Shows
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Mercurial TalentsTalent can be a blessing or a curse. Some people don't have the temperment to handle the pressure of being at the top of their field. Other people can be really good at something that they just don't love. Still others are Nicolas Cage. This week we're turning our attention to people with a ton of talent, but also with a ton of baggage.
2024-11-1658 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Contractual ObligationsContractually, we are obligated to do this episode about contractual obligations, which is a weird clause to put into a contract but HEY always hire a lawyer before you sign, kids. The good news is that this is actually a fertile topic, with lots of options from film, TV, music and more. You're under no obligation to listen to this episode, but we think you'll enjoy it all the same.
2024-09-2759 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of SleepoversThe Mt. Rushmore boys are hosting a sleepover, and YOU'RE INVITED! We've got plenty of pizza and soda, some pranks to pull and maybe a movie that your parents wouldn't let you watch.
2024-06-1528 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Names or Characters in Beatles SongsDo we talk about The Beatles a lot on our show? You bet, because they are the biggest band of all time. With 213 songs to choose from, there are a lot of people - real and fictional - who are referenced in their catalog. So, this week we're looking at some of the most intriguing name checks from the wide variety of Beatles songs.
2024-05-1747 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Late Night Talk Show Segments (w/ Mike Perkins)Unique segments are the backbone of any decent late night talk show. Nothing gets an audience fired up like knowing that one of their favorite segments is coming up. You can also tell a lot about the show's concept, target audience and sense of humor based on what are the recurring bits. Think that Dancing Itos is just HILAROUS? Then brother, do we have a show for you. We're exploring some of the most iconic late night talk show bits in history on this week's episode. And our special guest this week knows a lot about talk shows - he...
2024-04-2645 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Pittsburgh (w/ What Yinz Talkin' Bout)This week we're turning our eye on the Iron City. We touch on everything from local food and drink to, of course, the sports teams. Joining us are a couple of local ringers: Kyle Chrise and Greg Benevent from the What Yinz Talkin' Bout, which is a lively conversation about the Steelers social media conversation.
2024-04-1940 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Celebrities Cameoing in WrestlingHappy Wrestlemania Season, everyone. Wrestlemania is the one time when even the most casual fans pay attention to what's happening in wrestling. A lot of that has to do with the fact that big-time celebrities have a tendency to get involved inside - or outside - the ring during Wrestlemania. This week we're looking at some of the most high-profile, exciting and shocking moments involving celebrities and wrestling!
2024-03-2140 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Fake Bands Turned Real Bands (with T. Mike Childs)Sometimes the best bands aren't even real! That's the premise of this week's episode, as we talk about musical acts that started out as fictional and turned into hitmakers and live acts. Joining us to sort through the thousands of possible entries is T. Mike Childs, author of "The Rocklopedia Fakebandica" and proprietor of the FakeBands.com Wiki.
2024-02-2758 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Sports Bar AppetizersWe're not talking fancy restaurant appetizers in this episode. Get out of here, arancini! No, we're discussing and debating what are the most iconic bar foods. We take a trip down Cholesterol Lane with our favorite items to nosh on while tossing back a pint!
2024-02-0733 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of KlutzesKlutzes are staples of entertainment, because they are so relateable. After all, pobody's nerfect! We all have felt like a stumblebum at some point in our lives, so we feel the pain of the klutz, whether it's on the screen or in real life. This week we're looking at all forms of klutzes and isolating some of our favorite. Let's hope we don't fumble the bag with our picks!
2024-01-1342 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Songs at the End of MoviesSo now, the end is near...of the movie, that is. And it's time to go out with a bang - sometimes literally - and wrap up the whole theme of the movie in one neat bow. What better way to do that than with the perfect song. This week we're discussing the ultimate meetings of music and visuals that leave indelible marks on people who watch their favorite films.
2023-12-1638 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Songs We Don't Need to Hear Again for a WhileSometimes, a song you love can because an automatic fast-forward when it comes on. It's not because the song is suddenly bad. Maybe the song is overplayed, or maybe the lyrics haven't held up. No matter what the case, it's a song that you don't need to hear for a long time. We're discussing songs that we feel that way about this week, and yes, we're taking down some sacred cows along the way.
