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The Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Aging Comedy Movie Star - Part TwoThe Flynn Bros. investigate the careers of the last two comedy legends. Later, they share some statistics and solutions that show how comedy movie stars can sustain success. Finally, they pick the best attributes of all-time comedians to make the ultimate Franken-Comic.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromi...2025-05-061h 05The Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Aging Comedy Movie Star - Part OneThe Flynn Bros. discuss the unique appeal of comedy movie stars and question why their popularity falls off as they age. Later, they investigate the careers of a few comedy legends to try and figure out what aging comedians can do to sustain success. To be continued on next week’s Part Two.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Open...2025-04-291h 09The Flynn Bros. PodcastNorCal vs. SoCalThe Flynn Bros. discuss living their whole lives in different parts of California. Later, they run through a variety of categories pitting NorCal against SoCal to figure out which Cal reigns supreme. Finally, Jimmy tests John’s Golden State knowledge with a “California Quiz.”
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song...2025-04-221h 20The Flynn Bros. PodcastFlawed Legends Belong in the Baseball Hall of FameThe Flynn Bros. talk about the controversial careers of Barry Bonds, Pete Rose, Shoeless Joe Jackson and other flawed baseball legends. Later, the brothers discuss which made-up Halls of Fame they belong in and which ones have banned them for life.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Sol2025-04-151h 23The Flynn Bros. PodcastThere’s No Alternative to Meat, but Let’s Try AnywayThe Flynn Bros. discuss their journey to a more meatless lifestyle, while still admitting that meat is awesome. Later, they compare Beyond versus Impossible Meat and discuss the pros and cons of other meat alternatives. Finally, they battle recipes in a Meat Alternative Iron Chef Showdown.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
C...2025-04-081h 04The Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Blubber and Brilliance of Moby-DickThe Flynn Bros. run through the plot of Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick, sharing their favorite passages and analyzing the novel’s craziest moments. Later, they discuss the book’s status as the “Great American Novel” with some help from their friend Bob Dylan. Finally, they pitch a modern-day movie adaptation for Moby-Dick.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird...2025-04-011h 04
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!THE INTERSTITIAL EXAMINATION!Sure, we love seeing Madonna perform, but what about those INTERSTITIALS! This month we take a closer look at all of the interstitial bits in Madonna’s tours. And we very creatively call it THE INTERSTITIAL EXAMINATION! We’re talking about the videos that play and the numbers her dancers do while the queen is offstage, changing costumes. What are our favorites? Which ones are “meh?” Which ones thrill us and which ones leave us frozen?Give it a listen to find out! And tell everyone you know!2025-03-281h 30The Flynn Bros. PodcastWe’re Obsessed with Teeth!The Flynn Bros. chat about teeth, breath, oral hygiene, good dentists vs. bad dentists and Hollywood veneers, sprinkling in some facts and stats along the way. Later, they list their God-given rules for teeth, the “Teeth Commandments.”
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Solons
2025-03-2558 minThe Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Best Movie Year of the Century - Part 4.5 (The Awards)The Flynn Bros. cap off their epic, multi-part movie podcast series with some statistics and final reflections. Later, they dole out trophies at the first-annual “Willy Awards,” before battling in a tournament to officially name the best movie year of the 21st century.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Com...2025-03-2044 minThe Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Best Movie Year of the Century - Part Four (The 2020s)The Flynn Bros. run through each movie year of the 2020s, dividing the films into three categories: Acclaimed, Popular, and Flynn Bros. Favorites. To be continued on Part 4.5.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Solons
2025-03-181h 32The Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Best Movie Year of the Century - Part 3.5 (The 2010s Continued)The Flynn Bros. continue their run through each movie year of the 2010s, dividing the films into three categories: Acclaimed, Popular, and Flynn Bros. Favorites. Later, they talk about the McConaissance, the rise of streaming, and which director had the best decade.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromi...2025-03-1358 minThe Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Best Movie Year of the Century - Part Three (The 2010s)The Flynn Bros. run through each movie year of the 2010s, dividing the films into three categories: Acclaimed, Popular, and Flynn Bros. Favorites. To be continued on Part 3.5.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Solons
2025-03-111h 23The Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Best Movie Year of the Century - Part Two (The 2000s)The Flynn Bros. run through each movie year of the 2000s, dividing the films into three categories: Acclaimed, Popular, and Flynn Bros. Favorites. Later, they talk about Jimmy’s love of Nancy Meyers movies, Larry the Cable Guy’s iconic three-year run, and the slow death of the “classic comedy.”
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The...2025-03-041h 38
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!WHO'S THAT GIRL (movie) with PETE ZIAS! A funny thing happened on the way to the bus station. Too bad none of it made it into the movie!To help us answer all of our questions about Madonna's Second Razzie Award winning performance is a man we all know and love: PETE ZIAS!Follow Pete on Twitter & Instagram: @peteziasEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a...2025-02-281h 31The Flynn Bros. PodcastThe Best Movie Year of the Century - Part One (2019)The Flynn Bros. question why movies haven’t felt as good since 2019, then discuss their criteria for what makes a good movie. Later, they divide the movies of 2019 into hyper-specific categories and discuss their various merits and demerits—all while on a quest to determine the best movie year of the 21st century.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Openin...2025-02-251h 28The Flynn Bros. PodcastReviewing Replay Review & Basking in Basketball HeavenThe Flynn Bros. criticize replay review in sports and question its need altogether. Later, they talk about playing NBA 2K, inventing “The Gauntlet,” and using video games to name their top 10 basketball players of all time.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Solons
2025-02-181h 09The Flynn Bros. PodcastAnthony Bourdain vs. Guy FieriThe Flynn Bros. talk about why they love Anthony Bourdain and Guy Fieri, even though the culinary icons couldn’t stand each other. Later, they play a game of “Bourdain or Fieri” and declare a winner once and for all.
