A Fireside Chat

Last show of the year!

This week I discuss why I believe Scrooge was misunderstood, a commercial brings my coworker to tears and my driving skills are vindicated.

Plus a disturbing round of Would you rather, and a listener shares a story about a song that reminds them of the time they decided to leave a toxic situation and take their life back.

We wrap up with a listener question about changing a moment in our past which leads to a song that always pulls at my heartstrings and brings me to tears.

All this and much much more.

Ongoing homework assignment: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation?  Is there a band or artist that you just don't get? A band or artist that you feel like you should like but don't? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Direct download: Rookie_Of_The_Year.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 6:10pm EDT

It's episode 3 of our wrestling podcast and I'm answering listener questions on many different topics.

Subjects include: Best version of Taker, Jericho and HHH, favorite tag teams, favorite gimmick matches,  preferred type of steel cage and much much more.

Plus as an added bonus...a real life police officer yells at me while recording!

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Direct download: AFC_Presents_A_Ringside_Chat_Episode_3.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 6:48pm EDT

We go back to basics this week. We'll revisit the anonymous box and assorted feedback next week but for now it's just me, a mic and my grievances.

I open with some general thoughts about this time of year and chaotic past 2 weeks of my life.

Finally we wrap up with two stories related to songs from my past.

First I recount the time I went to a music festival in Minnesota and almost had a very bad experience.

Then I tell a story of a song that reminds me of longing for a girl that I worked with and how silly the circumstances are in retrospect.

All this and much much more.

Hope you all have a very healing and peaceful holiday!

Homework assignment for the next several weeks of shows: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation?  Is there a band or artist that you just don't get? A band or artist that you feel like you should like but don't? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Direct download: Old_School.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:15pm EDT

What a fun episode we have this week!

Paul McGinty and Ian Sharpley of Mcsoss return to the podcast to discuss the music that has shaped their lives.  We discuss and break down songs that make us sad, happy, angry, and everything in between.

Why does Niki Minaj make Paul so sad? What one hit wonder of the 90s did Ian do a super deep dive on? What cheesy eighties song hits me right in the feels?

The answers to all these questions and so much more!

You can find Mcsoss on all major social media platforms and everywhere you find podcasts.

 

Homework assignment for the next several weeks of shows: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation?  Is there a band or artist that you just don't get? A band or artist that you feel like you should like but don't? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Direct download: The_Majesty_Of_Music.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 9:10pm EDT

This week, we continue our trek through the songs that you love and hate and everything in between.

Also this week, I try to change my opinion of this time of year by doing a good deed, I have a less than awesome time at a wrestling show and I compete in a game of gay chicken. 

Also based on a listener suggestion, we begin a new regular segment on the show of Would You Rather questions every week.

Then a very honest and powerful Dead Said Truth about a listener questioning their own mind and thoughts. 

All this and much much more.

Homework assignment for the next several weeks of shows: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation?  Is there a band or artist that you just don't get? A band or artist that you feel like you should like but don't? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Direct download: The_Gay_Chicken_Of_Delmont.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:18pm EDT

Loaded show this week!

First a story of what happened immediately after uploading last week's episode when my neighbors decided to bombard me with post Thanksgiving cheer and companionship to my great dismay.

Then a ton of feedback from AFC nation regarding recent episodes and many great song selections as listeners turn in their homework assignments. 

Finally, a very honest and candid Dead Said Truth about overcoming addiction and AFC nation share their addictions that range from chewing ice to sniffing underwear and everything in between.

A really fun show that you won't want to miss.

Homework assignment for the next several weeks of shows: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation?  Is there a band or artist that you just don't get? A band or artist that you feel like you should like but don't? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Category: -- posted at: 2:34pm EDT

Thanksgiving is over but there is still a lot to be thankful for. I'm thankful for the amazing submissions to the anonymous box this week and I think you will be too.

First we go over some fun feedback from the AFC nation and we discuss some songs that make you dance like no one is watching and completely lose control. This includes a story from my past about a song that used to make me go wild like a maniac anytime I heard it.

Then I discuss the joys of driving my coworker crazy and play a game of heroin addict or just very sleepy.

Plus I tell you about a song that I still love but have difficulties listening to anymore and discuss the dilemma of separating the music of an artist from the actual person.

