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Bellied UpCanadian is Upset With Charlie #163In this episode, we’re at Will’s Northwoods in Chicago, IL. The first caller (14:35) plays us a tune on his mandolin and talks about his woodworking business. The next caller (36:21) is a Canadian living in New Zealand, and he’s got a bone to pick with Charlie about whether he’s a redneck or a hippie.Tickets to Bellied Up LIVE: https://www.pabsttheatergroup.com/events/detail/bellied-up-2025
2025-08-071h 06Bellied UpMidwest Boyfriend Refuses To F****** Clean #156Charlie shares a funny story about his struggles with a parking garage. The first caller (6:45) calls in asking for tips on how to get her boyfriend to start cleaning the house and help with household chores instead of avoiding em. She’s also a dedicated Green Bay Packers shareholder. The next caller, (34:21) from Montreal, wants advice on how to help his redneck hunting buddy reduce his beer drinking. Finally, (54:27) we listen to a listener voicemail asking, “When should you throw away your underwear?”Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095Get Tickets to Bellied Up Live in Chi...
2025-06-1957 minBellied UpNFL Mascot Wants to Be a Lawyer #155We're live from Frank's Lounge in Fargo, ND! Our first caller is a woman frustrated with her husband who won’t stop wearing camo (we think he sounds awesome). Then we hear from a lifelong mascot who just graduated college and is now considering trading in the costume for law school. And to wrap things up, we’ve got the purr-fect special guest joining us to close out the episode!Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095Get Tickets to Bellied Up Live in Chicago July 8th 👇https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1052206/2025-charlie-berens-podcast-chicago-zanies-chicago
2025-06-121h 04Bellied UpWisconsin VS. North Dakota (Midwest Trivia Showdown) #154Myles and Charlie kick things off with a quick round of Midwest trivia to test their midwest knowledge. The first caller, checking in from New Hampshire, has concerns about having too many hobbies and tells us his experience working as a police dispatcher. The next caller talks about receiving an "ugly" clock from his Aunt Carol as a wedding gift and asks for the most respectful way to get rid of the damn thing. Finally, a caller asks Is spaghetti and milk actually a good combo?Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095Get Tickets to...
2025-06-051h 00Bellied UpWhat Makes or Breaks a Bar #141This episode starts off hot! (10:27) The first caller wants to start a bar with his wife and wants to know what are the essentials to a great bar. (39:20) The next caller is having trouble making decisions with her husband. (59:19)Finally, we listen to one of our funniest voicemails yet!Wanna talk to us? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind 👇218-303-5095Get Yourself a "Road Hunting for Ditch Chickens" hat 👇https://ohhyoubetcha.com/products/ditch-chickens-hatCheck out Charlie Berens Special "Midwest Goodbye" 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch...
2025-02-271h 06Bellied UpAddicted To Hardware Stores #139Carter calls back from Episode 112 (A Very Canadian Bar Fight) to give us a belated update on how his life is going. Next is a caller who certifies forklift drivers, and the last caller has a confession… he's addicted to hardware stores.Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind 👇218-303-5095Get Yourself a "Road Hunting for Ditch Chickens" hat 👇https://ohhyoubetcha.com/products/ditch-chickens-hatCheck out Charlie Berens Special "Midwest Goodbye" 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wEzagimGjcCheck out Myles' Podcast "You Betcha Radio" 👇https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...
2025-02-131h 00Bellied UpWe Invent a New Sport #138We're at the Holler House in Milwaukee, WI. The first caller has an ice shanty, and we give her an idea of what she should do with it. The next caller is an electrician who really wants to buy a snowmachine, but they also have a kid on the way in a few months. The last caller is bummed because he's dating a vegetarian.
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2025-02-061h 05Bellied UpWhat YOU Should KNOW About The Amish #137We kick off the episode talking about postgame interviews. The first caller is in an Everybody Loves Raymond situation with his in-laws. Next, a caller from Ohio gives us a peek into Amish life and lets us know what we should know. Last caller is a guy who lives full-time on the road with his family in an RV—oh, and he's a huge Dungeons & Dragons fan.
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2025-01-301h 06Bellied UpArizona is Annoyed of The Snowbirds #136The first caller needs pointers on hiring the right construction worker. He also mentions that his daughter has a unique skill. The next caller is a baker living in Arizona who is tired of Midwestern habits. The last caller is a woman who recently moved to California and is worried she's losing her Midwest roots.
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2025-01-231h 02Bellied UpWhich State Has The Best Beer? #135The first caller is struggling with his wife about wearing band T-shirts to concerts. The next caller is from Washington State, thinking about moving and wanting to know the differences between North and South Dakota. The last caller gives us insight into water towers.
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2025-01-161h 08Bellied UpLost in Midwest Translation #134The first caller is a therapist trying to get her husband excited about birthdays. She also gives Myles and Charlie a mini therapy session. The last caller is an ethanol trucker from Iowa, struggling to communicate with his Minnesota wife. Myles and Charlie step in to help with the language barrier.
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2025-01-0956 minBellied UpMidwest Nice Vs. Southern Hospitality #133First caller tells us a very smelly story. Next caller is a structural engineer and has some beef with Myles, also wants to know the difference between Midwest Nice and Southern Hospitality. Last caller is in the market for a ice house but he has a light beer budget.
