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The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #314: So Long 2025, and a Rick Rose Interview with Rose Parade Host Mark SteinesAs 2025 heads for the exit, The Twist Podcast co-hosts Rick Rose and Mark McNease say a fond and farewell to the year that was, touching on pop culture, media moments, and our own post-holiday fun. Then Rick flips the camera for a special interview with Mark Steines, longtime television host and familiar face to millions as the on-air host of the Tournament of Roses Parade. Steines talks about what it's like guiding viewers through one of America's most iconic New Year's Day traditions, his career in television, and why the Rose Parade continues to capture hearts year...
2025-12-271h 06The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #313: Kennedy Center Dishonors, Worst Holiday Movies Ever & An Interview with Author and Pop Culture Historian Herbie J. PilatoJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose for our take on the Kennedy Center desecration. From there we lean into the lighter side of the season with a spirited list of the worst holiday movies ever made, celebrating classic clunkers and festive films that missed the mark. The episode culminates in an engaging interview with Herbie J. Pilato, acclaimed pop culture historian and author, who joins Rick to talk classic television, celebrity legacies, media nostalgia, and why decades-old shows continue to resonate in today's streaming-dominated landscape.
2025-12-2141 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #312: Indiana Comes Through, Worst Words of 2025 Survey, and Ice Skating Fun FactsIn this episode of The Twist Podcast, co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose take on politics, culture, and everyday absurdities with their trademark irreverence and personal spin. From unexpected political backbone in Indiana to linguistic crimes we're ready to retire, Episode #312 delivers commentary, humor, and a few surprises. The hosts congratulate Indiana's senators for finally showing a spine, roll out a new "Worst Words of 2025" survey featuring the phrases you never want to hear again in 2026, and cool things down with fun facts about ice skating you probably didn't know. As always, the conversation blends cultural commentary...
2025-12-1242 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #311: The Twist Gets a YouTube Channel, December Fun Facts, and Jo's Wisdom ReturnsNOTE FOR VIDEO: Hang on till the 7 minute mark for full-screen view. Our IT department is still learning. Join Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we try out our fun Christmas hats, offer up the holiday survey results, and have a good time in the face of grim realities.
2025-12-0642 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #310: On to Christmas, Colonoscopy Gift Ideas, and Prime's 'The Outsider' ChillsJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we head for the Christmas homestretch, take a break for Mark's colonoscopy, and recommend Prime's 'The Outsider' for some winter chills.
2025-11-2938 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #309: Not So Quiet Piggies, Fun Thanksgiving Facts, and Emma Zoe Lyons Talks John CandyJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we shout to piggies everywhere (never be quiet!), check out some fun Thanksgiving facts (Jefferson was not a fan), and check in with Emma Zoe Lyons on the John Candy documentary.
2025-11-2243 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #308: New Time Same Great Taste, Plus Epstein's Besties, Frankenstein's Soul, and a New Twist Survey!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we record at our new afternoon time slot, chat about the Epstein coverup, stan on Frankenstein, and offer up a brand new survey!
2025-11-1539 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #307: Democrats Crush It, Rick Hearts Jennifer Lawrence, and the Nashville Tenors DeliverJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we bask in electoral victory, say what bugs us, and recommend Jennifer Lawrence's new flick and the Nashville Tenors' amazing vocals.
2025-11-0848 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #306: Halloween on the High Seas, Roaming Around Rome, and Some Twist Must-SeesJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as Mark podcasts from his Royal Caribbean cabin on the highest of the high holidays - Halloween! Thare are a lot scarier things out there these days.
2025-10-3126 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #305: Shuddering Shutdown, Survey Results, Emma Talks Bad Bunny, and Rick Interviews Filmmaker Oliver Franklin AndersonJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we weather the Epstein shutdown, review the latest Twist survey results, learn all about Bad Bunny from Emma Zoe Lyons, and enjoy Rick's interview with Wisconsin filmmaker Oliver Franklin Anderson.
