Best Catbox Chronicles Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 2: The West Bend Cache Bash Episode 29:26

1y ago29:26

29:26

Hey it's good to be back home again... especially with what happened during the weekend that was. Our third outing to the West Bend Cache Ba$h in West Bend, Wisconsin was... well, not the charm. Hey, it's not my fault Nissan cars aren't as reliable as Toyota. It IS my fault that my car has over 180,000 miles on it. It's not my fault that alternator…

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Episode 1: A Day Late and a Podcast Short 28:02

1+ y ago28:02

28:02

Sorry about that. This was supposed to come out on Tuesday (yesterday). It wasn't edited at that point. What? I got addicted to That 70's Show, and totes forgot to go upstairs and edit it. You would too. So.... Welcome to season four. We had a fairly busy summer. Not as busy as last year that it needed to be divided into three episodes. We did see …

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Episode 22: Getcher Garden Going Goober! 28:21

1+ y ago28:21

28:21

Okay okay! We missed last week. Sorry! Things happen. You were busy too, admit it. As we approach summer in about three weeks, we're curious as to where the heck springtime is. For most of the northern part of the US, Mother Nature has been on a tirade of nanny nanny boo boo weather. Mother Nature can't get her act together with the weather, but th…

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Episode 21: A Bonkers Episode (New Cat Who Dis?) 34:21

1+ y ago34:21

34:21

So you've decided to bring home a new cat huh? You've already got two, but your wife (or husband) has been hounding you for two years to get a third one. Well, that day comes and now what? You've got a scared cat that hates your cats, and you most of all. What did you do wrong? Well, there may be a few things, but you can find out more about introd…

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Episode 20: Styx That In Your Muse 30:22

1+ y ago30:22

30:22

Finally. Three episodes later, we discuss the fated Muse concert in late February at the Target Center. Admit it, you were waiting with baited breath for a recap of that night in February, weren't you. Probably not. Anywho, we also saw Styx in the time it took to make this episode. Nah, it was recorded over this past weekend. We're just lazy. Styx …

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Episode 19: And the Oscar Goes To... 26:23

1+ y ago26:23

26:23

Ah... the 95th Academy Awards. I bet you didn't watch all three and a half hours did you? Well, to be honest, we can't say we don't blame you if you missed it. Every year, the show runs long, there's always long speeches, music numbers, and questionable activities. So here's our take on the show. We watched it so you don't have to. We list off the …

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Episode 18: Tuxedo Cats with Tortitude Tendencies 28:31

1+ y ago28:31

28:31

Ok, too many Ts in that Title. Terrific. I'll see myself out. Anyway, two topics today (I can't stop) dealing with particular breeds of cats. What exactly qualifies for a tuxedo cat? Normally, when you picture a tuxedo cat, it's black and white right? Well, you pesky listener, you're missing out on other types. Also, I'm feeling tortitude talking a…

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Episode 17: A Miserable Night In St. Paul? 25:30

1+ y ago25:30

25:30

Well that's over and done with. The weekend that was, or wasn't, or was. I'm confused. This past weekend, we went to downtown St. Paul to catch a monthly event that I had never been to but the Melanie had. Roller Derby!!! What is roller derby? Well, unless you actually go and see it, or you've seen the Elliot Page movie "Whip It" you probably know …

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Episode 16: CBC Recommends: The Whale 26:00

2y ago26:00

26:00

With award season in full swing, we saw Harry take home the coveted grammy for best album, and Beyonce smash emmy records, but today we're talking about movies (again). This time, we set our sights on what could be considered Brendan Fraser's comeback. The film is known as The Whale, and has already garnered Oscar buzz. Alas, if Brendan wins best a…

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Episode 15: The Best Movies of 2022 (Part Two) 32:37

2y ago32:37

32:37

Every year around January, my brother and I, and now Melanie, tabulate the best movies we've seen from the previous year. We go back and we rate them from worst to best, and usually finalize the list on our website forum. As with last year, we're bringing the same format to the podcast, and counting down the best movies of 2022, in order of worst t…

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Episode 14: The Best Movies of 2022 (Part One) 36:35

