The way-too-soon deaths of comedian Norm MacDonald and actor Michael K. Williams and what we've lost. Covid stuff and why there is not a "vaccine mandate." Plus, 99.9% of K-Mart stores are gone.

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Various Sadness, Loss, Stats, and More

Back from a summer break and trying to stay on top of the news. carrying on with Covid and the Delta variant, travelling and the deaths of actor Ed Asner, ZZ Top bass player Dusty Hill, and Charlie Watts, the drummer for the Rolling Stones

Back From Our Summer Hiatus

The big rant: vaccinations, the Delta Variant, selfless vs. selfish and conspiracy theories. Plus, Jean Smart gets very well-deserved Emmy nominations for her roles in two HBO Max series, Mare of Easttown and the hilarious Hacks. And decisions, regrets, and moving forward.

If You Had To Do It All Over...

A review of the newest HBO series , Mare of Easttown. Spoiler alert: it's terrific! Is there anything that Kate Winslett hasn't been good in? For more: Mare of Easttown | HBO

"Mare of Easttown" - A Quick Review

Same management, same RSS feed, same dumb podcast, but with a new name: The Weapon of Self-Distraction Podcast is now Distraction Avenue. This episode: having vaccine envy, the top 10 people you see at the gym and TV ratings for the Jeopardy! guest hosts. Finally, RIP to the amazing and wonderful Charles Grodin. 

New Name, Same Dumb Podcast

The trial and conviction of Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd. Plus, some social media statistics. And the return of an Obscure But Cool Song.

Episode 139: Just Some News From Minneapolis

Two guys in Australia drift two miles out to sea on an air mattress, a new foster dog and some thoughts on being single...again. Plus, comedian Danny Jolles has his first special, "6 Parts" available for free on You Tube. He's amazing, and so is his special. 

Episode 138: Two Dudes On A Mattress And A Foster Dog

Doug Brod is the author of the fantastic book, They Just Seem A Little Weird: How Cheap Trick, KISS,  Aerosmith, and Starz Remade Rock and Roll. We talk about how he wrote the book, how those bands are all connected, their influence and how they're still relevant today. And that despite a lot of trial and tribulations, they're each still great. At the top: Super Bowl LV, the Tampa Bay Bucaneers vs. the Kansas City Chiefs, and Ten Random Super Bowl Facts. They Just Seem A Little Weird: How Cheap Trick, How KISS, Cheap Trick, Aerosmith, and Starz Remade Rock and Roll is informative, fun, and awesome and is available online and in bookstores. For more info and retailers, click here.  

Episode 137: Interview with Doug Brod, author of "The Just Seem A Little Weird"

Quick reviews: Steve's all-time favorite band of all-time, Cheap Trick just released a rocking song, "Light Up The Fire," and it rocks! "Light Up The Fire" rocks! Plus, new music from Dead Daisies and Smith/Kotzen, a new side-project from Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen. Its all killer!

Episode 136: New Music from Cheap Trick and Other Faves

Why not say "Happy New Year" deeper into January? Guests hosts on Jeopardy! Crocs had a booming 2020, Netflix massive spend for new content and Ben & Jerry's doggie desserts.

Episode 135: Happy New Year, Jeopardy!, Crocs, and More

The new song by Van Morrison and Eric Clapton, protesting their being asked to help the greater good during a pandemic, is discussed, and Rickie Lee Jones' reaction to their song. Plus, holiday traditions come and go, and a reminder of a previous tradition: Wilford Brimley, via the old Imus in the Morning Show, talking about oatmeal. 

Episode 134: Holiday Traditions or Lack Thereof

The awesome cat and occasional unwitting podcast guest Pluto passed away; a euology for the best pet, ever. And paying it forward - 900 times! - at a Dairy Queen in Minnesota.

Episode 133: Goodbye, Pluto

Various distractions and shenanigans...and wouldn't the latter make a great name for a restaurant: a familiar concept is discussed. The biggest distraction: Covid-19 all the time, the five likliest places you get the virus and the overall statistics are staggering. Warner Brothers announces all their 2021 movies will open simultaneously on HBO Max and theatres. Plus, dairy camels in Australia. Yes, dairy camels

Episode 132: Lots of Shenanigans

The start of another Covid-19 lockdown/shutdown should mean more time for a few things, including new podcast episode. Quick takes on that viral Tik Tok video of the skateboard guy and the Fleetwood Mac song "Dreams," some shows on Netflix including David Letterman and the British crime drama Broadchurch. Plus A Cool But Obscure Song.

Episode 131: Lock It Down, Shut It Down - For A Little While

News about new music from AC/DC, Foo Fighters, and Paul McCartney. Plus, Wolfgang Van Halen's solo debut and upcoming Howard Stern interview

Episode 130: Lots of New Music!

Conversations about various distractions in life, including people, pop culture and more.

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