2023-11-1750 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Robert De NiroRobert De Niro - a titan of the film world and certainly one of the most talented actors ever to grace the big screen. He is totally dedicated to his craft, even if that means engaging in all manner of method acting nonsense. Still, no one can question the intensity of a De Niro performance. Ahead of the release of "KIllers of the Flower Moon," we're honoring Robert De Niro (or "Bobby" to his friends and people who want you to think they are Hollywood insiders) by buiding a whole episode around him. We're looking at everything from his greatest...
2023-10-2045 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Mob Nicknames (w/ Frank Hayde)No matter how many ridiculous nicknames Hollywood creates for its Mafia movie characters, they still can't hold a candle to the ones sported by real-life Mob members. This week we're joined by Frank Hayde, author of several books including "The Mafia and the Machine" to discuss the funniest and most adorable names possible for truly horrendous people.
2023-10-0542 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Pixar ShortsPixar has done more than make some of the most beloved animated films of the last three decades. The "Pixar Magic" also extends to short films, where talented creators often have the chance to explore and experiment with fewer restrictions or expectations. This episode is dedicated to Pixar shorts, whether they were shown before a feature-length film or on television.
2023-09-2339 min
2023-08-1808 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Magazine Subscriptions We've HadRemember magazines? They were sort of like books, but with less pages and more pictures, and you could get them delivered to your home every week or maybe every month. And when you were younger, there was probably a time when getting a magazine subscription delivered to your door was a big deal. This week we're talking about different magazine subscriptions we've had over the years - from classic magazines to ones that went out of business years ago.
2023-08-1751 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Pop Culture References in Beastie Boys Songs (with Alex Gradet)Few musical artists have been as pop culture savvy as the Beastie Boys. Their lyrics include a litany of references to obscure musicians, athletes, TV shows and films. It can feel like you need Wikipedia up to "get" all of the references, but somehow it always works. This week we're exploring the encyclopedic world of Beastie Boys pop culture references. And we've got a certified Beastie Boys expert in the house with good friend of the show Alex Gradet, who has more hits than Rod Carew.
2023-08-1059 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Hostess Snack CakesThis week we want to know: who is the Hostess with the Mostest? Snack cakes, that is! We're talking about everyone's favorite brand of sweet junk food induglence and break down which product would come out on top in any middle school lunch swap.
2023-07-2950 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Jack BlackJack Black has been charming us for...at this point, it's actually been decades, which feels very strange to type. Maybe you find him charming, or maybe you think he can sometimes be a bit much. But there's no denying that he's seemingly always there. This week we're discussing all aspects of Jack Black, whether he's on his on or melting faces with his partner-in-crime Kyle Gass in Tenacious D. So sit back, get your squiddley diddley doosh on and check out our new episode!
2023-06-1753 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of SmilesThis week we're (mostly) talking about people with million dollar smiles! Smiles that can light up a room! And every other cliche you can think of for a brilliant, winning smile.
2023-06-1330 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of American Rock BandsThings that you can expect the bands are our list to do: Come to your town Help you party down And not necessarily in that order! This week we're turning our gaze to the greatest American rock bands in history. No Beatles, Rolling Stones or The Who here - just pure American bands who can rock all night long if needed.
2023-06-0244 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Non-Major SportsFans know all about the BIG sports here in the U.S. - football, basketball, baseball, etc. But there's literally a whole world of incredibly fun sports to watch outside of the standard fare. This week, we're taking a look at all of the sports that may be foreign to you but have their own diehard fans who love it with a passion.
2023-05-2744 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Irish StuffFor a country of seven million people, Ireland has had an outsized impact on popular culture. Think about Ireland and there are some things that are going to immediately come to mind. And that's exactly what we're discussing in this episode: from the authnetically Irish to the "only in America" type of Irish things.
2023-04-2750 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Amazing DealsBargain hunters of the world, unite! This week we're discussing some of the best bargains that we've ever seen. We're exploring everywhere from the local supermarket to some unusual stores to find some of greatest deals imaginable.