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Solons
2025-02-101h 17The Flynn Bros. PodcastYou Can Be Big, But You Don’t Wanna Be HugeThe Flynn Bros. discuss the legendary eating habits of Elvis Presley, Marlon Brando, Babe Ruth and others—including Jimmy. Later, they break down the process of going from “big” to “huge” and how it applies to both eating too much and becoming too famous. Finally, they play a game of “Big or Huge.” Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com.
Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
2025-02-041h 26The Flynn Bros. PodcastHow to Bring Back the RacetrackThe Flynn Bros. share their love of horse racing and why its popularity has dwindled over the years. Later, they pitch ideas to reenergize the sport in a Shark Tank-style game they call “Horse Tank.”
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Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Solons
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The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!LIFE WITH MY SISTER MADONNA with BRYAN CARPENDER!Who's ready for a book club?This episode we're talking about Christopher Ciccone's memoir/tell-all, LIFE WITH MY SISTER MADONNA! (with help from Wendy Leigh)We're joined by long time Madonna fan and creative multi-hyphenate, BRYAN CARPENDER!Follow Bryan on IG: @mybrytographyNathan Rabin from The A.V. Club panned the book saying that Ciccone implied their mother would be, "horrified at Madonna's debauchery but would feel proud her gay son wrote a book that prominently features him snorting cocaine with various super-celebrities."Do we...2025-01-241h 33
The Flynn Bros. PodcastTrailer - The Flynn Bros. PodcastWriters, comedians and brothers John & Jimmy Flynn unleash their signature takes on “big ideas” from popular culture through a mix of stories, research and games.
Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn
Produced by: Will Slade
Cover Art by: Leah Garza
Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons
Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Solons
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The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!BRIXTON ACADEMY!We're back! We decided to keep the party going, but in a casual way, boots! This episode we're talking about Madonna's performance at BRIXTON ACADEMY in 2000! The performance was streamed by 9 million people! In 2018 Guinness Book of World Records named it the largest internet pop concert of all time! You can watch her performance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VnTlKAGU3YWe've got some ideas for future episodes, but we'd really love to hear from you if there's anything you want us to...2024-12-2732 min
Hooked on SportsBiggest takeaways from Week 3, Mets-Braves crucial series, MLB Wild Card, WNBA Playoffs, and more!In today's podcast:
(2:44) John discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 34-7 win over the Houston Texans and whether or not they're the NFC's best team right now.
(6:18) The Dallas Cowboys' 28-25 loss to the Baltimore Ravens was preventable, and John says it could have been prevented before the league year started in March.
(9:40) The LA Rams saved their season with a pulsating 27-24 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, and John explains the foundations the franchise laid out for such a win like that.
(12:55) John's Super Bowl Pick, the Detroit Lions...2024-09-2448 min
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!BIRTHDAY EPISODE: MADONNA: INNOCENCE LOST & MADONNA AND THE BREAKFAST CLUBHAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE QUEEN!!!Madonna turns 66 today! So we decided to get back on the mic and take an unofficial look back at where it all began. We're talking about the tv movie MADONNA: INNOCENCE LOST and the documentary MADONNA AND THE BREAKFAST CLUB (plus some chat on the unproduced screenplay BLOND AMBITION)Give it a listen and tell everyone you know!Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dan...2024-08-161h 11
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!MADONNA on AMERICAN BANDSTAND! REVISITING MA'DEATHMATCH! FINAL TOUR THOUGHTS!It’s been a week and a half since we saw Madonna in The Celebration Tour (feat. Kylie Minogue) This week we reflect on the experience, review the current status of Ma’Deathmatch, and go back to the beginning and talk about Madonna’s first major tv appearance on American Bandstand! Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Bake...2024-03-2957 min
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!WE SAW THE CELEBRATION TOUR!!!The day has finally arrived! We see THE CELEBRATION TOUR! Some of us for the very first time! Some of us for the third!This episode captures the day from pre-gaming, to driving to The Kia Forum, to driving back to Eric's airbnb, and doing a lot of kiki-ing along the way!John and Eric aren't alone! The were joined by previous guest MIKE JENSEN! (The Blond Ambition Tour episode) and one of the co-host's of the GOOP YOURSELF podcast, BRYAN RUCKER! (also, John's husband)For the record, Bryan goes...2024-03-152h 09
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!MADONNA at the OSCARS with JEFF HILLER!It's Hollywood's biggest night, and it was never bigger than when Madonna performed! This week we're taking a look at Madonna's iconic performances at the Acadamy Awards! And the award for Who Gets to Be Our Cohost for the Episode Goes to... (I'm so nervous) Why, it's actor/comedian JEFF HILLER!Follow Jeff on Instagram: @boomboomhillerEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3be2024-03-011h 34
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!MADONNA AWARD SHOW EXTRAVAGANZA!It’s award season and so we’re rolling out the red carpet for THIRTEEN of Madonna’s various award show performances!We’re talking about the American Music Awards, the BRIT Awards, EMAs, iHeartRadio, Billboard, Eurovision, and the Met Gala because why not?!?Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https...2024-02-161h 16
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!MADONNA at THE GRAMMYS / MADONNA at the SUPERBOWL with JON GABRUS!The Grammys are coming up! And so is the Super Bowl! And Madonna's performed at both of them, so now's the perfect time to talk about the both.Speaking of perfect, we've got the perfect guest to explain football to us! It's actor/comedian/podcaster/rugby player JON GABRUS! (TV: 101 Places to Party Before You Die, podcasts: High & Mights, ActionBoyz)Follow Jon on Twitter & Instagram: @gabrusVisit his Website: gabris.comEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up...2024-02-021h 37