2025-10-0448 minThe Twist PodcastTwist Podcast #304: Kimmel Calamity, New Fan Photo, Reel Time with Emma, and Rick Talks with Muralist Matthew YerbyJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose for the death of free speech, new survey results, a brand new Reel Time with Emma review, and Rick's conversation with 50-sate muralist Matthew Yerby.
2025-09-2052 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #303: Vacation's a Drag, Cracker Barrel Crack Up, and Emma Zoe Lyons Reviews 'Coming Out Under Fire'Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose in this post-Provincetown recap. We talk drag, the Cracker Barrel uproar nobody cared about, and enoy another great review from Emma Zoe Lyons.
2025-09-0544 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #302: P-town Bound, Rick Reunites with Bev, and Emma Visits Mr. Rogers NeighborhoodJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose in this pre-Provincetown vacation podcast. Rick fills us in on some hot new Rice Krispy treats, chats with Bev about their game show past, and joins Emma for her review of the Mr. Rogers documentary.
2025-08-201h 05The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #301: Ice Cream Clones, Jaws at 50, More Fan Photos, and Rick Catches Up with Q BrownJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we practice our survival skills, enjoy the dulcet tones of Mark's cloned voice, hear Emma's take on 'Jaws at 50,' and catch up with Q Brown in an exclusive Rick Rose chat.
2025-08-091h 00The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #300: Fireworks, Jumbotrons, Birthday Wishes, Zachary James Interview and So Much MoreJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we throw a studio party for our 300th episode. We started The Twist in 2018 and we're as irreverent as ever. They'll never paint over our rainbow lives or our sparkly podcast, as we enjoy a PBS review from Emma, Rick's interview with Zachary James, and an up-and-personal chat with Jo Klett, whose wisdom and humor offer a balm for these chaotic times.
2025-07-271h 13The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #299: Disappearing Client Lists, New Wisdom of Jo Audio, and Emma Zoe Lyons Reviews HBO's 'Enigma'Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we hunt for Jeffrey Epstein's mysteriously vanishing client list, share more fan facts and photos, dig the Wisdom of Jo in her own words, and enjoy Emma Zoe Lyons' review of HBO's 'Enigma.'
2025-07-1142 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #298: Big Monstrous Bill, 'Poop Cruise' Movie Review, Fan Photos, and a Rick Rose Chat with Adele GeorgeJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we choke on the Big Ugly Bill, take our wins where we can get them, learn about the 'Poop Cruise' from Emma Zoe Lyons, and enjoy Rick's conversation with author Adele George. Plus our weekly survey and new fan photos!
2025-07-041h 08The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #297: Creepy Daddy Fantasies, Earth Quake in New York, and an Interview with Author Christopher A. MicklosJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we analyze MAGA's creepy daddy fetish, applaud democracy in New York City while it's still a thing, and enjoy a new Rick Rose interview with author Christopher A. Micklos.
2025-06-281h 06The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #296: Cuckoo for Cosplay, Posse Comitater Tots, and Rick's Interview with Dr. Elijah NicholasJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we rate Kristi Noem's costume changes, ponder the military intervention in L.A., and enjoy Rick's interview with Dr. Elijah Nicholas.
2025-06-1353 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #295: Proud and Loud, Snoozing the News, and Rick Talks Eurovision with Charlie PorterJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we anticipate America's last legal Pride month, shun the hideous headlines, and listen to Rick talk Eurovision with Charlie Porter.
2025-05-3041 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #294: Surviving Martha's Vineyard, Insane Trump Posse, and Rick's Interview with Author Dean RobbinsJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as Mark recounts his harrowing cruise catastrophe, we ponder the coming wreckage of Trump 2.0, and Rick chats with Wisconsin author Dean Robbins.
2025-05-2455 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #293: Taking an Escape Cruise, This Week's Survey, and a Rick Rose Interview with Poet Dr. Tacey AtsittyJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as Mark prepares to flee on a cruise ship and Rick offers another great interview, with Dr. Tacey Atsitty, winner of the Wisconsin Brittingham Prize for Poetry.
