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Propaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS03E08 Good Hill HuntingAfter a 2-year hiatus, we're back! Melton is joined by guest cohost Michial Farmer of the Before They Were Live podcast to discuss coming of age, rites of passage, and the correct color of a box of Mike & Ike's. Ethics also take center stage as the KOTH gang wrestles with authenticity and appropriate respect for the animal kingdom, but how do those ideas play into the development of Hank and Bobby's central relationship? And why does everything look so Christmas-y?2025-01-131h 08Propaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS03E07 Nine Pretty Darn Angry MenCotton and Black Friday descend upon Rainey Street, and everyone is forced to react, as the stuffing isn't the only thing that's spoiled in this classic holiday episode of King of the Hill. But are we voting for Hank's mom or the mower?Also, is Melton offering listeners $50 to participate in a Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music focus group?2022-08-2927 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS03E06 Peggy's Pageant FeverPeggy's self-confidence puts herself, and Hank, in a tough spot, and it's going to take more than premium-grade duct tape to fix this mess. But when Peggy shifts her focus to subversion, who exactly is the establishment and who is the revolutionary?Oh, and he won't be covering the Spice Girls, but you should still flip over to Melton's other podcast, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music.2022-08-1524 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS03E05 Next of ShinCotton shows off what he can do and Hank can't, as storylines and themes from "Pregnant Paws" continued to be carried to term. But which is less explainable for Melton, the Mega La Magnet or the Vegas trip?Also, don't forget to ask your physician about Melton's other podcast, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music. Doctor's orders.2022-08-0129 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS03E04 Pregnant PawsHank and Peggy deal with infertility past and present while Dale finds a side hustle that feels just right for him, and Melton continues, without producing any credentials, to hunt for themes that tie it all together, as we sit awkwardly through "Pregnant Paws".And if the mood strikes you, switch over to Melton's other podcast, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music. Because rogue is the only way we know how to do it.2022-07-1818 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS03E03 Peggy's HeadacheMelton tackles an episode that plays with the concepts of awareness and things unspoken. What happens when everyone else comes to know that Peggy has finally come to know the thing everyone else already knows...but prefers not to talk about? It's a well-crafted King of the Hill episode, and Melton hopes his musings about it are at least more insightful that Doyle Harcavy's.And hey, if 80s & 90s country music is good enough for John Redcorn, Melton's other podcast, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music is good enough for you.2022-07-0423 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS03E02 And They Call It Bobby LoveBobby finds something like love, while the guys find something like furniture, in this complex classic of Season 3.But why were you dancing with all those guys??And hey, if country music is good enough to drown Bobby's sorrows, it must be good enough for yours. So check out Melton's other podcast, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music.2022-06-2024 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS03E01 Propane Boom II: Death of a Propane SalesmanMelton attempts pop psychology as the Hills (+ Luanne) attempt to cope with the aftermath of the Great Mega Lo Mart Explosion of 1998. Even Chuck Mangione doesn't feel so good until Kahn saves the day with a tasteless setup about a tasty strawberry. But what does a rocket ship have to do with all this?And after you worked through the stages of this episode, work your way over to Melton's other podcast, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music.2022-06-0619 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E23 Propane Boom (Part I)Season 2 ends with a bang, as Hank takes desperate measures to make ends meet in all-time classic KOTH episode. But is there more on the line than just Hank's paycheck, Luanne's tuition, and Buckley's trampoline?And don't forget to drag your propane tanks over to Melton's other podcast, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music.2022-05-2313 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E22 Peggy's Turtle SongPeggy comes out of her shell and unsuspectingly finds herself on the unfamiliar ground of Lilith-Fair-style feminism, while Bobby teaches Hank about checkers and drugs, in the penultimate episode of Season 2, Peggy's Turtle Song. Are "family values" truly alive and well at the Hill household, or is something else going with those pies on the windowsills?And hey, just because he hasn't covered any songs about turtles (yet) doesn't mean you shouldn't tune in to Melton's other podcast, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music.2022-05-0917 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E21 Life in the Fast Lane, Bobby's SagaBobby enters the working world, Hank