Bingo Is Life: A Post-Bingo Harrisonburg Podcast

We welcome Courtney King and Luis Lojo this week to talk about their production of Samuel Beckett’s “End Game” at Eastern Mennonite University. Courtney talks about the experience of directing her father, the comedy in an apocalyptic Beckett play, and of course, the opportunities of performing this type of show in our supportive town. 

Another great conversation for our theatre friends! 

A few mentions:

Visit the hub  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com 

Transports of Joy - https://www.facebook.com/p/Transports-of-Joy-61594347253212/

Endgame Press Release

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Silent Dave speaks! We welcome our friend and bassist extraordinaire - Dave Abbott! We have been playing music with Dave for nearly 3 decades and he offered to join us in our conversation about our latest recording experience with the band, Dr. How and the Reasons to Live.

We recorded at the Sill and Glade recording studio in Mt. Solon VA. We cannot recommend it highly enough for our creative friends. If you are looking for an inspirational space with professional sound, reach out to CJ and book a time. You will not regret it!

A few mentions:

Join the fun with us!  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com 

Sill and Glade - Cabin Recording Studio - https://sillandgladecabin.com/

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Meet Luke Smith. He shares the quintessential story of how a person, with life’s possibilities floating like feathers in the wind, finds a home in the Friendly City.  

Luke has such an insightful and positive view of our local scene! With his experience in real estate, a spouse who runs a small business, a child in the city schools, he has a front row seat to what makes this town tick! 

A few mentions:

Get on our mail list!  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com 

Luke Smith - The Substack article we discuss: https://runningwithluke.substack.com/p/harrisonburg-30

House next to Restless Moons for sale: https://lukesmith.funkhousergroup.com/property/148-wolfe-street-w-harrisonburg-va-22802/109759347/

This week we are joined by the owner of the newly renovated Table 1888, formerly known as The Joshua Wilton House. Just an FYI - the cool people call it, The 88.

Ethan shares his story of the new restaurant and the new vibe. He tells us about the “Just More Fun” ethos that tries to honor the rich history of this location while building a path to something new and exciting! Go visit and see the great changes for yourself!

A few mentions:

Our creative universe:  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com 

Table 1888 - https://table1888.com/

We have the great fortune to meet with a local musician’s musician, Perry Blosser! As a “hired gun” Perry has the opportunity to play with lots of local groups and has great insight on our homefront scene.

He shares his story of how he started, what he’s doing, and where he’s going. And all the while gives a kind nod to the people, the community, and of course, the music we are all so fortunate to have nearby.

A few mentions:

Go get that merch!  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com 

Perry Blosser - 

Playing with Ebony Nicole @ The Music Hall in Lynchburg - https://academycenter.org/event/ebony-nicole-and-friends/

At the Get Tight Lounge (RVA) with Rebecca Porter - https://calendar.gettightrva.com/shows/two-steppin-tuesday-s-w-rebecca-porter-22-sep

And opening for SG Goodman with Jacob Ritter at the Broadberry -

https://thebroadberry.com/event/s-g-goodman-w-jacob-ritter-of-the-wilson-springs-hotel/the-broadberry-2/richmond-virginia/

For those who understand the joy a bubble can bring! We welcome a first time guest, Price Crenshaw, proprietor of Bubbles By The Burg. Price tells us how her travels led her to find the beauty of the bubble and eventually led her here to our own little burg!

Price reminds us how creative our Harrisonburg entrepreneurs can be and how lucky we are to have them here!

A few mentions:

Info on the band, the pod, the gameshow and more!  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com 

Bubbles By The Burg - https://www.bubblesbytheburg.com/

Bubbles By The Burg social - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557591443701

Jonathan Stewart returns to talk about his improv inspired play, “Agree To Disagree.”  Also with us are two folks from the cast, Brian Smallwood and Alan Diehl.

If you are a fan of improv, you need to listen to this episode! Whether you want to find great local improv to watch or are interested in finding an improv group to join, this conversation shines a nice light on our fantastic scene! 

A few mentions:

Visit our hub!  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com 

BandCamp - Dr. How album with extra tracks! - https://drhowandthereasonstolive.bandcamp.com/album/frisky-biscuit-live-2026

Agree to Disagree - https://www.facebook.com/events/1589756705997293/1589756709330626/

Rocktown Improv - https://www.facebook.com/rocktownimprov/

Friendly City Fables - https://www.facebook.com/friendlycityfables/

Jonathan Stewart - https://www.facebook.com/jonathanpstewart

Brian Smallwood - https://www.facebook.com/BrianMacInnisSmallwood

Alan Diehl - https://www.facebook.com/alan.diehl.3

“Something New” by the Steel Wheels - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHqk_1Op4Do

Okay. This one gets weird. Read on.

We have the unique opportunity to meet one of Mumshackles’ favorite characters: Hagrietta! We learn a little bit about Mums, her background in theatre and how she finds her inspiration and direction for her improv work.

And then... Hagrietta appears and the show goes off the rails. Fun time!

A few mentions:

Questions? Join us!  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com Or email us at [email protected]

Get a beer and enjoy the vibe at our favorite Harrisonburg brewery!  https://www.RestlessMoons.com/

Duckpin bowling meets pizza in a basement! https://RubysArcade.com/ 

Visit Hagrietta at The Friendly City Fables! - https://www.facebook.com/friendlycityfables

Brian Webb shares his search for his own community and how he found it here in Harrisonburg! A proud lead volunteer for the Levit Family Foundation, Brian proves that getting involved in volunteer service is a great way to find your place!

So follow your passion folks! Find something you love and surround yourself with good people!

A few mentions:

-Wanna be a sponsor? Join us!  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com Or email us at [email protected]

Levitt Amp Music Series - https://www.downtownharrisonburg.org/levitt-amp-music-series

Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance - https://www.downtownharrisonburg.org/

July 19th 6-8pm - Joslyn & The Sweet Compression - https://www.facebook.com/share/19BhFYkYas/

Andy Perrine joins us to share how he landed in Harrisonburg and helped shape the city we know today.

His work with the Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance continues to keep our lovable home a place worth chatting about!

A few mentions:

Join!  https://www.BrothersHowdyshell.com

Drink!  https://www.RestlessMoons.com/

Bowl! https://RubysArcade.com/ 

Andy Perrine FB - https://www.facebook.com/andy.perrine.2025