Episode 238 start offs with John giving a recap and ending to the Hitler story he told on Episode 237!   David talks about spending time with friends at the lake and the struggles of potty training a child.  The guys talk about the death of Ned Beatty, Rick Schroeder protesting a Foo Fighters show, and an update on Mark and Patricia McCloskey (the gun idiots in Missouri).  David talks about the legacy of being a dad and how it's changed over the years.  The two then jump into the Mt. Rushmore of GOOD TV Dads. 

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238: Dads are Great!

The show starts off with thanks to Ender Bowen for being a guest on last week's show.  Last week, the guys listed the Mt. Rushmore of Debut Albums and then read a few listener lists inspired from that episode. David got a new car and had to assemble a basketball goal. John was called a racist at work and shares that story, which is a wild one!  We touch on two news stories, which are centered on 'Cancel Culture.  HatWorks in Nashville made a controversial post that cost them business and Ellie Kemper was in trouble for something that happened to her when she was a teenager.  This leads into the Mt. Rushmore of The Office Characters. That's right, the best and important characters from the the amazing TV show.  Lots of deep dives into the show! The show wraps up with a Dear John segment.  Someone has gone into business with their friend and things are not working out so well.  Can John help with the problem? Listen and find out!

237: Office Talk

David and John are joined by artist Ender Bowen on Episode 236.   He is promoting his upcoming album, The Art of Tactful Procrastination.   An album that addresses the joys and perils of living life!  The album was recorded entirely by Ender and is amazing.  We talk about what it's like to be an indepedent artist in 2021 and how he is promoting his album on social media.  We listen to three songs that will be on the upcoming album: Some Kind of Never, Still No Closer to Tomorrow, and Bleeding Heart.  Then the three lists their Mt. Rushmore of Debut Albums!  The albums that launched the careers of many well known bands today! Want to follow Ender? Go to his website: http://www.enderbowen.com.  Sign up for his mailing list and have goodies sent your way!!

236: Special Guest - Ender Bowen!

The show starts off with comments about last week's Mt. Rushmore of Undeserving Bands in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  The hosts received a lot of comments and they are broken down.  John got braces this week and talks about that experience.  The highs and lows of the emotional journey and what he hopes it will bring to his life when it's over.  The quick news of the show: Eric Carle passed away and Clay Travis is taking over for Rush Limbaugh.  The guys list their Mt. Rushmore of High School Movies and it's quite a fun list of films.  Find out by listening to the show!  

235: High School Movies!

The show starts off with David's recap of his experience at his son's 5th Grade Graduation.  He offers insight into problems in America regarding affluent communities and education. Both David and John have been sick and talk about their ailments!  The guys discuss the deaths of New Jack, Charles Grodin, and Paul Mooney.   The Friends Reunion is going to air soon.  Is John excited? Thoughts on the sitcom are discussed. Mark McCloskey is back in the news.  Who is Mark McCloskey?  The gentleman who was branding an AR-15, alongside his wife, against protestors in Missouri (yeah, that guy). He's running for Senate and we wonder why are people so stupid?  The rest of the show is dedicated to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  We list the inductees into the 2021 Class and then jump into the Mt. Rushmore of Undeserving Rock and Roll HOF Inductees.  Listen and find out if your favorite band made the list!

234: Who Is Clyde McPhatter?

The guys start off by talking about Mother's Day.  Both hosts talk about experiencing the holiday without their mother's around and how they celebrated for their wives.  They also talk about the horror of bad mothers in the news.  The guys touch on the Israel - Palestine Conflict and the gas shortage in America! The show then goes into the Mt. Rushmore of Television Mom's.  It's a fun discussion about the mother's that stood out on television.  Different styles and eras make the cut.  Find out who makes the list!

233: Mothers Against Gas Shortages

John got his 2nd COVID Vaccination shot and talks about any potential effects!  David is also finishing up college! The guys discuss the release of Marvel Phase 4 movies, which was listed this week.  Are there any that peak their interest?  Will the new generation succeed? BIll Gates got divorced this week and they try to figure out why.  The show then features Star Wars Talk.  They relive some of their memories of the film and then list their Mt. Rushmore of Star Wars Character. Also find out how Yoda may have been based on a Mormon Prophet. 

232: The Skywalkers are The Worst

It's Birthday week on BYB!  David celebrated his 44th birthday and a few listeners had birthdays as well.  Willie Nelson and Michelle Pfeiffer both had birthdays today and we celebrate those icons. David gave blood and talks about that experience.  He encourages everyone to donate if they can.  The guys discuss the Oscar Awards of 2021.  Do the awards matter?  Does winning in general matter?  Reflections are made on the manner. The Mt. Rushmore of Best Picture Winners is featured on the show.  The hosts look at the Oscars winners of past and try to build the perfect four.  A wrap up with talk about Falcon and Winter Soldier. 