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2025-01-021h 11Bellied UpArm Wrestling At Hooter's #132The first caller is an avid arm wrestler who wonders why parents bring their kids to Hooters. The next caller is a chronic Facebook Marketplace lowballer; we get him to confess his dirty deeds and assign a penance. Last, we listen to a voicemail from a guy who has a neat black pheasant.
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2024-12-261h 03Bellied UpWe Take Illinois To Therapy #131The first caller wonders what she should buy her husband. Then, we talk to Jaden, the bartender, who fills us in on working in the bar business and being a math teacher. The last caller is Maggie from Illinois, and she has a bone to pick with Charlie.
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2024-12-1950 minBellied UpThe World's Coolest Homemade Bicycle #130The first caller is sick and tired of dealing with all these wedding vendors. The next caller wants to teach her new baby to grow up enjoying classic winter sports, but her husband doesn’t know anything about them. The last caller is a pole vaulter who is building an awesome seven-person bicycle.
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2024-12-1258 minBellied UpEscaping The Company Picnic #129In this episode, we're at The Garden in Bemidji, MN. The first caller shares about her husband, who has a major golfing habit. The next caller tells us all about the ridiculous antics of his buddy "Brad" in La Crosse, WI. Finally, the last caller wants advice on how to avoid or escape his company picnic.
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2024-12-0552 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 225 - Charlie Q&AIt’s that time again! This week Charlie is back with another Q&A episode of the Cripescast, where he reveals his deepest fears, his favorite conspiracy theories, and his thoughts on the new Wicked movie.
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2024-12-0454 minBellied UpWhen Asking For a Raise Goes Wrong #128First caller is in a complicated situation with his cousin, Next caller wants to rant about his guard dog that isn't doing a great job, Next Caller gives us a bellied update on what happened with asking for a raise.
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2024-11-2745 minBellied UpThe Art of Friend Zoning #127In this episode we chat with a guy thats frustrated with how other people treat the golf course. Then, Bartender Lauren joins us to talk about the do's and donts' of asking for a drink. Last caller wants to know how to put guys in the friends zone.
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2024-11-2146 minBellied UpFor The Love of Dairy #126In this episode, we're at Slim's Bar and Grill in Bemidji, MN. Our first caller is from Dallas and is tired of people texting and driving all the time. The next caller is a full-time dairy farmer in Wisconsin, who’s having trouble finding the right gal. Lastly, Bemidji local Jason wants answers to why the coffee at church has changed.
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2024-11-141h 02Bellied UpWhy Does Everyone Hate Ohio? #125first caller is wondering how to deal with her golden retriever husband when they're on airplanes. Next caller needs answers on why Ohio gets so much hate. Last caller is living in Spain and living in fear that a girl he likes we'll reject him.
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2024-11-0751 minBellied UpEx-Girlfriend Strikes Back #124Our first caller presents his case on why Michigan should be considered the capital of the Midwest. The next caller is dealing with a breakup and wants advice on how to get her family cookbook back from her ex-boyfriend. (40:42) Our last caller gives us an update about asking out his supervisor's sister, and we help him work on his 'game.'
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2024-10-3158 minBellied UpHow NOT To Pick Up Women #123First caller has a roommate that has a restraining order on a gal he wants to date, Next caller has a notebook of questions for us from her dog all the way to the meaning of life, Last caller is having trouble finding a date.
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2024-10-2443 minBellied UpSecrets From Rehab #122Our first caller(s) are a couple of gals in rehab. We ask them what it's like and if anything crazy is going on. The next caller has a mom, that doesn’t understand this podcast, so we explain it to her. We also break down what a Midwest Bootcamp would look like. Our last caller is a veteran living in Poland, who gives us some insight, and then we head to the muskie tank for a new business idea.
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2024-10-171h 06Bellied UpOur Messiest Confession Yet #121In this episode, we’re at Turtles Bar and Grill in Shakopee, MN. The first caller is newly married and struggling with his in-laws. The second caller has a messy confession to make. The third caller is having problems with coworkers, and the fourth caller, a Wisconsinite, has an unexpected opportunity to become a fricking Illinois bastard. The last caller got competitive on a cruise ship.
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2024-10-101h 02The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 217 - Jessie OpoienMilwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Jessie Opoien has been covering politics in Wisconsin for over a decade. With the 2024 presidential election just around the corner and with several hot button issues on the ballot, many Americans have questions about what’s really at stake this November. Luckily, Jessie brings her expertise to the Cripescast this week to answer viewer submitted questions. She sheds light on topics such as election integrity, how to register to vote, and whether or not we can put an end to increasing political polarization. In true Charlie fashion, the two go down the rabbit hole of ar...
2024-10-091h 10The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 216 - Cooking with Yia VangYia Vang’s new Minneapolis restaurant, Vinai, is a place of restoration. Named after the Hmong refugee camp in Thailand where Yia’s parents met and where he was born, the restaurant serves as a love letter to his family and heritage. Both of his establishments, Vinai and Union Hmong Kitchen, are some of the first ever dedicated Hmong cuisine restaurants in the United States. On top of being a critically-acclaimed chef, he also hosts a cooking show called “Feral” on the Outdoor Channel, and has made appearances on shows like “Iron Chef” and “Good Morning America”. This week on the Cripescas...