2y ago36:35

36:35

Every year around January, my brother and I, and now Melanie, tabulate the best movies we've seen from the previous year. We go back and we rate them from worst to best, and usually finalize the list on our website forum. As with last year, we're bringing the same format to the podcast, and counting down the best movies of 2022, in order of worst t…

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Episode 13: Cats In the Newz, Yellowstone Bluez, Holiday NuShooz 26:33

2y ago26:33

26:33

Okay campers, this MAY be the final episode of the year. We say that with an asterisk, or *, for short, because it is almost time to be lost in the mess of year ending holidays. So just like last year, we'll be taking a break until January, when it gets super cold, boring, and bleak. Yikes. Well, for most of the country covered in snow it does. All…

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Episode 12: Netflix's "The Watcher" 23:10

2y ago23:10

23:10

Do you always feel like somebody's watching you? Well, your name is Rockwell isn't it? Do you leave your curtains open and door unlocked at night? If so, you're one crazy person! On this week's episode of the pod, we tackle the Netflix phenomenon "The Watcher" which is based on a true story. It all happened in Westfield, NJ, at 657 Boulevard. Yes t…

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Episode 11: The Greatest Scary/Halloween Movies of All Time 49:03

2y ago49:03

49:03

Well, that's a personal opinion man, but Melanie and Justin count down their favorite 20 scary and/or Halloween movies. We're counting em down! Will Freddy make an appearance? How has Justin not seen Friday the 13th? Which movies did you see coming and which didn't you? Hint: one of these films may have won Best Picture! Word of warning, this episo…

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Episode 10: Hocus Pocus 2 Will Warp Your Kids Brains 27:11

2y ago27:11

27:11

Muhahahahaha ha eh h h.... Anyway, what's up Catboxers. Yeah, we took a week off last week. What of it. Suddenly, its October, and you know what that means? Higher electric bills, and snow on Halloween? Yes to both. No, its also spooky season! With that being said, we kick off the month with a look at Hocus Pocus 2, which is on Disney+ Almost 30 ye…

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Episode 9: Red Meat, We Crave Sustenance... You Seat Stealer You 21:53

2y ago21:53

21:53

Face it, 'tis the season where our waistlines expand, and before you know it, Jolly Old Saint Nick is going to chastise you for eating all of those Christmas Cookies. If you haven't guessed, today's episode is all about food. Yes, we need foods to survive. But, given it is fall (for most of us), we wondered what some comfort foods you enjoy are. Wh…

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Episode 8: Fire At The Disco! 26:50

2y ago26:50

26:50

Hey look ma I set the stage on fire! Well, at least Panic at the Disco! did in St. Paul, MN during their tour. Our own correspondent Melanie was there, and gives the 411 on the night that was. But that's not all we're talking about on this week's episode. You see, it's the autumnal equinox soon. That's fall! A big season with leaves (it has the jui…

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Episode 7: Pretty Pretty Pretty Pretty Peggy Sue! 29:40

2y ago29:40

29:40

Oh ho ho Peggy... My Peggy Su u ue. Yes, we're back from the land of doo-wop. This weekend, your hosts traveled to Clear Lake, Iowa. That's where legend has it that the music died. Well, its not really a legend. It actually happened in 1959. Three of music's biggest stars at the time tragically lost their lives in a plane crash outside of the city.…

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Episode 6: TV Shows and Movies We're Looking Forward To 25:17

2y ago25:17

25:17

You get a two-fer this post-Labor-Day-episode. Lots of hyphens. Sheesh. So this week we're talking about how to tell if your cat is really fighting or just joshing another cat. There are tell tale signs cats give off if they're actually fighting. Plus, we're looking forward to FALL 2022 TV!... and movies coming out this fall. Sufficient to say, the…

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Episode 5: The Dreaded 'Rona Came Calling! 18:22

2y ago18:22

18:22

Ugh. It was bound to happen. Two and a half years and two positive tests later, we were laid up with what was likely the omnicron variant of COVID-19 last week. How was it? What was our experiences? Find out in this episode. Sufficient to say, we don't recommend it. Please continue to take precautions with COVID, as it hasn't gone away yet (obvious…

