A Fireside Chat

This week...

 I hate the eclipse and couldn't care less about it.

My neighbor hates me and continues to make me feel like a monster.

Fellow Wanderer checks in and lets us know how life has been going for her!

All this and much much more.

The anonymous box is your direct path to let your voice be heard on the show.

IT'S COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. 

The link is pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. This podcast could not be possible without the amazing anonymous contributions of listeners like you!

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD AND BE PART OF THE SHOW!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Total_Eclipse_Of_Anxiety.mp3
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It's here finally! 

A huge thank you to everyone who submitted something for this episode! 

I hope it lives up to the hype.

Please remember to use proper hygiene and discretion when enjoying tossed salad.

Thanks for listening!

The anonymous box is your direct path to let your voice be heard on the show.

IT'S COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. 

The link is pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. This podcast could not be possible without the amazing anonymous contributions of listeners like you!

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD AND BE PART OF THE SHOW!

Direct download: Tossed_Salad.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:05pm EDT

My dream is to live somewhere all by myself with no one living on either side of me. I'm just not meant to be around people because as hard as I try to please them and not rock the boat...it never ever works.

I'm just not meant to have neighbors. I have learned this and accepted this fact about myself.

Unfortunately this is not my reality...

Thanks for listening!

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Direct download: The_Snore_Monster.mp3
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This week we dive in to the mailbag for a wide range of topics.

Some follow up on the past few weeks including actors who don't really act, some movie and cartoon talk, and a fascinating theory about a famous brother and sister.

Then a listener shares their pet peeve about certain words people use which leads me down a path of reminiscing about a story involving dirty pictures and the perils of dating during Covid.

All this and much much more.

Thanks for listening!

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Direct download: Dirty_Daddy.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:35pm EDT

I'm back to full strength this week and talking rules of the road, more feedback on backing into parking spaces and some very strong opinions on Woody Harrelson.

Plus some television recommendations and more randomness from the anonymous box.

LAST CALL!!

There is a homework assignment...you know what it is. Check the summary of past episodes if you need a refresher or hit me up on social media.  Time is almost up to get your submissions in so don't hesitate any longer! THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING. GET YOUR ASSIGNMENT IN NOW!

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Direct download: The_Woody_Harrelson_Appreciation_Society.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 1:42pm EDT

I got really sick this week and I'm gonna tell you all about it.

During the course of one story, I walk into unexpected house guests taking my toilet, my mother and Oats Mcgoats both drive me absolutely bonkers, and I contemplate pooping in my front yard. 

Plus I toy with the idea that I may be the real life flash and I have dizzy spells and moments of brief blackout LIVE ON THE AIR!

Good times for all!!!

Plus feedback from last week about backing into parking spaces, a listeners take on spicy food and much much more.

LAST CALL!!

There is a homework assignment...you know what it is. Check the summary of past episodes if you need a refresher or hit me up on social media.  Time is almost up to get your submissions in so don't hesitate any longer! THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING. GET YOUR ASSIGNMENT IN NOW!

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!

 

Direct download: The_Sickening.mp3
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This week, I feel like a dummy when I don't know important facts about my body, I give some more television recommendations and I fart shame Oats Mcgoats.

Plus rants about breweries, the way people park and morons who keep breeding.

All this and much much more.

Thanks for listening!

LAST CALL!!

There is a homework assignment...you know what it is. Time is almost up to get your submissions in so don't hesitate any longer! THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING. GET YOUR ASSIGNMENT IN NOW!

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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This week, rants and opinions on all sorts of things including a very strangely named child.

Plus an ongoing commentary on  the crew of contractors hammering away at my building as I try to record.

Thanks for listening!

There is a homework assignment...you know what it is. Time is almost up to get your submissions in so don't hesitate any longer!

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Category: -- posted at: 11:20am EDT

We are back again as I show immense courage and heart by delivering an episode despite having a debilitating cold.

This week I celebrate the death of the Baltimore Ravens season, I discuss my favorite directors and one listener has a very intense hatred for a specific actor.

