The Josh and Friends Podcast

Episode 163: This week, the show welcomes brother Andy back to the show. We kick things off by discussing shrinking airline seats and some of the strange questions that come up while flying. We also talk about the Kardashian voice, a list of things Gen Z supposedly thinks are beneath them, and whether the cost of living in Seattle is really as high as people say it is. 

Later, we trade stories about crazy Phoenix drivers and talk about Quiet Riot's new lead singer and bands that continue touring without any original members. Finally, I reveal my list of the five cringiest songs ever recorded, and Andy gives his reactions. 

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:12 - Recap / Airline Seats
4:12 - Flying Curiosity
7:53 - The Kardashian Voice
10:11 - Working Girls
15:05 - 11 Things Gen Z Thinks Are Beneath Them
30:04 - Cost of Living / Taco Time
34:29 - Visiting Auburn & Spunky Monkey
37:14 - Crazy Phoenix Drivers
40:43 - STP & Godsmack / Tame Concerts
47:09 - New Quiet Riot Singer
54:58 - Bands w/ No Original Members
56:04 - The 5 Cringiest Songs in History
1:05:27 - Rest in Peace / Botched Execution
1:07:35 - Outro / Close

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Episode 162: This week, we head back 50 years to 1976 and rank our favorite rock albums from one of the biggest years in rock history. From hard rock and arena rock to punk, progressive rock, and everything in between, we break down our Top 5 picks and revisit the albums that defined the year. 

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:47 - Rock Music in 1976
2:58 - Ethan's Number 5
8:29 - John's Number 5
11:43 - Josh's Number 5
17:19 - Ethan's Number 4
19:21 - John's Number 4
23:53 - Josh's Number 4
25:41 - Ethan's Number 3
28:28 - John's Number 3
32:20 - Josh's Number 3
35:56 - Ethan's Number 2
38:10 - John's Number 2
42:51 - Josh's Number 2
47:36 - Ryker's Top Album
48:02 - Ethan's Honorable Mentions
49:24 - John's Honorable Mentions
54:18 - Josh's Honorable Mentions
1:03:00 - Ethan's Number 1
1:06:44 - John's Number 1
1:14:31 - Josh's Number 1
1:20:50 - Final Thoughts on 1976
1:23:07 - Outro / Close

Top Rock Albums of 1976 Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxFycXVYYhX6SxES_bTxNgP6zrBMEoEsW&si=nMDWrkk-go71F5g2

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Episode 161: This week Lee Olson returns for another wide-ranging conversation about the changing times, crazy prices, tipping culture, music and more. Plus, we debate which legendary artists maybe should have called it quits a long, long time ago. 

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:14 - The Kingdome / Superdome
4:42 - Wild Waves
8:15 - Midwest Storms
10:46 - High Ticket Prices
16:35 - Vanishing Hang Out Spots
22:45 - Socializing is Down
25:26 - Lee's T-Shirt & Safeco Field
27:05 - Tipping Culture in 2026
34:57 - Greedy Corporations
44:07 - Helpless Lazy Humans
48:33 - Child Tantrum Cancels Flight
54:36 - Decline in Social Interaction
59:20 - Artists That Should've Quit
1:12:30 - Ella Langley & The Billboard Hot 100
1:17:44 - Outro / Close

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Episode 160: Join me as I reunite with several of my old college buddies from KCWU's 88.1 FM The 'Burg. We share crazy stories, great memories, rare archival footage, and look back at the college radio station where it all began nearly 30 years ago. 

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:29 - Ryan Buske (KCWU DJ)
4:30 - Colin Walker (Promotions Director)
8:07 - Chris Hull (General Manager)
16:38 - Kevin MacKinnon (Production Director)
33:32 - Gavin & The Ice Cream Boat
34:16 - Motorcycles & The Current Station
41:01 - Kevin's Message & Getting Old
42:42 - Closing Thoughts / Outro

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Episode 159: This week, Erik Tapia returns to the studio for another round of laughs, stories, and questionable life decisions. We talk about his $20 Vegas tattoo, a possible ghost encounter, TV reboots, and settle one of the biggest beer debates of the summer: Can Keystone Light Apple dethrone the mighty Busch Light Apple?

Plus, Erik attempts to finish off a BuzzBall that packs a serious punch while we put Keystone Apple to the test. Did Keystone pull off the upset? Did Erik finish the BuzzBall? You'll have to listen to find out.  

All this and more on the latest episode of The Josh & Friends Podcast!

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:12 - Busch Light Apple vs. Keystone Light Apple
8:20 - Andy in Vegas / Prison Tat
13:25 - The Evolution of Las Vegas
15:24 - Hulk Hogan Doc
18:55 - Josh's Ghost Story
22:25 - Men Rescued From Cave
26:34 - Little House On The Prairie
31:09 - Baywatch Reboot
34:35 - Erik Brings Out The BuzzBall
38:50 - Mike Love Destroys Kokomo
45:43 - Paul McCartney Album Review
1:00:06 - Getting Blind Drunk
1:04:06 - 4th of July 250 Plans
1:07:04 - Buzzball, Hangovers & Superman
1:11:30 - Outro / Close
1:11:55 - Buzzball Challenge Recap

4TH OF JULY PLAYLIST
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1f24f2w6zvGbyTlylb56pJ?si=CGWQXqo1SZC3b0mp_gFhNw
YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxFycXVYYhX7SESbFq8orL8wP_r54H_7C&si=Dwg98DVolqMIoqgM

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Episode 158: This week, the boys and I head back to 1996 and rank our Top 5 favorite rock albums from one of the biggest years in rock history. From alternative rock to metal and everything in between, we talk about the bands, the music, and what life was like during an unforgettable era in the 90s. 