2023-04-2039 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Single Use Kitchen GadgetsThis episode slices and dices its way through a very fun topic - single use kitchen gadgets. They are the kitchen tools that don't have a lot of uses, but you're sure glad you have it when you need it. We take a trip through the junk drawer in our cabinet to discover some of the most useful (or ridiculous) things that are occasionally part of our cooking repertoire.
2023-03-1033 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Comic Book Villains Who Were Reformed...At Least Temporarily (w/ Alex Squiers)The redemption arc is a classic trope of entertainment, but it's especially true when it comes to comic books. Time after time, you see a classic foe turn into a friend because of change of heart or circumstance. Now, does it always stick? Well... We're debating reformed bad guys in comics this with and here to help us out is Alex Squiers.
2023-03-0242 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Sporting Memories (w/ Jack Hewson of the Tiger Fonix Podcast)Great sports moments don't just happen in a vacuum. You remember exactly where you were and what you were doing when some amazing play or fantastic finish happens. This week we're taking a stroll down sporting memory lane with our new friend Jack Hewson of the Tiger Fonix Podcast. We're talking everything from baseball to Australian Rules Football.
2023-02-2334 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Jobs That I Would Be Horrible At DoingOne person's dream job is another person's nightmare. Just because you are good at one career path doesn't mean that you could do any job. In fact, there are probably some jobs that, deep down inside, you know you would just be horrible at doing. We're talking about the career paths we'd prefer not to take this week, thanking the heavens that someone else is able to do what we cannot.
2023-02-1637 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Unexpected Home RepairsThere's nothing that will put a dent in your wallet quite like an unplanned home renovation or repair. Sure, you could try to DIY the work, but you barely know which end of the hammer is the handle. Do you really trust yourself to do anything but make a mess and create even more problems for a professional to fix? Jeff, Richard and Michael have some stories to tell about unexpected home repairs they've dealt with. You'll laugh until you cry, while the boys are in tears for different reasons.
2023-02-0940 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Dreams and DreamingDreams are a landscape where literally anything can happen. Dreams can be hyper-realistic, frightening or just plain weird. This week we drift away into a discussion of all things dreams and dreaming.
2023-02-0237 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of New Year's ResolutionsIt seems like just a few weeks ago that you resolved to better yourself this year. That's because it was! We thought that now was a great time to discuss New Year's resolutions, while they were fresh in our minds and we haven't abandoned them entirely.
2023-01-2631 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Songs Performed by the Non-Dominant SingerEvery knows that the lead singer is the alpha dog in a band. But sometimes, lurking somewhere behind the drums or a stack of bass amps, is a singer whocan bring something unique to the table - and maybe bring a band a big hit record in the process. This week we're looking at songs that were sung by someone other than a band's main vocalist.
2023-01-1942 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Wrestlers' Second CareersRing in the new year with a new episode of the show. This week we're returning to the familiar topic of wrestling but taking a look at what wrestlers do outside of the ring. This week we're debating the Mt. Rushmore of Wrestlers' Second Careers - whether it's something they did before getting into the ring or after their careers ended.
2023-01-0543 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Movie Plot HolesWhen you watch a movie, willful suspension of disbelief is your friend. There are a lot of things that happen which maybe don't make complete sense, but you're willing to let it slide if the film is good. But sometimes there are plot holes so gaping that you just cant ignore them. This week we're talking about plot holes from some of our favorite films of all time. Things that make you scratch your head and say "why didn't someone catch that before the movie was made?"
2022-12-2938 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Holiday ActivitiesHappy holidays! We hope you have a joyous season, filled with plenty of activities. This week we're tlking about our favorite things to do over the holidays. And also our least favorite, because we're a bunch of Grinches at heart.
2022-12-1537 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of SnowmenWinter is finally here and you know what that means? Well, beyond Season Affective Disorder, it means it's time to play in the snow, and what's better to do than building a snowman? This week we're talking about all aspects of snowmen, both real-life and fictional.
2022-12-0133 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Musicians Who Sound Like No One ElseWe're back! After an extended hiatus, we've returned and we're talking about one of our favorite topics - music! This week we're discussing musical acts who have their own unique sound and style that are literally incomparable.