2024-10-0346 minBellied UpGirlfriend Facetimes Too Much #118In this episode, we're podcasting from the Oakes Bar and Grill at the Majestic Oaks Golf Club in Ham Lake, MN. The first caller lets us in on some secrets of the hotel front desk. The next caller rants about his girlfriend FaceTiming him too much. Another caller, who is on house arrest in Wisconsin, gets some ideas from us on how to pass the time. The last caller has a bad squirrel problem in Duluth, but we turn the negative into a positive by finding ways to make money from it.
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2024-09-1955 minBellied UpCalifornia To Wisconsin #117The first caller is a young fella in a sticky situation with his difficult roommate. The next caller is a Texan who needs advice on whether he should date a woman he's known for only a little bit. The last caller is moving from California to one of the best states in the country and is wondering how to deal with the bitter cold.
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2024-09-1254 minBellied UpDry Wedding Survival Guide #116The first caller lives in Saskatchewan and is looking to sell his family hardware store. It's our biggest buy, sell, or trade yet! The next caller is going to a wedding with no food and no booze, oh the humanity. The last caller, who lives in Kansas, needs advice on how to overcome her recent breakup.
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2024-09-0550 minBellied UpHow To Disappoint Dad #115In this episode, we’re podcasting from Long Bridge in Detroit Lakes, MN. (00:06:10 - 00:22:01)First caller from South Carolina is struggling with family expectations and wants tips on how to embrace disappointing his dad. (00:22:06 - 00:34:07) Our second caller from Virginia is looking for creative ways to go camping solo without his wife knowing. (00:41:21 - 00:53:19) Finally, our last caller from Lubbock, Texas, is gearing up for a big game day and needs tailgating tips to make his party the coolest one in town.
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2024-08-2953 minBellied UpAmish Civil War #113In this episode, Myles and Charlie chat about the ways they're becoming like their dads. First caller is a young fella who wants to know how to be a good wingman for his buddy, who has an awesome name. The next caller is a Junior Olympic trapshooter that needs advice on how to get in the right headspace for his competitions. The last caller is curious about whether the Amish have any conflicts, so naturally, he asks Myles and Charlie.
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2024-08-1555 minThe Cripescast PodcastEpisode 208 - Adam PawlakWhether you watched him compete on Hell’s Kitchen or you’ve been to his Milwaukee restaurant Egg & Flour, it’s safe to say that Adam Pawlak knows a thing or two about food. From humble beginnings as a Jimmy John’s cashier, to becoming a sous chef, an executive chef and now the owner of his own restaurant, he made his lifelong dreams of working in the culinary world a reality. Adam joins Charlie in the Cripescast studio this week and brings with him the most adorable entourage, his four month old miniature Dachshund puppy Alfredo. Charlie and Adam dis...
2024-07-241h 25The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 207 - Elena VelezFashion Designer Elena Velez finds beauty in unlikely places and attributes her industrial artistic style to her Midwest upbringing. Raised by a single mother who worked as a ship captain on the Great Lakes, Elena spent much of her childhood surrounded by heavy machinery and unique landscapes, and its influence can be seen in her work today. Though she always knew she wanted to be a fashion designer, she felt underrepresented in the industry. However, being an outsider isn’t stopping her from finding success. Velez has gained notoriety through prestigious awards, success at New York Fashion Week, and dr...
2024-07-101h 16Bellied UpMyles and Charlie Investigate a Crime #108In this episode, a caller from Louisiana tells us about a crime that happened in his small town, and Myles and Charlie put on their detective hats. The next caller wants advice on how to spice up her wedding. The last caller is a newcomer in a small town in Ohio and wants to know how to make friends with the bar regulars.
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2024-07-0257 minThe Cripescast PodcastEpisode 205 - Fishing with Luke MusgraveLive from Lake Winnebago with Green Bay Packers’ tight end Luke Musgrave, it’s the 4th anniversary episode of the Cripescast. In this special episode, Luke and Charlie get to know each other the best way anyone can: while fishing for walleye… and the occasional sheepshead. They’re also joined by outdoor expert, fishing guide, and return Cripescast guest, Larry Smith, who teaches them a thing or two about hearing which fish is on the line. Having grown up in Bend, Oregon with a passion for fishing, Luke fits right in on the water. He and Charlie swap childhood fishing...
2024-06-271h 30Bellied UpCharlie is Scared Of Robots #107The first caller gives us the scoop on what bugs sign language interpreters and tells us the drama he's facing with his upcoming wedding. Russell from Nicolet Law stops by and tells us who would make the better lawyer, Myles or Charlie. The last caller asks about robots, and Charlie dives deep on what the future of society could be.
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2024-06-2757 minThe Cripescast PodcastEpisode 203 - Zane StatzWhether it’s transforming an ordinary fence across from Lambeau Field into the infamous “Packers Fence” or customizing an average sneaker into every sports fan’s dream shoe, Zane Statz has a gift for reinventive art. As a muralist, custom artist, and Packers fan, Zane is living out his dream by having his custom-painted cleats worn by NFL players including Jayden Reed, Romeo Doubs and Kenny Clark, just to name a few. While it’s fun having his shoes worn by Packers, Yung Gravy and even Charlie, Zane explains the most fulfilling work he’s done has been pieces that involve...
