The Basement Lounge

The Basement Lounge

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The Basement Lounge episodes

  • SNL Rejects

    Who are some famous actors that never made it on SNL? What did Dane Cook really contribute to comedy? Is Paul Rudd a vampire?

    This week, Mike & Mike talk about:

    • Actors who were rejected by Saturday Night Live.
    • How Dane Cook shaped the modern comedy industry.
    • Paul Rudd is forever young.

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      30 min
    • Dark vs. Offensive

      When is something so funny that it's no longer offensive? And at a comedy club in Shea's old stomping grounds, a big fight broke out between the comic and a member of the audience. Meanwhile, Wells breaks down just how awesome Kobra Kai is.

      This week, Mike & Mike talk about:

      • Fights at comedy clubs.
      • Kobra Kai is on Netflix and it's awesome.
      • Blurring the lines between offensive and funny.

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        51 min
      • Interview with Breana Gabriel | The VIP Table #4

        Welcome to The VIP Table! A special private seating with special guests that's driven by you, the viewers. 

        This month's guest is Breana Gabriel, a life coach and aspiring podcaster. Breana tells us about her love for building positivity and manifesting desires.

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        43 min
      • So Funny We Hate It

        Have you ever seen something so clever and creative that it makes you mad? Will the HOR make Juneteenth a federal holiday?* And why won't DC let Batman please his woman?

        This week, Mike & Mike talk about:

        • Comedy so good it makes you hate comedy.
        • Juneteenth on the road to becoming a federal holiday.*
        • Batman isn't allowed to go down on Catwoman.

          • *We recorded this episode on Tuesday, June 15th. Prior to this episode's release, the Juneteenth bill passed in the HOR. Please excuse our slightly outdated info in this episode...we can't see into the future.

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          42 min
        • Hedberg, Giraldo, & O'Neal

          Reflecting on the careers of Mitch Hedberg, Greg Giraldo, & Patrice O'Neal: three great comics that died far too young. How would their brand of comedy handled today's cancel culture & political climate?

          This week, Mike & Mike talk about:

          • The talent of three comedy legends gone before their time
          • Being cancelled vs. facing consequences
          • Amy Schumer is bored

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            37 min
          • Teaching A Class

            In lieu of a traditional episode, we'd like to share with you a great moment from May. Shea was invited to speak to a class of high schoolers that were taking a class on podcasting, and a great time was had by all!

            Who knows, even YOU might learn a thing or two!

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            1 hr 1 min
          • Interview with Travis Brown | The VIP Table #3

            Welcome to The VIP Table! A special private seating with special guests that's driven by you, the viewers. 

            Today's guest is Travis Brown, the mastermind behind Pod Decks. Travis is a podcaster and entrepreneur who's cultivated a strong, growing community of podcast enthusiasts with his sound advice and key tips.

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            41 min
          • The Most Drunk Ever

            Shea spent the weekend drinking Columbus dry with friends. Time for some crazy drinking stories! Did you know Shea goes camping with pirates every summer? And what exactly is his problem with Joe Rogan, anyway? Plus, Shea has a bone to pick with his sister's cat.

            This week, Mike & Mike talk about:

            • Their craziest drinking stories.
            • The reason Shea doesn't like Joe Rogan.
            • Cats.

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              33 min
            • Blue Balls & Purple P*ssies (with Jesse Nutt)

              Special guest Jesse Nutt is in the studio! Dave Chappelle is charging HOW MUCH for tickets? What will come first when the pandemic is over: babies or divorces? And who the hell cheats on Halle Berry?

              This week, Mike & Mike (and Jesse) talk about:

              • Dave Chappelle is charging over $150 for tickets.
              • The next baby boom vs. the next divorce boom.
              • Beautiful women whose husbands blow it.

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                49 min

              About The Basement Lounge

              From the publisher's feed

              Hosted by a couple of foul-mouthed comedians that want to find a funny light in a dark place, give you the everyman's view of a world gone mad. We'll make you laugh, we'll make you think, and most importantly, we'll make you question our sanity.