Blk & Blu Podcast

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Welcome back to another episode of the Blk & Blu Podcast! In this week's episode, the guys kick things off with a good old fashioned intervention. Blake seems to have a "problem" with seatbelts (and getting to work on time) so Kyle sets some new boundaries. To make him feel better, Kyle presents Blake with a gift from a listener...shoutout David!

Next up, the guys get patriotic while reacting to the Canada vs USA hockey game and talk about their home defense course, because nothing screams 'Merica like beating Canadians and protecting your home...*insert bald eagle screech here*

To wrap things up, Kyle shares how his past weekend went- which consisted of IV therapy, Christian comedy shows, and a lot of note-taking... all the things you learn to appreciate as you approach your mid-40's. We hope you enjoy the banter in this one, but if you don't, Blake is already blaming Apple for it. Let's get into it.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Jumping In The Ring

2:33 Blake Was Late “Because of Apple”

4:37 Intervention: Blake’s Problem with Seatbelts

11:00 Tattoo Talk

12:24 Blake’s New Friend & Pirate Lore

16:35 Pouring Gas on a Fire

28:21 Hockey Brawls…USA! USA! USA!

32:56 Home Defense Course & Safeguarding Ourselves

39:35 Kyle Met Listeners and Gave Advice

45:43 Blake Tries to Be Funny

47:10 Kyle’s Past Weekend feat. Special Guest

53:19 IV Therapy

56:14 Christian Comedy Shows

1:00:43 Outro

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We are BACK baby! We are back…with an all new episode of the Blk & Blu Podcast! In this week’s episode, the guys recap their trip to Shot Show in Sin City…aka Las Vegas. Knowing these two, it didn’t go how you’d expect. In fact, Blake returned deathly ill with the “China virus”, leaving Kyle (and Starship Commander) no choice but to mask-up.

To kick off the episode, Kyle shares some insight on the Safariland x Unit Solutions livestream they did and how he spent his 20th year wedding anniversary. In true Blk & Blu fashion, Blake is the bearer of bad news (see what I did there) and informs Kyle that the courthouse where he got married is now a jail…how romantic! The guys then discuss the flight to Vegas, and how security at the hotel was more difficult than the airport. Of course, they break down the Gundies, recount meeting some heroes, and even talk about pedicures. Yeah, that happened. There’s quite a lot to unpack in this episode (not Nicole’s suitcase though) so slap that play button and let’s get into it.

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Timestamps:

0:00 The Sickest Intro of All Time

4:10 Identity: Commanders & Troopers

5:57 The Troubles of Running a Tight Ship

8:28 Live from Shot Show: Kyle, Safariland, and Unit Solutions

9:48 Kyle’s 20th Anniversary Recap

14:25 Dual Purpose Buildings & Wedding Witnesses

17:35 Starting the Shot Show Trip & Snacks on a Plane

24:34 Airport vs Hotel Security

28:22 Blakeypoo’s First Pedicure

35:54 The Sights and Smells of a Casino

40:59 Shot Show Security & Hotel Quality

45:20 The Gundies: Attire & Old Friends

49:59 Bathroom Bromances & Award Winners

56:39 Being In Good Company & The Word Hero

1:03:44 Blake Met His Hero

1:06:57 Thank You All

1:08:07 One Last Story…Blake’s Complaints

1:10:10 Outro

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Welcome back to the Blk & Blu Podcast, the internet's top source for pirate knowledge and soft-bullying! This week, Blake and Kyle kick things off by finally addressing the million dollar question...what bracelets are they wearing? They then discuss Blake's tendency to use Urban Dictionary, and how it might be his downfall. Speaking of downfalls, the guys finally agree it's time to cut Starship Commander some slack...well, maybe not but a guy can dream, right??

In preparation for Shot Show, Kyle recounts some memories from the past, and Blake shares his hopes for this trip...hopefully he doesn't get stranded in a snow storm like his last outing. This episode dives deep into the milestones of life, as Blake talks Christmas traditions, and Kyle shares the bittersweet realization that his kids are all grown up...Blake would say the same but his neighbor's yard might argue otherwise- you'll see what I mean later. To wrap up, the guys talk therapy, Chris Fettes, and of course end with some more pirate facts. Whether you're here for laughs or a little life wisdom, this episode has it all. Let's get into it.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro…With Energy

1:45 Breaking the Silence: Blu Bracelets

4:55 Blake’s Go-To Source of Information

7:04 Cut the Commander Some Slack

8:09 Kyle’s 20th Anniversary In Vegas

11:20 Shot Show Scaries

15:03 Unit Solutions Needs a Starship Commander

17:35 Stranded in a Snow Storm

23:24 Late Christmas with Blake’s Family

28:20 Kyle’s Kids Going To College

33:43 Father Time & Sneaky Kids

38:39 New Driver Mistakes: Ruining Yards & Breaking Axles

47:00 Cruisin’ For a Bruisin’...Blake Got Bullied By Preteens

50:18 Therapy & Getting In-Tune With Yourself

58:11 Chris Fettes: Good Human Being

1:01:18 Outro…But First A Pirate Fact

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Welcome back to the Blk & Blu Podcast, the show where Blake & Kyle clipfarm for an hour and some change! In this week’s episode, the guys kick things off by finally putting an end to the bell situation…whether or not it was an appropriate response is for you all to decide. Blake tries, and fails, to show some love to his wife, and the guys talk about their respective Christmas dinners- let’s just say Blake will be joining the Morgans this year. It wouldn’t be a Blk & Blu episode without Blake sharing yet another horror story about his Airbnb (there’s a common denominator here) or his love for pirates…we’re talking mutinies, pirate divers, the whole shabang.

