#512- Luke Marzec, The Refrigerator Dog, and Rocket McQueen the Sperm King
We love bringing on young, up and coming artists on the show, and this week, we do just that with England's own, Luke Marzec. Luke is a multitalented musician, who plays saxophone, violin, piano, and more, who also possesses the voice of an old soul. His music is both unique and familiar at the same time, and is sure to gain traction with new audiences. Hear all about Luke's upbringing, his music influences, what it's like to live on a boat during Covid, and his love for something called "The Egg Game". Check out Luke's Something Good Out of Nothing (Part A) today!
We also learn that Mike has reincarnated his dog into a refrigerator, we learn about the Australian Emu War of 1932, and dive in a new sporting event known as Sperm Racing. A typical, ridiculous week of Verbal Shenanigans. Have a listen!
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#511-Ye Banished Privateers, Truth Balls, and Skippy the Squirrel
Arrr you ready for another wild week? This week, we are joined by Björn "Bellows" Malmos, a founding member of the Swedish pirate themed band, Ye Banished Privateers. Björn does just about everything from vocals to accordion, to harmonica, to various percussion. The band has transformed their live show into an amazing display of pirate songs, history lessons, and tradition, with up to 30 members performing at any point of the show. Bjorn gave us a great, unique interview. Make sure to check out Ye Banished Privateers new album, Til the Sea Shall Give up Her, Dead today!
We also let review evidence that Mike is a serial killer, get roasted by AI, and Mike reveals another treasure trove of Burlew facts for the audience. Have a listen!
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#510-The Great Throwdini, Pope Pajamas, and the Defense of Ye'
Would you wear Jeffrey Dahmer's glasses? Could you throw knives and not hit a spinning, moving human target? Well, we know a guy can do both. Dr. David Adamovich was a professor of physiology, and at the age of 50, decided to change his career. He became the Great Throwdini, a knife thrower with over 40 world records to his name. We find out about the journey including getting permission from Castro to perform in Cuba. David also has the largest collection of murder memorabilia in the world and we’ll hear why he obtained it and his newest set of glasses for the collection.
We also break down what we think the life of a pope looks like, and Mike has to defend his boy, Kanye West. Have a listen!
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#509-The Bomb Chica, Sun Ham, and Space-Hab
Shenanigans are really swell, stupid banter and a big story to tell (Side effects of Shenanigans include questioning the choices in your life). This week’s show gives the sweet and talented Deanna Colón. This singer and entertainer has performed with and for Diana Ross and Patti Labelle, been on America’s Got Talent & Masterchef, and been in commercials like Bad Bunny’s Pepsi ad and the Jardiance jingle. We get to learn about who the “Bomb Chica” is and hear about her life.
We go off the rails as always and discuss Mike's signature dish, whether or not we'd go to space, and Scott tells a a cray story about one of the worst intro's in comedy show history. Have a listen!
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#508- Cazzy Louis Cereghino, Tiny Strippers, and VerbaMania
Slam, Dah Duh Duh, Dah Duh Duh! The podcast is revving up for WrestleMania this week and in honor of this we are joined by Cazzey Louis Cereghino. Along with his writing, music, and stunt work, Cazzey who played Bruiser Brody in the Iron Claw. We chat on his multifaceted career, doing wrestling work in the movie, and what is was like have Danny Devito feed him on It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia .
Scott retells a crazy wrestling themed bachelor party story, and is later put through a grueling game of "Verbamania" against a long time listener. Have a listen!
Verbal Shenanigans is a show that seeks out passionate people. Each week, the guys chat with guests from all walks of life, from artists to athletes, chefs to a hippo attack survivors. Join Scott,and cohost, Mike, for comical banter, funny games, and amazing guests. Life is funny. Laugh at it.
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