Some truly great contributions from listeners this week and for future episodes so THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THAT. Lots of great stuff coming up the next few weeks, so stay tuned.

Homework assignment for next week's show: Are you addicted to anything? Have you beaten an addiction to something and how did you do it? Addictions come in many forms, could be food, drink, people, ANYTHING. I want to hear about your addiction struggles and how you deal with it or overcame it. Totally anonymous and confidential.

Homework assignment for the next several weeks of shows: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation?  Is there a band or artist that you just don't get? A band or artist that you feel like you should like but don't? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Direct download: Tales_Of_A_Reformed_Tubthumper.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:23pm EDT

This week we continue our journey through the songs that hit you right square in the feels.

But first, I tell you about my adventures this week including almost getting into a fight while grocery shopping, I admire my own penis, and I get shamed out of using the bathroom by a child.

Plus some feedback from last weeks episode, I rant about my hatred for Thanksgiving and we hear from some listeners who share very personal and heartfelt songs that bring up some real emotions for them and for me.

All this and much much more. 

Homework assignment for the next several weeks of shows: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation?  Is there a band or artist that you just don't get? A band or artist that you feel like you should like but don't? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Category: -- posted at: 3:01pm EDT

In between my never ending work schedule, I ask questions about the importance and impact of yard signs, tell you about the most annoying person I've ever met who I happen to work with and we hear from listener K who updates us on his situation from a few weeks back.

Plus some feedback about my opinions on the new Taylor Swift, an update on the amount of clocks in peoples homes and I talk about a song that makes me sad and hits me right in the feels.

All this and much much more.

 

Homework assignment for the next several weeks of shows: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Category: -- posted at: 2:48pm EDT

I start this weeks show by making a confession that I've been struggling with for a few weeks. Then I discuss a recent horror movie that has stayed with me since watching it and we go over some feedback from last week before we get into this weeks main topic.

Our main discussion this week is discussing the differences between Introverts and extroverts. The differences between loners and social butterflies.

What makes you the way you are? What are the differences and similarities? What is an ambivert? Are you one? Find out the answers to these questions and much much more.

Homework assignment for an upcoming show: Tell me about what songs make you sad. What songs make you happy. What songs can you no longer listen to anymore for whatever reason. Is there a song that always brings you back to earth and grounds you? Is there a song that always makes you happy no matter the situation? Tell me all about the songs that affect you in all different ways.

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Direct download: Confessions_Of_An_Ambivert.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:19pm EDT

I called a last minute audible this week, and decided to focus on two important emails received in the anonymous box instead of the show I had planned.

First, I read some unique feedback from the audience and preview the next few weeks of shows including a bonus homework assignment for a future episode.

Then we get a Dead Said Truth from a listener who is plagued by the weight of secrets they are keeping.

Finally we hear from a man stuck in a confusing love triangle that is taking it's toll on his mental health and he wants some advice from AFC nation on his situation.

All this and much much more.

Homework assignment for next week: Listen to the submission from K and give your take on it. What advice would you offer? Did I miss anything in my assessment? Was my advice totally wrong and full of shit? What say you?

Since I called an audible at the last minute, this homework assignment also still applies: Do you consider yourself an Introvert or Extrovert? Loner or people person? Tell me why or why not. Be as vague or detailed as you like.  It's all anonymous and helps fuel the show. 

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Direct download: The_Weight_Of_Secrets_And_Feelings.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 4:39pm EDT

For this episode, due to my work schedule, we take a break from the anonymous box but don't worry lots of great stuff to cover on the next show.

So this week, it's back to basics. Just me talking to you about whatever pops into my brain, while I drive of course.

This week, my mom and I get lost in a parking garage, I give myself really bad dreams, nature attacks before my very eyes, and a coworker of mine makes a statement that I must bring to AFC nation to break down and discuss.

All this and much much more.

Homework assignment for next week: Do you consider yourself and Introvert or Extrovert? Loner or people person? Tell me why or why not. Be as vague or detailed as you like.  It's all anonymous and helps fuel the show. 

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Category: -- posted at: 3:41pm EDT

This week, I go back to basics as I drive and ramble.

First I explain more about last weeks debacle of an episode and how Spotify almost made me cancel the whole episode.

Then I answer a listener question about my history with the character of Batman, reminisce about a time I said the absolute worst possible thing while being bullied and discuss my research into the the sex lives of monkeys. 

