Its Friday! John and Gordy dive into a comedic exploration of National Days, including National Historic Marker Day and National Hug a Plumber Day. The conversation shifts to economic woes with insights from Gary Stevenson on wealth disparity and Scott Galloway on the market’s volatility – as economists turn to X for predictions of stock […]

Apr 25, 2025

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Dive into the world of cutting-edge hearing aid technology with Jim and Sarah Lippold from Madison Hearing Aid Center. Gone are the days of whistling devices; today’s hearing aids are smart, Bluetooth-enabled gadgets that cater to individual lifestyles. The podcast also touches on the link between untreated hearing loss and dementia, highlighting the importance of […]

Guests: Jim Lippold, Sarah Lippold

Apr 24, 2025

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John and Sam dive into summer camp nostalgia as Sam prepares to leave for a camp counselor gig, reminiscing about John’s Olympic Day javelin glory. The conversation shifts to quirky national days like Neck Care Day and the absurdity of neck creams. Healthcare woes take center stage, highlighting the absurdity of healthcare as a privilege, […]

Guest: Dr. Tim Slekar

Apr 24, 2025

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This episode dives into the topsy-turvy world of politics, where labels like ‘conservative’ and ‘progressive’ don’t fit anymore. Elon Musk and Bill Proxmire’s contrasting legacies highlight the clash between chaos and governance. The hosts also dissect RFK Jr.’s controversial moves to suspend milk quality testing amidst FDA budget cuts, sparking food safety concerns. The show […]

Guest: Mike McCabe

Apr 23, 2025

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Gordy’s out sick, leaving John and producer Sam to steer the ship through a whirlwind of tech woes, hilarious personal anecdotes, and heated discussions. The duo critiques the outdated practices of radio and the struggles of modern tech like Google Docs and Apple’s data policies. They rant about the absurdities of corporate greed and the […]

Apr 23, 2025

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John and Gordy tackle the chaotic world of current events, starting with the controversial deportation of two German teens from Hawaii for lack of hotel bookings, sparking tourism concerns. The conversation shifts to the Supreme Court’s mixed decisions, including a surprising defense of Obamacare and a troubling stance on gun rights for youths. The show […]

Guest: Jim Santelle

Apr 22, 2025

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Broadcasting chaos ensues as John and Gordy juggle puppet shows, weather roulette, and fire alarms. They reminisce about Earth Day’s origins, ponder America’s obsession with jelly beans, and debate the best Girl Scout cookies—revealing a soft spot for trefoils. As hilarity unfolds, a sinister plot thickens: Elon Musk’s AI is allegedly spying on federal employees, […]

Apr 22, 2025

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In hour two, we begin with a review of the president’s Easter message, put out on social media. In this heartfelt, tear-inducing release, he (briefly) mentions the happy meaning of Easter, using the rest of it to complain about the influx of America-haters, gang members, criminals, and others into the country. We learn about more […]

Guest: Paul Soglin

Apr 21, 2025

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John and Gordy begin the week with the big news from overnight – Pope Francis has died. Now for the next week the news cycle will be all Pope, all the time. The guys also reflect on Easter over the weekend, and John’s ongoing war against the rabbits in his yard. Gordy also delves into […]

Apr 21, 2025

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We kick off hour two with our weekly check in with WMDX News Bureau Chief, Savanna Tomei-Olson, with a recap of the firing of Madison’s city clerk, and rising prices of eggs and chocolate as we head into Easter. The guys then dive into more short stories, each of which meets their rapid end in […]

Guests: Rökker, Savanna Tomei-Olson

Apr 18, 2025

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