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!COACHELLA / revisiting BLOND AMBITION with DANNY MOBRAATEN!This week we've got tickets to the hottest festival in the Colorado Desert, that's right we're talking about Madonna's two performances at the COACHELLA Valley Music and Arts Festival! And we're talking with Eric's nephew, Danny Mobraaten, about BLOND AMBITION! What do the kids think about the most important pop tour of all time? Give it a listen and find out!Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3beP...2024-01-191h 19
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!TRUTH OR DARE / STRIKE A POSE / DARE TO BE TRUTHFUL with BRENDAN COOPER!"Like you've never seen her before." Unless you're like us, and you've seen TRUTH OR DARE a million times! We're joined by our self proclaimed number one fan, and Eric's drag mother, BRENDEN COOPER to talk about the "pop culture holy trinity:" TRUTH OR DARE, STRIKE A POSE, and MEDUSA: DARE TO BE TRUTHFUL! Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a co...2024-01-051h 37
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!HOLIDAY EPISODE: ERIC CELEBRATES! SANTA BABY! LIKE A PRAYER with JAY & ELIZABETH NORTON!It's the holiday season, and we've got so many things to celebrate! LITERALLY? Eric saw The Celebration Tour in Brooklyn! Then John and Eric talk about Madonna's rendition of SANTA BABY! But the biggest gift of all is sharing the gift of Madonna! We talk with John's niece and nephew about the album LIKE A PRAYER! What do the kids think? Give it a listen and find out!Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.c...2023-12-221h 51
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!EVITA with BEN RIMALOWER!What's new Buenos Aries? This episode we're talking about Madonna's biggest starring role, Eva "Evita" Duarte de Peron. She sings, she dances, she changes her clothes at a Guinness World Record rate! What's not to love? Our guest is the high flying adored director/podcaster, BEN RIMALOWER!Follow Ben on Instagram: @benrimalowerCheck out GIANTS IN THE SKY PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/giants-in-the-sky/id1654851929Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of...2023-12-081h 32
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!BENEFIT PERFORMANCES (LIVE AID, TSUNAMI AID, LIVE 8, LIVE EARTH, & HOPE FOR HAITI) with JULIE BRISTER!We're all thankful for Madonna! And never more so than when she's performing at a benefit! We're talking about LIVE AID, TSUNAMI AID, LIVE 8, LIVE EARTH, and HOPE FOR HAITI! Our guest is someone we're all indebted to, actor/comedian/teacher JULIE BRISTER! Follow Julie on Instagram: @bristahsouljahEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's bo...2023-11-241h 20
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!DICK TRACY with MERRY GRISSOM!Sooner or later we were going to get to DICK TRACY! (It's such an interesting name!) Joining us as we talk about the yellow fedora'd one is actress/writer/producer, and one of John's earliest cohorts in Madonna fandom, MERRY GRISSOM!Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOM...2023-11-101h 23
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!TOUR TALK & RATING ENTRANCES with JOHN & ERIC!The Celebration Tour has launched (Hallelujah!!!) We haven't seen it yet, but we're on "the internet" (heard of it!) so we've seen some clips! This episode we're talking about what we've seen from the first two performances. And thanks to a listener suggestion, we're rating all of her tour entrances! Do we cover her in velvet kisses? Who goes for second best? Do people think that we're insane?Give it a listen, and let us know what you think! Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram...2023-10-271h 17
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!BODY OF EVIDENCE with PETE ZIAS!It's not a crime to be a beautiful woman, but this movie might be a crime! To help us litigate Madonna's Razzie Award winning performance in BODY OF EVIDENCE is expert witness PETE ZIAS! Follow Pete on Twitter & Instagram: @peteziasEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:...2023-10-131h 46
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!THE IMMACULATE COLLECTION VIDEOS with LOVE CONNIE!This week we're celebrating the "Definitive classic collection of 12 music videos from the Queen of Pop released along with her first greatest hits package."And to celebrate with us (as well as the work of Blondie, Olivia Newton John, and the Go Go's) we invited everyone's favorite bayou-raised, inbred, hirsute dancing phenomenon with a love for Farrah Fawcett flips, LOVE CONNIE! (Legally Blonde, RuPaul's Drag Race, Connie-wood!)Follow Love, Connie on Twitter & Instagram: @realloveconnieEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick...2023-09-291h 26
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!MADONNA at the VMAs with JASON O'CONNELL!Every time Madonna appears on MTV's VMAs (Video Music Awards) people can't stop talking about her! And we're no exception! From Like a Virgin, to Vogue, to Like a Virgin/Hollywood, and all of the tributes in between, Madonna is so many things! So it's fitting that our guest is none other than actor/director/comedian/playwright/podcaster, JASON O'CONNELL!Follow Jason on Instagram: @jasono15Check out THE OPENING WEEKEND PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-weekend/id1515164436Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow...2023-09-151h 54
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN crossover with TWO OLD QUEENS!This week The Celebration Celebration is collaborating with the podcast Two Old Queens to talk about Madonna's first major motion picture, DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN! Follow Two Old Queens on Twitter and Instagram: @TwoOldQueensFollow Mark Rennie on Letterbox: @markrennieEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://am...2023-09-011h 12