2024-06-121h 08The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 202 - Charles IsbellCharlie goes down the AI rabbit hole again this week but this time he’s joined by an actual AI expert, UW-Madison Provost Charles Isbell. Provost Isbell has been fascinated with computers since he was 8 years old, and in turn has dedicated his life’s work to them by becoming a researcher, computationalist, and educator in the field of computer science. From studying at Georgia Tech, to earning his PhD at MIT, and eventually becoming the Provost at UW-Madison, it’s safe to say he has rightfully earned the title of “expert” in his field. In this week’s episode Charl...
2024-06-051h 24The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 200 - Charlie Answers Fan QuestionsThis week Charlie celebrates the 200th episode of the Cripescast by answering all of your burning questions. Buckle up for his advice on dating, lawn care and how to craft the perfect junk drawer. He and his producer Colleen go on many tangents spanning from deep philosophical discussions to what cheese is best on a charcuterie board. Full episode out now!
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2024-05-221h 10The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 199 - Kristen KishKristen Kish may be new to hosting “Top Chef” but she’s no stranger to the show. Crowned the Season 10 champion in 2012, she became the second woman ever to claim the title and has since returned to host the show. After her 2012 win, she’s gone on to open her own restaurant in Texas called Arlo Grey, release a cookbook, and host other TV shows like National Geographic’s “Restaurants and the End of the World” and Travel Channel’s “36 Hours”. In this episode, she and Charlie talk about both of their experiences on the show, her as the fresh-faced host and...
2024-05-151h 14Bellied UpCharlie Might Have a Concussion #94We're at Ted's Bar in St. Paul, MN. Charlie had an interesting accident before this episode. (9:37) The first caller is dating a bull rider and wants to find out what gets him excited. Don't listen to this call around children. Russell from Nicolet Law drops by to give Charlie some pointers on how to handle his potential injury. (57:45) The last caller is struggling with keeping his beer league intact.
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2024-03-281h 20The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 193 - Taylor Calmus ReturnsLive from his garage in Colorado, Taylor Calmus, a.k.a. Dude Dad, makes his triumphant return to the Cripescast yet again. He and Charlie get comfortable on a vintage Davenport to shoot the breeze, answer fan questions, and sip on Charlie’s new Brandy. As good friends and frequent collaborators, they spend this episode reminiscing on the sketches they’ve done, including their recent sequel of “Husbands of Target” that they shot for a Super Bowl ad for Target. The two share stories from pheasant hunting at Taylor’s family farm in South Dakota to life on tour, and even d...
2024-03-061h 07The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 188 - Brett NewskiMilwaukee musician Brett Newski goes way back with Charlie... like, all the way back to the first grade. From their days as elementary school classmates to both being raised by tough Midwestern dads, the two reminisce on their shared childhood experiences in this episode of the Cripescast. In more recent years, Brett can be found touring the world playing music with his band NEWSKI, advocating for mental health awareness, and drinking lots of half-caf coffee. Full of inspiring stories, he discusses everything from his time living in Vietnam making jingles for tampon commercials, to the process of creating his...
2024-01-241h 15Bellied UpCharlie Gets a Tarot Card Reading #83Our first caller wants to be more than friends with Charlie. The next caller is having sprinkler problems, and perhaps our biggest buy, sell, trade yet. The last caller needs closure on a breakup and is also a tarot card reader, so naturally, Charlie gets a reading.
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2024-01-1159 minThe Cripescast PodcastEpisode 184 - Best of the Berens SiblingsThe holidays are here, which means lots of time spent with family. This week on the Cripescast, we’re throwing it back with a compilation of the fan-favorite siblings episodes. From Charlie’s sisters dishing juicy stories, to squashing the beef with his brothers, this episode is full of all the best moments.
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2023-12-271h 05The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 183 - Cripescast on the RoadLive from the green room in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, it’s the Cripescast on the Road. Joined by his opener, Bill Deucette, his music partner, Adam Greuel, and his producer, Dante Williams, you get a glimpse of life on the road for Charlie on this episode of the Cripescast. Having performed both comedy and music, Adam, Bill, and Charlie discuss the similarities and differences between the two artforms, while Dante shares some not-so-glamorous stories from life on the road involving food poisoning. In the wake of their latest album Dive Bar Dinner, Adam and Charlie explain their songwriting process an...
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The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 173 - Grandma Sue, Aunt Mary and Grandma's friend Lois (Part 2)No one is safe from being thrown under the bus on this episode of the Cripescast. Just as unfiltered as the last time they were on the show, Charlie is joined by his Aunt Mary, his Grandma Sue and her No one is safe from being thrown under the bus on this episode of the Cripescast. Just as unfiltered as the last time they were on the show, Charlie is joined by his Aunt Mary, his Grandma Sue and her best casino friend Lois Bentley, as they make their way to the casino. Whether it’s prying information out of M...
2023-10-1307 minThe Cripescast PodcastEpisode 170 - Berens BrothersAfter great anticipation, Charlie is joined by his brothers Andy, Bill, and John for the final installment of the Berens sibling podcast episodes. In this quasi-family therapy session, the brothers unpack childhood trauma, air out some dirty laundry, and commiserate about growing up with 8 sisters. Coming prepared with heartfelt apologies, each brother says sorry to one another, with some apologies ending in resolution and others reopening some old wounds.
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2023-09-201h 37The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 167 - Charlie Q&AOn a special episode of the Cripescast this week, Charlie answers fan questions about birding, tour, the Midwest and more of his favorite things.