2025-05-0252 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #292: Garden Goodness, Peanut Butter Possibilities, and an Interview with Filmmaker Dasha BrownJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we make the most of a dying empire, calculate the number of peanuts in a jar, and enjoy Rick's interview with filmmaker Dasha Brown.
2025-04-2549 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #291: Taser Treats, Vanishing Venezuelans, and an Interview with Madison's Own Dina Nina Martinez-RutherfordJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we wade knee-deep in the MAGA madness, defend the Constitution, and enjoy Rick's interview with Madison City Council's Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford.
2025-04-1849 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #290: Corey Kills It, Wisconsin Wins It, and the Fall of the Cadbury EggJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we salute Corey Booker and the voters of Wisconsin for showing us the way, and grieve the loss of Cadbury Egg's royal warrant after 170 years. Beyond sad.
2025-04-0438 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #289: American Gulag, Stuffed Pretzel Logic, and The Twist Goes Bi (Weekly) Through SummerJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we model the latest in detention chic, rave about stuffed pretzels, and come out as biweekly through the summer.
2025-03-2134 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #288: Noel Coward in Philadelphia, Rick Rose in Madison, and America Tanks BiglyJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we check out Noel Coward's 'Hay Fever,' Rick's return from Mardi Gras, and America's escalating decline.
2025-03-0742 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #287: Mad King Donald, Death Becomes the Tonys, and Another Rick Rose InterviewJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we say goodbye to democracy, sing the praises of Broadway's 'Death Becomes Her,' and listen to a great Rick Rose interview with Brett Malone.
2025-02-2151 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #285: Coup Coup Cachoo, WTF Just Happened, and Another Rick Rose InterviewIt's a bird, it's a plane, it's a bloodless coup! Join Mark and Rick during these darkest of times for some fun facts, frivolity, and a Big Middle Finger to the fascists. Also a great Rick Rose interview with Sean Bode.
2025-02-0148 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #284: America Gone Wild, Jesus vs MAGA, and Some Cruise Vacation MemoriesJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as our heads spin at how quickly Emperor Cretin is destroying everything. We also take sides in the Jesus vs MAGA debate, and enjoy Mark's most recent cruise craze memories.
2025-01-241h 00The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #283: Slouching Toward Greenland, TV Recommendations, and the Fall of FacebookJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we buckle in for years of MAGA madness, pray for Greenland (and Panama and Canada), offer up some good TV eats, and explain why Facebook is yesterday.
2025-01-0937 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #282: Our Get Us Out of Here Year End Special, with Surprise Acrobats and the Happy New Year SingersJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we celebrate the long-awaited finale of a seemingly endless year. Recommendations, fun facts, and our own Twisted salute to the year gone by.
2024-12-2746 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #281: Pop Goes the Jeopardy, Kitchen Gadget Gets, and the Twist Goes Post-Political (Mostly)Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we anticipate the fun new Pop Culture Jeopardy, get the skinny on Rick's kitchen gadget gets, and talk almost everything but politics!
2024-12-0644 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #280: Wicked Good, Khalid Comes Home, and the Twist's Thanksgiving LeftoversJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose for our enthusiastic, two-brooms-up review of Wicked, a hearty welcome to fellow traveler Khalid, and some turkey talk after the pie's all gone.
2024-11-2932 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #279: The True Colors Post-Election WTF America TourJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose for our first post-apocalyptic "Are you serious, America?" show where we shake off the sads, hold our heads high and keep going. To paraphrase Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, "You come for my people, you come through The Twist."
2024-11-1548 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #278: Pre-Apocalypse Twist Election Special, Featuring the End Times Dancers!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose for our last podcast before the most important election since humans came out of the trees! Top news, fun recommendations, and our very own End Times Dancers, with guest appearances by our invisible interns and non-existent sponsors.