All this and much much more.

Homework assignment for 2 weeks from now: Do you consider yourself and Introvert or Extrovert? Loner or people person? Tell me why or why not. Be as vague or detailed as you like.  It's all anonymous and helps fuel the show. 

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Category: -- posted at: 2:34pm EDT

This is the third time I've uploaded this episode.

Sometimes editing and posting episodes is a real pain in the ass. especially when you're a doofus like me and upload the wrong episode. 

This week, my mother sabotages my day off, a listener shares their amazing and unique friendship and a fun breakdown of how this show is put together.

All this and much much more.

Homework assignment: Open lines. Tell me what's on your mind. Got a problem? Question? What are you sad about? What are you happy about? What's on your mind? Speak your truth!

This show is driven by the content you provide! Join the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of our social media pages. Leave your questions, comments, feedback or whatever you like! COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Category: -- posted at: 10:39am EDT

It's back!!

The third installment of our Impossible Choices series has arrived.

It's an episode of all Would You Rather scenarios dreamt up by the twisted degenerate minds that listen to this show. 

Listen as I try to justify the lesser of two evils in some truly disturbing situations. 

As always, a huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this episode. It was a lot of fun to record!

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Direct download: Even_More_Impossible_Choices.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 6:39pm EDT

We start this week with some talk about how I haven't been feeling quite like myself lately. I talk about the concept of faith and praying and share some stories about my struggles with both of them.

Then I discuss some television shows I've been watching including an update on my feelings about Ted Lasso since I've begun watching it.

Then some feedback from listeners about feeling isolated, an update on last weeks laundry room picnic and a Dead Said Truth about setting boundaries with those closest to us. 

Homework assignment: Next week is all Would you rather questions and F, Marry, Kills.  Get yours in or give me a Dead Said Truth for two weeks from now!  This show is made by the content that the listeners provide! Let your voice be heard! No topic is off limits!

You can be part of the show by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. Leave questions, feedback, rants, ANYTHING YOU LIKE!

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Direct download: Fog_Of_Life.mp3
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This week is a bit of a heavier conversation than usual but I think it's well worth your time. I'm pretty proud of this episode and it's because of the amazing listeners who help shape this program.

A big thank you to everyone who listens and especially those who took time to contribute to the show. This show is nothing without you guys.

If you could erase one memory from your mind, what would it be and why?

This is the question listeners and myself answer this week and the topics get pretty deep. 

Plus some more ASMR feedback from last week, and the return of everyone's favorite grandmother...GLADYS to terrorize me and ruin my day with her overbearing kindness.

Homework assignment for next week:  Think of the person you get along with the most in the world that's not related to you. What would be a dealbreaker for you to not get along with them anymore.

You can leave questions, feedback, topics, Dead Said Truths, or ANYTHING YOU LIKE by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. It's completely anonymous and confidential. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD. NO TOPIC IS OFF LIMITS. YOU GUYS MAKE THE SHOW. SPEAK YOUR TRUTH!!

Thanks for listening! 

Direct download: Mind_Eraser.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:47pm EDT

Now that I'm back from vacation and in the real world, we return to the shows regular format this week.

We go over some feedback from the past few episodes, I discuss my relationship with spirituality and tell you a story about seagulls that will probably change the way you look at them.

Our Dead Said Truth this week has to do with ASMR and raises some interesting questions for the women in the listening audience.

All this and much much more.

Homework assignment for next week: If you could erase one memory from your mind, what would it be and why?

You can leave your answer to this as well as questions, feedback, topics, Dead Said Truths, or whatever your heart desires by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL. YOU HELP TO CREATE THE CONTENT FOR THE SHOW SO LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Shower_Farts.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:02pm EDT

Didn't get a vacation this year?

Be part of mine then! Join me and my friends on the balcony live from Ocean City Md as we discuss our favorite and least favorite songs, what makes us cry and we give audio commentary on our fellow humans on vacation.

All this and much much more. 

In fact, far too much to recap in this space. Grab a drink and a comfy chair and enjoy the diary of our Ocean City Vacation.

There is no real flow to this episode, much like our vacation, it's all over the map.

Homework for next week: What are your thoughts on AMSR. LIke it? Hate it? Any experiences with it?

Homework for two weeks: If you could erase one memory from your mind. What would it be and why?