Plus some television and music recommendations and much much more.

Thanks for listening!

Homework assignment for an upcoming show: Tell me about eating ass. Do you do it? Have you had it done? Like it? Hate it? Be as specific or vague as you feel comfortable with. It's totally anonymous and will help the show greatly.

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!

Direct download: Man_Cold.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 9:42am EDT

This week includes rants about snow, social media love of the snow and the joy of watching football just to watch certain teams lose.

No show next week, so get all your questions and homework assignments in for the following week. 

All this and much much more. Fun for the entire family!

Thanks for listening!

Homework assignment for an upcoming show: Tell me about eating ass. Do you do it? Have you had it done? Like it? Hate it? Be as specific or vague as you feel comfortable with. It's totally anonymous and will help the show greatly.

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!

Direct download: Winter_Rage.mp3
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New year. Same shit show podcast!

Back this week and we are playing ALL THE HITS to bring in the new year.

On the show this week we have a double dose of Gladys stories, uncomfortable holiday stories with the family and a story of my New Years Eve that still leaves me confused and bewildered in my own home.

PLUS ROAD RAGE!

All this and much much more. Fun for the entire family!

Thanks for listening!

Homework assignment for an upcoming show: Tell me about eating ass. Do you do it? Have you had it done? Like it? Hate it? Be as specific or vague as you feel comfortable with. It's totally anonymous and will help the show greatly.

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Direct download: New_Years_Nightmare.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 7:34pm EDT

So what do you do when you just had brain surgery and can't sleep cause of machines beeping and tubes pouring out of you?

Why you record a podcast from your hospital bed of course.

This week, I break down the past 48 hours of my life as I lay in the ICU and tell you about what it was like to have a coil inserted into the base of my brain, the wild journey of just making it into the operating room and being sedated for the first time, and the many fascinating nurses and patients that I encountered during my stay.

All this and so much more...

At the end of the show I work through some of my current feelings about the state of the show and where things go from here in the new year.

Any feedback is not only welcomed but encouraged.

Thanks for listening!

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Direct download: Live_From_The_ICU.mp3
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This week, it's all about the anonymous box.

Listener submissions lead me down a rabbit hole of chocolate anus candy, vibrating tails, and ways to get out of a speeding ticket. 

All this and much much more.

This may be the last episode till the new year. If I find the time, I may check in between now and then but, either way,  thanks for a great year and let's keep healing into 2024!

Thanks for listening!

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Category: -- posted at: 7:50pm EDT

This week I have a medical procedure done that activates my podcast brain and causes me to lose a bit of dignity along the way.

Thanks for listening!

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Direct download: Half_Naked_And_Afraid.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 6:55pm EDT

This week, we break format a bit to tell one long story.

This week is all about my health and the crazy journey that having ridiculously and dangerously high blood pressure has led me to and the damage it has done along the way.

Many side stories and tangents along the way.

Thanks for listening!

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Category: -- posted at: 4:19pm EDT

Before the show takes a brief hiatus for possibly a few weeks, I talk about my inability to dress myself properly, bathroom habits of my coworkers that make me feel weird and Oats has enough and abandons me.

All this and much much more.

No show next week and possibly the next week but regardless we will return for sure in November with new goodness for your ear holes.

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Random ramblings about my health, my dislike of the new layout of my local Walmart, shadow dicks and other absurd topics.

Plus one listener REALLY, REALLY dislikes trucks.

All this and much much more.

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Direct download: F_Your_Truck.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 7:45pm EDT

It's been a long day at work so I recorded a quick episode about whatever pops into my mind at the time...but mainly death and commercials.

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Direct download: Death_and_Commercials.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:24pm EDT

This week, I discuss my feelings on the fall season, we get an update from Fellow Wanderer and I determine that I identify as a cat.

Then the public bathroom portion of this weeks show. First, I have an experience in a bathroom that actually is probably positive and a WYR that is absolutely my worst nightmare.

Finally we close with very wise advice from an anonymous listener.