2022-11-2535 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Comfort TVNot every TV show has to be "Breaking Bad" or "The Sopranos". Don't get us wrong, Prestige TV is great. But sometimes, you just want to watch a familiar show that makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside. This week we're looking at Comfort TV shows that you can turn on anytime and will instantly make you feel better, like the TV equivalent of a hot bowl of chicken noodle soup.
2022-10-1346 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Actors Who I Never Believe Are Anybody But ThemselvesSome actors have a talent for seamlessly slipping into their roles, until you forget that you are watching someone play a character. We're not talking about those actors this week. Instead, we're discussing actors who are so tied to their real-life personas that it can be impossible to imagine them playing a character.
2022-10-0635 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Attending a Sporting EventIt's officially sports season! Baseball and football are going strong, while basketball and hockey are right around the corner. And then there's also soccer! Before you head out to a game this fall, we're here to help you with useful tips and tricks for getting the most out of your time out at the old ball park/stadium/arena/cricket grounds. OK, not really, but we are talking about some of the most exciting, infuriating and interesting things that happen to fans at a live sporting event.
2022-09-2933 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Fictional RoyaltyOn this week's episode, the boys discuss fictional royalty. You know, like real royalty except just slightly more dramatic.
2022-09-2234 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Cycling ScenesIt's time to bust out your Huffy (sorry if that sounds dirty) and join us as we discuss the greatest cycling scenes in film and television. Just make sure you're wearing proper protective gear when listen to this week's episode.
2022-09-1537 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Beating the HeatThis episode is scorching hot! We don't mean the content - that's lukewarm at best - but we mean the actual topic. We're talking about what you can do to beat the heat when the temperatures rise over the summer. With global warming, we're going to go ahead and consider this "evergreen content" moving forward.
2022-09-0828 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Really Weird StatesEvery state in the US has its own quirky charm. But some states? Man, they can be just plain weird. Join us as we discuss the strangest places you can live in the United States.
2022-09-0146 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Worrying (and Worriers)It's natural to worry about things in our everyday lives. But when worrying turns into anxiety and obsession, we've got a problem to worry about. This week Richard and Michael dicsuss things that have them nervous, as well as famous worriers throughout pop culture.
2022-08-2543 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Sports CallsDo you believe in miracles? You probably do if you're a sports fan. And that's because the announcer broadcasting a game can play as big of a role in your memory of a great sporting event than the players on the field. This week we discuss the late Vin Scully and other great broadcasters and their best calls.
2022-08-181h 23
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of ComeuppancesThis week you're going to get what you deserve! By that, we mean another great episode of the Mt. Rushmore Podcast - and this one is all about people getting their comeuppance. Whether it's fictional or real-life, MIchael, Richard and Jeff deliberate and debate examples of people getting their just deserts.
2022-08-1141 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Second-Tier Holiday CelebrationsNot every holiday gets the love it deserves, but this week we're putting a spotlight on some of the "lesser" holidays. If you've ever wondered why we don't make a bigger deal out of Arbor Day, then this episode is for you. (Also, get some professional help.)
2022-08-0433 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Limited Run Fast Food ItemsThis week's episode addresses a subject near and dear to our clogged hearts: fast food. Specifically, we're talking about menu items that are only arond for a limited time. We're talking everything from classics that everyone craves to one-off items that no one wanted to see back.
2022-07-2832 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of TV Character CatchphrasesIf you were to ask us "what you talkin' 'bout?" this week, we'd let you that we're debating what belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of TV Character Catchphrases. If you don't think this episode is "dy-no-MITE" then you can, respectfully speaking, "sit on it."
2022-07-2144 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Movie Adaptations of Children's BooksDid you miss us? (Don't answer that.) We're back from a brief hiatus with a new episode that's fun for the whole family. This week we're discussing beloved films that are based off of equally beloved children's books!
2022-07-1438 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Who Are These People?!?We try to be very open-minded here at the Mt. Rushmore Podcast. But every so often, we are forced to deal with annoyances and inconveniences brought on by some of the most confusing if not outright strange actions of other people. They make us ask: "Who Are These People?"
2022-06-2344 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Songs About DrugsDrugs and popular music have been linked about as long as there has been popular music. So it's no surprise that there are a lot of songs about drugs, both celebrating them and warning of the danger behind them. It's time to tune in (to the Mt. Rushmore Podcast), turn on and drop out, maaaaaaan!