2024-11-0143 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #277: Masque of the Red Hats, Crossfire Hurricanes, and the Joker 2 Flames OutJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we podcast from "Invasion of the Body Snatchers," sad-sigh at the meltdown of Gaga's Joker 2, and do a little weather control for the fun of it.
2024-10-1147 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #276: October At Last, Pumpkin Spice Everything, and We're Almost Done with This Election!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we welcome October with open arms and sweaters, consider the all-purpose pumpkin spice, and start the countdown to getting past this election.
2024-10-0448 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #275: Springfield and the New Klux Klan, Twist Recommendations, and the Week in Horrendous HeadlinesJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we say a prayer for Springfield, Ohio, offer up some tasty Twist recommendations, and once again wade into the headline sludge.
2024-09-2037 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #274: Kamala Slays It, Taylor Plays It, and the Week In Harrowing HeadlinesJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as offer our post-debate analysis, marvel at another Taylor Swift takedown, and scan the week in headlines.
2024-09-1336 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #273: Sweet September Temps, Hijacked Heroes, and the Countdown BeginsJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we welcome the cool temps of September, give our review of the Arlington film shoot, and bite our nails as we head toward November.
2024-09-0640 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #272: New Jersey Fun Facts, Kamalot Rising, and Wisconsin Gets Its Blue BackJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we run down some fun facts for Jersey, choose our outfits for the Harris inauguration, and breathe a sigh of relief at the return of Wisconsin.
2024-08-1640 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #271: Killer Cat Ladies, Joe the Giant, and the Irresistible Charm of ClickbaitJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we try on our Cat Ladies for Kamala T-shirts, salute President Biden and and his astonishing successes, and marvel at the continued temptations of clickbait.
2024-08-0241 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #270: Biden Bows Out, Kamala Kills It, and the Church of the Golden EarJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we practice saying 'President Kamala Harris,' salute Joe Biden, American giant, say no thanks to the Golden Temple of Trump, and have some fun.
2024-07-2634 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #269: Adam Shiv, Clooney Tunes, and the Triumph of FearJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we take bets on the Bidenstakes, say good riddance to corporate America, and reject the politics of surrender.
2024-07-1942 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #268: Indecision 2024, Return of the Monarchy, and an Interview with 'Where Do Gays Retire?' Podcast Host Mark GoldsteinJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as weigh in on the Biden boondoggle, consider our options under the coming monarchy, and dig an interview with 'Where Do Gay's Retire?' podcast host Mark Goldstein.
2024-07-0953 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #267: Proud AF End of June Rainbows Everywhere EditionJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we say goodbye to another June, wave our rainbow flags high, and stay the course.
2024-06-2848 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #266: Back from the Cruise, Upside Down SCOTUS, and Memorial Day MusingsJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we talk cruise recollections, upside down Supreme Court justices, and remember the meaning of Memorial Day.
2024-05-2737 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #265: Guest Co-Host Susie Hobson Joins Rick to Talk Fallon's 10th Anniversary, Dating After 50, and Churro Dipped Ice Cream ConesJoin special guest co-host Susie Hobson with Rick Rose as Mark takes off for a cruise. Susie and Rick share their thoughts on Jimmy Fallon's 10 years with the Tonight Show, dating after 50, and churro dipped ice cream cones.
2024-05-1548 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #264: Injectable Youth, Carnival in the Court, and John Connolly's Charlie Parker Thriller #21Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we assail the myth of abortion tourism, consider the pros and cons of reverse aging, and recommend author John Connolly's newest Charlie Parker Thriller, 'The Instruments of Darkness.'
2024-05-1050 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #263: Guest Co-Host Susie Hobson Joins Rick Live from Madison, WI!Big thanks to Susie Hobson, longtime friend of Rick's and the show's, for filling in with co-host duties while Mark keeps his sprained ankle elevated on the couch. Susie's a natural at the mic, and brings her own brand of rise and shine to the recording booth - live from Madison! Fasten your headphones for an engrossing and entertaining chat between two old friends ... sound familiar?