Naturally, the conversation derails as the guys talk about the upcoming Gundies, and how Blake feels robbed of his shot at Most Dapper…maybe he should wear the Santa suit more often. For those of you hoping to claim the “$100 Nickname & Slap” contest, a brave student has already secured the victory…you can still call him Blakeypoo though. In case you’re here for education purposes, Kyle dives into Mark Zuckerberg's recent Meta policy updates, the Canadian Prime Minister’s resignation, and a little geography pop quiz- that bridge to Alaska won’t build itself. Mix in a couple inappropriate jokes here and there, and this episode feels like 8th grade recess all over again. You won’t leave this episode any smarter, but you’ll definitely be entertained. Let’s get into it.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro…No More Bells

3:24 Movin’ Microphones & Mutinies

9:17 Blake Tries to Show Some Love

14:44 The Gift of Giving & Frozen Turkeys

18:00 Johnny on the Spot: New Wheels

22:35 Kyle’s Christmas Traditions

25:46 Blake’s Bad Luck with BnB’s & Rimshots

29:46 The Voter’s Choice…Gundies Edition

37:02 Slapping the Blakeypoo Giveaway Winner

41:04 Blake’s Favorite Student, The Pirate Diver

48:47 Checkin’ In with Zuck: Facebook’s New Policies

59:00 Canadian Prime Minister’s Resignation

1:01:50 Geography Knowledge: Not Everyone Has It

1:10:51 Outro

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It might be a new year, but it’s the same old podcast! Welcome back to another episode of Blk & Blu, where Blake blacks out for an hour and Kyle bullies him for it…to be expected. In all seriousness, the guys kick things off with a discussion on their jam-packed holidays, from Thanksgiving, to Starship Commander’s birthday (some serious serenading goes on here), and eventually unpacking the Christmas Special. We know it might come as a surprise, but Kyle was NOT stoked to be Santa’s #1 Elf.

Of course, the guys address the elephant in the room, or I guess the aircraft in the sky, and talk drones. Yes they can see you. Yes they are there. No, Blake and Kyle are not wearing their nods to see them clearly at night. Sorry folks. Blake shares an interesting clip of a one-armed fighter, then immediately dives into a story on how he got jumped at church camp…I’m wondering if there’s a correlation there. They talk about insurance fraud (AGAIN) and about Kyle hurting his back (AGAIN, but way less cool) and then wrap up with an update on their adoption attempts. Yeah, it’s that kind of episode, it’s chaos wrapped in a shiny New Year’s bow. Let’s get into it.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

3:28 Checkin’ In…More Like Fit Check

4:59 Kyle Scrooge: Dressing Up for the Christmas Special

9:04 Shake It Like You Mean It: Thanksgiving Competitions

12:06 Blake’s Message to the Bike Drive Supporters

14:07 Starship Commander Runs a Tight Ship

15:53 Let’s Talk Drones…Yes They Can See You

27:49 Getting Recognized From This Podcast

31:08 Serenading Starship Commander For His Birthday

33:46 Marney Maxx: The One Armed Wonder

36:32 Bullying Builds Character, Especially At Church Camp

37:47 Bear With Us…We’re Talking Insurance Fraud Again

45:42 Ergonomic or Ironic? Office Chairs & Back Pain

51:19 Cat’s Out of the Bag: Don’t Lie on Adoption Applications

1:02:14 Outro

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‘Tis the season! Welcome back to the Blk & Blu Podcast, where we’re celebrating the holidays with a special Christmas edition episode! You’re in for a treat, as Blake & Kyle celebrate the only way they know how, by committing to the bit…well at least Blake did. We kick things off with Blake sharing the story of his first time dressing up as Santa (it clearly wasn’t the punishment it was intended to be) and what he’ll bring to the Morgan household on Christmas…Georgie may be in for a rude awakening. Kyle shares how he’d love to be Superman (minus Kryptonite) and they discuss their love for training and connecting with supporters. Blake shares his newfound relief after his therapeutic interview with Shawn, and how it’s helped law enforcement viewers themselves.

It wouldn’t be a Blk & Blu episode without pirates and gangs, as Blake clears the air on some things he said online. To wrap it all up (with a big silver bow) the guys share a heartfelt message from a supporter, discuss their 10 year plan, and make some rather unusual requests…trust me, you won’t want to miss this one! What are you waiting for? Let’s get into it.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro & Christmas Presents

2:14 Santa & His #1 Elf: Merry Christmas, Mofos!