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Episode 4: Keeping Your Cat Safe Outdoors / Life Hacks! 22:22

2y ago22:22

22:22

So a bit of a blast from the past this week, due to unforeseen circumstances... ugh. Anyway, coming to you then from spring of 2022, this oldie episode was in the can, but just never aired for some reason. It's life hacks and keeping your cat safe outdoors! Face it, some cats love to wander, so wouldn't it be cool if your cat could wander and be sa…

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Episode 3: How I Spent My Summer Vacation (Part 3) 20:38

2+ y ago20:38

20:38

It's freaking freezing in here Mr. Bigglesworth. Or at least it was, way back in June near Duluth, Minnesota. Here is what could potentially be the final part of how we spent our summer vacation, and to tell the tale you gotta go back. You gotta go back two months and two hours north of the Twin Cities to the shores of Lake Superior. Did we find an…

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Episode 2: How I Spent My Summer Vacation (Part 2) 29:15

2+ y ago29:15

29:15

First things first, rest in peace Olivia Newton-John. You are gone way too soon but forever with us. Today's episode discusses the weekend that was! West Bend Cache Ba$h! I think that's how it's written. Yes, the midwest's biggest Geocaching event of the year took place this weekend in West Bend, Wisconsin, and we were there. Find out how the drive…

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Episode 1: How I Spent My Summer Vacation (Part 1) 21:52

2+ y ago21:52

21:52

There's a big, big hard sun, beatin' on a big people, in a big hard world. Yes, summer is on its way to wherever summer goes (uh, the southern hemisphere), and that must mean it's time once again for Catbox Chronicles episodes. It's season three!!!! So how did we spend our summer? Well, listen in to find out. On this week's episode we discuss Alani…

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Episode 35: DXCAST - July 2 - Happy Birthday America 6:27

2+ y ago6:27

6:27

So it's been a long long while since we've done one o'deez. Yikes. Where did the summer go? It's barely a month old and we're already getting forgetful. Or busy. I'm sure you're busy, what with your mom or dad stuff, and your vacation to exotic fridger-ator. Anyway, we're still here, and DXing is hot. We're deep in skip season. If none of this make…

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Episode 34: DXCast - May 21 - Breaker 1-9... Lookin' for a Bear Report 6:34

2+ y ago6:34

6:34

Well hello there, I'm Billy Bob, drivin here on ol' I 7-0 in Richfield, and today's DXCast gives us an update on the first official opening of the season which happened Wednesday of this week. It wasn't all that spectacular. A slew of relogs and only two new logs to the book, both from Missis... Missiip...Mississippi... there we go. So due to the p…

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Episode 33: DXCast - May 14 - Bring it on, Mother Nature! 8:01

2+ y ago8:01

8:01

So the second week of skip season brought the first opening, but it was a dud and a half. Only one confirmed log this entire week via skip - WMAW 88.1 Meridian, MS... but the snotty thing about the DX Gods is that they gave me a relog. I've already heard WMAW. I don't need no stinking MAW. Here's hoping that this week, we actually get an opening wo…

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Episode 32: BONUS EPISODE - 'Tis The Season For Travel 37:51

2+ y ago37:51

37:51

I don't know about you, but Minnesota didn't have a spring. It went right from Sprinter to summer, and in a hurry. Hell, yesterday we had tornado warnings and super lightning. With summer being here, it's time to talk about destinations we've been and places we want to go. If you want to know who to blame for this bonus episode, blame Mel, because …

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Episode 16: DXCast - May 7 - So It Begins 7:33

2+ y ago7:33

7:33

Welcome to the start of the 2022 FMDX season! If you're confused as to exactly what that means, fear not. We'll explain it as time goes on. This is the DXCast, an off shoot of Catbox Chronicles. Because CBC is on a break, we needed to fill the time with more content, so here you go. The DXCast is a weekly update on the condition of the FM band here…

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Episode 15: What In Blazes is a Geocache? 39:13

2+ y ago39:13

39:13

A few weeks ago, we had a request from our listeners to explain just what in the heck this hobby we talked about in season one was. Geocaching? What in the wide world of sports is that? Well you asked and we answered. This is the season two finale of Catbox Chronicles! What is a TOTT? Better yet, how do I find a geocache and what is it? What if I w…