2022-06-1642 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Movies About Los AngelesWhether you live there or not, Los Angeles is a place that conjures up very specific images in your mind. You might think of the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, or the seediness of, well, Hollywood Boulevard. But no matter what you think of the City of Angels, it's a place that has been fascinating people for decades - and that includes filmmakers. On this week's episode, we dive into movies about Los Angeles, from comedies to gritty film noirs.
2022-06-0945 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of King KongThis episode is big. In fact, you might say that it's King Kong-sized. We're looking at the most interesting aspects of the great ape. It wasn't bullets that will kill this podcast - it's beauty (and you not listening).
2022-06-0250 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Super MarioThere are many iconic video game characters, but there's little doubt that the most famous character of all time is Mario. Whether he's in a kart or stomping on some turtles, there's a good chance that you've played as him. This week we're talking about the most interesting things about everyone's favorite plumber.
2022-05-2645 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Songs with Nonsense LyricsPaul McCartney has written some of the best lyrics in all of modern music. At the same time, he also wrote the lyrics to "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da," which are about as silly as lyrics get. The point is that not every lyric has to be deep and meaningful to be effective. In fact, this week we're celebrating songs that are built on the backs of total gibberish.
2022-05-1943 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Songs About MoneyIf there's any topic that is the subject of more songs than romance, it's money. This week we explore all of the different ways that music celebrates wealth, or laments the lack of it. You might love this podcast, but we can promise you that it won't pay your bills.
2022-05-1202 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Old-Time Radio Dramas (with John S. Badger of the Mercury Theatre Podcast)This week we're joined by John S. Badger, who produces audio dramas in the style of old-time radio. Good thing we have him here to talk about old-time radio! So gather the family around the Victorla as we blast another 100,000 watts of podcast over the airwaves.
2022-05-0543 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of the Craziest Conspiracy Theories (with Fearful Jesuit of "The Paranoid Strain")We love talking conspiracy theories and this week we're talking about some of the biggest ones ever with Fearful Jesuit, host of "The Paranoid Strain" podcast. He's a verified conspiracy theory expert who can help us sort out the lizard people from the people on the grassy knoll.
2022-04-281h 01
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Clean Comedy (with Patrick Strait)Any hack can work blue, but it takes a special kind of comedian to get big laughs without resorting to filthy language. This week we're discussing clean comedians with author Patrick Strait, whose book "Funny Thing About Minnesota..." chronicles the state's vibrant stand-up comedy scene.
2022-04-2138 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of RipoffsLurking just behind every great deal is its shady cousin the ripoff. This week we're exploring things that make you wishyou had kept your money in your pocket, or that are just a little bit different than the real thing.
2022-04-1550 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Extinct Animals (Not Dinosaurs)Sure, dinosaurs are rad, but there are a whole lot more cool extinct creatures that aren't a T. Rex. This week we're hopping across epochs to talk about the strangest creatures to ever roam the Earth.
2022-04-0731 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of ProcrastinationWhy do today what you can put off until tomorrow? That's the motto of procrastinators everywhere! This week we tackle a topic that we've been meaning to get to for a while but just kept putting off.
2022-03-3149 min2022-03-2436 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Gas StationsThis week we're tackling something that might be causing a lot of you pain right now - gas stations. We're not talking about high prices, though: we're discussing everything else that has to do with your local gas station.
2022-03-1731 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Bumper StickersHonk if you love the Mt. Rushmore Podcast! This week we're talking about everyone's favorite moving billboard - the bumper sticker. They can be witty, tacky and abrasive, sometimes all at the same time. BEEP BEEP!
2022-03-1038 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of PerfectThere's pretty good. And then there's great. And then there's really great. And finally, at the pinnacle, is perfect.
2022-03-0354 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of AmnesiaHere's the thing about amnesia... Wait, what was I saying? Oh yeah, amnesia! It can be a serious medical condition or a wacky sitcom trope. This week we're remembering times that went beyond forgetfulness.