pushes his ideals, and Dale holds a bucket of sand in this 98-octane-fueled episode of King of the Hill. The world of Arlen will never be the same once you've seen it through the eyes of Jimmy Whichard, but where exactly did all these hot and dry people come from? And where's Daisy?2022-04-2523 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E20 Junkie BusinessIt's time to put on your Monsignor Martinez casual pants, because the Propaniacs are back to talk about "Junkie Business" wherein Hank shows off his management prowess and Dale attemptsa career change. Melton and Daisy have differing views on this episode. Which side are you on? 2022-04-1126 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E19 Leanne's SagaThe Propaniacs have hidden their forks in preparation for "Leanne's Saga" in which Luanne's mama comes home and starts a lot of trouble for Rainey Street, and Hank's workbench is an innocent victim. What's going on with Leanne's roots?2022-03-2828 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E18 The Final ShinsultThe Propaniacs have come to deliver "The Final Shinsult" as Daisy provides Melton with a little Texas history, Cotton cheats the system with an eye chart, and Peggy puts on an overly elaborate play. What is shin jelly, and what does it do?2022-03-1419 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E17 Hank's Dirty LaundryThe Propaniacs sneak into the den to sift through Hank's Dirty Laundry. On the way, we talk about just what is goading Hank, and why no one else seems to care. Also, professional Buckley?2022-02-2835 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E16 Traffic JamThe Propaniacs are back...ing out of the alley in the wrong direction! In this episode, Melton and Daisy talk about "Traffic Jam" and follow Hank and Bobby's journey to the traffic school/comedy club. Peggy shines in this episode, with her efficient grading and time-giving methods. Make sure your ketchup bottles are filled before you listen!2022-02-1428 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E15 Three Days of KahndoIt's time to say Buenos Dias Mexico and spend "Three Days of Kahndo" with the Propaniacs. The characters of Arlen take a little trip to Mexico and find themselves in all kinds of trouble.What does mitad really mean?Oh, and in case you missed it, check out Melton's new podcast here: https://nashvilleanthems.buzzsprout.com/2022-01-3138 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E14 I Remember MonoLearn all about Epstein-Barr in this Propaniacs episode! "I Remember Mono" is a Valentine's Day episode, and the myth of Hank and Peggy's romance is almost destroyed. Bobby receives a very surprising Valentine, Luanne dismembers a carcass, and a pig runs wild. Also, check out Melton's new podcast that he mentioned, Nashville Anthems: Dissecting 80s & 90s Country Music, here.2022-01-1736 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E13 Snow JobThe Propaniacs are stocking up on water chestnuts in preparation for unexpected snow as they discuss the wintry antics in Arlen during the "Snow Job" episode. Hank experiences a crisis of his own while the town endures a propane crisis. And what is a balaclava, anyway?2022-01-0331 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E12 Meet the Manger Babies In this episode, the Propaniacs unplug their non-American television sets to talk about “Meet the Manger Babies” in which Luanne finds her calling and Bill sullies a sofa. Also, bubble gum nostalgia!2021-12-2032 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E11 The Unbearable Blindness of LayingThe Propaniacs are back to blow out the candles on the meñora and suffer conversion disorder while discussing "The Unbearable Blindness of Laying" because that’s so Arizona! Also, how important are foam fingers to society?2021-12-0633 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E10 Bobby SlamThe Propaniacs, billed out of Fort Mathematics, are making their way to the ring for the Battle of the Sexes in this episode which covers “Bobby Slam,” so get your ketchup packets ready! Also, Crown Royal bags?2021-11-2233 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E09 The Company ManThe Propaniacs may not have the best sales pitches, but in this episode they are reciting Ogden Nash poetry as they talk about “The Company Man” so, get three scoops of ice cream and settle in! 2021-11-0836 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E08 The Son That Got AwayIt’s time to put the pitch pipe away and discuss "The Son That Got Away" in which the kids run away to The Caves. Do you want to know what’s on the mattress? Because the Propaniacs do not.2021-10-2538 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E07 The Man Who Shot Cane SkretteburgIn this episode of the Propaniacs podcast, Melton and Daisy channel their inner slackers and talk about "The Man Who Shot Cane Skretteburg," so grab a can of Guatemalica and settle in. Gen-X rules!2021-10-1129 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E06 Husky BobbyThe Propaniacs are at it again! In this episode, they examine “Husky Bobby” while rocking trenchcoats and eating donuts, rather than throwing them. How do YOU pronounce polymer?2021-09-2752 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E05 Jumpin' Crack Bass (It's a Gas, Gas, Gas)It’s another Propaniacs podcast episode! Melton and Daisy have caught some worms