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Angry Alan PodcastAngry Alan – Episode 8: Dueling Billionaire Babies, Elon vs Trump and the American MeltdownBuckle up. This episode is filled with real life ridiculous with Alan wanting a simple tire change and what happens at the car dealership sets the tone for a no-holds-barred episode. From there, he dives into the Elon Musk vs. Donald Trump feud and why it’s the circus America didn’t ask for but totally deserves.Alan doesn't hold back on the ICE raids in California.Raw commentary on Trump and Epstein files, Elon’s overflowing family tree, and a passionate defense of hard-working immigrants and their kids—and you’ve got a wild...2025-06-1024 minAngry Alan PodcastAngry Alan - Episode 7: Hair Today, Bald TomorrowThis week, Alan takes a follicle-focused journey into the brutal realities of aging—because one day you're brushing your thick mane, and the next you're Googling "best hats for thinning hair." Plus, he scrolls through his phone to share some hilarious (and slightly concerning) candid photos of people “in the wild” who remind us all that aging isn’t for the faint of heart.Wrinkles, bald spots, and questionable fashion choices—you’ve been warned.2025-06-0430 minAngry Alan PodcastAngry Alan - Episode 6: Are You Angry or Just Bitter? + The Wheel of Wild Rants!This episode kicks off with a heartfelt viewer question: What’s the difference between being angry and being bitter—and how do you know which one you are? Our hosts unpack the emotional weight of both and get real about what it means to carry resentment in a world that keeps testing your patience.Then it’s time to spin the Wheel of Wild Rants! 🌀 Each spin unlocks a new, unpredictable topic:🏈 Sports – The overhyped athletes 🔐 Passwords – Why is every login starting to feel like a pop quiz?🧬 Biometrics – Fingerprints, retina scans, face ID—are we safe, or just s...2025-06-0420 minAngry Alan PodcastAngry Alan - Episode 5: Why Is Everything So Damn Expensive?This week, Alan is fired up over the ridiculous cost of having fun. From Taylor Swift concert tickets that cost more than rent to sporting events that require a small loan just to park, nothing escapes his wrath. Why are we paying $18 for a beer and $400 to sit in the nosebleeds? Have we all lost our minds—or just our money?Whether it’s hidden fees, VIP scams, or $75 t-shirts, Alan’s asking the big question:When did fun become a luxury?Bonus topics: Sororities are Disgusting, Pets are secretly making us miserable, Fake Nice P...2025-06-0432 minAngry Alan PodcastAngry Alan – Episode 4: I Hate TravelingIn this jet-lagged meltdown of a travel episode, Alan rips into everything from airlines and rental car ripoffs to the mystery of how a $600 trip ballooned to $1,600. He shares a chaotic Spain story, vents about tipping in Europe, complains about walking a “zillion miles,” and recounts how he was nearly denied boarding because—you guessed it—you can’t get on a plane while bleeding.Oh—and should you even travel with family? Alan’s got thoughts.Travel may expand your worldview—but it absolutely infuriates Angry Allen.2025-05-3024 minAngry Alan PodcastAngry Alan – Episode 3: Southern Hospitality is a MythWelcome to the third episode of the Angry Alan Show Podcast. In this episode, host Alan Topchik is joined by his longtime friend Tim, a born-and-bred Texan, as they embark on a mission to become “Unangry Alan” by unpacking the everyday absurdities that fuel our frustrations. From the myths of Southern hospitality to the impersonal takeover of technology and the tangled world of tipping, Alan and Tim dive headfirst into the little things that make us see red.Topics Covered:Alan’s rant on the myth versus reality of Southern hospitality, from porch pirate...2025-05-2123 minAngry Alan PodcastAngry Alan – Episode 2: The Pope, Family Matters, and the Death of Customer ServiceWelcome to the latest episode of The Angry Alan Show Podcast. In this episode, host Alan is joined by co-host Tim, and Alan declares he is "exceptionally F***ING ANGRY." Together, they explore the everyday absurdities and systemic frustrations that fuel our rage, exploring whether anger is a necessary tool for survival and if there's any path towards becoming "unangry" in a maddening world.Topics Covered:Navigating intense family frustrations, including issues with an 18-year-old daughter, ex-wives, "family vultures," and the feeling that "it's just not easy."Battling institutional absurdities like HIPAA being used against individuals ("...2025-05-2122 minAngry Alan PodcastAngry Alan – Episode 1: Why is Alan SO Angry Anyway?Welcome to the premier episode of the Angry Alan Podcast. In this episode, host Alan, joined by "polar opposite" friend Texas Tim, embarks on a mission to become "Unangry Alan" by confronting the everyday absurdities that fuel our frustrations.Topics Covered:The infuriating myth of the "unsubscribe" button and the endless cycle of junk email.Navigating the maddening maze of customer service phone calls, from automated menus to elusive supervisors.When technology designed to help (like email and automated texts) just makes things worse.Unpacking corporate tactics that seem designed to wear you down and make...2025-05-2131 min
Rural Health TodayMay 5, 2025 News Update: Medicaid Update, Bed Shortages and National Nurses WeekShow Notes
Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital.
News sources for this episode:
Alan Condon, “Pennsylvania hospital closes,” Friday, April 25, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/finance/pennsylvania-hospital-closes/, Becker’s Hospital Review.
Madeline Ashley, “The cost of hospital closures in 21 numbers,” Monday, April 28, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/finance/the-cost-of-hospital-closures-in-21-numbers/, Becker’s Hospital Review.
Michael Topchik, et. al, “2025 rural health state of the state,” February 11, 2025, https://www.chartis.com/sites/default/files/documents/CCRH%20WP%20-%202025%20Rural%20health%20state%20of%20the...2025-05-0505 min
The Jeff Crilley ShowAlan Topchik, Host of the Angry Alan Show | The Jeff Crilley ShowI remember in the late 90's at Fox Four, I did a very popular recurring segment called Drives Me Crazy. It was all about things that made you lose your mind. For example, waiting too long in a Starbucks or the cop that pulls you over for going just three miles over the speed limit. We would ask viewers to submit things that drive them crazy. Then, we'd follow up. It was a wildly popular segment. So, my next guest will explore all of that in a brand new podcast, launching soon on this network. Alan Topchik is in...2025-04-1012 min