Hardly Focused

A big announcement is made during the first 15 minutes of this episode, regarding the future of this podcast. / Jack is recovering from the flu. Coincidentally, the prospect of a flu shot doesn't sound so bad. / With the Coronavirus pandemic in full swing, Fro recounts the 2005 "Corrupted Blood" incident in World of Warcraft. / Coronavirus porn is now a thing. Don't act so surprised. / The minds behind the Chernobyl mini-series are producing a series for HBO based on The Last of Us. Somewhere, Jack is screaming in glee like a little girl. - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

This episode of Talk Radio Meltdown is a eulogy for 107.3 WAAF. This podcast exists because of WAAF. The station's legacy and impact is enough to warrant a full episode-and-a-half to commemorating. - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

For the first time in Talk Radio Meltdown’s decade-long existence, a baby is in the studio. / Jack does a really good, incredibly accurate impression of Randy Newman. Do not let anyone tell you otherwise. / Infamous radio host Rush Limbaugh announces he has lung cancer. Elsewhere, President Danny Tramp awards Limbaugh while remarking on his own misfortunes. / 36,000 Flash games are available to download from Flashpoint’s archive. That’s nearly 300GB of childhood memories! / Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer has a lot of pastimes. Notably, they all involve shooting herself in the feet. - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

Happy Palindrome Day! / The sports world is still shaken over the sudden passing of Kobe Bryant. Perhaps the Super Bowl ads that haven’t already been posted online will cheer up folks? / “We have huge news to talk about, but we’re talking about microwaves over here. Jeez.” / Wow! Does Owen Wilson enjoy System of a Down, Faith No More, Korn, and/or Helmet? Wow! / Corona Light Virus - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

Jack and Fro enjoy making exuberant purchases. However, bills and mortgages should eventually be paid. / Sadly, we now live in a world without Neil Peart. On the contrary, we continue to live in a world with Brad Pitt and his charm. / How Fucking Dumb Are You? / What’s the easiest way to raise relief funds for both Puerto Rico and Australia? Tits and phallic objects! - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

Jack is operating off a few hours’ sleep. This is also Big Red’s final episode before the birth of his son. Soon, Red will join the ranks of the sleep-deprived. / Radio host Don Imus has left this mortal coil at age 79. / Big Red is down a gall bladder. / This Week In... / Jack makes it known that he is not a fan of Imagine Dragons. / Evidently, New York City parking meters are not programmed to function properly in 2020. Meanwhile, underage cartoon bullies in Michigan are caught operating a horse and buggy under the influence. / When you were acting like a little shit, did your parents address you by your full name? - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

Jack hopes everyone has finished their Christmas shopping. Someone who’s already on top of their game is 50 Cent. When one has money, one can shut down an entire Toys R Us so their kid can go nuts. / In radio news, a husband-and-wife team are out of jobs at KNUS – the anus of Denver! Host Chuck Bonniwell would rather a school shooting occur so the country can stop talking about the impeachment of President Peach. / This Week In television and film news! / This entire segment spoils the new Star Wars entry, The Rise of Skywalker. As of writing, this film is in theaters, and coincidentally destroying its feline competition. If you have yet to see the conclusion of one of the greatest sagas in film history, stop listening here! - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

Jack schools the room on Microsoft's newest gadget, the Xbox Series X. Jack is already affectionately calling it the "Xbox SeX." / This Week In Power Rangers film reboots that nobody asked for, and the Sonic the Hedgehog film / The (Not So) Super Secret Star Wars Segment - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

Gone viral this past week is the Peloton commercial starring “Grace from Boston.” Jack thinks most things that go viral and cause outrage are done somewhat intentionally. Ironically, this particular ad triggers anger in the most head-scratching of ways. / This week in films, music, and more! / To quote the song “AFK” by Pinback – “Nobody uses the phone anymore.” Why? Scammers, spoofers, and riff-raff! - www.talkradiomeltdown.com

New England’s first winter storm of the season is fast approaching / Red and Kate share tales of awkward moments at the dinner table / This week in overdue film sequels, The Simpsons, and music! / The problem with movie previews / Danny DeVito as The Wolverine - Make it happen! - www.talkradiomeltdown.com