and bought some street bait to talk about “Jumpin’ Crack Bass (It's a Gas, Gas, Gas)" but the question remains: how does Dale know the sex of a fish?2021-09-1341 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E04 HilloweenThe Propaniacs return in time for Halloween tricks or treats with their discussion of “Hilloween.” The finer points of Fall Festivals are explored, as are differences between Halloweens past and present. Should you eat the brownies?2021-08-3034 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E03 The ArrowheadIn this episode, the Propaniacs play in the dirt and discuss “Arrow Head.” It’s the classic common sense vs. intellectualism debate as Hank’s house and marriage become vulnerable. Also, pool suplexes!2021-08-1626 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E02 Texas City TwisterThe Propaniacs are tipping trailers and talking about “Texas City Twister.” In this podcast episode, they talk about the weather, a debate about the late, great Alex Trebek’s sex appeal ensues, and somebody dies! Parlez-vous Francais?2021-08-0248 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS02E01 How to Fire a Rifle Without Really TryingThe Propaniacs have made it to the second season of King of the Hill! This episode covers the first episode of Season 2, "How to Fire a Rifle Without Really Trying.” Daisy shows off her aeronautic prowess, Melton meets Heck Dorland, and Hank deals with daddy issues. Also, Red Giant?2021-07-1928 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E12 Plastic White FemaleThe Propaniacs have reached the Season 1 finale! They’ve got on their best bolo ties to discuss “Plastic White Female'' with topics ranging from dyeing gray hairs to Star Trek. Also, someone has their first kiss! Is it Melton? Or Nancy? Whatever happened to the lady in Las Cruces, anyway2021-07-051h 09Propaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E11 King of the Ant HillThe Propaniacs are rolling in the grrrrrass and eating American cheese while discussing Season 1, Episode 11: “King of the Ant Hill” wherein Hank and Dale’s friendship is tested, while Daisy hates on white people and Bobby becomes a queen’s loyal subject. How is chorizo cooked?2021-06-2157 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E10 Keeping Up with Our JonesesIn this episode, the Propaniacs deal with a very ugly vice and things get personal for Daisy. Luanne shows her strength in a time of great weakness for the Hills, and Ladybird develops a makeups vice. How many spark plugs does it take to build a car?2021-06-071h 05Propaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E09 Peggy the Boggle ChampIt’s all about conventions in Dallas as the Propaniacs discuss “Peggy the Boggle Champ” in which the guys go to a lawn mower expo while Peggy moves up the ranks in a Boggle tournament. Luanne and Bobby get their first taste of home ownership. Why does it have to be Swiss coffee?2021-05-2456 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E08 Shins of the FatherCotton Hill rides in, and the Propaniacs are here to talk about King of the Hill’s 8th episode, “Shins of the Father” which is centered around Bobby’s birthday. Get ready for a whole lotta sexism and generational differences. Who is the woman in the blue dress?2021-05-1040 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E07 Westie Side StoryThe Propaniacs return to welcome some new neighbors to Arlen with the 7th episode of King of the Hill, “Westie Side Story.” The Hill family experiences culture clash, with surprising results. Is nutmeg a magic ingredient?2021-04-2635 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E06 Hank's Unmentionable ProblemThe Propaniacs are back to talk about “Hank’s Unmentionable Problem” which is also the title of the 5th series episode. Things get awkward for Hank when the town focuses on his private business, and Melton and Daisy are here for it. Also, disappearing doors?2021-04-121h 00Propaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E05 Luanne's SagaThe Propaniacs discuss the 5th episode of King of the Hill, “Luanne’s Saga” and witness a battle of the sexes as Hank and Peggy attempt to help Luanne through a breakup. Also, bargain chocolate?2021-03-2959 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E04 Hank's Got the WilliesThe Propaniacs are back to talk about “Hank’s Got the Willies.” Hank and Bobby hang out with Willie Nelson, the guys show off their sleepwear, and Peggy finds herself in a bizarre love triangle. Also, Melton gets a geography lesson.2021-03-1545 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E03 The Order of the Straight ArrowThe Propaniacs are back with the third episode of the series, “The Order of the Straight Arrow” in which the guys take the boys out for their ritual snipe hunt, while Peggy takes a mystery trip. Also, why do the Hills go through so many microwaves?2021-03-0137 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E02 Square PegThings get awkward as Melton and Daisy discuss the second episode, “Square Peg.” Peggy is tasked with teaching sex ed, and nobody is happy about it. What’s with the pictures of flowers?2021-02-1539 minPropaniacs: a King of the Hill PodcastS01E01 PilotMelton and Daisy discuss the KOTH pilot, where the central characters are introduced and the Hill family handles a social worker from Los Angeles. Also, does Dale hate Fords?2021-02-011h 02