All this and much much more. 

Thanks for listening as always! Appreciate all of you!

Direct download: Happy_Fall_Yall.mp3
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This week I make a shocking confession and update you on my week overall.

Then I break down everything that I've been watching over the last couple of weeks. This includes television and movies and as always NO SPOILERS. I promise.

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This week I take my mom to see Eric Clapton and make a dumb mistake, I discover the joys of being fancy, and I discuss the life and influence of the late great Pee Wee Herman.

Along the way rants about wine and people who drink it, concert etiquette and of course Star Wars.

Finally, we turn to the anonymous box for a dating horror story from a listener.

 AFC NATION...do you have any advice or insight for this listener? What are your thoughts?

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Direct download: Fancy_Nancy.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:44pm EDT

We are back!

This week we dive deep into the anonymous box for a wide array of topics.

Rants about the medical industry, how to give proper blowjobs, the appeal of older women and of course...Star Wars.  

This one really is all over the place but it's lot of fun. Hope you enjoy the ride!

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Direct download: Nostalgia_Always_Wins.mp3
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This week on the show,  I encounter an anonymous box in real life, and then I give my thoughts and reactions to the the Guns And Roses concert I attended.

Then a question by a listener leads me to a story about the time that I rode a terrifying ride at an amusement park and everything that led me to that very horrible decision.

All this and much much more

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Direct download: The_Pitfalls_of_Young_Love.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:35pm EDT

Jam packed show this week!

First we get some more feedback to Fellow Wanderer's dilemma and we hear from the lady herself.

Then we dive into listener's thoughts on the Barbie movie and why my mind has changed somewhat since I've had some time to digest seeing it.

Then a listener's take on the new Ninja Turtles movie reminds me of a date I went on that was very hard to get through for reasons you may not expect.

Finally we debut a new segment where I tell you two stories about my day and you tell me "Am I an asshole?"

Unfortunately, I think I already know the answer.

All this and much much more.

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Direct download: Barbie_Bad_Dates_and_Other_Regrettable_Tales.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:59pm EDT

Finally the long awaited episode is here!

A few weeks ago, long time listener and contributor to the show, Fellow Wanderer, wrote it with a dilemma about reentering the dating scene. She asked for some opinions on the matter, and this week AFC nation delivered!

Many different views and takes on this situation. Lots of hilarious and profound points of view.  A super fun episode to put together and record.

Do you agree or disagree with everyone's assessment of the situation? What advice would you give Fellow Wanderer? Drop me a line and let me know!

Homework Assignment: Did you see the Barbie movie? What are your thoughts? Did you love it? Hate it? In between? Tell me all about it.

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Direct download: The_Value_Of_You.mp3
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This is just a quickie explaining why there is no new episode this week, and why I suck at talking.

Plus a quick preview of next week's episode which you won't want to miss!

Thanks for listening to this dumb little bit of nothingness!

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Category: -- posted at: 11:40am EDT

A loaded and fun show this week!

First I update you on my health and make a confession about why I was very pleased with my doctor. Then we dive into the mailbag for listener's thoughts on holes in clothes, songs that make you laugh and I break down some not funny songs that I find absolutely hilarious.

Finally, I read a letter from a female listener with a conundrum that she wants some male perspective on. I've put together a panel of anonymous men to give their advice in the coming weeks but this week, I give you my take on everything and hope you will chime in with yours as well!

Let me know what you think! Was my advice wrong or spot on? What do you think? What insight do you have? Help a fellow member of AFC Nation out!

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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: Shallow_End_Of_The_Dating_Pool.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:01pm EDT

This week, I fail to be more masculine, I witness pure happiness at a concert, and I tell you a story about a time sex in a public place went wrong.

I also do some WYRs, go over some listener homework submissions and discuss the magic of live music.

Stay tuned to the end of the show for an announcement on upcoming shows and you can contribute to the show to help a listener.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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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This week, I'm live from Punta Cana detailing my vacation and all my observations of my first solo stay in a resort.