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!TEARS OF A CLOWN with JULIA VANDERVEEN!During the final leg of The Rebel Heart Tour, Madonna performed TEARS OF A CLOWN on March 10th, 2016 in Melbourne, Australia. (She started four hours late, so technically it was probably March 11th) She dressed up as a clown, she burst onto the stage in a tricycle and performed stripped down versions of her songs, told stories and some "jokes."Luckily, you don't have to wait four hours to listen to our podcast with comedian/actor/CLOWN, JULIA VANDERVEEN!Thanks to E.N.K. (whoever you are!) you can watch the show at:2023-08-181h 39
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!MADONNA on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE with NATE SMITH!Live from New York... it's Madonna, the sketch comedian? Madonna first hosted Saturday Night Live in 1985 when she was just a baby! She returned as the musical guest in 1993, and she's made several iconic, (and some not so iconic) guest/cameo appearances throughout the years. And we're talking about all of them! Joining us is actor/writer/director/sketch teacher/comedian, NATE SMITH! He's our first straight male guest, but don't worry, he's very dreamy! (which is perfect for a podcast)FUN FACT: If you try to watch the episode...2023-08-041h 46
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!MADAME X TOUR with TOM RUSSELL LYNCH!It’s Madonna's eleventh tour and she decided to go "small-scale" with it! But don't you worry, our guest is anything but! Like Madame X herself, he is a spy in the house of love, it's TOM RUSSELL LYNCH!!!Plus we talk about what's next for us and the podcast! Follow Tom on Instagram: @tom.russell.lynchEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttp...2023-07-141h 46
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!REBEL HEART TOUR with JIMMY RAY BENNETT!This week we're taking the road less traveled on, but don't worry, we make it out a live. We're talking about Madonna's REBEL HEART TOUR! Our guest this week is not Joan of Arc (not yet!) but he is iconic, and an unapologetic bitch! It's JIMMY RAY BENNETT!!! Follow Jimmy on Twitter & Instagram: @jimmyraybennettEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3be...2023-07-071h 59Hooked on Sports244: Speak Now (John's Version) on NBA Free Agency, Damian Lillard, and Baseball before the All Star BreakIn this week's podcast:
John discusses the winners and losers from free agency in the NBA. He dishes about what the Los Angeles Lakers did, the Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks, Indiana Pacers, the New York Knicks, and more teams that have been players this offseason. Then he showers praise for the 2020 NBA draft class for earning hard-earned contract max extensions with Tyrese Haliburton, LaMelo Ball, and Anthony Edwards all getting massive pay days. And what about the rumors of Damian Lillard going from the Portland Trail Blazers to the Miami Heat in what would be the blockbuster...2023-07-0741 min
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!THE MDNA TOUR with H. ALAN SCOTT!Turn up the radio, because it's time to talk about THE MDNA TOUR! Don't play the stupid game, because our guest is a different kind of girl. S/he's writer/comedian/podcast host/drag artist H ALAN SCOTT!!! Follow H Alan Scott on Twitter & Instagram: @halanscottEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of Jo...2023-06-301h 43
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!THE STICKY & SWEET TOUR with AMY LOUGHEAD!Come on into our store because we are talking about the STICKY & SWEET Tour with the fabulous AMY LOUGHEAD! (She and John saw the show together!) Don't pretend you're not hungry! Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https://amzn.to/3tUbvOMFor autographed co...2023-06-231h 37
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!THE CONFESSIONS TOUR with DAVID BOYD!Have you confessed?We have, and we are hung up on our guest this week! He's a writer, composer, singer, teacher, (and a dear old friend of Eric), it's DAVID BOYD!Get ready to hit the dance floor and sweat out your sins, because we are talking about THE CONFESSIONS TOUR!Follow David on Instagram: @boydasciousEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a...2023-06-191h 36
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!THE RE-INVENTION WORLD TOUR with DAVID CRABB!Grab your soy lattes, ladies and gentlemen, it's time to talk about The ReInvention World Tour. Do you know if it satisfies? Our guest this week might be the best we've ever seen, (he's definitely not just a dream) it's DAVID CRABB! (author: Bad Kid, Groundlings Sunday Company, host: Risk LA)Follow David on Instagram: @tnedavidcrabbCheck out David's book, Bad Kid: A Memoirhttps://a.co/d/6NnZlriEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration2023-06-091h 26Hooked on Sports241: Historic Day for Golf, deGrom to get Tommy John surgery, Arraez hitting over .400, NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final, and more!In today's podcast:
John discusses the merger of LIV Golf, DP World Tour, and PGA, and the ripple effects it will have on golf going forward, who the big winners and losers are, and how the writing was on the wall and nobody realized it. Then, he discusses Jacob deGrom undergoing Tommy John surgery, Luis Arraez hitting over .400 on the season, the injuries to Nestor Cortes and Aaron Judge and how the Yankees will be tested for it, the St. Louis Cardinals' mess, and then the NBA Finals with the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat tied at...2023-06-0740 min
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!DROWNED WORLD TOUR with JOHN SEARLES!We traded fame for love, and we haven't had any second thoughts about it, because we love our guest this week! We're sitting down with author JOHN SEARLES (Her Last Affair, Boy Still Missing, Help For the Haunted) to discuss Madonna's DROWNED WORLD TOUR! This is our religion.Follow John on Twitter: @searlesbooksFollow John on Instagram: @johnsearlesCheck out John Searles' books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-Searles/author/B001HMKRN0?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true...2023-06-021h 16