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2023-08-3157 minThe Cripescast PodcastEpisode 157 - Chad DanielsChad Daniels made history as the first and only skateboard paperboy known to man. With his six comedy albums reaching over a billion streams, he’s had a successful stand-up career, all while staying in the land of 10,000 lakes. Growing up in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, Chad talks about the small-town rumor mill and how he proudly holds his bad-boy reputation, even though it’s not true. He and Charlie partake in the classic Minnesota vs. Wisconsin debates like casserole vs. hotdish, soda vs. pop, and which state has more lakes. Chad also explains his tube-pulling philosophy, which is to knoc...
2023-06-141h 05The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 151 - Kelly Amoth & Steven YangAfter hearing Charlie talk about lead head jigs on the Bellied Up podcast, folks from Get the Lead Out messaged Charlie about the impact of using lead fishing tackle on the Loon population. Get the Lead Out (GTLO) is a program within the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency that works to reduce the use of lead fishing tackle and minimize its toxic impact on wildlife, including their state bird the Common Loon. Two members from the GTLO team, Kelly Amoth and Stephen Yang, came onto the Cripescast to talk about their work and share why the Loon population is important t...
2023-05-0353 minThe Cripescast PodcastEpisode 150 - Grandma Sue, Aunt Mary and Grandma's Friend LoisLive from a car ride to Ho Chunk Casino, Charlie chats with his Grandma Sue, his Aunt Mary, and Grandma Sue’s friend Lois Bentley. As a returning guest of the Cripescast, Grandma Sue shows the girls how it’s done as they trade funny stories including the time Mary got her bra caught on a ceiling fan at the local bar. Growing up together, Lois and Sue share stories about their late husbands Bob Bentley and Bob Berens, finding their children’s stashes of weed, and Grandpa Bob’s impression of Elvis. Being the first female prison guard at the Wa...
2023-04-261h 39The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 149 - Laura CleryJust when Laura Clery thought she was doing it all as a comedian, writer, and content creator, she discovered her potential as an inspirational speaker on this episode of the Cripescast. Moving from Illinois to Los Angeles at 18 years old to now having nearly 30 million followers across the internet, Laura is living the life that many dream of. Nicknamed “Cuffs” as a teen, she talks about being a troublemaker growing up and shares stories from her days as a shoplifter. Now reformed and sober 11 years, she explains how her children changed her outlook on life. She and Charlie share thei...
2023-04-191h 03Bellied UpMyles & Charlie's Wild Adventure #44Presented By Fleet Farm
In this episode, we're at Hi-Ho Burgers & Brews in Dilworth, MN. Myles & Charlie learn an interesting fact about strawberries. First caller is a geologist who is wondering how she can get her parents to stop asking when she's going to have kids. The next caller is a "Former NFL QB" who is in the market for a hot dog roller.
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2023-04-0655 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 144 - David KoechnerDavid Koechner’s journey from a small town to Hollywood is one that many dream of. Starting his comedy career at The Second City in Chicago, he went on to land notable roles including Todd Packer in The Office and Champ Kind in the Anchorman movies. While he attributes his sense of humor to his Midwest upbringing, he also shares how he was inspired by SNL at a young age and fell in love with improv and sketch comedy. David being 1 of 6 kids and Charlie being 1 of 12, the two share stories from growing up in a big family and they disc...
2023-03-1550 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 143 - Berens Sisters (Part 2)In tandem with the Berens Sisters Part 1 episode of the Cripescast, Charlie’s four remaining sisters, Addie, Emily, Nora and Ellie, come on the show this week. Surprising Charlie by showing up dressed as him, complete with wigs and duck jackets, the girls come ready to play. They air out family grievances, take part in some games, and share stories of growing up with 12 siblings. The interview gets intercepted by a FaceTime call from Betsy, the eldest of the Berens Sisters, and her newborn baby. Charlie forgets important names, Nora tells cockroach stories, and Ellie teaches Charlie how to have go...
2023-03-081h 07
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 138 - LeRoy Butler ReturnsHall of Famer and former Green Bay Packer LeRoy Butler returns to the Cripescast this week. LeRoy shares what it felt like being inducted into the Football Hall of Fame last year and letting Charlie try on his gold jacket at the after party. He tells stories from his time as a Packer including when he hit the jackpot at Oneida Casino with his teammates Robert Brooks and Edgar Bennett. The two make plans to go ice fishing, debate whether sheepshead or spades is the better card game, and LeRoy offers to give Charlie cooking lessons.
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2023-02-011h 05
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 132 - Danny JollesActor and comedian Danny Jolles joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. You may recognize him from his role in the new Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie movie “Babylon” or from his recurring role as George on The CW’s “Crazy Ex Girlfriend”. He and Charlie discuss touring, social media’s impact on stand up, and Danny’s new interactive comedy special on YouTube called “You Choose”. They bond over their deep love for the 1991 movie “Hook”, trade airport conspiracy theories and Danny even shares a few stories from his time as a floor walker at Blockbuster.
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2022-12-211h 08
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 131 - Berens Sisters (Part 1)This week Charlie is joined by half of his sisters Betsy, Maggie, Mary Kate and Bridget, for a special episode of the Cripescast. They start the episode by opening a bottle of wine with a screw and hammer and share stories about growing up with 12 siblings. Highlights include Maggie’s story about Charlie getting picked up by the cops at 17, voting games that pin sibling against sibling, and Charlie getting advice on his upcoming commencement speech.