2024-05-0355 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #262: Big Wheels for Big Kids, 'Black River Orchard,' and Rick Shows Up on the 'Where Do Gays Retire?' PodcastJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we talk apples and Big Wheels, chaplains coming to a school near you, Rick's guest turn on the 'Where Do Gays Retire?' podcast, and the Book Beat recommends 'Black River Orchard' for some serious scares.
2024-04-2656 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #261: Sleepy Don's Nap Time, Rick's All Night Taylorthon, and the Twist Says Read 'The Spite House' Now!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we tiptoe through the Nodfather's nap time, hear Rick's take on Taylor's latest, and praise author Johnny Compton's horror masterstroke, 'The Spite House.'
2024-04-1943 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #260: Seeds of April, Pop Goes the Jury, and an Interview with Guided Autobiography Instructor Steve DolainskiJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we check on a few fun facts for April, try out some jury questions for the Trump trial, and listen to an interview with Steve Dolainski, certified Guided Autobiography instructor.
2024-04-1249 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #259: Good Friday Fun Facts, Chocolate Bunny Parts, and the Week's Top StoriesJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we list some fun facts for Good Friday and Easter, rank our favorite chocolate bunny parts, and scan the news from another week in the end times.
2024-03-2933 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #258: Mentors and Memories, Cool Weather Vegetables, and the Week's Top HeadlinesJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we remember the mentors in our lives (here's looking at you, F.A.T.E!), list the best vegetables for March planting, and scan this week's hideous headlines.
2024-03-2359 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #257: Irish Eyes Wide Open, Fun Facts for the Faint of Heart, and Professor Mark's Class Starts Now!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we scan the latest headlines, welcome the smell of cabbage on the stove, and consider having our eyeballs tattooed green.
2024-03-1547 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #256: Biden's SOTU Smasher, and Our Show Topper Interview with Elise Tomashek, Miss Wisconsin Teen VolunteerJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we marvel at President Biden's historic home run, scan the news and Personals Page, and enjoy an interview with Elise Tomashek, Miss Wisconsin Teen Volunteer competing for Miss Teen Volunteer America.
2024-03-0831 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #255: Soylent Green is Embryos, Professor Mark Talks to Students, and An Interview with Dr. Harvey AbramsJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we tut-tut the Alabama Supreme Court, celebrate Mark's recent high school writing class talks, and hear Rick's interview with Dr. Harvey Abrams of the Stonewall National Museum, Archives and Library.
2024-03-011h 06The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #254: Kansas City Crushes It, Fani Fires Back, and a Loopy Leap Year ListicleJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we salute the Kansas City Chiefs, jaw-drop at Fani Willis's courtroom fireworks, and offer up a loopy leap year listicle.
2024-02-1632 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #253: Skittish SCOTUS, Biden's Brain Debacle, and Horrible Valentine's Gifts for that Special SomeoneJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we consider SCOTUS's sudden humility in the face of promised MAGA mayhem, Biden's big bad brain day, and America's favorite manufactured holiday. Be our Valentine!
2024-02-0947 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #252: Taylor Triumphant, Joltin' Jodie Foster, and Some Twist Podcast Predictions for 2024Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose we we toast Taylor Swift's conquest of the world, give mad props to Jodie Foster, and makes some fun Twist Podcast predictions for the coming year form hell.
2024-02-0245 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #251: Rick's Big Birthday, Caribbean Cruise Memories, and an Interview with Hollywood Hustle Author Jon LindstromJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose for a recap of Mark's Caribbean cruise, party hat hurrahs for Rick's big birthday, and Rick's interview with Hollywood Hustle author Jon Lindstrom
2024-01-2551 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #250: Blast Off in 2024, Listeners Chime In on the New Year, and An Interview with Author Lucas HilderbrandListen in as co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose leap into the New Year, hear from listeners about their hopes for 2024, and enjoy an interview with author and professor Lucas Hilderbrand.
2024-01-0557 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #249: 2023 in the RearviewJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose with a look back at an incredible year - the good, the bad and the meh.