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
2:53 - Rock Music in 1996
5:18 - Lee's Number 5
8:00 - Ethan's Number 5
10:16 - Josh's Number 5
14:07 - Lee's Number 4
15:58 - Ethan's Number 4
18:06 - Josh's Number 4
21:49 - Lee's Number 3
24:26 - Ethan's Number 3
28:44 - Josh's Number 3
32:24 - Lee's Number 2
36:56 - Ethan's Number 2
41:15 - Josh's Number 2
45:36 - Lee's Honorable Mentions
48:30 - Ethan's Honorable Mentions
51:03 - Josh's Honorable Mentions
56:40 - Lee's Number 1
59:44 - Ethan's Number 1
1:06:01 - Josh's Number 1
1:09:11 - Ethan's Dad
1:11:21 - Looking Back / Final Thoughts
1:14:18 - Lee's Prize Offering
1:15:25 - Your Top 5 / Outro

1996 Rock Music Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxFycXVYYhX7qwTPxAsmXnnAsk2ieh1aU

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Episode 157: What really happened to Chris Cornell? Is there something hidden behind the walls at Magnuson Park...? We're about to find out. 

This week, Josh and Lee dive headfirst into a wild new conspiracy surrounding Seattle's most legendary voice — and let's just say... things get interesting. 

Along the way, we break down what it's like flying Southwest Airlines in 2026, react to a ridiculous Florida Man story involving tacos and baseball cards, talk about the Alex Rodriguez HBO documentary, and give our official predictions for this year's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class. 

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:23 - Southwest Airlines & Flying
11:56 - Florida Man Taco Packets
17:52 - Collecting Baseball Cards
26:52 - Alex Rodriguez Doc
31:59 - Rock & Roll HOF Predictions
46:48 - Future of AI Technology 
58:44 - 1998 Predictions
1:03:20 - A Sound Garden & Chris Cornell
1:08:40 - Final Thoughts / Weather
1:10:14 - Outro / Close

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Episode 156: This week, I'm joined by Ryker McDonald—someone I first met nearly 20 years ago... as a newborn. 

Fast forward to today, and we're finally sitting down face-to-face—talking about college life at Oregon State University, growing up in a small town, and exploring all kinds of music along the way. 

We also get into near-death experiences, navigating diet challenges with celiac disease, and a rapid-fire speed round of random questions. 

Oh—and yes... hot moms come up. Don't ask. Just listen. 😂

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:26 - 20-Year Reunion / Mom & Dad
3:22 - Hermiston, OR / High School Sports
8:29 - Oregon State / Mechanical Engineering Major
11:59 - Ethan's Popularity / HS Coaches
15:26 - Introducing Parents / Hot Moms
20:01 - Settling in Oregon / Oldies Music
26:31 - Exploring Musical Genres / Future Jobs
32:37 - Celiac Disease & Diet Restrictions
39:08 - Speed Round Questions / First Album
40:43 - Best & Least Favorite Vacations
43:37 - Action Movies / Fast Food
46:25 - Last Film in Theater / Best Concerts
51:49 - Basketball GOATs / Pet Peeves
56:13 - Snacks, Cartoons & Cats vs. Dogs
59:27 - Favorite Bands / Greatest Superheroes
1:05:57 - Near Death Experience
1:09:17 - Pineapple Pizza / Video Games / Cereal
1:13:57 - Dead Rock Star Revival
1:22:22 - Drinking in Bars / Good Will Hunting
1:25:24 - Outro / Close

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Episode 155: Andy returns this week as we break down the Seahawks' second Super Bowl title and what it means for the franchise. We recap our Phoenix Open experience in Scottsdale, I officially join the big 5-0 Club, and we dive into new music news — from Van Halen searching for a new singer to upcoming releases from the Foo Fighters and the legendary William Shatner. 

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:24 - Andy Gator
2:27 - The Phoenix Open
8:35 - Birthday Milestone
11:07 - Super Bowl Champions
19:37 - Seahawks Up For Sale
22:00 - The Halftime Shows
24:25 - William Shatner / Pat Boone
27:45 - New Van Halen Music
32:03 - Foo Fighters / U2 / Sugar Ray
38:29 - Reese's Recipe Debate
42:46 - CWU Trivia / Cake
45:38 - Outro / Close

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Episode 154: What was everyday life REALLY like in the 1980s? In this episode, we break down the things that would completely shock the younger generation of today — from corporal punishment in school, to hunting down phone booths, to blindly buying albums and hoping they didn’t suck.

We also pull out classic long-box CD packaging, share hilarious stories, and relive the chaos, freedom, and weirdness that made the 80s unforgettable.

If you grew up in the 80s and 90s, this episode will hit you with pure nostalgia.
If you didn’t — consider this your history lesson.

👇 Drop a comment if you remember any of these!

0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)
1:35 - AZ Weather / Life in The 80s List
3:23 - Corporal Punishment in Schools
10:21 - Attending Movie Theaters
13:46 - Using Pay Phones
16:38 - Watching Television
21:37 - Buying Music
31:05 - Purple Shirt Jobs / Drive-Ins
34:57 - Long Box CD Cases
41:09 - Air Travel / NBA Flight
46:29 - The Tav & The Pub
51:29 - Hawks & Other NFL Teams
59:35 - Explicit Lyrics in Music
1:05:08 - Upcoming Music Shows
1:07:50 - Subscribe / Outro

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