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!THE GIRLIE SHOW with PAUL WONTOREK!It’s time for the good times! This week we are DOING THE WORK! And by that we mean we are going down under to talk about Madonna's THE GIRLIE SHOW! Who is Thief of Hearts about? Who would Madonna play in Grand Hotel? How many Tony's would The Girlie Show win? Helping us answer all of these important questions, and more, is Broadway journalist PAUL WONTOREK! Follow Paul on Instagram: @paulwontorek Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebration2023-05-261h 39
Two Old QueensGLASS ONION with Puddy Flynn & Jeanne Wagner!"It's a dangerous thing to mistake speaking without thought for speaking the truth. Don't you think?" Huh?We're ending our series with Mothers with a real "whodunnit!" We're talking GLASS ONION with Puddy Flynn and Jeanne Wagner!Neither one of them are on Twitter or Instagram!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @TwoOldQueensFollow Mark on Letterbox: @markrennieEmail us: TwoOldQueens@gmail.comWe've got a Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TwoOldQueensWE'VE GOT MERCH! CAN Y...2023-05-241h 09
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!BLOND AMBITION with MIKE JENSEN!Come on girls, do you believe in love?It's time! We're talking about Madonna's most iconic tour, BLOND AMBITION! And our guest isn't just "neat," he's boots! It's MIKE JENSEN!What does boots mean? Why are we talking so much about Jennifer Grey? Who can, in a mermaid tail, be the most ready to bottom? The answers to all of these questions may or may not be answered in this episode!Follow Mike on Twitter & IG: @mikejensen77Listen to his podcasts!Mike and Vonia...2023-05-191h 58
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!WHO'S THAT GIRL TOUR with ROBERT ANTHONY JONES!Say a prayer and kiss your heart goodbye because we're talking about Madonna's WHO'S THAT GIRL TOUR! And our guest? Well, he's let the system get him down- That's a lie! His laughter will burn you up inside! It's actor, director, Broadway baby, (and my old college roommate) Robert Anthony Jones!!!Follow Rob on Twitter & Instagram: @justcallmerajEmail us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerht...2023-05-121h 55
The Celebration Celebration: A Tour Through the Tours of Madonna!THE VIRGIN TOURIt’s time for the good times! Eric and John begin their Celebration (Tour) celebration at the beginning. We were feeling sad, blue, beat, and incomplete, but THE VIRGIN TOUR left us feeling like we’ve nothing to hide! Email us: TheCelebrationCelebration@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @TheCelebrationCelebrationPick up a copy of Eric’s book: The Dancerhttps://a.co/d/0gAi3bePick up a copy of John's book: Baked! Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Comedy:https...2023-05-051h 02Hooked on Sports230: John's March Madness BracketIn today's podcast, John picks every game for the 2023 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, from the first round to the National Championship Game. Who does he have cutting down the nets at NRG Stadium in Houston on April 3? What big upsets does John have? Listen here to find out.2023-03-1514 min
Two Old QueensCATCHIN' UP! with Mark & John!This week John and Mark are giving everyone a taste of Catchin' Up, the new monthly podcast where they catch up on their lives, let you know what else they've been watching, Indulging in a little self-care, and answer all of your questions. You know, just catchin' up!You can sign up to get this everyone month at their Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TwoOldQueensFollow us on Twitter and Instagram: @TwoOldQueensFollow Mark on Letterbox: @markrennieEmail us: TwoOldQueens@gmail.com...2022-11-231h 01
Hooked on Sports154: Flynn's OFFICIAL Super Bowl LVI PickIn today's podcast:
John goes over all of the "X"s and "O"s related to all the particular matchups in Super Bowl LVI between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals. Who will John pick to win the Super Bowl on Sunday and who will be the Super Bowl MVP?2022-02-1131 minHooked on Sports150: NFL Divisional Weekend, NHL Power Rankings, NBA MVP Ladder, and more!!(01:11 – 46:39) John goes over what happened in the greatest Divisional Weekend in NFL history, with four amazing games, four instant classics. So what should people make of Ryan Tannehill’s performance in the Tennessee Titans’ 19-16 home loss against the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday, and who should get the most credit for Cincinnati’s first road playoff win in franchise history? Also, is it over for Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers after their latest playoff failure? John goes over why the Packers lost 13-10 at home to the San Francisco 49ers and whether or not Aaron Rodgers will play for...2022-01-251h 09Hooked on Sports149: Alex Wilson from Empire Sports Media joins; NFL News, and Divisional Weekend PicksIn today’s podcast:
(01:04 – 17:25) John goes over a few news stories from the NFL this past week. The Arizona Cardinals’ lost 34-11 to the Los Angeles Rams in the Monday Night NFC Wild Card Game and why their performance can date back to last year, where they missed the playoffs by one game and, therefore, lacked the requisite experience to handle pressure situations. The Las Vegas Raiders fired general manager Mike Mayock during the week, and John explains why they had to happen, and what should they do with interim coach Rich Bisaccia? The Seattle Seahawks parted ways w...2022-01-201h 04Hooked on Sports111: Week 1 NFL Picks & PredictionsThe NFL is back! And so is Hooked On Sports' weekly NFL preview show, where John Flynn makes his picks and predictions against the spread for the upcoming week of games in the NFL. And there are some good games out there this week. Can the Tampa Bay Buccaneers begin their Super Bowl title defense with a victory over Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night? In a potential playoff preview, can the Cleveland Browns go into Kansas City and take down the two-time defending AFC Champion Chiefs? And how will Mac Jones do in his NFL...2021-09-0835 minHooked on Sports107: Surging Phillies, NL West heating up, Dak on Hard Knocks, and more!This Week on the Podcast:
The landscape in baseball has certainly changed after the trade deadline, with the Phillies surging and four teams in the AL East are at 10 games over .500 or more, and the Cubs trading away their core players. John outlines the impacts of arguably the most dramatic sports trade deadline in recent memory from two weeks ago.