2023-12-2937 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #248: Listeners Christmas Gift Ideas, Billy Bob Beer Belly Joins the Show, and an Interview with Robert Kesten of the Stonewall National MuseumJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we hear gift ideas from Twist listeners, welcome new semi-regular contributor Billy Bob Beer Belly, and listen to an interview with Robert Kesten, Executive Director for the Stonewall Museum, Archives and Library.
2023-12-221h 02The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #247: Eggnog and Impeachment, Listeners' Favorite Things about Christmas, and an Interview with Equality Florida's Carlos Guillermo SmithJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we add Congress to the naughty list, hear listeners' favorite things about Christmas, and enjoy an interview excerpt with Carlos Guillermo Smith, Senior Policy Advisor with Equality Florida.
2023-12-1659 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #246: Taylor Triumphant, Christmas Listicles, and An Interview with Lila Szyryj, Miss Wisconsin 2023Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we congratulate Time's Person of the Year Taylor Swift, share some listener voice messages, consider the worst Christmas songs ever, and listen in to Rick's interview with Lila Szyryj, Miss Wisconsin 2023.
2023-12-0852 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #245: Thanksgiving Thicket, Tuberville's Tantrum, and An Interview Small Plate with Author Dave HughesJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we chat up Thanksgiving, ponder the damage done to military families by Senator Tommy Tuberville, and enjoy an excerpt from Mark's One Thing or Another Podcast interview with author Dave Hughes. News, views, and more Twist listicles. About our Sponsors The Twist Podcast is brought to you by Queer We Are where you'll find a podcast, newsletter, merch and more in the Queer We Are shop.
2023-11-1858 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #244: House Speaker Squeaker, Belize Please, and an Interview with Rob Pero, Founder of CanndigenousJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we strap back into the hotseat after a few weeks off. We chat about the House Speaker Follies, Rick's upcoming trip to Belize, and enjoy an interview with Rob Pero, Found of Canndigenous, a Native-owned CBD company dedicated to helping the indigenous community it supports. About Canndigenous Rob Pero is a serial entrepreneur, savvy marketer, and proud member of the Bad River Tribe. Like preceding generations of Ojibwe people, his core values are rooted in love for family, support for community, respect for the natural world, and...
2023-11-031h 03The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #243: Canada Calling, Bed Bug Couture, and an Interview with Podcaster Mark GoldsteinJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we chat about Mark's upcoming Canadian cruise, speculate on the language skills of French bed bugs, and enjoy an interview with Mark Goldstein, founder and podcast host of Where Do Gays Retire? RCStTxhXebBVUvLc0LPx
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Where Do Gays Retire PodcastLambertville, NJ and New Hope PA with Mark McNeaseMark McNease is the author of 13 novels, including the Kyle Callahan Mysteries, the Maggie Dahl Mysteries, the Marshall James Thrillers, and several stand-alone books. He has had six plays produced, the last one being at New Jersey Repertory Company. He is the founder and editor of LGBTSR.com, a website dedicated to LGBTQ people over 50 and our friends that he launched 11 years ago.He is a two-time Emmy winner, as the co-creator and original writer for the children’s television program, Into the Outdoors. He worked as the Story Editor for foreign co-productions of Sesame St...
2023-10-051h 12The Twist PodcastThe Twist #242: Farewell Senator Feinstein, Military Madness, and The Twist Moves to FridaysJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we salute the late, great Diane Feinstein, pray for the safety of General Milley after calls for his execution, and welcome everyone to our new timeslot on Friday mornings.
2023-09-2956 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #241: New Pop Smart News Feature, Roller Coaster Realness, and an Interview with Deaf Action Center's David HylanJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as debut 'Pop Smart,' Rick's entertainment and culture beat; fasten our seatbelts for America's best roller coasters; and catch up with Deaf Action Center's David Hylan on the occasion of his upcoming retirement.