7:58 Santa Claws: Delivering Cats on Christmas feat. Bonnie

11:31 What Would Kyle’s Superpower Be?

13:27 Holiday Check In: Training All Ages

20:52 Mental Health & Connecting With Blake’s Story

27:44 Blake’s Relief After SRS Interview

32:57 The LE Community & Learning About Gangs

40:10 Say What You Mean & Mean What You Say

44:54 Ad Break: Brought To You By BBS

46:09 Holiday Sweets: Sharing a Message From a Supporter

54:07 Glimpse Into The Future: Goals for the Next 10 Years

58:07 Outro? Not Quite: Throwing Jeff Under the Bus

1:03:03 Foot Massages & Safety Hazards

1:04:51 The Actual Outro

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Welcome back to the Blk & Blu Podcast! In today’s episode, the guys tackle everything from what not to do on the range (we won’t name names here) to what movies would represent their lives (insert yet another Jake Gyllenhaal meme here). Blake reveals how he is in fact not tougher than the sun, and how Kyle fell out of a helicopter…it’s honesty hour folks. Then, things get a little too real when they dive into a bizarre school notice about fines for a certain…personal activity…you won’t believe what the kids are doing these days. It’s not all fun and games though, as Blake thanks Kyle for his military service, and how he’ll forever be jealous of Kyle’s time as a Seal. All jokes aside, this episode is a good one- you don’t want to miss it. Well, you’re already here, so might as well hit that play button. Let’s get into it.

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0:00 Intro

2:20 The Nine Year Anniversary of Radisson Blu Hotel Attack

7:20 The Life of Traveling Instructors

16:45 Lessons on the Range: Stress & Sunburns

22:16 Blake Blacks Out…Again

23:31 School Pride: What’s Going on in C Hallway?

27:21 The Talk No One Wants to Have (Especially with the Plumber)

29:37 Fast Roping: Kyle Falls, Blake Panics, and Kids Applaud

39:09 Bearing The Consequences of Insurance Fraud

42:04 If Our Lives Were Movies: Comparing Cops & Cowboys

52:27 Dude…That’s Stolen Valor

56:08 Outro & More Butt Rock

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Welcome back to the Blk & Blu Podcast! In episode 2, we kick things off with Blake sharing the nightmarish weekend getaway he had (yes, it includes CQB in an Airbnb) and how he met Blackbeard's grandson...in great detail. Kyle shares his recent injury news (insert Jake Gyllenhaal meme here) and how it's not stopping him from living his dreams of becoming a podcaster. They talk fellowship, advice Blake would give his younger self, and the burning question - what did Kyle wear to workout in Afghanistan? It's as patriotic as it gets. So buckle up, because things are about to get weird - let's get into it.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

1:30 Catching Up

2:58 Pro Tip: Don’t Let Granny Pet-Sit

4:16 Camping in the War Wagon with Blackbeard Grylls

8:02 The Explorer Room: Check-In & Freak-Out

19:08 One Bed, Two Hosts, and an Intern on the Hotel Floor

20:35 CQB in the Airbnb: Blake’s Radisson Blu

26:04 Ad Break: Zyn Please Sponsor Us

26:41 Blake Meets the Grandson of Blackbeard: All the Details

39:38 Kyle’s Back is Broken, but He’s Still Going (Sort Of)

43:30 Progress, Podcasting, and Plans for the Future

48:53 Fellowship & Validating One Another

53:13 Blake’s Advice to His Younger Self

1:00:48 The Burning Question: Kyle’s Workout Attire in Afghanistan

1:05:25 Outro

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Welcome to the first episode of the Blu & Blu Podcast! In this pilot episode, we’re kicking things off with a little bit of everything — from how we came up with the name for this podcast (trust us, it’s not as simple as it sounds) to high school sports and getting saucy at Applebee’s. You’ll hear about what happens when you cheat on the ACT (spoiler: don’t do it), the time Blake paid $150 for a bottle of Five Hour Energy, and Kyle’s time in Desert Storm. It’s a little bit of everything — but mostly it’s us just telling it like it is. So, grab a seat and let’s get into it.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

1:10 How We Named Our Podcast

8:58 Shipwreck Scenario: Pirate, Partner, or Pup?

12:17 In-Person vs TV: Blake’s Take on Watching Sports

15:31 Navigating High School Sports: Our Experiences

18:25 Bragging Rights & Basketball: Friendly Competition

20:23 Kyle’s Turning Point: Overcoming Challenges to Graduate

25:50 Blake’s Turning Point: Switching Sports

33:51 Consequences of Cheating on the ACT

35:42 School Was Never Blake’s Thing

38:51 Boneless Wings & Getting Saucy at Applebee’s

41:49 From COD to 11B: Blake’s Enlistment Experience

48:34 Shady Recruiters & Taking the ASVAB Twice

56:26 Military XP & Training LE: Bad Cop Bad Cop

58:41 Surviving on Sheetz & Uncrustables

59:31 Outro