Plus, John focuses and chimes in on four stories in NFL training camps as preseason games for most of the league get underway: Dak Prescott and Mike McCarthy's comments on HBO's "Hard Knocks" season premiere...2021-08-1254 minHooked on Sports101. Autopsies for the Nets & 76ers' failed seasons, NBA Conference Finals Picks, Carey Price, Islanders, Wander Franco, S.F. Giants' success and are the Astros the best team in baseball?Amidst Flynn's new microphone, he gives a blunt analysis on the state of the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers following gruseome Game 7 defeats in their respective Eastern Conference Semifinals series. The Nets lost their series to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks, while the Sixers dropped Game 7 to Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday night. So what questions should be raised about the future of the Kevin Durant/Kyrie Irving/James Harden Nets and about Ben Simmons' future in Philadelphia.
Also, who will win the Western and Eastern Conference Finals? Flynn makes his predictions as t...2021-06-2248 min
Two Old QueensTHE BEASTMASTER with Puddy Flynn and Jeanne Wagner!Born with the courage of an eagle, the strength of a black tiger, and the power of a god. And hopefully the curiosity of a college freshman! We're continuing our series with Mothers with a movie that's perfect for "a raining Saturday afternoon when there's nothing else on." We're talking THE BEASTMASTER! with Puddy Flynn and Jeanne Wagner! Neither one of them are on Twitter or Instagram! But you can follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @TwoOldQueensFollow Mark on Letterbox: @markrennieEmail us...2021-05-121h 21Hooked on Sports89: FLYNN'S OFFICIAL NCAA BRACKET PREDICTIONSSixty-eight teams are set to play in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament starting on Thursday, March 18, and this episode is dedicated to looking ahead, with John picking the winners and losers, the potential upsets, the Cinderella teams, the Final Four teams, and most importantly, which team will cut down the nets in Indianapolis on April 5.2021-03-1733 minHooked on Sports82: Super Bowl LV: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Flynn's OFFICIAL SUPER BOWL PICK!Super Bowl LV was merely an afterthought six months ago, but here we are. Who will Flynn pick in one of the most highly anticipated Super Bowl matchups ever!
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Follow Flynn on Twitter @JohnFlynn97 and on Instagram @jayflizzie2021-02-0420 minHooked on Sports75: NFL Wild Card Recap, Eagles fire Doug Pederson, Mets trade for Lindor, Carrasco, Flynn's 2021 NHL PredictionsJohn today is all over all six games from the NFL playoffs this past weekend, including the Steelers' loss to the Browns and why the Ravens' victory over the Titans was planned back in March. John also discusses the late breaking news about the Philadelphia Eagles parting ways with head coach Doug Pederson and how dissatisfied DeShaun Watson is with the Houston Texans organization, and the Mets trading for Francisco Lindor in a blockbuster trade.2021-01-1143 minHooked on Sports72: Week 17 NFL Picks & Predictions Against the Spread; CFP PicksThe 2020 NFL regular season comes down to this: Week 17, 11 teams still competing for the final seven remaining playoff spots between both conferences. There are so many games with playoff implications, and John will pick every game against the spread as he's done the entire season.
Recap of all the playoff clinching scenarios for Week 17:
NFC East: Washington wins NFC East if they beat the Eagles. If they lose, the winner of the Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants game will win the division.
NFC Wild Card: Winner of Rams-Cardinals clinches a playoff spot...2020-12-3127 minHooked on Sports61: Chiefs' thrilling comeback victory, Taysom Hill, Saints, Lakers, Hornets' offseason planThe Kansas City Chiefs came from behind to defeat the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday Night Football 35-31, but John says the Raiders made a gigantic statement in front of a national audience with their performance in the loss. The New Orleans Saints defeated the Atlanta Falcons 24-9 thank to an efficient day from quarterback Taysom Hill, who got the start for New Orleans on Sunday after Drew Brees suffered multiple injuries, and John argues that had to do with the culture Sean Payton established and maintained.