Find us on all social platforms @cripescast @charlieberens and on Patreon patreon.com/charlieberens
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2022-12-141h 30
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 130 - Paul VirziStand up comedian Paul Virzi joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. You may recognize him from his podcasts “The Virzi Effect” or “Anything Better” that he co-hosts with Bill Burr, or from his most recent comedy special “Paul Virzi: Nocturnal Admissions” on Netflix.
Paul shares the story of how he got into stand up and how having a family has changed his outlook on life and comedy. He and Charlie get into the specifics about shooting a comedy special and the importance of setting long and short term goals. They also talk about their first jobs, Paul as a pizza deliver...
2022-12-0747 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 129 - Ian BaggComedian Ian Bagg joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. They compare the Midwest to Canada and pond hockey to river hockey. From working for a traveling carnival in Australia to mining gold in Canada, Ian walks us through his journey to comedy and his love of crowd work. Ian and Charlie trade some regional sayings, winter advice, and Ian shares about the time he accidentally got someone fired.
Get free tickets to see Ian at the Milwaukee Improv Dec. 8-10 by using code CRIPES at https://improv.com/milwaukee/comic/ian+bagg/
Find more of Ians dates at ianbagg.com...
2022-11-301h 22
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 127 - Lara BeitzComedian Lara Beitz joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week to discuss her stand up career and growing up in the Midwest. Lara talks about coming up in the Milwaukee stand up scene, touring with Joe Rogan and Marc Maron, and, of course, bird watching. Lara indulges Charlie’s obsession with birds by sharing a few stories of her own fowl entanglements. Let’s just say they follow a goose down the rabbit hole.
Follow Lara @larabeitz and her podcast Slobs @slobspod
Follow the Cripescast @cripescast and Charlie @charlieberens
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2022-11-161h 13
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 125 - Voting in WisconsinInvestigative journalist and state government reporter for Wisconsin Watch, Jacob Resneck, joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. Jacob outlines how to register to vote in the state of Wisconsin, he highlights some important seats that are up for election this year, and he debunks some common misconceptions that circulate during election season.
Be sure to head over to myvote.wi.gov to register online, locate your polling place, and find any other information for this election season.
Find Jacob on Twitter @jacobresneck or find more of his work at wisconsinwatch.org or jacobresneck.com.
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2022-11-0236 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 124 - Hansel CanadyFrom giving his first hair cut at 10 years old in the projects of South Side Chicago to becoming the official barber of the Green Bay Packers, Hansel Canady has seen and cut it all. In fact, during this week’s interview you’ll be able to hear him give Charlie a fresh new haircut at Hancan Barbershop in Green Bay. He and Charlie talk about how he became the Packers’ barber, his transition from Chicago to Green Bay, and the racism he faced during that time. “What happens in the barber shop, stays in the barber shop” is the motto Hansel lives...
2022-10-261h 35
Bellied Up#19 Charlie’s Grandma Calls inPresented By Fleet Farm
In this episode we're at the Foggy Dew in Milwaukee. First caller is wondering where to go on a guy's trip, then Charlie's Grandma calls in (18:12) to trash Charlie's lawn mowing skills, last caller of the day asks what he should do about his dog peeing in the house.
2022-10-1348 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 120 - Chris DistefanoStand up comedian and host of the “Chrissy Chaos” and “Hey Babe!” podcasts Chris Distefano joins Charlie this week. Chris talks about his first job as a court attendant at the U.S. Open and how he smuggled in Gatorade for star tennis players like Roger Federer and the Williams sisters. He also shares how he quit being a physical therapist to pursue a career in comedy and the weird things that he’s encountered while doing stand up in the Midwest. Chris and Charlie discuss how they were both bad altar boys back in the day, their trip to London and...
2022-09-281h 00
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 119 - Michael YoThis week comedian Michael Yo joins Charlie on the Cripescast where the two talk about Michael’s career, stand up and his new special “I Never Thought” on YouTube. Michael shares stories of being on “Chelsea Lately” and how his kids have changed his comedy. The two compare their time as red carpet hosts and Michael gives his best advice for anyone wanting to break into the entertainment industry.
Find Michael’s special “I Never Thought” on YouTube and find him on all social platforms @michaelyo.
Milwaukee listeners, make sure to use promo code CRIPES to get tickets to see Michael at the Mil...
2022-09-211h 15
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 116 - Charlie Answers Fan QuestionsThis week Charlie is answering all your fan submitted questions.
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2022-08-3153 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 115 - Tracey AshleyEmmy-nominated screenwriter and comedian Tracey Ashley joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. Tracey is the head writer on "A Black Lady Sketch Show" and has written on TV shows including “The Neighborhood” and “The Last O.G". Not to mention her time on tour with Dave Chappelle, Tracy Morgan and many more comics. Needless to say, she is funny. She talks about her career path, her time in a variety of writers rooms and her comedic influences. Tracey also shares about her experience being in an interracial marriage and how society’s reactions has changed over time.
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2022-08-241h 17
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 113 - Tumua TuineiThis week Charlie is joined by comedian Tumua Tuinei. The two talk about their similar career paths and how they use comedy to honor where they're from. Tumua explains the comedy scene in Hawaii, his start in stand-up and how he’s used social media to help his career take off. They exchange common phrases in Hawaii and the Midwest and Tumua teaches Charlie how to properly do the shaka.
