The 406 Podcast

It’s been five years since we last tackled one of our favorite topics, so it’s time to fire up the lighters and get back to the power ballads!

Back in Episode #21, we revealed our Top Five Rock Power Ballads of all time. Then in Episode #53, we expanded our lists with picks #6 through #10. Now, in Episode #109 of The 406 Podcast, Pip and Chewie continue the countdown with Power Ballads #11 Through #15.

As always, these are our individual lists, which means plenty of debate, memories, stories, live performances, chart trivia, honorable mentions, and probably a few choices that will have you questioning our musical judgment.

We’re talking Bon Jovi, Prince, Heart, Warrant, Guns N’ Roses, Cheap Trick, Bryan Adams, Tesla, Roxette, Peter Cetera and more as we dig deeper into the songs that made the power ballad one of the greatest — and most gloriously over-the-top — parts of rock history.

Turn down the lights, grab your lighter, and get ready for five more power ballads from each of us.

What did we get right? What did we completely screw up? And which songs belong in YOUR Top 15?

Recorded August 13th, 2026

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After an extended break, Chewie and Pip return with one of their most wide-ranging conversations yet.

The episode begins with stories from Pip's unforgettable 50th birthday celebration, a Jimmy Buffett-themed party, and a weekend centered around Sammy Hagar's Best of All Worlds tour. From there, the discussion moves into documentaries about Michael Jackson and Hulk Hogan, the current state of professional wrestling, and the evolution of The 406 Podcast.

The second half explores artificial intelligence and whether it can responsibly restore classic music and films without sacrificing their original intent. The hosts also discuss George Lucas' Star Wars Special Editions, rumors surrounding Scream 7, and preview several highly anticipated upcoming films, including Spider-Man, Avengers: Doomsday, and Secret Wars. It's another laid-back conversation filled with nostalgia, movies, music, and pop culture.

Recorded June 18th, 2026

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Van Halen’s 5150 turns 40 — and we’re diving deep.

Joined by Jeff Tyler, we:

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Recorded March 26th, 2026

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Chewie and Pip are back for Episode 106 of The 411 From 406.

This episode starts with a full Scream 7 discussion, including opening-night reactions, surprise trailers, spoiler-heavy review talk, standout kills, the killer reveal, and where the franchise may go next. From there, Pip recaps Monday Night Raw in Indianapolis, and the guys talk through Elimination Chamber, the current WrestleMania build, and why this year feels a little different. They close with a conversation about the rumored Van Halen project built from Eddie’s archived recordings.

Warning: major Scream 7 spoilers in this episode.

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Recorded: March 5th, 2026

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Indiana is the 2026 National Champion.

Chewie and Pip break down IU’s unbelievable 16–0 season, the championship win, and what this means for Hoosier fans everywhere.

We also discuss:

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Recorded: February 5th, 2026

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In Episode 104 of The 411 From 406, Chewie and Pip are back with one of their most packed episodes yet.

The Indiana Hoosiers are Big Ten Champions and the #1 team in the nation, and we break down what this historic season means heading into the College Football Playoff. We dig into the bracket, potential matchups, and why IU is playing with house money.

From there, we tackle Notre Dame opting out of bowl season and whether the decision is fair, foolish, or simply the result of a broken system. We also discuss Michigan’s latest chaos, what it means for the program long-term, and how quickly things can unravel in college football.

On the pro side, we touch on the Colts’ quarterback situation and the very real possibility of Philip Rivers returning — somehow — once again.

We close the episode talking WWE and the end of an era, as John Cena prepares for his final match, what his retirement actually means, and why doing it once — and doing it right — matters.

Recorded December 11th, 2025 

Chewie and Pip get together to recap the Halloween season, talk about movies they've watched recently, what they're looking forward to in the coming year and much more!

Recorded November 20th, 2025

Pip and Chewie continue the spooky season with a top five list - this time their Favorite Horror Franchises!

Picks include EVERY film in the franchise, regardless of how good (or bad) they are. Discussion also includes the 'Murder Rate' of each franchise which is another metric to help in the rankings.  

This podcast sponsored by Scaretissue!

Recorded October 16th, 2025

Pip and Chewie kick off the spooky season with an in depth review of Rob Zombie's Halloween from 2007. 

This is the first 'deep dive' podcast since Episode 74 where they looked at, ironically enough, 2022's Halloween Ends.

This podcast sponsored by Scaretissue!

Recorded September 18th, 2025

Chewie and Pip have officially made it to Episode #100 of The 406 Podcast.

More than three months after their last episode, the guys return for a massive catch-up covering movies, television, wrestling, family, and everything else they've missed over the summer.

They discuss James Gunn's Superman, Cobra Kai, Sinners, The Devil's Advocate, the MCU, WWE's changing streaming landscape, SummerSlam, Seth Rollins, John Cena, Cody Rhodes, Brock Lesnar, Goldberg, and Bret Hart.

The conversation eventually turns to Hulk Hogan and the difficult task of reconciling the man with the larger-than-life wrestling character. Chewie and Pip discuss Hogan's complicated legacy, his importance to professional wrestling, the role Hulkamania played in their childhoods, and their favorite Hogan matches and moments.

Finally, they reflect on 100 episodes of The 406 Podcast—and look ahead to whatever comes next.

Recorded August 14th, 2025

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