John also dives in to the winners and losers of...2020-11-2424 minHooked on Sports59: George Whitbread Interview; Dustin Johnson wins the Masters, The Hail Murray, Eagles' mess, James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets?, Chris Paul traded to the Phoenix SunsJoining John this week on Hooked on Sports is WSJU Sports Radio and World Wide Sports Radio Network contributor George Whitbread, where we sit down and discuss the ownership change with the Mets, the improvements Daniel Jones had made the last two weeks and how that'll help the Giants in the NFC East race, the state of St. John's men's basketball with Mike Anderson entering his second season as head coach, and the future of the New York Rangers following a lengthy rebuild.
John also talks about Dustin Johnson earning his much-awaited Masters victory and how his t...2020-11-161h 06Hooked on Sports13: Astros cheating scandal, LSU dominant, Championship Sunday previewJohn Flynn lays down the legacy and fallout of the Houston Astros' cheating scandal, while looking at NFL news and Divisional Weekend highlights, while looking ahead to the AFC and NFC Championship Games.2020-01-1934 minHooked on Sports04: Shurmur, Gase, Sign Stealing??, Seahawks made statement, NFL Week 11John Flynn gets into all the coaching problems in New York with the Giants and Jets, the Astros' sign-stealing scandal, and why the Seattle Seahawks are a true Super Bowl contender. That, and much more as we look forward to Week 11 of the 2019 NFL seson.2019-11-1353 minHooked on Sports03: College Basketball Special, Astros, Browns, Nats win 2019 WSJohn has Joe Kelly in to talk all bases regarding the 2019-20 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball season. Flynn later talks about the Nats' path to a championship, why the Astros' season was a failure, and the Browns just can't have their own way.2019-11-0547 minHooked on Sports02: World Series, NCAA paying athletes?, Matt Nagy, Freddie KitchensDive into the stories in sports of the past week with John Flynn, such as the NCAA's new approach on paying student-athletes, Stephen Strasburg's tremendous game last night, Matt Nagy and Freddie Kitchens letting their teams down, and more.2019-10-3046 minHooked on Sports01: Nats start strong, Raptors, Clippers, Jets, Giants, EaglesListen as John Flynn discusses the Nationals' Game 1 victory in the World Series, the Raptors and Clippers winning on NBA's Opening Night, who he thinks will make it to the NBA Finals this season, and the problems surrounding the Jets, the Giants, and the Eagles.2019-10-2345 min
Two Old QueensIntroducing Two Old Queens!They're old! They're queens! There's two of them! It's Two Old Queens! Join Mark Rennie and John Flynn as they search for the gayest movie ever made, using a byzantine ranking system, their own hard opinions, and some inevitable controversies from a stacked lineup of guests to come!CHECK OUT TWO OLD QUEENS EVERY WEDNESDAY STARTING JUNE 26! SUBSCRIBE NOW!!!!!Produced by Alec Sarche.Music by Danny Cohen.Art by Connie Shin.Technical Support by Mike Rennie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2019-06-1810 min
Midwest NiceEpisode 23 - Tony Evers Good, Betsy Devos Bad, and a Magic Beer FridgeEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Evelyn Maidlow, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Tony Evers' new efforts to curb gerrymandering, Betsy Devos' new efforts renewed fight against education, and a magic mini fridge bringing hope in the heart of a tragedy.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2019-03-2254 minMidwest NiceEpisode 22 - Remembering John Dingell, Midwestern Presidential Candidates, and the Ranch LadyEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, Campbell Thompson, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Remembering the life and career of Congressman John Dingell, Ohio Republican Jim Jordan being a hypocrite in the Cohen Hearings, Midwesterners running for president, and the Ranch Lady Hero we've all been waiting for.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2019-03-011h 02Midwest NiceEpisode 21 - Lavora Barnes get elected, John Engler gets canned, and a Fast FeudEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lavora Barnes elected as chair of Michigan Democratic Party, John Engler gets fired as interim president of MSU, and a fast food sign war.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2019-02-2133 minMidwest NiceEpisode 20 - Polar Vortex, The Elephant in the Room, and a Glorified Coffee BoyEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Evelyn Maidlow. Topics include: The Polar Vortex gripping the Midwest, Lee Chatfield being terrible again, and a glorified coffee boy making a terrible run for President.