Follow Tumua on social Tumua Tuinei or @tumua_, check out what he’s doing at tumuacomedy.com.
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2022-08-101h 07
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 112 - Jim BurkeAcademy Award winning producer and Charlie’s close friend, Jim Burke, joins the Cripescast this week. He and Charlie talk about how they met, growing up in the Midwest, and how Charlie lost Jim’s car keys in the ocean in Hawaii. Jim offers advice for those trying to break into the entertainment business and he tells the story of how he and his family competed on the hit game show “Family Feud”.
Follow the Cripescast on all platforms @cripescast and find all the info about the show, Merch, tour dates, and more at cripescast.com.
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2022-08-031h 42
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 110 - Ton JohnsonComedian Ton Johnson joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. You may recognize him from his shows across the Midwest or collaborating with Charlie in various videos including “Midwest Nice”, “Midwest Olympics” and “Real Husbands of Deer Camp.” Ton and Charlie trade stories from the road, discuss the art of bombing and highlight Milwaukee’s growing comedy scene.
Follow Ton on all socials @itstonjohn
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Follow the Cripescast on all platforms @cripescast and find all the info about the show, Merch, tour dates, and more at cripescast.com.
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2022-07-2059 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 109 - Bellied Up Crossover with Myles and CharlieThis week Charlie is joined by his long-time friend and fellow Midwest content creator, Myles Montplaisir, aka the You Betcha guy. They talk golf, Midwest red flags and their new podcast Bellied Up.
Follow Bellied Up on all platforms @bellieduppod
Follow You Betcha on all platforms @ohhyoubetcha
Follow Charlie on all platforms @charlieberens
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2022-07-1342 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 107 - Questions for CharlieThis week Charlie answers some fan questions. Wanna get a question answered? Email us at cripescast@gmail.com.
2022-06-2925 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 106 - Jim KearneyThis week, Charlie’s high school English teacher, Jim Kearney, joins the Cripescast. They talk about the book “Hero With a Thousand Faces” by Joseph Campbell that Jim taught Charlie about back in the day. Jim reflects on his career as a teacher, the pivotal trips he took his students on, how to reach kids on a deeper level, and what being a teacher meant to him. Jim and Charlie share a beer and Jim recommends his all time favorite books that everyone should read.
2022-06-2257 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 103 - Jon ReepStand-up comedian and actor Jon Reep joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week. You may know him from "Last Comic Standing", from his own podcast "Country-ish" or from his special "Ginger Beard Man" on Amazon Prime. He and Charlie compare their similar career paths and talk about how they both spent time working in the entertainment industry in LA and made their way back to their hometowns to continue creating content. Jon shares about how he finds humor even in dark times, how social media has changed the comedy scene and his approach to it all. Jon shares about his c...
2022-06-0152 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 102 - Dan CumminsStand-up comedian Dan Cummins joins Charlie this week on the Cripescast. You may recognize him from his half-hour special on Comedy Central, his appearances on the Tonight Show or the Late, Late Show, or the host of his own podcasts “Timesuck,” “Scared to Death,” or “Is We Dumb”. Dan dives into his path to comedy and provides some advice to those starting their stand-up careers to be authentic to themselves. He also talks about how social media has changed the comedy game since his start in the early 2000s. He and Charlie talk about creative burnout, where to find inspiration, performing f...
2022-05-251h 04
Bellied UpWelcome To Bellied UpListen to Charlie Berens and Myles The You Betcha guy new call-in show. Where the give out any advice you want. Buy sell or trade anything that you have. New episode every week
2022-05-2401 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 100 - Molly & Dick BerensFor the 100th Episode of the Cripescast, Charlie invited on his folks Molly and Dick Berens. They came ready with embarrassing stories of Charlie and much more.
2022-05-111h 05
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 93 - Kevin PollakThis week comedian and actor Kevin Pollak joins Charlie on the Cripescast. You may recognize him from his roles in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “A Few Good Men,” “The Usual Suspects,” or listened to his podcasts “Kevin Pollak’s Chat Show” or “Alchemy This”. Kevin came on to talk about stand-up, podcasting and shared some funny ideas from his notes app.
Follow Kevin on Instagram @kevinpollak123 and on Twitter @kevinpollak
Follow Charlie on all social media @charlieberens
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2022-03-231h 17
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 92 - Joey CliftThis week comedy writer Joey Clift joins Charlie on the Cripescast. Joey is an enrolled member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe. They discuss Native representation in Hollywood, his journey to screenwriting and the process of pitching a show.
Follow Joey on Twitter @joeytainment and on Instagram @joeycliiiiiift
Follow Charlie on all socials @charlieberens
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Special thanks to JollyGood Soda and Duluth Trading Co. for sponsoring the podcast.
2022-03-161h 21
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 90 - Cripescast Snowed InLive from New Hampshire, it’s the Cripescast snowed in! This week, Charlie is joined by his opening acts, Andy Roffe and Bill Doucette, and the Cripescast’s executive producer, Colleen Muraca, where the group gives a glimpse into life on the road with Charlie on tour, all while at a bowling alley.
Make sure to follow:
Andy – @asap_roffe on all social platforms
Bill – @billydeuce86 on all social platforms
Colleen – @colleenmurrr on all social platforms
And of course, Charlie and the Cripescast @charlieberens and @cripescast on all social platforms.