2022-02-2449 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of TV Character ExitsAs TV viewers, it's easy to become attached to characters. We see them every week and over time they become as familiar to us as our friends and family. But what happens when it's time to say goodbye to that character forever? Whether a character gets a major send-off or is quietly ushered out the back door is usually a matter of circumstance. Character exits can be shocking and unexpected, but they are often very memorable.
2022-02-1741 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Short CutsNo, not the 1993 ensemble piece by Robert Altman. We're talking about actual short cuts - ways to cut down on time and work. Let us increase your productivity with some tips while you waste your work day listening to this episode.
2022-02-1038 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Power CouplesNothing gets the ol' tabloids' tongues a wagglin' like good old fashioned power couple. This week we take a closer look at couples whose celebrity star power was much greater when they were together.
2022-02-0450 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of CoolThere's cool and then there's..."cool." This week we're talking about the people and things that just have a little more coolness than the rest of us do. We hope you enjoy it, and please understand that there is nothing cooler than you giving us a five-star review and sharing this show with your friends.
2022-01-2744 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Moving DayIt's moving day! Grab all the boxes you can from the alley. Make sure that we have plenty of packing tape. And for God's sake, DON'T FORGET THE CAT! This week in honor of one of our own making a cross-country move, we're looking at the different headaches that always seem to come up when it's time to move. SHOW NOTES Not Having Enough Boxes (Richard's Choice) The Last Big Box (Michael's Choice) Weird Stuff You've Kept (Richard's Choice) The Guy With a Truck (Michael's Choice) Movers Breaking Something (Richard's Choice) Pictures of an Empty Space (Michael's Choice) Should Have...
2022-01-1341 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of the ZooThis week we're discussing a trip to the zoo and all of the wonderful sights and sounds (and smells) that you might encounter during your trip. Zoos are a wonderful place to see creatures you'd otherwise only read about and experience a bit of childhood wonder. (Also, they have plenty of kettle corn if that's your jam.) SHOW NOTES The Giant River Otter (Michael's Choice) The Anticipation of Being Close to Your Favorite Animal (Richard's Choice) Missing Animals (Joint Choice) A Good Fitbit Day (Michael's Choice) Riding the Tram (Richard's Choice) Animal Shows (Michael's Choice) Indoor Exhibits (Richard's Choice)
2022-01-0634 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Secondary MCU CharactersOne of the most amazing things about the MCU is that it has become a true universe, with a mythology that goes well beyond the protagonists. In fact, some of the most beloved characters are the ones who support the action. They might be in the corners of the panel, but they are still front and center in our hearts. SHOW NOTES The Grandmaster (Michael's Choice) Korg (Richard's Choice) Darcy Lewis (Michael's Choice) Shuri (Richard's Choice) Luis (Joint Choice) Red Guardian (Michael's Choice) Yondu (Richard's Choice)
2021-12-3039 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Unsung HeroesThis week we're looking at people who had an outsized impact on the world despite being relatively unknown. These are people who were often overshadowed in their lives by more famous compatriots, but whose achievements deserve to be celebrated.
2021-12-1641 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Celebrities Who Overstayed Their WelcomeCelebrity isn't always fleeting. Some people can be famous for decades without so much as a hint of backlash. But for most celebrities, there is a tipping point where the general public just gets sick of them. This week, we're discussing these people - the ones who are several days past their expiration date. SHOW NOTES The Kardashians (Michael's Choice) Dennis Rodman (Richard's Choice) Tom Cruise (Michael's Choice) Ellen Degeneres (Richard's Choice) Morrissey (Michael's Choice) Johnny Depp (Richard's Choice) Harrison Ford (Michael's Choice) Vaughn Meader (Richard's Choice)
2021-12-091h 04
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Early Internet CelebritiesIt might be hard for our younger listeners to imagine, but there once was a time when the Internet wasn't entirely a cesspool filled with the worst dregs of humanity! Yes, the late 2000s and early 2010s were a glorious time where people enjoyed the dumbest things on the Internet without every comment section turning into a partisan scream fest. This week we're saluting some of the early Internet celebrities who time might have forgotten, but our browser cookies haven't
2021-12-0237 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Holiday DisappointmentsYou can tell that it's the holiday season: the air is a little crisper, people are nicer...even your pets seem a little more jolly. But the holidays aren't always so "pleasant" and "nice" - sometimes the holidays can just plain suck. This week we're discussing the times when the holidays turned out to be one big bummer. So listen along as we become audio Krampuses (Krampi?) and bring your holiday season down to Earth just a little bit.