231: And the Award Goes To...

The show starts off with John and David talking about dental visits this past week.  John has some big news to reveal and it's a surprise to David!  The guys discuss Derek Chauvin being found guilty on all three charges for the death of George Floyd, Ted Nugent coming down with COVID-19, and Eva Mende's thoughts on spanking children.  The guys list their Mt. Rushmore of Stoners in honor of 4/20 happening this past week.   Lay back, smoke some bud, and enjoy the discussion The show wraps up with a movie recommendation and John's thoughts on the new Groupon campaign!

230: Let's Get Stoned, Man.

The show starts off with David and John both talking about their COVID-19 Vaccination Shots. John got his first one and David got his second and final one.  The hosts look at some interesting movie casting decisions. Namely Kevin James and Pete Davidson.  Who have they been cast to play? Also who's excited to see Suicide Squad 2?  One of the Bachelor's (Colton) revealed he was gay this past week!  The two talk about the series and wonder why it's such a hit. The show then delves into the Mt. Rushmore of Hated Wrestlers.  Who do you hate as a wrestler?  The top two are Goldberg and New Jack!  Find out the rest and relive a story from John's childhood that left him scarred forever!

229: Vaccines and Wrasslin'

Easter was this past weekend and the guys talked about how they celebrated the holiday.  This leads into talk about how they can't eat the good food like they used to in their younger years.  DMX is on life support this week.  There is talk about what happened and what the rapper's legacy was in the hip hop game. Speaking of rappers, a recent poll came out, that crowned Outkast a better all-time band than the Beatles!  There is much to discuss about this poll!!  The boys list the Mt. Rushmore of Resurrected Movie Characters. Characters that died on the movie screen but found a way to come back!   The show wraps up with talk about the TV Show Invincible, which is now streaming on Amazon Prime.  FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/bybpod TWITTER: http://twitter.com/bybpod INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/blameyourbro

Episode 228: Back From The Dead!

Episode 227 is here and it features the Mt. Rushmore of Stand-Up Comedians! The show starts off with David's problems with home repair.  That leads into Lil Nas X's week.  He has been the subject of controversy after his music video for Montero.  In the video he gives Satan a lap dance and the internet lost it's mind (specifically the Conservative Side of Social Media).  David has problems with David Ramsey and this leads into discussion about Jesus being a Republican or Democrat. John gives his best argument for him being more of a Republican. Tennessee Legislation has passed some odd laws lately (or attempting to pass them) and that is briefly talked about. The show reaches it crescendo with the Mt. Rushmore of Stand-Up Comedians.  Will your favorite make the list? You will have to listen to find out!!

Episode 227 - Lil Nas X's Stand-Up Special

Episode 226 was recorded during a tornado warning. We sacrificed our safety, so you are welcome! David and John talk about their past week, which included the memorial service for David's mother.  John got to eat at Joey's House of Pizza and the guys talk about how much they love the Nashville restaurant.  The system is broken.  Can it be fixed?  The two discuss money and gun problems in America. John watched The Snyder Cut of JLA and gives his thoughts on it. John and David then list their Top Female Comic Book Characters in their Mt. Rushmore segment.  Wonder Woman, Lois Lane, Jean Grey, and Catwoman all make the list.  You'll have to listen to hear all the choices

Episode 226 - Top Female Comic Characters (and Tornado Warnings)

The boys are back after taking off last week.   David's mother passed away on March 10th and he talks about that experience.  From finding out his mom had cancer in January, to her passing away just a little over a month later.   He talks about the logistics of hospice care, the emotional journey, and the generosity of friends and strangers alike.   After that emotional journey, the guys talk about the Zack Snyder Justice League movie that was released on HBO Max.  David watched it and gives his thoughts on it.   They also try to cast the perfect Lois Lane and might have found a few good results. The show wraps up with some Oscar talk and the violence against Asian-Americans that has been in the news lately.

Episode 225 - The Death of David's Mom and #JusticeLeagueSnyderCut

Episode 224 is a different one as David and John record the episode via Zoom since John's child was possibly exposed to COVID-19 at school.  John discusses that matter and it leads into talk about Texas and it's stance on the mask mandate.   John went to the eye doctor and did not like the experience.  We also talk about contact lenses and which sense would be the worst to lose.  Cancel Culture is always a big topic on social media. The guys discuss the cancelling of Dr. Seuss (by President Biden), the current Andrew Cuomo Situation, and also the Bachelor world! It all gets broken down! David and John list their Mt. Rushmore of Movie Crushes!  Which characters are worthy of being named as their top crushes of all time?  It's an interesting list. The show wraps up with talk about WandaVision and what John sees happening in the season finale!

Episode 224 - Everyone is CANCELLED and Top Movie Crushes

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