I recount my all of my experiences including the dynamic between vacationing couples, how it feels to be flying solo in another country, and my interactions with a man known only as Mr. Solution. 

The last part of my trip was completely frustrating and insane so I spend the last half of the podcast breaking it down in excruciating detail as I struggle to just get my bag and go home but instead end up testing the limits of my patience and sanity.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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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This week, I'm preparing for my first ever solo stay at a resort and I'm working through my irritation so I don't bring it on vacation with me.

This week, I'm ranting about fireworks, my fears of flying, bizarre condiments and much much more.

Next week...The Vacation Episode live from the Dominican Republic.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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: Pre_Vacation_Irritation.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 7:56pm EDT

This week, I get two very mysterious voicemails which I break down and play live on the air.

A listener writes in and asks AFC nation about the condition of their underwear compared to her husbands.

And we end with a breakdown of the absolute most impossible Would You Rather of all time.

All this and much much more.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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_Call_Is_Coming_From_Inside_The_House.mp3
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This week, I discover that I have a problem with my brain and I tackle a listener question on what I  would want people to say about me when I'm not around.

Then I discuss my views on the Avatar franchise including an issue with the first movie that many people have forgotten about.

All this and much much more. 

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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: Death_By_Avatar.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 9:26am EDT

Before you listen to this week's episode, I HIGHLY recommend listening to last week's episode The Four Wise Women first so you can follow along with the ongoing story.

This week, I discuss my technological issues in revamping and editing the show, and I get some great music and show recommendations from listeners.

Then a "doctor" chimes in with their take on last week's episode which leads to a discussion on the importance of therapy.

Finally, we hear not once, but twice from Mr. X from last week, as he updates us on how the advice affected him, makes some clarifications on his situation and tells us his final decision and where he intends to go from here. 

A very fun episode, that I hope you enjoy!

Brand New Homework Assignment for future show:  What is the one thing you would want people to think about you? What is the one trait that you would want people to associate with you?

Homework Assignment for the coming weeks: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

Homework Assignment 3: Tell me your thoughts on the show. Good. Bad. Indifferent. Give me some feedback about the show and tell me how you discovered it.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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: Silly_And_Beautiful.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 11:16am EDT

It's the one you've all been waiting for. One topic this week but a lot of fresh perspectives.

Should the listener who wrote in a few weeks ago tell his coworker his feelings or should he keep it to himself? 

Well the hand picked panel of female panelists chimes in with their responses and trust me YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS.

We also hear from the listener himself as well as my perspectives and stories of my own that relate to this topic.

What do you think? Agree or disagree with the panel? Did we miss something? Is there another option? What would you do in this situation?

LET ME KNOW!!!!

Brand New Homework Assignment for future show:  What is the one thing you would want people to think about you? What is the one trait that you would want people to associate with you?

Homework Assignment for the coming weeks: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

Homework Assignment 3: Tell me your thoughts on the show. Good. Bad. Indifferent. Give me some feedback about the show and tell me how you discovered it.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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_Four_Wise_Women.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:24pm EDT

This week, I encounter an overenthusiastic baseball fan at a concert, and I play a round of F, Marry, Kill that is nearly impossible.

Then we revisit last weeks email from a listener asking for help with his dilemma about approaching an attractive co worker.  Myself and an anonymous listener give our thoughts on his options and I discuss what I would do if I were him.

Next week 4 anonymous female listeners give their opinions on the listeners dilemma. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS. 

Brand New Homework Assignment for future show:  What is the one thing you would want people to think about you? What is the one trait that you would want people to associate with you?

Homework Assignment for the coming weeks: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

Homework Assignment 3: Tell me your thoughts on the show. Good. Bad. Indifferent. Give me some feedback about the show and tell me how you discovered it.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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: Solid_Gold_Compliment.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 6:28pm EDT

Loaded show this week!

First we get some feedback from previous episodes and tackle a listener question about the practice of artists using prerecorded tracks at their concerts.