2021-11-2537 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of RabbitsThis week we're looking at a range of pop culture rabbits, from Brooklyn-talking tough guys to singers of above-average country music in the 1980s. SHOW NOTES Bugs Bunny (Joint Choice) Easter Bunny (Michael's Choice) The March Hare from "Alice in Wonderland" (Richard's Choice) The Playboy Bunny (Michael's Choice) The Roger Rabbit Dance (Joint Choice) Eddie Rabbitt (Richard's Choice)
2021-11-1825 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of JanuaryLet this episode be a reminder to you that the start of 2022 is creeping closer and closer. Soon it will be January - a month of fresh beginnings, optimism and sitting on your duff eating nachos while watching football. This week we're looking at some of the things that make January one of the 12 most interesting months of the year. We want you to make it an early New Year's resolution to listen to this episode! SHOW NOTES Bowl Games (Joint Choice) New Year's Resolutions (Richard's Choice) Self-Care (Michael's Choice) Martin Luther King Day (Richard's Choice) Being Off By a...
2021-11-1134 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of The Simpsons Guest StarsThe Simpsons has featured Guest Stars since it's very first season way back in 1990. 913 have been featured on the tv show (917 if you include the movie... but you don't make friends with the movie) and we try to whittle it down to the four most important! OK. Four seemingly random choices. But like, you know. Whatever.
2021-11-0439 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of the Rocky Horror Picture ShowThis week Richard (Asshole!) and Michael (Slut!) take a jump to the left...and then a step to the right... as they debate the Late Night Science Fiction cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show. Jeff's here to make sure you all shiver with antici... ...pation.
2021-10-2839 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Musicians' Cameos as ThemselvesLet's face it: most rockers aren't actually master thespians when put in front of a camera. So if you're going to cast one in your flick, why not give them the easiest role possible: playing themselves. We're discussing our favorite musician cameos where they were hardly stretched to their acting limits.
2021-10-2136 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of PanicsPanic in the streets of London! And a lot of other places Morrissey didn't even namecheck. This week we're discussing some of the panics that caused people to absolutely freak out over history. SHOW NOTES Y2K (Michael's Choice) The Dancing Plague of 1518 (Richard's Choice) Razor Blades in Candies (Michael's Choice) The Red Scare (Richard's Choice) Clown Sightings (Michael's Choice) Dungeons & Dragons (Richard's Choice) Orson Welles' "War of the Worlds" Radio Show (Michael's Choice) Toilet Paper Shortages (Richard's Choice)
2021-10-1443 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Features of Wealth of a Bygone EraSymbols of wealth have been a thing since way before entitled jerks in Teslas started cutting you off. However, a lot of things that we consider to be common today were the status symbols of yesterday. Join us as we look back at the things that everyone from the Vanderbilts to royalty just HAD TO HAVE! SHOW NOTES Pineapple (Richard's Choice) Salt (Michael's Choice) Ice cream (Richard's Choice) Books (Michael's Choice) Red textiles (Richard's Choice) Purple textiles (Michael's Choice) Cars and carriages (Richard's Choice) Tulipmania (Michael's Choice)
2021-10-0729 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of...It Was All Just a Dream...The dream sequence has long been a popular trope in pop culture. In fact, sometimes the whole thing turns out to have been one big dream. Or was it?!? SHOW NOTES Inception (Richard's Choice) The Wizard of Oz (Joint Choice) Alice in Wonderland (Michael's Choice) Dallas (Richard's Choice) The Matrix (Michael's Choice) Newhart (Joint Choice)
2021-09-3031 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Musicians' ClothingWhen it comes to music, image matters and nothing can help you establish your image with the public more than a signature item of clothing. This week we're discussing musicians with pieces of clothes that are so iconic that you know who they are just with one glance at them. SHOW NOTES Michael Jackson's White Glove (Joint Choice) Daft Punk's Helmets (Michael's Choice) Slash's Top Hat (Richard's Choice) Bjork's Swan Dress (Michael's Choice) Madonna's Conical Bra (Richard's Choice) Elvis Presley's Jumpsuits (Michael's Choice) Elton John's Sunglasses (Richard's Choice)