2023-09-241h 03The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #240: Fun Days in Philly, Food Court Faves, and an Interview with Cannabis Activist Alan RobinsonJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as rundown Mark's great two-night trip to Philly, list some favorite food court hotspots, and enjoy Rick's interview with cannabis activist and advocate Alan Robinson.
2023-09-171h 15The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #239: Embracing the Clutter, Spicey Foods Trends, and a Catch Up Interview with Performer Scott KaskeJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we reconsider clutter, check out some spicey do's and don'ts, and enjoy Rick's catch up interview with performer Scott Kaske.
2023-09-101h 16The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #238: P-town Paradise, Summer's Finale, and an interview with Mark S. King.Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we chat with Mark from Provincetown, enjoy the waning days of summer, and catch up with Mark S. King, founder of My Fabulous Disease, in Rick's exclusive interview.
2023-08-2842 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #237: Married 10 Years, COVID Double Whammy, and An Interview with Keto Baker Rebecca HallJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we congratulate Mark and Frank on 10 years of marriage, hear how awful a second bout of Covid can be, and enjoy an interview with Keto Baker Rebecca Hall.
2023-08-2248 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #236: Arkansas Takes the Low Road, Silver Singles in Their Golden Years, and an Interview with Dr. Desi WilliamsJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we call out Arkansas' Advanced Placement pileon, consider the trend of silver singles in their golden years, and enjoy Rick's interview with Dr. Desi Williiams.
2023-08-131h 14The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #235: Defendant In Chief, Good Times in Bidentown, and the 10 Best Barbie Launches EverJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we consider the possibility of an incarcerated President, praise the Bidenomics boom, and list the 10 best Barbie doll launches ever.
2023-08-0656 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #234: Slavery As a Career Path, Hodag Highlights with Alex Melli, and an Interview with Kimberlee McGeshickJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as compare small town hellscapes, consider the benefits of slavery, learn about a creature called the hodag from Alex Melli, and listen to Rick's interview with Kimberlee McGeshick.
2023-07-311h 18The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #233: GOP Defund Frenzy, Pink Paint Crisis, and an Interview with Bailey (Nemo) and Dana MoslingJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we donate our loose change to a military soon to be penniless from GOP extortion, volunteer to help out with the pink paint shortage, and enjoy Rick's interview with drag teen Nemo Bailey and his mom Dana.
2023-07-161h 14The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #232: Bride of DeSantis, Easy-Bake Planet, and an interview with Ketchustard King Dustin BowenJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we stare into the abyss that is Casey DeSantis, plan our escape from a sizzling planet, and enjoy Rick's interview with Ketchustard founder Dustin Bowen.
2023-07-091h 02The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #231: SCOTUS Gone Wild, Food Mashups, and An Interview with Actor and Comedian Jason StuartJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we consider the Supreme Court's recent flame throwing, debate what to call a ketchup mustard hybrid, hear a guest listicle about Australia, and enjoy an interview with actor and comedian Jason Stuart.
2023-07-031h 08The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #230: SCOTUS Two for One Sale, Golf Grifting in the Governor's Mansion, and a Guest Interview with Herbie J PilatoJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we combine our pennies for the next Supreme Court sale, offer DeSantis a mulligan for his golf payola, and enjoy Rick's interview with the marvelous Herbie J Pilato.
2023-06-251h 09The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #229: Back from Spring Break! Indictments! Rainbow Rage! And a New Guest Interview!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose, back in the booth after a short spring break. Listen in as we talk indictments, rainbow rage, the perils of Pride merch, ongoing heinous headlines, and an interview with Rev. Isaiah Shaneequa Brokenleg. Fasten your headphones!
2023-06-181h 16The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #227 Special Edition: 3 Great Interviews with Torrey McDowell, Brenda Yang, and Lisa B. LewisJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we offer a special edition Twist, with three separate interviews of three incredible people. Enjoy interviews with singer and songwriter Torrey McDowell, Dane County (WI) Supervisor for District 9, Brenda Yang, and Founder And Executive Director of Omnium: A Bold New Circus, Lisa B. Lewis. Fasten your headphones!