You can leave answers to these questions along with feedback, Dead Said Truths, questions, topics or anything you want by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. TOTALLY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS.

Big thanks to Paul McGinty from McSoss and Brian Szczypinski for joining me on this episode.

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: The_Ocean_City_Diaries.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 6:24pm EDT

I'm about to embark on vacation but I'm not forgetting about the loyal AFC nation.

This week is a hodgepodge of AFC goodness that goes all over the map.

First, I mishear something horrible at work, then I have a strange and awkward encounter in my laundry room.

To wrap things up, I do some self reflection and introspection and talk about some tough feelings I've been having lately.

But we aren't done yet...for a grand finale, it's the return of Gladys to wreak grandmotherly havoc on my peaceful weekday evening.

All this plus some updates on past show storylines, some fun tangents and much much more. 

Your homework assignment this week is what are your thoughts on ASMR. Do you like it? Hate it? does it work for you or not?  And any other thoughts or stories you may have on it.

Also if you could erase one memory from your mind what would it be?

You can leave your answers to these questions and anything else that is on your mind by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. It's completely ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL. Leave your questions, comments, feedback, Dead Said Truth, or WHATEVER IS ON YOUR MIND! SPEAK YOUR TRUTH!

Thanks for listening!

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This week, after some general complaining about my week, we dive into the anonymous box for feedback on what gives you anxiety.

Listeners chime in with stories about travel anxiety, lingering looks from strangers and complicated people. 

Many tangents and side stories along the way.

BE PART OF THE SHOW BY CLICKING ON THE LINK PINNED TO THE TOP OF THE SHOWS SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES. COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL. LEAVE QUESTIONS, FEEDBACK, TOPICS, ANYTHING GOES!

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Category: -- posted at: 2:50pm EDT

A fun show this week.

First I tell you about a YouTube video that I watched and haven't stopped thinking about.

Then we dive into the anonymous mailbag for questions about traveling, being miserable in relationships and an update on the show schedule the next few weeks.

To end the show,  we get an update about a possible love connection between two listeners and a unique Dead Said Truth about finding where you belong.

All this and much much more.

BE A PART OF THE SHOW BY CLICKING ON THE LINK PINNED TO THE TOP OF THE SHOWS SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES. LEAVE QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, FEEBACK, WHATEVER YOU WANT! ITS COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL. HELP CREATE THE SHOW THAT YOU WANT TO HEAR!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Puzzle_Pieces.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 1:39pm EDT

This week, I introduce you to my new imaginary arch enemy who is currently living rent free in my head.  

Then the Dead Said Truth segment returns as a listener vents about his troubles dating which leads me to my own two part DST about my own dating issues and my run in with an angry Karen in the wild.

All this and probably some other stuff too.

Please join in on the fun by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. You can leave questions, feedback, DSTs of your own or whatever you like. COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL.

Thanks for listening!

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Category: -- posted at: 2:57pm EDT

This week, with not much happening in the anonymous box, we return to the free flowing stream of consciousness while driving format.

I'm in a deep funk this week, and I try to get out of it, the only way I know how, by podcasting about it.

In between my search for what happiness is and why it seems to elude me at every corner, I'll tell you stories about smelly coworkers, introduce a new character to the world of AFC and talk about my favorite time of year for sports.

All this and much much more.

JOIN THE CONVERSATION BY LEAVING ME AN ANONYMOUS MESSAGE ABOUT ANYTHING YOU LIKE. JUST CLICK THE LINK PINNED TO THE TOP OF THE SHOWS SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES. COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

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Direct download: Back_To_Basics.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 8:08pm EDT

An awful lot to get off my chest this week.

First I break down the dynamic of my family and explain why I continue to feel like an Alien when interacting with them.

Then some great listener submissions about making friends with the elderly, a review of the newest Bill Burr special on Netflix, and more local yinzer hate.

This weeks DST is all about a young man's first spontaneous boner the guilt that came with it. 

Then we wrap up the show with my confession of how I submitted my own anonymous response to an internet show that I religiously hate watch and the backlash that followed.

Please join in on the conversation by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages.

COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL. SPEAK YOUR TRUTH ABOUT WHATEVER YOUR HEART DESIRES. LEAVE QUESTIONS, CONFESSIONS, FEEDBACK, ANYTHING YOU LIKE!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Internet_Troll_Cheerleader.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:10pm EDT

Not a lot of submissions in the anonymous box this week, so we go old school. 

