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The official podcast of Big Boom Radio - Both barrels from both sides, and a lot of good music too.... more
FAQs about Riffs N Rants:How many episodes does Riffs N Rants have?The podcast currently has 178 episodes available.
January 26, 2022Episode 98 - Baloney, Cheese, and Meat LoafMichael and Johnny talk voting rights and political one upmanship. PLUS we talk about a new take on super-heroics courtesy of Peacemaker and The Boys. Featuring musical selections from the Dead Kennedys, Kid Rock, and Meat Loaf....more57minPlay
January 17, 2022Episode 97 - Insurrections Are Common During PubertyJohnny and Michael discuss the legacy of the "Insurrection" and how conflicting partisan narratives muddy the waters. ALSO - China's lament: Lots of Space, but a bit Musky. Featuring musical selections by Pink Floyd, David Bowie, and the late Ronnie Spector....more57minPlay
December 19, 2021Episode 96 - Flushing The Yule LogJohnny and Michael discuss the phenomenon of "Kamikaze Pundits" and news personalities that fly too close to the sun. PLUS....Johnny skewers holiday staples and laments holiday tropes we'll never see. With musical selections by No Doubt, John Popper & BB King, and the Dropkick Murphys....more52minPlay
December 13, 2021Episode 95 - 80's Arcana And Avian AssassinsMichael Sean Lee drives the bus to crazyville- and Hollywood's growing obsession with treating the 1980's like the 1880's. PLUS...BIRDS ARE REAL...aren't they? With musical selections by the Police, Bruce Springsteen, and Steve Miller....more49minPlay
December 06, 2021Episode 94 - BEST OF Vol. 4A collection of thoughts, skits, and snips from the last 25 episodes featuring Johnny, Michael, Jon, Andy, and Professor Snuff. With music by Van Halen and Skid Row....more51minPlay
November 29, 2021Episode 93 - Ferris Bueller's Day Of ReckoningJohnny and Michael go back to the Big 80's and look at things thru the lens of Woke culture. And then we kick puppies. No really- 80's pop culture was a scary place and we break down some things that just wouldn't fly today.. PLUS our Top Albums of the 80's! Featuring music by Gary Numan, The Cars, and INXS....more1h 10minPlay
November 22, 2021Episode 92 - DOOM! GLOOM! VAVA-VOOM!Johnny and MSL discuss the trials and tribulations of justice in America, by way of the cherubic vigilante, Kyle Rittenhouse. PLUS we look fondly on famous judges of stage and screen- because they're SO much more entertaining than the real thing- or at least less obnoxious. Featuring music by Johnny Cash, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and Warren Zevon....more57minPlay
November 15, 2021Episode 91 - Spoiled SportsJohnny and MSL tackle big time sports in a big time way- pointing fingers and throwing zingers. PLUS...Lyrically Speaking goes back to the 80's....PLUS 2 special goodbyes from the broadcasting community....more1h 5minPlay
November 08, 2021Episode 90 - Waving A Red CapeCatching that post-election Crimson Wave! Michael and Johnny trade notes on the surprising upsets from Tuesday...and discuss some causes and effects on the big picture. PLUS- superhero movies that need to be made NOW- when we need them the most....more1h 3minPlay
November 01, 2021Episode 89 - Shootout At The Woke K CorralMichael and Johnny discuss the nuances of the tragic shooting on the set of "Rust". PLUS we flex our full nerd plumage as we discuss the pros and cons of Dune Part One. Spicy!...more1h 3minPlay
FAQs about Riffs N Rants:How many episodes does Riffs N Rants have?The podcast currently has 178 episodes available.