2023-05-2643 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #226: Vigilante Samaritans, Vichy Gays, and an Interview with Stephen DolainskiJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we consider the parable of the Good Samaritan, question the motives of the Vichy gays, and speak with Guided Autobiography instructor Stephen Dolainski.
2023-05-211h 14The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #225: CNN's Clown Hall Fail, Single Serve Bathrooms, and the Great American Pickleball DivideJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we torch CNN's clown hall fail, encourage the spread of single serve bathrooms, and consider the great pickleball debate tearing the country apart.
2023-05-141h 02The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #224: Supreme Court Corruption, Slaughter in the Produce Section, and An Interview with Dina Nina Martinez-RutherfordJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we resign ourselves to the corruption of Clarence "Teapot" Thomas and the Supreme Court, consider the mass shooting craze sweeping America, and dig Rick's interview with Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford, the first trans alder for Madison, WI.
2023-05-071h 09The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #223: All Tuckered Out, Biden Sets a Rematch, and an Interview with the Founders of Our House Concerts!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we shed a tear for Tucker Carlson, ponder the implications of a Biden/Trump rematch, and enjoy a new guest interview with the founders of Our House Concerts!
2023-04-301h 17The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #222: Smells Like Theocracy, Tennessee Tussle, Hapless Headlines, and a New Guest Listicle!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we take aim at religious extremists masquerading as judges, fist pump the Tennessee Three (No Justins, No Peace!), and discover the best things about Eurovision from listener Charlie.
2023-04-1250 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #221: Kimberly Akimbo Kills It, Hop Seltzer Sensations, Headlines and a Guest Listicle!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we sing the praises of Broadway's Kimberly Akimbo, offer up the new taste sensation of hops water, listen to a guest listicle, and scan the heinous headlines!
2023-04-0345 min
The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #221: Kimberly Akimbo Kills It, Hop Seltzer Sensations, Headlines and a Guest Listicle!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we sing the praises of Broadway's Kimberly Akimbo, offer up the new taste sensation of hops water, listen to a guest listicle, and scan the heinous headlines!
2023-04-0246 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #220: Liquid Peanut Butter, Kayaking in Peru, and Best Jersey Beaches for the End TimesJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we join the great peanut butter debate, recommend some documentaries and movies, list the best Jersey beaches for the apocalypse, and check out crazy sports teams mascots. Plus more heinous headlines!
2023-03-261h 00The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #219: 'Swarm' Stings the Senses, Top Grocery Store Grooves, and a Chat with San Antonio's Queen Fantasia WoodJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we buzz about the brilliant 'Swarm,' find out Rachel's top grocery store shopping tunes, and listen to a conversation with San Antonio's ferocious Queen Fantasia Wood.
2023-03-2058 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist #218: Combat Queens, Monks in Heels, and the Latest in Resistance WearJoin co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we catch fire stoking the resistance, chat about regional foods, salute the combat queens, and scan the heinous headlines.
2023-03-1247 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #217: Back from Boston, Madonna Flashbacks, Grocery Therapy, and a New Guest Listicle!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose we catch up after Mark's whirlwind trip to Boston, hear Rick's headlines and headaches, and enjoy a new guest listicle from the University of Iowa's Lauren Swanson.
2023-03-0552 minThe Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #216: Headlines and Horse Feathers, Brad Shreve Joins the Chat Room, and a New Guest Listicle!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we scan the headlines, introduce our new Chat Room feature with our first chatterbox, author and podcaster Brad Shreve, and treat listeners to a listicle from Allison DeMarcus on the best things about sharing your life with a country musician.
2023-02-271h 02The Twist PodcastThe Twist Podcast #215: Super Bowl Freakout, Mardi Gras Grub, 80 Years Young, and Our Move to Sundays!Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we consider the right-wing freakout over the Super Bowl, imagine the great food Rick's going to scarf at Mardi Gras, confirm Biden's running again, and announce our move to Sundays!
2023-02-1641 min