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Episode 14: Cats Get So Emotional Baby, Gesundheit! 20:44

2+ y ago20:44

20:44

Melanie is joined by friend-o-dah-pod Abbie, and the two discuss the all important topic as to why we're so darn attached to our animals. Seriously, if you ever spend/waste hours on Tiktok, you'll see it. A lot of people have really deep bonds with their pets and it's not something that can be explained away easily. The girls discuss their cats att…

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Episode 13: The Greatest Night in the History of Television 32:55

2+ y ago32:55

32:55

Oh gosh. You betcha. We're talking the Oscars. The Academy Awards. Hollywood's Big Night! If you didn't watch the show Sunday night, you're not one of the 15.8 million who did. Boy did you miss a show! There were some surprises, and shocks, and even a slap. There was also some cussing, crying, and a lot of technical difficulties. Basically everythi…

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Episode 12: There's a Bird Feeder in the Garden - It Also Works as a Cat Feeder 31:59

2+ y ago31:59

31:59

Bad dad jokes aside, now with the RITE OF SPRING coming, mother nature is telling us it is time to get outdoors and grow. Or, at least some of us. If you don't happen to have been blessed with a green thumb, today's episode is for you. We're offering tips for getting a garden going now that the ground is starting to thaw. Also on today's episode, w…

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Episode 11: And The Oscar for Worst Podcast Goes To... 34:59

2+ y ago34:59

34:59

So it is Oscar season, and what have you done? Another year of films over, and a new one just begun. Here's to 2021's best movies that made it to the big night! That's right! At the end of this month, March 27th at 7 pm (central time) on ABC, the 94th Annual Academy Awards will be held. Woo! We can't wait. Your esteemed Butthesda Cobblebottom criti…

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Episode 10: Tidy House - Happy Life 29:21

2+ y ago29:21

29:21

Okay folks, spring is right around the corner. That means spring cleaning right? Well if not, it should. It also means we'll be out looking for deals at garage sales soon and putting lots of miles on our cars. That's just me? Shucks. Anyway, clutter in our lives is bad news bears. If you're suffering from hoarding, you're not alone. It's a real lif…

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Episode 9: I Can't Fight This Podcast Anymore 31:18

2+ y ago31:18

31:18

It's time to bring this podcast into the shore, and throw away the oars foreverrrrrrrrr. HAPPY MARCH! Oh come on, you know that song. No? Do you take it on the run baby? If that's the way you want it baby... maybe in my dreams you love me? It's REO SPEEDWAGON! And... Mel and Justin saw them in Rochester on February 25th. This is our recap of the co…

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Episode 8: Ain't No Cure for the Wintertime Blues 23:14

2+ y ago23:14

23:14

We know, you're tired of winter just like we are. In fact, the day this episode goes live, Minnesota is in the process of dealing with a pain in the rear snowstorm that's expected to make a lot of people not happy. But then again, it might make some people super excited because they're crazy snow lovers. For the rest of the country, yes, its still …

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Episode 7: You Better Impress Your Cat, or Else! 26:31

3y ago26:31

26:31

Happy post-two-days-after-the-Super-big-game-bowl event! We survived the 56th big game and now that the hangover wore off, we're back with more talk about cats! Specifically, what's up with white cats statistically being deaf? Is this genetic? White kitties must stand up against oppression. Smudge would want them to. And... do cats recognize us, or…

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Episode 6: The Best Movies and Television Shows of 2021 33:22

3y ago33:22

33:22

Long ago we promised you a look back at what we thought were the best films and television shows of 2021. Well, catboxers, that day is here. 2021 was year two of the stupid pandemic, so going to the movie theaters was still iffy for a lot of people. We went a few times, but we took every precaution to be safe. Anyway, we're going through what we th…

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Episode 5: Album of the Month - Music of the Spheres 25:30

3y ago25:30

25:30

So we're sidestepping the main feed here this week to bring what hopefully will become a regular feature on this podcast, a monthly look at a work of art in music form. We'll pick an album and go through it in its entirety. We'll play samples of it, and critique what we think the album is about and how we feel about it. Enter: Album of the month. T…