2021-09-2337 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Famous (But Not Quite as Famous) SiblingsToday we're looking at famous people who are most well-known for being a sibling of a very famous person. SHOW NOTES Kevin Dillon (Richard's Choice) Joan Cusack (Michael's Choice) Frank Stallone (Joint Choice) Roy O. Disney (Michael's Choice) Eli Manning (Richard's Choice) Clint Howard (Michael's Choice) Brian Doyle Murray (Richard's Choice)
2021-09-1645 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of the RamonesAs a wise man (Lemmy) once said, the Ramones can't play no high school dance, but they played pretty much everywhere else in a career that spanned three decades. Even though they never scored a smash hit, everyone knows A LOT of Ramones songs and they became beloved rock royalty. SHOW NOTES Origins of the band's name (Richard's Choice) Replacement Ramones (Michael's Choice) Learning to play "Blitzkrieg Bop" on the bass (Richard's Choice) Exceptionally fast performances of "Blitzkrieg Bop" (Michael's Choice) "Rock and Roll High School" (Richard's Choice) Joey Ramone's singing stance (Michael's Choice) The Ramones vs. Phil Spector (Richard's...
2021-09-0938 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Sports EjectionsThis week, we review some of our favorite sports ejections from hokey disguises to chairs being thrown across basketball courts all willy-nilly.
2021-08-1945 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of CowardsWe're not too scared to call out some of the biggest cowards out there. Of course, they would probably respond by cowering in a corner or flat out running away, but that's beside the point: this week is all about our "favorite" real-life and fictional cowards.
2021-03-1153 minMt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Babies on Instagram (w/ Bethany Therese)Admit it: you are powerless to resist the charms of a good baby picture on Instagram. One photo of a cherub in, say, a pumpkin, and even the hardest heart will melt. Unless you don't like kids...in which case: get that baby out of my feed!We're exploring all things good, bad and sappy about babies on Instagram this week. We're joined by actress, writer and comedian Bethany Therese, who has some STRONG (and hilarious) opinions about baby eyes.
2021-03-0430 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Extended Universes (w/ Jim Coughlin)The universe is, like...REALLY large. And so are the Extended Universes of some of your favorite films and TV shows. This week we're extending our reach to include comedian, writer and actor Jim Coughlin to the show to discuss all of the different ways that one show can become a whole ecosystem.
2021-02-2652 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of WandaVision Theories (with The Masters of the Obvious)Are you digging WandaVision? So are we, even though it's confusing as hell. But that's part of the charm - trying to sift through all of the clues and Easter eggs to figure out exactly what's going on.We needed some reinforcements to help us with all of the different fan theories out there. Good thing that The Masters of the Obvious were there to help us. Enjoy a different type of episode as we...OK, do you want me to take it from the top?
2021-02-1853 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Karens Throughout History (with Tara O'Brien)Contrary to popular belief, the concept of a Karen wasn't invented last year. There have been Karens throughout history, showing a sense of entitlement and general busybodiness. We're joined this week by actor/writer Tara O'Brien who is NOT a Karen at all but is a great podcast guest.Also, if you'd like to speak to the manager of this podcast, take it up with Jeff.
2021-02-1258 min
Mt. Rushmore PodcastMt. Rushmore of Chess Players (with Scott Vinci)You think that there are no more interesting topics left for us to cover? Wham! We're already three moves ahead of you. That's because we're talking about chess players - both real and fictional - with chess aficionado Scott Vinci. CHECK AND MATE!
2021-02-0453 min
RunAs RadioPedro Manfredi Does High Performance Computing!Richard and Greg talk to Pedro Manfredi from Microsoft about High Performance Computing. HPC is the next generation of supercomputing - using off-the-shelf hardware rather than custom built supercomputers. Pedro digs into the new style of applications that are best served with HPC and how development is done. Check out http://www.microsoft.com/hpc for more information.
2009-05-0632 min