Verbal Shenanigans

As most of us are finally getting to go out and experience the world again, we decided to chat with someone who volunteered to lock himself away for multiple years. Dr Mark Nelson joins us to talk about the Biosphere 2 project that had eight scientists living in an enclosed environment for two years. We dive into the environmental study, the work put into constructing the dome, and thoughts looking back on the project.....and the Paulie Shore movie. You can read more by reading Mark’s book, Pushing Our Limits : Insights from Biosphere 2, after you check out our interview.

We also talk about upcoming shows, wedding officiating, old school snacks, and Burlew's cakes being shut down.  Have a listen!

A couple of inspirational quotes to get you in the mood for today’s episode.

We also talk about a bar fight league, a story about Scott's truck rolling down a hill, and play a game involving some amazing mothers.

This week, we decided to revisit 2 of our favorite interviews done on the show over the years, a greatest hits podcast if you will.  We take a look back at our interview with America's Most Wanted's John Walsh, and his son Callahan.  Then we also go back and check out our time with Double Dare and the Food Network's, Marc Summers.  Have a listen!

Drive in totals for tonight’s episode “No dead bodies. One special guest. Two awkward hosts, 30 minute conversation. No breasts. Probably some aardvarking with one host in an old bed. Stupid talk-fu. Dehumidifier-fu. 5 stars. Check out this podcast”.

This week, we dive into the world of Python racing, with builder, racer, and car guru, George Vidovic.  George is a great character, filled with unique stories, passion for cars, and a great sense of humor.  We learn all about George's journey to America, the evolution of his business, and some great stories from his time racing.  Have a listen!

We also talk about eating exotic meats, our first cars, and more.  Check it out.

A guest for all to enjoy....with the possible exception of people in Buffalo outfits storming the capital. We chat with comedian Brent Terhune, who’s video “My Boat Sank in Lake Travis” went viral with over 7 million views. We discuss the surprise of the popularity, his character dubbed “The Redneck Y’all Love to Hate”, and needing to keep up with the news. We also discuss his comedy upbringing, the plights of standup during the pandemic, and congratulate him on joining the long list of redhead, bearded Verbal Shenanigans guests.

We also talk about Burlew's 400th trip to Disney, pyramid schemes on facebook, and more!  Have a listen.

Today, we are joined by Christopher Mansfield of Fences.  You make recognize him from his very poetic lyrics, his face tattoos, or his unique music, but soon, you may recognize him from this great interview.  We talk all things writing, staying creative during the pandemic, and even Jack Kerouac.  Go check out Fences' new music on spotify today!

  We also talk about 16 year olds voting, what we did at 16, and play a game with some bizarre headlines.  Have a listen!

Today, we bring you an episode unlike any other that we have recorded in the past 7 years.  Clark Fredericks is a survivor of horrific childhood sexual abuse at the hands of his former Scoutmaster, Dennis Pegg.  After years of drug and alcohol abuse, living with the weight of his molestation, and spinning out of control, Clark ran into his abuser, and went on to murder him later that day.  Clark was sentenced to prison, but was released only 5 years later with massive support from not only the enitre community, but from people all over the world as his story made national headlines.  Clark has gone on to become a motivational speaker, has helped changed the statute of limitiation for victims, and continues to help victims all over.  Clark' story is filled with tragedy, but also filled with light, meaning, and overcoming.  We are very glad to have done this interview.  Check it out!

Diego Garijo is an artist, he’s a fighter, he’s a drag queen, and he’s got a fascinating story to talk about this week with us. We dive into his amazing story from being smuggled over into the states, to a rough life that saw him learn to fight, the struggles after an injury made him stop, getting back into bare knuckle brawling, and how a class he took led to him performing as Lola Pistola. Diego is passionate about his arts and a fascinating human to chat with. Be on the look out for his documentary, but find out his story here first.

We also have some really interesting discussions about the unspoken rules of a bbq, Dyson Spheres and  a simulated after life, and drag queen parties.  Have a listen!