Find out more at https://midwest-nice.pinecast.co2019-02-2144 minMidwest NiceEpisode 19 - Lame Duck Recap, Executive Actions, and a Catfish in LansingEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lame Duck Legislative Session results in Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer's Inauguration and first Executive actions, and a catfishing story with a happy ending.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2019-01-1150 minMidwest NiceEpisode 18 - Lame Ducks and Porch GeeseEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: Lame Duck Legislative Sessions in the Midwest, more strange Midwest foods, and costumes for concrete geese.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-12-1457 minMidwest NiceEpisode 17 - We're Back! Midterm Results and Midwest FoodsEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Campbell Thompson. Topics include: The results of the Midterm election in the Midwest, what that means for the rest of the country, strange Midwest foods, and a generous A&W patron.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-11-1558 minMidwest NiceEpisode 16 - Primary outcomes, the MDP convention, and Amish UbersEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: The results of Michigan's primary election, the MDP convention and endorsements, a super PAC with a great name, and an Amish Uber service.2018-08-2847 minMidwest NiceEpisode 15 - Primary day in Michigan!Episode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and Lauren Coffman. Topics include: The primary election in Michigan, our elephant in the room Rep. Lee Chatfield forgetting about a loaded, unregistered handgun in his carry-on bag, Ann Arbor winning the right to ban firearms in schools, a big win for urban farming in Lansing, and an announcement about our next few podcasts!2018-08-0737 minMidwest NiceEpisode 14 - The Evolution of Politics & Unions in the Midwest w/ Special Guest Amanda StittEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Amanda Stitt, CEO of Change Media Group. Topics include: The changing digital landscape of politics in the Midwest, the future of the Democratic party, the promising future of unions, and a crowded race for cat mayor.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-07-3152 minMidwest NiceEpisode 13 - Possible Schuette FBI investigation, Redistricting at the Supreme Court, Medical Marijuana in Grand Rapids, and the Right to Bear SnakesEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Questions discussed today: Do Republican voters even care if their candidate is under investigation by the FBI? Will the State Supreme Court allow a redistricting proposal to make it on the ballot? Will Grand Rapids' new ordinance allowing for medical marijuana dispensaries poise it to be the state marijuana capital if recreational marijuana is legalized in November? Do you have the right to bear snakes? All your questions and more will be answered this week.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice...2018-07-2642 minMidwest NiceEpisode 12 - Midwest Primaries, Shady DeVos Super PACs, and Pants BabyEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, and Amy Libka. Topics include: The upcoming primary elections, the chances Democrats will flip Michigan's state house, more shady Super PAC money from the always terrible DeVos family, and a happy ending to the Pants Baby saga that's taken Lansing by storm.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-07-1039 minMidwest NiceEpisode 11 - Politics goes Digital, Ohio Voter Purges, and Squirrel CPR w/ special guest Sara CederbergEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Sara Cederberg. Topics include: Digital work in politics, Midwest vs. D.C. Political consulting, the Supreme Court decision to uphold Ohio purging their voter rolls, and a squirrel saved by 'The Office'.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-06-1953 minMidwest NiceEpisode 10 - No hate in Kalkaska, Michigan Man vs. Florida Man, Medicaid Work Requirements, and Lansing's Ocean's 8Episode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Haley Dalian. Topics include: Winning the battle for the soul of Kalkaska Michigan, Michigan Man vs. Floria Man, A new Medicaid work requirements bill heading to the Governor's desk, and the closest thing Lansing will ever have to our own Ocean's 8.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-06-1249 min
Midwest NiceEpisode 9 - Tom Steyer in Michigan, Breaking Marijuana Legalization News, and Sturgeon PartiesEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Billionaire progressive Tom Steyer helping organize young voters in the midwest, Senate Republicans making a decision on whether or not to pass a bill legalizing marijuana in Michigan themselves before it reaches the ballot, and a yearly rager to protect Sturgeon up north.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-06-0540 minMidwest NiceEpisode 8 - Midwest flooding, Foxes in the Hen House, and Hoarding SquirrelsEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: How climate change is affecting infrastructure in the midwest, A new package of bills giving a committee of industry reps veto power over DEQ rules, and an overzealous squirrel.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-05-2445 minMidwest NiceEpisode 7 - Midwest Comeback Cities, Republican Dumpster Fires, and Police CatsEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, Lauren Coffman, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: The growth in population and opportunity in up-and-coming Midwest cities, the hostile Republican Primary for Governor, Cub Scouts, and cats in the police force.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-05-1550 minMidwest NiceEpisode 6 - Midwest Accents, Trump in Michigan, and Goat YogaEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: City accents fading in rustbelt cities, Trump's Midwest supporters and latest rally in Michigan, and Yoga classes with goats.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-04-2646 minMidwest NiceEpisode 5 - The MDP Convention, Paul Ryan Retires, and Catastrophic Technical DiffultiesEpisode Notes
Today's mini episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: The Michigan Democratic Party's state convention and endorsements, Paul Ryan's retirement in November, and John's ultimate failures as a podcast leader.
Dislaimer: Today's episode was cut short due to technical problems. We are releasing what was saved anyways and will be back next week with another full-length episode.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-04-1720 minMidwest NiceEpisode 4 - Midwest Cities, Data Breaches, Charter Schools, and Cookie DoughEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: Disparities between city and rural areas of the Midwest, the Facebook data breach controversy, charter Schools in Michigan, and innovations in raw cookie dough.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-04-101h 12Midwest NiceEpisode 3 - Field Organizing w/ Special Guest Evelyn MaidlowEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, Mariel Brown-Fallon, and special guest Evelyn Maidlow. Topics include: Field organizing, fundraising, special elections, marijuana law, and road trips with cows.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-04-031h 18
Midwest NiceEpisode 2 - The Blue Wave, Guns, and ChipotleEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: The Blue Wave, local issue advocacy, gun control, gerrymandering, Governor's race updates, and Chipotle Batman.
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-03-271h 10Midwest NiceEpisode 1 - Welcome to Midwest NiceEpisode Notes
Today's episode hosted by John Flynn, Lauren Coffman, Amy Libka, and Mariel Brown-Fallon. Topics include: misconceptions of the midwest, working in politics, the upcoming Michigan race for Governor, White Nationalist speakers on campus, and "Berging".
Find out more on the Midwest Nice website.2018-03-131h 22