2022-03-0256 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 87 - Brittney ArndtUSA Olympic Luge team member Brittney Arndt joins Charlie to discuss what it takes to compete in the Winter Olympics, how climate change is affecting winter sports and Charlie’s first time attempting the luge.
2022-02-0935 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 60 - The Midwest Survival GuideThis week Charlie reads an excerpt from his upcoming book "The Midwest Survival Guide" because he messed up and didn't get a guest.
Pre-order your copy here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-midwest-survival-guide-charlie-berens?variant=33063504969762
2021-08-0610 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 56 - Grandma SueOn a very special episode of the Cripescast this week, we have our first-ever Berens family interview with none other than Grandma Sue. She and Charlie talk about her life in Wisconsin, meeting Grandpa Bob, and her love of family and Hallmark movies.
2021-07-0942 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 49 - Leanne MorganThis week, Charlie is joined by stand-up comedian Leanne Morgan. She talks about the South, her family, finding her truth in comedy, and getting her start selling jewelry at parties. Leanne and Charlie also compare the way we talk in the North vs. the South.
2021-05-201h 11
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 48 - Charlie BerensIt’s an off week for the Cripescast but that didn’t stop Charlie from talking. We’ve got updates on all things Cripescast, Manitowoc Minute, Charlie’s stand up tour, and his recent trip to Alaska.
2021-05-1320 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 45 - Brad LeoneBrad Leone joins Charlie on the Cripescast and shares his experience of becoming a chef and host of It’s Alive with Brad Leone for Bon Appétit. They discuss Brad’s journey through various jobs, his love for rice, and their shared interest in fishing. Brad also gives Charlie some tips on archery, fly fishing and the art of grilled PB&Js.
2021-04-231h 00
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 41 - Josh BursteinThis week, the founder of Good Political and Charlie’s longtime friend Josh Burstein joins the CripesCast. The two discuss their similar career paths, their shared interest in politics and entertainment, and reminisce on when Charlie lived in Josh’s closet.
2021-03-251h 09
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 37 - Adam GreuelToday's guest is Adam Greuel, you may recognize him from Horseshoes and Hand Grenades or the recent Berens & Greuel album Unthawed. Adam talks to Charlie about music, fishing and growing up in Wisconsin.
2021-02-251h 07
The Cripescast PodcastCripescast Podcast TrailerCripes folks it’s the Cripescast trailer! Join host Charlie Berens as he gives you a preview into his podcast, where he interviews people about their story and their connections to the Midwest.
2021-02-0602 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 31 - Penn HoldernessPenn Holderness, who you may recognize as the father and husband of the Holderness Family, joins Charlie on the CripesCast this week to talk about their shared experience of going from local news anchors to content creators. They discuss their creative processes, their similar career paths and how to adapt to the changing demands and trends of social media and the entertainment industry. Charlie also shares a riveting story about finding coyote tracks and scat in the woods.
Follow the CripesCast on all socials @cripescast and follow the Holderness Family on all socials @HoldernessFamily!
2021-01-141h 01
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 30 - Scott EvansScott Evans is not only Charlie's former roommate, he's also the host of World of Dance on NBC, co-host of Access Hollywood and has his own podcast, So Close. He and Charlie discuss the entertainment industry, growing up in the Midwest and of course the dangers of being Charlie's roommate. Before the interview, Charlie also talks about the recent breach of the US Capitol.
2021-01-081h 41
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 29 - Elgton JenkinsGreen Bay Packer's Pro Bowl Guard, Elgton Jenkins, joins Charlie to talk about football, fishing, and a heck of a lot of other things. Charlie also rambles about his New Year's Resolutions and bad back.
2020-12-3148 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 27 - Dot TodmanSinger, songwriter and Charlie's vocal coach, Dot Todman, joins the CripesCast this week to discuss her journey in music. Originally from Canada, Dot shares how she made her way to becoming one of LA's top Vocal Empowerment Coaches and how she developed C.O.R.E Vocal Power method. Listen as Charlie and Dot talk about the importance of meditation and positive thinking, musicality and they even do a little singing.
2020-12-1853 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 26 - Taylor CalmusIn this week's episode, Charlie is joined by friend and collaborator Taylor Calmus, who you may be more familiar with as Dude Dad. Charlie and Taylor have a lot of fun reminiscing about the videos they've created together and discuss Taylor's perseverance in becoming the powerhouse content creator he is today.
2020-12-101h 18
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 23 - Kevin WehrenbergCharlie talks to Kevin Wehrenberg who's a producer of many shows you know and love including Fear Factor, Cannonball and Wipeout. Kevin and Charlie discuss Wisconsin, how to make it in the TV biz and JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation), a cause Kevin passionately supports.
2020-11-201h 14
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 21 - Erin WehrenbergCharlie talks with Erin Wehrenberg, the head of ABC comedy. Erin has also had executive roles at NBC and Warner Bros. She’s worked on everything from The Office to Friends to 2 Broke Girls. Charlie and Erin about the behind the scenes of the comedy biz, working in entertainment during a pandemic and her love for Wisconsin.
2020-11-0655 min
The Cripescast PodcastEpisode 20 - Patricia HastingsThis week Charlie talks to Pat Hastings who's not only an incredible journalism professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she also taught Charlie. Pat offers insight on the changing face of broadcast news, sharing news on social media social media and tips for citizen journalists.
2020-10-301h 03