Welp.....we're back! Tony, Jeff & I get into all things political, a little of the fire service and just three dudes having a talk. So good to be back!

What's a rational conservative to do in the Trump Era, where bullying is the norm and facts are massaged to fit your narrative? Well, that's what Justin Hollis and I began to explore as two friends landing on different sides of the line who actually have more in common than not. In this first episode we talk about modern politics as little more than professional wrestlin'. Enjoy the show, with a musical interlude from my good friend Brandon Moore

Born in Veracruz, Mexico and having traveled quite a bit in her early years, Dani Tea brings a creative flavor to the 417 in a pioneering way. She's the owner/operator of Springfield Aerial Fitness, having brought "the circus arts" to the area in 2016. She's a passionate performer, a tireless advocate and has a deep and abiding love for possums and EDM music. Please enjoy an conversation with my good friend, and as she would say....."stop hating on people out there trying"

Your favorite guest and one of mine, Jeff Butler, is back with a year-end wrap up for 2023 wherein we cover it all; from politics national and international to the fans of Taylor Swift to his novella "The Ahavah Decision" no stone is left unturned. Along the way we get silly on white wine and cocktails and discover our tenuous connection to the band "The Highwomen" and Jeff's love of all things bougie. 

Break song provided by Zach Bryan* 

*I do not own the copyrights to this song, but I DID buy it!

Brady Wormington, aka "The Worm", is a former coworker, musician and one of the more interesting cats I've met. If anything, his stories about international travel will be enough to get your passport renewed! Enjoy a longer episode of the show, thanks for tuning in!

Mike Holmes (aka Mike The Intern) is an absolute treasure trove of so much knowledge.....from Japanese album covers to KC Chiefs minutiae, from conspiracy theories about Ohio's "trash" reputation to the anti-Semitism of Roger Waters, if it's a subject of interest, he's well-versed. We hit it all in this fun romp, with music provided by Mike's own band "Muzzle", playing "The First Guy I Ever Punched" on the break. Enjoy the vast mindset that only Mr. Holmes can paint so clearly! Cheers!

On a fun and sloshy romp, Six Foot Katie The Shady Lady and I talk about all things innocuous, from removing a bondage kit from your bedroom before your folks come over to what are the things that make you go "ick" about people. She is NOT a fan of jorts, dating profile pics taken from "below" and I am not a fan of vaping, moms who call themselves "momma bear" online when trying to flex and "I only smoke when I drink" people. 

With all of the chaos going on in Israel and Gaza, I invited Jeff Butler back for the 657th time to try and break down some of the backstory as to what is going on; of course, there are no "easy" answers, but he does a fantastic job of explaining some of the baseline issues. We also discuss a leaderless House of Representatives and how an America-centric lens is a foggy way to look at world geo-politics. It's a great show, you won't wanna miss it!

Jason Isbell's "Death Wish" is the soundtrack on the break (I do not own the rights). 

Lane Walden is a retired firefighter from the Springfield Fire Dept. who has a unique perspective on just about everything. In this episode we discuss his early years, the Academy at "The Turdatorium", working out of old firehouses and the importance of some traditions while flying the middle finger to busywork. 

Tony Kelley is a former Battalion Chief for the Springfield Fire Dept., a former coworker, and despite his best efforts, a current friend. In this conversation recorded a while back we talk about leaving the fire service, the current political scene and Tony's unabashed love for convenience store pizza. Enjoy!