I tell you about my week including why I hate the town I live in, I get irrationally mad at a coworker's legs and I have a very close call in my apartment's laundry room.

 We also hear from my secret admirer, I discuss my newfound sobriety and how much I hate it and this week's DST is all about funny women.

All this and much, much more.

You can be part of the show! Just click on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages and leave some feedback, questions, or whatever you need to get off your chest.

COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Radio_Nowhere.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:03pm EDT

This is my second wrestling themed bonus episode but the first under this new permanent name.

Credit for the name goes to Chuck Lynch of We Hope This Finds You Well Podcast. Check them out everywhere you find podcasts.

This month, I'm answering more listener questions on topics such as: favorite theme, underrated title reigns, top 5 favorites of all time, my thoughts on Cena, Miz and much much more. 

Plus I forget the title of this show several times during the episode!

You can submit questions, topics or anything you like by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages.

Totally confidential and anonymous. Let your voice be heard!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: AFC_Presents_A_Ringside_Chat.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 6:22pm EDT

This week, we are talking love and relationships and all the horrible and soul crushing feelings that go along with them. 

We are discussing what makes someone earn the title of  "ex".  I try to define what exactly "love" is.  And we get lots of feedback about the past few episodes from AFC nation.

Along the way, I vent about the emotional funk I've found myself in this week and we try to help a few listeners with their problems moving forward and healing from their past.

All this and much, much more.

You can be part of the show! All you have to do is click on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL. SPEAK YOUR TRUTH.

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Love_Relationships_and_Other_Depressing_Situaitons.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:55pm EDT

It's the episode you've all been waiting for. 

It's another all Would You Rather episode.

You provide the scenario and I break it down and make an absolutely impossible choice.

These scenarios are just as dark and disturbing as you would expect from this show.

Thank you to everyone that contributed. There will be another one of these in a few weeks, so  feel free to submit your own and join in on the fun.

You can leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL. LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD.

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: More_Impossible_Choices.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:10pm EDT

This week we are discussing love with others and mainly with yourself.

Topics include...Not fitting in with your family, more James Bond propaganda, we hear from the creator of the DST segment, and I play matchmaker for one lucky listener.

Then we discuss what you enjoy pleasuring yourself to and if you have any strange rules or traditions as one listener reveals their very strict rules for self love in the Dead Said Truth segment.

Then we end the show with a story, I'm surely going to regret telling as I explain how I learned to pleasure myself before the internet age...and spoiler alert...I WAS DOING IT COMPLETELY WRONG.

I'm pretty sure you're not gonna want to miss this one. I'm also pretty sure, I already regret putting it out.

Get in on the fun and leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING by clicking the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETEY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS.

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Masturbators_Anonymous.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:24pm EDT

Another fun episode this week.

Some feedback from last week's rant, more cats vs. dogs, and some conversation about creeps who drive vans as well as other great emails from listeners.

Then, this week's DST is about calling vs. texting. Which do you prefer and why? What is the etiquette for both? And some benefits and downfalls of both.

All this and much much more.

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Direct download: Communication_Breakdown.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:37pm EDT

I have no idea how to even begin to recap this episode. 

This is personally, one of the most emotional episodes I've ever done.  I've been waiting all week to put it out and have had trouble sleeping when I think about it too long.

Anyway, here's a synopsis...

My neighbor crosses a line with me and it's hard  to get over. 

Then we go to the anonymous box for more listener feedback including more dogs vs. cats debate, a follow up on my James Bond watching  and a check in with my secret admirer. 

Then we get to a multi part Dead Said Truth where we discuss social anxiety, fighting with your thoughts and much more. 

All this and much, much more.

Thanks for supporting the show and continuing to take this insane audio journey with me. It means more than you'll ever know.

Please get in on the fun and leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING you like. It's completely confidential. Just click on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. 

Thanks for listening and keep healing!

Direct download: Hard_Feelings.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:29pm EDT

This week we are answering the age old debate CATS VS. DOGS. Who you got?

Before that, I learn a lot about my new coworker, I almost have to save my mothers life, and I fail at day drinking.

Then we get some follow up on previous listener submissions, check in with my secret admirer and then this weeks DST is all about Dogs vs. Cats. 

