all that cash?A Strange Odor is Drifting into Chicago… 🤢🌬️ What is it, and should we be worried?!Five Things with Marris – The Top 5 stories you NEED to know this morning! 📰⚡Murderabilia?! 🩸🖤 People col...


JFK Files Are Out and Mickey Mouse Goes Horror
03/19/2025

Buckle up, Chicago! Today’s show is loaded with wild stories, hot takes, and epic giveaways! 🔥
Would you pay $750K for a single parking spot in Boston? 🚗💰 (We wouldn’t, but let’s talk about it.)Illinois Drone Attack Warning – Should we be worried?! 🛸😳Vacations Your Teens Won’t Hate! 🏝️ No more eye rolls, just fun.Mickey Mouse turns KILLER?! 🎭🔪 “Screamboat” is the horror remake you never saw coming.Marris shares his FIVE THINGSThe Cubs lost (again), Blackhawks got SMOKED, but we still got great sports stories! ⚾🏒😬FUN TO THE HEAD – Can you win tickets to Experience Hendrix? 🎸🔥The JFK FILES ARE OUT! 🏛️👀 What secrets...


MLB Opening Day & an Alligator in a Motel?! Just Another Tuesday
03/18/2025

It’s Tuesday, and that means The Morning Mosh Pit is bringing the chaos, laughs, and loud music straight to your ears! ⚾🐊🎸GO CUBS GO! MLB Opening Day is here, and we’re hyped!Wait… someone left a LIVE alligator in a Michigan motel?! We got the bizarre details.Tracy Morgan at the Knicks game—what the heck happened last night?!🎸 Fun to the Head – Play along and see if you’d win Experience Hendrix tickets!⚾ Fantasy Baseball with Marris: Who’s worth drafting this season?🤘 Michael’s Rock Report:Shinedown wins big at the iHeart Radio Awards!Green Day takes ALT Artist of the Year!Ozz...


The Pit Brothers Survive St. Paddy’s Day – Barely! ☘️
03/18/2025


🎸🎧 Maria is still soaking up the sun somewhere far, far away, so Marris & Michael aka The Pit Brothers are still running the show—and barely surviving St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Chicago! ☘️🔥
Michael brought his squeaky toy for comfort… it’s his emotional support fidget now. 🧸😂The Chicago River is GREEN! ☘️ Let’s celebrate the luck of the Irish!Fun to The Head is next level today—can you keep up?! 🧠🔥Lollapalooza rumors are swirling! Who’s headlining this year?! 🎶🤔Turn it up, Chicago! Listen now on #iHeartRadio! 🎧🔥


The Pit Brothers Take Over! Free Chainsaws & Stolen Booty
03/18/2025

Maria’s still on vacation, so Marris & Michael aka The Pit Brothers are running the show! That means more chaos, more giveaways, and even dumber criminals! 🚔💃🍕
It’s FREE CHAINSAW FRIDAY! Yep, we’re giving away chainsaws & Offspring tickets! 🎟🔪National Pi Day – 3.14! What’s the best pie ever? Listeners call in to battle it out! 🥧🔥A guy got arrested for stealing… LAPDANCES?! Is that technically stealing booty?! 😂Fun to the Head: Another listener steps up for Offspring tickets!Michael’s Rock Report:Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees announced! 🎸The Offspring announce a summer tour! ☀️What’s up with Foo Fighters' secret project?! 👀Chicago, turn i