Mike channels his inner Don Draper and saddles up with an Old Fashioned for this show. Nutella is causing fights in France. What is the big deal behind this? Brian wished Happy Birthday to Paul Stanley a few days ago. Mike delves into what drives someone to be a fanatic or a groupie for a band. Mike presents his Throwback Track for the week.

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In this MINISODE, Mike & Brian place their Super Bowl bets. Brian has to deal with the Vikings not being in this game on their turf. Mike & Brian were involved in a few events promoting "The Big Game" while in radio. Somehow, Tom Hanks is brought up in all of this.

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Mike & Brian discuss how giveaways, stunts and events are all used to garner listeners. They talk about some of their favorite promotions. Also, what voices are used on the air and Mike's pen pal he got from a chat room. This week's Throwback Track is by a band you know, that has ties to Madison, WI.

Mike hated Brian the first time that he met him? Mike and Brian talk about live broadcast hits and misses. Brian admits something for the very first time about a live shot for his first station. Why it is difficult to go back into a strip club. Mike's Throwback Track is the perfect compliment to this episode. Thanks for listening!

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Mike is taking down a wall that represents his youth. Mike throws out what he feels is the most overrated band of the 90's. Our Throwback Track is from the 90's as well.

Mike & Brian talk about their biggest career moments in radio. This leads to a discussion about the band, Sevendust. What happened when the show was shut down due to it being over capacity? Mike reveals his Throwback Track for the week.

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Mike almost ends this podcast with his Unpopular Opinion of the Week. Mike & Brian talk about workplace bathroom etiquette as it relates to bringing in your water bottle. Is Brian interested in the return of the XFL? Mike & Brian introduce a new feature, the Throwback Track.

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Mike does not really like celebrating the holidays. It could be because of: Christmas music starting way too early, his idea of a White Elephant gift, Adam Sandler's current viability as an actor, or the way he used HBO to his advantage as a kid. This one runs off the rails quickly.

Mike & Brian talk about their start in radio and starting this podcast. In the Unpopular Opinion of the Week, Mike does not like the "Dilly Dilly" commercial.