Lots of great feedback in this episode. Thank you to everyone who participated.

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Thanks for listening!

Direct download: The_Great_Debate.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:59pm EDT

This week we break format to do an episode devoted almost entirely to Would You Rather?

All questions and scenarios were submitted by YOU. Decisions and circumstances that I can only hope never ever come to fruition.  Plus a few F, Marry, Kills as an added bonus.

Enjoy!

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Direct download: Impossible_Choices.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 6:54pm EDT

We got a weird and wild one this week!

First, I go to a concert at the Busy Beaver, I take a controversial stance on cancer and a listener recounts learning of a man's strange masturbation habits.

Then we dive into the anonymous box for questions on my current favorite song, the national tampon shortage, and I continue to try and solve the mystery of my secret admirer.

Plus a Dead Said Truth about what to do with nude photos that weren't meant for you and we get an update on last week's DST about the listener having a dilemma about telling his wife a hurtful secret.

All this and much, much more.

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Thanks for listening!

Direct download: The_Dilemma_Of_The_Stubborn_Dick.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 4:27pm EDT

This is the inaugural episode of Wrestling with questions (tentative title). I'll try and do one of these semi regularly like once a month or so.

This week I'm discussing the top 5 wrestler deaths that impacted me, The Rock or Stone Cold, who I would be as a wrestler and my favorite mania, superstar and much much more.

If you want to submit a question or topic, click the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. Completely Anonymous. Just put in the subject line that it's for the wrestling show. 

You can also always contact the show via  social media or by emailing afiresidechatpodcast@gmail.com

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Wrestling_With_Questions_1.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 8:25pm EDT

It's an all anonymous box mailbag episode this week.

Stories of car wrecks, regrettable tattoos, unrequited crushes, and one listener finds themselves in a no win situation with their wife.

All this plus lots of feedback, a primer for new listeners, a Gladys update and much much more.

Get in on the fun and click the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages and leave an ANONYMOUS MESSAGE ABOUT ANYTHING YOU LIKE!  Topics, questions, confessions, feedback are all welcomed and encouraged!

Thanks for listening!

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Category: -- posted at: 5:31pm EDT

A fun episode this week and it's all thanks to the amazing input from YOU!

First I discuss what I've been watching on television and do some general bitching about my life.

Then I introduce you to the newest villain in the AFC universe who is not a fan of the anonymous box or this show.

Finally we dive into the anonymous box for some feedback on the past few episodes and questions on the Johnny Depp trial, Television shows, and I give life advice to college students. 

All this and much, much more.

GET IN ON THE FUN! LEAVE ME A MESSAGE ABOUT ANYTHING YOU LIKE BY CLICKING ON THE LINK PINNED AT THE TOP OF THE SHOWS SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES. COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS.

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

Direct download: Mall_Guard_Energy.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 8:07pm EDT

This week is all questions and topics submitted to the Anonymous Box. 

The first part of the show is my detailed review of The Batman including feedback from listeners. Spoilers aplenty so be warned!

Then we dive into the anonymous mailbag to answer your questions and topics.

There is a lot to cover here, and I don't want to spoil some of the topics in the description but trust me, this is one you'll want to hear.  

Thank you all so much for the awesome topics and questions. I'll be reading more on future episodes.

You can leave me an anonymous message/question/topic about ANYTHING by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. I will never use your submission on the show unless you give permission. IT IS COMPLETELY AND TOTALLY ANONYMOUS SO DON'T HOLD BACK. LET IT OUT!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Anonymous_Questions_and_Secret_Confessions.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:21pm EDT

 

This week... I do some housekeeping up front about the next few weeks of shows and then one story fills the whole episode.

I get in over my head on Easter weekend and end up making a phone call that I never in a million years thought I would have to make.

Enjoy the ride.

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Thanks For Listening!

Direct download: Grown_Man_Problems.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 9:11pm EDT

I usually write words here to tell you about this week episode. 

Just sit back and enjoy the ride.

This was a fun story to record. I hope it brings a smile to your face.

Happy Easter.

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: The_Murrysville_Messiah.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 7:40pm EDT

This week, I take a deep dive into the music that shaped me as a young man.  I give some insight as to why I'm not exactly sure why I related to some of the songs that I did and break down why I never got the appeal of the mosh pit.