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Episode 4: Cobra Kai Season Four - Reviewed and Skewered! + Do Cats Love or Hate Us? 32:02

3y ago32:02

32:02

Mr. Miyagi say, Daniel-san, you subscribe podcast. You listen to review of Cobra Kai Season 4. Yeah, we're doing it. We're breaking down the entire season four of the hit Netflix show Cobra Kai. Why are we doing this? Because you asked for it. You showed us that you want reviews as well as typical catbox content. Word of warning, this episode is lo…

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Episode 3: Can cats predict when we're going to die? One cat says so. 17:54

3y ago17:54

17:54

Another episode with the parents! Both of them have worked in nursing homes and both have experience with furry friend visitors and how they help our elderly. My dad even has a ghost story to tell! Today's episode, we ask whether cats (or any animal for that matter) can predict when we're about to kick the bucket. The answer is, well, you'll just h…

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Episode 2: Growing Up, Do We Learn From Owning Pets? 30:54

3y ago30:54

30:54

Believe it or not, there are benefits to owning a pet at a young age. Some of us grow up without pets, and if you're like me, you've never known a time without pets. What are those experiences like? Do pets have a benefit for our kids? On this week's episode o the pod, we are joined by special guest Jackie, who's a kick ass nurse at one of the most…

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Episode 1: Do Younger Pets Cause Stress for Older People? 23:00

3y ago23:00

23:00

Well obviously a kitten is going to be a handful. Same as a puppy. Wait, hello guys! Welcome to SEASON TWO!! We made it. We survived the ball drop, or Miley's wardrobe malfunction. We made it through the holidays. Now we're back for season two for more kitteh related goodness. On this episode o' el pod, we talk to our parents about owning a young c…

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Episode 15: Holiday movies, the best of all time! 56:15

3y ago56:15

56:15

On the finale of season one of Catbox Chronicles, we break down the top 20 holiday movies of all time (of course you may disagree with us). Whether you're a fan of Home Alone, or Christmas Chronicles, or you like watching a movie about two dudes getting home for the holidays, this episode is for you. We'll break down why the movies are great, and w…

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Episode 14: Pet Ghosts and the Great Beyond 15:57

3y ago15:57

15:57

Do you believe animals stay with us after they pass? Do animals even have souls? Well... it depends. Some religions believe yes, some say no, some just don't say. Both Mel and Justin believe cats have souls and their spirits can stay behind once they cross the rainbow bridge. We have seen them ourselves. Could it be a figment of our imagination? Ma…

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Episode 13: Maybe Plants ARE Pets After All! 30:00

3y ago30:00

30:00

Welcome to November, Catboxers. We've got a very special episode this week because we have a guest in-studio, Jess, who tells us why she believes plants are the new pets. Does she have a point? Well, grumble grumble, of course... but that doesn't mean your definition of pets is wrong, or is it. AH! It's not scary month any more so why are there so …

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Episode 12: As In Yule, Yule Log... 20:00

3y ago20:00

20:00

Today on the pod, we break down more about Hygge, because we didn't quite cover the vastness that the Danish know best. Hygge sounds awesome, and you probably do it more than you think you do. But first, we will answer that important question about cats. Why do certain cats always scratch around their food? Is it because they enjoy annoying you whi…

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Episode 11: I Wonder What Was In That Danish 21:26

3y ago21:26

21:26

Are you hooking on a cozy feeling? Are you high on believin? Is my spelling terrible? This week on the pod, we talk about a Danish practice known as Hygge (pronounced ho͝oɡə), you know, like Ooga Chaga. Now you can't get that song out of your head we bet. Also, tips to keep your cats safe around fish, and an argument as to why fish are better than …

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Episode 10: Spooktober is Here! Halloween Projects and Keeping Pets Safe 28:30

3y ago28:30

28:30

Congratulations Catboxers! You've made it to a special time of year. In a few weeks, Halloween is a-happenin! Today on el cast de pod, we'll talk about ways to make this Halloween special for kids, teens, and adults who may not be as fortunate as the rest of us. We'll discuss a couple projects you can contribute to, including the Teal and Blue Pump…

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