Then I break down my week including a very embarrassing misunderstanding with myself and a couple at a local park and two gentlemen who  prove to me that you never judge a book by it's cover.

Then we hear from an anonymous female listener who gives her opinion on last week's very divisive WYR.

Last but certainly not least, we wrap things up with a call for help to AFC nation from a listener who has something he wants to get off his chest to a co worker but doesn't know if he should.

 In order to tackle, this question, I had to do something I've never done on this show before...Listen to find out what that is and how you can help!

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT FOR NEXT WEEK: GO TO 55 MINUTES AND 13 SECONDS IN THE PODCAST AND LISTEN TO THE EMAIL FROM A LISTENER AND TELL ME WHAT HE SHOULD DO. HE PUT THE CALL OUT FOR HELP FROM AFC NATION, LET'S HELP HIM OUT! 

 

Homework Assignment for the coming weeks: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

Homework Assignment 2: Tell me your thoughts on the show. Good. Bad. Indifferent. Give me some feedback about the show and tell me how you discovered it.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: The_Weirdo_On_The_Bench.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 1:48pm EDT

Not much to talk about this week, so it's mostly a show full of Would You Rathers?

Along the way I recount being harassed by a group of school age children as a grown man,  I turn in my music homework assignment for the week and of course, I make the most impossible of choices from the demented and twisted minds of AFC nation.

Homework Assignment for the coming weeks: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

Homework Assignment 2: Tell me your thoughts on the show. Good. Bad. Indifferent. Give me some feedback about the show and tell me how you discovered it.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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: Pray_The_Boner_Away.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 10:58am EDT

This week, I begin the show by recapping my overly stressful and irritating week and take many detours and left turns along the way. 

From there, listeners weigh in on this weeks homework assignment which causes me to nerd out over the brilliance of Bruce Springsteen and a listener and I agree that we just don't get the hype surrounding Jon Wick.

Then we debut a new segment that will sure to be a hit where I read you my favorite ads from Backpage.  I expect this to be a reoccurring segment, so please tell me what you think.

Homework Assignment for the coming weeks: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: Backpage_Bliss.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 4:28pm EDT

Back after a short break, and ready to say words!

This week, a pizza delivery guy almost ruins my evening, I relive the dark days of having to learn about sex before the internet, and I try to understand why Bud Light is upsetting so many people.

Then we wrap up with a website recommendation from a listener that makes me rethink ever using a public restroom, but for a very different reason than you may think.

All this and probably much more!

Homework Assignment: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: The_Hunt_For_Glory.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

As I try to get myself out of a deep funk this week, I ponder the meaning of a common phrase, compare Star Wars to a failing relationship and tell you some new shows I've been watching lately.

Homework Assignment: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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

This week is all about Cereal...well mostly.

First we open the mailbag to some feedback from listeners which leads me to tell a story about a very scary situation that recently happened to me. 

Then AFC nation breaks down more of their favorite cereals including the odd eating habits of one listener's family member and a breakdown of adult cereals vs. childhood cereals. 

All this and much much more.

No official homework assignment this week, so it's open lines for the next few weeks. Let me know what you want to talk about. What's on your mind!

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: Cereal_Killer.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:12pm EDT

This is a "lost episode" that I recorded about two years ago but never released. Some of the stuff I talk about in the beginning may sound a little dated and that's why.

Basically, this is a story of a date I went on in the year 2020 right in the middle of Covid.  I harbor no ill will towards the person in the story but we just were not a good romantic connection and I think once you listen to the episode, you will understand why.

We will resume our previously scheduled Cereal talk and other shenanigans next week. 

Homework assignment: Tell me your top three favorite cereals and why. And tell me your top three least favorite cereals and why.

Bonus Bonus Homework Assignment: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: Miss_Atomic_Bomb.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 11:55am EDT

This week, I find out I've been unfriended and I don't take it well, I learn when the 1900s  were and I debate the pros and cons of loud or silent farts.

Then we turn the show over to the listeners as three very different and very profound responses to the homework assignment explain what the words Happy Ever After mean to some of AFC nation. 