We close the show by breaking down lyrics from some of my favorite songs of that time period.

Along the way, I have an awkward experience at the dentist and I reach out to you for help in trying to identify the reason behind the most horrendous cases of body odor known to man.

 

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Thanks for listening!

Direct download: The_Musical_Mysteries_Of_Youth.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 10:04am EDT

Back from our brief hiatus and we got ALOT to talk about.

First up, I'm discussing shows I'm currently watching including my thoughts on some show that you may have heard of...Ted Lasso.

Then stories about making my mother fear the worst, I meet the car battery whisperer of AAA, and I get some constructive criticism from a loyal listener.

And of course...I discuss something that flew under the radar this week...some event that happened at the Oscars. 

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Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Dead_Batteries_Ted_Lasso_and_Other_Disappointments.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 11:42am EDT

This week I get a radon detector installed, I get my booster shot and I discuss the feeling of  feeling like your soul has been infected with Covid.

Along the way, I rant about sports, the postal service and much more as I struggle to find topics to entertain you.

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Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Covid_Of_The_Soul.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 11:43am EDT

This week topics include: my lack of excitement  for the new Batman movie, my disgust with the new Boba Fett show, and my countdown of the top five celebrity deaths that had the most effect on me.

I also touch on my very unimportant thoughts on social media patriotism and the ridiculousness of the concept of Lent.

Along the way, a coworkers happiness and general attitude sends me into a rage spiral and I wrap up by breaking down an upcoming event that either signifies  the end of the pandemic or at the very least, the end of all rational decision making. 

All this and much much more. 

Thanks for listening!

 

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Direct download: The_Happiness_Choice.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:42pm EDT

This week, I sort through all things that are making me feel off.

I struggle to find where exactly I fit in with my complicated family, my brain almost explodes trying to learn about new music, and I confess the most insane song lyric that I've been singing wrong my entire life.

All this and much more. 

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Direct download: Off_Week.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 12:08pm EDT

This week, I'm breaking down the super bowl halftime show, debating how good Prince truly is and counting down my top 5 comedian deaths that affected me the most.

Then, I tell you the story of the day I came home and found out that my apartment had been invaded by strangers and the ordeal that followed.

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Thanks For Listening!

Direct download: Oats_Mcgoats_Licensed_Therapist.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 11:50am EDT

I did ALOT of editing on this one so it may be sloppier than usual. 

This week in between rants about the cold weather and tv show recommendations a young man's words touch a nerve in my soul.

We close out the show with a great question about normal people and what that means.

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Thanks for listening and supporting this silly little dog and pony show every week. I appreciate it  more than you know.

Direct download: Monster_Hunter.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 1:50am EDT

This week, I debut a new segment where I call a a local pizzeria out on their lies, I talk through what constitutes my "dream job" and I answer the question that has plagued me for decades..."What won't Meat Loaf do for love?"

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Direct download: What_Meat_Loaf_Wont_Do_For_Love.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:03pm EDT

A wild one this week.

We start off with rants about the snow and the weather in this part of town.

Then a story of me trying to communicate with a coworker and failing miserably. 

Finally, we wrap up by remembering the late and great Louie Anderson and Meatloaf. I explain how Mealoaf was a very huge part of my adolescense and this leads me into a story about the time I thought I had AIDS as a child but was just entering puberty. 

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Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Stories_Better_Left_Untold.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:53pm EDT

An extra long episode for your enjoyment as you navigate the upcoming winter apocalypse.

This week, I start the show with some ramblings including an update on my ongoing war with my landlords, I make a total mess of my dinner, and have anxiety about my favorite team in the playoffs.

Then we get into the meat of this week's episode with a very lengthy story about a co worker who seems very familiar to me until I realize that we have a shared past from a very long time ago.

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Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Somebody_That_I_Used_To_Know.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 12:24pm EDT

This week, I'm discussing getting pissed on at a concert, continue my war on Christmas, and detail more less than desirable experiences on dating apps.

I wrap up this week with a full breakdown of a news story that caught my attention and is really making me question my daily 9 to 5 grind.

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Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Fart_Jar_Enthusiasts.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:23pm EDT

First show of the new year! Same sub par podcast!

This week, stories of my Christmas with the family, cats having seizures, day drinking fails and much much more.

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Happy new year! Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Chinese_Buckwheat.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 1:12pm EDT

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