The Five Count

This episode of The Five Count featured an exclusive interview with musician Tad Doyle. Tad is best known as the founder and frontman for the band TAD. He also played with bands like Hog Molly and Brothers of the Sonic Cloth. During the show he discussed running Witch Ape Studio, his thoughts on being a pioneer of grunge music, and his new solo album Forgotten Sciences. Get your copy now!

During the rest of the show Ton explained how he recovered from COVID, we talked about good grunge music and bad breakfasts, and discussed Doogie Howser, M.D. in great detail. We are the Doogie Howser of public radio!

During this episode of The Five Count we discussed all the hot old-lady gossip we overheard down at the post office, told the tale of the time ALF first visited Earth, and listened to Ton and hack and wheeze from his quarantine shed. He finally got COVID!

This episode of The Five Count featured an exclusive interview with musician Richard Williams. Richard is best known as the founder and guitarist for Kansas. He’s played on hits liker Dust in the Wind, Carry On Wayward Son, Point of Know Return and many more. During the show he discussed the 50th anniversary of Kansas, the influence the band has had over the years, and the new “Another Fork in the Road” tour. See them live on July 14 at the State Theatre in Minneapolis!

During the rest of the show we whined about missing the Taylor Sweet concerts, revealed Ton was really Larry Csonka from American Gladiators, and we celebrated Independence Day by playing all our favorite patriotic songs. God bless America!

This episode of The Five Count featured an exclusive interview with Blackie Lawless. Blackie is best known as the founder and singer for the band W.A.S.P. He also played in bands like Circus Circus and London. During the show he discussed his experience battling the Parents Music Resource Center, his memories of appearing in the film The Dungeonmaster, and W.A.S.P.’s “The 40th Never Stops” tour. See W.A.S.P. on Aug. 16 at The Fillmore in Minneapolis!

During the rest of the show we discussed the forgotten trend of wrapping toilets in carpet, heard from a guy who called from a haunted mall, and decided which Kool-Aid flavors would taste best injected into bratwurst. The obvious answer is Great Bludini!

During this episode of The Five Count we learned all about astrology for dogs, Ton explained how he got a gash on his head after a potty training mishap, and we played all our favorite songs for our dads. Happy Father’s Day!

This episode of The Five Count featured an exclusive interview with voice actor Carey Means. Carey is best known as the voice of “Frylock” on the TV show Aqua Teen Hunger Force. He also provided voices for shows like The Brak Show and Welcome to the Wayne. During the show he discussed how he got into the voice-acting business, the longevity of “Frylock” and Aqua Teen Hunger Force, and the new film Aqua Teen Forever: Plantasm. Get your copy today!

During the rest of the show we discussed why rocky road ice cream is gross, heard numerous messages and well-wishes from our gentle listeners, and celebrated the 19-year anniversary of The Five Count. As a gift, Ton received a copy of Sister Act on VHS!

The Five Count recently had a chance to speak with actor Emilio Rivera. Emilio is best known as the character “Marcus Álvarez” on the TV shows Sons of Anarchy and Mayans M.C. He’s also appeared in films like The Cable Guy, Con Air, Spider-Man 3, Venom and 3 from Hell. See Emilio in the new season of Mayans M.C. now on FX!

During this episode of The Five Count we paid tribute to Tina Turner, heard from some newlyweds at a Janet Jackson concert, and Ton explained how his ruptured calf implant has impacted his day-to-day life. Sadly, his soccer-playing days are over!

During this episode of The Five Count we discussed the joys of owning a pontoon, went on a trip to the Whispering Woods with She-Ra, and read old issues of Ninja magazine. We’re getting pretty good with a bo staff!

The Five Count recently had a chance to speak with musician Ross Jennings. Ross is best known as the founder and singer for the band Haken. He’s also played with bands like Redados and Novena. See Haken on June 2 at the Fine Line in Minneapolis!