Thank you to everyone who listens and especially everyone who took the time to submit a response.

Next week...More cereal talk.

Homework assignment continued for next week: What does happy ever after mean to you? What did you want to be when you grew up compared to how your life turned out? For better or worse did things in your life turn out as you expected? Tell me as little or as much as you like!

Bonus homework assignment: Tell me your top three favorite cereals and why. And tell me your top three least favorite cereals and why.

Bonus Bonus Homework Assignment: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: Eat_The_Cookie.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 4:14pm EDT

This is a special bonus episode of my appearance on We Hope This Finds You Well. 

We decide to comandeer AFC and take over the airwaves in this special AFC/WHTFYW simulcast episode. We tackle the music questions that Grimace has been going over on his show. Special guests: Grimace and Cousin Tony. Enjoy!

Please go show these guys some love, and support their podcast!

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

Direct download: A_Fireside_Chat_Finds_Us_Well.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 5:58pm EDT

This week, some feedback from a female listener, some WYR and F, Marry, Kill, and an attempt to watch yet another viewer recommended video.

Then we get into the first part of our ongoing homework assignment. What does "Happily Ever After" mean to you? AFC nation weighs in with some really profound and interesting responses. 

Then we dive back into the cereal talk as listeners break down their favorite and least favorite cereals and we discuss some odd quirks and habits of cereal lovers.

Both of these topics will be continued next week so feel free to contribute your answers and join in on the discussion!

Homework assignment continued for next week: What does happy ever after mean to you? What did you want to be when you grew up compared to how your life turned out? For better or worse did things in your life turn out as you expected? Tell me as little or as much as you like!

Bonus homework assignment: Tell me your top three favorite cereals and why. And tell me your top three least favorite cereals and why.

Bonus Bonus Homework Assignment: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

Later this week or next week a special bonus episode with myself and the crew from We Hope This Finds You Well break down the songs that make us angry, sad, happy and everything in between. Look for it on Wednesday of this week or next. 

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: The_Pursuit_Of_Happiness_And_Cereal.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:12pm EDT

Well, this week goes off the rails pretty quickly...just warning you.

This week we open with some movies I've seen recently and my thoughts on them. Then I watch yet another disgusting internet video requested by a listener and I tell you a story about a late night encounter that hurt my face.

Then I discuss two very interesting characters I work with and try to dissect their behavior and we wrap up with some talk about people's favorite cereals which leads me down a rabbit hole of a brand of cereal that is too insane to be true but yet somehow is.

All this and much much more

Homework assignment for next week: What does happy ever after mean to you? What did you want to be when you grew up compared to how your life turned out? For better or worse did things in your life turn out as you expected? Tell me as little or as much as you like!

Bonus homework assignment: Tell me your top three favorite cereals and why. And tell me your top three least favorite cereals and why.

Bonus Bonus Homework Assignment: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: Poop_Like_A_Champion.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:16pm EDT

This week we start with a quick update on my health from last week and then do another round of WYR which leads me to revisit an old internet sensation that makes me almost vomit live on air. 

Then I tell you about an encounter with a Dollar Tree employee who is at the end of her rope, a listener vents their frustration over trying to attain their goals and we wrap up with a story about a recent AFC character who hopefully has exited my life for good.

All this and much, much more. 

Homework assignment for a future show: What does happy ever after mean to you? What did you want to be when you grew up compared to how your life turned out? For better or worse did things in your life turn out as you expected? Tell me as little or as much as you like!

Bonus homework assignment: Tell me your top three favorite cereals and why. And tell me your top three least favorite cereals and why.

Bonus Bonus Homework Assignment: Is there a band that you like and appreciate now but avoided for whatever reason a child/teenager.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: When_You_Wish_Upon_A_Swan.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 3:06pm EDT

This week, I tell you about some stuff I've been watching on streaming and do some spoiler free reviews of some recent theatrical releases.

Then another round of WYR, and we wrap up with a story of what led me to visit a doctor for the first time in a while.

Homework assignment for a future show: What does happy ever after mean to you? What did you want to be when you grew up compared to how your life turned out? For better or worse did things in your life turn out as you expected? Tell me as little or as much as you like!

Bonus homework assignment: Tell me your top three favorite cereals and why. And tell me your top three least favorite cereals and why.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: The_Condition_Of_My_Condition.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 4:06pm EDT

This week is all about driving.  We're talking about  the things that piss you off, the things that you do that piss others off and everything in between.

Along the way, I discuss Valentines day, my new landlord, and other random pop culture topics. 

Then we dive into the mailbag for letters about the obnoxious driving habits of others, a listener teaches us a new term for merging, and I tell you about the best middle finger I've ever received while driving.

Plus many tangents and stories along the way including me losing a very important battle in the middle of the show.

Thank you to everyone who contributed the show this week!

Homework assignment for a future show: What does happy ever after mean to you? What did you want to be when you grew up compared to how your life turned out? For better or worse did things in your life turn out as you expected? Tell me as little or as much as you like!

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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Direct download: Stupid_Asshole_Driver_Detection.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 9:42am EDT

This week, I tell some stories about my relationship to coffee, another round of WYR, and I discover a super fun way to entertain myself by reading reviews of my workplace.

Then I tell you a story about a very awkward encounter with my neighbor "Tom" who lectures me about being a loner and makes me very uncomfortable by telling me about his favorite scene in a particular movie.

All this and much much more.

 

Homework assignment for a future show number 1: I want to know about your driving. Do you have road rage? Do you consider yourself or your partner a better driver? Do you know someone whose driving makes you crazy? What do they do? What are their driving quirks that make you crazy and what are yours that make them crazy? Tell me everything!

Homework assignment for a future show number two: What does happy ever after mean to you? What did you want to be when you grew up compared to how your life turned out? For better or worse did things in your life turn out as you expected? Tell me as little or as much as you like!

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

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

This week, we break format for a marathon episode that I think you're really gonna like.

When you do a couple months of music themed episodes and you need to wrap it all up with a conversation about all things concerts, music, and other assorted adventures...WHO ARE YOU GOING TO CALL?

The incomparable Joe Saxman makes his long awaited return to the show to break down all the concerts, songs and general misadventures that have shaped our friendship over the last 26 years.

We talk about far too much to even begin to list, so just sit back and listen to two old friends take you on a nostalgic journey through the music and movies that have shaped their lives over the last two and a half decades. 

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

Homework assignment for a future show: I want to know about your driving. Do you have road rage? Do you consider yourself or your partner a better driver? Do you know someone whose driving makes you crazy? What do they do? What are their driving quirks that make you crazy and what are yours that make them crazy? Tell me everything!

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Direct download: Better_Call_Sax.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 8:23am EDT

This week on the show I do some quick housekeeping that you will not want to skip over.

IMPORTANT NEWS ABOUT THE ANONYMOUS BOX!

Then, I discuss my new found gambling addiction, talk about bands that I love but no longer really listen to and review the first two episodes of the new HBO show The Last Of Us.

I try to do a very SPOILER FREE review but please listen to that part at your own discretion.

Then another round of Would You Rather that are full of impossible choices as always. 

Finally, friend of the show, Dominic Yosi chimes in with his picks for the songs that shape his emotions and his life and his very strong feelings about one particular Sarah Mclachlan song.

All of the the songs from our music episodes can be found on Spotify in a playlist titled A Fireside Soundtrack. If you can't find it or need the link, shoot me a line and I will gladly send it to you.

Homework assignment for a future show: I want to know about your driving. Do you have road rage? Do you consider yourself or your partner a better driver? Do you know someone whose driving makes you crazy? What do they do? What are their driving quirks that make you crazy and what are yours that make them crazy? Tell me everything!

Joe Saxman joins me next week to talk all things  concerts, music, growing up in the 90's and much much more.

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

It's the final week (for now) of our music episodes and we end with a real banger. 

But first, a coworker of mine goes through holiday withdrawal, we get some feedback from AFC nation on past episodes and another round of Would You Rather that leaves me feeling very uncomfortable as always.

Then we wrap up our music series with the picks of AFC favorite and future guest Joe Saxman.  I'm pretty sure you won't be able to hear Metallica or look at clowns the same way after this episode.

Saxman joins me for a 4 hour chat all about music, concerts, growing up and much much more. That episode drops on this feed in 2 weeks. 

A very fun episode that I think you will enjoy.

Homework assignment for a future show: I want to know about your driving. Do you have road rage? Do you consider yourself or your partner a better driver? Do you know someone whose driving makes you crazy? What do they do? What are their driving quirks that make you crazy and what are yours that make them crazy? Tell me everything!

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Direct download: Flaming_Hot_Dog_In_A_Clowns_Ass.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 2:38pm EDT

Our journey through the music of your lives is starting to wind down but not before we hear from a listener who shares songs that make her cry, make her laugh and remind her of the most important people in her life.

Before we get there, I do another round of Would You Rather and introduce you to a very lonely man with a very powerful tongue who I came across on social media.

No official homework assignment this week so that means it's open lines.  Got something on your mind you desperately need advice on? Have a topic or question you'd like addressed on the show? Have a WYR scenario you'd like me to answer?

You help make the content of the show! Let your voice be heard! Completely anonymous and confidential! Just click the link pinned at the top of the shows social media pages. I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: The_Power_Of_Love_And_Music.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 4:06pm EDT

This week, I try to get through the episode before the flu overtakes me.  

First, my weekend is interrupted by my neighbor Gladys and her wild stories of partying on the holidays.

Then some more impossible choices as we dive into the mailbag for a game of Would You Rather?

Finally we wrap up with some listener submissions of songs that get us excited and pumped up.

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.

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Direct download: Fired_Up_Flu.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 1:21pm EDT

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.

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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!

Thanks For Listening!

Direct download: Breaking_The_Habit.mp3
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!

Thanks For Listening!

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!

Thanks For Listening!

 

Direct download: Good_Dick_Day.mp3
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!

Thanks For Listening!

Direct download: The_Elephant.mp3
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!

Thanks For Listening!

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!

Thanks For Listening!

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!

Thanks For Listening!

 

Direct download: TickTock.mp3
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!

Thanks For Listening!

Direct download: The_Sex_Lives_Of_Monkeys.mp3
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!

Thanks For Listening!

Direct download: Revenge_Of_The_Podcast_Gods.mp3
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!

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!

Thanks For Listening!

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!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Fog_Of_Life.mp3
Category: -- posted at: 4:25pm EDT

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!

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

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!

Thanks for listening!

Direct download: Anxious_and_Anonymous.mp3
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!

Direct download: The_Accountability_Cup.mp3
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!

Thanks For Listening!

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.

You can leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING by clicking the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages.  TOTALLY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. SPEAK YOUR MIND! 

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.

You can leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING by clicking the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND CONFIDENTIAL.

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!

You can leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING  by clicking the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL!

Thanks for listening!

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.

Join in on the anonymous fun.  Just click the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages and leave me a question, confession, feedback, Whatever you like! It's all completely anonymous.

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!

Direct download: Fifth_Grade_Pussy_Magnet.mp3
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.

You can leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING including questions, topics, opinions, or just share your deepest secrets. I'll never use it on the show unless you give permission and it's COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS.

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.

 

You can leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING by clicking the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages.  COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS.

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. 

You can leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING by clicking the link pinned at the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS AND I'LL NEVER READ IT ON THE SHOW WITHOUT YOUR PERMISSION.

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.

You can leave me an anonymous message about ANYTHING by clicking the link pinned at the top of the shows social media pages. COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS and won't be used on the show without permission.

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!

 

You can leave me a COMPLETELY ANONYMOUS message about ANYTHING by clicking on the link pinned to the top of the shows social media pages.  I won't ever use it on the show unless given permission.

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